Empowerment Articles

The influential woman consists of an array of qualities that are not mistaken for anything other than influential. She is strong. She is confident. People take notice when she walks into the room. She commands the respect that she has earned. Every woman can be an influential woman. But it doesn't happen without effort on your part. Where do you start? How do you recognize influential traits?

To change your life, just let it go. The first two steps to let it go are to accept that it happened and to approve the benefits it's given you, see the previous articles in this Get Over It series. Acceptance and approval The first step, acceptance, is complete recognition of reality. You need to stop denying or pretending, and accept that it happened. Approval is the second step where you now recognize more about the situation. You can see the good it has brought you, even

Often times we fail to fully attract what we desire because of lack of concentrated focus. When you use the power of concentration, you become empowered from within to manifest your desires. Let's use this popular scientific experiment as an example. When you take a magnifying glass and a piece of paper allowing the energy of the sun to directly focus its rays through the lens onto the paper, what happens? Due to the concentrated focus of the heat from the sun, the paper begins to burn. The more you continue to focus the sun's energy, the more the paper burns.

Intro From Verity Yes, this newsletter is a little overdue! However it's because I've been uber sick over the last 4 weeks, get out the violins, poor me! I did get to the Toastmasters convention in WA and want to say a huge congrats to Ryan Gomez who came second in the International Speech final for District 73 - Ryan I know you'll be a major contender next year. Congratulations also to Marlene Sinclair in the humorous competition, I take my hat off to those who can be consistently funny.

A few years ago I was having dinner at a Hollywood restaurant with several of my husband's childhood friends-- one of whom was a movie producer who owned the restaurant, and another was some big deal in the music industry. I gave meaning and importance to their glamorous titles. I decided that they were better than me because they had money and celebrity. In that rarefied air I felt oversized, underdressed, and at the same time puny and invisible.nnI can still feel the outrag

When it comes to climbing the corporate ladder, women not only need to be on top of their game but they also need to watch their backs. As we all know, there are sour grapes in every bunch of people we work with. Some of these backstabbers try to either overtly or covertly sabotage you, especially if they see you constantly succeeding. And not all of them are your peers. They can be your bosses, too!

Be bold. I'm a kid and I'm bold. How about you? When did you stop being bold? What is the last truly bold thing you did? Here are some of the bold things I've done, so far: ??Learned to eat food . . . Learned to crawl . . . Learned to stand up . . . ?Learned to walk . . . Learned to talk You don't remember how hard it was to stand up or walk. It is bold and it takes time, effort, and a lot of falling down. But I did it, and you did it. It was non-optional behavior. Adults were doing it, and I was going to do it.

I live in an area where there a number of what can be described as the traditional family run corner store. From my perspective, the success and viability of the corner store business is totally dependent on good product, good service and convenience combined with great people working behind and in front of the counter. In recent years there has been a resurgence in the corner store business, mainly because many of us are now extremely time poor and need convenience when we s

Some photographs show Einstein holding a violin, an instrument he loved and studied but often found frustrating. It was piano that he played every day. He improvised as a form of relaxation, and said “when that appears to be going somewhere, I require the clear constructions of Bach to follow it through.” Improvisation is the most inventive musical expression, with a formal structure to which even Einstein surrendered. Creative freedom, in art and in life, requires those clea

Personal empowerment is seeking the solution rather than fixating on the problem. Personal empowerment is taking control of our own life, setting goals, and making positive choices. Personal empowerment is a collection of beliefs, actions and skills all working together to help you live a life that you design. “What is empowerment? It’s not something bestowed on you. Empowerment comes from within.” – Mark FellingrnAt a basic level, the term ’empowerment’ simply me

Personal power and a sense of purpose are at the foundation of real productivity. Having a sense of purpose that is compelling for you fuels personal power and passion. Personal power is not about ‘power over’ others. It is not even about always ‘being in control’ over the environment. Haven’t you noticed? We cannot always control the environment or what happens to us, so we surely cannot really control other people.

