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- BRILLIANT TALENT OF THE WORLD MUST BE USED WHOLESOMELY - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaToday about 17.5 million people are getting trained for waging wars. They are being trained to imbibe the ‘art’ of using murderous weapon, killing other humans and thus destroying precious wealth of the world. This then is their ‘artistic skills’. All specialties of their inner personality are ...
Views: 1378(1 vote) - How to become more Productive - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from cedric riceThe man or woman who wants to get more out of life strives to become more productive. When we think of productivity we normally think of a workplace contribution but productivity can apply to our hobbies and also to sport. When we talk about being more productive we are talking about getting ...
Views: 1378(1 vote) - The Reason that we need to Forgive - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from cedric riceThe Reason that we need to Forgive Learning to forgive others is something which I wrestled with for quite a long time. I was the type person who would hold a grudge for years if I had to, and my favorite saying was: “I’ll get even if it takes a thousand years.” This attitude didn’t help me ...
Views: 1378 - Fail Your Way to Success - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Doug GradyI learned more from failure than I learned from success I learned more no thank you, so much more than yes I learned to be willing to lead with my chin, And if I were willing to lose I could win -Barry Manilow It is hard for me to believe I am citing Barry Manilow for my blog, but I ...
Views: 1377(1 vote) - Making Good Times Out of Bad: the Ken Nwadike Story - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Noelle NelsonOnce upon a time, there was a man who wanted desperately to run in the 2014 Boston Marathon – as many runners did - for the simple reason that it was the first Boston Marathon after the dreadful 2013 bombing. But the Boston Marathon is different from most marathons, in that you have to qualify ...
Views: 1376 - Reframe and Conquer Office Politics - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2013 from Andrea NovakowskiKyle began our phone call by sharing his frustration. “I hate the politics at my company,” he said. “The only projects that get done are the ones sponsored by the company president’s ‘pets.’ The worth of the project doesn’t matter; it’s all about who you know. I do great work, and that should be ...
Views: 1376(1 vote) - Release what is going wrong in your vision planning - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gwen Thibeaux"Our plans miscarry because they have no aim. When a man [woman] does not know what harbor he is making for, no wind is the right mind." - Seneca Many people understand the importance of having a plan or setting goals, but what do they do with that information? Or what is they are not doing ...
Views: 1376(2 votes) - Releasing Fears - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2010 from Mary Anne CipressyMany times when we hear the word fear we think of being afraid, scared and frightened. These words translate into a feeling which we can experience. This lets us know we are being fearful. Some feel fear is a good thing as it is what keeps us from being in a dangerous situation. It is what keeps ...
Views: 1376(2 votes) - The Courage to Answer the Call – The Permission to Want What You Want and The Tools To Get You Results - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Vanessa SimpkinsHow many of you feel that little voice inside keeps you from taking risks? Do you ever feel like it’s possible for other people but somehow, when you imagine yourself really going for it – you hit up against a tight knot in the pit of your stomach that knocks the wind right out from under you? ...
Views: 1376 - There is only one Superman - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from cedric riceI think that we can all agree that there is only one superman. I think that we can also agree that it’s definitely not me or you. So since it ain’t me I don’t have to try to pretend like it is. One of the biggest mistakes that I have seen people in leadership or supervisory positions make is ...
Views: 1376(1 vote) - Why I Became a Helping Professional - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2012 from Lynda KlauMany people have asked me why I became a helping professional. I share my answer with you now. All my life, it appeared that I was “on the right track,” so that by the time I was in my twenties I had achieved all of the trappings of conventional success: I was married, I had earned my PhD, ...
Views: 1376 - You Become What Your Think About - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaThere are so many self-help books on gaining wealth; some give you mental techniques, some give you practical skills. The biggest secret to wealth is that it starts from the inside. You can learn how to make all kinds of money, find killer investments, have multiple streams of income, but if ...
Views: 1376(1 vote) - Athletes Create a New Response to Pressure - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Loren FogelmanStepping out of your comfort zone is the norm for competitive athletes. Highly motivated athletes are expected to train harder, perform better for optimal results. High performance is easiest under ideal conditions. If you’ve been competing for any length of time, you know conditions are not ...
