Self Improvement Site
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
Life Purpose Articles
We are currently looking for an Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Life Purpose". If you have expertise in Life Purpose and your own website and/or product for this topic, please review this form for complete details. The Official Guide Position is part of our Premium Placement Package
- HOW TO GET FROM "HERE" TO "THERE" - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from C A Crawford, JrI sincerely believe that we would have world peace and that this earth would be a virtual "Garden of Eden" if every person on the planet were getting paid to do what they really love to do instead of "working" for a living. I believe that beneath the many exterior displays of anger, ...
Views: 1288 - A Buddhist’s rethinking of the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Sunada TakagiAs a pragmatic Buddhist, I felt a lot of skepticism when I first encountered the Law of Attraction (LOA). Many things I’ve seen really stretch my credulity. But the more I think about it, the more I see nuggets underneath the hype that make sense to me, if reformulated a bit. While I wouldn’t go ...
Views: 1644(2 votes) - Immediate Needs - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2010 from Ocean .In the Christmas season, especially, our thoughts turn to the countless people who cannot participate in either festivities or in gift-giving. Perhaps you are in this category now, this year. Perhaps it's the first time in your entire life that the words, "immediate needs", have come to apply ...
Views: 1676(1 vote) - What Is The Meaning of Life? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Greg BakerBreaking life down to its most basic physical components, the meaning of life is merely survival and reproduction. From a purely evolutionary perspective that is all there is. It leaves us, however, meaningless. For thousands of years humans have been asking themselves if there is something ...
Views: 1931 - Lost Souls - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Sneha RamjiDon’t let the title put you off, the challenge was how to write this without sounding depressive or pessimistic , I hope that it’s neither, more of an observational article, one that makes you think and feel more positive about life. That, there’s someone out there, who is experiencing life in a ...
Views: 1009 - How Life At Work Book Led Me to Career Success - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Andre MilteerLife At Work isn't a how-to bible...nor is it a recipe for a magic blue pill to make our work life fulfilling. Rather, the book provides insight. Reminiscent of its title, Life At Work, the book reflects upon our association and relationship with our jobs, careers, and work. All in all, we ...
Views: 1549 - Not good and evil: In America the Battle is about Truth and Lies - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from Rev Michael BrescianiStories about good triumphing over evil are heartwarming; they make good movies and make us feel a bit nobler as human beings. In reality there is no contest between good and evil but there is a raging battle between truth and lies. There is also an objective in the battle, which is; the ...
Views: 1065(1 vote) - If your life ended today are you complete? - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Kathleen GageIf your life ended today are you complete? What a morbid question to pose one might think. Yet, if you really think about it, what a perfect question to ask ourselves to make sure we are completely in resolve with all we need to be. Equally, this question is such that it keeps our ...
Views: 1293 - Practical Spirituality Versus Woo Woo: Becoming a Self Made Human Being - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from John GilmoreThe new possibilities in our lives today, especially in the West, are amazing. It is possible for us to recreate ourselves and our environments by using the many of the accessible books and videos, and the information on the internet. We can explore information that has been kept secret for ...
Views: 1894 - Wanted: Straight Christian Allies - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2010 from Dr. Steve McSwain,Fact: I am a Christian. Fact: I am straight. Fact: For much too long, I have stood, just as much of the church has, on the wrong side of the gay/lesbian issue. Instead of standing with homosexuals, many in my tradition, and I was one of these once, have mistakenly thought we were upholding ...
Views: 1352 - Are willing to risk your life? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Wayne KehlOn Remembrance Day and Veteran’s Day it is important for us all to reflect on the sacrifice and devotion to duty shown by so many of our brave men and women all over the world. But, what does the observation of past and present wars mean to you? November 11th is not about poppies, wreaths ...
Views: 2122(2 votes) - As I Think Back on Life - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Dr. Donia Gonzales-CopelandAs I Think Back on Life As I think back I wish things had stayed the same. I wish you had never gotten sick. There is so much I wanted to say to you. But I remained silent. I should have spoken up but didn’t, I didn’t take sides, but I just did not speak. It’s funny but now I am left to ...
