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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- Finding Your Voice - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from joanna WarwickInside us all is a pure voice telling us which way to go and what is right for us. From our first sounds and noises most of us spoke uncensored and free to explore with our voices, until adults tell us we shouldn’t, we should do this and that instead. So to please our parents and those around ...
Views: 987 - Fireworks – Ignite, the light, and let it shine! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Bennie LouwFireworks – What an amazing song by Katy Perry. She reminds me of my inner strength and how we just need to ignite and shine and how amazing it is to know we have all that we need to succeed already within us. Like a firecracker has everything inside and when ignited explodes with bang of color ...
Views: 2198 - Five Good Minutes in Your Body: A Grateful List - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsYou know it’s a good idea—to make a list of what you’re grateful for—but you just don’t get around to actually doing it. So take the next five minutes and do it now. 1. Grab a pen and paper. 2. Start with your body and record what you’re most thankful for. You may list: Good health, good ...
Views: 1679 - FIVE GOOD MINUTES IN YOUR BODY: No Mind Reading Allowed - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2008 from New Harbinger PublicationsDo you worry about how other people perceive you? Do you consider yourself an excellent mind reader who knows what others think about you? Maybe you've thought, "He's disgusted by my weight" or "She can tell I feel bad about being short." The truth is no one can read others' minds, and it's ...
Views: 1042 - Five Important Steps to Building Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Sajith T.M.Self esteem is an experience. An experience that can be defined as experiencing one’s self; how one copes with life’s basic challenges and whether they view themselves as being worthy of happiness, and let’s face it, how many people do you know who you could honestly say feel that they are ...
Views: 1027 - Five Reasons to Feel More Positive About Your Life Today! - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Deb LambA lot of us spend too much time feeling negative thoughts. We need to stop that kind of thinking and embrace all of the positive things that will lead us on a path to a much more enjoyable life. By altering your mindset, you will be able to look at each obstacle with confidence and work your way ...
Views: 1001 - Five Things That Matter If You Want to Overcome Low Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Olaf Schwennesen1. Your self-esteem can be harmed by your thoughts and beliefs. But changing only your thoughts is not sufficient if you intend to overcome overcome low self-esteem. Unless you don't work you don't work with unconscious motives and intentions and re-integrated suppressed qualities, you will miss ...
Views: 1279 - Five Ways to Build Lasting Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2010 from Ronali dela CruzIn the process of building your self-esteem, don’t neglect the importance of acquiring practical life skills. A person can be physically attractive, incredibly talented, materially gifted, or highly educated and intelligent yet still end up a failure due to making poor choices. One of the ...
Views: 2975 - Five Ways to Expand Your Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2004 from Skye ThomasExpanding your comfort zone isn't quite the same as building self-confidence. However, the two do fit together rather nicely. The one begets the other. So many people feel stuck in a rut... bored from a routine that is safe and comfortable but not very exciting. Fear of falling flat on your ...
Views: 2107 - Five Ways You Can Build Confidence And Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2015 from Anita GinsburgHaving good self-esteem and confidence can make a massive difference in your life. You will be a stronger person who is more willing to take risks and confront problems head-on. It can take some dedicated work and effort to reach an optimal stage where your confidence can take you to where you ...
Views: 1129 - Flip the Switch: Let the Light You Shine Dispel Your Fears - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonWe have heard the phrase, “God doesn’t make junk,” but do we realize how divinely equipped we each are? Do we wake up in the morning and see a reflection of God’s best work in our mirror, or do we focus on the negative? Do we see only the things that we would like to improve in our lives ...
Views: 2202 - Flirting With Fear? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Cathy BrennanWhen I think of fear I think of that feeling in the pit of my stomach, hair prickling on the back of my neck, in response to a threat of some sort. For many of us that fight or flight response is triggered in a low grade way on a daily basis. It becomes a daily companion whispering in our ...
