Empowerment Articles

I’m appreciating used things. I got a great gas barbecue on Freecycle; a practically new John Deere lawnmower for $50; a beautiful Le Creuset cast iron shelf from a friend’s basement, a lovely leather purse from the thrift shop. They feel like blessings. I get all the joy of something new plus an extra kick of getting it for nothing or practically so.nnI’m typing this on a computer I bought used that’s sitting on a desk I got at a yard sale. Come to think of it, I als

We often hear that people can be paralysed by fear. My ‘physical’ paralysis was one of the most enlightening experiences in my life. I’d just arrived in Fiji on my own to attend a seven day personal development course. The other thirty-nine participants and I were warmly welcomed and invited to share an exotic lunch of traditional Fijian dishes.

Does your painting business need some improvements? Do you need a new game plan to increase your earnings? Do you feel like things that should be getting done, don’t? Goals provide instant energy on tap. They bring order and structure to your life and business. If you aim at nothing you hit nothing. If you aim at the moon you may only hit a rock. But if you aim for the stars you will at least hit the moon. You may have heard or tried all this before and like me never have r

Drugs, alcohol, sex abuse, gang and domestic violence to name a few plague many of our communities. All of these are growing in some areas at an alarming rate. Although there is much talk about solutions, sticking together, reaching out, education and programs to assist in community awareness and development, I find it more effective to get right to the core of the problem. In my new book, The Reclining Master Awaken, “One Minute to Healthy Esteem” I address these all-imp

Has anyone ever asked you what you want and you fumble for words and freeze? As a business owner, does the idea of someone asking you what you do leave you feeling queasy? Is that because you can't clearly articulate what you want and/or what you really do? If that's the case chances are you ...

Do you know how to truly express yourself? Do you even know who you are? Do you know how people perceive you? Is who you are harmonious with how people view you? If not maybe you're not expressing yourself clearly. For how you express your goals and dreams, the choices you make, and the actions you take are a direct reflection of your personal leadership. So, how can you go about making sure you are expressing your true self and personal leadership at work and at home?

In Harold Kushner’s book "Living a Life That Matters," the author thoughtfully explores the questions – nn-How can we live a life where we know we are contributing to the well being of the world? nn-How can we really feel like we matter (to ourselves and to others)? nn(I’d say these questions ...

What’s up? I’m sure a lot. Probably doing some shopping, maybe a lil baking, wrapping up some year end work, wrapping gifts, prepping for a great start to 2012. Good stuff. Glad to hear. Hopefully though, you’re taking some time to enjoy and celebrate this season of Christmas and reflect on a couple of things. The first and most important point is, of course, the birth of Jesus Christ. The fact that God Himself took the form of man to leave His kingdom in heaven to come

Today, I wish you calmness and centered-ness, and also underlying excitement! I created some songs for you to get into thinking about how anything is possible for you! I hope you listen to and download these little songs. And I hope they remind you what a wonderful, creative being you are, and that each creative thing you do is magical, in it's own way. I really, really hope that this next week, you create your own song about how you're "moving forward," or "rakin' it in," or what ever most floats your boat!

Judge not and you would not be judged. To judge something is to make or form an opinion of something whether right or wrong. When you judge someone or something, you open yourself to be judged by another based on the measure of your judgment. It comes back to you like the reflection or image from a mirror. Do as a child does, merely observe.

Ever stopped to wonder why you have the talents that you do? The gifts and dreams you have were not embedded in your make up just for your own enjoyment. You were born for this time period on the earth to make a difference living your dream easily and effortlessly. Some things you do naturally while others struggle to do the same. That's because it's part of who you are; a part of your unique makeup. No one on earth is exactly like you. You are one of a kind. And with this knowledge, you are here for a divine purpose, whether or not you are aware of that.

Do you ever wonder what your life would be like if you had everything in place and everything was neat and organized? Do you cringe at what you’ve shoved behind your closet doors or packed in a drawer just to get it out of the way? Do you ever feel your environment is bogging you down but you don’t know where to start to change that? Take a minute to consider what clutter you have. I bet it falls into one of 3 categories. TRASH: You’d be surprised how much “junk” you have in your home that you don’t really want and neither does anyone else.

I hope your holiday season has gotten off to a beautiful start. For me, the holidays are my favorite time of year. I love the lights, traditions, celebrating with family and friends, and, of course, all the new Hallmark Christmas movies! Although we all know how the movies will end, there is something so heart-warming about being invited into these charming and magically decorated small towns where families sit around the kitchen table decorating Christmas cookies, helping th

Do you have a ton to do and have no idea where to start? Would you like to know with each step you take you're heading in the right direction? Would you like to narrow your "to do" list down to a few key items and let go of the rest? Would you like to work smarter, not harder? The questions ...

