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Have you ever had someone explain to you, coldly and logically, why your dream or vision is impossible, and can never come true? Well, I have. Most recently last week. As it happens, I had stopped focusing on my stress management programs during the last year, while I finished my book, The Confident Introvert, and developed programs based on it. But I went back to that topic and am now developing what I think will be a new, exciting, and very complete program, combining elements of stress and habit management that I don’t think have ever been combined in quite this way before.

Each and everyday in someway your competitive resolve is tested. Your response to that competition will affect not only you but others around you. Are you ready for that competition or for that matter do you even acknowledge that there will be competitive demands on you? As I said, today will ...

A few weeks ago, I took some time to evaluate where most of my clients come from and the two areas where I consistently receive highly qualified clients are referrals from happy clients and public speaking. It’s essential that you spend your valuable time doing the things that consistently bring you the clients that you love to work with. This week, I’m going to focus on public speaking as I get many questions from Smart Women on this topic.

Whether you are networking for business or for personal reasons, being an introvert can make the process painful. It doesn’t have to be. My interest in confidence and its opposite, social anxiety, came as the result of a painful end to a marriage in which I had become increasingly socially isolated. Finding that I had to seek new friends, I decided to go to join groups, such as alumnae groups, and go to meetings and events where I would meet people, only to find that this was very difficult.

BEDEVILMENTS (interesting word) Got this reading this morning, and the word bedevilment is one I have not seen in ages. So over to Mr. Webster. He says, "exasperating interference and trouble; a besetting with devils". The way he puts it, I know I have experienced it. Have you? The message: ...

Do You Understand Detachment? I’m off at 6 in the morning for golf, so an early blog! For years, I have heard about detachment, often loving detachment. As the child of an alcoholic who went on to be a practicing addict in several areas, it is not a term I understood, particularly with ...

Do you ever say, “Once I get or do [this thing], then I’ll take a break,” or something like that? This is a common theme for me. I had a long list of deadlines for last week, and I saw that I was putting off taking a break until they were done. When I made it through the list, the realization hit me that I was done. I took a few deep breaths, then I looked for the next thing to do. Then I stopped myself. I noticed my accomplishments.

It is estimated that reported earnings from the internet will be numbered by the trillions in the year 2005. Internet-based businesses such as virtual assistants, web development, retail, consulting and freelance services make up a large percentage of the money earned online, and there is still ...

Disce ing what is real and what-is-not is increasingly difficult as imaginary and reality blur around the edges. Take for example our media. In magazines and papers, photos that have not been edited, are few and far between. Virtually all celeb photos have been air-brushed, de-blemished and often ever-so-slightly slimmed down. Photos of events or products are cropped to emphasise the story they are telling. Body doubles are sometimes used in intimate, naked scenes in films. A

In life coaching, your coach simply wants the best for you. But your mind is not designed for change. Your mind is designed to keep things the same. Your mind is designed to keep things going in a similar direction, because your mind is designed to keep you safe. The problem is that when you make safe decisions, you are not changing. You are limiting yourself to experiences that will not lift you into the life of your dreams. The fabulous experiences you can experience will occur when you step outside of this safety zone.

Ever start something you didn't finish? Ever try to do it all yourself? Ever get impatient that something you wanted was taking too long? Of course you have.

Every man on earth is created for a purpose, which God expects him to fulfill within his life span. Unfortunately, many are kept in the dark as to what it is and how to live it. Many turned to that thing called job, but real life is about serving. Giving out what God put inside you to serve your generation produces deeds which acres in your heavenly bank account. These deeds or works are only realizable when you' take the bold step of discovering who you are - browsing into your non-existence.

Given that the economy is nowhere near as strong as it could be, more and more companies are looking at layoffs as an option that will help them to stay in business. No matter how great you are at your job, there is a risk of the company eliminating your position – and if that happens, it's ...

I would love to have your opinions, ideas and stories (books, people you know, reference materials, etc.) on actual examples of how to develop a successful business and infuse it with spiritual principles. What are spiritual principles when it comes to running an effective business in this day ...

The other day a client emailed me with an update and ended with "So thanks for the crappy assignment. It was great."

Do you find yourself wanting to do things but stopping and thinking, ‘I can’t do that.’ Or may be you wonder, ‘What will other people think?’ A lot of professionals believe that they aren’t smart, attractive, rich, or lucky enough to have the life they want. So they don’t pursue a promotion or look for a new job when they are unfulfilled and not making enough money. It’s natural to feel some anxiety around unknown situations and everyone has experienced fear. How do you handle new challenges in your life and career?

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“Overcoming Excuses” (Part One): You are two weeks into your new weight-loss program. You are following a well-balanced dietary plan and you are exercising more. Then one night, you feel a strong urge to polish off a bag of potato chips or a carton of ice cream. As you head for the kitchen, there is a debate going on in your head. What excuses will you make for cheating on your program?

I’ve said this many times before and I will repeat it many times again, it is my core belief and the essence of my philosophy. The relationship you have with your Self is the foundation for all the other relationships in your life. If you don’t have a strong, loving relationship with your Self, you will continue to experience struggle in other areas of your life. And when you do experiencing that struggle, the first place I will always encourage you to look is inside. You will find your guidance there.

