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- How to Combat Negativity and Build Self Esteem - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Lakeysha-Marie Green"Surround yourself with people who are really good and really passionate about what they do regardless of what it is... positivity and passion make a powerful combination." Rachael Bermingham Surrounding yourself with positive people who sincerely wish the best for you can do wonders to ...
Views: 1167 - The Reason Why No One Compares to You - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Lakeysha-Marie Green"Today, I will have no competition or comparison. I will simply be me, and that is enough." -Unknown It's safe to say that I was never meant to be anyone other than myself. So, what was with this business of comparing myself to someone else? Honestly? Sometimes it made me feel better about ...
Views: 1163 - Sometimes… Fairy Tales Do Come True... Lessons in Life from Diana Nyad - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Kami GuildnerWhen 64-year-old Diana Nyad made it to a Key West, Florida shore yesterday afternoon after swimming from Cuba 53 hours across the Florida Straits without a shark tank, her fairy tale came true. With her two previously failed attempts, she applied lessons learned and a whole team of wisdom ...
Views: 1028 - A Walk into the Serenity of Fall to Ignite Your Life’s Potential - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Kami GuildnerSchool buses, cooler mornings, the bugle of an elk, glimpses of yellow leaves painted amongst the trees – all signs of Fall approaching at a time when I want summer to last a wee-bit longer! I’m not certain where time flies, especially when it comes to beautiful Colorado summer days that I love ...
Views: 1056 - 7 Good Consequences of a Thriving Wellness Business - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Marjorie GeiserDo you dream of having your own private practice, so you can enjoy your family and friends, take more time off work, and do your life’s purpose? I would imagine your answer is yes! Quite often, though, something gets in the way of the initial vision of a thriving business. What I hear most ...
Views: 972 - A new mumpreneur’s 10 do’s and Don’ts - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Gemma Bellamy1. Do “give it a go” follow your dreams or ideas (within reason) Many people have an idea or some ideas of what they would like to do as a business if they could, if they were free to do it, but by far the majority of people simply don’t get around to it. Go on just do it! 2. Do research your ...
Views: 1479 - Transitions- Getting through the Difficult Times - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Norma ReidAlbert Schweitzer once said, 'At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us'. Thank you to those who have been there for me in such loving ways, rekindling the ...
Views: 900(1 vote) - Do women have to become more like men to make it to the top? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Ray WilliamsDebate over the existence of a “glass ceiling” for women for top leadership positions has been renewed by the publication of the book, Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead, by Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, and some new research data on gender equity. Sandberg is ranked on Fortune’s list ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - Optimism Optimizes Your Performance - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Valencia RayUnderstanding optimism is important to elevating your performance. Finally, the power of feelings and emotions are beginning to be openly discussed within the context of science, business, and leadership. Historically, the term "touchy feely" has been used to dismiss important aspects of ...
Views: 1130(1 vote) - A Life of Peace through Questioning - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonI work with women every week who claim that having a life of peace is their biggest priority. “A life of peace” doesn’t make for the best goal though. It’s not real specific. What’s that look like – really? I get it; they’re tired of the rushing, running, demands, difficult relationships and ...
Views: 1291 - Life & Work Balance – Myth or Reality? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Alyssa Johnson“Is it even possible to achieve life & work balance?” bemoaned a client of mine a few months ago. She was running herself ragged trying to juggle about 15 plates at once. She’d hit a wall and wasn’t even sure where to go from here. She was exhausted, short-tempered with just about everyone ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - What Is Important in Life for You? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonHave you ever asked yourself “What is important in life?” I’m not sure many people do. Let’s face it, life is busy. Life is chaotic. Life is exhausting. All of our “to do” lists are completely unrealistic and ridiculous. But that’s just life, right? Um….I’m going to be that little ...
Views: 1352 - Making Preparations - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Linda WilliamsMAKING PREPARATIONS What Are You Preparing To Do? By Linda H. Williams Are you preparing for the life that you want? Or are you just waiting for something to happen? We make preparations for everything in our lives – from preparing a grocery list to making ...
