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- Air Travel: Is The Clothing You Wear Important? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Dianne DanielsWhen it comes to air travel and clothing, we are all different. There are some travelers whotravel attire is a business suit - perhaps out of necessity, or because of the implied credibility a business suit can bring to the wearer. Others in traditional jeans - either because they classify jeans ...
Views: 3372 - All About Branding: Curb Appeal - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2016 from Jaynine HowardAs a business owner you know that branding is important. Branding encompasses not only your logo, marketing message, your personal appearance but your store front or home office. When was the last time you looked at your business from the eyes of the customer? My five tips for branding your ...
Views: 1151 - All Canadian - The Power of Believing - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2012 from Keith JohnstonI have recently started working with a program to help people achieve results that they have believed to be beyond their reach. This program leverages the power of believing and imaging to propel people to the heights of their dreams, and to success that only a few people ever achieve. ...
Views: 827 - All Sales People Fall Into 1 of 3 Categories - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Chris MurraySales People fall into 3 categories. Can't afford to lose them Can't afford to pay them Can't afford to leave Can't Afford to Lose Them There are certain individuals who deliver so much value, that it usually takes half their working life for the pay structure to catch up with ...
Views: 1075 - Almost Old and Clueless - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from ridhima agarwalBeing 25 years old and not having a clear focus in life is a serious problem. But having led a focus-free life until now, I can vouch for the fact that not having plans is a bliss. One of the toughest decisions that any person in his mid-20s faces is that of financial stability. It is ...
Views: 622 - Alternate Reality: True, False or Somewhere in Between - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2019 from Wm. Hovey SmithAlternative Reality: True, False or Somewhere in Between? Alternative reality is an opinion that may or may not be supported by facts. A new phrase, alternative reality, entered the language with the Trump administration. It is used to describe statements often issued by the president that ...
Views: 897 - Am I Doing Enough to Give My DESIRE Attention? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Michael LosierThe 2nd Step in Applying Law of Attraction. It would be nice and easy if applying Law of Attraction was only a process of identifying what you desire. All of us would have everything, just from building a list. Well, deliberate attraction (applying Law of Attraction deliberately) requires ...
Views: 1395 - Am I good enough? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Lena ChenMany of us suffer from low self-esteem. We may perform well in our work, have good relationships, and on the whole, have a pretty great life. But still, there is this niggling feeling inside us that comes up every now and then, and it tells us, "I'm not good enough". It may not make any ...
Views: 1316 - AM I MOTIVATED OR INSPIRED? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2018 from Kit GuptaAs a writer of two books in the self-improvement genre, I’ve heard numerous questions from my audiences about how one can improve themselves. But no one had ever asked something so peculiar. I’ll transcribe the submitted question verbatim. “There is so much talk about motivation everywhere. ...
Views: 921 - Amazing Facts about the Top 5 Famous People In 2020 - by Submitted on May 26, 2020 from M Nasir AzizJocko Willink His achievements are quite enormous, having been awarded the NEC 52266 combat swimmer award while in the US navy. When he later retired from the army, together with Babin, they formed a leadership consultancy firm tailored to meet individual as well as organizational ...
Views: 660 - Amazing Ways to become a 'WOW' Teacher - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2017 from Harshada PathareSure enough, education is extremely important for the modern society. After all, one way or the other, proper education does open up plenty of different doors in life and you will, therefore, be able to gain access to a much more impressive career ladder as well as greater salaries in addition ...
Views: 1023 - An Advocacy Letter That Is Also Good Marketing - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Karin Witzig RozellOne of the best teachers I've learned from, Joshua Rosenthal of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, once said that you can make more progress when you aim for the middle ground with your actions and words. He was referring to the die-hard, my-way-or-the-highway, food police type ...
Views: 681 - An Attitude Check…Positioning Yourself for Success - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Miki StrongAttitude. We see it in our body language, hear it in our tone of voice and feel it in our bodies. Our attitude can attract or repel others and sets the quality of our thoughts, our relationships and our lives. It stands to reason then, that consciously adopting an empowering attitude would ...
