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- Do You Rub Your Thoughts the Wrong Way? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorThere is a phrase, “That person rubs me the wrong way,” that basically means the person (though it also could be a situation) doesn’t make you feel good. You, at times, do this with your thoughts (most of us do); so what works to shift this? Esther Hicks of Abraham fame has a video on ...
Views: 3148(3 votes) - Do You Want Your Troubles to Pass, or Do You Want to Pass WITH Them? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionI often say, "Everything passes, and so will your current negative situation. When you are angry or upset, keep in mind that it will pass, so why waste your energy on something that will be gone tomorrow?" Now you may think, "Wait a minute, does every negative situation really pass? Did your ...
Views: 4611(4 votes) - Don't Try. Be. - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeWhen I was in my third semester studying for my Doctorate in Human Sexuality, I went to the Florida Sex Therapy Institute to complete a Certificate in Sex Therapy. Dr Susan Lee, my teacher, introduced me to her clients I bumped into and her counterparts as ‘Dr Lee’. My first reaction was ...
Views: 1075(2 votes) - Free Speech: Do Some People Try To Silence Others Because They Can't Handle Their Own Emotions? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone could experience a negative reaction if another person was to say something bad about them, this could also take place if they were to express their views. As a result of this, it could be a challenge for them to feel at peace within. No Escape One could then spend time with ...
Views: 1752(1 vote) - Going All the Way - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Deborah McIncrow"Fast, hurry, quickly, immediately” are all words that can appear extremely attractive and luring when they spring by our ears regarding weight loss. If you’ve got a horrible toothache then these words are extremely welcoming for immediate aid, if you break down on the side of the road then ...
Views: 1684(1 vote) - Good Fruits: Are Yours Nutritious or Wormy? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionDo you produce good fruits? If so, are they sweet and nutritious, or are they shining on the outside but wormy on the inside? Good fruits? Well, I'm talking about the good works you do. But how can good works be wormy? "Good" works are wormy and rotten when they are done with the wrong ...
Views: 2522(3 votes) - Growing Your Business: 7 Tips to Gracefully Manage the Awkward Stage - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonWhen you first learn a new skill, what does it feel like? Can you remember? Are you like a duck that on the surface of the water appears unruffled but who is paddling away furiously underwater? We will take a further look at this with a "human" example. When you are first learning a new dance - ...
Views: 2128(3 votes) - Hold an Ideas Txtversation - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Sylvia Henderson"Have an idea for the open house at your downtown property." "Great. But I’ll be out of town on business. Can you handle?" "OK. Will call your assistant to help me. Need keys and voucher." "Perfect. Call me later with details. I trust you!" (Txtversation between two professionals familiar ...
Views: 1322(1 vote) - How To Create Change In Yourself - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWhen you wish you could live your life differently, what is holding you back? If you truly want to change, what is stopping you, why can't you do it? For so many of us, we seem to be blocked by the inability to alter our own behaviors, even when we know we need to. What limits our capability ...
Views: 1195(1 vote) - How to Get Away With Using a Fake ID? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2019 from Alvina JenniferWe all go through a phase in our lives where we wish we were 21. It can be because you want to drink alcohol or party at a club but the fun can be ruined because you are not old enough. Fake ID is what you would need in such a situation. Latest technologies have made it easier to acquire a ...
Views: 2154(1 vote) - I Hate You!-- How To Let Go Of Animosity Towards Others And Be Happier With Yourself - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Heather TaskovicsHow often have we come across people in our lives who have, in our minds, done something so terrible to us that we feel the utmost loathing and hatred towards them? Unfortunately, we all can admit to this on more than one occasion. When we are faced with situations such as these, we basically ...
Views: 10399(2 votes) - It's Not Personal - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from M.J. RyanWhat’s happening right now is not because you’re bad or wrong or incompetent. It’s because the world is transforming at breakneck speed and each and every one of us must adapt to those changes as quickly and efficiently as possible. No one’s exempt.Age doesn’t get you off the hook. Nor does how ...