Views: 1375 - Five Ways to Reduce Relationship Conflict - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Marlene ChismI attended a talk about civility this week and was inspired to write about how to eliminate or reduce relationship conflict. The presentation was delivered by Dr. Forni, a professor from John Hopkins University who has dedicated his life to the civility movement. What struck me was his research ...
Views: 1375 - Have You Lost Your Sparkle? - by Submitted on May 16, 2022 from Alice LandrySometimes in life we forget who we are and what makes us tick. We get so caught up in being everyone else's number one fan that we fail to be our own personal cheerleaders. When that lack of attention-to-self prevails, you lose your luster and your inner light slowly begins to dim. This sense ...
Views: 1375(1 vote) - Hurry, Hurry, Slow Down! - by Submitted on May 18, 2015 from Rossana SneeDo you ever notice the hurried pace with which people do everything nowadays? Take a look around you. Maybe you’re one of those people. In the mornings, especially, I’ve noticed that no one gives themselves enough time. This creates a sense of urgency to get ready and leave the house for ...
Views: 1375 - 5 Summer Tips For Total Self Confidence - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Shannon Graham1. Certainty Lets face it, when if comes to confidence no one is perfect. But it seems to me like one of the biggest factors in having high levels of self confidence comes from knowing exactly what you want out of life. I mean think about it, when you are not very sure about what you want, ...
Views: 1374(1 vote) - Emotional Intelligence vs. Mental Masturbation - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2016 from T. Renee RichardsonThe ability to be articulate about emotional intelligence does not translate into actual emotional intelligence. This time of year, the upsurge in mental masturbation masquerading as “consciousness,” prepared for and presented to the mainstream monkey mind mentality buying into the latest new ...
Views: 1374(1 vote) - Four Must Have Attitudes that Make Your Business Grow - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Ruth HegartyAll success comes first and foremost from your mindset. Without attitudes that support and foster your well-being and success you won’t reach the levels of true success you want and deserve. The reason is simple and universal: EVERYTHING stems from your state of mind. A creative mind leads to ...
Views: 1374(14 votes) - Success: The Choice is Yours! - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from JoAnn Youngblood KingDo you believe that anything is possible? What usually holds us back from having the success we desire is just the simple notion that we will not be able to. Whatever the reasons are for believing that doesn't really matter at the moment. If you have decided that you cannot do something, please ...
Views: 1374 - 5 Ways To Improve Self-Control - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2016 from Nelu Mbingu"One's greatest challenge is to control oneself" -Kazi Shams We've all experienced moments when our self-discipline was challenged. Whether it was not eating that extra cookie or finishing that work project before the deadline. We all know it can get difficult to deny ourselves immediate ...
Views: 1373 - Are you carbon copy of someone else? test it out. - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Praveen benToday I discovered the “X” factor. What's the “X” factor that's driving participants of 2010 X factor auditions? “Youtube most seen videos in this week” is likely one of the stuff in my “I Google” interface. At this time I wanted to see most viewed videos in youtube and accordingly spent some ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - Chasing Dimes or the Divine? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Joe VitaleRecently a person commented that I was just after “the dimes.” When I said I was actually just following the Divine, somebody else said it was clear I was just after “the dollars.” The two comments got me thinking about money, motivation and perception. I decided I would share some of my ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - How Triathletes Can Avoid a Fast Start - by Submitted on May 13, 2012 from Loren FogelmanToo frequently triathletes are told by their coaches to ignore what is going on around them. The coaches who tell you to just not do it are unaware of the power of habit. Following the crowd, going out too fast because of the other athletes around you, is a symptom of a habit. Under pressure, ...
