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- The Power and Perils of Fear-Based Thinking - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI write a Tuesday column for the Huffington Post. In my most recent column about “Why rational thinking is not all it’s cracked up to be?” a reader commented that my example of a paranoid client was not a good one as paranoia is not rational. I did not say that it was, but used it in the ...
Views: 3335 - The Power of Heart-Centred Living - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2014 from New Conscious Living"A new type of thinking is essential if mankind is to survive and move on to higher levels." ~Albert Einstein Could this new "thinking" be coming from the heart instead of the mind? We are human beings and when we practice living in this world from a state of beingness rather than constant ...
Views: 1148 - The Purpose of My Passion - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Lynnette Tiller ApplingToday, as I was trying to sleep, the Holy Ghost began to show me the entire picture of my life and why ministry is so important. Now, this won't be a deep blog, but it is a eye-opening one! God showed me in less than 10 minutes the intimate details of the Purpose of My Passion. I have come to ...
Views: 1951 - The Real Reason You Have Fear - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Baeth DavisI've been thinking about this question a lot lately: "What's the REAL reason we have fear?" Why? Because I've been having more fear than usual. Why? I'm doing things that are new in my business and thus, I'm in unfamiliar territory. You've probably heard these explanations for the root of your ...
Views: 1353 - The Sears Tower of Terror - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2009 from Bill KingOne of my toughest fears to conquer was the fear of heights. For as long as I can remember, I have been petrified when I was in high places. It did not matter if I was on a ladder, a rooftop, or even inside a tall building. Yes, I said that, even INSIDE a tall building! For more years than ...
Views: 2159 - The Secret of Conscious Living - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Yamaya CruzAre you bored with life? Do you feel like you’re stuck in a rut? Do you feel like there is something more that you should be doing, but you just don’t know what it is? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not living your life consciously. You have become a slave to your own ...
Views: 1378 - The Secret to Letting Go of Every Fear - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Brian NicolettiAre you afraid of some condition in your life? Here’s a life-transforming secret: that seemingly scary condition, whatever it may be, is not the problem. It is your reaction that is fearful. This is why if you will become conscious of your condition instead of afraid of it, you will change ...
Views: 2277 - The Secret to Overcome Fear? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jerome RatliffFear, for majority of the world has ruined millions of lives. It has literally taken control over people's thoughts and paralyzed them from reaching for the sky. As someone ponders what their life could be, a very simple, self-defeating thought enters their mind..."what if?" "If I follow my ...
Views: 1212 - The Shock of It All- Living with The Threat COVID 19 - by Submitted on May 08, 2020 from Fern GorinCan the COVID-19 Pandemic Get Worse? Almost everywhere we go and everything we do has been altered by concerns about the Coronavirus. It is downright shocking, upsetting, and frustrating. Many people are bored and feel trapped at home and are getting stir crazy. How can we cope with the ...
Views: 901 - The Sky is Falling: Will I Die on My Next Flight? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsFive commercial airliners have crashed or crash-landed in just 10 weeks. It began on December 20th when Continental 1404 slid off a snowy runway in Denver. Now, Turkish Airlines 1951 has gone down while landing in Amsterdam, with nine lives lost and 50 seriously injured. It's enough to make you ...
Views: 701 - The Slow Journey To Recovery After A Car Accident - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2019 from Jessica McMohenWhen we talk about car accidents, we often frame the accident itself as the big event – the terrible thing that happened. In reality, though, a car accident is a second in time, but what really changes people’s lives is the aftermath. Injuries stemming from car accidents can have ...
Views: 1159 - The Solution To Social Anxiety: How To Overcome Shyness When Meeting New People - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniThe Solution To Social Anxiety: How To Overcome Shyness When Meeting New People If you want to deal with social anxiety self help is one of the options to you. There are literally thousands of sufferers out there, with around 10% of people thought to suffer with some form of social phobia - ...
Views: 1364 - The Steps to Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Kerrie WearingFear is an everyday emotion. It drives us to do things which we would not normally do. It has us acting and behaving in ways that are not who we truly are: divine beings of love, created in the likeness of God. Each day, we are inspired by the energy of love to be who we truly are. Yet we ...
