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Views: 2887 - 3 Easy Steps to Banish Doubt from Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2017 from Dante PetrillaWilliam Shakespeare said, "Our doubts are traitors...” If you spend a little time thinking about this quote, you’ll realise its significance and simplistic truth. The doubts that you carry around with you and repeat to yourself over and over again throughout the day serve only to prevent you ...
Views: 2884 - THE PHENOMENAL BEAUTY BEHIND SYNCHRONICITY - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Cari MurphyThe Phenomenal Beauty Behind Synchronicity A coincidence is described as: “The occurrence of events simultaneously or consecutively in a striking manner without any causal connection between them.” DO YOU BELIEVE IN COINCIDENCES? DO YOU BELIEVE THAT LIFE IS JUST A SERIOUS OF RANDOM ...
Views: 2881(1 vote) - 4 Cornerstones to Doing Any Personal Development Program RIGHT - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi there everyone!! Before we begin, let me say that I use the term "personal development" very loosely. Anything that we are doing in life that helps us to grow personally, is personal development. So, taking a new cooking class is personal development . . . Deciding to travel to a new ...
Views: 2880(6 votes) - 3 Tips to Boost your Self-Esteem and Confidence - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2007 from a bSelf-esteem is essential for psychological survival. It is an emotional sine qua non- without some measure of self-worth, life can be enormously painful, with many basic needs going unmet. One of the main factors differentiating humans from other animals is the awareness of self: the ability ...
Views: 2877 - 5 Relationship Mantras That Will Shift Any Couple - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2015 from Ken FierhellerI challenge all my couples in my practice to create a higher standard for what is possible in their relationship. I think all of us believe that we are capable or deserve a great and fulfilling relationship. Yet if you take a good hard look around, you will find examples of a lot of ...
Views: 2871 - Energy Vampires: What Is An Energy Vampire? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe term ‘Energy Vampire’ can conjure up all kinds of associations and meanings. What Does Energy Vampire Mean? The question is: What does the term Energy Vampire mean? The logical answer would be to describe someone that causes another to feel emotionally and mentally drained and ...
Views: 2864 - Self Improvement and Motivation just got ugly- What you haven’t been told but MUST know if you want to succeed - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Kevin AbdulrahmanLong before I became The Man Inspiring Millions, an international author of several books, a sought after inspirational speaker, the authority in the field of Mind Nutrition and a sought after brand, I came to a realisation. Every winning individual and every winning team has had to come to ...
Views: 2864(1 vote) - ***What is My Job As A Parent? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Morty Lefkoe“How many times do I have to tell you?” “What am I ever going to do with you?” “What’s wrong with you?” “Don’t you ever listen?” Imagine yourself to be a young child listening to your parents repeatedly ask you questions like these. … If you stop for a few moments, listen to these ...
Views: 2860(6 votes) - Fear And Loathing = Celebrity Self-Sabotage - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteWhat is it about celebrity that often results in a pattern of self-sabotage and public humiliation? What drives the crash and burn of those who seemingly have everything going for them? Celebrities have success, fame and the financial resources to live a rich delicious life. Why, then, are so ...
Views: 2858(3 votes) - ***Get Rid of the Belief, “I can’t …” - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeA few years ago while in the midst of a corporate consulting assignment I realized that there was one crippling belief that was rampant in every organization I had ever worked in. And this belief was not only the most common belief in organizations, it was, in my opinion, the biggest single ...
Views: 2852(2 votes) - Self-Compassion: Survival, Not Selfish - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2016 from Michael MantellEver travel with children or those needing assistance? Then you are quite familiar with the instructions flight attendants give passengers to put the mask on yourself first before helping others. Makes sense right? Perhaps Lama Yeshe said it best, “Be gentle first with yourself if you wish to ...
Views: 2852(1 vote) - The Only Way To Feel Worthy - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Mark Ivar MyhreEver felt unworthy? Many people do. There's no substitute for self-worth. Self-esteem is a different story. Many substitutes exist for esteem. Interestingly, most people seem to confuse self-esteem with self-worth. Your esteem must be earned. Your worth is given. All humans are worthy. ...
Views: 2851 - The Art of Building A Successful Rapport With Anyone - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Belinda DalyWhat is rapport? Rapport is when you find you have established a friendly relationship with someone. It is like when you meet someone for the first time and you both instantly bond. For example you can be at a party and you meet someone and you both find that you have many things in common, i.e. ...
Views: 2846 - Personal Development Training – How To Influence People - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Ewen ChiaYou probably have seen other people influence their way to getting what they want. Do you want to be like them? Check out this personal development training that I have for you today. I believe you will be shocked at some of the things you will learn here. Before I continue, I need to mention ...
Views: 2840(1 vote) - Love is All You Need... Could it be That Simple? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2010 from Karen Schachter"Fear will stop your love; Love will stop your fear" (Morcheeba) We all long for connection, validation and understanding ("love") in our relationships, but often times, something triggers an old fear or ...
