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Survivor Guilt
On the evening of the 6th anniversary of 9/11 I watched the heart wrenching television images of children of those whose lives were tragically taken on that ill fated morning in 2001. These images stirred me to write about the topic of survivor guilt that is never too far from ... Views: 1359
Any home business or Network Marketing needs constant and effective action in order to produce a successful home business. Emotional Freedom Technique or EFT: What is it? The Emotional Freedom Technique is an instrument to help an individual move into the mindset mode and action of a leader to ... Views: 1359
Now, that’s a different sort of question isn’t it? I mean, at first glance, you might think I’m talking about a fugitive, or that you’re involved in a hide-and-seek conspiracy with your children. But that actually is not what I’m referring to at all. Instead, I’m talking about you, yourself ... Views: 1359
At a recent weight loss seminar, as we were discussing the subconscious obstacles to success, a hand shot up. We were talking about habits, pleasurable associations with the wrong food, fear of success and fear of failure. The question came from the back of the room, “How do I learn to love ... Views: 1358
The short answer is, You Bet! Too many people equate introversion with shyness, when in fact introverts are simply people who rely more on inner resources than outer ones, and deeply need a certain amount of solitude in which to re-charge their batteries.
Introversion may lie behind ... Views: 1357
Most Americans get really excited about the Fourth of July. This date is all about American independence. Unfortunately, when most citizens discuss their finances, independence is probably not the first word that comes to mind. With a bit of work and planning, however, it is possible to increase ... Views: 1356
Towards the end of 2016, it was clear that I was only getting so far; in fact, it was as though I was actually getting worse, not better. I had worked with people, but some of the changes that I had made didn’t last and I was only getting so far.
What also stood out was how I needed to be ... Views: 1356
While someone’s relationships can be an expression of their true-self, they can also be an expression of their false-self. What this means is that one can be surrounded by people who don’t know who they really are.
Unaware
Even so, this doesn’t mean that these people will realise this, ... Views: 1355
Golden haired like Rapunzel; dressed in a cute pink dress I comment to the adorable 4 year old little girl that she looks very pretty.
Her response stunned me… What did she just say? How dare she say that?
Then it occurred to me maybe this is how we, as grown women, should respond to ... Views: 1355
For years, I’ve often felt like the outsider. Not one of the cool kids in school. Not part of the in crowd. The MBA graduate who’s definitely not pursuing the typical MBA path – and definitely, at least to this point, without the typical MBA paycheque and back account. Still not married at a ... Views: 1355
Your brain is an exciting tool and lives in symbiosis with the sensations from the body. It's confirmed that your thoughts can transform your perceptions and actions, and also that your actions can alter your emotions.
At all times both of these factors impact each other, that's the reason ... Views: 1355
There were days when this world was so simple yet difficult. But then there come inventions, discoveries, and knowledge of science. These inventions bring triumph to this world and made everything so stress-free.
Innovations in information technology increased day by day. As a result, everyone ... Views: 1354
It could be said that having needs is part of being human, and this means that everyone has them. However, even though this is the case, it doesn’t mean that everyone feels comfortable with their needs.
A Difference Experience
When someone does feel comfortable with their needs, it will ... Views: 1354
Everyday millions of people try to become more confident by acquiring fame, power, money and popularity but in the end most of them never make any progress and end up feeling the same.
Most of those people were told to repeat affirmations, think positively or to believe in themselves but in the ... Views: 1354
Recently, I had the opportunity to spend the day strategizing with a group of smart women entrepreneurs from different parts of the world. It was an energizing day focused on topics such as effective marketing, clear messaging to attract your ideal client, time management and money.
At one ... Views: 1354
Social anxiety disorder is characterized by severe fear during social situations and this could start at a very early age. If a child does not get help and support, he or she could develop the condition until adulthood. The harshness of this condition could become truly worse that the ... Views: 1354
I opened up Sunday's Parade Magazine and read an article about "The Mixed-Up Life of Shia LaBeouf" written by Dotson Rader. Shia is a 23-year old wildly successful actor who's latest film is "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen". I saw the irony in the title of the article and the title of the ... Views: 1353
When asked the question "what did you learn today" most people will focus immediately on work or responsibilities of the day, dismissing anything else as mere trivia and having little or no impact on their lives.
