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- REVEALED! Why Most Young Sales People Don't Reach their Goals for Sales! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Gary DalyIf you are a young professional entering the world of sales, you will most likely have goals for sales targets you want to reach. You will probably go into this new role with a lot of enthusiasm after watching movies of sales people having all the flashy cars etc… But then something happens. You ...
Views: 1426(2 votes) - REVEALED! Why Most Young Sales People Don't Reach their Goals for Sales! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Gary DalyIf you are a young professional entering the world of sales, you will most likely have goals for sales targets you want to reach. You will probably go into this new role with a lot of enthusiasm after watching movies of sales people having all the flashy cars etc… But then something happens. You ...
Views: 6 - FEAR OF DEATH-DETERIORATION OF PRANA OR VITAL FORCE - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIf the balance of vital force remains stable all classes and sub classes of life will work desirably. The body thus will experience good health, mind will be happy and the psyche will ooze with good intentions and contentment. Yet if in that arena distortions manifest the result is hardships and ...
Views: 802 - Changing Your Life With a Pair of Boots - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Michelle GreeneAre you like most people and would totally love the results and the good feelings that come as a result of changing your life? If so, there’s a downside to change – and here it is, despite how much you sincerely want a change, there’s always something that holds you back. It can be the ...
Views: 1494(1 vote) - Motivation - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2012 from David PollackLike most animals, humans are motivated through the brain's dopamine system. When we experience something that makes us feel good -- generally through the release of endorphins, the brain associates the activity that generated the pleasure with that pleasure, and through the use of dopamine, ...
Views: 1031(1 vote) - Finding My Inner Voice! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Michelle BiancoEveryone deals with struggles in life, things that happen which are out of our control. What is most important is how you confront these life struggles. Do you continue to live your life being miserable or do you take control, find your voice, and persevere? I, like all people in life, had my ...
Views: 892 - Develop Goals To Help Manage Your Fears - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2012 from Stanley PopovichBy: Stan Popovich We all have to deal with fear and anxiety in our life. Our fears and anxieties can reduce our self-confidence and help prevent us from getting what we want. One of the ways to help manage your fears is to develop some goals and then focus on reaching those ...
Views: 800 - Finding The Source Of Your Fears - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2012 from Stanley PopovichBy: Stanley Popovich A sure way to overcoming your fears and anxieties is in finding the source of your fears and being able to manage it. In dealing with any kinds of fears or anxieties, try to learn what is the real source of your fears and anxieties. Knowing what is causing your anxieties ...
Views: 807 - 5 Things Resilient Women Do - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Gabrielle Marie LoomisI invite you to take a moment and think about the women you know or admire. Perhaps it’s your mother or favorite teacher or even Miss Oprah Winfrey herself - what is it about these women that garners your affection and admiration? While they might possess many endearing qualities such as ...
Views: 1170 - Meditation: the Great Remover of Fear - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Margo KnoxWhy Meditiate? Keeping on with daily practises for spiritual enlighmentment, knowing what your tue purpose is, and using that deep sense of agape love to guide your daily activity. "Better than power over all the earth, better than going to heaven, and better than dominion over the worlds ...
Views: 998(2 votes) - ANGER… - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2012 from Larry CraneAnger... This is a subject no one of likes to discuss. We try to pretend we don’t get angry. We don’t like to face our anger or rage because this is showing us our really intense negative feelings. In anger we are venting, expressing, and brooding. We are avoiding taking responsibility for ...
Views: 1419(2 votes) - Choosing Happiness in Difficult Times - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from Jan Engels-SmithSome articles or information downloads from the spirits necessitate distribution and then need to be communicated repeatedly. I realize this to be true with the article I wrote titled: Choosing Happiness in Difficult Times. I use this article and the information that flowed from the spirits in ...
Views: 785(1 vote) - 5 Tricks to Conquering Fear, Why You Don´t Have to Live in a Bus by the River - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from Drifa Ulfarsdottir“The enemy is fear. We think it is hate; but, it is fear.” Mahatma Gandhi There are basically two major motivators in our lives, fear and love. The problem is that fear is the one that we predominantly use to dictate what decisions and what direction we are going to take in our lives. When ...
Views: 1188(2 votes) - What is the biggest obstacle that keeps us from accomplishing our goals? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Larry CraneIf we asked ourselves what is keeping me from accomplishing my goals, we would immediately see a few things in the way. We may instantly see or sense fear or resistance. Another factor may include believing, “I can’t!” By holding onto fear and resistance, or having beliefs stating I can’t, ...
Views: 1552(1 vote) - Experiencing the Resonance of ME - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Rosie KuhnSitting on the side of the mountain in my little trailer overlooking paradise I still wonder when things will shift; when I’ll get that phone call that says my life, as I’ve imagined it to be, is beginning NOW; that the moment has arrived – I’ve finally hit the Jackpot! While sitting on the ...
Views: 955 - Five techniques to a better self-esteem - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Andy PetrellCheck out the 5 methods - which might improve your self-esteem Self-esteem consists of numerous different aspects: one person's feel of self-esteem is based on what he is able to do and think, while the other person is certain of his social skills and the ability to get along with all kinds ...