Views: 1583(3 votes) - Keep Mother Nature in mind when maintaining a garden - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Sue HeldenbrandGardens can be wonderful to soothe the soul and provide many therapeutic benefits. The physical benefits may be getting some fresh air and exercise. A garden brings together the wholeness of mind, body and spirit which is essential for well-being and healing. Along with having a wonderful ...
Views: 2198(2 votes) - Make 2014 a Year of No Excuses - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Elizabeth SpevackExcuses can be sneaky. Sometimes, even when you’re in the process of using one, you know it’s just an excuse. Sometimes, though, you deeply believe them and let them run the show. For example, let’s say you’re planning to exercise. “But I’m so tired tonight,” you say. “I’ll rest up tonight ...
Views: 1430(1 vote) - Minding Your Behaviour - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Yvonne BignallOur behaviour is a reflection of our emotions; how we feel. And the feelings come from our thoughts and our environmental experiences. Would it be fair to say that when you think about something very sad (tsunami, earthquakes) your feelings tend to tune in with the thought? For a lot of ...
Views: 3721(1 vote) - No more excuses! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from M.K. Joneshttp://www.examiner.com/x-10130-Cincinnati-Communication-Skills-Examiner~y2009m10d9-No-more-excuses
Views: 1704(4 votes) - Objectives Goals and Becoming Successful - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Heather SchoolerIs setting goals still valid in the 21st century? There is a lot of talk in the success industry about setting goals. The question is being posed around the validity of goal setting. Some people feel that goal setting is a waste of time and others feel that it is still valid as a tool for ...
Views: 4084(1 vote) - One “Small” Secret To Big Career Advantage - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from Susannah LippmanIf I could offer you a seemingly “little” tip that could literally make a huge difference in your success over your entire career, would you take it? If other people’s work is praised over yours, if they appear to make fewer mistakes, if they’re chosen for plumb assignments, they may not ...
Views: 1890(1 vote) - Personal Development in 2012 - vacuum anyone? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2012 from Mark EyreNovember 2011 has been an interesting month. A month of near unremitting bad news, which featured the near collapse of the Euro (which will eventually happen), and 1 million 16-24 year olds out of work in the UK. Against this backdrop, we have the City of London encouraging the Government to ...
Views: 1574(1 vote) - Picture This! Use Visual Aids to Illustrate Your Ideas - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Sylvia HendersonWhen you communicate verbally, you communicate in one of the most direct ways you can to get your idea across to an audience. Yet, you can enhance what you say and how you say it by showing what you say. Letting people see your message adds another dimension to your communication. Visualizing ...
Views: 2885(1 vote) - Preparing for a Successful Online Marketing Journey - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2011 from TJ PhilpottSuccessful online marketers as a rule generally begin their 'entrepreneurial' journeys with realistic expectations. As you begin to build your business these expectations will help you overcome the frustrations and setbacks commonly experienced early on. You must first realize overnight riches ...
Views: 960(1 vote) - Presentation Skills Training - How to Feel and Be More Confident About Yourself When Speaking in Public - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2013 from Ernest ChenAs the Master of Ceremonies calls out your name,you slowly walk up to the stage amidst the applause of your audience to shake his hands. And as you are walking up, you try very hard to keep the smile on your face while hiding your anxiousness. Glancing back, you saw that in the eyes of the ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - Questions That Move You Forward - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Paul Dalton"To be on a quest is nothing more or less than to become an asker of questions." - Sam Keen I think we all get that questions are a really powerful communication tool when we’re dealing with others, but the impact of the questions we ask ourselves usually gets overlooked, and often this can ...
Views: 1625(5 votes) - Sticks and Stones…AND Words Can Harm! - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Sylvia HendersonIf you’ve ever presented an idea, concept, or suggestion and received a less-than-positive reaction in return, then you’ve probably wondered where your message went wrong and what you could have done differently. At times, your choice of words is all that stands between you and the positive ...