Views: 1054 - The Stories We Tell Ourselves - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2017 from Jenn ProtheroWe have been bombarded with stories since the day we were born. Some stories make sense and are relevant to our lives. Some are so old and out of date and make no sense in today’s world. Some stories are beliefs that people who had influences in our lives believed. Some can propel us ...
Views: 1721 - The Stress-Free Move Hasn’t Been Invented Yet. But at Admiral, We’re Getting Close… - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Scott McNelleyThe Stress-Free Move Hasn't Been Invented Yet. But at Admiral, We’re Getting Close… Did you know moving consistently ranks among the top ten most stressful life events? Because of the total disruption in your routine and having your belongings in a state of upheaval, moving can truly be ...
Views: 1939 - The Transformational Power of A Three Letter Word - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Kim LoftisIn early December of 2006, I was reading the newsletter of one of my colleagues. In it, she was discussing a new program she had put together which included interviews with many well-known spiritual and personal growth mentors. As I read about those who would be interviewed, I found myself ...
Views: 1132 - The Truth About You and Your Balance Issues - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2017 from Sherry GavandittiTHE TRUTH ABOUT YOU AND YOUR BALANCE ISSUES Are you adjusting the way you walk because you’re afraid you’ll lose your balance and fall? According to the New England Research Institutes, the fear of falling is a recognized public health problem that affects 30-50% of older adults. ...
Views: 1447 - There is Nothing to Fear when Aging! - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Margo KnoxThe fear of aging is inbuilt in most people, due to our materialistic philosophy. Which is not our desires and ownership of things per se, but our idea that reality is limited to what we perceive through the five senses. This then divorces us from a spiritual experience, leaving the ...
Views: 1575 - This is What Actually Goes on Behind Closed Doors - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2019 from Sheryl PaulOne of the most common questions I’m asked is, “How come other people don’t suffer in this way?” It doesn’t matter if we’re talking about relationship anxiety, friendship anxiety, social anxiety, or any other hook that anxiety hangs its hat on, when you’re the one suffering it feels like you’re ...
Views: 1117 - This is What is Embedded Inside Fear and Regret - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2020 from Sheryl PaulThis is a story about what happens when we forget to make room for grief around transitions. It’s a story that illuminates the heart of a highly sensitive person, and how easy it is to overlook and minimize the tenderness of our hearts. It’s a story of remembering my own medicine, and how easy ...
Views: 1256 - This Little Piggy Doesn't Go to Market: How to Fight Fear and Make It Work For You - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsToday's reactions to the swine flu virus include: school closings, threats of borders closing, people being told to stay off planes and trains, high school sporting events canceled. The natural response to fear is to contract. This contracting behavior shows up in all types of animal species, ...
Views: 867 - This Technique Actually Heals Trauma! - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAround the middle of last year, there was a day when I felt like trying yoga again, and this was partly due to the fact that I felt lighter. What also gave me a boost was that I had just spent the afternoon with a friend. I had thought about doing this before, but I hadn’t taken the next ...
Views: 2075 - Three Keys to Christian Group Survival - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2019 from Richard Ruhling1. If everyone shared the truth as they see it, the devil’s forces would not know who to attack because it could come from every direction. God will bless those who share. The wedding parables have imagery of lamps burning (Lk 12:35, Matt 25) to share light. David cut off the head of the giant ...
Views: 1068 - Three Reasons People Get Stuck When Trying To Overcome Generalized Anxiety Disorder - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Dennis SimsekGeneralized Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder can play some nasty tricks on a person that makes them feel like they're either losing control, going crazy or even about to die. GAD is definitely chronic and every day is filled with exaggerated tension and worry that wears on people mentally and ...
Views: 1680 - Three Rules for Developing Courage - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from John AOVThe step-by-step development of courage in yourself is the first responsibility of leadership. The step-by-step development of courage in yourself is the first responsibility of leadership. The second responsibility is to develop and instill courage in others, your staff, your children, your ...
