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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- Tips for Creating the Story of You for Business and Life!!!! - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Bernadette BoasI never really paid attention to the literal meaning of the question “So, what’s your story?” I often found it to be sarcasm or merely a spin on asking “What’s up?” However, over the last five years, since being handed a pink slip of freedom from Corporate America, and journeying out into my ...
Views: 1140 - Victim Mentality: Do Some People Only Know Who They Are When They Act Like A Victim? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who feel like a victim from time to time, there are others who pretty much always feel this way. When one can relate to the former, it is unlikely to be something that will have an effect on how they see themselves. Momentary But if it does have an effect on ...
Views: 1140(1 vote) - Why Do Some People Only Care About Their Health When They’re Nearly Dead? - by Submitted on May 15, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperWhat I have thought about recently is why some people only pay attention to their health when they are in a really bad way. It’s a bit like only taking a car for a service when the engine is close to exploding. When something like this takes place, it is going to be clear that they have been ...
Views: 1140 - Boundaries: Are Other People To Blame If Someone Always Ends Up Being Walked Over? - by Submitted on May 26, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is in a position where other people have the tendency to walk over them, it is going to be a challenge for them to be themselves. They are likely to spend a lot of time on edge, as this will make it easier them to predict what will happen next. Through being anxious, it will be a ...
Views: 1140 - 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: 1139 - How to get the girl – a guide for nice guys - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Felicity MuscatRelationships form an integral part our lives. If you are a man with integrity and feel that the tips and seduction techniques online are only giving ineffective results at best – this article will shed some light on why you are having trouble finding and keeping a woman’s interest. Many of my ...
Views: 1139 - Humans Beings Have Been Conditioned To Be Submissive - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperFrom a very young age most of us were taught to respect authority; it started with our parents, then went onto include our teachers, and continued with the people we worked for. There will also have been the government, the media, and there might have even been different religious leaders. ...
Views: 1139 - Presidential Election: Are Some People Using The Presidential Election Result To Avoid Themselves? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperEven though that the presidential election is over, it doesn’t mean that everyone is going to carry on with their life. Instead, there are going to be people who are consumed by what has taken place. This is not to say that these people were not this way during the run-up to the election, as ...
Views: 1139 - **Quit Making Potholes into Canyons - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2020 from Judi MoreoThe minister at my church once told me “Worry is a form of prayer and the form most people practice often.” I’m sure he didn’t mean to be negative, but he wanted me to realize what people focus on is what they bring about. Worry is fear. Worry is a state of mind which is often brought on my ...
Views: 1138 - Perspective! Perspective! Perspective! Hard Can Be Easy - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Susan TartaglinoRecently, I embarked on a 10-day journey that would take me into rather deep levels of soul searching while visiting the Catskills in upstate New York. Anyone who knows me has full realization that I am not much of a snowy-mountain girl, but rather a sun & beach lover. Hence, a bit of physical ...
Views: 1138 - Self confidence and self-esteem - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Manfred JohannsenSelf confidence Confidence may consist of many elements: Appearance, Appearance of other people, Verbal expressions, Non-verbal expressions, Intelligence, Career, Graduation, Creativity and Health. The adults have another perception of the reality than small children. Small children live and ...
Views: 1138 - Delayed Grief: What Is Delayed Grief? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIn the same way that it is not always possible for someone to eat when they are hungry, it is also not always possible for them to embrace how they feel after a loved one passes on. But, while they will most likely be able to ignore their hunger from time to time without it having much of an ...
Views: 1137 - “I Had Severe Learning Difficulties!” - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperBefore I had read my first book on self-development, towards the end of 2003, I didn’t really read books. The books that I had read were the ones that I had to read whilst I was at school, and this meant that I didn’t have a choice. Up until this point, I didn’t enjoy reading; which was ...
Views: 1137 - **Who Told You Life Was Easy? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2020 from Judi MoreoLife is not easy. It’s downright hard. There are lots of troubles, irritations, and pain in life. Things happen! Things go wrong! People don’t always do what we want them to. Don’t depend on other people for your happiness. Depend on yourself. Be who you are. Do the things you want to ...
Views: 1136 - 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: 1136 - How to Overcome Self-Doubt - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2014 from Tony Fahkry“Our doubts are traitors and make us lose the good we oft might win by fearing to attempt.” - William Shakespeare Taming the monkey mind It’s an all too common experience - the silent, yet incessant self-doubt which inhabits your mind, combined with the stream of destructive thoughts which ...
Views: 1136 - How to use Self-Doubt as a Powerful Action Tool - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2006 from Michaela ScherrOne night last week after everyone had gone to bed, I sat by myself fully immersed in a self-doubt session. What if my latest e-book is a dud, what if my articles aren't up to scratch, what if I'm doing the wrong thing, what on earth made me decide to follow this path anyway (duh hello, you ...
