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- How to Convert Fear into Fuel - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Danielle PierreOver recent years, I have come to realize that the complete elimination of fear is unlikely. There was a point, not too long ago, that I believed I could learn to get rid of fear and then life would be grand. Well, not exactly. I still have fears, but guess what? Life is grand anyway. ...
Views: 2113(2 votes) - Personal Transformation in Three Easy Steps by Kristin Mackey - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Kristin MackeyPersonal Transformation in 3 Easy Steps By Kristin Mackey When you decide to make changes, pulling yourself together is an essential step in personal transformation. When you think and feel in a new way, you begin to behave in a new way. These new behaviors aligned with your vision ...
Views: 2113(3 votes) - The Baby-Easy Secrets of Speed Reading - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Hal Wechsler“The Secret of Speed Reading” “Acoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabriigde Uinervtisy, it ddeosn’t mttaer in wttht order the lteers in a wrrd are, the ollny ipmoetnt tihhng is taaht thr frrist and lssat lttteers be at the rgghit pcclae. The rsset cnna be a tooatl msses and yuoo can sittl ...
Views: 2112 - How You Lean Can Affect How You Make Decisions - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Ron WhiteA qwirky study out of the Netherlands indicates that the posture of a person can change the way they make decisions. In researching studies on the brain I came across this research and it definitely seemed strange, and interesting. Researchers at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam have found ...
Views: 2106(1 vote) - Abused by your child-Dont keep it secret! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Dawn ArmfieldViolent. Child. These words don’t seem like they belong together do they? We hope that children are naïve, accepting, loving, gentle. That they have open loving hearts. That is what I thought when a bright eyed 8 year old came into our hearts and our home. He exhibited behaviors that were the ...
Views: 2104(1 vote) - Feel Healthy and Happy with Angel Raphael - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanRaphael, the Angel of Healing guides all healers who work towards helping others. His main function is to help you feel better as he strives to show you ways to accomplish that goal. In fact, the name "Raphael" means "God heals". This angel not only wants to help you heal, he wants you to ...
Views: 2103(1 vote) - How To Deal With Work Stress - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2013 from Joel Simms (Dr. Mo)Stress is a killer and can easily build up when we don’t address address it routinely. Here are some ways for you you install “pressure relief valves” in your life: 1. Learn how to better manage your time. do your work during the workday. Make this feasible by taking on fewer tasks and ...
Views: 2094(1 vote) - Zen Habits: Virtue, Oneness and Efficiency - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Darius StylZen habits are beneficial for everyone because everyone needs balance, peace and efficiency. Zen is simply a word that traces back to the idea of meditation, but is more commonly understood in vague terms of eastern balance, oneness and serenity. Zen habits are not strictly connected to eastern ...
Views: 2088 - Change Your Thinking, Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Lynn ScottI believe we can change the way we think and as a result of that we can change the way we eat. We can learn to eat better. This can be seen as a chicken and egg situation. You know, which comes first, the chicken or the egg. I look at it this way. Whether or not it's the chicken or the ...
Views: 2085(2 votes) - Extra, Extra, Read All About It! Ten Million Children on Drugs! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Regina MurphyAlthough this headline will not appear in The New York Times or The Wall Street Journal maybe it should. The chances of a child being addicted to drugs to alter their moods in adulthood increase exponentially if they are prescribed medication by a psychiatrist or doctor at an early age. Parents ...
Views: 2085(2 votes) - Character Building - Growing Strong Through Adversity - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWhat’s character building all about? Ever heard someone say, “I earned my degree at the School of Hard Knox.”? As a parody of higher education with respect to life, many have achieved inner wisdom and greatness by overcoming the perils of life through sheer willpower and ...
Views: 2083 - Does activating your kundalini make you a happier person? - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from JJ SempleRecently someone sent me an inquiry, "I've read your books and I'm beginning a meditation practice. But the question that keeps popping up in my head is: Does activating your kundalini make you a happier person?" Overlooking for a moment the semantics behind the expression "happier person," ...