Views: 929 - 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 - An Insight Into the Mind of the Average Male Who Lacks Confidence With Women... - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from James RyanAs most men who have a fear of women know, the reason for their inadequacy is almost always intrinsically related to a lack of confidence in some form. A few men either a) don't know this or b) are unwilling to admit it, but the majority of men out there know that a lack of confidence is a ...
Views: 1235 - An NLP Decision Destroyer Technique and an Elephant in Thailand - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Joanne VermeulenIn May 2008, I went on a vacation to Thailand with my dear friend. We traveled there without a plan, a hotel room, or any converted dollars to baht. Just a commitment to have an incredible time, and return home with as many unique experiences as possible. By the end of our visit, we ...
Views: 2215 - An Ode to a “Blessed Mother” - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Dilani DivaBe Blessed oh beautiful mother, Let your heart be filled with Joy, Let the love be ever flowing, Let your voice be filled with song, Let your smile be ever loving As protected with angels be Smiling, smiling ever loving Gods light to the world. For all to wonder For all to cherish For ...
Views: 1279 - An Opportunity in Disguise - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Maria Khalife"Genius is perseverance in disguise" ~ Mike Newlin A lot of people talk about the attitude of seeing a glass half full vs. half empty. Which do you most generally see? I'm sure you already know that you can change your attitude. If you generally see it half empty, you can change it to half ...
Views: 1293 - An Opportunity to Free Yourself from Your “Normal” Life - by Submitted on May 19, 2020 from Nina AmirEvery year, when the Jewish holiday of Passover rolls around, I think about the places in my life where I feel stuck. I consider how to move through these places to freedom. This year is no different. What is different, though, is the number of people who feel unable to move forward due to ...
Views: 875 - An Overnight Success? I Don't Think So! - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2015 from Rossana SneeHave you heard people say, "He became an overnight success?" Really? Overnight? I doubt it. Behind every great thing that ever happens, there are usually countless years of very hard work; decades of blood, sweat, and tears. Ask any writer, any performer, any artist. They've worked their ...
Views: 1233 - ANGER Managing its outburst! - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Elizabeth McNallyOnce I was walking outside on a beautiful sunny day, I had stopped to chat with my horses and was walking towards the open field, when my dog came charging joyfully. It felt precisely like a locomotive ramming into my legs at full speed, sending me flying up in the air. Landing on my back, ...
Views: 1225 - Anger, It Is Not What You Think It Is." - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Steven ShapsWise Counsel Interview Transcript: Steven Shaps, MA on Anger Management David Van Nuys, Ph.D. Dr. David Van Nuys: Welcome to Wise Counsel, a podcast interview series sponsored by MentalHelp.net, covering topics in mental health, wellness and psychotherapy. My name is Dr. David Van Nuys. I'm a ...
Views: 902 - Another perspective on obstacles and challenges - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Baya MebarekI like eagles. They face storms with courage and boldness. When a storm is coming every other bird runs away from the storm. The eagle flies into the storm. We, like birds, can run way, be paralyzed when we think that our circumstances are more than we can handle or succeed and grow tremendously ...
Views: 685 - Anticipating and Avoiding Getting Fired - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from William CottringerAnticipating and Avoiding Getting Fired By Bill Cottringer “If you intend to go to work there is no better place than right where you are; if you do not intend to go to work you cannot get along anywhere. Squirming and crawling about from place to place can do no good.” ~Abraham ...
Views: 2118 - Anxiety and Teenagers: The Dream School Dilemma - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2018 from Nicole AI’m a licensed therapist, and I have a problem with the way our society treats teenagers. I’ve worked with teenagers who can juggle more in 24 hours than functioning adults can juggle in 24 days. We’re talking rigorous advanced placement course loads, varsity sports, community service, music ...