Of course there are a plenty of good, even practical reasons to make learning ... Views: 1353
The turning point in my life came when I discovered the law of cause and effect, the great law of the universe, and human destiny. I learned that everything happens for a reason. I discovered that success is not an accident. Failure is not an accident, either. I also discovered that people who ... Views: 1352
Even though life is not perfect, that doesn’t mean that one can’t create the perfect life online. Along with this, they can also make it so that their experience online is also perfect, and as a result of this, it can make it harder for them to face the real world.
Time
Now, this is not ... Views: 1352
Many of us are raised into believing that humility, modesty and inner values are virtues. — And that those are superior and contradictory to being vain, selfish, and superficial.
That money not only can’t buy you love, but it’s the root of all evil. That we’re not supposed to think too highly ... Views: 1351
Women are the fastest growing sector of business in the US today and
women entrepreneurs are also wealth creators if they don’t sabotage their own success! And yet, so many women entrepreneurs miss the boat because of their mindset and lack of knowledge about money.
It doesn’t have to be ... Views: 1351
Trophies should be earned, not awarded indiscriminately!
Theoretically, in the interests of "fairness," certain "educators" decided some years ago to prevent "bruising" little egos, playing God really, and doing them a giant disservice, in that they are not being prepared for the real ... Views: 1351
Undoubtedly, you've known a few people that seem to sail through life, having no problems at all. They enjoy great careers, wonderful spouses, talented and well behaved children, lots of friends, and beautiful homes and cars. Everyone wants to be one of these people. Chances are good that you ... Views: 1350
The angry eyes and the balled up fists of the boys surrounding me was confusing to me. As far as I knew, I hadn’t challenged them to a fight or insulted their parents. So, why all the hostility?
It was 1955. I was 12 years old, skinny with incredibly big feet and Black. They were white, maybe a ... Views: 1350
Maybe it’s just me. But lately, I’ve run into far too many people who I would best describe as “life-diminishing.” They are filled with judgments, criticisms, and negativity. They are quick to tell others what they must do, what they must refrain from doing, what they should and shouldn’t do, ... Views: 1350
Women are the most creative beings on earth. You have inspiring ideas and daring dreams, however it can sometimes be a challenge to get the dreams out of your head and onto paper so you can design a plan to make it happen. Most likely, your “to-do” list is overflowing and your Big Idea hasn’t ... Views: 1350
Unstoppable confidence is the unshakable belief in yourself
and what you are capable of. With confidence, people pursue
their goals and persevere until they achieve them. Without
confidence, time passes as the people stay stuck in their
rigid comfort zones, unable to escape. Here are six ways ... Views: 1349
If someone had first started playing a certain sport when they were a child, there is the chance that they would end up being fairly competent as an adult. During their adult years, they could then go onto become a professional sportsman, or it may mean that they teach what they have learned to ... Views: 1349
Do you think you are a leader? I do—I think we are all leaders in different ways. Some of us just don’t know it yet. Some have known it all our lives, and have taken on the “burden” of leadership naturally.
What comes to mind for you when you think of a leader? A lot of people might think of ... Views: 1348
If one was to read a paper or to watch TV, there is the chance that certain things will draw them in. When it comes to a paper, they may look through the back pages before they look through the front pages, or they might not even look through the front.
Their primary interest will be what is ... Views: 1348
There are a number of things that one can be told when it comes to being successful, and what they may have heard on more than one occasion is that they should never give up. This could be something they have heard from their finds and/or family, or they may even have heard it from someone ... Views: 1348
Everyone needs some form of motivation to get them to do anything. This really means “sufficient reason” for doing it. It can take very little to motivate someone to do something pleasurable. It can take quite extreme circumstances to get that same person to do something objectionable.