Views: 2076 - Will Power Is Over Rated - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Gene AngerDoes it seem like your will power is non-existent? Are you having difficulty eliminating bad habits, such as smoking or over eating? If you are discouraged with your apparent lack of will power, this may be the most important information you could possibly get your hands on. Previously, ...
Views: 2073(4 votes) - Being True to You - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2013 from Don Neviaser,Before walking your truest path to inner peace and happiness you must first discover and be true to yourself. The efforts of seeking approval and connections with others through submission and imitation, though flattering, will neither connect you very deeply with them nor allow you to ...
Views: 2064(1 vote) - What Is Entitlement? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Caroline NettleEntitlement is a mindset that is born out of a troubled childhood. It is developed when the individual was so deprived as a child, and they adapted by thinking they were entitled to whatever they could take. The other side of the same coin is that they were completely spoiled as a child and ...
Views: 2062(2 votes) - How to Grow As a Person - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2012 from Nik HalikIt can be a difficult slog through all of life's ups and downs if one doesn't know how to grow as a person. But being able to engage in personal development is made easier when one realizes that there's just no “one size fits all” or single formula that always guarantees personal success. ...
Views: 2057(1 vote) - 3 Processes For Every Choice - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi there everyone!! What has people feel empowered? What has people make things happen? Choice. We become conscious of the options that are available to us, we pick something, and then we act upon that choice. It's simple, but it's not easy. Are you with me? Let's take a closer look at ...
Views: 2053(13 votes) - How to Survive a Depression - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Rita Bigel-CasherHow to Survive a Depression An individual may at times experiences a sense of feeling down which can be a form of depression, especially if it lasts for an extended period of time. If this mood is atypical, it may reflect an extreme reaction to everyday problems, during a particularly difficult ...
Views: 2051 - Aha! Eureka! - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from George SewellThere are those thoughts that go bump in the night – the Aha! and Eureka! moments of mental clarity. Such thoughts solve problems, begin new ways of doing things, and herald a better situation for the thinker. Such moments indicate a shift in perspective – a new and fresh approach to thinking ...
Views: 2049(1 vote) - Find Out Who Controls Your Mind At Work - And In Your Private Life - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2007 from Dan ;-) Low * Maximize Your Potential with Powerful Tools ...In this spiritual ghetto of the cosmos called Earth, are men who are intelligently stupid. They are intelligent in as much as they have the ability to understand – and stupid because they often react negatively to what they hear. Why? Because they are controlled by a gang of ...
Views: 2046 - "Come To Your Senses" - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2010 from Susan FoxleyUsually when we hear the phrase “come to your senses”, we often think of using our mind and thoughts more correctly. Instead of using just the mind, how about dropping into the senses of the smells, colors, sounds, and feelings of this moment. By being fully present, it of course starts with the ...
Views: 2040(2 votes) - The Pressure of Today - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Angela Schulz-HenkeIt is time to reflect, reorganize, re-balance, reconsider …. in a time of increasing pressure. The speed of things happening in your life and surrounding is increasing. Now is the time to look back, review contracts etc. Are your contracts and commitments in the flow or are they holding you ...
Views: 2038(1 vote) - SELF-ESTEEM - What It Is, How To Improve It, Why It's Important - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Sheri AdamsAccording to http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/self-esteem Self-Esteem is a realistic respect for or favorable impression of oneself; self-respect an inordinantely or exaggeratedly favorable impression of oneself. It is basically your opinion of yourself, be it good or bad. Other ...
Views: 2034(1 vote) - What Do Self Improvement and Bamboo Have in Common? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Gene AngerAlthough self improvement is a worthy pursuit, many often abandon their efforts due to a false belief they are not making progress. We try this technique or that and see little or no results. We resist this “apparent” lack of success and begin to feel impatient or frustrated. I recently heard ...
Views: 2025(2 votes) - MIND BOGGLING - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Chidi Asika-EnahoroThe beauty of the mind can also be its downfall. One cannot overstate the significant importance of the human mind. Anyone can harbor anger and animosity at someone next to him or her and not be obvious about it. The mind is one instrument of amazing capacities that the human have control over, ...