Views: 1613 - anytime anywhere cloud computing ERP - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2021 from Shreya PatelCloud computing brings your business to your doorstep. You and your team can work remotely. Your business data is accessible to you from anywhere and at anytime. Letting you to take crucial decision based on real time data inputs. Be the master of you business. Understand your business and take ...
Views: 447 - Apologizing – A step In The Right Direction On Your Journey Of Forgiveness - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Tamara ElizabethA fundamental corner stone to forgiveness is an apology. No matter what the situation is that you find yourself immersed in, when there is a hurt involved of any degree a simple “I apologize” is an excellent starting point. A true apology cannot undo the harm that has been done but it can ...
Views: 2080 - Applying Maslows Heiarchy of Needs in the Service of the Intellectual and Developmentaly Disabled - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Bobby HarrisMaslow's hierarchy of needs theory consists of five interdependent levels that one strives to meet in a life cycle. Some cultures may place more or less emphasis on the importance of each level, but each has great applicability to achieving a meaningful life for all people. The hierarchy is ...
Views: 1504 - Appreciating What You Have In Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Kimberley CohenAppreciating What You Have In Your Life by Kimberley Cohen Sometimes it’s difficult to appreciate what you have in your life because you might be looking at and longing for what you don’t have. When you can be grateful for the love and abundance in your life right now, you are less ...
Views: 15782 - Appreciation: The Most Meaningful Gift - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Mike RobbinsDuring one of her shows a few years back, Oprah Winfrey made a profound and beautiful statement that I appreciated very much. She said, "We do shows about lots of 'stuff' and my 'favorite things,' but what people want more than anything else is to know that they're appreciated...that's the best ...
Views: 1437 - Aquariums and Feng Shui Fish Charms - by Fish also drive away misfortune, as it is one of the good signs on the Buddha footprint. The image of a pair of fish is often embroidered on curtains, cushions, bedding and clothing. This amulet has a strong protective energy. In Thailand, children often wear these talismans around their necks ...
Views: 110 - Aquatic Therapy Helps Heal the Body and the Mind - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2017 from Sherry Gavanditti“Water is life’s mater and matrix, mother and medium. There is no life without water.” Albert Szent-Gyorgyi It has long been said that water is the basis of all life. Your muscles are 75% water; your blood is 82% water; your lungs 90% water; your brain is 76% water; your bones are 25% water. ...
Views: 1193 - Are Muslim Immigrants Humble Guests Or Aggressive Invaders - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2012 from David SamuelWith all the uproar about how the world is changing to conform with the demands of immigrant Muslim demands, I felt it was the right time to make a statement. Feel free to distribute this article as you wish. There are many examples such as creating special time slots for swimming pools and ...
Views: 2745 - Are Past Events Causing You to Self-Sabotage? - by Submitted on May 08, 2017 from Felicity MuscatDo you catch yourself in patterns of self-sabotage? Maybe you set yourself a goal and then find yourself doing everything except what you need to do to achieve that goal. Maybe you actually do things that will make it even harder to achieve your goals in the future. If you do, you aren’t alone. ...
Views: 889 - Are People Born Positive Or Can It Be Learned? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Kimberley CohenHave you ever wondered how people stay so positive when they are met with adversity? Maybe they have some special power, or were born that way, or their brains work differently, or they aren't really as optimistic as they may seem. What I have come to realize over the years, and something ...
Views: 1325 - Are We Truly Free And Independent? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Debbie LaChusaThe dictionary defines "independent" as: • not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneself: an independent thinker. • not subject to another's authority or jurisdiction; autonomous; free: an independent businessman. • not ...
Views: 2072 - Are you a fish out of water? - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Karen Lindsey-LloydScientific studies have been conducted on what happens to a fish when it is out of water for too long. Typically the gills slowly dry up and the fish dies of suffocation. We have all felt like that at in our lives. After moving to a southern state, I have felt like a fish out of water. This is ...
Views: 635 - Are you a Minute Maximizer? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Vickie GriffithOops, there is goes. Did you see it? Did you feel it? Another minute went by. You will never get the minute back. What did you spend that minute doing? Worrying, fretting, stressing? How sad and what a waste. We waste away our lives minute by minute by worrying about our future or judging ...
