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Well, we can look at life as a Game… where all of us are trying to win. But, the actual winners are only those who have control over thoughts and emotions.
Our emotions are just like our source of energy, as it denotes the power within us.
When our thoughts are charged with positive ... Views: 762
I have used goal setting worksheets for a number of years to accomplish goals. Today I want to review with you how I have used goal setting worksheets successfully in my life.
You Need to Have a Target or Goal
Yes this is very basic, picking a goal to start, but you have to start somewhere. ... Views: 2535
The steps leading to the successful use of powerful processes are sequential, and often seem complex because there can be many of them. But just like taking the first step up a long staircase, each subsequent step is as easy to take as the preceding one. It's only when we think we have to jump ... Views: 754
Audacity is essential to entrepreneurs, artists, inventors, and other creators and innovators. This posting, written by my colleague and collaborator Julie van Amerongen, celebrates Audacity.
Jeff
“Success is the child of audacity.” ~Benjamin Disraeli
I hope that whoever writes my eulogy ... Views: 1035
Most of us live either in the past or in the future; it’s a fact, we either rewind to our past memories or wish for a better future.
Most importantly, we focus on what was, and how unpleasant events came to be. Or, we live in the future, indulging in wishful thinking or harboring fearful, ... Views: 683
Positive thinking and optimism will definitely help you achieve your goals, but the most important time in your life when you will need these two attributes is when you experience failure.
Failure is best described as being the opposite of success. To achieve success you need to ... Views: 1027
Solomon said, “The tongue of the wise is health” (Proverbs 12:18) and “Death and life are in the power of the tongue” (Proverbs 18:21)
Words…They are powerful. Words have a magical power.
Our words describe our thoughts in our inner world. Words have a profound impact on our life. They ... Views: 779
Did you bounce out of bed this morning, or was it a case of pulling the covers over your head, wishing it wasn't morning yet? I woke early full of joy and vitality, thankful for my life. The sounds of my daughter singing mingled with birdsong, the day blue, sunny and warm and the promise of ... Views: 1345
I once watched a movie with my children called ‘Kung Fu Panda’ and I remember a beautiful powerful saying: “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and the present moment is all you have, that is why we call it a present.”
The power of the present moment is rarely used, or even ... Views: 714
In the first months of the current economic crisis, I felt pretty removed from the situation. It was something I read about in the New York Times and heard way too much about on Marketplace.?
In the last few weeks, however, the reality of economic depression has moved closer and closer to home, ... Views: 934
Article Title: The Principles of Success (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness')
Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Personal Growth, Self Help, Motivation, Mind, Mind Control, Mindpower, Sport, Sport Psychology, books, new books (enough there now, craig)
Web Sites: ... Views: 882
Article Title: The Psychology of Winning (from Inspirational Books - Part Two)
Key words: Motivation, Dennis Waitley, Self Help, Personal Growth, Success, Inspiration
Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig
Craig's blog with thoughts and ... Views: 1478
ATVs and dirt bikes have made a name for themselves in the bike racing sport. With a promising performance from the high power engines these ATVs and dirt bikes are here to stay. Used for hill climbing and mud racing these bikes have become a standard in the bike racing industry. They have a ... Views: 853
Before you can build the body of your dreams, you need to learn how to defeat the only force that can really stop you.
“I’m going to really stick to this training program and diet and completely change my body!” thinks the wannabe athlete. “Oh man, I need to tweet about this before I ... Views: 1064
We all suffer from time to time from a feeling of sluggishness; a lack of desire to do the things which we know we should do. You may not feel motivated to exercise, study, and work or even to just to get out of bed in the morning. But there is in fact one single key to getting yourself ... Views: 1334
Do you know the reasons for using dog poop bags to pick up our dog's waste? Well, actually there are many good reasons. Some we are well aware of, and some maybe not.