Views: 1458(1 vote) - Strong Relationships Help Ideas Flourish - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Sylvia HendersonWhen you have an idea that you’re passionate about, you are likely inspired to figure out ways to make it happen…and fast. Whether that requires a brainstorming session, a sales pitch, or a capital investment, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with other people can help you ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - Success and Trust - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Geoffrey CanavanSuccess comes from the mind that is ready for it but for many of us ‘I would but …’ becomes the cop out and then the excuse department is endless. Failure can have addictive qualities all built from the loop of personal history. When we get good at not achieving we can perfect the art of not ...
Views: 1350(3 votes) - The dreaded word - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Kevin AbdulrahmanLet's look at this much dreaded word. F.A.I.L.U.R.E Is it really that bad? Having trained tens of thousands of people around the globe, the answer usually varies depending on who you talk to, their upbringing and their culture. This usually determines their views on failure. Over all ...
Views: 2189(2 votes) - The Path Runs Both Ways: Mentoring to Support Someone Else’s Ideas - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Sylvia HendersonChances are, at some point in your life, a friend, family member or colleague will come to you for advice or guidance on an idea that they have. You should view this as the ultimate compliment, because this person values your opinion and respects what you have to say. They are looking for you to ...
Views: 1384(1 vote) - Time Management: Discover 7 Ways to Best Manage Your Time - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Nathan AmaralHenry David Thoreau said, “It is not enough to be busy. The question is what are you busy about.” Time management is about taking the finite amount of time we are given, and using it in the most productive way possible. We all have the same 24 hours in a day to accomplish our goals. Our life is ...
Views: 2846(3 votes) - Well-Intentioned Messages: It’s For Your Own Good! - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Sylvia Henderson“You want to start your own business? That´s terribly risky.” “You want to go where? But that´s so far.” “You want a new what? Now, that´s not very practical.” “You want to leave a ‘good job’ for that idea? How will you take care of your family?” Any of this sound familiar? From whom do ...
Views: 1409(1 vote) - What Are Your Personal Values? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Sumner DavenportA person's got to have a code, a creed to live by. ~ John Wayne ~ In general, personal values evolve from circumstances with the external world and these can change over time. For many generations, most of us learned our values - sometimes referred to as morals, from parents, teachers and ...
Views: 4874(2 votes) - What You Say Has Power - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Leisa OlsonMother Teresa said “I was once asked why I don’t participate in anti-war demonstrations. I said that I will never do that, but as soon as you have a pro-peace rally, I’ll be there”. September 21 was Peace One Day, a day to bring people together with activities and events that focus on creating ...
Views: 1227(1 vote) - Whose Business Are We In? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Janet ChristensenWhose Business Are We In? At some point in time, each of us encounters situations where you want to jump in and fix something in another person’s life, perhaps a family member, friend or co-worker. It may be a personal situation, a work problem, a financial situation, a conflict – the ...
Views: 1188(1 vote) - Why Success is Your Personal Responsibility - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from TJ PhilpottSuccess is your personal responsibility and not an entitlement! You can not assume nor expect that others will 'do for you' in the quest for your own personal desires; that only happens for children and not grown adults! Many who have aspirations of achieving success in various aspects of their ...
Views: 1532(5 votes) - YES, but .... What is your excuse? - by Submitted on May 08, 2010 from Suzi MorrisWhen I hear this expression, I become intensely interested. I really want to hear what follows the “Yes, BUT” because it always amazes me - the excuses people choose to use to keep themselves stuck. I find it incredible that people are happy to just sit with the excuse and not think about ...
Views: 2218(2 votes) - You Snooze You Lose: Don’t let fear stop you - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Jaynine HowardIs procrastination holding you back from turning your dreams into reality? I often hear people tell me what they want to do. However, rarely do I see them do anything to make that dream a reality. What I do see is that person’s idea for a business now belongs to someone else. When you ...
Views: 1483(2 votes) - You’re In Charge. It’s Your idea. What’s the Problem (With Everyone Else)? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Sylvia HendersonOur personal and professional relationships are sometimes less than supportive and convinced of our ideas. For some of us, adversity is more of a daily occurrence than a once-in-a-while situation. When you are in a position of authority, it is the moment of crisis that can be the most difficult ...
