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- It's That Time Of Year - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Laura YoungThe last two months of the year usually finds us in a frantic state of shopping, decorating, cooking and traveling, so is it any wonder we are more stressed than cheerful. Having so many "to do" lists, we are wound up and too exhausted to enjoy that which normally makes us happy, as in ...
Views: 8939(3 votes) - It’s Never Too Late - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Have you ever had one of those days where you think, “I wish I knew how to do this, or I wish I would have gone there, or I wish I would have tried doing that?” Whether it is something like rock climbing, or learning a language, or getting a degree, it is never too late to do it. If there is ...
Views: 1765(1 vote) - Know What You Want! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxIt all has to match if you want to live a happy life! In my experience as a workshop facilitator, speaker and coach, over the past 25 years, this is the question that gets me the most blank stares from people! Geez, most of us don't even know what we want for supper tonight, let alone what we ...
Views: 1238(2 votes) - Law of Attraction 101 - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Robert PetermanThe Law of Attraction is a relatively simple concept. What you focus on expands, and like things will always attract other alike things. That one sentence tells you all you really need to know about the Law of Attraction. However, knowing what the LOA is and actually using the LOA in your daily ...
Views: 1540(2 votes) - Leadership and Management Are Opposites - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2009 from Kevin BurnsLog into any business networking site, like LinkedIn or Ryze, and almost daily will you see someone asking a question attempting to determine the difference between Leadership and Management. What are really interesting are the people who are asking: people in management or leadership positions. ...
Views: 1619(2 votes) - Learn to Love Yourself So You Can Attract Others - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Royane RealMany lonely people have trouble making friends because they have low self esteem and because they have never developed good social skills. When people don’t think very much of themselves, they have a hard time making friends with other people. When people don’t like themselves, they are ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - Learning the Lesson - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Timothy MeadLearn the lesson! How many times have you been told to learn the lesson? How many times have you offered this advice to others? The questions follow, “What lesson?” and “How do I learn it?” First some background: All life forms are symbiont beings. The physical shell is a vehicle which ...
Views: 1086(1 vote) - Lessons From a Balloon Ride - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaI knew I had made a breakthrough in my positive attitude when I went for my first hot air balloon ride. We had been told several weeks ago that my husband and I had been chosen to accompany his mother on the ride to spread his cousin ashes over the family farm. I was so excited I could hardly ...
Views: 1322(3 votes) - Letting Go and Letting God - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Luminita SaviucDo you believe that something or someone out there can supply all your needs and all your desires? Can you trust the source, the universe, God, Buddha or however you choose the infinite intelligence that created us all? I realized that when I stress myself over things, over people, when I ...
Views: 2075(1 vote) - Life Lessons my Grand mother taught me! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Justin HansenWhen I was younger my Grandmother had these amazing plaques all over the walls in her hallway, basement and bathroom. They were always full of cute little one line quotes or sayings that were either funny or inspirational in some way. She also had tons of nick-knacks and cute pictures of ...
Views: 1888(1 vote) - Life Work Balance - Change Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2010 from Bruno GrezzoLet's face it, your life is one big mess. You just can't get life work balance in order that you wish, one more fact is - there is no one to blame but yourself! I know how it may sound to you, but you need to accept this as a fact if you really want to make cardinal changes in life, something ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - Little Victories Attitude Management Tool - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Roger SeipIf you want to grow as a person, professionally or personally, you must overcome some barriers to growth. One barrier to growth I have seen hold people back, time and time again, is an unwillingness to take decisive action. The Solution? You must be willing to take decisive action! Take ...
Views: 1811(6 votes) - Living On Your Own: Is the Timing Right? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Jonathan SparksThink about it, living on your own can give a great sense of freedom and certainty, however the cost might be prohibitive. In fact, it could be more expensive than you predict. Usually when a young person prepares to leave the comfort and guidance of their parents household, they do it with out ...