Views: 1136 - Success: Should We Take Advice On How To Be Successful From People Who Are Successful? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone wanted to change one area of their life or a number of areas, it could be said that it would be a good idea for them to find people who are successful. Through doing this, they will be able to listen to what they have to say and this will give them the chance to experience life ...
Views: 1136 - Who's Irritating You? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Laurie McAnaughHe's so irritating! She drives me crazy! I cringe when he walks in the room! I can't even listen to her talk! Does this sound like something you hear yourself saying at times? Is there someone in your life that just pushes your buttons? Is there a person in your family, workspace or ...
Views: 1136 - 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: 1135 - Why Would You Want to Feel Good About Who You Are? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Theresa MorrisWe’ve probably all seen a parent impatiently talking in angry, disrespectful, condescending, tones to a child. WE might have been that parent at one time or another. Did you know that by talking in disrespectful ways to yourself or others the interaction can leave negative imprints on the ...
Views: 1135 - “How Do You See Yourself?” - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperOver a year ago, I was speaking to a friend called Wain, and we were talking about what we were working on at that stage in our life. I think he was working on a few videos and I could have been putting a book together. It was during this time that he went a little bit deeper and was curious ...
Views: 1135 - How much is non-investment really costing you? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Alun JonesWhen it comes to looking after your home it can be much easier to justify spending money to repair, replace, or purchase things that continue to make it a comfortable place to live in. It makes sense to look after your home, after all – it’s where you live, sleep, most often eat, and entertain ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - Social Media: Does Social Media Make It Easy For Someone To Create The Impression That They Are A Good Person? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone wanted to display their personality in the past, it would have been necessary for them to be around others. However, in today’s world this is no longer the case, and this is primarily due to social media. It is now possible for one to display their personality no matter where they ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - Why Confidence Doesn’t Just Happen: We need to Build it!! - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyBuilding our Self Confidence is the Key to Overcoming road blocks and challenges whilst building great relationships Confidence isn’t something that happens naturally it is built with the life we lead, the decisions we make and most of all by overcoming our challenging moments. We will ...
Views: 1134 - Boundaries: Is Someone A Victim If Other People Walk Over Them? - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one can stand their ground, it is going to be a lot easier for them to handle life. The reason for this is that they will know that they have the ability to say no when they need to, and to walk away from a situation that isn’t good for them. Drawing the Line Therefore, if they ...
Views: 1134 - Self Love - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Katrina HillWhat does this mean? A definition of self love is a love that is self-centered. Not in a sense where a person does not care about anyone’s well being but their own, not a me, me, me. A Love where you unconditionally Love and care for yourself. You no longer have the need or seek for outside ...
Views: 1133 - Help With Decision Making - How To Make The Right Ones For You - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Julianna GauthierMaking decisions can be overwhelming sometimes and cause a lot of undo stress. Especially when you base the decision on what other people want you to do. The decisions that make you happy and bring you success are the best decisions. Many times we need help with decision making. While this ...
Views: 1132 - How to Build Confidence and Self Esteem - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2019 from Steve ScottDo people possessing high self-esteem achieve greater success in life? You may have heard from many people that they want to increase their self esteem. They believe that once their confidence and self esteem is high, they’ll be able to achieve more and greater successes. While that’s a ...
Views: 1132 - Learning to Enjoy The Holidays No Matter Where You Are - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Laurie McAnaughIt's the time of year where we are reminded of all we have to be thankful for. For many, this time of year can also be very draining as it sometimes brings forth difficult memories and painful feelings of inadequacy as families come together. Do you ever ask yourself, "Why do I behave ...
Views: 1132(4 votes) - Motivation: Can Toxic Shame Cause Someone To Be Extremely Motivated? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to look into what is takes to be successful, they may hear that they need to be motivated. As if they don’t have this, it will be a challenge for them to consistently take action. Not only that, there is a strong chance that everything won’t go to plan, and this means that they ...
Views: 1132 - Today's Working Woman‘s Wardrobe: Do You Still Say Yes To The Dress? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.It's no secret that what you wear says a lot about who you are, your self-esteem, and your professionalism. Additionally, your work clothes "brand" your image on the job. So if you want to be taken seriously and be successful in your career, you have to dress accordingly. But you don't have to ...
Views: 1132(2 votes) - People Pleasing: Can The Fear Of Being Harmed Cause Someone To Please Others? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperOne of the reasons why someone would get into self-development is because they have the need to please others. What this will show is that they are aware of what is wrong and this is then why they have been able to take the next step. One Step Behind Yet, if one hasn’t reached this ...
Views: 1132 - How to Build Self Confidence in 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Greg FrostStep 1. Take a deep breath. There is a lot of clutter in the brain right now and plenty of negative thoughts that are getting in the way of you thinking clearly. What you need now is mental focus, focus that you need to pierce through the clouds of doubt in your heads and then transport yourself ...