Views: 1414(1 vote) - Looking Out For Number One - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2009 from Lori Snyder"I have an everyday religion that works for me. Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line." --Lucile Ball, 1911-1989, Comedienne and Actress We all heard the saying a million times before---“When you take care of yourself first, you will then be better able to take care of, ...
Views: 2411(7 votes) - 5 Reasons Most People Fail at Goal Setting - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Dennis KelleyNow is a great time to review your goals for the year and determine how well you are doing at accomplishing those things you wanted to get done this year. If you are like many people, you probably have a few goals that you haven’t made much progress toward achieving. You may even have some ...
Views: 1942(5 votes) - How to Impersonalize Criticism - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Gian Fiero |Criticism is tough for most people. When we are criticized, we often develop a reaction to what is being said which makes us feel as though we are under attack. It's only natural to impulsively defend one's self under such circumstances. Granted, some criticisms are malicious and unwarranted, ...
Views: 1593(5 votes) - *** The Foundation of Personal Accountability: Telling the Truth About Yourself-Five Ways to Do It. - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Dr. Lisabeth Saunders MedlockIn my experience working with clients in coaching, many want to jump quickly into setting goals and making a plan. But, they loose focus quickly, get sidetracked easily, or can’t remember the goals they set or why they were important. I believe this happens because there is foundational work ...
Views: 2633(4 votes) - Organizing is a 3 Step Process – Forget the Pretty Bins - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Mary DykstraOrganizing is about having a strategy - its not about having the latest and greatest containers. Many of my clients and audiences fall victim to all the great “Organizing” & “ Organized” pictures of beautiful closet systems, kitchen & organizing bin systems which are only 30% filled with color ...
Views: 1775(4 votes) - The Dangers of Strategic Helping - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Lyndsey ShafferIt is imperative that we understand our internal reasons for wanting to help another person. Many talk about the building of relationships through the volunteering of time or resources. If it is your intention to help another because of the potentially fruitful relationship that may result you ...
Views: 1520(8 votes) - What is the Purpose of External Accountability? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Tom WeberAccountability is one of the most powerful tools and motivators that many of us have at our disposal. Most of us have had either an accountability buddy, coach or manager that held us accountable from time to time. But most of us do not realize that there are different types of accountability ...
Views: 6165(4 votes) - Getting Things Done - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Judi MoreoHave you ever heard anyone say “There’s just not enough time to get everything done?” “The world is just going so fast.” “Technology is making life so hard.” “The faster I go the behinder I get.” The rate of change we are experiencing today does make it seem like the world is going faster. ...
Views: 3499(7 votes) - It's Always Going to be Something - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from CHARLES GLASSMAN(original distribution in early April 2010) Passover and Easter are upon us. New Year’s Day is a fading memory and so, probably, are those New Year’s resolutions for change and self-improvement. One of the most common resolutions is to achieve a healthier lifestyle—eating the right foods, ...
Views: 2343(3 votes) - Personal Commitment - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Linda WintertonIn this world of instant gratification, high speed technology and a ‘quick fix’ mentality it seems that many people have abdicated responsibility for taking care of themselves. This is evidenced by the growing obesity rate, the rise in substance abuse and even the number of stress related ...
Views: 3425(3 votes) - The Key to Success Can Be Found Within You - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from TJ PhilpottThe key to success in just about everything you may attempt to do ALWAYS starts with you! Whether your plans are for business success or personal achievement absolutely everything originates within your person. Once you accept the personal responsibility that you must first invest YOURSELF in ...
Views: 894(3 votes) - The Meaning of Success - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Dawn AngierI once got a letter from a high school student in Australia. He wanted to know my definition of success. It’s a good question, and I thought I’d share my answer with you. Most people will tell you that they want to be a success. But it’s a rare individual who can tell you what that means. ...
Views: 1646(3 votes) - Are You Afraid of Success - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Troyann WilliamsOn many occasions while giving a talk on Success Esteem I will ask audience members to raise their hand if they believe they have some fear of failure. Typically about 80% of the audience will raise their hand. Then I ask them to raise their hand if they believe they have some fear of success. ...
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