When people speak of the present moment, most will dismiss it from having any real value. After all, they think they’re always in the moment, as now is all any of us have. It’s the common theme amongst all animals and humans, we all share “now”. But how present and in ...

You went on another job interview today. It went OK, you guess. Nothing really dramatic happened. Your qualifications were right for the job, you'd brushed up on the latest "What to say when they ask you what your greatest strength/weakness is" and you felt you answered appropriately. But you ...

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.” You don’t want to imitate a favorite author, but you can learn a lot from him or her. Whether you create notes for plot and character development first or dive into writing your novel, you want to get as much written as possible in your first ...

There are two different types of people when it comes to learning about the Law of Attraction. There are those who will love to read anything on the Law of Attraction, regardless of who the material is written by. And then there are those who find a specific teacher who they resonate with and ...

It's easy to become overwhelmed with all the available self-help information. You might be surprised at how much you can benefit from asking yourself just a couple of questions! In fact, only two questions can really change your perspective and your life. Your answers will help you determine if you’re on track to reaching your goals and enable you to make an action plan that will get you there in record time. Ask yourself these two questions:

Getting good grades is obviously the topmost priority for most students in school and colleges. The surest way to fetch good grades is to produce quality assignments, essays and thesis. However, not all are adept at coming up with well-structured, meaningful and grammatically correct write-ups. Your writings are often not up to the mark and may be flooded with grammatical and spelling mistakes; it may even be illogical and incoherent; worse still, you may have unknowingly cop

The modern metal fabrication process is composed of a variety of techniques that promise quality returns; laser cutting stands out as one of the most interesting, as it’s adaptable, precise, and efficient, which make it quite compelling whether you are seeking help on a simple or complex fabrication project. metal laser cutter Keep the following quick tips in mind when you begin to plan your next laser cutting project:rnConsider Material Thickness and Type During the Design

I recently read an article that stated happiness was to be taught in universities as an experimental class. At first I couldn't believe what I was reading... that we now had to be taught happiness! Surely happiness comes from within oneself? Teaching happiness is like saying that you have no ...

If you are not willing to spend so much time shopping for appliances or furniture, you can just rent them. Some people often move due to work and other reasons. Buying furniture when you know it is a temporary place may not be the best idea. In our global world, the need to travel and explore new places sounds great. With the increase in remote working opportunities, you can find more people traveling around the world without going broke. If you visit a new place and you will

What is attitude? It is what you think, believe, feel, expect, act, in relation to yourself, life, people, and your goals. Attitude can be positive or it can be negative; it can be limiting or it can be expanding; if you have a positive attitude, you feel alive, well, loved, happy, liked, confident,… you feel good; if you have a negative attitude, you feel angry, resentful, fearful, depressed, anxious, hopeless,… you feel bad. Your feelings are your thermometer to your at

Many children grow up feeling pretty powerless. They think that they have no control over their own lives nor an ability to make a difference for someone else. It is important to the future of the planet that we alter that, and provide children a sense of their own power in a gently guided manner.

Spring Cleaning: For Your Head, Not Just Your Home By: Behnam Bakhshandeh February 10, 2003rn(Revised November 2019) Spring is here! That means cleaning our homes – but what about our heads? We clean, organize and beautify our homes; yet we clutter our heads – our most intimate space – with the emotional equivalents of trash, dust, and junk. We hold onto anger, resentment and frustration. Why do we make more effort to clean our physical spaces than our heads?

Is it possible to stay happy when it all kicks off? Can you remain positive and think happy things immediately after an argument? How can you stay happy when bad stuff happens? Trying to stay positive even when not so good stuff is happening appears like a massive challenge. It's actually ...

I have been focusing my energy in sharing EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) with as many people as I can. I believe that it is an incredible tool that helps people energetically dissolve issues that may have created stumbling blocks in their lives. I personally have worked with numerous people and have seen many miraculous results.nnRecently, Blair Mansur approached me at A Center for Spiritual Awakening in Mendocino, where my husband, Steve Ryals (author of Drunk with Wonder

Our lives are filled with lots of repetition and routine. It's common for many of us feel numb and bored from time to time. Perhaps you have asked yourself questions like these: Why has there been little change in my life over the past weeks or months? Why is it that I'm no longer excited by my relationship? Or, why to I now dread my child's birth when only a year ago I yearned for his/her arrival? Somewhere along the way we came to believe that happiness was a place we were

Habits – the things we do and say automatically, without thinking – are a very big part of our lives. They show up in our everyday activities (showering, driving, eating) … the way we talk (gestures, phrases, style) … even the way we think (self-talk, fears, judgments). We develop habits because they make life simple. They automate our behaviour so we can accomplish things without much attention or effort. Wouldn’t it be nice to “automate” some healthy habits of