Views: 948 - The Gift of the Present, The Now - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2013 from Eloryia RAIt is imperative to realize and live in the gift of the present moment if you wish to create the life you desire. Living in the NOW requires letting go of two things; one is the past that keeps you tethered via your unreleased emotions to people, places, things and experiences you have no ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - I’m Not Perfect – But I’m Getting Better - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonOk, I admit it! I’m not perfect! Whew – I feel better getting that off my chest! Sometimes I feel a lot of pressure to seem like I’ve got it all together. My kids are watching me. My clients are watching me. People in organizations where I hold leadership positions are watching. I know, I ...
Views: 1333 - Keep Your Boundaries – 4 Steps To Keeping Solid Boundaries - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Gia CilentoBoundaries can be considered our personal rules of engagement. They’re the limits or guidelines we use to indicate how we interact with others and how we will allow them to interact with us. Some of us have multiple layers of boundaries and some have a simple set. Still others have different ...
Views: 1190(3 votes) - Have You Seen Your Inner Self Lately? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2013 from Dr. Anita M. Jackson"Your outer world is a reflection of your inner world." You have heard this before. It makes sense. Yet, do we really understand the magnitude of its truth? The very idea that your beliefs thoughts, and feelings (your inner world) directly influences your outer world experiences, especially ...
Views: 1075 - Storytelling: Directing Your Life on Purpose, with Purpose - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Valencia RayWe love storytelling; this love affair begins in childhood and we never outgrow it. Our brain is a "storytelling" organ, made perfectly for creating storyline. Life is not as objective as it appears on the surface. Via our perceptions of how we interpret the facts and experiences of our lives, ...
Views: 1119(1 vote) - How to Create More Meaningful Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonAre you longing for more meaningful relationships? A good place to start is with the people you love. These are the people who matter to you and you matter to them. I had an interesting revelation last night I wanted to share with you. I’ve known my husband for over 20 years. Sometimes we ...
Views: 1352 - Is Balance in Life a Myth? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonMost schools around here are back in session at this point. Finding balance in life may seem like a pipe dream for many. I see the harried expressions of moms as they drive their kids here, there, and everywhere. My foot was the victim of a grocery cart incident as a mother was rushing around ...
Views: 1184 - The Movie of YOUR Life - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2013 from MaryEllen TribbyDo you know what you want to do with your life? Really know? Do you want to start your own business? Ready to join the ranks of famous entrepreneurs? Entrepreneurs, who set their own hours, make the amount of money they desire, and spend more time with their family. Entrepreneurs who make ...
Views: 1201 - How do I get peace of mind in relationships? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonAs women, we love relationships! But how often do you find yourself asking “How do I get peace of mind relationships?” I mean, they can cause our greatest joys and our greatest heartbreaks! It can be quite a roller coaster if we’re not careful. Today, I’d like to share a simple process for ...
Views: 1278 - What Are You Talking About? How To Have Meaningful Conversations - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from Linda WilliamsWhat are you talking about? Is your conversation adding value to someone else’s life or are you just talking to hear yourself talk? How many times do you find yourself in a conversation that has absolutely no merit? You know the ones I’m talking about. The ones that begin with, ”Girl, did you ...
Views: 1001 - Relationships: How Can A Woman Get Over An Abusive Man? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperFor a woman who has been with an abusive man it is not always easy to move on. And this can be due to the following factors; how severe the abuse was and how the woman responded to the abuse. But no matter what took place or how a woman was able to respond to the abuse that was taking ...
Views: 1647 - Embrace Your Feminine Power - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Donna MarkussenI had the pleasure of spending last weekend with my 14-year old niece, Morgan, who competed in the National American Miss Pageant. You can imagine my excitement as her name was called and won the title of National American Miss, Miss Massachusetts Jr. Teen 2013! Competing in this pageant ...