Views: 1131 - How to Instill Self-Confidence in Children - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Kevin SinclairIt is often said, and rightly so that what your child is doing when he or she is 13 helps decide what they will be doing at the age of 30. If he or she learns to hold their head high regardless of what comes their way, they have certainly sowed seeds of success, prosperity, and happiness he or ...
Views: 1131 - IMPROVING SELF ESTEEM WITH AFFIRMATIONS AND THERAPEUTIC RELAXATION MUSIC - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2005 from Harry HenshawPositive self-esteem is very important for our general health and wellness as human beings. Having positive self-esteem is also important for promoting any type of healing, whether physical, emotional or spiritual. Poor or low self-esteem on the other hand can be quite detrimental to our ...
Views: 1131 - Recipe for Love - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Mary HorsmanJust a few simple ingredients, put together in a specific combination . . . Maybe it sounds too good to be true. But as my experiments in Love continue, I discover more evidence that supports this idea. Love is something that you experience when you create the proper conditions for it to ...
Views: 1131 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Try To Stop People From Seeing The Big Picture? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one has the need to find out about what is taking place in the world, there is going to be no reason for them to miss out. This comes down to the fact that the mainstream media is there to inform them. As a result of this, the only way they would miss out is if this was something that ...
Views: 1131 - Top 7 Ways To Gain More Confidence In Yourself (These Actually Work!) - by Submitted on May 20, 2015 from Ricky O' SheaWhy is self confidence so important? Having self confidence can mean the difference between success and failure. When you are confident, you spend less time fretting over "what ifs" and spend more time taking action. And as you know, taking action is what leads to tangible results. The ...
Views: 1131 - Who Is I.M. Heart? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Sue McDanielWHO IS I.M. HEART I.M. Heart is a symbol for all of us – me, you, family, friends and every person we meet on the street. Why? Because I.M. Heart is a heart- shaped character with feelings – just like all the rest of us. These include loving, gentle, happy feelings as well as fearful, angry ...
Views: 1131(3 votes) - Self Esteem Builders: How to Develop Self Esteem in 5 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Rebecca MillsDo You Display the Signs of Low Self Esteem? The key signs of low self esteem may be quite obvious; these include low confidence, putting up with mistreatment, under achievement, poor earning power. However there are also some subtle signs that you may not have realized: Do you live well ...
Views: 1130 - Self-Worth: Why Do Some People Only Feel Good When They Are Receiving Positive Feedback From Others? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it could be said that it is not difficult for someone to receive positive feedback from others. This is largely due to the fact that this is something that can take place by using social media. It’s Easy The only thing that one will need to have is some kind of device, ...
Views: 1130 - You Are Not Your Shame - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2019 from Kelley KosowWhenever I have the privilege of leading transformational workshops, I am always in awe of what an honor it is to be invited into people’s lives and have them share so openly about their past as well as the honest and raw feelings they have about themselves and their lives. I expect to feel the ...
Views: 1130 - HOW TO GET PAST THE BLOCKS TO BELIEVING IN YOURSELF - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2019 from Janette NovakMost people struggle with believing in themselves to some degree. While it's natural, it also can be quite debilitating. No one ever accomplished great things without a solid foundation of self-belief. Here are a few signs that believing in yourself is a challenge for you: 1. You give ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - I Went To Sweden For A Few Days - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAt the end of March, I ended up going to Stockholm, Sweden for a few days and this was somewhere where I had never been before. As a result of this, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Having said that, what I did know is that it was going to be fairly cold and that it was supposed to be ...
Views: 1128 - MATCHING PERSONALITY WITH CAREER CHOICE - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Mark IraborMany young people know exactly the type of job they want in future, but only few of them think about their choice. Others are not too sure. However, what must be considered first is the personality and interest assessment which can help in the career choice. Research has shown that an average ...
Views: 1128 - Dealing With The Truth - by One day I received an email from two members of my email list saying they didn't feel comfortable in sharing their opinions with the group because:
1) the posts seemed to be judgemental and angry rants.
2) members are suppose to be "happily unmarried" but many appear to be angry about their ...
Views: 1127 - Did you always think you'd be somewhere else by now? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from Elizabeth SpevackThose of you who have been following me for a while know how important I feel having a clear vision and goals that motivate you are. Sometimes, though, we may have the most beautiful vision – with a timeline to match – and just don’t seem to be getting there. If you would have asked me 10 ...
Views: 1127 - Do I have a choice? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayDo I have a choice? Man, there’s a question that’s been bugging me for years. And I know it’s been bugging many of you, as well. It’s a question closely related to the matter of confidence. Because confident people have a mindset of abundance, possibilities and proactivity. Whereas ...
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