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- More Effective Communication with Children - Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Robert NajemyToday we are experiencing an ever-growing communication gap between parents, teachers and the children whom they are responsible for. Only through honest and sincere communication can we help our children to become honest, healthy and happy individuals. Some of the basic concepts of ...
Views: 4340(1 vote) - Stop Procrastination Now - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2003 from Kathy GatesHow long did it take you to realize the benefits of removing a splinter right away from your finger? As a child, removing that splinter seemed like an awful thing to do, but experience FINALLY taught us that if we leave it alone, it will only get infected, get worse, and be a whole lot harder ...
Views: 1451(1 vote) - Planning For Retirement - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Julie DonleyPeople have many different financial goals, but one they share in common is to be financially independent. I define that as the time when we conclude that our annual expenses can be covered for the rest of our lives without working any longer. Calculating your expenses over the next 25-40 years ...
Views: 1463(1 vote) - Building A Mutual Fund Portfolio - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julie DonleyWondering what to do and what time frame to do your investing in? Here are some ideas to assist you in your investments. Stick with stock funds. As long as you have five or more years until you need the money, stock funds will likely provide you with superior returns over any other ...
Views: 1445(1 vote) - Debt: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julie Donley“Neither a borrower, nor a lender be,” cautions Shakespeare in Hamlet. The reality is, most of us carry debt. From a money management standpoint, that is not necessarily bad. Sometimes debt is good. Sometimes it’s downright ugly. The key is to carry the right kind of debt, and not too much of ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - Say Yes to You - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julie DonleyHave you ever had anyone speak to you in a tone that made you feel uncomfortable? And yet, you said nothing. Have you ever done something for someone or with someone that you really didn’t want to do? And yet, you did it anyway, only to become resentful later. Every time you say nothing, every ...
Views: 1210(1 vote) - Embracing Change - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julie DonleyChange is often very difficult for people to accept and yet it’s happening every minute. The only thing certain is change. When you find that things are not as you want them to be in your life, it’s time to get comfortable with change. The Comfort Zone Change means many things to people. It ...
Views: 1192(1 vote) - Raising The Bar: Dealing With Negativity In The Workplace - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julie DonleyChallenge: I’m a new manager leading a team of sales professionals. One of my associates is very negative and does minimal work. While he meets quota, he could do so much more and his negativity impacts the other members of our team. He’s been with our company for a number of years and it seems ...
Views: 2439(1 vote) - A Simple Guide to Writing (and Giving) a Speech - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Hal WarfieldNearly as dreaded as snakes and spiders, public speaking ranks high in causing fear in many of us. Whether your motivation is a desire to learn or simple necessity, here is a really simple guide to writing and giving a speech. Your Topic: is this speech about something already know? Then take ...
Views: 1499(1 vote) - Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from RobertWhen most of us decide to do something about being overweight, we usually turn to some form of diet or exercise program, or derivatives thereof. When we fail to achieve long term weight loss, which is the almost universal result, we are left with no option but to blame ourselves for that ...
Views: 1671(2 votes) - Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from RobertWhen most of us decide to do something about being overweight, we usually turn to some form of diet or exercise program, or derivatives thereof. When we fail to achieve long term weight loss, which is the almost universal result, we are left with no option but to blame ourselves for that ...
Views: 1671(2 votes) - Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from RobertWhen most of us decide to do something about being overweight, we usually turn to some form of diet or exercise program, or derivatives thereof. When we fail to achieve long term weight loss, which is the almost universal result, we are left with no option but to blame ourselves for that ...
Views: 1671(2 votes) - The Restless Mind - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Remez SassonMost of our body's functions are unconscious activities. Our body breathes constantly, and we hardly pay this function any attention. The blood moves automatically through the veins, and we are hardly aware of its movement. So it is with many other bodily functions. Thinking seems also to be ...
Views: 2783(1 vote) - How to Survive Giving a "Tech Talk" - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julia PoulosAs William Shakespeare said, “All the worlds a stage and all the men and women are merely players.” Though spoken long ago, this thought is at the forefront of presentations in today corporate environment. Trying to communicate technical data and/or ideas is often a complicated process. As ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Lady Will Power ... It's Now or Never: An EQ Tale - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Susan DunnIf you’re familiar with the lyrics to “Lady Will Power,” by Gary Puckett and the Union Gap, you understand this woman is under some pressure. Just what is “will power”? In emotional intelligence language, we would call it Intentionality. Emotional intelligence means being able to understand ...