The key ... Views: 1348
Is there something you have wanted to do, or more importantly, you know you need to do, to increase your happiness, confidence and motivation, and improve your future? - However, the thought of it absolutely terrifies you?
Is it to learn a new skill for work, or join a networking group to ... Views: 1348
The Foundations Of Success
Self confidence is a key element of success. Self esteem is a key element of self confidence. Both of these are either directly or indirectly dependent on how we perceive ourselves. So, how we perceive ourselves is a critical area of concern if we are having ... Views: 1348
You will be under pressure once you come across a Korean woman who has a flawlessly beautiful skin. Ever wondered why? It is because Koreans usually care for their complexion as their biggest investment, worthy not only of their money but also of their time.
Skin care in Korea is somewhat a ... Views: 1347
Causes of Acne
Continued
Consider the following evidence:
An Australian study conducted in November 2006 found that, over a period of 12 weeks, there was a 50% reduction in mild to moderate facial Acne when the subjects were placed on a diet that consisted of high levels of protein and ... Views: 1347
Domestic Abuse and Violence
From Seduction to Survival, Part Three
Written by Randi G. Fine
Domestic abuse creates a complex emotional and psychological syndrome in victims that makes their reality very difficult to accept. Victims believe that if they do and say all the right things, the ... Views: 1347
When some people use social media, it is a way for them to stay in contact with their friends and family. Some of the people they know could live down the road or a few hundred miles away, and others could live in another country, for instance.
This is not to say that they won’t share things ... Views: 1347
A few years ago there was a person on one of the social network sites I play around on and contribute to. She asked for my help on a personal issue, and I gave her some guidance that seemed to be really helpful.
It felt good. I was in flow. I was providing this wonderful service to someone ... Views: 1347
Having a weak will is often considered “normal”. Strong-willed individuals are admired for their success. While those with little to no will power just assume willpower is something some people get and some don’t. This belief deters them from ever attempting to change, or find the source of ... Views: 1347
It seems to me in society today there seems to be so much focus on what the definition of beauty is, and the sad thing is the message is always geared to what we see on the outside of someone and it makes me sad.
We have young girls who see and hear that message everyday and that message ... Views: 1346
Rapport
Rapport is the exchange of communication between two or more people. It is like a table tennis match with the ball going back and forth between two or more players. In good communications the ball is in play. When the communication breaks down, the ball is no longer in play and ... Views: 1346
If one has a question about an inner or an outer challenge, there is a strong chance that they will soon be able to find an answer. This is something that can take place without them having to move too far, and this is because they only need to go online.
Through using the internet on their ... Views: 1346
In the Jewish tradition, the New Year is received with a time of introspection and reflection to take stock of the previous year before moving into the new one. This is done during the first ten days, starting with Rosh Hashanah and ending with Yom Kippur. These are commonly known as the Days of ... Views: 1346
It can feel almost automatic to hold onto the past. We may not really enjoy it, but it’s what we know, and it can feel easier than making the changes that our necessary to living more fulfilling, joyous, meaningful lives.
After a while, the past can seem to take on a life of its own, gaining ... Views: 1346
We all wake up each morning with a personal vision of ourselves. We look in the mirror and see ourselves staring back, with bleary eyes and messy hair. When we see the way we look, we immediately set about improving our appearance. We shower, shave, wash, comb our hair, put on makeup if we are ... Views: 1346
While writing a book about my own journey to heal childhood abuse issues and chronic illness, I attended a talk by Dorothy Allison, author of the powerful novel, Bastard out of Carolina, based on her own childhood of abuse. Afterward, I asked, "How did you find the courage to write that ... Views: 1345
How do you feel about flying your freak flag high and proud and sharing your juicy goodness with us?
Being self-expressed in this way totally rocks and it's the fastest way to living a Kick-Ass Life!
You DO know that you have something special to share that is unique to you, ... Views: 1345
How would you like to feel a little more sure of yourself, or comfortable to speak in front of a crowd, or confident enough to speak up for yourself and disagree if you want to? A lack of confidence has the ability to affect one in so very many different ways.
Most people worry about a ... Views: 1345