Views: 935(2 votes) - Looking Beyond One's Physical Appearance to Find Their Inner Beauty - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2010 from Sharon MikrutHow many times have you seen a person and judged them strictly on their appearance? Or, how many times have you turned away or avoided someone simply because of their appearance? If you find yourself making judgments or avoiding people based on their appearance, you are missing out on ...
Views: 6826(1 vote) - Love is in the Air and All the Elements - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2018 from Christelle ChopardAir Element – Loving Thoughts Breathing together Expressing appreciation Having a positive mind Fire Element – Loving Actions Feeling each other’s heart Moving with grace Reflecting Love in our behaviors Water Element - Loving Relationships Honoring healthy ...
Views: 1150(1 vote) - Luck and Success - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Richard (Dick) WarnWhat is luck? The most accurate definition I know is: “Luck is that moment in time when preparation meets opportunity.” When we are prepared, things go our way. When we are not, things fall apart. The key to having more luck is being better prepared. So what is success? Success is more ...
Views: 1916(1 vote) - Maintaining a Correct Frame of Mind - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from cedric riceLet me clarify exactly what I mean when I talk about a correct frame of mind. When I say correct frame of mind I am referring to whatever frame of mind that it takes to help you get through a bad situation. A correct frame of mind has to be positive. I have heard of stories of people who were ...
Views: 2013(1 vote) - Making a Difference is So Easy - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Ian HendersonIt might sound conceited or arrogant for you to say that you make a difference in the lives of others every day, but it’s true. The real big question is what difference, positive or negative, are you making and to whom? You don’t have to be a global leader like Barack Obama to impact the ...
Views: 1301(2 votes) - Making your 2010 Goals Work - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Harlan GoergerOvercoming the Avoidance Motivators In the last article, the reason most goals do not work was uncovered. (Why We Can't Change) This article will give you specific steps to overcome those barriers and accomplish more in 2010! Interested? Read on… People motivation is complicated and ...
Views: 1675(1 vote) - Marketing Strategies: 7 Powerful Tips to More Confidence - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Maya BaileyA client asked me recently how I would define confidence. I paused for a moment and replied, “Confidence is the inner knowing that you can achieve whatever you want.” What is your definition of confidence? In my 30 years of coaching people to be successful, I have found that at the core of ...
Views: 1044(2 votes) - Midlife Women - the 3 Biggest Areas Transitioning Women Struggle With - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Deborah HayesChange…difficult or at least a little scary at any age but for the midlife woman this time in our lives can be very unsettling. The truth is by the time we reach this part of our lives we have become so accustomed to living for other people’s benefit that it can be downright disquieting when ...
Views: 2424(1 vote) - Mindset For Success- The Power of Positive Thinking - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2011 from Rhod JonesIf there was one thing that proved to be my biggest challenge or most difficult obstacle during my rugby days it was consistently having the correct mindset- that mindset for success. You’re hear it time and time again, but it really is true Having a positive mindset is the silver bullet ...
Views: 781(2 votes) - Modern Day Heretic - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2010 from Susan Crampton DavisI decided to be a modern day heretic when my lifetime of professional and personal experiences told me we are going about career fulfillment all wrong. I concluded we don’t need more free sodas, flex hours, or a louder declaration that bringing our strengths to work can solve today’s biggest ...
Views: 1382(1 vote) - Morals and Virtues For Every Life - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Sheri AdamsDid you know that every human has their own virtues they live by? Likely you do. You likely have your own set of virtues/morals: not to lie, to be on time, to be respectful, to show yourself as trustworthy, work hard at your job/school, etc. Did you also know that Christians are the live the ...
Views: 2082(1 vote) - More on Discipling Your Mind - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2010 from Paula PaganoMORE ABOUT RECOGNIZING THE INNER CRITIC If you are thinking too much and circling an issue and thoughts are going round and round in your head and you feel there is no escape. CHANCES ARE the Inner Critic has you in his grasp. If there is a voice saying, Don’t be - too loud too quiet - ...