Views: 2020(3 votes) - Psychoanalytical history of a violent child - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Pradnya AjinkyaPsychoanalytical history of a violent child By Dr. Pradnya Ajinkya MS Counselling, PhD, P.G. Journalism This psychohistorical approach to the life of Ms. Sanjukta Sen, using the psychological theories of Eric Erikson, Jean Piaget, Mead, Albert, to explain some of the factors behind the ...
Views: 2005 - ***Mental Toughness and Your Habits by Judi Moreo - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2018 from Judi MoreoA habit is a routine that you follow each day, almost without thinking. No one has to tell you to brush your teeth each morning, it is a habit. How high would you say your mental toughness is? Answer the following: Do you give up on exercise when it gets tough? Do you find excuses for ...
Views: 2003 - Nicotine Relapse Prevention | Behavior Modification Techniques to Deal With Anger - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Michael WestbrookDo you feel like you need some immediate behavior modification techniques to help deal with your anger and assist in your nicotine relapse prevention efforts? Anger is quite often misunderstood and judged, and therefore leads to nicotine relapse before a problem has ever been indicated. ...
Views: 2003(1 vote) - How Auricular Therapy Can Help with Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Igor StilerMany people are finding that they can count on auricular therapy for weight loss. This unique treatment focuses on curbing addictive eating and strengthening will power. Obesity is a global health issue. According to the latest OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development), ...
Views: 2000 - How Do You Feel? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Caroline NettleFeelings seem to be becoming more fashionable than they were in earlier this century. Those of us who were born in the sixties and seventies still remember for the most part that children were to be seen and not heard. Little girls were not supposed to get angry, and little boys were not ...
Views: 2000 - Are you a CAVE Dweller? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonThere was an extended period of time in my life where I was a CAVE dweller. We all know people that are. CAVE is an acronym for Citizens Against Virtually Everything. CAVE dwellers are the people that look at life as a glass that is half full and complain about it. They complain loudly about ...
Views: 1990(1 vote) - Develop Your Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2012 from Veronica BurgessIn the words of the rapper Ludacris, “I feel like slapping somebody today!” Today was one of those days where my emotions were all over the place. One second, I don’t know how I feel, the next second I don’t feel anything, and then later I feel EVERYTHING!!!! “I’m not gonna cry! Ok, I’m ...
Views: 1984(2 votes) - Having Trouble Modifying Your Behavior? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2011 from Robert FritchieIn our self-healing workshops, we teach a very real principle called the LOVE SWITCH. I know! I know! At first blush it sounds like a sissy statement if you are a guy, but hear me out. The SWITCH is a real problem that you need to know about if you want to be well and stay well. Many ...
Views: 1980 - Conquering Insomnia: Top Tips to Fall Asleep - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2014 from Josh TalAre you suffering from insomnia? Here are some suggestions to help you ease into a good night’s sleep. Top tips to fall asleep -Don’t do heavy exercise within two hours of bed time. Light exercise is perfectly fine though. -Don’t drink any caffeine at least a few hours before bed. Some ...
Views: 1973 - How to Make Your Teens More Responsive To Parental Direction? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Jade RobinsonAre you struggling to get your teen to follow your direction? Is your child flat-out ignoring you? This can be really frustrating, especially when you take into consideration all you’ve invested in their upbringing and wellbeing. Teenagers usually do whatever they feel like doing, not ...
Views: 1972(3 votes) - Striking a New Trail – Catalytic Action towards Happiness for All - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranThis beautiful, blue marble of a planet is racing through space with great dignity. Do we match it in dignity and deserve to belong to this planet? Obviously, we don’t! The reasons are clear too. Can we bring in a new dimension to this scenario? The writer has participated in discussions on ...
Views: 1953(2 votes) - Getting Your Brain Fitness Program Started - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Ron WhiteAs we age our brain changes and we have more memory lapses, fuzzy-thinking, and it gets harder to process what we learn. This could be due to a variety of reasons, such as stress, multi-tasking, sleep deprivation, or diabetes. "The decline you're noticing is real — and it starts before age ...