Views: 4329(1 vote) - Happiness vs. Peace - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Lisa HepnerIt’s a new year; traditionally, a time for reflecting on the past and preparing and planning for the upcoming year. Although, I have learned from reading The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle, that nothing is more important than the present moment. Tolle says that “True salvation is fulfillment, ...
Views: 1809(1 vote) - Get a Coach and Make Your Resolutions Happen This Year - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Susan DunnHow's your list of New Year's resolutions coming? Studies show that most people have already failed by the 15th of January. Has this happened to you? If so, you may have left out the prime ingredient for your success - a coach! Coaching is a new field. Until you've talked to someone who's ...
Views: 1447(2 votes) - Grandmother, What Big Eyes You Have: An EQ Tale - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Susan DunnWell, you know how the fairytale goes … Little Red Riding Hood heads out into the woods to see her grandmother. First she fails to notice the wolf when he approaches her in the woods, but goes gaily on her way. Then, when she arrives at her Grandmother’s house things look suspicious and she ...
Views: 1496(1 vote) - It's 'Cause I Have To, Mr. Elmer: An EQ Tale - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Susan DunnElmer builds roofs and runs construction crews. One afternoon he went fishing with one of his employees. Same bait, same hole, same fishing pole, but he was catching nothing, and his buddy was raking them in. “How come you’re catching all the fish?” Elmer asked. “It’s ‘cause I have to, Mr. ...
Views: 1581(1 vote) - The Top 10 Ways to Get Organized - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Susan DunnStudies show that most New Year’s resolutions are broken by January 15th. Getting organized is most people’s number one priority, yet it never seems to happen. Here are the top 10 ways to get organized. 1. Hire a coach. USA Weekend says: “Coaches help clients navigate their warp-speed lives ...
Views: 2916(1 vote) - Feng Shui with Style! Working with Your Element Type - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Stephanie RobertsWhen you begin to study feng shui, you quickly realize the importance of the qualities and characteristics of the five feng shui elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. This knowledge is essential to selecting appropriate colors, furnishings, and accessories for your home. You can also ...
Views: 2418(2 votes) - How to Improve Your Love Life with the Power of Feng Shui... Without Spending a Dime! - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Stephanie RobertsFENG shui (say "fung shway") is the art of creating a home environment that supports the life you wish to live. A key element of feng shui is creating a smooth flow of chi (positive energy) through your space. Chi likes to move through your home as though it were a gentle breeze or a meandering ...
Views: 1658(1 vote) - What A Greek Wedding Can Teach You About Reaching Your Dreams - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2003 from Josh HindsAnyone that has read my column knows well that I am a collector of success stories. I believe they are extremely important to us. Not to look in awe at others, but instead to gain strength from them and in turn apply their lessons to the challenges we face as we set out towards our ...
Views: 1674(1 vote) - Happy New year - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2003 from George AlexanderSo what have you planned for this year? Some people for some strange reason wait until a new year to give up a bad habit or to make an attempt at some self improvement. Why some people have to wait until a new year to set a goal is beyound me but all the same setting a goal is always a positive ...
Views: 1214(1 vote) - Marketing From The Inside Out - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2003 from John ColanziThe "Magic Bullet" seems to be what so many marketers are looking for. They want a secret technique or method to guarantee their success. I'll let you in on a secret. They're looking in the wrong direction. True success and prosperity start on the inside. It comes from within yourself, not ...
Views: 1712(2 votes) - Learning to Love Your Body - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2003 from Susie CortrightTwenty-four percent of women and 17 percent of men say they would give up more than three years of life to be thinner. That’s according to a poll conducted by Psychology Today magazine. At the same time, studies show that half of American women overestimate the size of their ...
Views: 1509(2 votes) - Express Yourself with Internet Articles - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2003 from Susan DunnSelf-expression is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. It helps you solidify your thoughts and feelings, gives you a chance to pass on the knowledge and wisdom only you have to give, and nourishes your creativity. Perhaps you’ve seen an article on the Internet and said, ...