Views: 782(2 votes) - New Beginnings - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dr. Carolyn PorterMany of you are at crossroads in your life - big changes are eminent. It could be with your job or career, an important relationship, where you live, your financial status, or even your health. You are being forced into making choices about things you perhaps didn’t expect, and you may be ...
Views: 1651(1 vote) - NLP REFRAMING & ANCHORING - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2010 from Michelle MayurNLP REFRAMING OF STORED ANGER NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) Reframing is easy to do to shift anything from a negative or blocked state into a clear or positive state. The basic technique is the same, no matter what the issue. First of all find what part of the body is holding on to ...
Views: 2378(2 votes) - On Stage...Off Stage - You are always on stage! - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Jonathan LewisOn Stage…Off Stage Ok. It’s time for the big meeting. Straighten your tie. Check your hair. Take a deep breath. On goes the biggest smile and… “Hello there! How are you today…” And you’re off and running. Ever seen this before? Ever been this before? It’s like ...
Views: 1088(1 vote) - Only 5 Minutes To Break From TEA - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Scott ColettiIn my last article I spoke of how important it is to have powerful and positive thoughts. Those thoughts would lead to enlightened emotions and subsequently stronger actions as a result. I gave it a name so you all could remember, TEA. I want to speak to you today as a real person with human ...
Views: 1262(2 votes) - Our Innate Desire to Quit When the Going Gets Tough - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Hyrum R. EstradaI have seen a pattern amongst many people in life; the pattern of quitting when times get tough. Quitting is perhaps one of the easiest things to do because it requires no effort at all. Quitting on your business, quitting school, quitting relationships, quitting on goals that you are ...
Views: 909(2 votes) - Our Lives are a mirror Image of the Little Decisions we Make - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Todd SmithOver my career I have read and heard thousands of quotes from great leaders, but there is one I replay in my mind more than any other. Jim Rohn, one of the greatest personal development teachers of our time said, “Success comes from making a series of good decisions over time, while failure ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - Overcoming Self-Hatred - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Aurelia WilliamsMany people, especially women, suffer from self-hatred and don’t even realize it. Self-hatred is probably the main cause of low self-esteem and lack of self confidence. Self-hatred also causes obesity, other eating disorders and health issues. Recognizing Self-Hatred The first step in ...
Views: 4106(2 votes) - Pain - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Hugh DeBurghPain Pain; it’s a subject that most of us would rather not hear about. Others less fortunate cannot get out of their minds. Of course pain comes in many forms. Physical pain is the most obvious form. I am not a physician so I will not address the physical or psychological issues ...
Views: 1133(2 votes) - Permission to Succeed - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowAt this special time of year our festivities are sure to sweep us off our feet and, amongst all the hoopla, pumpkin pies and holiday decor comes the realization that once again, we are faced with some large challenges. Stay focused under the barrage of snacks, hold your head high above the ...
Views: 1126(4 votes) - Personal Image and Appearance - Creating the New and Successful You - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Kamil KowalskiIn 2008, I researched the effect my appearance had on how people view me and how they treat me. I recognized the impact the appearance can have on anyone’s daily life, and I wanted to figure out ways to improve it. The reality is people judge you in the first few seconds of meeting you. If ...
Views: 5108(2 votes) - Play the hand that you have been Dealt - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from cedric riceDo you remember the movie titled Forrest Gump. His favorite saying was life is like a box of chocolates. In other words life is full of situations and circumstances but you won’t ever know what they are until the time comes. Life is full of surprises. Some of them are good but many are bad. We ...
Views: 1147(1 vote) - Plus Size Fashion Tips - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Rebecca MillsAll of us want to look our best at all times, including over-sized men and women. It is to suit their needs to the best that clothing brands have come up with plus sized outfits so that even people with slightly heavier bodies can manage to look trendy and fashionable in the society. Fashion ...
Views: 985(1 vote) - Positive Reflections - Being Mindful of Who You Represent - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Gian Fiero |For many of us our routine interactions with each other are not given much thought. We assume that how we conduct ourselves in our private and personal lives is a reflection of the actions, behaviors, and decisions that we make under our own volition. After all, we are the ones exhibiting the ...
