Empowerment Articles

Who doesn't procrastinate from time to time? Most of us are guilty of putting off tasks like filing our taxes, cleaning the closets, calling the doctor for a check-up, or even sending out a monthly newsletter … like me ; ).

Your self-esteem is probably the most important part of your personality. It precedes and predicts your performance in almost everything you do. It is the energy source or the reactor core of your personality, and how much self-esteem you have determines your levels of vitality, enthusiasm and ...

Reconstructing Your Story Whether you realize it or not, the meaning you give to your experience is what eventually becomes your very own life-story. It is the creation of meaning that is the very movement within that story. This movement of meaning also creates its own momentum because it generates more from what it already is…. This is why it is up to us to practice conscious discernment regarding how and what we decide on as important, unimportant, valuable or inconseque

A Series of Articles on the Quantum Theory of Mind and Soul Evolution "The dogmas of the quiet past are inadequate to the stormy present" Abraham Lincoln The Quantum Hologram A BBC Programme I watched recently began: “There is a strange and mysterious world surrounding us. For most of the time it’s hidden from our senses.” So began the narrator on a BBC Horizon programme. He went on to say... “The quest to explain the nature of reality is one of the great scientific detective stories.”

It is important to note that the Law of Attraction operates on an energetic level. For instance, two smiling people who look bright and cheery on the surface won’t necessarily be drawn to each other because it is the Energy behind the smiles that is important. So, if one smiley person is ...

As I lie restless in a cold room, I can smell a strong sweet and sour nauseous scent. There are noisy electrical machines attached to my body, a long tube jammed down my throat, and fluids are being transfused into the veins of both of my arms. I wonder, “Where am I and what are they trying to do to me?”r

We can teach others how to treat us, but others also reflect to us how we treat ourselves (self-value), which is often a more subtle dynamic. Do you see how this creates a loop? Let’s bypass childhood and more extreme scenarios, as both of those are different conversations. Let’s consider you’re an adult living a non-extreme life.

I’m sure that most of you, if not all of you reading this article know that love feels good, so much better than fear. And I imagine you know that there are only two emotions in the world – love and fear. Every feeling we experience originates from these two emotions. Both are powerful and steer your life according to the foundation upon which you build each thought and word – from love or fear.

Do you remember when you learned to drive a car or ride a bicycle? At first, it seemed like a difficult task. You had to learn the basic procedures, requirements and theory. Then, you needed to apply what you learned to practical application. No matter how much you knew about driving or riding, you still had to put that knowledge into practical use, and apply the feeling part of it; that's the point where knowledge meets senses, and together, they give you the ability to maneuver the vehicle or the bicycle. You were focused and absorbed by the learning process.

Have you ever found yourself without much energy to do your daily routines? Do you feel lethargic and not “in the mood” to do much of anything? Instead you’d prefer it if you could relax with a good book or just watch a film and lay out on your couch? Instead of fighting ...

The old saying “ignorance is bliss” stems from a poem by Thomas Gray and suggests that if you are happiest being ignorant, then just stay ignorant. I beg to differ. There is a lot of pain and effort involved in ignoring information that might challenge our habits and behaviours. If you have ever walked with a little prick in your shoe, ignoring the discomfort, you know what I am talking about. Soon, the only thing you can think about is the discomfort you feel. Once you t

Fast paced life constantly under pressure? "I can't do it all to please everyone!" "There's not enough hours in the day." "I'm racing against the clock." These are but a few of the comments we utter in our stressed-out fast-paced life. Its true, even though we now have all kinds of products and services to make our lives easier it seems like its anything but easy. We feel as frazzled as a rattlesnake flipping' around on PCP.

One out of many facts about our mind is that: In contrast to rationalists, empiricists, such as Aristotle, John Locke, and David Hume, believes that the mind gains knowledge from experience. Our mind is according to mere definition “The element of a person that enables them to be aware of the world and their experiences, to think, and to feel; then goes on.” And life that has magic insight and all it is yielding to is to use our mind to think to feel and to be aware of the world around us, but how many have come within grasp of understanding the use of the basic tool.r

There comes a time in our lives when things start taking an upward spiral as we get into a rhythm after having created our own winning formula to deal with the ebb and flow of life. There are many ways to play the game of life. However, the article below highlights the traits of the successful v/s the extraordinary approaches. Now, this is where the extraordinary people set themselves apart. The successful approach deals with a ‘play it safe’ or take an occasional risk them

When you read the article title, does it rev you up or make you want to crawl back under the covers? Let’s look at what it means and go from there. The dictionary offers several meanings for the word bold, not all of them nice. One of its definitions is fearless. There’s a difference between ...

