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When you ask a toddler this question, "What would you like to be when you grow up?" With a child-like confidence they would blurt out and say, "I want to be a Lawyer, theater actress, doctor, painter, supermodel, superstar, etc". Follow that question with "What would you want to have?" And no ... Views: 878
Yes, I do.
Throughout my life I have had to deal with bullies. Some of my first memories are of my mother mistreating me physically and emotionally. I encountered numerous bullies as colleagues, and too many of them used me for target practice. I also married a man who nearly destroyed me ... Views: 2044
"Liu Rosen" Says :) Courage is the ability to face anything You Can Imagine). And what thing that you can imagine but you cannot do it? My Message To You Today:" Do now what you think that you can't do it "Be brave'' –Yes-"Be brave".
Is it not yet the time to acquires control your life and ... Views: 2816
Having the discipline to carry out the elements of living your life in a healthy manner on a consistent basis is exactly what needs to happen and all the wonderful elements that we’ve been discussing prior are imperative for your success.
With that being said exhibiting behavior on a ... Views: 2724
"Fast, hurry, quickly, immediately” are all words that can appear extremely attractive and luring when they spring by our ears regarding weight loss. If you’ve got a horrible toothache then these words are extremely welcoming for immediate aid, if you break down on the side of the road then ... Views: 1513
In a perfect world we’d all be doing every single thing that we were supposed to be doing at just the right time each and every day of our lives, but we certainly are not living in that kind of a world nor will we ever. You can’t expect to be able to juggle all the pieces of the health and ... Views: 992
Ready, set, go! Do some mealtime occasions feel like you are on the run from the enemy? Could you possibly enter the Guinness Book of World Records for speed eating your evening meal or your lunch time delights? There’s no one by your side encouraging you to finish your meals in record time ... Views: 1299
Perception of behavior is innate, we have been evaluating behavior and movement since our cave dwelling ancestors relied upon discernment for survival. Actually, in some ways we still rely on acumen for our well being on a daily basis, but now we may not even realize what we are doing. Working ... Views: 1449
I have been at odds with a crooked palm tree for a long time.
Every time I would enter my bedroom, my eyes would inevitably focus on this plant and I would sigh in irritation. For whatever reason this palm has grown sideways, twisted, and then just slightly upward. It defies the rule of a ... Views: 1003
Understanding your thought patterns and how the brain works provides a frame of reference for creating a healthy attitude, improving your self-esteem and boosting your confidence.
Brain Pathways
The brain is made up of cells called neurons. These cells have nerve endings called synapses ... Views: 7065
The tragedy in Haiti has many of us thinking, once again, about how precious life is – each and every day. As I write this article, on Monday, rescuers are still finding survivors of this horrible event. These people have a strong will to live!
What about you? Are you going through life, taking ... Views: 1262
You 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: 981
Be perfect or be on purpose? Which one of these has been “driving your bus” so far? If you or someone you know struggles with perfectionism, can this hold you back from living on purpose?
Ask someone to walk to the moon and you’ll hear, “Not realistic,” as a response. They wouldn’t have a ... Views: 1157
Listening to the weather forecast one frigid day, I realized how much we are influenced by the catastrophic thinking of the media. The weatherman reported, "The weather has brought more misery to the St. Louis area." Certainly, the weather was causing problems that day. An ice storm caused ... Views: 1742
Practice Blessings
As you bless your food, your dreams, your mission, your
purpose and your goals, your life magically improves wherever you are.
(It's not really magic.)