1) Common courtesy to our neighbors. How often have you stepped in dog poop and tracked it into your home or into your ... Views: 1720
Historically, mentoring was a scarce resource that hardly attracted individuals towards it. However, with the change in times, this has changed drastically. Now, nearly 71% of Fortune 500 companies believe in incorporating mentoring programs in their corporate structures. Now, companies ... Views: 689
In recent years, Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, has witnessed a significant shift in lifestyle preferences, particularly among its affluent residents. The allure of Islamabad farmhouses has grown tremendously, driven by a combination of urbanization, a desire for escape from city life, ... Views: 127
As a business owner who works with other business owners, I see a lot of dreams. Sometimes these dreams take the form of little goals... I want to offer a new coaching program. Sometimes they take the form of medium goals... I want to facilitate a writing retreat. And then sometimes they take ... Views: 994
No matter how much you want to make your dreams come true you still need some practical ways to keep yourself motivated over the long term. You need the ability to keep going in the face of setbacks, disappointments and short-term frustrations. i.e. a motivation technique that works.
Thankfully ... Views: 598
Most people have an Inner Critic that tries to brow beat or guilt them into change. You may hear that little voice saying “You should . . . “or “You shouldn’t . . . .” I call this shoulding on yourself. It’s not very much fun.
If you feel bad enough, you may make temporary changes, but then ... Views: 1144
There are numerous things that you ought to learn rapidly amid a great time. The fundamental one is the means by which to wind up being a good workplace leader, since that will be of key significance for your business. The fundamental one is the means by which to wind up plainly a good workplace ... Views: 1442
Have you discovered one of the most important secrets to happiness? Here's how to know.
One of the few TV shows I watch is "Men in Trees." It's a comedy/drama about a relationship coach who moved from New York City to live in a very small town: Elmo, Alaska. Obviously, the cultural contrasts ... Views: 722
Do you have a list of goals and desires that have yet to be fulfilled? Do you find yourself generating exciting new ideas only to find that you lose the motivation to complete them shortly after you get started? Perhaps you talk yourself out of that great new idea even before you even begin to ... Views: 725
Do you want to discover your true life’s purpose? More ease? Maybe even more money? I have one simple answer, so simple you’ll push it away thinking that it could never work. Here it is:
Stop judging yourself. That’s it. End of story.
Oh, you have questions? Of course, just like me.
When you ... Views: 964
Do you set goals or make resolutions at the beginning of each year? With 2009 upon us now is the time to whip out a pen and paper or your Blackberry and make some plans before another digitally enhanced year speeds by!
Want to know the secret to setting goals that you will achieve? It's all to ... Views: 1765
I hear a lot of entrepreneurs complain that they're not being productive. They have a lot they want to accomplish, yet they feel that they're not getting enough done. They're mentally assessing their productivity and giving themselves a failing grade.
They ask me: "How can I manage my time ... Views: 1011
The entire world is currently facing a crisis of unprecedented level. The looming threat of a pandemic continues to push the economies and health care systems of several countries to the brink of collapse. Almost everywhere in the world, there are people who are going jobless, homeless, hungry, ... Views: 702
Intangible forces are always at play in our lives. Individuals who learn to control these forces are able to gainfully engage them while those who do not obtain this mastery will always be dominated by these forces. There seems to be no middle way: Either gain mastery, or, be dominated by these ... Views: 832
Dearest Darling Friends,
Has water entered your ship?
The ship needs water to move. Compared to the mass of water it can travel and conquer, the size of the ship is very tiny.
Yet, all the water in the biggest of the oceans cannot drown the ship, unless water enters that ship. The ... Views: 2068
This is a key to lasting motivation and beating procrastination.
If you have friends who are highly driven business people, spend time with them whenever you want a motivational boost. You will feel charged up and more ambitious after meeting them. And it’s fun.
Of course if all you did ... Views: 546
The revelation of this most powerful attraction tool is one that is so simple, and basic that for many it may go unnoticed, and often unappreciated because of it's simplicity. Some would say it's as common as a rock, but when discovered by those who comprehend's it's value, it is more rare than ... Views: 1272
Do you want to increase your business by 6 figures in less than 12 months, but you do not know what’s missing to generate that growth? Jen Coffel has built five different businesses to 6 figures each in different industries and each in less than twelve months. Learn her 3 secrets to transforming ... Views: 374
I often get asked how I write my posts. What's my process? Do I have a weekly or monthly plan of topics I'm going to cover? Do I write using a particular formula? Word limit? Do I methodically and strategically mix up the sciencey stuff, the motivational stuff, the funny stuff, the philosophical ... Views: 1348
Article Title: The State of the World and How to CHANGE it...
but How can a mere 'I' Make Any Difference?