Guess how many entrepreneurs first went and studied business at University? Hardly any at all that I personally or indirectly know of. Instead they got out there into the big wide world and learned for themselves on the job. I am not being down on education here; obviously it is extremely important, especially for specialist subjects like accountancy, medical professions or law. I have had many Uni graduates come along to see me with their business studies or psychology degr

There will always be a way for every bad situation and a solution for every problem. You may not get the answer right away, but it will arrive just in time. Maybe you needed to experience difficult things and bad situations in order to help you grow as a person. So when something fails or disappoints you, start all over again. When you are fired from a job…rnStart over again and find a better one. In all loses there is a better opportunity that awaits anyone. Find the situa

What might life look like if we held the belief that there are no mistakes? For some, this concept is, well, inconceivable. At first blush, it may even seem as though it excuses every thought, word, and action. Not really. A friend of mine once said, “I’m beginning to believe the only thing to ...

Nature can teach you valuable lessons. However, there is the personal work for you to do and lessons to learn that will help you grow in each area of your life. This often is the kind of work that many humans ignore, when caught up in the grind of daily life. In addition, to learn more and grow, you have to understand that living the life that you desire is a process. Think of it like growing a garden. You can’t plant the seeds, walk away, and expect it to grow and flourish without sunlight, water, a little weeding, and some loving care. Also, a garden doesn’t produce fruit ove ight.

One of the most misunderstood and misused words in our culture is Enlightenment. Often, it conjures up images of bearded men in saffron robes sitting in lotus position in some secluded temple or cave. For the average person, enlightenment seems to be something out of reach and an impractical goal, yet it is the most practical thing you can do. At its most fundamental meaning, enlightenment comes down to mastering three things: being self-aware in every moment, having a clear

It’s December, and most of us have at least one or two Holiday parties to attend. And yes, we love it–the atmosphere, the music, the lights and of course, the food! Food has become such an integral part of the Holiday season, and I have to admit, I like it. When else do you get to have pumpkin everything, and maybe lobster, and every cookie known to man, and stuffing and eggnog, and … and… and…

You are a perfect being, capable of being, doing and having anything that you can conceive. You are the creator of your own reality and the basis of this creative haven is the Law of Attraction. There are no boundaries or limitations as to what you are capable of, so why do we sometimes limit ...

The Mechanics of Changing Your Mindr Step 2- “Discover Passion” Passion drives creation. When you harness passion, you change your mind and your life. By passionately desiring change, almost magically, your psyche focuses your energy to create that change: find love, enjoy your job, like your family, discover fulfillment, improve your relationships, cultivate peace…

When something goes missing, do you lose your cool or move to Plan B? Saturday morning, I woke to find myself unable to access my email account. Any of you who actively use your email for professional and personal reasons might identify with what I might have felt at that moment. And when a ...

O.K. so you’ve made the commitment to yourself. You’ve finally decided that sharing all of your plans and goals with your friends and family members is just getting you a whole lot of “well intended” advice and not much more. But where do you begin? You’ve heard the terms; personal coach, ...

No matter how driven or goal-oriented you are, do you ever have trouble staying on track? Does your mind wander off or are you easily distracted by the phone, emails, the smell of snacks in the break room, or just about anything else like that? If you’re thinking that this applies to you, then ...

Do you know what you really want in life? Have you taken the time to really slow down long enough to take stock of just where you are and where you want to go? What do you think of your life as it is? As the years tick by and the roller coaster we call life continues on its nonstop ride it is easy to forget to take stock of what’s on the inside. It only makes sense. We do it for our financial well being. We do it for our health with regular visits to the doctor for checkups.

A dear friend was lamenting the state of the world these days, and indeed, the wars, shootings, political and legal wrangles are disturbing to those who want peace and prosperity for all. In addition to the natural disasters which seem constant: fires, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes. And yet, and yet . . . For every negative media blast there is somewhere on the planet a positive situation or event. An Uber driver sacrificing his day’s work (which he dearly needed) to help

There is a call going out from the Universe urging us to step forward into our dreams. It asks us to move outside our comfort levels and follow the path of our hearts. The yearning we all feel for more authentic lives; lives where we feel fulfilled- that is the siren song of the Universe. We ...

There are many experiences prove to me that there's powernlies in the sentence "Ask and you shall receive."nnWhenever I know someone is going overseas, I will notnhesitate to ask him to get me one or two bottles of Coca-ncola for my collection. You know what, they are more thannwilling to buy for me or even give me for free as gifts.nnI even went to the extent of asking for loans during myndifficult times! And of course, I managed to get what Inwanted.nnThe examples given her

Subconscious Spamr The Subconscious mind consists of a field of consciousness in which every impulse of thought that reaches the objective mind through any of the five senses, is classified and recorded, and from which thoughts may be recalled or withdrawn. Think of it as the email of your mind. If you don’t have an email program that filters out the spam, you will soon find your inbox inundated with it. The same is true of your Subconscious Mind. It works day and night, re