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- Are you Living a Dream, or Dreaming to live? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Thomas ElfersSo many people spend their lives wanting to “Live their Dream," and yet they do nothing to move toward that. Our lives are what we make of them. Sure we have some things that have gotten in the way, some things that have turned us down the wrong path, but these “Things” are just that, things. ...
Views: 1969 - Are you living a life of restriction or expansion? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Traci BrosmanMany people go through their lives constantly coming up with reasons on why they cannot do something. Why they should not do something. Is this how you are living your life? Do you spend more time making excuses rather than living in action? Making excuses will not get you to where you need ...
Views: 1218 - Are You Living Fully Or Just Existing? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Bridgette BoudreauxThere are people who spend their lives being controlled by circumstances, excuses & a victim’s attitude (Why Me?) and there are others who plan, set goals and actively take steps to create their desired outcome despite their circumstances. Needless to say which group is considered successful. ...
Views: 2115 - Are You Living On Purpose? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2006 from Marcia WiederYour Purpose is who you are, what gets you excited; I might even say that your Purpose is remembering why you're here. If you're like a lot of readers, you might say, "I want to make my dreams come true, but, between you and me, I don't think I have a Purpose." Your Purpose is not a big, ...
Views: 1143 - Are You Living Your Life Purpose? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI’m sure you’ve heard the question many times and perhaps you are still pondering the answer! I am often asked by women “how do I figure out my purpose?” Is there a process? Is there a formula? Am I supposed to just know what ’it’ is? And how can I make money at it? “Every individual has a ...
Views: 1477 - Are You Loving Your New Attitude? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2011 from Karen KanakanuiIf there’s one thing I’ve learned, is that one size does not fit all, and I don’t mean clothes-wise, I mean, people-wise. We get into new relationships with certain expectations, only to be disappointed (some times.) - Why? Because ONE size doesn’t fit all. Not one person fulfills all your ...
Views: 831 - Are You Lucky Or Unlucky? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2021 from William CottringerARE YOU LUCKY OR UNLUCKY? by Bill Cottringer “Good luck is when opportunity meets preparation, while bad luck is when lack of preparation meets reality.” ~Eliyahu Goldratt. Are you lucky or unlucky? I suppose how you answer this question depends upon how you define “luck.” The ...
Views: 574 - Are You Making the Most of This Season? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2013 from Judy WidenerLast week, I stood on my back porch, watching the snow fall. No matter how many times I see it, I'm always struck by how magical this act of nature feels. Peaceful. Quiet. Lovely. Winter is a sacred time of the year. Our modern culture has collapsed the introspective potential of winter into ...
Views: 1687 - Are You Meeting Your Goals? Here’s How to Find Out - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2015 from Tracey OsborneThis is the perfect time of year to think about goals – goals you’ve accomplished so far in 2015, goals you still want to meet before the year ends, and goals you start setting for 2016. There are the 3 determinations to figure out what your goals are and whether or not you are meeting ...
Views: 1276 - Are You One Of the People Who Can Make Their Dreams Come True? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2007 from Bobby KellySome people just seem blessed. Everything they do turns into gold. Their lives are right out of the movies. Other people struggle with everything and never seem to move ahead—or they do at great personal sacrifice. Why is that? There are two types of people who make up this world -- ...
Views: 957 - Are you operating without a personal plan? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Hope TackaberryIf you’re in business or know anything about business, you’ve undoubtedly heard about business plans or strategic plans, right? No self-respecting business would operate without one, right? Right! So why do we? “I’m not a business!” you say? Well, humans are very much like businesses. We have ...
Views: 1264 - Are You Persistent in Achieving Your Goals - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Osric V. BaughamWe have talked about failure being a step toward success but now let's discuss a key attribute to that concept. Persistence is the necessary characteristic when pursuing your goals and dreams. There are three components to persistence that you must have in order to stay the course. They are a ...