At some point in our lives, we are all gripped with a crippling fear. Some will not admit it, but most people will. This crippling fear is that of failure. This fear is so appalling that it stops the majority of people from even taking the beginning step. They make comments like, 'What if I start a business and make a loss? What if I follow my passion of sports and fail? What if I up skill myself miss out when applying for the higher position that has come available in my company? What if I invest in myself now and don't reap instant financial rewards?

In early March of 2011, I was sitting in my car in the parking lot of the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Half Moon Bay, Califo ia, where I was scheduled to speak later that morning. Although it was a pretty big event, I wasn't feeling all that nervous about it-I had other things on my mind. I called one of my best friends, Theo, to reach out for his support.

I recently gave a TEDx talk in which I reflected on what I've seen and learned over the past fifteen years - researching, writing, and speaking about essential human experiences in the workplace. As I addressed in this talk, I believe that for us to thrive professionally, especially in today's world, we must be willing bring our whole selves to the work that we do. And, for the groups, teams, and organizations that we're a part of to truly succeed, it's essential to create an environment where people feel safe to bring all of who they are to work.

I never thought too much about the definition of the word stress until I began writing this article. The first definition has to do with importance being attached to a thing, i.e. "She stressed good manners in her household." The way we tend to think about the word stress these days is in relation to pressure. Fifth definition - the physical pressure, pull, or other force exerted on one thing by another; strain. Are you feeling pushed or pulled as if another force is being exerted upon you? Are you feeling frazzled (weary, tired, a remnant or thread)?

You were born with a personal guidance system set to always lead you in the direction of your dreams, what your heart calls you to become. This internal GPS is your intuition, the voice of your Higher Self, your Inner Being or what I playfully call the Wizard Within. Wizards are alchemists, after all. They know how to turn dreams into reality.

The Single Most Important Reason You Are Not as Effective as You Can Be! I work with clients daily to clarify their efforts toward success and to see what is hobbling them in that process. After over twenty years of this I see over and over again how some form of self-judgment and self-criticism is the major culprit. I see how it establishes self-doubt, stops possible solutions from developing, and diminishes the vision and energy of what could be. It keeps many people withi

You probably know what it takes to live a healthy life, right? Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly, take vitamins – maybe add in some fish oil for cardiovascular health. Make sure you get enough protein, carbohydrates, and lean fats. Fortunately for many, healthy eating and exercise have become more and more a way of life. You know the list of do’s and don’ts to keep your body strong and fit.

How many parents don’t care about their child’s ability to succeed and excel in life? Very few, I think. Isn’t it our goal as parents to bring up our child with the values, beliefs and self-esteem they need in order to enable them to meet life’s challenges successfully and with confidence? Yet how many parents worry that their child may not have the skills and tools necessary to accomplish these goals?

You’re Right!: Thinking the Right Way to Your Greatness! By: Myles W. Miller “Whether you think you can or you can’t, you’re right.”rn- Henry Ford One day, I was listening to an audio book by renowned success teacher, Brian Tracy. He made a profound assertion about the thoughts that we think that has had an impact everything that I do now. Mr. Tracy said that, “we become what we think about most of the time.” After much debate, long deliberation and cautious execution, I accepted this statement as the truth. Let me show you how I came to this conclusion.

As Awakening Leaders in these ever-changing turbulent times, it is important to check-in periodically and evaluate your situation. When was the last time you took a look at the various aspects of your life to see how your choices are creating your reality? Is everything going smoothly or are there any minor refinements or major adjustments that are calling for your attention in your personal life, physical health, finances, profession, partnerships, and family or community re

Baby Boomer women are starting businesses in record numbers. There are three main reasons: flexible lifestyle, income, and personal passion. Many baby boomer women want to take these businesses into their retirement - early or otherwise. Women over 50 are looking for a personal and professional outlet for their time and energy. They are looking for some structure but not the 9-5 work commitment. Been there, done that. They are not thinking about golf, tennis, or shopping 24/7. There is so much more to boomer women. They have a lot to offer and they are ready to go into business.