Views: 880 - Focus on Deliberate Creation Through Active Thought Processes - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Ruth HegartyThere's a balance that you want to strike between thinking and acting. Thinking comes first as you need to know what you want and why you want it in order to effectively go out there and get it. This article shares some ways for you to think AND create at the same time. Think of your actions as ...
Views: 1071 - Focus On What You Want, Not On What You Don’t Want - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperA number of weeks ago, I was having a conversation with a good friend of mine called Wain Gordon. This was a time when he spoke about how important it was for us to put our energy into what we want to experience. He said that it is easy to focus on what we don’t want and to completely ...
Views: 921 - Focus On Your Mental and Enthusiastic Aspect To Gain Progress - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Francisco CancholaThank You For Reading SUCCESS TACTICS FOR SELF IMPROVEMENT Every person does not believe that their emotional and mental features when combined, lead to enhanced self development. Feelings love to dominate our actions and reactions, even if we don't want it to happen. The society often see ...
Views: 498 - Follow-up in NLP Coaching - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2012 from Nicole SchneiderJust as easily could I have called this article “Follow-up in coaching”, but I find this particularly true in NLP based coaching. Simply, because NLP particularly seems to launch a coach to a level where they can go beyond merely a basic surface layer of coaching. Not only can you work with the ...
Views: 1819 - Foolproof Ways to Use Assertiveness to Request a Raise - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteYou are looking at your bank statement, and you realize that you’ve been getting the same salary for a long time. You know that you’ve added a lot of value to your company or organization, and you feel you’re entitled to a raise. Last week, your mechanic told you that your car needs a major ...
Views: 7385 - Forbidden Fruit - Or Not? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Judith ShervenHow often do you feel that other people get to have something that is forbidden to you? Something that’s forbidden, not because it’s impossible (like playing pro ball if you’re only 5 foot 4), and not because you shouldn't have it because it’s bad for you, but ...
Views: 814 - Forget about forgetting your insecurity — here’s what to do instead! - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2017 from Andy KayDeep down, we’d all like to be able to simply forget — or delete — our insecurity. Some people will claim that we’re better off having insecurity. Because it’s a natural, human trait that keeps us grounded and in touch with our humility. But when someone with certain ambitions also has low ...
Views: 1018 - Forget about never being made fun of: Here's what to do instead - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2017 from Andy KayBeing made fun of is probably one of the most common fears among people with confidence and self-esteem issues. And for many a good reason. With the possible exception of Larry David and other deliberately self-deprecating comedians, nobody likes being made fun of. When somebody makes fun of ...
Views: 1023 - Forgiveness, Confidence, and Other Spiritual Tools - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Kevin MillerKnowledge Gained at Spirit Quest camp…… An e-mail Study Course presented at the Universal Life Church Seminary. There’ve been so many things I've learned throughout the thirty weeks of this amazing Spiritual Enlightenment Course that it's impossible to decide exactly where tostart. The ...
Views: 785 - Forgiveness: Does Forgiveness Happen Through Force? - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one is harmed in some way by another person, it has been said that they can hold onto how they feel or they can forgive them. If one holds onto how they feel, it could be said they will continue to suffer. Not only will they have gone through a tough time as a result of the other ...
Views: 1624 - Foundation Of Self - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Tonya RamseyImagine you are building a house. The first and most important step is to start with a strong foundation. A good foundation will support the structure of the house; a bad foundation will cause endless problems with the stability of the structure. The same thing applies to our own foundations. If ...
Views: 1506 - Four Ways To Feel Blessed Come Rain Or Shine - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Tony Cuckson“May the soft rain fall upon your fields.” From ‘May the Roads Rise Up’, Old Irish Blessing Here is a line from one of the best known of Irish Blessings. Such blessings tend to begin with an invitation with the word ‘May.’ This does not demand. It invites. It is respectful and an invitation ...