Think of good nutrition as good medicine when you are dealing with stress. We all experience some form of stress every day; and how we handle it depends on our state of health. I like to think of my health as my bank account; health reserves that I can draw upon in times of stress. There are 3 main methods to deal with stress. They are nutrition, exercise and rest. For this article, I’ll focus on diet and nutrition. What you eat gives you energy and the more energy you have

The dictionary defines luck as "(chance as bestower of) good or ill fortune, fortuituous events affecting one's interests, person's apparent tendency to be (un)fortunate". "Phew," some of you will sigh with relief..."it's not my fault that I'm unlucky then, its all down to chance!" Well, let’s consider what chance is first.

I’ve been doing a lot of speaking recently to groups of job-seeking professionals, and predictably I tend to get questions about dealing with job interview anxiety. But if I get the chance to explore the issue more deeply with people, I often find that they’re not really interested in reducing their anxiety. Instead, they want to convince the interviewer they aren’t anxious.

We are always surrounded by unseen resources just waiting to support our every desire. I call it The Magic Behind The Curtain. It’s the Universe, our Spirit Guides, Angels, God, family and friends who have passed and many other energetic beings who are always available to help us on our journey.

When I suggest to addiction trained and mental health professionals that there may be more for a sober client to attain in life than sobriety through the successful completion of the 12-step program in AA, I receive various responses: 1. Looks of incomprehension;rn2. Questioning of my expertise and credentials in the addiction field;rn3. “You are full of it”;rn4. Tell us, please, we are tired of the same old; we have been sober for years and are still compelled to attend

By now, you’ve probably read the book or seen the very inspirational film “The Secret” which talks about how to manifest your dreams with the Law of Attraction. As inspiring as it is, though, the film doesn’t tell the whole story. As you may recall, the main message in the film is that your ...

Let's start with one of the basics for getting what you want. Do you know what you REALLY want? This may seem like a silly question, but I often find in working with clients that they don't know the true answer. We frequently spend much of lives our dreaming about the things we think we want, wishing that somehow, someway, we could manage to make them magically appear. I have to admit that I know firsthand what this is all about. I've had a picture of a Porsche 911 on my office wall for over 2 years now.

Do you know that you are Divine? What do I mean by that? I mean that you are a treasure to the world, that’s right, YOU are a treasure. You have come to Earth to fulfill a very specific purpose, something only you and you alone are here to do. You are unique and powerful. You have the power to be, do and have whatever it is that you desire. Maybe today you don’t quite feel this way. You could be struggling in some or all areas of your life. Have no fear for you are not alone. You are loved by a very powerful and positive life force-it’s called your higher self.

It’s become common in business literature to say that entrepreneurs who care about others tend to be more successful. Thus, say business authors, it will profit you to act like a caring person. Say “thank you,” smile, look into people’s left eye, let them do most of the talking, and so on. I think it’s true that people who are genuinely conce ed for others’ wellbeing make better entrepreneurs.

This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Life Coaching, the practice of assisting clients to determine and achieve personal goals. A coach will use a variety of methods, tailored to the client, to move through the process of setting and reaching goals. Bruce D Schneider is the Official Guide to Life Coaching .nn Total Life Coaching: 50+ Life Lessons, Skills, and Techniques to Enhance Your Practice...and Your Life is a valuable resource for people interest

A wellness coach is your ally, partner, and, at times, your conscience and accountability on your way to reaching the personal goals you've had for a long time, but have usually done little about. A coach is a partner who can support you to develop your life more intentionally and to assist you to remain in balance. Though not your boss or leader, a wellness coach is your personal navigator and sounding board, they are a partner and co-creator; someone who offers support and

Recovery Coach Shira- Thoughts on Relapse I think that recovery is not only a process, but unlike popular belief, definitely not a linear one. Statistically speaking, relapse, or at least a 'lapse,' (and yes I do believe there is a difference) is almost a guarantee for about 80% of the population. I don't think that it is is a failure on the part of the person, but a time to allow oneself to reassess, to contemplate and to realize all of the progress one has been able to achieve.

1. Learn from your setbacksr We all experience disappointments and setbacks from time to time, and it is human nature to become discouraged at those times. But, you can turn setbacks into positive experiences if you view them as learning curves. Meet your challenges head-on, and focus on the outcome - not the obstacles. I like the cliché which is currently doing the rounds, namely ‘don’t make disappointment or failure your permanent address’. Wise words, methinks. 2.

In a recent blog post entitled The Secret to Happiness, I touch upon the concept of Subjective Well Being, or SWB for short. Subjective well being refers to an individual’s current evaluation of his or her happiness. It includes: • The sense of satisfaction one feels with one’s life, both in ...

I would like to help you discover new love today. Heightening self-love is the ideal pathway to loving others more. I am sure you have heard the phrase “You can’t give away what you don’t possess.” If you can increase the love you feel for yourself to a very high level, you will magnetically attract others who will match that feeling, in other words, they will be guided to loving you as well.