Let'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 though, failure is seen by many in a negative context. Not many people like the idea of thinking of themselves as failures or having had to experience failure in an aspect on their life. But, I have to bring to your attention one of the very few guarantees we will all have in life.

5 Powerful Mind Success Strategies Building a business is a fantastic and challenging experience. You can wake up exhilarated to begin your day and go to bed feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. The key to success is to maintain a positive, yes you can do it, mindset. Easier said than done, right? Here are 5 keys to help you create and sustain a positive mindset so you attain the success you desire. 1. Surround yourself with successful and positive people. The influence peo

Are you a life coach (or not) who toys with the idea of writing articles, e-books, and/or books? Don’t let a block stop you from making a difference; someone is waiting to hear from you. Imagine receiving emails that say something like “I had a breakthrough when I read your article.” (from a reader) “Your articles are so good I have difficulty choosing which one to use.” (from the editor of a monthly newsletter) “I recently re-read your book and had a major shift about a life-long issue.

You're angry. Royally pissed off some, or most, of the time. You were not supposed to be divorced. Especially not at this age - after everything you've been through. You're knocked on your ass, want to get up and move on but can't. Why? Because you've fallen into the deep divorce drama ditch. And its hard to climb out - especially when you unknowingly keep digging deeper and deeper. How? For protection, you've hidden your heart away and your head is running amok spewing babblecrap back atcha. There's hurt all around. Hurt people, hurt people. Including themselves.

1. Ask Yourself: What Do I Want? To know what you want is the first step for you to get it. If you don’t know what you want, how are you supposed to get it? Many people know what they don’t want, but that does not help them to get what they do want.nn Walking through life with a clear understanding of what you don’t want is not sufficient to empower yourself. It is like going shopping with a list of items you don’t want to purchase. It can help to keep you away from t

Fear is defined as a distressing emotion. It’s aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc. It doesn’t matter if the threat to us is real or imagined; that feeling is real! When those feelings are imagined, we stir them up with our thoughts. We can shift those thoughts and choose to focus on others, even conjure up pleasant memories to influence our emotions. I’m not suggesting ignore your feelings. They are strong indices of how things are and how you are. Acknowledge them; pay attention to them and learn from them. Often, strong feelings can be predictors of what’s to come.

Are you someone who avoids public speaking? Giving a presentation doesn’t have to be stressful and won’t age you. You can learn how to be savvy every time you talk to a crowd or at a business meeting. If you follow a few basic principles, public speaking can be satisfying and upbeat. And the ...

Most people attribute success to luck. Though I agree that there is always an element of luck involved, I am a believe that success is more of a science rather than luck alone. In many cases, what ever it is you are striving for, it has been accomplished by someone before you in some way, shape or form. This makes success more than just an element of luck. Over the years with all my travels around the world, I've been fortunate to get to know, rub shoulders and coach people from all walks of life, from CEO's to students, from Olympic athletes to Guinness World Record holders.

Energy-Wise, Are You a Cheetah or a Tortoise? Christine-Anne Platel, Life Coach and Certified Metabolic Typing Adviser ENERGY-WISE, ARE YOU A CHEETAH OR A TORTOISE? ARE YOU TIRED ALL THE TIME? DOES YOUR WEIGHT FLUCTUATE? DO YOU HAVE FOOD CRAVINGS AND FEEL WORSE AFTER EATING? DO YOU STILL FEEL HUNGRY AFTER EATING? ARE YOUR EMOTIONS MANAGEABLE, OR ERRATIC? DO YOU OFTEN GET IRRITABLE OR ANGRY? CREATE BALANCE IN YOUR LIFE

That's what A Winning Mind would do. After all, what's the worst that can happen? You fail! While most people focus on the risk they are taking, A Winning Mind focuses on the end reward--what their actions could bring them. Everything else is a process to get to the end reward that they have in mind. If you do nothing, you get nothing. When you give something a go, you have a shot at Winning. Not acting on your goals won't give you an reward at all. That's a hundred percent guarantee. At least when you give something a go, you have a fifty-fifty chance of winning.