Views: 1042 - Four Ways to Improve Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2006 from Barbara WhiteSelf esteem describes how we feel about ourselves .Our self esteem or sense of self worth is normally based on our perception of our abilities and how we believe other people accept and value us as individuals. self esteem affects our confidence and how we behave and function in life. It is our ...
Views: 1154 - Four Ways to Show Confidence - by Submitted on May 18, 2013 from Amr AbbasSometimes confidence is the most important thing that you will need to show in order for others to show you the respect that you need. Sometimes you will have to show that you know more about something than you actually do only to make yourself seem stronger. Sometimes you will feel that you ...
Views: 1012 - Framing Life in Positive Terms - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Nora Femenia,Focusing the mind on the positive We all go through some tough times in life, that’s just life; it can’t always be a bed of roses, if we are going to learn and grow up. However life is the total sum of your experiences, its meaning being what you make of it. The frame you use to understand ...
Views: 2211 - Free Speech: Are Facts Too Offensive In Today's World? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone has the need to say something, it doesn’t mean that they will say what is on their mind. And what can define whether or not they speak up is if what they have to say is politically correct. A Risk Now, what they could find is that it is safe for them to express what is on their ...
Views: 1226 - Free Speech: Are People With Emotional Problems Being Used To Control Others? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIt seems that there is a not a moment that goes by when someone isn’t offended about something. In fact, it could be said that this has become a competition for some people, and the person who is the most offended is the one who wins the prize. This might not be completely accurate though, ...
Views: 1275 - Free Speech: Is Being Offended A Great Way To Control People? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIn the western world, offending someone is often seen as being as bad, if not worse, than actually causing harm. When someone has this view, words are going to be seen as another form of violence. It will then be necessary to punish a person who has said something that is ‘offensive’, and ...
Views: 1160 - Free Speech: Why Are Some Students Full Of Rage? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone has watched at least one video of a speaker give a talk at a university, they may have seen a number of students try to silence the speaker. After seeing this, they may have wondered what was going on. This would have been somewhere where people are supposed to go to engage their ...
Views: 1129 - Free Speech: Why Is The United Kingdom Banning Free Speech? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAs time goes by, it is becoming increasingly difficult for someone to speak their mind in the United Kingdom. Free speech – the ability for someone to share their views – is gradually been curtailed. As a result of this, certain things are now being called ‘hate speech’. But even though free ...
Views: 1162 - Freedom Or Safety: What Would You Choose? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperAfter recent experiences and awareness’s in my life and also from what is happening it the public domain, I felt it was right to talk about my views and understandings of these two incredibly important areas of life. The Dichotomy On one side we have a great need to feel safe and on the ...
Views: 2524 - Friendships - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2008 from Philip BurgessFriendship, what is true friendship? This issue has been brought to my notice recently in a number of cases. Over the past year my partner has been laid up with an injured back and then with flu and a bad cough. In all this time there was a noticeable lack of communication from the majority of ...
Views: 1802 - From Failure to Success: Overcome Playing Small In 30 Minutes Or Less! - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Saskia Roell“Oh, I’m so stupid!” she said. Marcie tried to dial in to the Soul Tribe Coaching Call for the first time two weeks ago. She dialed the number and couldn’t get in. When she was finally able to connect to the call she realized that she had said, “Oh, I’m so stupid,” at least 20 times before she ...
Views: 1059 - From King To Pauper In Less Than One Week - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2008 from Timothy SmithThe site was Highland Park golf course in little Auburn, NY. The event was the 5th annual, growing in popularity CaddyMaster's Golf Tournament. On the line: PRIDE. Also a golf championship as well. Here's the make- up of the CaddyMaster. On day one 24 players made up 12 separate 1 on 1 ...
Views: 1560 - From narcissism to a mature sense of self - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from Felicity MuscatDid you know that narcissism involves an inordinate fascination with self-love, vanity, self-absorption, self-centredness, smugness and ego centrism? Did you know that it is considered to be a ‘normal’ condition of the infantile level of personality development? Did you know it means that ...