If you were God wouldn't you love to give things to someone
who appreciated everything you did for them? I believe ... Views: 1529
The scene was a late Friday night at O'Hare airport in Chicago. The flight was delayed and all the passengers were crabby. As they entered the aircraft, passengers were greeted by the first class flight attendant, who had a personality that filled the aircraft! "Welcome aboard, and how are you ... Views: 3148
There are no doubt days when you contemplate your ability to continue your travels on your lighter living journey and being healthier on your travels. Some days seem laden with pot holes, sabotaging circumstances and conditions that just seem to be out to get you. You do not have to succumb to ... Views: 856
Whenever you decide to try a fresh idea or a new-fangled way of living it instantly has the ability to stir up feelings of angst and worry. What if I can’t do it? What if I’m not successful? There’s certainly no time like the present to instill faith in yourself that you too can be a winner ... Views: 950
It doesn’t matter how you look, how your hair turns out, what the tape measure tells you or how many compliments you receive…it’s all about your personal confidence on any said day and how you feel on the inside that predicts your actions on the outside.
Your inner workings and your internal ... Views: 1240
How many times were you asked as a kid, "What are you thankful for?" You probably got that question frequently around Thanksgiving. Being a good child when I was asked I always answered it in the expected way without much thought or passion. My list always had my parents and teachers first ... Views: 2362
I was running late this bitterly cold Monday morning. I was wearing my brand new navy blue suit and shiny black shoes ready to make probably the most important presentation this year and, guess what? I'm running late.
"Why? Why now?" I yelled gritting my teeth. "Not today of all days. Not ... Views: 527
People are generally creatures of comfort and habit and whenever something big or small—changes oftentimes we feel that our entire world goes into a downward spiral. And that is precisely why we have to prepare ourselves for a positive change and not allow any negative thoughts and emotions ... Views: 1102
Facebook is such a fantastic community for making inspiring connections with others.. There are so many in the community who desire to make a difference to the lives of others and themselves. acquaintances who I've had minimal conversations with regularly now take a minute out of theirhectic ... Views: 2297
Chances are just about everyone and their mother has stepped off their healthy stretch for a few days or so; take a deep breath and know that it is perfectly fine to find yourself astray once in a while and then reel yourself back in and engage yourself in the healthy habits that equate into you ... Views: 943
With all the to and fro of the holiday season, the shopping, the wrapping, the celebrating, the card addressing, not to mention the preparation of the house and the grocery runs back and forth for all the last minute selections, it is no wonder that some days just don’t equate into what you were ... Views: 911
10 tips that will end the game in your favor
It has been said “when the student is ready the teacher will appear”. I have found this to be true through out most of my life. Knowing this, I accept that when the teacher does appear it can take many ... Views: 983
The real keys to success for an internet business have more to do with what can be found within the person then it does with any business plan or structure. Marketing on the internet successfully involves the ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment. Most online entrepreneurs will ... Views: 597
Roy McDonald's Seven Year Plan
I have created a seven year plan, which has at its foundation, very deep, strong beliefs that build a very solid structure leading to the long-term financial success I believe you desire and deserve.
We must move towards the fundamentals of financial success, and ... Views: 1588
The scene: a hip and fashionable downtown restaurant. A high-ranking manager of a technology company and several of his team members are enjoying lunch together to celebrate the team's recent achievement. As the conversation veers off onto casual topics, one of the employees excitedly explains ... Views: 1667
It’s not about what you have done in the past, what you did last night or the night before that for that matter; it’s about right now, today, this very moment in time. Close the door on the past and open your window to the future. You are the beautiful woman who holds the key to your entire ... Views: 934
Each and every morning that you awake is a wonderful opportunity to reevaluate what you have been doing on your trek toward better health and fitness. It’s a fabulous time to think about what you will do right now to enhance your goals and set forth to create a daily scenario that will improve ... Views: 1300
Hasn’t just about every beautiful woman in this world at one time or another tried to lose weight, get fitter, feel better and organize her life while attempting to go on a diet? Certainly the majority of Lovely Ladies that I have the pleasure of working with admit to trying a few too many ... Views: 924
Getting Clear on Your Fear
Do you know when fear is holding you back?
I don’t. At least not always.
When I realize I’m fearful, I find it reasonably easy to face. I can experience it and determine whether it’s something I need to pay attention to or move through it.