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There is a wonderful paradox in coaching regarding professional knowledge: professional coaches maintain that they don’t need a deep understanding of the clients topic or area that their clients work in; at the same time, coaches have a thirst for knowledge and continuously broaden their skills. Actually it’s not really a paradox: excellent listening, questioning and core coaching skills go a long way and are often all that’s needed; many coaches seem to love learning.

If you've been following me for awhile, you know that one of my top business building tools is creating relationships and connections with your ideal client and potential referral sources. Follow-up is the binding agent or the glue that strengthens the bond you have with these people. The good news is with today's technology, there are low-cost to no-cost ways to keep the communication and visibility flowing easily. Here are my five smart solutions for follow-up that get you the results you want:

My son Jack recently joined Cub Scouts here in our community. His "den" leader is an older man, sort of a grandfather type who is very wise and shares some interesting information with the boys (did you know that if you're in need of the police, you should dial 311 and not 411?). When a boy becomes a Cub Scout, he receives a book about what it means to take on this role. An early part of the book is about following a "set of values." They encourage the boys to know, commit, and practice these values.

In literature on changing careers or starting a business, one theme you’ll often hear is that the key product you’re selling is yourself, and that you need to fully believe in yourself if you want others to be interested in what you have to offer. If you’re not confident in your ability to run ...

What immediately comes to mind when you think of rewarding or pampering yourself? Let’s say you’ve been under a lot of pressure and you realize you must find a release. I asked a client recently what she would do if she took time to pamper herself, and she didn’t know. She hadn’t thought about it in a long time. She was too busy taking care of everyone and everything around her. In talking to overly-stressed clients over the years, I have found that, when they finally realize they can, or should, relax, the first things that come to mind are often:

When I look at this economic crisis, I see that people are losing the one thing that always made them feel safe and that is their security. One feels secure when they know that, what they have in their possession will not be lost such as their job, their home, their car and their bank account. But, what happens when a

“Your experience need not be first hand, to glean monumental inroads to learning, success and leadership. It’s about taking mental notes, fierce planning, loss of fear and simply executing.” – Tara Correll tips for success: the tried + the true… In no particular order. Proximity = speed: Seek out life mentors and draw from their wisdom. Study the habits that have led them to success: how do they do what they do? What makes what they do so seemingly effortless? Ultimately, with the right tools, hard work + habits, you will achieve your goals more expeditiously.

Willpower will be one of your most trusted companions and counted on to help you during your life optimization journey. To be successful it is important that you train and nurture your willpower. Willpower is the muscle that allows you to look beyond short term pleasures that will ultimately hurt your life optimization journey.

I’ve had the good fortune this past couple of weeks to spend a lot of time at the local rec centre. There is a great swimming pool, hot tub, steam room, and I’ve enjoyed some time with my grandkids and with my daughter. All of this forms part of my physio therapy. But I’ve had ...

Is there some area of your life that could stand a little more organization, structure, or system to make it flow more easily? Are you stumped or intimidated when you think about doing something about it? Over the past few months I’ve helped many clients create structures and systems for their lives and businesses. It’s perfect for the non-system-y people. Creatives. Right-brainers. Fly-by-the-seat-of-their-pants kind of folk. And it’s been fun, too. I’ve found five key questions to help my clients create the structure that works for them.

Do you have a resolution for 2010? Now that we’re half-way through February, how’s your resolution going? My two 2010 resolutions are “listen” and “allow.” For me, resolutions are not about a hard, fast, painful commitment to change. Rather, they are like a light that shines on my life to help me find a new way. I’ve noticed a few slip-ups on my resolution, yet I believe it’s perfect.

Last week, my husband Greg and I went mobile phone shopping. I had one of those flip phones that allows you to make phone calls and that’s about it. I couldn’t email anyone or look up anything on the web. I really needed a better way to stay connected! I’ve been with the same mobile phone company for 9 years. Hard to believe, right? I’m slow to commit but once I do, loyal to the end! So the first place I went was to my current carrier’s store to see what they had to offer.

Yesterday was a great day! Not that all days are great in one way or another, yesterday brought an inner smile. I’ve been baking cookies for my grandso Bryce and his classmates since first grade. He’s now in fifth. Every Friday I’ve watched his eyes light up as I appeared with another batch ...

Today, no one disputes the fact that the job market is very tight. Gone are the days when jobs were plentiful and opportunities practically dropped into a person’s lap. Now, it is the ambitious individual, with a tenacious proactive approach, that lands the coveted position. In fact, finding a job through cold calling is a classic example of making opportunities happen. Cold Calling Career Tips

STEP ONE Doing something new or something we find difficult, can release a stream of thoughts that stop us from asking for that raise, speaking-up for ourselves; asking for a date, finishing that business plan, and so on. Typical self-critical thoughts include: I am no good at...; I'd better not rock the boat; I don't have enough money/time/contacts to do...; People will think badly of me if things go wrong; I don't know enough about ...; I'm too <insert your own word here> to succeed; If a problems occur, I won't know how to handle them.