Views: 1373 - Let’s go bust – bankrupt – and be out of work - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Richard DennyIf customers are such a nuisance, at least stop wasting their time and yours and invite the administrators in – they equally are not interested in customers. At a time which some claim to be the worst trading conditions for 70 years wouldn’t you think that every business and employee would be ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - Life Doesn't Have To Be A Struggle - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Linda-Ann StewartRecently, a belief surfaced for me that was an aspect of a deeper issue concerning the need to struggle. This specific belief stressed that I could only learn and grow through difficulty. It claimed that it was necessary for me to experience blocks and obstacles, since that was the only way to ...
Views: 1373 - Practice makes it permanent - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Osric V. BaughamWe have all heard of "Practice makes perfect". Do we realize that practice makes it permanent? In this article, we will discuss how repetition forms habits and how practicing can change your life. Repetition forms Habits When you are learning anything new, practicing it consistently will ...
Views: 1373 - A Life Full of Thanksgiving - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Marie KirklandAs much as I love the holidays, there is something special and peaceful about the few days before they arrive. The quiet you feel just before all of the preparation begins and the visitors arrive. Before the anticipation of a meal well cooked and the welcomed sounds and smells of the holidays. ...
Views: 1372(6 votes) - Choosing the Best Article Writing Service Provider - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from anjali sPromotion of e-commerce sites by manipulative means of words, SEO Content writing service is certainly a smart promotion strategy online. Keeping in mind the proliferation of writing services, one can certainly get confuse with the right one. It’s better to have knowledge in order to weed the ...
Views: 1372 - How E Commerce Development is Beneficial for Masses? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2019 from Shriv commediaThe present day companies involved in IT technology are well skilled in software developments. They adopt a single point stratagem to analyze and understand the client’s requirement, so that they can offer a truly distinctive and effective solution. These software development companies have ...
Views: 1372 - Can you Figure Things Out? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2015 from Lucas ThomasLearn-2-Learn Series (Part 4 – Sensing and Intuitive Learning Techniques) Many people learn differently. Some learn by Sensing and others by Intuition. These are the most basic of the learning styles in that they are the ones people use most and find themselves using in almost every learning ...
Views: 1371 - Change is Inevitable, Success is optional - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Andrew HortonThe one new certainty you have in your life in these fast moving and evolving times; is CHANGE. Whether by choice or by circumstance, any change you experience thrusts you out of your comfort zone and into a world of the unknown. We must learn to accept and embrace change in our own lives and ...
Views: 1371 - Children Of Divorce - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2012 from Kelly TobeyChildren of Divorce Easing their Pain - and Yours - with Openhearted Boundaries By Kelly Tobey What can we do to make divorce less devastating for children? In an ideal world, all children would be fully loved and supported by their blood parents who, in turn, would totally love and ...
Views: 1371 - Does everything truly happen for a reason? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2012 from Donna LeeOne of the common spiritual comments made quite often is that everything happens for a reason. I know that people say it to feel better and to not feel like a victim. During my years of being a spiritual life coach and listening to many clients stories, I started to realize that everything that ...
Views: 1371 - You are more than just a Maid - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from cedric riceI got the idea for this article one day as I watched an older sitcom on TV. In the program a man was really pouring on the charm as he sought to create a relationship with a woman who was a housemaid. He thought that her self esteem needed to be boosted because when he met her and asked her what ...
Views: 1371(1 vote) - When Was the Last Time You Experienced Joy in Your Life? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxI heard Fitness Guru, Bob Greene, ask Oprah that question one day (a few years ago). I stopped to think about how I would answer the question. At the time, I didn't have an answer! That made me feel very sad and I vowed, in that moment, that I would make some changes and begin to add, and ...
Views: 1370(3 votes) - 5 Business Changes I’m Making in 2013 - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Andrea NovakowskiOne good thing about being in business as long as I have is that you no longer need to do something just because everyone else is doing it. At some point, you have to choose what truly fits you. No more trying to put a round peg in a square hole. Working on my 2013 business plan over the last ...
Views: 1369 - Failure is an Integral Part of Success - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from David JensenDuring a commencement address, Apple co-founder, Steve Jobs talked about how he dropped out of college because he felt he was wasting his parents’ hard-earned money. He later went on to help develop Apple Incorporated. After a 10-year run at the helm of Apple, his own board of directors fired ...
