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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- Faith in Yourself - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Rachel MadorskyExchange of information could help add meaning in your life and assist in making the right choice to live life to its fullest. It is necessary to view each disease as a lesson from which we can learn. From the moment the sick person openly acknowledges the existence of his illness, he has ...
Views: 1309(3 votes) - Ollie Ollie Oxen Free - by Submitted on May 28, 2006 from Pam ThomasWhat does hiding get you? We all do it or have done it in our life times. We hide or have hidden behind fears, old wounds, our past, false expectations (our own and others), perceptions…and why? Because hiding behind some thing that may be uncomfortable actual feels safe and familiar. As a ...
Views: 1309 - The Definition Of Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraBasically, the definition of self esteem means: that you should be confident in whatever you’re doing that you should feel good both in mind and body giving due importance to yourself, having that positive attitude in you and most of all to be worthy of the love and happiness you always deserve. ...
Views: 1309(2 votes) - Why preparing for the worst doesn’t actually help - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Felicity MuscatThe way you react to a situation affects the outcome. Repeat this reaction again and again and eventually this creates a pattern for your whole life. Many people find themselves thinking about the worst case scenario for any situation they are in. As children we are taught to “expect the worst”. ...
Views: 1309 - You’re Worth More Than You Think - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2014 from Carrie GreeneValue. What are your services really worth? What do your clients get as a result of buying your products or working with you? The price you place on your products and services is really no more than what you think you are worth. One woman I worked with charged $90 an hour for coaching; yet ...
Views: 1309 - Confidence Building Tips - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonConfidence is built by being systematic. Successful people are systemic thinkers. We are creatures of habit, and the key to building self confidence is to create routines and habits which work towards gaining self confidence. If you habitually do things which build your confidence then it is ...
Views: 1308(4 votes) - Self Esteem – What is Self Image and Why Is It Important To Your Self Esteem? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Amanda OllierWhat Is Self Image? In very simple terms, your self image is basically the mental picture that you have created of yourself. It is made up of a number of elements which fall into two broad groups. The first group contains the things which others are able to see and which could be ...
Views: 1308 - Watch Out for that Positive Attitude! - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2006 from Alison FinchI'm going to begin on a positive note, and with a couple of rather bold statements. Each and every one of us possesses a positive attitude somewhere inside us. If you're not tapping into your positive attitude right now, and don't know where it's hiding, this article is going to help you find ...
Views: 1308 - 7 Step Guide To Feeling Crappy About Yourself - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Steve ErreyA lot of people feel crappy about who they are, where they are and what they've got. If you want the same results, here's how to do it: 1. Take criticism personally. When someone tells you that you've done something wrong, that a piece of work isn't up to scratch, that you look tired, that you ...
Views: 1307 - Cultivate Your Creativity - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Susan BockCultivate Your Creativity By Susan Bock 2010 Each of my clients is unique, special and one-of-a-kind – which is why I love the work I do! Yes, each of us is unique, and yet I hear a similar message coming from many of my clients. One of the discussions that is pivotal in the GPS series ...
Views: 1307(2 votes) - Define what low self esteem is to you so that you can overcome it - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2013 from Michelle SearsLet's talk about low self-esteem because having low self-esteem can be totally life consuming for the person suffering. Although, you may not even know your true level is until something happens to you and you're forced to deal with it by yourself. Here's an example, let's say you're ...
Views: 1307 - Self Image, Mindsets And Weight Management - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Robert DarbyThe Origins Of Behavior When it comes to weight problems, there is a lot of good information and many good strategies out there to help. But these are mostly diet plans and many of those don't address the underlying dynamics of the processes of beliefs, mindsets, perceptions, self image and ...
Views: 1306 - The Secret to Reflecting the Positive - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Catherine Cardinal“The Secret” is a wonderful book. All of us need to remember that life is a reflection. And please know that the concept of what ‘you put out is what you get back’ is many thousands of years old. Do you feel that you have negative thinking? Most of us do to varying degrees. Our parents may ...
Views: 1306(6 votes) - “I Was Told That I Was Useless!” - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperI remember listening to Dov Baron in 2006 and thinking about I would love to know as much as he did. At this point, I had already been learning about self-development for about three years, so it wasn’t as though I hadn’t come across anyone like this before. However, although I had listened ...
Views: 1306 - 8 Proven Confidence Boosters - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Julianna GauthierDo you find yourself wishing you could be more confident? Do you feel powerless to change? Improving your self-confidence is something you can do with the right strategies, and you may even enjoy yourself while doing it! We all know that change can't happen overnight, but knowledge is ...