Imagine you are standing at the edge of a cliff. Deep inside you have a rising desire to jump. You know in your heart that if you could get to the other side of the canyon, there would be amazing gifts and rewards waiting for you. Gifts that would make your heart sing. You just know it. However, you are scared to take the leap. For one thing, you have never jumped so far before. For another thing, you don’t actually know for a fact that you will make it to the other side. So, do you take that leap to discover what you want in your heart?

There's a word I've been using a lot this year - POWER-FILLED. I know it doesn't exist in today's dictionaries but it's a word I started using in connection to the choices I, my colleagues, and clients make on a regular basis that CONFIRM the life we have said we want to create. To be FILLED ...

TV’s "The Donald" seems to have patented the line "You're fired!" but unfortunately, many people get fired from jobs and aren’t launched into national celebrity, and you might be next.nnYou might get:n• Cannedn• A Pink Slipn• Shown the door.n• Terminatedn• Let Gon• Downsizedn• Involuntarily separated.nnSynonyms that mean the same thing – you’re FIRED!nnGetting fired can be devastating, humiliating or traumatic.

Many people from a variety of different disciplines have talked about the importance of loving what you do for a living. Yet for many of us, the reality is quite different. Somewhere between our childhood dreams of achieving our ambitions and the practical realities of actually running a business, we lose our passion. We lose touch with the very thing that could lead us to success and instead find ourselves chasing the money, or simply settling for less and following the path of least resistance. If this is you, rest assured its never too late to fall back in love with your business.

The term “Resonate Leadership” reminds me of the ability it requires to play my piano skillfully. When I play the notes in harmony, it is soothing and harmonic. When played out of alignment and ignorantly, instead of music to my ears, it becomes unpleasant noise. This concept of “Resonance and Dissonance” is a good metaphor for skillful—or not—leadership and relationship skills. Feelings have a “vibe.” They are transmissible.

Perfectionism will reduce your personal power and effectiveness. I used to take pride in saying I was a “perfectionist” until I started to realize WHY I was a perfectionist. Truth was, I felt insecure and “making a mistake” pushed my “not good enough” button that I was doing my best to conceal. I was great at putting on a mask that appeared by most people’s account as smart, successful and competent.

Do you live with a difficult spouse? Are you in a difficult relationship? Is your child giving you 'grief'? How about that pesky neighbor of yours? Yes, the one that's always nosing into your 'business'? How are you dealing with these people? Do you feel like you'd rather go for a walk instead of dealing with their bickering, fault finding and all the other annoyances? Do you feel like you want to throw them out? We all have difficult situations that we have to deal with and overcome in our relationships with others, especially the ones we live with.

“I am, therefore I exist,” is a phrase affirming one’s existence as a being. It may be a simple phrase, but it says everything about the being saying them. It indicates a confidence not commonly found among other beings. But why do people need affirmation? Why do beings need to be affirmed? Is existence relative to one’s affirmation?

Happiness can be so fleeting for many because we have our priorities backwards. Many people connect their sense of self-worth with their career, with what they “do.” What you “do” is not the same as who you are. Now for many this statement will sound totally confusing. “Of course,” you may think, “I am what I do.” This is because since we were young children we’ve been conditioned to equate what we do and have with our worth.

Almost every living human being has a vision or dream of what he/she desires in life. I am sure that many of you, when you think of a vision, you imagine an apparition, a burning bush, a spirit of some sort, something celestial, or you think of a vision as an idea in your head that is "just" a ...

This is a tremendously powerful time of year -- a time when the universe is moving all of us in an exciting and positive direction, a time when everyone, whether they know it or not, is looking to complete the past and move into a new future. 2017 offers all of us a new beginning! We're excited to share with you Debbie Ford's 2012 New Year's Ritual (with a few updates) to support you in clearing out the past and opening up to a new future. This ritual is a great opportunity t

How we see ourselves is largely determined by how successful we feel we are. If we feel we keep "missing the boat" and can't seem to get anything right, then we are more likely to view ourselves negatively. But when we feel we have a handle on our lives and are accomplishing our goals, ... How we see ourselves is largely determined by how successful we feel we are. If we feel we keep "missing the boat" and can't seem to get anything right, then we are more likely to view ourselves negatively.

