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How Core Beliefs Run Your Life - For Good or BadFoolproof Ways to Use Assertiveness to Request a RaiseTips for Using Social Media in a Healthy Manner- How is Your Self-Confidence or Self Esteem? - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Lovie HobbsWhen you enter a room do you speak to the people you come in contact with? Better yet are you the first to extend your hand out for a firm hand shake when you speak to a stranger? These are signs of a self-confident person. Self-confidence is exemplified through your body language and speech ...
Views: 1076 - A Message for Times of Doubt - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Janet WilksThere are times, when no matter how focused we are on what we want, know what we need to do to get it, put plans into action, we are suddenly stopped in our tracks by doubt. We question our ability; we lose faith and self-belief. We have doubts about ever achieving our goals and the little ...
Views: 1308 - Rely On Yourself - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Ted CiubaPlease don't take this the wrong way, because that's not the way it's intended. But in a manner of speaking, I am excited about these tough economic times, these cutbacks, these peels and reels of people who were put out on the street. No job, three months of COBRA benefits, insurance only. It's ...
Views: 4336 - How to Turn Low Self Esteem into Powerful Positive Self Talk - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Beth Banning and Neill GibsonDo you get down on yourself so often that you feel depressed or weighed down by your negative thoughts? Have you lost the self confidence you once had? It may be helpful to know that you’re not alone. Many people have an internal dialogue that fuels negative thoughts and hinders their ...
Views: 1358 - ***How the Soft-Spoken Are Judged - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Nancy DanielsIf you are soft-spoken, how do you think others judge you? Do you think they regard you as being confident, assertive, and self-assured? If you are concerned about the image you project, then your soft-spoken voice is definitely not projecting those qualities. Instead, your lack of volume is ...
Views: 23170(2 votes) - White Knight Syndrome: Subtypes - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsTo create our subtypes we reviewed numerous cases of rescuing behavior in intimate relationships. We examined and compared the personality styles, behavior in relationships, and early history. From this review, four basic subtypes of rescuers emerged: the overly empathic white knight, the ...
Views: 17271 - What is a White Knight? - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsWhite knights have a compulsive need to rescue, but how and why they rescue can be quite varied. The following is an overview of the basic characteristics common to all white knights. There are also four subtypes: the overly empathetic white knight, the tarnished white knight, the terrorizing/ ...
Views: 3608 - 5 Symptoms of Low Self Esteem - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Jerry GrinkmeyerSymptoms of low self esteem are like symptoms of any other malady; they are indicative of an underlying problem that, unless treated, is likely to get worse before getting better. And as I stated earlier, health self image is your permission to succeed and without it, personal fulfillment and ...
Views: 4183 - ACT With Love: Tips for developing Self-Compassion - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsHere are some tips for developing self-compassion: + Start with mindful breathing. Breathe slowly and deeply. Breathe into your body, wherever it hurts most. Imagine your breath flowing into and around the pain; feel yourself opening up around it. + Place a hand on the area that is most ...
Views: 4471 - The Good News About Herpes: Sustained Emotional Reactions - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsAfter you’ve had herpes for a few weeks or months, the emotions surrounding it sometimes change. You might still have some of the initial ones we talked about, but they’ll tend to fade a bit as you get more information about herpes, in general, and your case, in particular. But now, some new ...
Views: 8470 - The Good News About Herpes: Early Emotional Responses - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsPeople seem to go through two separate periods in their reactions to having herpes. The first obviously comes right away; it starts as you sit in your clinician’s office and hear the words, “I think you may have herpes,” and continues until you get your test results that confirm those ...
Views: 8737 - The 4 Most Important Self-Esteem Building Words to Say to Children - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Sean SmithThere’s one 4-word phrase that single-handedly builds self-esteem, creates confidence in your children and causes kids to believe in themselves. Unfortunately, many parents don’t say it enough. That phrase is I'M PROUD OF YOU. Here’s why… Kids are born with very high levels of belief in ...