Views: 2839 - Being True to Yourself - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Carol GignouxI am so encouraged by the positive reaction I am receiving to my “Vampire Thinking©” series of articles. Many of you have written to me to share your personal stories about the positive changes you are making as a result of understanding your self-incriminating behaviors. You are becoming ...
Views: 2830(3 votes) - How to become a stronger person - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Anna AparicioEarly today I made a comment on Facebook: I tell you one thing you need in order to change your life: you need to be stronger. Straight away, I received comments saying “it’s easier said than done”, and asking “how is one to be strong when things are bad?” It is, easier said than done, ...
Views: 2829(2 votes) - Emotional Abuse: The invisible Killer - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe name of this article might sound a bit extreme and over the top, however I thought it was relevant to create awareness around this often overlooked area. This is a general description of Emotional Abuse, which is based on my current awareness and observations. Physical Abuse Very ...
Views: 2823(1 vote) - Learning to Accept Yourself - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Susan DerryToo many people are unhappy with their appearance, their abilities or their intelligence. They have measured themselves and found that they are lacking; that somehow they are not good enough, smart enough, wealthy enough, or attractive enough. Far too many people look for acceptance outside ...
Views: 2823(1 vote) - Shyness: Can Toxic Shame Cause Shyness? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who come across as confident and as though nothing fazes them, and then there are others who are the complete opposite. Based on how they behave, they will be seen as lacking confidence and as though they can’t handle life. But while people are often are labelled as ...
Views: 2822 - 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: 2816 - Lacking Confidence to Be Happy? Learn the Movie Stars Tricks! - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Janice DaviesLacking Confidence to Be Happy? Learn the Movie Stars Tricks! Fifty percent of the people in the world are searching for happiness, success, confidence, money and love. At birth new babies were not given a book with instructions and neither were most new parents, so everyone bungled along ...
Views: 2814 - The Crab Bucket Syndrome - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2008 from Keith BrayWhat a fabulous day yesterday with my grand kids. With no other adults around, and with the range of things that we did, I loved seeing the day through the eyes of children; and being “silly” at times also. I’m so grateful that the journey I’m on allowed me to have a day ...
Views: 2814 - Convert Your Inner Critic to Coach with Journal Writing Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Mari L. McCarthyWe all have Inner Critics. Some of us have several of them. Journal therapy practice helps us to plow through the Critic's debilitating tactics, and transform them into useful coaching. The recipe calls for plenty of pen, paper, and journaling, tunneling through the morass of inner doubt, guilt, ...
Views: 2813(1 vote) - Is Fear Porn Ruining Your Travel Experiences? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2015 from Natalie SayinDid you know that the term “fear porn” is on the rise? Used to describe a concept by mainstream media, it is the constant bombardment of negative images and words that affect our daily lives and thoughts. The Centre for Research on Globalization openly states that the “mainstream media is ...
Views: 2808 - Self-Reflection: Is Self-Reflection Good Or Bad? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, people are often so caught up in their day-to-day lives that they don’t have time to think about their life. As a result of this, it can set them up to go in a direction that doesn’t match up with their true needs. Along with this, their relationships can reflect who they ...
Views: 2808 - Increase Your Self-Esteem Using The Law Of Substitution - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2007 from Edward RybakovOnce again, at the beginning of the article I want to remind you that high self-esteem equals good relationship, achievements in business, strong health and finances. The development of your self-esteem opens the door to your special wonderland you always dreamed of. In this article I want to ...
Views: 2807 - Low Self Esteem Help: Ways To Improve Confidence - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Neelima ReddyAre you feeling down with low self esteem? Well, you should not, and you are not alone. There are a lot of people all over the world that are facing low self esteem. Because of this, there are a growing number of people who need low self esteem help. Do not ever think that this is something that ...
Views: 2801 - From Chaos to Clarity - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Stacey CurnowOne of my coaching clients is struggling with clutter. And although I don't advertise it as a service, I actually love to declutter and organize. So I offered to help her—and started the conversation by stating that I wouldn't try to compel her to give up anything she didn't want to let go. ...
Views: 2798(2 votes) - Self-Esteem And Creativity - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Jo Anne WhiteCreative Spark Within: I have often heard adults wistfully express that they are not creative, although they wish they were. My belief and response to their lament is that every one of us has a creative spark within, which can be ignited and fueled. How can we encourage children to believe in ...
Views: 2795 - Mind, Imagination And Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2010 from Robert DarbySelf Esteem The level of self esteem that we take away from our early childhood influences will have a major impact on how much confidence we have or don't have in ourselves. But the impact those influences have on us are not set in stone, since they are set up as thought and behavior ...
Views: 2791(1 vote) - 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 ...
Views: 2790 - 10 Tips to Improve Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Cindy .HolbrookHaving a High Self-Esteem is a skill that anyone can learn. Decide what you can and can't control. Change and act on the things that are in your control and release the things that are out of your control. "Nobody can go back and start a new beginning ... but anyone can start today and ...
Views: 2783(7 votes) - 5 Habits of a Confident Woman - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Suzanne FettingOur confidence has a big impact on how we enjoy life. People that are confident and happy with themselves unconsciously and positively affect the people around them. Have you ever noticed the girl that walks into the room and everyone notices her? People are attracted to her and she easily ...