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 ...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-kno

1.What you "think" is ALWAYS anchored by a belief, value, or life experience that causes you to think like you do. 2.When words like "can't", "have to", "should", and "shouldn't" are present there's a strong belief being expressed. 3.How you view your possibilities is based on your ...

Do you realize how totally awesome you are! Yes, I’m talking to you. Many start along the path of self discovery and self improvement when they have become fed up with the life they’re living. In the beginning, focus is on career, raising a family, buying a house, fitting into roles you believe you should take on. All well and good, yet you begin to question the importance of all this.

So how's your 2008 coming along? In light of a discouraging economy spurred by the manipulation of fuel prices skyward by those currently allowed to be in control of the situation, I felt a great need to revisit the 2008 article posted just prior to January 1 of this year. So often it seems "year ahead" articles -- be they centered around economy, astrology, philosophy, or whatever -- mysteriously vanish as summer draws near. It's been my observation that these disappearing

As life gets faster and faster, workloads get bigger and longer. Many professionals - whether they work for an employer or for themselves - are finding that there are too many projects to do and not enough time to complete it all. Feeling the time crunch and not accomplishing everything that you ...

Do you look forward to tomorrow? Or would you rather hibe ate until your world changes? What about your mindset – do you seek short-term happiness or long-term contentment? Do you tackle life by carefully setting goals, planning how to get there, and thoroughly enjoying the ride?! Or is it the reassurance and need of that someone special? That someone who stimulates, will challenge you emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually; it is their special presence which makes you feel so good inside, wholesome, able to cope with your world.

When was the last time someone told you about something they wish to achieve? Whether they are looking at doing something big or doing something minor, there is an underlying reason for wanting to achieve that goal. At the end of the day, what most people seek is joy, fulfilment, pleasure, and a sense of achievement. One thing that I am very emphatic on is clarity. So, the next time you wish to do something which will give you joy, fulfilment, pleasure, and a sense of achievement, please gain clarity on four things in particular. And, here they are:

It has taken you years to create the mold that has become YOU. For the past 20, 30, 40 years through environment and life experiences you have evolved into the person you are today. Some of your personality characteristics have not always served you well. You have developed fears and limiting beliefs that keep you from doing the things you need to do or they guide you in poor decision making processes that limit your success. They effect your personal and professional life. Y

High-level productivity is a product of happiness—even in cows. There’s a lot of talk on the airwaves about innovation, productivity, employee engagement, and team building”…lots of talk. It’s really time for more action. I will say that I am seeing signs that people are finally realizing that we are “not in Kansas anymore,” as Dorothy said in the movie “The Wizard of Oz” when her house landed on the witch.

Emotional Intelligence is the mind of the heart, the right-brain in metaphoric terms. Realize that language has its limitations, and speaking in terms of the English language subtleties can be lost - such as having only one word for 'love'. When culture moved away from communicating with images, we also moved away from an appreciation of what the right-brain has to offer us as a human civilization. This is unfortunate, as our feelings are powerful influencers over the quality of our lives.

Life is all about the Story. Your journey is filled with experiences, both great and not so great. You have the power to choose how to tell your stories. How you write the stories in your book depend on how you perceive the events. YOU are the author of your Life Book, YOU can write it anyway you choose.

We all know the feeling. You have just set an exciting, compelling goal for yourself. Maybe the goal is to climb Machupichu or to create a new career or to begin dating again or to finally tell that less-than-supportive friend how she has hurt you. Whatever the goal is, it is something you know ...

As humans we like to hang on. We like to accumulate. It’s a part of our nature; it may even be a survival instinct dating back to prehistoric times of scarcity. Even our society places a value on accumulating, whether it’s material possessions, skills, knowledge or even relationships. Yet there is little mention of "letting go" in our modern world.