Views: 991(1 vote) - 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: 721 - FEAR AND PARENTING - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2012 from Ken ThomI am challenged on a daily basis to help families identify their own fears. Many times this is not an easy task because we are so resistant to admitting that we are afraid. We are conditioned to not experience fear. Fear is not an acceptable emotion in our society. Men are supposed to be ...
Views: 903 - Finding a cure for Anxiety - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Benjamin BarrattFor the past 2 years my life has been amazing, I brought a house, meet my dream partner and all my relationships with family and friends are brilliant, if you were to meet me now, you would have never known that in the previous 4 years I suffered from severe anxiety that left me house bound for ...
Views: 1407 - Taking That NEXT Step - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Michael SpillmanSometimes that "next step" can be the hardest to take. True or False? I guess it really depends on what that next step is, right? Just getting straight to the point here - whatever that "next step" is for you, if you never take it you will never get where you are going. Pretty simple. But, ...
Views: 1147 - When Is the Sky NOT Falling? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Michael SpillmanIt's been a couple of weeks now but the most recent example of this "craziness" was exemplified with hurricane Isaac. Most people across the U.S. experienced big hikes in gas prices because of this mentality. Prices jumped 12 cents per gallon in one location we passed all in the matter of two ...
Views: 1179 - 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: 1607 - Overcoming Fear, Anxiety and Emotional Overload Tonight - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Suzanne EvansAre you experiencing fear or anxiety? Would you like to start to overcome your emotional overload tonight without drugs or alcohol? It can be achieved…the first step is choosing to take an action because we all know that without taking that first step, everything will stay the same! To me ...
Views: 1754 - Is FEAR robbing your Relationship, Sabotaging Your Success, and Killing Your Cash Flow? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2012 from Chris CannonFear, worry, anxiety, frustration, and loneliness are all feelings we’ve felt at some point in our lives, if we’re honest. We felt this based on opportunities we’ve had and failed at or opportunities we’ve had and imagined failing. Either way, we choose each of these feelings because they can’t ...
Views: 1024 - When You Understand the Reasons for Your Failed Relationships You Become Able to Develop a Successful Intimacy - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2012 from Doron GilIt is very likely that if you have been failing tine and again to develop a successful relationships it means, you don’t know what you do wrong. Consequently, you keep doing the same “mistakes” over and over again. When you get a grip on what makes you sabotage your attempts you can change and ...
Views: 909 - Fight The Fear of Fitness - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Terrence MeltzFight the Fear of Fitness: 5 tips to overcome your Fitness Obstacles So you’ve decided that now is the time to fulfill your fitness goals. Congratulations!!! You are going to feel so much better about yourself once you get started. Whether your motivation is to lose weight, get fit or ...
Views: 1605(3 votes) - Why You’ll Always Be Dissatisfied - And That’s Good News! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2014 from Stuart YoungAt first glance that headline seems a bit controversial don’t you think? Well hopefully I’m going to convince you that not only is it accurate but by the end of this article you’ll accept it willingly. A few years ago I was dissatisfied with the career I had made, I was managing a company but ...
Views: 1017 - What Is Truth? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2012 from Tina RaynerIn the summer of 2008, a spiritual teacher I’d gone to see for discernment said, “Did you realize that you shirk your own true nature to make sure that everyone else around you is ok?” I had not realized it, but as soon as she said it, I knew she was describing every aspect of my life and the ...
Views: 777 - Her Name was Chloe: Childhood Innocence Touches Deeply Within - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2012 from Ronda BehnkeThe beach at the lake was filled, surprisingly so for a Monday; but it was unusually hot, even for a summer day in Wisconsin. Children of all ages laughed with and splashed their friends. Those not braving the cool water hugged the small amount of shade offered by the bushes or trees, moving ...
Views: 1469(1 vote) - How to Overcome Fear and Anxiety? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2012 from Simon JohnsonFear and anxiety seems to be very common these days, especially in the Western world. It makes one wonder what might be the reason for that. It seems that a lot of us share this adversity and you might be surprised to know that the cause is the same for all of us. In order to truly overcome ...
Views: 1176 - Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Do I See Me at All? Looking Through the Eyes of Fear - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Ronda BehnkeI really love the picture of the kitten looking into the mirror; its reflection in the mirror was that of a lion. We all have beliefs and perceptions about ourselves. Sometimes these are very evident; and sometimes we are unaware of them but they shape our lives through the decisions we ...
Views: 1201 - Five Tips on Being More Confident - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2012 from Toby LattimoreFor some people confidence seems like a precious commodity at the best of times and then for others it appears that they have more than their fair share. It’s a massive part of our lives and can stop us from enjoying ourselves, making decisions or communicating. The very simplest things can be ...
Views: 1005 - From Here To There - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes the hardest step to take is the first step. What makes that step so hard is that we have our plan down, but then we second guess ourselves. We play out different scenarios in our mind, which in turn builds fear. Fear stops us from moving forward. That is why some people cannot move ...