Views: 1950 - Changing Customer Service Behaviours; My Intentions - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2007 from Kevin DwyerWhen people have the right mix of attitude, subjective norm and perceived behavioural control, their intention to change behaviour will be strong. Their intention is only constrained by their actual level of control. In this final of a series of four articles using Ajzen’s theory of planned ...
Views: 1948 - Flesh or Spirit Fed - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Eric HuntleyMan is a triune being. He is spirit, soul, and body. We are made in the likeness of God after the Holy Trinity which is the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. You are more than just the fleshly body you see in the mirror after getting out of the shower. The real you cannot be seen. The ...
Views: 1948(1 vote) - Why Should I Bother With the Whole Subconscious Mind Thing? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Brandon Cook“Your mind is your instrument. Learn to be its master and not its slave. Meditation is the gateway, through which you arrive to the world of freedom.” -Remez Sasson You may be wondering why the subconscious mind is so important, after all we're mainly talking about body transformation here. ...
Views: 1943(5 votes) - Are You Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Program? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Mark PatrickYou've no doubt heard that it is better to eat many small meals throughout the day (approximately 5-6), than to go all day without eating and then "gorging" yourself on dinner in the evening. But did you ever wonder why? The fact is, your body can only process about 350 calories every 90 ...
Views: 1941(1 vote) - ARE YOU REALLY AWARE HOW YOU USE YOUR TIME ? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Pierre Ah-FatBy Pierre AH-FAT Have you noticed how often urgent assignments, documents to sign or tasks to complete come to you at the last minute as most urgent matters? The way these are presented to us appear to be so imperative that it would seem the world would stop if they are not implemented ...
Views: 1939(1 vote) - Gain Stupendous Growth Through Creative Visualization - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Harry Warman"Creative visualization is magic in the truest and in the best sense of the word. This involves understanding and bringing yourself into line with the natural principles that govern the workings of our universe, and the study of the principles in the most conscious and creative way." By ...
Views: 1939 - Athletes Creating a New Response to Pain - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Loren Fogelman“Success is how high you bounce when you hit bottom.”General George Patton Let’s face it, endurance events are painful. When it catches athletes off guard, their performance falters. The solution is to get beyond the pain, and to maintain focus in the present with the goal in mind. On ...
Views: 1937(2 votes) - How the Amount of Sleep You Get Affects the Quality of Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Carrie SabaDo you have those days when you just can’t seem to wake up no matter what you do? Do you often stay up late trying to finish your “to do” list for the day and then have trouble pulling yourself out of bed the next morning? We often think that missing an hour here and there of sleep won’t affect ...
Views: 1937 - Are Yo0u a Perfectionist? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Sharon Ball"The perfect is the enemy of the good." - Voltare Are you a perfectionist? If you are, you probably admit it with pride. You probably feel it shows you are careful and detail oriented. But the reality is that perfectionism can result in procrastination, loss of productivity, and missed ...
Views: 1936 - Idea Must Take Form - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Tracing ABC Tracing ABCHealing, then, takes place to the degree that we send down the right kind of thoughts into subjectivity. This does not mean that we must sit around holding thoughts. We do not hold a seed in our hand when we wish to plant it, and it is the same in healing; we do not hold the thought but ...
Views: 1935(2 votes) - Controlling Behavior: Allowing Others to Be - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe all know what it’s like to want to be in control. In some ways, exerting control is an important survival skill. For example, we have every right to be in control of our own bodies and our own lives. Taking control in these cases is empowering and necessary. Controlling behavior in the ...
Views: 1934 - AMBITIONS BEYOND MEANS ARE THE AXIS OF ANXIETIES - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Equbal WajidWhat is an ambition? Ambitions are the desires of our soul, which drives us towards a particular goal. As a human being, we are motivated by our goals to act and behave accordingly. When we achieve or come closer to our goal, we feel happy. When we go farther from our goal, we become upset and ...
Views: 1926(3 votes) - How to Diagnose Depression - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Wendy LauDepression is a medical condition. It is not just on one's mind. It is not an imaginary illness. It is a real disorder that requires to be diagnosed. Hence, a person who suspects himself or herself of being depressed must undergo depression test to confirm the existence of the said disorder. ...
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