Views: 2783 - ***What Really Determines Human Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Morty LefkoeI remember when I came to the realization that I frequently didn’t do what I knew I should do, and that I often did things I knew I shouldn’t do. It was 1982 and I had just gotten married. I was taking stock of my life. I realized I was totally committed to exercising regularly, I knew all ...
Views: 2774 - ***Other Peopling and Sense of Self - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2016 from Barbara SteppOf The classifications of animal, vegetable or mineral, where do we fit? According to most scientific authorities, we are the human animal. AS WE LOOK into the animal kingdom we discover more often than not there exists a herd. Some people call it a tribe-same thing. And the herd has the ...
Views: 2772 - Stretching exercises to increase height being taller open other opportunity - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Walter ConnorIt's a reality that tall people are a lot of favored and is possible to be additional successful than shorter ones. Being tall implies that you recognize how to take care and develop your body. For instance, girls notice tall men to be sexy. Hence, the "tall, dark, and handsome" criteria that ...
Views: 2772 - ***How to stop being a victim? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2011 from Morty LefkoeWe all know people who are “victims”—people who view their lives through the filter: “It’s not my fault. They (or it) did it to me.” When you understand what the feeling of victimization really is, where it comes from, and how it affects people, you will discover it is even more widespread and ...
Views: 2769 - 7 Strategies for Voicing Your Opinion More Often (and Why It's Important) - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Jessica McMohenIf you’re like the majority of working professionals, you’re shy about voicing your opinion. You might deliberately avoid situations where participation is mandatory, remain silent in group discussions, or simply say what you think people want you to say rather than telling them what you really ...
Views: 2769(2 votes) - Are You Acting from Gratitude, Love, and Trust or Doubt and Fear? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Dr Joe RubinoAs human beings, we operate daily reflecting a wide range of emotions with a multitude of motivations fueling our behaviors. All too often, we react emotionally to what others say or do. If our reactions are preceded by the emotions of fear, anger, or sadness, we forfeit our ability to act with ...
Views: 2766 - Four principles of ethical power - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Mark EyreHow do you feel about your life? Do you feel like you're on a treadmill, doing things you'd prefer not to do? Do you feel that you might only become powerful at the cost of being ethical? Personal power is a strange thing, and it has absorbed me for several years. On one level, it is ...
Views: 2765(1 vote) - How to Boost Your Self-Confidence After Your Divorce by Acting the Part - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Diane AdkinsIf you want to make friends or even attract a new partner after your divorce, first you have to learn to love yourself. Everyone's attracted to confident people, but how do you make your self-confidence and self-esteem grow? This is especially difficult if you've experienced a divorce. It is ...
Views: 2762 - Belonging: Can Toxic Shame Cause Someone To Feel As Though They Don't Belong? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperHuman beings have an inherent need to belong and when this need is not fulfilled, it can lead to all kinds of problems. Many years ago, if one wasn’t part of the tribe, their time on this earth would soon come to an end. In some parts of the world this is still going to be the case, however, ...
Views: 2761 - Relationship Advice - Why Do I Date Losers and Psychos? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Guy RussellEvery person has needs, wants, and desires. When one or more of those needs, wants and desires are not being fulfilled, people may begin to feel as if there is a hole that needs to be filled. They can project their source of happiness to the filling of that hole inside of them. So much so, that ...
Views: 2758 - Are You Struggling with Self-Doubt and Low Self Esteem After an Affair? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Andrew HunterDealing with an affair in your marriage is probably one of the most difficult thing any couple will have to cope with. There are obviously many relationship problems that need to be worked out, but one thing I find many women deal with after an affair is the feeling that they have no ...
Views: 2755 - ***How to Stop Emotional Eating (and other compulsive behavior problems) For Good - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Morty LefkoeWhen I first started helping clients whose major complaint was emotional eating—eating for emotional reasons when they really weren’t hungry—I assumed that the problem was caused by beliefs and conditioning, like most other behavioral or emotional problems. But when all the beliefs and ...
Views: 2754(2 votes) - ***Are You a Whisperer? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Nancy DanielsAre you one who often reverts to whispering or speaks consistently in a soft voice instead of a normal volume of sound? I am not talking about the horse whisperer or the dog whisperer in this particular case, but the individual who speaks in a whisper even when his/her throat is not sore or ...
Views: 2753 - Are You Codependent? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerDo you wonder if you are Codependent? Do you regularly sacrifice your opinions, needs or wants, and then feel resentful? Do you feel guilty saying no and resentful when you don’t? Are you controlled by, or try to control someone else, whom your thoughts and feelings revolve around, as in the ...
Views: 2748(2 votes) - Self-Esteem: Who Do You Want to Be? - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2008 from Margaret Paul"We lift ourselves by our thought. If you want to enlarge your life, you must first enlarge your thought of it and of yourself. Hold the ideal of yourself as you long to be, always everywhere." --Orison Sweet Marden, 1850-1924, Author and Founder of Success Magazine How do you see yourself in ...
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