Views: 1839(1 vote) - 10 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2003 from Susan DunnWhen Valentine’s Day comes around, I remember the year when I left a card shop, having mourned the fact I had no “honey” at the time, worried about whether I was spending too much or too little, whether I’d gotten it right or not, cursing Madison Avenue for the commercial thrust, and thinking of ...
Views: 1996(1 vote) - The Answers You Seek Lie Within You - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2003 from Jeff KellerLife would be much simpler if, when faced with a dilemma, we could easily consult with the ideal person or reference book and find the perfect solution. Unfortunately, it's seldom that easy. There are no books, courses or sages that can make fundamental life decisions for you, choices such as: ...
Views: 8893(1 vote) - Weight Mastery 101 - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2003 from Kathryn O'NeillThey're out there: a select group of people comprising maybe 5-10% of the population. You probably know a few. You may see them in restaurants or at work. You may socialize with them on occasion. You may even be married to one or best friends with another. Who are they? ...
Views: 1955(2 votes) - Five Practical Steps You Can Take Now For Peak Performance - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2003 from Shirley HansonWhen we heard personal and executive coach Jeannette Samanen, Ph.D. (of Valley Forge, PA) speak at a luncheon, we were attracted by her statement that "accessing your intuition leads to peak performance." "Could you tell us more about this connection, Jeannette?" we asked in a subsequent ...
Views: 1690(1 vote) - Finding A Little Adventure - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2003 from Deborah MartinI have had more than my share of exciting times and I’m grateful for every one of them. There was the time the bear came into camp at 11:00 p.m. and we listened to him consume two weeks worth of food for two people and a dog in only six hours. At 5:00 a.m., when it became obvious he had run out ...
Views: 1412(1 vote) - How to Have an Emotionally Intelligent Valentine's Day - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2003 from Susan DunnEvery time Valentine’s Day comes along, I think of the day before Valentine’s Day a couple of years when, as I was leaving the card and gift shop where I’d selected some Valentines, while cursing the materialism dictated to us by Madison Avenue that demanded the expression of feelings with ...
Views: 2394(1 vote) - The Cure - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2003 from Todd PuntolilloSeeking the Cure If I were given the power to cure just one ill that haunts mankind, I would pass up cancer, breeze by AIDS, and overlook heart disease because curing the malady I have in mind might just cure most of the others as a side effect. The cure I would seek would be the cure for ...
Views: 1505(1 vote) - Top 10 Traits of Highly Successful People - That You Can Learn! - by We have all read about people who are successful briefly. They win a gold medal, make a fortune, or star in one great movie and then disappear. Or, there are those like Marilyn Monroe and Howard Hughes who achieve extraordinary success, at the cost of their own lives. These examples do not ...
Views: 3837(1 vote) - What would you do if you could change your life right now? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2003 from Nicholas DixonHello everybody and a good day (or night !) to you all.My name is Nicholas Dixon and I am in my early twenties and I reside on the beautiful island of Jamaica.I work full time in a public library , but in my spare time I design and market websites.I personally think that it is fun to help my ...
Views: 1508(1 vote) - It's Late September, Maggie, and I Really Should Be Getting Back to School: An EQ Tale - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2003 from Susan DunnThe young man in this song, who lets Maggie keep him away from things he should be doing, is not practicing Intentionality. Intentionality is one of the higher level emotional intelligence skills. It means saying what you meaning what you say. Keeping your word, in other words, and doing ...
Views: 2199(1 vote) - Are you a wildflower? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2003 from David LeonhardtWildflowers grow from mere dust to reach their full potential. Wildflowers grow well, even in adverse soil conditions. Wildflowers don't require late nights at the office to grow. Wildflowers grow thick and stick together. Wildflowers grow strong and tall. Wildflowers display their brilliant ...
Views: 1738(1 vote) - Baby Boomers' Phased Retirement - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2003 from John AgnoA greater percentage of those over 55 are working today than a year ago. In part, because older workers are prized for their corporate experience, personal relationships and stability. "Any time you have an early retirement program and have to make it widely available, you chance losing key ...
