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Six Key Steps to Live Life To The Fullest - by Judi MoreoEnjoying Your Life Versus Simply Existing - by Judi Moreo- Coping with Stress and Anxiety After the Earthquake in Haiti - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D.The news about the aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti is heartbreaking and the vivid pictures tragic. As in grieving any loss, the people of Haiti have been experiencing a wide range of emotions. Initially, many were grateful for surviving the catastrophe. But now they are dealing with the ...
Views: 1612(1 vote) - Oppis – Opportunities in self-positioning - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Malcolm PayneOppis are a central feature of self-positioning. Oppis are opportunities. An opportunity is just that: a chance you can take, or not, as you wish. It is offered to you alongside many other opportunities: you take up the ones that are relevant to you, miss out on those that do not seem right for ...
Views: 1612 - Are You Fooling Yourself? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2012 from Dr. Carolyn PorterAs human beings, we are masters with the creation of excuses. There isn’t one person alive who doesn’t make excuses every day of their life for something. It’s so ingrained in us that we rarely realize our pattern, so it is simply a natural defense we utilize without thinking. Some of you may ...
Views: 1611 - Why Do People With Low Self-Esteem Suffer From Fear and Anxiety? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Evelyn YeoThe person with low self-esteem has typically experienced emotional abuse in the form of malicious teasing, sarcasm, unfair judgments and criticism during his growing years. Being constantly made to feel shame, guilt and unworthiness for behaving differently from what others want, he has ...
Views: 1611(1 vote) - You’ve Got to be Brave to be Different? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Willie HortonSimple question – how many good ideas have you had that you simply never bothered to do anything about? And, have you ever noticed that some of the most successful people are where they are as a result of some really simple idea – the kind of idea that you say to yourself “I could have thought ...
Views: 1611(1 vote) - 4 Reasons To Be Happy That You Are Single - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Patrick O'NeillWith Valentine’s Day behind us, many will be relieved to see the crimson tide of Valentine’s day goodies and décor once again recede until next February. But although the grocery department stores may have already moved on from the V-Day hype, there’s a possibility that you haven’t. For a few ...
Views: 1609 - Are You a “But” or a “Can”? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from Dr. Robin RushloWe’ve all had them in our business. The “yes but” people. The ones that swear they will do what you tell them, but.... The ones that really want to grow their business, but… The ones that meant to be on the call but… Let’s face it, there are still a lot of people out there they still think they ...
Views: 1609(2 votes) - How can you benefit from the planets in October 2009? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Dianne LawsonOctober’s Planets The Astro-Weather Forecast for the First Half of the Month is Partly Cloudy, Partly Sunny, Partly Rainy with Gusts of Wind and Lots of Changeable Weather. Take your umbrella during the rainy days and plan to use the sunny days to your advantage. See the following for ...
Views: 1609(4 votes) - The impact of creating a "Kaizen Culture" within young adults and teenage groups - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from Scott CoulterEvery year I am faced with new challenges that push my personal and professional development further into research, training, and application. Over the years, I’ve learned to embrace change and adapt to my current environment--seeking a better way to achieve success. For me, this “self-seeking” ...
Views: 1609(1 vote) - Crystal Clear Communications - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixOne of the biggest issues I've seen over the years working with clients is that of communications. So often, situations can go array simply for lack of crystal clear communications. Part of the problem is also part of the beauty; we all have different communication styles. And as much as this ...
Views: 1608(2 votes) - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: Comforting the Little Orphan Girl - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2017 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: When life hands me a very difficult time, and I feel defeated and overwhelmed, I enter a hopeless and helpless state of mind I think of as The Little Orphan girl. This is the way I felt, as a teen, when I lost nearly my whole family, father, aunts and uncles, between the ...
Views: 1608(1 vote) - Make Money by Using a Holistic Approach to Overcome Your Fear of Speaking to Customers & Associates - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Otis Brown, Jr.,A holistic approach to public speaking means using every means possible to provide the best result for your mind and body. It is clear that the condition of your body affects the performance of your brain. A well trained and conditioned body can withstand stressful situations. Taking care of ...