But when I DON’T ... Views: 863
Time is not tangible, but yet we all feel its effects as we age. Time passes you by while you are standing still or when running at full speed. You can't outrun time; it's too fast and tireless.
Time waits for no one. Some people try to save time, but time can't be saved like money. Money can ... Views: 1324
Hello, let me welcome you to the world of attitudes. It is a world of mirrors, where the way you define yourself positively reflects on you. It mirrors itself in your thoughts and actions. It forms your posture and affects your world view. Your attitude is the fragrance you leave behind ... Views: 1079
Come to the Edge
by Guillaume Apollinaire
“Come to the edge.” he said.
“We can't. We're afraid.” they said.
“Come to the edge.” he said.
“We can't. We will fall!” they said.
“Come to the edge.” he said.
And they came.
And he pushed them.
And they flew.
This poem is a favorite of ... Views: 1048
Today 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: 1235
My husband and I recently took a vacation to Kauai, Hawaii to celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary. We had a wonderful time even though it was just one week. While there we snorkeled, hiked, shopped and took a fabulous helicopter ride.
Vacations provide a wonderful opportunity to “step away ... Views: 2106
The determinant of where you are in life today and where you are going tomorrow is you. Blaming other people for your misfortune can never bring a way to your solution. Instead start today to examine yourself and give corrections to the way you live it. Life is all about give and take; having an ... Views: 16241
MORE 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: 694
Have you ever noticed that there appears to be more than one person inside your head?
There’s you and then there’s this other voice observing everything you’re doing and sometimes that voice does not have good things to say.
EXAMPLE:
I have been in the real estate business for over ... Views: 742
Did you get the answer to this question immediately? Horace said, “Life is largely a matter of expectations.” Expectations have a lot to do with the one thing you can control.
There is one thing in life you have absolute control over: Your attitude.
An excellent quote to remember is, ... Views: 1681
Here in the US, as we celebrate the holiday season, there’s been a lot of thanks and appreciation in the air. But going beyond the seasonal tradition, developing the habit of gratitude has become a common buzzword in mainstream media, touted as the key to less stress, better health and ... Views: 1212
I first saw this quote at a friend’s house several years ago. I don’t know who said it but it’s one of those things that you don’t think much about, at the time, but it keeps coming back to you. For me it was reoccurring as I’ve had to adjust to events that were beyond my control. Some were ... Views: 7031
Once more in my life, I find myself realizing how fulfilling the attitude of gratitude is. As most of you, I could find many things to feel bad about and I could easily rationalize a way to focus on those things. But, then something happens that brings about the most profound sense of ... Views: 982
As I get older, and hopefully, wiser, I tend to become more of a rebel. The one way to get me to do something is to tell me I can’t. I wish I could say I’ve always been this way but that’s not so. It’ a trait I’ve developed along the way, likely because I’ve had to take risks and I’ve found ... Views: 2234
Perhaps I’m feeling a bit sensitive to this topic at the moment, as I recently had a holiday party at my home. A party to which numerous people did not RSVP and some who responded positively, didn’t attend – with no apology or explanation. But, my thoughts did not start with this event. I’ve ... Views: 1612
Life seems to have been against you from the start. You've had a lousy career and have spent countless 40 hour weeks at a job you despise. The chance for success and wealth seem to have long ago slipped from your grasp.
It is exactly this kind of thinking that keeps you where you are--stuck ... Views: 859
Goals – what is their purpose?
Are they something:
- we’re “supposed-to-write” to be successful?
- to check off the list and move on to the next?
- to keep us on track?
- to help us stretch ourselves to learn, grow, and develop new skills and talents?
- to help others, or to improve ... Views: 1261
Last year we blamed the economy. What will we blame in 2010? Have you ever considered how blame could be impacting your success?
Finding someone or something to blame gets you off the hook when things don’t turn out your way. Finding blame is common and seems to be a natural human ... Views: 1077