We all have had differences of opinion in our lives. But what happens when someone makes a comment that offends you? Or when you have a different way of handling a situation? Or worse, someone you care about is mad at you and they withhold communication? In dealing with this type of situation your immediate reaction may be to turn your back on it. Ignore it, and the feelings might go away. Or you could decide to defend your position, and lash back in dispute. Either way, you end up with feelings of rejection, resentment, and most probably anger.

The Law of Attraction (hereafter referred to as LoA for brevity) is one of the most popular topics in personal development, and there is no end in sight to the growing popularity of what its proponents call an unfailing Universal Law. If LoA exists, then like gravity, ignoring it would be foolish and counterproductive if leading an abundant, prosperous life is your goal.

It was January, 2003… the beginning of a whole new life for me. A few months earlier, my thriving business of eight years had abruptly changed course, seemingly out of my control. Within a period of twelve weeks, my business, and my life, as I had known it was over. For some reason ...

I See You...a Timeless and Powerful Message In the movie, Avatar, released in 2009, the Navi greet each other with the words, "I see you" expressed in their native tongue. This simple phrase translates into a more profound message of mutual respect and regard for one another as if you are saying "I recognize the value in you." This same timeless message has been shared many times throughout history with the promise of great power for any who might embrace it, and for good reason. It is the message of equality, unconditional love, and human/civil rights.

Are your family travels a time of togethe ess, discovery, and fun? Or, do your children play with electronic gadgets and plug in their headphones? Does their cell phone look like part of their hand because they text so much? You can easily turn this around by using a family travel jou al. It opens the door to connecting family members and creating lifetime memories. Try this for an approach: tell your kids that everyone will have their own section in the travel jou al. Are you shuddering just thinking about their reaction? Will your kids groan?

The Law of Attraction is the latest buzz phrase! It literally is beginning to have a celebrity status because of the media exposure it’s receiving. It’s everywhere and it’s about time! Here’s why: All living things on this planet operate through the law of attraction. We as humans simply have ...

Activities we usually name as time wasters are too much TV viewing, daydreaming, or anything that isn’t a productive use of minutes and hours. Here are a few more to consider. Gossip. What’s the point, really? Conveying needed information to the appropriate person or people is useful, but negative gossip is a misuse of time and energy; and as Gandhi said, a form of violence. Each of us does the best we believe we can to make our way through our lives and challenges even if others don’t see it that way.

I'm a world-class violin player. I make hundreds of thousands of dollars each year playing in public shows that get massive audiences and rave reviews. I stay in the finest hotels, hob-knob with some of by far the most talented folks on the planet and I'm frequently asked to play solo on soundtracks for smash hit A-list movies. I owe all of these achievements to neuro linguistic programming. At one time, not so very long ago, I had such terrible stage fear that I'd just free

I am not talking about crass materialism or consumerism, nor am I talking about better living through greed. Rather, I am talking about a psychological stance that you take toward your “own” life. “Own”, used as a transitive verb means to have or hold a property or to have power or mastery over. It is that latter sense in which I am using the word. When you were a baby, your parents may have felt that they “owned” you. After all, they bred and bore you or, if you were adopt

I have been so excited and inspired by this year's baseball post-season and the big World Series victory by the San Francisco Giants. As a Bay Area native, a lifelong baseball fan, and someone who has been fortunate enough to have the Giants as a client this year, of course I was rooting for them with passion. The fact that the Giants had not won a World Series since moving from New York to San Francisco (in 1958) and that we haven't had a major sport championship here in the Bay Area since the 49ers won the Super Bowl in 1994, made it that much more exciting and meaningful.

How often do you not say or do something because you’re worried about how it’ll be perceived? For most of us, myself included, this happens more often then we’d like to admit. We live in a culture that is starving for authenticity. We want our leaders, our co-workers, our family members, our ...

Integrative Perspectivesr Releasing the Inner Magician (RIM™): Awakening the Unconscious for Insight and Healingr Deborah L. Sandella, PhD, Deborah Sandella, PhD, RN, is an author, international seminar leader, and transformational coach in Denver, CO. “No journey carries one far unless, as it extends into the world around us, it goes an equal distance into the world within us.” Lillian Smith (1994)