Views: 1439(1 vote) - Practically a Genius or Practical Genius - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Jerry StockingLast weekend I was sitting in a bar with two internet marketing geniuses. I was immediately reminded how much I enjoy and am turned on by genius. There guys aren't the kind of heady, top heavy geniuses who can do one thing better than anyone else but are just plain weird when out of their narrow ...
Views: 968(1 vote) - Press the Refresh or Reset Button - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Gwen ThibeauxI recently enjoyed a wonderful "break" on vacation with my family! However, I still managed to smuggle my laptop in with every intention of doing some work and creating that week's Coffee Break. So I put my assistant on standby and informed her that I would have the recording and worksheet to ...
Views: 2301(3 votes) - Pretty Close To Wonderful - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Michael Brady“Welcome to Ross Stores, how are you?” I said. “Fine, How are you?” She replied. She was asking out of habit not because she cared about the random loss prevention guy. So I replied like I do with everyone. Pretty close to wonderful! That one sentence started what seemed like a 20 ...
Views: 1117(4 votes) - Principles for Creating Your Future - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Samantha JohnsonYou now know yourself better than most people ever will. So, what do you do with this new found knowledge? First, ask yourself if you have enough fire in your belly to proceed as an entrepreneur in your own business. If you do, you will most likely be highly successful and will enjoy your ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - Productivity - Is It In The Breadth or the Depth of Life? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Bradford GlassAs a society, we’re obsessed with being productive, running a determined race to “get it all done.” Our love affair with productivity goes something like this: we’re driven to know it all, work more and try harder, so we can make more money, so we can buy more stuff, so we can then be happy. We ...
Views: 824(1 vote) - Pursuit of Comedy Writing Dreams is Something to Laugh About - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Sally MarksI’m a reformed joker. I used to be the life of the party, but sadly gag-telling seems to be relegated to the internet these days. Now I’m a rusty. My humor is limited to things I can write about. The advantage of writing comedy, as opposed to performing it, is you get a chance to fix ...
Views: 1755(1 vote) - Put Your Game Face On! - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Lance SnowWe all have seen the images of football players in the locker room psyching themselves up, the Olympic athletes waiting beyond the starting line staring into space visualizing what it is they are about to do, the musicians who stand tall and breathe deeply before walking out on stage, or the ...
Views: 4417(2 votes) - Put Your Life on a 'want-to, Choose-to, Like-it, Love-it Basis! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxAre you going through life feeling stressed and pressured for time? Are you really happy with the choices you have been making with respect to how you spend your time, where you spend your time and with whom? There really are only 2 "have-to's" in life: You have to die and you have to take up ...
Views: 1383(2 votes) - Qualities and Attributes of a Best Selling Author - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhether you plan to create a bestselling book or via the Internet or you plan to go the traditional route with a major publishers, it will ultimately be up to you how you create, handle and release your freshly written masterpiece. Many new authors are under the mistaken impression that they ...
Views: 1164(2 votes) - Reality Check - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowToday is a great day and time to assess your effort and willingness to continue on with your journey and really make a difference in your life. Are you ready to answer some down-to-earth questions regarding your movements and actions toward your goals? As you continue on your travels and work ...
Views: 1389(3 votes) - Rejection - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from John Di LemmeI am very enthused to address the topic of REJECTION! How you handle rejection is in direct proportion to how you maintain a persistent level of action in order to feel ful?lled and ?nd your WHY in life. As a super-achiever in life (which means you have your WHY in place), you are driven to ...
Views: 882(1 vote) - Relax, Breathe Consciously and Take the Attention within to Feel Good and Heal Yourself - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from George LockettWhen you are doing something – perhaps you're working on the computer and have to wait for the software to perform its tasks – take a few seconds to do a self-check on how you are feeling. Take the attention within; perhaps – if it is safe – close the eyes for a few seconds and breathe ...
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