Views: 1159 - Are you a Peacemaker - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from cedric riceIt’s best to be a Peacemaker The bible says blessed be the peacemakers which is so true. Now the peacemaker may be blessed because he or she attempts to smooth over things which are not right but I believe that they are blessed because of their state of mind. The peacemaker has to be an ...
Views: 1591 - Are you a Problem-Keeper or an Answer-Seeker? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Vickie ChampionNo one, regardless of class, profession, or location, can say that the current financial crisis is not having an impact on them. Yet, when I say to people that we need to repair our relationships with money first, they just look a bit uncomfortable and shrug their shoulders. A while back, an ...
Views: 1118 - Are you a sports fanatic or a sports fanatic? - by I'm here to ask you a really good question, are you a sports fan or a sports fan? I looked up both definitions and the dictionary says that for a fan the meaning is "an enthusiastic devotee or follower of a sport or sports team" the meaning of a fan is "a person with extreme enthusiasm or zeal ...
Views: 78 - Are You a ‘Lone Ranger’ Woman in Business? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Julie JohnsonIn a previous article I explored the myth that all you need to succeed is the strategy and know how. The myth I’m exploring today is that of the Lone Ranger woman in business – thinking you should be able to do everything yourself; that the way to succeed is to rely on no-one but ...
Views: 1175 - Are You Addicted to Struggle? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Mike RobbinsDuring a session I was having with my new coach last week it became clear to me that I’ve been addicted to struggle for much of my life. While I wasn’t super excited to admit this, it has actually been quite liberating to address my struggle addiction directly and to see how it impacts just ...
Views: 1580 - Are You Afraid Of Accepting More Good? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Linda-Ann StewartMany years ago, I participated in an exercise at a workshop to show us how at ease we were with allowing good into our lives. As I imagined a little extra good flowing in, I was fine. But when I visualized a lot more good, I started to get anxious, even scared. The exercise continued, ...
Views: 803 - Are You An Asset Or A Liability For Your Success? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2020 from W.T. & Pamela HamiltonThere are so many ways to create a successful business, sometimes it can be confusing. Everyone seems to be an expert, selling the best way to get there, the easiest route, the fastest path. But all of these methods and strategies are often missing the most important key to your success. They ...
Views: 1107 - Are You Asking the Right People for Relationship or Marriage Advice? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Edie KayWould you go to an auto mechanic to ask for advice about the frequent chest pains you've been experiencing? How about seeking out your favorite hair stylist to have her help you determine why your fuel tank is leaking? If you're looking to get a large return on a real estate investment deal ...
Views: 931 - Are You Aware of Your Assumptions? - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Julia JamesLet me take you on a quick virtual trip to Paris. You will travel alongside the 20-year-old me. This experience will not only heighten your awareness around the assumptions you are holding. I will also provide you with practical tips on how to move beyond them. I went to Paris as a nanny in ...
Views: 1230 - Are You Being Betrayed? Fight back with the Power of Integrity! - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2013 from Karen KanakanuiHave you ever felt like you’re walking around with a knife in your back? Have you seen it happen to others? Was the pain so intense that you were paralyzed or disarmed to do anything about it, and therefore, you didn’t? Or did Anger get the best of you? This is a ...
Views: 738 - Are you being held back by the lies you tell yourself? - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Mark BakerDo you feel as though you are maximising your full potential? Or is there something holding you back, but you just can’t put your finger on it? If yes Then you may well have developed a limiting belief in your life or more realistically several! So what is a limiting belief? A limiting ...
Views: 796 - Are You Bold Enough? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2013 from Jane CranstonRecently, my assistant, Naomi, shared a TED lecture with me. The speaker told an incredible story of a childhood riddled with extreme poverty, homelessness that was saved by love and encouragement. He spoke of taking bold moves to create an adult life of true abundance, contribution, and ...
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