Views: 1090 - Balance in Life: What Do I Need Less Of? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonLast week we looked at having more balance in life by asking “What do I want more of?” This week, I want to help you take the opposite approach with a little twist. There’s great power in words. I share this principle with my clients all the time. Take a minute and notice how your emotional ...
Views: 1298(1 vote) - Balance in Life: What Do I Want More Of? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonIt’s real easy as a mom to focus on everyone else’s needs. We want everyone to be happy and feel loved. But neglecting yourself doesn’t lead to much balance in life for you. I can hear it now – “Me? I don’t have time to think of me. I’m fine.” Really? If you think your needs are any less ...
Views: 1247 - Build Confidence to Step into the Life You Were Meant For - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonLots of people talk about the importance of learning how to build confidence, but they just talk in circles without ever getting to the “how to’s”. Personally, I find that extremely frustrating! I recently read a great book called the Right Questions, by the late Debbie Ford. She challenged ...
Views: 1243 - The "C" Word: Commitment Is Key To Living Your Dream - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Elaine Wellman"When is the last time you threw your WHOLE SELF at your dreams?" I don’t follow traditional religious figures but I recently stumbled on a You Tube clip from a sermon on COMMITMENT by Bishop T.D. Jakes and he posed that question. (Here’s the link if you want to check it out ...
Views: 1751 - Relationships: Where Do Women’s Expectations Of Men Come From? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to what a man is going to be like or what a woman is going to be like, we all have a set of expectations. And although these can be consciously known, they are very often out of one’s conscious awareness. So while a woman may be unaware of what their expectations are of men, they ...
Views: 1736 - Joy Stealers - How To Maintain Your Joy - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from Linda WilliamsHow did you start you day? Did you greet the morning with the expectation of good things, with the intentionality of happiness, or did you feel like pulling the covers over your head, and like chicken little, just burying yourself? Your thoughts as you begin your day, is a major factor in ...
Views: 1217 - ***Self Growth Official Guide Launches Extraordinary Women Series - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Nancy PhilpottIn a heart stopping, can’t catch my breath, Why Me? Why Now Moment? my mother passed away June 26, 2001. I thought I’d be ready when that moment came. I wasn’t. In less than a heartbeat, my life was transformed instantly, immeasurably, and irrevocably that day. If I had known then what I ...
Views: 3005(1 vote) - Creativity: The Creative Force of Words - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from Valencia RayThe creative process is advanced in the direction we desire - or not - by the power of our words. Words energize our thoughts. Words are our thoughts spoken out loud; they set the trajectory for our thoughts. They are one step closer to determining the actions we take. Guard your thoughts; they ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - Did you always think you'd be somewhere else by now? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from Elizabeth SpevackThose of you who have been following me for a while know how important I feel having a clear vision and goals that motivate you are. Sometimes, though, we may have the most beautiful vision – with a timeline to match – and just don’t seem to be getting there. If you would have asked me 10 ...
Views: 1020 - Why playing the comparison game is a sure-fire way to disappointment - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from Elizabeth SpevackHave you ever looked at other people and found yourself feeling like you’ve fallen short? Whether it’s comparisons to business or career success, personal fulfillment or relationships, we might find ourselves looking at what other people have achieved and feel that what we’ve done is ...
Views: 1010 - Have you ever had one of those days? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from Elizabeth SpevackHave you ever had one of those days where you’re halfway through it and you think it might be best for all involved if you just go back to bed and throw the covers over your head? You know, the kind of day when the words just aren’t flowing, the brain just won’t really focus, yet you have to ...
Views: 987 - The Highly Sensitive Person's Survival Guide - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Michelle SearsAre you highly sensitive? And I don't mean when you actually get hurt or when something traumatic happens to you. I'm talking about being highly sensitive when it's not really necessary. Like when someone says something mean or rude to you. Do you get all emotional and break down right on ...
Views: 1712 - Techniques to Help You Overcome Resistance to Change - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Michelle SearsAre you wanting to make change in your life but for some reason you just can't seem to make change stick? Well you're not alone. I get a lot emails from women all the time who ask me the same question about change. They all want to know why they can't make a change stick and the reason is ...