Abuse is the psychological, physical, sexual and spiritual violation of a spiritual being. All of creation is but an extension of the Divine Being who fills the expanse of the universe, the living entity that fills all things and is all things. All of creation comes from Source, is connected to Source and returns to Source, everything is one, there is in reality no other.

A writer, especially a new writer, is understandably excited and eager to get his/her manuscript to an agent for consideration or self-published. But, it’s imperative you submit writing that shows an agent there’s reason to be interested in you as a promising writer, or make certain it’s ready to self-publish. As a writer, you are attached to your manuscript—your baby. I get that. As someone who provides services for writers, I get attached too . . . because I care deeply about assisting clients to have better experiences as writers, with their first and subsequent manuscripts.

The depth of inherent experiences to be accessed directly from Source of Success is something that I am very proud to be associated with. I am not too proud however to except that I am now at a stage of my life where any changes in one’s career can be for some, catastrophic. Now don’t be alarmed by my use of such a word, I am only expressing what one individual said to me after being made laid off at ‘ZERO’ notice in mid-life. The ceiling on the world caved in for this long standing successful professional. Can you see where I am going with this? No? Ok, let me be clear.

On the One Hand -- And on the OthernMaking Decisions You Can Live Withnby Rebecca BrentsnnThe consequences of a bad decision can range from inconvenience, wasted time, embarrassment, and wasted money ... to the truly catastrophic -- the loss of something valuable and irreplaceable, even the loss of life itself. It's why people agonize over important decisions -- so much is riding on the right, or best, or most appropriate choice.nnThere are moral decisions (issues of right an

Are you…rnSick of feeling stuck?rnTired of talking about change that never seems to happen?rnFrustrated with feeling like you are never enough? Week after week I hear stories from people who just can't seem to get out of their own way. They are still talking about the same twenty pounds, caught in the same cash crisis, trying to find their passion, and searching for their soulmate. Although their excuses and rationalizations about why nothing is changing in their lives have

Are you listening? No, I’m not really talking about listening to others when they speak. I’m talking about connecting with yourself, your head with your heart and your source - the infinite being. Are you using all three levels of being? Picture three spheres connected vertically, a small one on top connected to larger one in the middle connected to the bottom one which is so large it’s dimensions are infinite. • The top sphere is your head, your conscious mind; which governs reason, logic & the 5 senses. Most decisions are made from this sphere.

Logic and vision aren’t enough; you need passion and ambition to be a great leader according to Leonard Lauder, Chairman Emeritus of The Estee Lauder Companies, Inc. His mother, Estee Lauder had passion and ambition. She took risks and her philosophy on life was “beauty is an attitude, there is no secret.” She was a woman with a mission, single-minded in the pursuit of her dream and believed that new generations want to buy their own brands ... they don't necessarily want to

From time to time, we all face some kind of a challenge which may make us wonder if we'll ever come through it. You can begin overcoming adversity and turn your adversity into positivity if you choose to look at your situation from a positive angle. 1) Decide and choose your desired outcome What is it you'd like the outcome of your situation to be? Stop and allow your mind to be free of worry and choose your desired results. 2) Fix your mind on your desired outcome Take the limitation off your mind. Don't allow despair and depression to set in.

Six Life Lessons I learned at the Gym 1. Cheating your way to your goal is totally acceptabler

I had a powerful conversation recently with my good friend Theo. I was telling him about some of the intense challenges I've been facing and my underlying fear that I simply can't handle all that is going on (and what I fear may unfold in the coming days, weeks, and months). Theo listened to me with empathy and compassion, and then said something simple, but profound. He said, "Mike, it's important to remember that you have more than all of this requires."

This year will be over in a matter of days. Then, 2014 begins. I would suggest that you take a long and hard look at 2013 (the year that it was, for you). While I realise that some people may say that the past is irrelevant, I strongly believe that the past can teach us a great deal. So, please look at 2013, and ask yourself the following questions: