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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- Facing Ourselves with a Willingness to Change - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesKaty nearly drags her husband, Jackson, to the therapist, though he readily admits that he has problems and frequently puts himself down. Married two years and with a baby on the way, the couple argue. At times, it gets nasty as Katy has a harsh tongue. She gets angry that Jackson won’t talk ...
Views: 1094 - Faith: Where Does Faith Come From? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one places their attention on achieving something or just on whether something can be done or not, their mind is going to have plenty to say. It could be fairly subtle in its response or it could end up being overwhelming. So the mind could come up with a few reasons as to why something ...
Views: 1890 - Fall In Love With It! - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Scott SmallwoodAttracting the things you want for your life - whether in the form of relationships, improved self esteem or the creation of wealth - requires following a formula, just like in a science or math problem. One of the steps in the formula involves what I like to call “falling in love” ...
Views: 816 - False Self: Can Someone Use Self Development To Decorate Their False Self? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one had a mark on a wall in their house they could find out why this mark has appeared or they could simply paint over it. What they decide to do can all depend on whether they know why the mark has appeared and/or if they are into home improvement. One may decide to just paint over the ...
Views: 1687 - False Self: Can Toxic Shame Create A False Self? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThere is often said to be a false self and a true self, and if one is into psychology or self development, they’re likely to have heard about these terms. If one hasn’t, they might sound a bit mysterious and something that one can’t relate to. But if these descriptions are put to one side ...
Views: 3053 - False Self: Can Trapped Emotions Create A False Self? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperMany names have been used over the years when it comes to describing that part of someone that is not real or authentic. And one of those names is the false self and many others have also been used such as: the mask that someone wears, the pseudo self and adaptive behaviour for instance. ...
Views: 1908 - False Self: Do Some People's Childhoods Cause Them To Develop A False Self? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who are in touch with who they are, and then there are some people who are not. But while some people are going to be aware of the fact that they are out of touch with themselves, there are going to be other people who are not aware However, when one is in touch with ...
Views: 1976 - False Self: Is The Need To Rescue Others Part Of The False-Self? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperFor as far back as one can remember, they may see that they have had the inclination to save or rescue others. As a result of this, they will be used to being there for others and doing what they can to ‘help’ them. For so long, it would have seemed as though they were doing the right thing, ...
Views: 825 - False Self: What Is The False Self? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIn the world of psychology and self realisation there are two terms that are often mentioned. And these are known as the true self and the false self. One usually comes to understand what is true about oneself, as a consequence of becoming aware of what is not true. By seeing the contrast or ...
Views: 2324 - False-Self: Can Childhood Trauma Cause Someone To Create A False-Self? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperIn an ideal world perhaps, every adults early years would have been a time when they were given what they needed to develop in the right and were prepared for the real world. This would mean that their caregivers did what they were supposed to do. Their caregivers wouldn’t have seen them as ...
Views: 764 - False-Self: Can Someone Create A False-Self When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough some people are in touch with their true-self, and allow their life to be influenced by it, there are others who experience life differently. As a result of this, it can mean that they are out of touch with who they are. When one is in touch with their true-self, it is likely to ...
Views: 1294 - False-Self: Can ‘Spirituality’ Cause Someone To Develop A Superiority Complex? - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone is spiritual, it can mean that they are ‘in this world but not of this world’ and have a deeper connection to themselves and nature. They will know that there is more to life than what their five senses would have them believe. So, while their mind, along with their eyes, will ...
Views: 887 - False-Self: Do You End Up Playing A Role When You Are Around Others? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time around others, they could find that they generally behave how they want to behave. This is then going to show that they don’t feel as though they have to behave in a certain way. One way of looking at this would be to say that one will be able to express their true-self, ...
Views: 1393 - False-Self: Is It Normal For Someone To Create A False-Self When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how one sees themselves, it could be said that the ideal will be for them to have a positive self-image. If this is in place, it is naturally going to be a lot easier for them to feel good about themselves. Another Experience Yet, although this is going to be the ideal, ...
Views: 1319 - False-Self: Why Do Some People Only Feel Confident When They Are Playing A Role? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn order for one to be themselves, it will be necessary for them to feel confident enough to do so. Therefore, if this is not in place, it is not going to be possible for one to express their true-self. One way of looking at it would be to say that one’s true-self is the top of a table, ...
Views: 1246 - Fame: Can Being Famous Give Someone A False Sense Of Importance? - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, it doesn’t take much for someone to be famous, and this has meant that more people are ’famous’ than ever before. In the past, it was often necessary for someone to have achieved something significant in order to be known by others, but in today’s world, this is no longer the case. ...
Views: 1715 - Fame: Can Childhood Neglect Make Someone Want To Be Famous? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was well-known in the past, it may have been because they had achieved something significant or it may have been the result of a crime they had committed. In today’s world, this has all changed and one no longer needs to have done either. This was something Andy Warhol alluded to ...
Views: 1754 - Fame: Why Do So Many People Want To Be Famous In Today's World? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf a teacher one was to come across a group of students and they were to ask them what they wanted to be when they are older, there is the chance that a number of them would have the same answer. It could be said that this is to be expected, and this is because they are at an age where they are ...
Views: 1871 - Fathers: Does A Father Play An Important Role In A Child's Development? - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been widely reported that a lot of children are now growing up without a father, and this is in addition to the adults who also grew up without one. There are, of course, a number of reasons as to why this is the case. Firstly, moral decay has led to an increase in hedonism, which has ...
Views: 1040 - FEAR - Of What? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Yvonne BignallThe most common reason I hear from people for not following their dreams is their relationship with FEAR. And it is not just fear of failure, for some it is fear of success. Why would anyone fear success? Success changes a number of things; the way people see you, the way people treat you, ...
Views: 2026 - Fear Free Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from John J. LimThe Major problem that most people facing when comes to public speaking is the unnecessary stress created from their fears such as fear of loss, fear of the unknown, fear of embarrassment, fear of losing faces… these are the major causes of all the needless pressures that hinders their ...
Views: 917 - Fear of change - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Angela Schulz-HenkeAs long as you think only what you have always thought and done, you cannot obtain other results. Are you afraid of change? Do you think that all is well, how it is now? Are you getting in panic when something in your living environment changes? Do you trust yourself to realize your ...
Views: 1264 - Fear Of Failure: Can Toxic Shame Cause The Fear Of Failure? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperJust because someone has the desire to do something, it doesn’t mean they will take action. Instead of doing what they need to do to fulfil their desire, they might end up doing nothing. In this case, it is not going to be possible for one to move forward; they are going to stay where they ...
Views: 1986 - Fear of Rejection, a sign of low Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2006 from Carla ValenciaOne of the symptoms of low self-esteem is to feel alienated and lonely from other people. Where do these feelings come from? . They come from the belief that everyone else seems to be better than you in some way and because of that they will reject you. When I was a child I felt that I was ...
Views: 2245 - FEAR: Overcoming The Single Biggest Factor That Holds People Back - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Margie WarrellFear can trap us in lives of quiet desperation that leave us thirsty for purpose, hungry for depth and disconnected from the unique potential that lies within us. New studies in brain plasticity have proven that by doing what scares us, we can build our 'courage muscles' and take our careers, ...
Views: 1485 - Fear: Do Some Peoples Childhoods Set Them Up To Experience Too Much Fear? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that while some people in the world are controlled by fear, there are others who aren’t. Consequently, these people are likely to live lives that are radically different. Therefore, although these people will live on the same planet, it will be as though they live on two ...
Views: 932 - Fearless and Focused for On-Camera Ease - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Sandra Dee Robinson5 Steps to Get You Feeling Like a Rock Star in Your Video and Media Opportunities What’s the number one reason people hesitate on moving forward in the use of video or other visual media in their business? I’ve found it to be nearly always fear of some form. Ranging from absolute ...
Views: 1483 - Feel Better About You - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2011 from Abigail SteidleyConfidence. Self-worth. Who doesn’t want those things? Yet, they can be oh so elusive. I’m in the middle of creating all kinds of new material to help others gain confidence, because I know what it feels like to not like myself, or to like myself and still not feel totally confident. So ...
Views: 1130 - Feel Invisible and Ignored at Work? Learn How To Be Seen and Heard! - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Ellen WagnerDo your friends and colleagues interrupt you? When you make a suggestion at work is it ignored; but later someone says the same thing, and the boss thinks it's a great idea. Do you sometimes feel you are invisible and not getting the attention and respect you deserve? All of us feel like this ...
Views: 5565 - Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Andrew HortonFeeling fear whenever you are thrusting yourself outside your comfort zone is a natural response. The challenge is to know when fear is justified and a reason to stop or when fear is just a normal part of the success journey and an opportunity for you to use the fear to sharpen your senses, ...
Views: 1687 - Feel the Fear – How to Build Confidence - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2010 from Mary Lee Gannon,“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.” ~ Dale Carnegie Self-confidence is a mindset whereby you are certain that you can tackle any challenge for a better outcome because you ...
Views: 1057 - Feeling Isolated in the Aftermath of Narcissistic Abuse - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2018 from Randi FineIsolation, Loneliness, and Disconnection in the Aftermath of Narcissistic Abuse Written by Randi G. Fine, Author of Close Encounters of the Worst Kind Every survivor of narcissistic abuse experiences feelings of isolation, loneliness, and disconnection in the beginning stages of the ...
Views: 1368 - Feeling Lonely? Time For A Change! - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Michael BrionThe other day I was browsing an online forum that focuses on relationships. They had topics ranging from your relationships with family and co-workers, to dating, to breakups, to general self-improvement, and many more. As I was going through some of the posts, one recurring theme kept ...
Views: 1501 - Feeling Sad: Seasonal Affective Disorder And Low Self Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2007 from Doug WoodsI find I get an influx of new clients at this time of year; most of them talk about having low self esteem. However, through their sessions with me, it is often revealed that they may not really have low self esteem but are suffering from a condition known as S.A.D. (Seasonal Affective ...