Views: 3195(1 vote) - Blueprint for Emotional Balance - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Lily MarsEven in the best of times, life can be challenging. Sometimes failing health or loss of a job may be at the root of our concerns. Other times it may be smaller things, such as feeling left out, being criticized or feeling judged by others that sends us for a loop. And that’s the focus of this ...
Views: 903 - Positive Affirmations for a More Confident You - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Greg FrostPositive affirmations have been a practice that has been going round since a very long time ago and now you can be a more confident person with the benefits of this method. It is not classified as a technology, although the old ideals behind this method has spawned many a scientific arena and ...
Views: 1873 - The Self Confidence Formula - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Ted CiubaThere's a reason why you want to do your affirmations right. It's called results. You shouldn't just dash off a quick read of the Self Confidence Formula—you should attack it like a religious congregant, because it holds the secret to your future prosperity. It consists of a carefully crafted ...
Views: 1203 - *** How to Live a Magical Life - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhitePeople often ask me how I live such a magical life. It's easy. I believe in magic. HA! The song "Do You Believe in Magic" by the The Lovin' Spoonful just ran through my head. But I digress - or do I? Actually that flash of music just proved my point. What you believe in is brought unto ...
Views: 1576 - Want More Love and Respect in Your Relationships? Start by Increasing Your Own Sense of Self Worth - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Beth Banning and Neill GibsonDo you keep getting in relationships where it seems as if you're being taken for granted--where you give, and you give, but get little or nothing in return? Are you beginning to wonder why people keep treating you this way? If so, you are probably also feeling pretty confused, sad, and are ...
Views: 1309 - Living a Complete Life When You Are Sensitive - by Submitted on May 01, 2009 from Antonis RemoundosOne day on the way back from visiting some friends out of town, I turned on my favorite radio station. Like every Sunday it was playing a play list; nobody was talking. After a while I noticed that although I was listening to music I really love and that usually stirs up emotions, this time I ...
Views: 1305 - ***It Is Possible To Get Rid of Your Stress - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Morty Lefkoe"Yeah, sure," you might say. "And how exactly am I supposed to get rid of all the stressful things in my life?" Here’s how I answered that question for myself. I was filled with anxiety for most of my life. I worried about what people thought of me, I was worried about not having enough ...
Views: 694 - ***Are You Sure You Can't Eliminate Fundamental Beliefs Quickly and Permanently? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Morty LefkoeAlthough most people think that behavior change usually is difficult and does not happen overnight, I disagree. About 24 years ago I developed the first in a series of interventions that literally do produce rapid and permanent change. The primary one, the Lefkoe Belief ProcessTM (LBP), ...
Views: 844 - ***What Really Determines Human Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Morty LefkoeI remember when I came to the realization that I frequently didn’t do what I knew I should do, and that I often did things I knew I shouldn’t do. It was 1982 and I had just gotten married. I was taking stock of my life. I realized I was totally committed to exercising regularly, I knew all ...
Views: 2712 - 10 Secrets to Expressing Yourself with Confidence - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Tricia GreavesFor too many years I suffered from a bad case of “approval-seeking.” I was desperate for validation from others. I never wanted to risk stating how I felt about things for fear that it would rock the boat and cause conflict. As a result, I saw myself as a victim of others’ mistreatment or ...
Views: 11420(5 votes) - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Linda BinnsWhat are you afraid of? We all have fears of some kind, whether it’s fear of public speaking, heights, change, failure or success, there’s usually something that we’re afraid of. Sometimes we know what it is, but sometimes it’s buried deep within. This fear can be sabotaging us and holding us ...
Views: 1789 - Do You Have Supreme Self Confidence? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Ray StendallHave you ever noticed that all great men and women who have done, or are in the process of doing, important work have the attribute of "Supreme Self-Confidence"? Before we go any further, let's define the term: Supreme Self-Confidence is the outward expression of an emotion that communicates to ...