Views: 1305 - Moving Forward by Letting Go - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Laurie McAnaughIt's a new year......a time when we all decide to try and live up to those expectations we set for ourselves only to be disappointed yet again by our lack of ability to hold onto our convictions even until the end of January. We are all the same, aren't we? So why do we get so angry with ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - How Do You Estimate Your Professional Image In Today's World? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2018 from Steven StasczakEach moment of consistently you should live with the professional image of yourself. Some of those minutes are gone through communicating with others. A significant number of those minutes are gone through with yourself. Which is your better picture? The one you show to others, or the one you ...
Views: 1304 - Smart Women And The Tug of Transition - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, I attended a surprise 50th birthday party for a good friend from college. I had a fantastic time reconnecting with old friends and discovering new ones as well. One of the biggest Aha’s for me during the weekend festivities was the realization that most of my time is spent with ...
Views: 1304(2 votes) - Take the Compliment, Darn It! - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanHave you ever received a compliment and gotten flustered because you weren't sure how to respond? Your mind starts whirling with questions: Did you deserve such a nice compliment? Would you seem too full of yourself if you agreed? Should you simply look away and say a quick thank you ...
Views: 1304(1 vote) - Who Are You Again? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Vickie GriffithHe stepped on stage-- friendly, handsome with a mischievous smile. Flailing his arms, he jumped in front of the woman with the microphone, determined to speak. Snickers from the crowd indicated that he had been seen, yet he continued to do all that a three-year-old mind could comprehend to do ...
Views: 1304 - Reasons Why You Can't Count On Others To Motivate You - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Tony BurnellDoes anyone else really care if you are motivated? Of course, we all have a few people in our lives that care and some who depend on us being motivated. But most people are fully occupied running their own lives and dealing with their own issues. They are working to motivate themselves, unless ...
Views: 1303 - Smart Women, Niche Marketing and Yoga Johnny - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffIn my work with women, a frequent question is, "How important is it for me to finely niche my marketing message?" My answer is always, "Extremely important." The reason is 3-fold: 1. You save more time because you know exactly who you're looking for. 2. You save more money because you ...
Views: 1303(4 votes) - 8 Ways to Save Time to Revitalize You - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnWe were out and about in the car the other day buying supplies to make the cutest bags that will we are giving for gifts. We wanted to check with some other stores before driving all over town to see if they had the supplies we needed. Fortunately I had my planner with me that includes my ...
Views: 1302(2 votes) - Everyone Is An Expert In More Areas Than They Think - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Paul MonaxHave you ever thought to yourself that you aren't an Expert? Belittling ourselves is a crappy pastime that we all seem to participate in from time to time. We are all experts in a number of areas of life, based upon our own experiences. Every singe one of us is an Expert at many things, and ...
Views: 1302(1 vote) - 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: 1302 - 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: 1302 - New Relationship With Mom - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Shazna (formerly Sheryl) JaiThe thing is . . . I love a mystery . . . not a mystery novel . . . the mystery. When I was a child I would play games delving into the darkness, submerging myself into places where a normal child of eight would be afraid. But not me, I feel safe there, I surrender to the darkness and allow ...
Views: 1302 - How To Increase Confidence - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Peter MurphyConfidence is an important aspect of our lives which we don't very often pay attention to unless it needs a boost or pick me up but what about increasing your confidence? How to increase your confidence and keep on track with your goals by ensuring you are building up and developing the level of ...
Views: 1301 - Learning to Love Ourselves, some techniques! - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Katelon JeffereysI've been thinking a lot lately about love...loving myself, loving others, loving the world, loving what IS right now...on and on. I've been out of a relationship a long time, healing myself so that I could finally have a healthy, supportive relationship, SO that I could finally BE that healthy ...
Views: 1301 - Needs: Is It Important For Someone To Be Comfortable With Their Needs When They Are Sensitive? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone has the tendency to please others, it is likely to be a sign that they don’t feel comfortable with their own needs. It is then not going to matter that they are a separate human being, as their life won’t be a reflection of who they are. Point of Focus Their day-to-day life ...
Views: 1301 - Self-Image: Do People Become Irrelevant When They Get Older? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, there is often more attention is given to people who are at the beginning of their life than there is to those who are going towards the end of it. Yet, it might be more accurate to say that people are often overlooked before they even get to this stage. Youth What this ...
Views: 1301 - True-Self: Can Being Physically Attractive Stop Someone From Finding Their True-Self? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it could be said that one’s appearance is more important than it is has ever been, and this is a party the result of social media. One can feel the need to maintain a certain look not only in public, but also online. In the past, one may have gone under the knife in order ...
Views: 1301 - ***Are You A Negativity Seeker? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2020 from Judi MoreoRecently, I was sitting next to a woman at a meeting who turned to me and said, “Do you know any good gossip about any of these people here? I just love to hear the dirt on everyone.” Wow! What a way to go through life…looking for negativity and what she could find wrong with others and their ...