Views: 1688 - Tinkering To Get The Fraud Out - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Gayle Gregory"The most striking contradiction of our civilization is the fundamental reverence for truth which we profess and the thorough-going disregard for it which we practice.” Vilhjalmur Stefansson (Canadian Artic Explorer) Recently, I watched an interview with Brian Dennehy. As he talked ...
Views: 1452 - Tips For Conquering Panic Instantly - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2007 from Paul DylanConquering panic instantly is of extreme importance to individuals who suffer from panic and anxiety attacks. The fear of experiencing a panic attack can be so extreme it prevents many people from enjoying their lives and even from leaving home. Tips for conquering panic immediately; however, ...
Views: 1308 - Tips to Fight Depression with Meditation - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Eileen O'ShanassyOne of the most common, yet most complex diseases that afflict people across all demographics is depression. The combination of psychosocial and biological factors that cause depression makes it one of the most prevalent medical and mental health conditions today. We all have our ups and downs, ...
Views: 1670 - Top 5 Things to Keep Yourself Safe in Your Home - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Harper HarmonSafety should be the first thing that you think about if you are trying to provide a respectable home for yourself and your family members. You want to make sure that this One other thing that isn’t mentioned above is that of a smoke or carbon monoxide detector. Sometimes those devices will ...
Views: 1741 - Transform Your Fear - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Mike RobbinsFear is something that we all experience throughout our lives, especially on our journey toward deeper authenticity. Being who we really are, expressing ourselves honestly, being bold, and going for what we want in life can cause a great deal of fear in us. I get scared all the time. When I ...
Views: 1264 - Transforming Fear Into Success - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2009 from Renee ShupeWhat are you afraid of? Are your worries preventing you from getting things accomplished in your life? Everyone has fears and many people let those fears stop them from doing things that may prove to be worthwhile or even lucrative. How can you turn your fear into a positive force in your ...
Views: 1388 - Trauma: Can Someone Project Their Past Onto Their Present If They Experienced Trauma As A Child? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperThere are a number of reasons as to why someone would reach out for the support of a therapist or a counsellor. Still, if someone was to take this step, it could show that they are going through tough a time and can no longer handle what is going on. Perhaps they are experiencing a fair ...
Views: 889 - True Power Lies Beyond Vulnerability - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Bethany RosselitI remember the first time I experienced a "vulnerability hangover." I remember the exact date, to be exact. It was January 1, 2013. I had been blogging for nearly 2 years, sharing our adventures in sailing and minimalism. I had quit Facebook and started corresponding with friends via ...
Views: 1104 - Trust Your Intuition - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Ron BroussardHave you ever needed to make the right choice or decision but you're just not sure what to do? It happens a lot in our lives and it would be great if you could just get the right answer with confidence and move forward. Well, you can when you use your special power called intuition to guide ...
Views: 3818 - Turning A Negative Mindset Into A Positive One Starts With A 'Fresh Start' Journal - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2013 from Dennis SimsekSo you want to begin turning your negative beliefs around. Here is how to begin, buy yourself a notebook that is small enough to carry around comfortably during your daily life. On the front of the book, write "A Fresh Start". This book will be your best friend and will be your go-to guide when ...
Views: 1824 - TV Spot Blasts Obama on Terror; Secure America Now Is Focus of Nonpartisan Concern v US Jihadists - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSecure America Now sponsors an ad that recreates the “Daisy Girl.” It suggests Obama’s refusal to stand up to the Islamist Iran is risking disaster for America. Muslim jihadists in America are probable. Described as “a nonpartisan organization dedicated to bringing critical security issues to ...
Views: 1294 - Understanding How to Overcome the Fear of Flying - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Jonothan PetersAviophobia or as it's referred to as fear of flying, is a far more common problem than many individuals are ware. Aviophobia can manifest itself as a minor case of nerves prior to getting on an flight or may be a more intense episode of hyperventilation which may even stop a person from boarding ...
Views: 832 - Understanding the Nature of Fear and Its Effects on the Being - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2022 from santosh krinskyWherever we focus attention, we create a direct relationship with the object of that attention. It may be through aspiration towards a higher consciousness, devotion to an ideal or through love for a revered guide or teacher; or it may be through the reaction of fear about some person, event or ...