Views: 1608 - Is There A Connection Between Positive Thought & Infinite Possibilities? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Debbie RustonWe live in a very abundant world - a world FULL of Infinite Possibilities! I find very often though, people are so busy just "surviving" they can't see the possibilities around them. Why is this? When it is so evident to many of us that there are so many possibilities, why do so many people ...
Views: 1607(1 vote) - I’m a mental magician - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2012 from Rob WhiteIt’s magic I’ve discovered something that is quite amazing about myself. I am a mental magician. I have learned that if I change my mind about what I believe, I am able to change the world that unfolds before me. It’s magic. I notice that when I change my point of view about something, ...
Views: 1607(1 vote) - Take the Time to CARE - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Julie DonleyWhen I started my career in health care nearly 20 years ago, I was struck by the compassion and care with which nurses and other professionals gave of themselves to their patients. It felt like home to me as I embarked upon my career as a caring professional. But I also noticed how unhappy ...
Views: 1606 - The Goal Everyone Says is Impossible - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2017 from Dante PetrillaWe all have dreams of the wonderful life we wish to manifest for ourselves. We all want that perfect job, lifestyle, partner and all the things that go along with a perfect life. And the truth is that the vast majority of us fall far short of achieving anything near what we truly wish for ...
Views: 1605 - Writing an Executive Summary for Your Business or Life - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Catherine FranzYou may or may not have written an executive summary for your business. You can use this information in your print materials, on the Internet, in presentations and proposals, and more. The three top reasons people don’t write one are: (1) They don’t know how; (2) They haven’t even ...
Views: 1605(1 vote) - 10 Self-Development Web Resources: Free, Reliable and Practical - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from Jane CoplandEager to improve and learn something new? Want to speed-read, perhaps? Or improve your goal-setting skills? Oh, we have something in common. I adore discovering new horizons myself. That’s why I always have at hand my list of 10 self-development websites, which I randomly open when I want to the ...
Views: 1604 - Dear Dr. Romance: What do I need to do to become a therapist? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am a 25 year old M.A. student from the Middle East. This year is my final year to have my M.A. degree as a Family specialist to become a family counselor. I saw many things you wrote online as a family and couple therapists and i Loved them all! I was wondering if you ...
Views: 1604 - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: Gentle Persistence - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Have you noticed that nagging, whining, complaining, sternly directing, yelling, criticizing and freaking out don’t seem to get you what you want from a partner, family member, friend, colleague or child? In a previous article, “Asking for What You Want” I explained ...
Views: 1604(4 votes) - How do you change behavior? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Dia ThabetDo you know how to change your behavior? What are the steps needed to change your behavior? We all want to change some behaviors or habits from time to time. For ambitious people, they tend to have many behaviors that they want to change or improve in themselves. Let me ask you something, do ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - Start With A Blank Page - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Miami PhillipsWhat would you do differently in your life if you were given the chance? What would you change now if you were able to wave a magic wand and start from scratch? No ties, no burdens, no limits, no memories, and no past. What would that life look like? If the answer that comes to your mind ...
Views: 1604 - Your Success Depends on Your Intentions - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Willie HortonAre your intentions honourable?! An age-old question asked by prospective fathers-in-law – and one that is at the very centre of whether or not you can achieve the success that you want out of life. In terms of aiming for success, we need to know what we intend to get. Truth is, most people ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - On Being Joyful - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Aly and AndreaWell, you knew we couldn’t have yesterday’s post, “On Being Sad,” without having today’s post: On Being Joyful. That’s because when “Sad” happens, it is in large part as a consequence of our circumstances. Something has occurred, or some one has behaved in a way that perhaps brought sadness. But ...