Views: 2808(1 vote) - What Does an Innate Strength Look Like ? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2003 from Susan DunnMartin Seligman, Ph.D., noted Optimism researcher, who’s now studying Authentic Happiness, has proposed that one of the surest paths to happiness is to know your signature strengths and build your life around them, particularly if it’s in a way that has meaning to you. Management gurus, ...
Views: 1538(1 vote) - Going for that promotion - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2003 from Scott BoydSo you want a promotion then? Its has its benefits and its pitfalls. This article will look at some with these along with the methods you can use to successfully get that promotion! First of all, you need to decide what you want to do! There’s no sense in going for a promotion just for the ...
Views: 3039(1 vote) - Great Goals Make You Stretch! - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Fran BriggsI began enhancing my personal energy level three months shy of my 40th birthday and after 2 years of struggling with clinically-diagnosed depression. During this same period, I was challenged immensely by the debilitating effects of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and being rendered permanently ...
Views: 2011(1 vote) - Easy Resolutions - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Love Coach RinattaNew Year's Eve is the traditional time to make resolutions for the upcoming year. Most resolutions are about something we really, really want. Even if you are not the type who makes New Year's resolutions, notice that somewhere, quietly, in the back of your mind, you are probably making one ...
Views: 1673(1 vote) - A New Approach to New Year's Resolutions - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Stephanie RobertsThe New Year is traditionally a time to reflect on where we are in our lives and to think about improvements that we'd like to make. It seems obvious that the first step in choosing appropriate New Year's Resolutions should be to define specific goals for what we want to achieve in the coming ...
Views: 1337(1 vote) - Ten Tips For Setting (And Keeping) Life Changing Resolutions - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Antoinette (Toni) ColemanTen Tips For Setting (And Keeping) Life Changing Resolutions It’s time for that annual ritual of making (and breaking) our New Year’s resolutions. There is something about the idea of being able to start over that motivates us to pause (at least briefly) and reflect on our lives as they are, as ...
Views: 1751(1 vote) - "Old Agreements" from the Book Healing Shame and Addiction - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Paul RandakOLD AGREEMENTS I’ve been trying to make clear to you that the only worthwhile course of action, whether for a sorcerer or an average men is to restrict our involvement with self image, we must shatter our mirror of self-reflection. -Don Juan Matus When we look at the nature of addiction, ...
Views: 3418(1 vote) - Traits of Highly Intuitive People - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Susan DunnWant to be more intuitive? From an extensive study of intuitive people reported by Belleruth Naparstek in "Your Sixth Sense," this is what the highly intuitive person is likely to look like. 1. A woman over 40 with an advanced degree in one of the mental health professions. 2. Says she was ...
Views: 12259(3 votes) - Caution your job may be hazardous to your health! - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from William PoppenMost products or activities that are considered dangerous are labeled with a warning. Cigarette packages have a warning from the Surgeon General’s office. Stepladders have a warning that the top steps should be avoided. Likewise job contracts should be stamped with a statement that your job ...
Views: 1880(1 vote) - Exquisite & Working: A Recipe for Life - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Liz SumnerWhat if everything in your life was exquisite and working? What if you didn't tolerate anything that wasn't-- you fixed it, replaced it, or got rid of it. What if you only had around you things that pleased you? Everything else gets tossed, returned, or given away. I have a sense that putting ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - What is Qigong? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Martin EisenIs strenuous exercise necessary for health? No. Good physical condition is required for competing athletes and does not insure good health. A trained athlete can have cancer and die from a heart attack. Arnold Schwarzenegger needs to have a heart valve replaced. Strenuous exercise produces ...
Views: 2104(1 vote) - 6 Unique Stress Relievers - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Kathy ThompsonToo much driving, too much shopping, too much rushing around, running the kids around--family and work demands have you stressed out. There are many ways to help you control stress. Here are some unique methods I've collected. 1. Yell! But---be sure you are alone. The best place is ...
Views: 1678(3 votes) - Born Leaders - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from John AgnoYour natural talents are gifts at birth. You had nothing to do with them. However, you have a great deal to do with becoming aware of them and developing them into strengths. It is up to you to discover your natural signature talents and transform them through focus, practice and learning into ...
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