Views: 962 - Feeling Trapped - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Beth DargisPart of the reason people don’t get the simpler lives they want, is that they feel trapped in their current life. Stifled by obligations, responsibilities and other people’s expectations. It seems that the way life is right now, is the way it always is. Too often it only feels like you are ...
Views: 1293 - Feeling Uplifted or Uprooted? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2011 from Ava SaadiIt's been a busy week in some busy times, topped off this the interest in the day 11-11-11. Let's make it a little more exciting and give 11-11-11 a full moon. What has come out of this week? The wind storm, rains, and heavy traffic last night set the tone, and the thick blanket of fallen leaves ...
Views: 1570 - Feelingization – When Visualization Just Isn’t Enough - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2008 from Arielle FordAs part of my own process of preparing to meet and manifest a soulmate I created a series of processes for myself that I call “feelinizations”. While some people might call them “visualizations” I have found that “feelingization” is the more accurate term. Just being able to visualize isn’t ...
Views: 1622 - Feelings: Do Our Feelings Always Reflect Reality? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to watch a film that had no colour or sound, it is not going to be the same as a film that has colour and sound. It is unlikely to be as engaging or as entertaining, and one might soon lose interest and turn it off or walk away from what they’re watching. And the same could be ...
Views: 1885 - Feelings: Does The Fear Of Abandonment Stop You From Showing Your Feelings? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone experiences something, there is likely to be what is going on in their mind and what is occurring in their body. And if one is unable to experience both sides, it might make it harder for them embrace what is taking place and it may cause them to come across as being out of ...
Views: 1741 - Fight Instinct: Do Some Peoples Childhood Set Them Up To Disconnect From Their Fight Instinct? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperNo matter where someone lives on this planet, they are going to need to be able to stand their ground and to protect themselves. What this will do is stop them from being walked over by other people. Now, this is not to say that everyone who one will come across will have the desire to harm ...
Views: 1084 - Financial Management with Debt Canceled Service - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Bill NaugleCard debt consolidation will not only make your life easier but will also make economic sense. Facts relative to their financial history are the most significant items in beginning the search for the best financial management student consolidation loan. Term loans, also referred to as term ...
Views: 1169 - Financing Fashion: Why it's Worth Planning A Wardrobe Upgrade - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanLike anything else, fashion trends change, and keeping in style is vital to social interaction. After all, your clothes say quite a bit about who you are and how you feel about yourself. When you're hoping to make an impression in the job market, what you wear can potentially make or break those ...
Views: 2525 - Find Self Acceptance - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Lailah MoridThe meaning of self acceptance is to accept our shortcomings as well as our accomplishments. We all have faults and successful moments in our lives. Getting through life happily and peacefully requires us to understand the balance of positive and negative. We have hard times as well as easy ...
Views: 1456 - Find Your Vision - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2006 from Gabriel WoodFIND YOUR VISION There has never been, nor will there ever be another you in history. You are special! Perhaps you are unaware that you were being prepared your entire life for this very moment. You were born with a vision map that is intensely driven by some unique service. Vision can be ...
Views: 2955 - Finding Courage in Surrendering - by Submitted on May 05, 2016 from Andrea Ryan ProfaciFinding Courage in Surrendering Please allow me to start this post by saying that I am looking forward to the day that we as individuals can begin to accept, as well as seek to understand, all of what people say to us. It is quite common that we are quick to align with and apt to indulge ...
Views: 1266 - Finding Fulfillment - Change Your Thoughts and You Change Your World - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Linda SimmonA few years ago I took a hard look at myself and where I was and what I had been feeling for several years and I realized that I wasn’t happy. In fact, I realized that I was downright unhappy and even worse, I just felt empty. This took me by surprise because it wasn’t me. At least it wasn’t the ...
Views: 1390 - Finding Peace - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Stacey CurnowPeace doesn't require two people; it requires only one. It has to be you. The problem begins and ends there. - Byron Katie I love Byron Katie. I really do. I had a read a ton of literature on happiness – from academic studies to the Dalai Lama - and nothing helped me let go of my stressful ...
Views: 2632 - Finding the Strength to Love Your Reflection – No Matter What - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Dianne DanielsFinding the strength within your own mind, your own psyche, to Love Your Reflection can be easy when you are not faced with an imagined or real nemesis…being consistent and doing it in circumstances where you do not feel strong or confident is tougher, but it’s at those times that you must ...
Views: 1742 - Finding Your Passion - Simple Tips and Tricks to Finding Your Passion - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Joel B SeminarFinding your passion or life's purpose can at sometimes seem very difficult. What if we don't have a driving passion for anything? If life seems less than passionate, don't worry you're not alone. Life doesn't have to be mediocre, and even if you're not passionate right now about something, with ...
Views: 1207 - Finding Your Self Worth - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanDo you measure your personal self worth based on what others think of you? Do you work really hard to make others like or approve of you? Do you find it hard to say no to people believing that others’ priorities are more important than your own? Do you lack confidence? If you answered yes to ...
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