Views: 1890 - Time Management - Lesson Learned , Decades Ago ! - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Abhijit KarDuring my eventful tenure with one of the largest Indian corporate "Bajaj Auto Ltd", i learned the most rewarding lesson of my life."Utilization of Time ", and such a huge concept was explained in few minutes by the Boss of my immediate Boss ( Mr DVP). It dates back to late late eighties , ISO ...
Views: 853 - Lack Of Confidence - What Should You Do About It? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from George McNaneySuffering with a lack of confidence is a common condition that can affect you in a number of ways. You avoid social events, because it's difficult to speak easily with strangers. You want to find the confidence to apply for your ideal job, but interviews fill you with dread. You'd love to ...
Views: 1386 - How Procrastination Damages the Psyche - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Paul KeeneProcrastination is a problem for people with or without ADHD. The damage doesn't stop with the repercussions of not following through. It is more than failing grades on a report card, loss of promotion, missed opportunities, or getting dismissed from a job. Although the consequences are ...
Views: 4409 - Building of Teen Self Esteem Starts at Birth - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Darlene SiddonsWhen does self esteem begin? Many times we think that self esteem begins in our children when they hit their tween years, not realizing that it really begins at birth. It is developed with the influence of parental attitudes and behaviors right from birth and then continuing on into all the ...
Views: 2070 - Boosting the Customer’s Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from John AOVListening Builds Self-Esteem It has been said that, "Rapt attention is the highest form of flattery." When you listen intently to another person and it is clear that you genuinely care about what that other person is saying, his or her self-esteem goes up. His or her feeling of personal value ...
Views: 778 - Afraid? Overcome Your Fear - Self-Esteem Booster - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Sandra GravesAfraid? Being afraid is normal, and if you are human just as I am then you feel fear from time to time. Feeling fear is not always a bad thing since fear can be healthy or unhealthy. A healthy fear is an emotion that warns us about upcoming dangers, preventing us from making mistakes. A healthy ...
Views: 2894(3 votes) - The Truth About Low Self Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIt is very essential for an individual to have a healthy self esteem in order to live a successful and happy life—both on a personal level and professional level. Self-esteem refers to the amount or dose of realistic respect that you possess for yourself. Individuals with a healthy dose of sense ...
Views: 737 - The Power of Personal Charisma - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from John AOVWebster’s Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary defines charisma as “a personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure.” Become An Irresistible Person Webster’s Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary defines charisma as "a personal magic of leadership arousing ...
Views: 982 - Inside Out Empowerment - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Kim OlverWhen we are thinking of making changes in our lives, all too often we look externally. We have a perfect picture in our heads about what life should look like, then we go about acting on life to give us whatever it is we think would be perfect. The only problem with this approach is that we are ...
Views: 1901 - How to Get Where You Want to Go - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Lois Marie GacherDoes someone else’s opinion of you determine how you feel about yourself? What determines your value: what you think of yourself or what others think of you? Self Esteem is your opinion of yourself. Good Self Esteem is believing in yourself. It means having an inner security that won’t be ...
Views: 1026 - Give Courage to Your Inner Voice - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Jo Anne WhiteMoment to Moment: How we view each moment and what we think about and what we tell ourselves affect how we feel. I realize this isn’t new information yet it can remind us of our own singular and powerful role in the unpredictable scheme of our current lives. The interconnected link between mind, ...
Views: 1513 - Repeat The Self Confidence Formula - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Ted CiubaRecently, my friend Wendy Robbins asked me how I would advise someone who had just been faced with a difficult obstacle. For example, what if you've been laid off, or you've just had a parent die? Whatever the circumstance might be, how do you regain confidence so you can move forward ...
Views: 848 - Building Unshakable Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from John AOVWhat difference would it make in your life if you had an absolutely unshakable confidence in your ability to achieve anything you really put your mind to? Identify Your Biggest Dream A young woman wrote to me recently, telling me that her whole life had taken a different turn since she heard me ...
Views: 835 - The Power of Unconditional Love - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Shelley Riutta“Of all the earthly music, that which reaches farthest into heaven is the beauty of a truly loving heart.” Henry Ward Beecher Cindy came into to see me because she was being so critical with her husband Bob, who she loved very much. She said: "Some of the things that he does just ...