Views: 1281 - A Call For Grace - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Sharice HarrisThe Lack of Grace “Give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others." -Thomas Jefferson Has anyone noticed that negatively directed criticism seems to be the number one divider worldwide? How many hearts actually keep their dreams a secret ...
Views: 2770(2 votes) - In Our Silence Our Dreams are Manifested - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Meghan Gehan“I want to know if you can be alone with yourself and if you truly like the company you keep in the empty moments” as stated by Oriah in her book “The Invitation”. Have the courage to sit alone and look deep within yourself. Sit with your own company and be still? Await the words of the ...
Views: 1240 - Masculine vs Feminine - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Etienne CharlandI was reading David Deida's book The Way of the Superior Man and he was saying that masculinity seeks freedom and femininity seeks love. Later I was doing Natural Grounding. Then BANG it hit it like a brick on the head! Actually it was my hands that made the sound on my forehead. Masculinity ...
Views: 2475(1 vote) - Who Gets Saved If a Meteor Hits Earth? Conspiracy Theory - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from PD RiversThey say Man plans; God laughs. I am pretty sure it could also read Man plans; the Government laughs. I just finished watching one of my favorite shows: Jesse Ventura; conspiracy Theories. He just did a great show about the possibility of a giant asteroid or meteor hitting earth and ...
Views: 1948(3 votes) - Twin Soul Reunion - A Sign of Spiritual Awakening - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2017 from Christine HoeflichPerceptive readers of my recent articles have probably noticed that I have hinted at an out-of-the-ordinary meeting of a man (a parent at my children's elementary school) as a sign of spiritual awakening. This is because this man happened to be my twin soul (sometimes also called "twin flame") ...
Views: 9139(2 votes) - Bringing Happiness And Meaning Into Our Lives - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Dick RauscherWe achieve happiness and bring meaning and purpose into our lives only as we learn to embrace a higher purpose for our existence; when we learn to expand our worldview beyond our own wants and needs. Meditation teachers, yoga instructors, personal growth coaches, and virtually all mental health ...
Views: 1188 - Stepping into Purpose with a Leap of Faith - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Jaqui DuvallI’m not exactly sure when it started, but there came a point in my life when I had a growing sense of purpose. There was something I was supposed to be doing, something the world needed from me. I envisioned it as a pair of shoes that were custom made to fit me and only me and they were waiting ...
Views: 1352 - The New Age Litany - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Rose RosetreeI'm proud to be part of the New Age community. Likewise I'm proud of many of my favorite New Age leaders, including Bill Bauman, Tantra Maat, Donna Eden, David Feinstein, Lynne Porzel, Judy Lavine, Jeffrey Chappell, Catrien Ross, Marianne Williamson, Chrissie Blaze, Ceci Miller, Christiane ...
Views: 2702(2 votes) - Soul Observance - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Aryana HudsonIn the dance of the observation of the flow of life that each observer has occurring during the course of the day there are moves that are so fast that really are the light review. Where a person gets stuck in an actual light review is the whoring of the consciousness as seeking acceptance by ...
Views: 2005(2 votes) - Tarot Affirmations, Page of Wands Meditation for Purpose - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Suzi DronzekAbout: Tarot Affirmations are positive statements using the Tarot, to center ourselves while energizing our Mojo! My goal is to help invigorate higher vibrations with creative visualization for self-awareness, while enhancing one's perspective, confidence, and productivity. Becoming part of the ...
Views: 4150(3 votes) - I Create, Devils Or Angels - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2010 from David SamuelWe all want to create, but we cannot all just be creative, yet. We must first be capable of creating wisely and of a quality that is beneficial in order to satisfy our creative nature and drive. If not, we may create things that are harmful to others or ourselves. When people say they just ...
Views: 1149 - Self Improvement - Are You Ready For It? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Pete BurnsSo many people are trying to improve the quality of their lives now days and others around them by choosing to become the person they were always meant to be. Read this article and decide whether you are ready to change your life and more importantly whether you are prepared to do something ...
Views: 943 - Find the Meaning of YOUR life. - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Michelle CastoI am of the point of view that a life without meaning is not much of a life at all. In my coaching practice, I have worked with people on the brink of “losing it” and wanting to give up on various levels---from quitting a job that could not bear, to wrestling with understanding the challenges ...