Views: 1361(1 vote) - 3 Reasons Why Sleep Makes You a Better Leader - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Valencia RaySleep is apparently a little known secret to good leadership that is critical to high performance and well-being. It is not just for beauty rest; there are plenty of leadership and health reasons for getting a good night's sleep. It has unfortunately become acceptable and even encouraged in ...
Views: 1069(1 vote) - How to Find Peace: Be Determined…Be Dauntless - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonI like to choose 1 word to be my focus and anchor each year. This year I wanted to learn how to find peace in my everyday life. The word I chose is "dauntless". I used to struggle a lot with of fear of rejection, perfectionism and self-doubt. I knew in 2013, it needed to end. You see, I turn ...
Views: 1257 - How to Find Happiness: Resentful? Who, Me? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonResentment. It’s such an ugly word. You don’t usually think of it when considering how to find happiness! But it’s critical to the process! Let me show you how… What causes resentment? Feeling taken advantage of! As moms, this could be considered a daily occurrence if we’re not in the ...
Views: 1227(1 vote) - Life on Purpose: What Do I Want Right Now? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonWho wants to live your life on purpose? C’mon, raise your hands! Don’t be shy! None of us want to reflect back and the end of our lives and feel like we meandered and had little effect on anyone or anything. But in order to have an effect, you must be intentional. Now, I know you’re ...
Views: 1137(1 vote) - How to Enjoy Life – One Day at a Time - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonEver wonder how to enjoy life? This month we continued our focus on living out our life’s purpose. Discovering your purpose can seem rather daunting, but once you’ve got a direction, it can be even more difficult to stay focused and not allow obstacles to get in your way! Let’s face it. ...
Views: 2048(1 vote) - 4 Easy Ways to Boost Your Confidence - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Julia HarrisIt’s very easy to overlook the wonderful things about ourselves when the world is constantly showing us images of perfect families or pictures of celebrities who have been airbrushed. You are in charge of your self confidence though, you can choose to actively work on becoming more confident or ...
Views: 1150(1 vote) - How Do You Find Your Purpose? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Alyssa Johnson“How do you find your purpose?” This is one of the most frequently asked questions! All of us what to know that we matter. We want to have an effect on this world. We want to know that everything we’ve gone through in this life was for something and that some type of legacy will be left. The ...
Views: 1182 - Super Woman is a Juggler Living in Suburbia - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Dr. Michele BrennanBeing a woman in today's society is full of challenges that our grandmother's never had to think about. So many women today are jugglers by profession. We juggle school with part time work, we juggle our career goals with caring for a family, we juggle the pressures of external expectations with ...
Views: 1369 - Top Lessons Learned in Life as an Adventure Seeking Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from kristie kennedy: As a first generation entrepreneur I have experienced a gamut of amazing adventures in pursuit of my purpose and passion. In retrospect, I see glimpses of what I was predestined to become in this world. I remember having a vivid imagination as a child. My childhood friends and I had our ...
Views: 1114 - What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Linda WilliamsWhat Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up? Dreams Deferred Remember when you were a little girl and someone asked you, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Chances are, you had a whole list of ideas – a doctor, a nurse, a school teacher, a ballerina. All you had to do was to think ...
Views: 1110(1 vote) - Jump, Grow Wings & Fly - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Noelene KarlsenOkay, it’s time to put up and really decide about this business of making your dreams come true. I’m directly speaking to those of you who have believed your own excuses for far too long, or who are biding your time, waiting for your ship to come in. (Update: There are no ships headed for your ...
Views: 977 - The KISS Approach - Keep It Simple & Start - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Noelene KarlsenI’ve never really made it a point to set aside time at the end of the year to reflect on the year that was, I’ve always been more excited to bet thinking of the year head & setting new goals. But I’ve realised that in spending some time reflecting on certain experiences & expressing my gratitude ...
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