Views: 653 - From Passive to Assertive - Harness the Power of Your Voice - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from Cynthia ZhaiDo you find it difficult asserting yourself, either in a professional setting or in your personal life? To assert yourself means that you stand up for your own rights while respecting others'; you defend your own boundaries while respecting others'; you express your own opinions, needs, and ...
Views: 2275 - Frustrations of a Single Mom - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2014 from Jessica RectorI was a bit emotional today. My son was scheduled for his 15-month check up tomorrow. His pediatrician calls, and I miss it. I return the call, and luckily I do, because she tells me my son is no longer covered by his insurance. What? I am shocked. As I dial the number to his insurance, I can ...
Views: 1319 - Gain Confidence And Boost Self Esteem In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Peter MurphyWe all want to become more confident and feel good about ourselves so we can live our very best life. Here are some ways to gain confidence and raise self-esteem: 1. Do something that requires a decision and a follow-through. Have you been putting off writing that letter to aunt Martha? Is ...
Views: 727 - Gay Men and Femininity - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Adam BlumThe complex issues of feminity and masculinity play a key role in the development of every gay man. Why are gay men ridiculed in our society? Essentially they are criticized for expressing traits that are considered “feminine”. From an early age they learn that the way they walk or move, the ...
Views: 2807 - Get acquainted on how to have self-confidence - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from Laura SilvaMany people are interested in knowing how to have self-confidence, but less people know that self-confidence has a direct connection with your belief. A belief that you possess what it actually takes to accomplish your life or whatever you mind is set to. The higher is your perception and belief ...
Views: 1107 - Get Better At Chipping The Ball - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Walter BerryhillHow exactly do you get better at this now to hit the golf ball? You've mastered your golf swing, you've even tried avoiding the golf slice, but when it comes to chipping the ball, you find that everybody else is doing better than you. This is where you're wrong. That's because it takes time for ...
Views: 792 - Get Discouraged! - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerI was following up on warm business lead the other day, to which I experienced an unexpected emotional and physical reaction. The woman on the other end thanked me for contacting her, but then concluded with, “We already have what we need, so please remove us from your distribution list.” ...
Views: 1379 - Get Out Of Your Own Way - Tips on Becoming A Success - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondGet Out Of Your Own Way - Tips on Becoming A Success Jeanette Raymond, Ph.D. Ever wonder why the all pervasive hot tips on becoming rich, successful and desirable never work for you? It may be because you don’t have the relationship with yourself that sets the stage for success. The most ...
Views: 1567 - Get The Right Answers When You Ask The Right Questions - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Ruth HegartyAs a huge fan of self-reflection in general and having seen the evidence of it’s impact on success many times in working with clients (and myself) the only real question becomes: what questions do you ask yourself that have the power to elicit the answers that are vital for you to manifest your ...
Views: 1540 - GET WHAT YOU WANT! - by I've probably learned as much from my kids as I've taught them--maybe more. I learned this particular lesson from my oldest son, Mike.
The year was 1994. Mike was in the Marine Corp and home on a short leave. I was in the throws of buying my first "real" computer. I'd been using personal ...
Views: 766 - Getting Confidence from Others - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from John SteelyGaining confidence can be difficult, particularly if you are just starting after a history of not having any. If you have a list of situations where you did not accomplish what you set out to get done, or you have not gotten what you strived for, confidence can be in short supply. One way to ...
Views: 1455 - Getting Confident At Workplace - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from yogesh VermaniSpoken English & Career Development Institute Success Vision Infotainment (SVI) Getting Confident at Workplace : Yogesh Vermani I got a chance to interact and work with top brass of companies during my 5 years tenure ...
Views: 1744 - Getting Over Being Overly Critical of Oneself - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Roseanna LeatonDo you feel as I you don't measure up to other people's expectations? Do you constantly feel that you should have done this, that or the other? Do you get to the end of the day and feel that yet again you haven't quite done all of the things you set out to do? If so, you are not alone; many ...
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