Views: 1853(5 votes) - Six Questions to Discover Your Life’s Purpose - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Michelle CastoSix Questions to Discover Your Life’s Purpose Living a meaningful life is our choice to make, and one we are compelled to make at this time. With the radical changes in the world, there is one sure route to happiness and abundance and that is knowing and living your purpose. Finding your ...
Views: 1158(1 vote) - Find the Meaning of YOUR life. - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Michelle CastoI am of the point of view that a life without meaning is not much of a life at all. In my coaching practice, I have worked with people on the brink of “losing it” and wanting to give up on various levels---from quitting a job that could not bear, to wrestling with understanding the challenges ...
Views: 925 - Get Your Ego on Board to Live Your Life Purpose - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Michelle CastoWhen it comes to living a life of purpose and destiny, it requires ALL of you. Unfortunately, there can be an inner saboteur that gets in the way of you really taking a risk to stand out and shine. What I found from working with thousands of people is that it is essential to get into right ...
Views: 1170(3 votes) - Moving Past Resistance to Step on Your Path of Purpose - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Michelle CastoWhen stepping into a bigger aspect of ourselves and our lives, it’s natural to experience a push back! We do this because our limited self wants us to stay comfortable and “safe.” (even when its a no longer workable situation!) The reality is and has always been, there is nothing safe or ...
Views: 930 - Follow Your Bliss - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2013 from Layne SchmidtFollow your bliss, words attributed to Joseph Campbell philosopher, writer, explorer and a man way ahead of his time. I’ve always loved the sentiment – but sometimes; bliss feels like its a million miles away and it’s pretty hard to follow at that distance. For years now I’ve been intent on ...
Views: 1142 - Active and Healthy Choices - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Dr. LaVerne AdekunleAre You Being Active and Making Healthy Choices? In the pursuit of happiness, one must always challenge themselves to be productive. It is not always good to just sit around and allow the mind to wonder. Yes, brainstorming is good to make a decisive decision but an idle mind can create ...
Views: 1842(1 vote) - Why Must I Suffer? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Janis EricsonIn recent years, one concern has continually cropped up in my practice. The concern regards the nature of suffering, and the question that usually arises involves why suffering exists. One recent client asked me, “If God is loving, then why am I constantly faced with pain and suffering?” ...
Views: 1443(4 votes) - Find Your True Work by Finding Your Purpose - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Tomar LevineYou may be newly unemployed, laid off or retired. You may need to return to work for financial reasons. That may feel like a disaster and a dilemma, but it's also an opportunity to re-create your life in a way that is fulfilling and can be financially rewarding too. Maybe you're ready for ...
Views: 1536 - Create your life with intention - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Jim Phillips“The way we view life, our perspective, determines how we respond to life. And how we respond to life determines how we experience life” What if there was a way to change your experience of life? To see life not as it appears, but as the potential it promises. What if you could fully ...
Views: 1523(2 votes) - Enlightenment Quiz -- Answers - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Rose RosetreeHere come answers to our Enlightenment Quiz (See that Quiz as a separate article at http://www.rose-rosetree.com/blog). 1. Enlightenment shows to everyone who is intuitive. FALSE. You need Energetic Literacy to tell. And you don't need just Stage 1 Energetic Literacy (being aware of energy ...
Views: 3835(1 vote) - LIVING ON PURPOSE vs. LIVING YOUR PURPOSE - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Catherine EwingAll my life I’ve enjoyed words, word arrangement and the meanings we assign them. As a kid I was fascinated with the double meaning that I read into the slogan on the Vaseline jar…”the first aid kit in a jar”. Did they mean it was the very first aid kit or that that it was an actual first-aid ...
Views: 1611 - Three Ways to Leave Your Mark in this World - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from Andrea DeBellI just came back from running barefoot on the sand. I love the feel of the wet earth beneath my feet as I run on the beach. With each step, I leave a profound foot print on the sand. Just instants later, this beautiful footprint is washed away by the ocean. As my footprint slowly disappears, ...
Views: 6332(3 votes) - The Truth Behind Beliefs - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Jim PhillipsBy Jim Phillips 9/22/10 Have you ever considered that most of what you believe to be true you have never experienced first hand? Think about it, most of what we believe we have been told by someone else, have read it somewhere or heard it somewhere and then have come to the conclusion that it ...