Views: 705 - Unmasking Fears and Their Symptoms, Which Fear Is Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Bruce ElderUnderstanding the psychology of one's self is a huge advantage. The mask of fear lives deep in the mind. Finding these fears within yourself and disabling them is key to breaking out of habitual reactions. Here is a list of common fears. I can't think of a fear that doesn't live inside these 6 ...
Views: 1092 - Unpacking Intrusive Thoughts - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2018 from Sheryl PaulOver the years, I’ve worked with many clients who have suffered from the intrusive thought, “What if my partner is gay?” (or “What if my partner is straight?” for those in a same-sex relationship), and while I’ve written several posts on the “What if I’m gay?” spike I haven’t written about what ...
Views: 1027 - Using Combat Breathing to Conquer Anxiety, Stress, and Fear - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Rich PrestaLaw Enforcement and Special Forces Anxiety Control Technique You Can Use If You Experience Anxiety, Panic Attacks, or Fear When in pursuit of a dangerous criminal that may be armed and willing to do virtually anything to evade capture, police and specialized tactical teams can't risk letting ...
Views: 8171 - Using Emotions As Tools - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2015 from Janet PfeifferVery often people query me as to whether or not anger is a bad emotion to which I reply "No." All emotions have purpose and value. None are good or bad. They simply are. It is how we utilize them, our actions, that determines their positive or negative value. Emotions are messengers that help us ...
Views: 1446 - Using Fear - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Deborah HillYou’d think that after skiing for over 46 years I’d stop being afraid when I hit a rough spot. But no, skiing in Utah I noticed the old feeling loomed over me like a dense cloud when I hit some difficult terrain. Why I’d put up with this feeling for so long I can’t ...
Views: 1057 - Walk This Way - Inspired by Passover: the Journey from Slavery to Freedom - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Belinda LamsAs we travel through life, we are constantly making transitions; leaving one place and going to another place. From______________To________________. From high school to college. From sickness to health. From single life to married life and sometimes back again. If you take a look at ...
Views: 1696 - WALKING BY FAITH IN THE FACE OF FEAR - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2010 from Jo Anne Meekins2008 held some highlights that were obtained strictly by pressing through fear to walk in faith. My God-orchestrated 2008 highlights included: publishing my first book with Author House; purchasing space to promote my book at Dr. Sujay’s Moving Up Conference in the NY Marriott hotel; my first ...
Views: 2144 - Want to Get Over Your Fear of Getting Rejected? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Royane RealHow do you feel about getting rejected? Does rejection devastate you, or do you shrug it off? Rejected. It can be such an ugly word. One of the reasons why rejection can cause us so much difficulty is that in our minds we often tie rejection to so many other ugly words that cause us even ...
Views: 2209 - Ways to Challenge Fear - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Sheryl PaulLiving with kids close to nature and on a creek, I find that my fear-mind has many opportunities to reveal itself. In spring, when the creek swells to river stature and rushes in white-lipped rapids, I worry that one of my kids will somehow escape through the gate and… In summer, as we gleefully ...
Views: 2231 - Ways To Deal With Panic Attacks: How To Prevent Panic Attacks Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2017 from Brett ManniWays To Deal With Panic Attacks: How To Prevent Panic Attacks Naturally Are you frustrated with finding a cure for panic attacks? Natural herbs and plant based medications may be just what you are looking for. Herbs have been used as effective medications for thousands of years. Even now... ...
Views: 1005 - We Are Eternal, Our Purpose Is Infinite - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Randi FineHave you ever asked yourself, “What am I doing all this for? Why is life such a struggle? What am I accomplishing?’” I am fascinated by life after life accounts. I’ve read a multitude of books written by reputable spiritual mediums and have attended their seminars. I have personally ...
Views: 1409 - WE ARE ONE - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2024 from Dr. Sonara Carter-BarberTuesday, December 10, 2024 was a sad day for me. Legend R& B singer, Frankie Beverly passed away at the age of 77 years old. I had to pay tribute to the man who brought much joy to individuals around the world with his music. Frankie was born Howard Stanley was an American singer, ...
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