Views: 1124 - TRAPPED BETWEEN AN ANXIETY ROCK WHEN YOU SAY “YES” AND A GUILTY HARD PLACE WHEN YOU SAY “NO”? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Dr. Jane BoltonA few months ago, I received an email with a quotation from The Invitation, by visionary author, Oriah Mountain Dreamer: “It doesn’t interest me what you do for a living. I want to know what you ache for, and if you dare to dream of meeting your heart’s longing. . . .I want to know if you can ...
Views: 2247 - Financial Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixWhen financial planner and motivational speaker Suze Orman talks, people listen. Orman says we all need to get our financial priorities straight. "The correct order is people, money and things. You have to care about yourself and others [first]. And you can't go from people to things; you need ...
Views: 1643(3 votes) - Changing My Story: How I Stopped Hating My Toes - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Liv LaneI used to hate my toes. I know it sounds odd, but I was so convinced they were ugly that I wouldn’t even wear sandals during my early 20s. Truthfully, I wasn’t really fond of anyone’s feet, but I thought mine were particularly hideous. And then I had a baby. Like many infants, he fell head ...
Views: 1508 - 5 Tips for Talking About Yourself in Business - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Pamela ZiemannMaybe your clients DO care a little about you. We’ve been told for decades that ‘your clients don’t care about you, but only what’s in it for them.’ As an entrepreneur, do you really believe that? Would you want to align yourself with people who don’t care about you at all? Not even one ...
Views: 1319(2 votes) - Emergency Tool Kit - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Christine McDougallWe all have times when out thinking, emotions, feelings and life in general are not moving the way we would like. We may be in a down spiral of negative thoughts, our emotions may be frayed, and life might feel stuck, or horrible. We may suffer from anxiety or depression. It is in these times ...
Views: 860 - Bless Yourself - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Mama Donna Henes,For some fifteen years now, the practice of Self Blessing has been the centerpiece of my personal spiritual practice as well as the many ceremonies and celebrations that I facilitate for others. When people are first introduced to the concept, they are often taken aback and suddenly shy. “Bless ...
Views: 7786(4 votes) - I am Fabulous: Embracing and Celebrating You! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Shelley Riutta“I am Fabulous”: Embracing and Celebrating You!” “You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire Universe, deserve your love and affection.” Buddha “And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously ...
Views: 3241 - 7 Steps to a Passionate, Authentic Life! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Ron HuxleyDoes this article title turn you on? No, I don’t mean in that way. I mean does it stir something up inside you that makes you want to jump up and shout “YES!” You aren’t alone. We are all looking for that muse that can inspire more creative juices into our work and relationships. We all want to ...
Views: 1573 - Self-Esteem and Happiness: Not Just Kid Stuff - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Louann HilleslandDoes self-esteem sound like stuff just for your kids? Not so. High self-esteem is a major component of happiness for people of all ages and for most of us, it requires cultivation. How can we cultivate self-esteem in the midst of a society that glorifies unattainable beauty and ...
Views: 970 - How To Boost Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Teresa MartiniBe true to yourself. Live your own life - not the life others have decided is best for you. You'll never gain your own respect and feel good about yourself if you aren't leading the life you want to lead. If you're making decisions based on getting approval from friends and relatives, you aren't ...
Views: 857 - Self Esteem: Need a Lift? Try Developing Your Own Self Esteem List - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Marlene LockwoodThe Self-Esteem Challenge There is no better way to check your self-esteem than to start dating again. I'm preparing to meet a fella with whom I have been corresponding with via email for several weeks. And sure enough, the mindtalk has begun. Will he think I'm too tall, too curvy? Will my ...
Views: 996 - The Self-Confident Person - Cause or Effect? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Brian WalshHow would you describe a self-confident person? Generally, many people consider a self-confident person to be a perfect know-it-all, who is the center of attention, and never shows weakness. Some folks confuse the terms self-confidence with self-esteem. The former is cosmetic, and may not be ...
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