Views: 1434(2 votes) - OPTIMISM: May you be blessed with an optimism that leads on to getting what you want. - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieUP YOUR OPTIMISM QUOTIENT B: Benefit from being an optimist. Benefits and blessings are yours when you see the benefits and blessings that flow from a particular situation. Better outcomes are yours when you choose to look for all the benefits and blessings in each situation. L: Look on the ...
Views: 1703(2 votes) - Human Design Reveals Your True Nature: Discover the Person You Were Born to Be - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2010 from Kim CorbinImagine, at the exact moment of birth, being handed a piece of paper. 'This information is for you and you alone,' whispers a messenger sent by the Universe, 'it is your reliable guide -- and secret -- to carry through life.' Before being welcomed into the outside world, you look down at ...
Views: 1717(1 vote) - DYNAMIC DREAMS: May your dreams be a blessing to you and the world. - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieLOVE OF LEARNING B: Blessed with the love of learning is to be blessed with the a life-force that is the essence of life. L: Learning to love learning is the secret for a fulfilled and blessed life. Life-long learning is essential to keep up with inevitable changes and is the way to keep ...
Views: 1903 - How to Discover Your Life Purpose - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Tim OngSome time ago, I was asked this question, "How do you discover your life purpose?" The person who asked this question was in his late forties, and can be considered to be reasonably successful financially. Yet, to him, there was something else that seemed to be missing in his life. He thought ...
Views: 2042(3 votes) - Getting Your Life Back On Track - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Charles BenderLife is about learning lessons and growing as a spiritual being. The troubles and tribulation we encounter along the way are growth opportunities not punishment. Some lessons are relatively simple and others, not so much. The later of these are hugely important in terms of our spiritual ...
Views: 1641(1 vote) - Living a Life On Purpose! - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Diane YoungHave you stopped to wonder how you can get off the Hamster Wheel of working a job you don't love, with people who you cannot relate to, in a business that has no meaning for you? How can you get off this hamster wheel and start to live a life filled with happiness, purpose and freedom, and be ...
Views: 1683(1 vote) - Is There Life After the Kids Have Launched? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Estra RoellThis is the time of year when many of you have dropped the last child off at college. Many feelings are no doubt swirling around inside you. You may feel proud of your child and excited about the new possibilities that await him or her. You may also be feeling anxious about your child's ...
Views: 3694(1 vote) - Do You Want To Discover Your Divine Destiny? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Matthew FlintonHave you ever wondered what your life’s purpose is? Have you ever become frustrated with your current lot in life and said… there’s got to be more to life than this? Have you ever just stopped and asked yourself… why are so many people around me living lives of happiness, fulfillment, and ...
Views: 1502(2 votes) - THE QUANTUM LEAP TO BEING by Parisha Taylor - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Parisha taylorWe are becoming a totally transformed evolved Being. Different from the step-by-step practices and processes that keep us spinning in our denials, the accelerated pace at which we are moving today it is a leap into transformation that is called the Quantum Leap of consciousness. There are many ...
Views: 1253(1 vote) - An Old Woman and Her Granddaughter - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Parisha taylorOn a mountain, in a forest, there sat an Old Woman and her Granddaughter… They await the Sunrise. The valley and meadows below them are covered by a blanket of mist. Each tree and blade of grass is adorned by dew drops, like pure diamonds. Every creature of the Great Earth Mother awaits the ...
Views: 2270(3 votes) - Every Behavior Has a Positive Intention - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Charles BenderWhy drilling down to a behavior's true purpose changes everything One of the most powerful NLP presuppositions is that every behavior has a positive intention. This does not imply that everything that a person does is 100 % positive - that would be utter denial of the truth - this presupposition ...
Views: 4133(1 vote) - Law of Gratitude - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Jim PhillipsThe law of gratitude is much like the law of gravity in that we know it exists, we know to a certain degree what it is, we know that it is at work whether we are consciously aware of it or not. We don’t have to think about gravity to know that it keeps planets in alignment and us on the face of ...
Views: 1737(3 votes)