Views: 1369(2 votes) - How to Have a Great Day Every Day - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2011 from Wambui BahatiSometimes it's the simple things that can have the greatest impact on our lives. Allow me to share this empowering, simple exercise with you. Perhaps you already know about it, or even use it already in your daily life. If you do, then you know how powerful this little exercise is and you are ...
Views: 1369(2 votes) - You Really are Amazing and can Become a Super Achiever - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Andrew HortonYou must begin to believe in your unlimited potential. Know with certainty that every day when you open your eyes and look into that bathroom mirror, you are magnificent and a valuable contributor to the world. You are a very important part of this amazing planet and you are perfect just the way ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - “The Lion King” and “Aladdin” Get the Best of a LaGuardia Situation - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2015 from Noelle NelsonTravel delays are never fun, but from time to time they are bound to happen. You can’t expect the weather to cooperate every time you fly, and better they should repair those mechanical issues before you fasten your seat belt. I’ve learned to take a deep breath, chill, remind myself it’s not ...
Views: 1369 - How to Stop People Pleasing and Start Living Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2018 from Estra RoellDo you: * Say yes to things you really don’t want to? * Put everyone else’s needs before yours to the point of exhausting yourself and neglecting your own self-care? * Go along with things you’re not really comfortable with just to keep the peace? * Say no, but you make a lot of ...
Views: 1367 - The Key to an Open Heart - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Moonstone WhiteFew people are aware of the limiting power their judgments hold over the ability to live life on their own terms. Judgments are the glue that keep us stuck in unwanted outcomes. They take away the ability to be present in the moment. Holding a judgment is a belief that inhibits the transitory ...
Views: 1367(2 votes) - What are you afraid of? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaRecently, a colleague asked me how I faced my fears when I started my life coaches association and I really had to stop and think about it. I asked her what kind of fears was she thinking of. She replied, “fear of no one signing up (rejection), fear of making a mistake, fear of looking stupid, ...
Views: 1367 - AN ATTITUDE FOR ALL SEASONS - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2017 from William CottringerAN ATTITUDE FOR ALL SEASONS by Bill Cottringer “The amount of success you have or don’t have, is more related to how you define success, than all you talents, efforts, motivation, timing and luck combined together.”~ The Author. I have been an avid student of human behavior and ...
Views: 1366 - Starting a New Career at 50 - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Debbie LaChusaThe older I get the more life changes I seem to encounter. Of course you expect major changes to take place when you’re younger. You start your career. You get married. You have kids. Of course those things change your life in a big way. And they did mine. But I pretty much thought that ...
Views: 1366 - TAKING A QUANTUM LEAP OF FAITH: FIRE WALKING - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from James MapesGet action. Do things; be sane, don’t fritter away your time . . . take a place wherever you are and be somebody; get action. —THEODORE ROOSEVELT, twenty-sixth president of the United States In 1973, on an eighty-nine-day cruise around the world, I met a very special person. He was Bruce ...
Views: 1366 - The 2 Elements You Need To Feel Internally Satisfied About Life - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2016 from Michael TawiahDo you feel like you’re in rut? Are you bored with your life or don’t know what to do with it? On paper someone could have an amazing life but still be bored: you could have a successful job and loving friends and family, however without the two elements that I’m about to talk about ...
Views: 1366(2 votes) - Transforming an "I Can't" Attitude Into an "I Can" Approach - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Loren FogelmanEvery man has three characters: that which he shows, that which he has, and that which he thinks he has. Alphonse Karr How often have you been unable to make progress on a specific issue? You feel stuck. You are aware of the problem. You even know what you ought to be doing to make a ...
Views: 1366 - V Is For Vicissitude - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2011 from Sara DillingerRemember that old Negro spiritual: Oh, nobody knows the vicissitude I have seen, Nobody knows but Jesus. Nobody knows the vicissitude I have seen, Glory hallelujah! Oh. You don't remember it that way, huh? Well, you're right. The song actually goes 'Nobody knows the trouble I have ...
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