Views: 1603 - Too Tough on Yourself and What to Do About It - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Jane CranstonA behavior common among very successful people is setting high standards for themselves as well as others. Whether the actions are going to be seen by friends or colleagues, or done strictly in private, doesn’t seem to matter, high achievers place the bar at the top rung for almost anything and ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - Wake Up Worrying - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Frances LucasMost mornings many people all over the world wake up to worry. They wake up and begin to think about all the things they have to do. They wake up and begin to worry about how the bills are going to get paid. They wake up worrying about their health or their family. We really need to make a ...
Views: 1603 - What holds you back? Professionally, Personally and Financially (Hint: They are all related to one another!) - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Herb KayObstacles. We’ve all got them. Big, small, daunting and often derailing; our fear of the unknown and the excuses we create in order to avoid failure, are why so many really great people end up splashing in their own personal mud puddle! It’s easy to get yourself stuck in a self-depreciating and ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - Our Legacy – A Tool for Personal Development - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Mariano Jauco“It is well to give when asked, but it is better to give unasked, through understanding” - Kahlil Gibran, 1883-1931, Lebanese Poet and Novelist“ _____ There’s an old saying that goes, “If you don’t know where you’re going, any path will take you there.” The same is true of personal ...
Views: 1602 - Self Improvement Advice That's Easy To Understand - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Ramil MorlaImproving yourself does not happen on its own. The process of self improvement requires setting goals and putting sound advice into practice. This article will give you concrete advice that will help you achieve any goal that you want to achieve. Once you read this article, you can start on the ...
Views: 1602 - The 3 "C's" of Leading with Confidence - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Skip WeismanIt is the rare human being who can maintain confidence 100% of the time. Even the best of leaders experience dips in confidence from time to time, from context to context and from situation to situation. The key is building your 'confidence' muscles. I believe confidence can be ...
Views: 1602 - 5 Steps to Happiness - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Bill LangAre you happy? What makes us happy? Can you cultivate happiness? These questions are difficult to answer, but psychologists like Martin Seligman from the University of Pennsylvania are trying a new approach to shed light on these questions. Psychology for most part of history has concerned ...
Views: 1601(1 vote) - Heal Your Life® Techniques to Change Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Patricia CraneThe work of Louise Hay has transformed the lives of millions! Here are life-changing techniques from her philosophy to empower YOUR life! 1. Be willing to love and accept yourself – no matter what! You don’t need to lose the weight, have the relationship, or anything else first. Start ...
Views: 1601(2 votes) - Unsent Release Letter - Journaling Tool - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from John RobsonForgiveness heals the pain of separation. “What you fail to forgive, you live.” – Unknown source Most people feel either guilty or resentful every day. I feel guilty when I did not meet that perfect picture of myself. I feel resentful when others did not meet my perfect expectations of ...
Views: 1601 - Are You A Victim of Your Thinking? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2015 from Rand GolletzMy business passion is helping executives get out of their own way. Some of that work involves helping them come to terms with the business implications of the following: The human brain is geared, at least in part, to keep us comfortable and that "comfort" rather than "truth" predisposes us to ...
Views: 1600 - Mental Baggage Slows you Down - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from cedric riceAre you carrying around a bunch of excess mental baggage which you don’t really need to carry? You need to travel as lightly as you possibly can in order to make better distance. Mental baggage will slow you down and prevent you from reaching your goals just the same as a heavy physical ...
Views: 1600(3 votes) - Quotes About Gratitude That Makes You And Everyone Else Feel Good - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Michael LeeReading quotes about gratitude has such a wonderful effect on the human psyche. It reinforces positive feelings in us and allows us to give more of ourselves to others. Call it the gift that keeps on giving. It's quite inspiring, isn't it? Read these motivational quotes about gratitude to ...
Views: 1600 - The Emerging Popularity Of Cognitive-Behavorial Therapy - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2008 from James KrehbielCognitive-behavioral therapy is currently receiving a significant degree of attention as the treatment of choice for individuals needing assistance with a variety of psychological disorders. It is a structured, pragmatic approach to dealing with problems and is appealing to those seeking ...