Author: Craig Lock
Category/Subject: the world, world issues, social and political issues/problems
Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and www.lulu.com/craiglock ... Views: 688
For the most part, we've all experienced personal issues, circumstances or storms. I am not an expert or a fancy writer. I have a voice and I want to spread it to the world. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to write.
I would like to offer you some friendly words of encouragement and ... Views: 2403
Doubt yourself and you doubt everything you see. Judge yourself and you see judges everywhere. But if you listen to the sound of your own voice, you can rise above doubt and judgment. And you can see forever.
-- Nancy Kerrigan
I was talking with a good friend last night, and she was ... Views: 1652
The Three Core Conflicts
by
Bill Cottringer
“Unresolved conflicts usually return as noisier versions with more intensity, vengeance and difficulty.” ~The author.
There are three core conflicts for humans: (1) Us vs. life (2) Us vs. others, and (3) Us vs. ourselves. We all ... Views: 632
I talk to lots of entrepreneurs who say they don't like selling and they won't acknowledge this important aspect of their business. They figure that people will just gladly offer them money and they won't have to ask for it.
Most of these people are also struggling to make ends meet because ... Views: 1269
There is no doubt about it, the recession has most people's motivation in a vice. People's personal and professional lives are being affected by the global economic downturn. However if you look carefully you will see that some people are still able to maintain high levels of motivation even ... Views: 1156
Learn the art of exploring all opportunities, which may cross your path and build your experience and judgment, so that you can quickly decide if it is worth investing time and energy into exploring any new opportunity. It is always far easier to explore any opportunities and save buckets of ... Views: 1344
"The tiniest 1/1000th of a second!"
We all have the ability to decide to make decisions that will determine the ultimate outcome and the achievement of our WHY in life!
There is a very thin line between being a Gold Medal winner and just being there.
The Olympic games ... Views: 1057
I receive many emails from people that basically ask the same question: How can I keep myself motivated long term? This seems to be quite a common dilemma for many people so I want to address it because it can be done! Here are my tips for staying motivated:
Get motivated every day.
Zig Ziglar ... Views: 892
In early December of 2006, I was reading the newsletter of one of my colleagues. In it, she was discussing a new program she had put together which included interviews with many well-known spiritual and personal growth mentors. As I read about those who would be interviewed, I found myself ... Views: 1064
Are you resisting fear in your life? So many of us want to scuttle into safety and security. But fear is the gateway to the sublime. We’re supposed to be scared “out of our minds.” That’s the point. That’s when we tap into another intelligence, a non-linear knowing. Best-selling author Sharon ... Views: 1508
Are you resisting fear in your life? So many of us want to scuttle into safety and security. But fear is the gateway to the sublime. We're supposed to be scared "out of our minds." That's the point. That's when we tap into another intelligence, a non-linear knowing. Best-selling author Sharon ... Views: 1015
The Trickster is a well known character to Indian people. The Trickster is both figurative and literal, symbolic and allegorical. Awareness of him can be life-changing. At one point or another, the Trickster touches each of our lives whether we are aware of it or not. Here is a story to expose ... Views: 2146
The Superior Power has established the laws for a perfect equilibrium. The order and balance of nature must not only be external, but also internal. And it is here where Good plays a fundamental role, since it is not only theory, but also practice. And is not only desire and intention, but also ... Views: 3388
Why???
He is depressed since years but he doesn’t know the reason behind it, sometimes he finds himself sad without knowing why and sometimes his mood swings with no apparent reason. He is not that successful or that happy and he blames the government and luck for it.
But there is an ... Views: 857
One of the biggest challenges I face in teaching people the Art of Self Motivation is leading them to understand how you and I learn to believe.
By the Mach II definition, a vision is not a vision unless you have some belief that it is inevitable. Otherwise, it is nothing more than a wish, at ... Views: 1507