Views: 1508 - Emotional Hygiene - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2012 from Tina TessinaRecently, I had a minor but difficult surgical procedure to lance an abscess on my leg. It was very painful, and while I recovered physically pretty quickly, I had some Post -traumatic stress reactions—bad dreams, flashbacks, and upset—after my recovery. I had to acknowledge my upset and ...
Views: 1816(4 votes) - Courage and Heroism - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Linda SapadinCourage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes it’s the hushed voice at the end of an exhausting day that says, “I’m still here. You can count on me.” Heroism doesn’t always bellow. Sometimes it’s the quiet stillness at the end of a tough road that says, “I get it. I accept it, even though it's hard ...
Views: 1630 - Meditation As A Tool Overcome Auto-Immune Disease - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Laurie ErdmanWhen it comes to thriving with a chronic illness such as an auto-immune disease and overcoming fatigue, I find most people want a silver bullet. People want just one thing they can do to feel better. In many respects, diet seems to be the easiest, or at least the first one people reach for. I ...
Views: 5892 - Don’t Panic! - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Tina TessinaThere is always something in the news or on TV to scare us. Hysterical articles in the media sell papers, and attract eyeballs to websites, but are usually exaggerating the facts. If you listen without evaluating what you’re being told, it’s easy to become frightened. There's a reason why I ...
Views: 1646(1 vote) - Instead Of Fearing Change, Focus On Its Positive Aspects - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Beate CheletteIt has been a tough year for almost everyone, but doesn’t if feel as if things are moving forward again? The financial markets are recovering, housing prices are stabilizing and now we would like nothing better than getting back to conducting business as usual. The only problem is: That is ...
Views: 2425(1 vote) - The Ambition Stagnator and Dream Killer: Procrastination - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Paulet BiedermannThe Ambition Stagnator and Dream Killer: Procrastination “The greatest barrier to success is fear itself” Sven Goran Ericksson Excerpt from Paulet Biedermann’s book, “Your Best You” The mind is one of the most ...
Views: 2363(2 votes) - Holes. Not the Sigourney Weaver movie, the ones in the Sidewalk of Life. - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2012 from Rene' LeisterPortia Nelson wrote "Autobiography in 5 Short Chapters" below. Chapter I I walk down the street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I fall in. I am lost ... I am helpless. It isn't my fault. It takes me forever to find a way out. Chapter II I walk down the same street. There is a deep ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - Overcoming Our Mental Barriers - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Oli HilleI was raised in a conservative household where my Dad worked full time and my Mom worked part time. My parents never owned businesses or rental properties while I was growing up and so I never thought about business or real estate or being an entrepreneur. In hindsight I think that if I had ...
Views: 1627(1 vote) - Balance The Light and Dark Through Practical Spirituality - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from John GilmoreIt is summer again. A struggle is taking place between those who want so support the downtrodden and help uplift the whole society, and those who want to grab everything for themselves and people who are like them while destroying all others. I think that this has been the primary battle on ...
Views: 1262 - Compulsive Overeating Is Not Your Fault - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Laurel InmanEmotional eating, binge eating, stress eating, trigger eating, compulsive eating all boil down to one thing. The trigger. The triggered compulsive feelings that drive an urge to splurge or binge are what leave us feeling helpless. When you are triggered into overeating, you feel the anguish, ...
Views: 1078 - Resistance: 5 ways to fight back - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Andrew McBethNo matter the tenacity you put forth to dismiss it, that thought lodged deep at the back of your mind—the life adventure you’re too scared to face—won’t back off. At this point the thought comes on mild, like growing pains (I recall the summer of 92: absolute freedom; all day bouts of Road ...
Views: 829 - Mentally Preparing for a Disaster - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Cade LennoxThere is a lot of emotional and mental stress when an actual disaster happens. It can be really easy to lose all that composure and coolness when the world is falling apart and people are rioting on the streets or dying. It is a whole different story when talking about a disaster as opposed ...
Views: 1413 - Getting to NO - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Anita JeffersonNO. One word, two letters often stop the faint minded right where they are and they give up often never to try again. What makes this scenario so damaging is that those around them hear the story over and over again as they repetitively re-play their NO and what happened and how unfair it was ...
Views: 1051 - An exercise to improve public speaking nerves - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2012 from Lawrence MichaelsTo talk or perform in front of people is something most of us will do at some point in our lives and some of us do it far more often than that, usually in our work environments. What’s common to almost everyone is some form of nervousness or even excitement, whether that feeling might start just ...
Views: 1316 - Are You Afraid to Shine? - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Maria KhalifeOur deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking So that other people won't feel ...
Views: 2882 - Women and The Fear of Success - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Paulet BiedermannAuthor and Speaker Paulet Biedermann delivered a stellar performance at The Cambridge Business and Professional Women’s Club on the Fear of Success. For immediate release: By: Sandra Mills Ontario, Canada: The members and guests of the Business and Professional Women’s Club of Cambridge ...
Views: 1751(1 vote) - Dianetics and how it can help you decrease your depression and anger problems - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Brandon WilliamsDianetics is the science of the mind that goes over how your mind effects your life and your body in a negative way. It goes over why it is you hold back yourself and restrain yourself thus causing depression, uncontrollable rage and fear of the unknown. Your mind is the thing that holds ...
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