Views: 1600(2 votes) - Creating a Better Life - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2010 from Beth and Lee McCainIn order to create a better life for yourself it is going to take change, and that change starts within your own mind. And as you learn to shift your thoughts from the negative to the positive you will find that life will begin to show a change for the better. When we think repetitive ...
Views: 1599(6 votes) - Self Esteem for Women: Boost Your Self Esteem in 5 Steps - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2008 from Tracey BurchardIt’s tough being a woman – expectations are high and competition is rough. We are taught at an early age that it’s wrong to speak our minds, wrong to make mistakes, wrong to be too assertive…so many of us end up at the mercy of “the stronger sex.” This ...
Views: 1599 - Seven Steps to a Positive Mindset - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Sylvia HendersonHave you ever heard the saying, “You are the company that you keep?” If you have, then you understand the powerful affect that others’ attitudes can have on your own…negative or positive. Conversely, you understand that your actions toward others cause them to act and react in kind. It can be ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - The 5 Stages of Effective Communication - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Adrian LawHi, it's Adrian Law here from the Academy of Positive Change. If you would like to know one thing that will change your results quickly and improve them dramatically, stay tuned. I'm not sure if you know this or not but some of the highest paid people and the happiest people on the planet are ...
Views: 1599 - Altruism: Is Altruism An Illusion? - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one went into a populated area and started to observe other people’s behaviour, they may start to see that not everyone has the same focus. There may be some people who are only concerned with their own well-being, and there could be others who are also concerned about the well-being of the ...
Views: 1598 - Lent 2011--Forty Days to Change My Life: Day 01 - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Daniel ToopsForty Days to Change My Life—Day 01 It is lent. I am not taking about the stuff that gets caught in the screen of your clothes dryer. I am talking about Lent in the Christian tradition. That period of the liturgical year that leads up to Easter. Through various acts of devotion such as prayer ...
Views: 1598(1 vote) - 3 Elements of a Life Purpose - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2017 from A.J. DrenthExpressing and symbolizing human experience through meaningful concepts has long been an aim of religion, philosophy, and psychology. And few concepts do so more powerfully and effectively than that of purpose. The concept of purpose points not only to our experience of purposefulness, but also ...
Views: 1597(1 vote) - Living for Others Causes You Not to Live - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Jennifer N. BlueDo you take care of others so much that you forget to take care of yourself? Suppose your friend asks you to pick up her dry cleaning one day. You do not mind because it is along your commute and it feels good to help someone. However, a week later she asks for the same favor and you accept the ...
Views: 1597 - Ten Leadership Blunders - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Steve GoodierComedian Bill Cosby once said, “I'm not the boss of my house. I don't know how I lost it, I don't know when I lost it, I don't really think I ever had it. But I've seen the boss' job...and I don't want it!" Like it or not, there are times we are in charge. There are times we are all leaders – ...
Views: 1597(3 votes) - JOURNALING TOWARD AN EXRAORDINARY LIFE - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2012 from Lisa ColbertUsing a journal as a meaningful tool to self discovery and growth is invaluable. Instead of the ‘dear diary’ once used to vent negativity, this outlet can be used to better understand yourself and to foster emotional growth. Once you make a commitment to examine your values and motivations ...
Views: 1596 - Sex: Do Some People Have Sex To Avoid Themselves? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIn recent history, the general attitude towards sex has changed and it has almost gone from one extreme to the other. So a more liberal approach has appeared and this is often how life works. This can be seen at a more personal level and further out, to include what is happening in the ...
Views: 1596 - The Paradox Of Belief - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Gisele MichelAny time is a good time to assess where you are relative to those things that are important to you, such as business, career, life, family, health, relationships. It seems especially right to do so at the beginning of the year. It’s early enough to set benchmarks and there seems to be ...
Views: 1596 - 5 Must Have Qualities for Business Consultants - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2017 from Ron SpencerThere is no doubt that every business needs a strong support system. It's not a job where you do your work, leave the office and let go of all responsibilities. To run a business successfully, one needs several factors to click. You might have great business acumen, but if you want your business ...
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