Views: 1299 - Domestic Abuse From Seduction to Survival Part One - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2018 from Randi FineDomestic Abuse and Violence From Seduction to Survival, Part One Written by Randi G. Fine One out of every four women will experience domestic abuse or domestic violence sometime in her life. Although women are more commonly victimized, roughly two out of every five domestic abuse victims ...
Views: 1299 - And If Feminism Was A Process And Not A fight? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2014 from Belinda MJ. BrownI bet you think feminism first started appearing in the middle of the 20th century. I dare to say you are wrong – do you know that the first recorded uses of the world date back to the 1872? And yet we still live in a world where equality is not the norm. But still “ we are moving faster ahead ...
Views: 1298 - Born to Win - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Dr. Nancy IrwinAs a doctor of psychology and a therapeutic hypnotist, I know for a fact that we are all born to win. We learn to lose, and what we learn, we can un-learn. A precious baby enters the world as a completely open conduit of love, acceptance, trust, and joy. Barring any predisposed physiological ...
Views: 1298 - Intimacy: Can Feeling Worthless Stop Someone From Being Able To Experience Intimacy? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that there are a number of things that people need in order to have a fulfilling existence. When these things are in place, one can feel as though they are on the right track. Close Connections One of the things that this is likely to include is having people in their ...
Views: 1298 - Get Over It - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Frances LucasDeuteronomy 31:8 “The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” We are so blessed to have God to lean on. When others have left us or let us down, we still have God. When we feel others don’t care, God ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - Therapy: Can Someone Become Dependent On Their Therapist If They Are Emotionally Unstable? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone is in a position where they find it hard to feel at peace within, it can be a challenge for them to be able to handle life. This is down to the fact that this could be something that affects every part of it. And if they were to think about how long their life has been this way ...
Views: 1297 - Your Story: Is Your Need To Be Loyal Causing You To Create Someone Else's Life? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one does a lot of reading, they may find that they read a lot about other people’s lives. This could be because they like to find out about how other people experience life, and it could also be a sign that they like to get away from their own life. There is then the chance that they are ...
Views: 1297 - Critical Thinking: Is It Normal For Children To Have Gender Identity Issues? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn recent years, a lot has been said about children who have gender identity issues. It doesn’t end there though, as a lot of exposure has been given to adults who are also going through the same experience. Confusion If one has heard a lot about this, they could wonder what is going on, ...
Views: 1296 - 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: 1296 - Are You Worth It? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanThis seemingly innocuous question from our Journaling Further Within book can really bring up all sorts of outdated beliefs and issues of self worth if you dig deep enough. I think most of us believe that we are worth the necessities of life – food, shelter, love, etc. But if we go beyond ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Offended: Does Someone Need To Embrace Their Masculine Nature If They Are Always Offended? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to stay up to date with what is taking place in the mainstream media, they may have come to see that it is not uncommon to hear about people who have been offended by one thing or another. This may cause them to wonder why people have become so sensitive in today’s world. At ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - What is Self-esteem? - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Brendan RehmanSelf-esteem is a way of being, thinking, feeling and acting that implies that you accept, trust and believe in yourself. When you accept yourself, you can easily live with both your personal strengths and weaknesses, without unnecessary self-criticism. When you respect yourself, you ...
Views: 1295 - What's Self-Esteem Got To Do With It? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2008 from Julie Donley“I don’t think I can do that,” says Shirley. “Does it matter what you ‘think’ or does it matter what you ‘do’?” I replied. “I never thought of it like that. I know I should do this; I guess I just don’t think I’m good ...
Views: 1295 - Insecurity Destroyed Thousands. Are You A Victim? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Joseph PlazoFact: Thousands wallow in depression because of insecurity. When you ignore the positive feelings tied with accomplishment, it's easy to slide back into negative self-talk and sabotage your success. In this insecured state, you may find it tough to focus on or permit yourself to enjoy feelings ...
Views: 1294 - ***Letting Go Part 1: what does it mean to you? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2013 from Tina NiesSometimes it’s hard to describe in detail what I do, other than I help people build a foundation of self-love so they can let go of whatever might be holding them back from whatever they might want to do or be. The reason it’s tough to describe is that Loving & Letting Go might mean something ...
Views: 1294 - Loving Yourself: There's Only One Prerequisite - by Submitted on May 28, 2015 from Tom Casano"What I am is how I came out. No one's perfect and you just have to accept your flaws and learn to love yourself." -Kelly Brook I'm going to be honest with you. I didn't always love and accept myself. In fact, even to this day there are still times when I don't love and accept myself. ...
Views: 1294(1 vote) - Why we should Celebrate Life's Occasional Failures - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Marquita HeraldHow many of us succeed the first time we try something? I’m guessing probably not many. But how often do we talk about what we learn from failure, how we would do things differently, and what others could do to avoid making the same mistakes as us? I would guess not often. The fact is most ...
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