Views: 4452 - Are You Putting Your Summer To Good Use? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Jeanmarie KellerSummer isn’t just for sitting by the pool. If you intend to go to college, how you spend your summer can influence your college options. Yes, by all means, have fun by the pool with your friends, but make your summers count, too. Take note, soon-to-be freshmen, sophomores and juniors — ...
Views: 862 - Are You Ready For Change? It's Coming. - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Keith Bray“The reality is that changes are coming . . .They must come. You must share in bringing them. --John Hersey Change. It's scary. It's hard. It's needed. Sometimes it feels good; other times it feels bad. But one thing is for sure: it keeps on happening. Just when our life seems settled, ...
Views: 650 - Are you really good at handling cr@p? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Jeanna GabelliniDo you pride yourself on being able to put out fires in your business faster than the best firefighters? Are you able to dodge bullets in a single leap? Is it your job to turn every no into a yes? Are you masterful at living on a shoe-string budget? If you answer yes to any of the above, or ...
Views: 1430 - Are You Sabotaging Your Goals? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesWhat lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. —Ralph Waldo Emerson In today’s society of successful people, there is a lot of talk about goals and the importance of goal setting. Yet for many, there is no real understanding of the most important ...
Views: 1065 - Are You Satisfied? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2006 from Jill KoenigThis past weekend I celebrated another birthday. Lately I have been working extended hours on some special projects so I carved out some time to absorb the majesty of wilderness, in my favorite place to reflect. I decided to spend the day hiking at Starved Rock State Park. It's my top day trip ...
Views: 1034 - Are You Satisfied? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2006 from Jill KoenigThis past weekend I celebrated another birthday. Lately I have been working extended hours on some special projects so I carved out some time to absorb the majesty of wilderness, in my favorite place to reflect. I decided to spend the day hiking at Starved Rock State Park. It's my top day trip ...
Views: 986 - Are You Setting Goals Or Living Your Passion? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2008 from Dana Bristol-SmithIn reviewing my goals for last year, I’ve realized that I have only met about 50% of them. Looking at it by the numbers it sounds terrible! I don’t like to do anything half way. Back in school, 50% would have been an “F”, which I’ve never gotten before, and I ...
Views: 1613 - Are You Setting Goals... or Still Dreaming? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Rick MaggioWe all have dreams. We all carry movies in our minds about how life could be for us in a better world. Sally dreams of a big house with a built-in pool. Harry dreams of an eight-car garage filled with vintage Porsches. Jill fantasizes about painting pictures at the seashore. Jack wants that ...
Views: 725 - Are You Spinning Your Wheels Hoping For Different Results? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Liz UramAre you doing the same thing over and over hoping for different results? If so, that’s the definition of insanity. If you’re trying to improve something you need a plan that will get you out of the rut. Otherwise you could get stuck in an ongoing circle that goes nowhere. You don’t want a ...
Views: 1394 - Are You Spring Training? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Karen KanakanuiIt happens to all of us. We have been hibernating during the Winter, and all of the sudden Spring is upon us, at which point we find out, we are simply “out of shape” not to mention hungry, thirsty and in need of much wanted nourishment. And it is not just about the body, but the mind and ...
Views: 940 - Are You Suffering From a Promotion? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from Jodi FlynnWhat happened? Everything was so great leading up to the promotion. You were at the top of your game. You had your position mastered and you were being acknowledged for your achievements. When you got the promotion, you were filled with a deep sense of satisfaction and joy at your success. ...
Views: 1912 - Are you taking daily actions for your success? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Liz UramI was recently asked to speak to a team of independent distributors for a health and wellness company to give them some step by step action steps to get them ready to tackle a 90-day challenge that will help them achieve their next level of success. The challenge involves giving away 90 ...
Views: 2344 - Are You Trying Too Hard? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2018 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.com“There’s a small fly burning out the last of its short life’s energies in a futile attempt to fly through the glass of the windowpane. The whining wings tell the poignant story of the fly’s strategy — try harder. But it’s not working. The frenzied effort offers no hope for survival. ...
Views: 1070 - Are you Unemployed and looking for a mining job in Africa? - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2019 from neeru anandThe world is going through an unemployment surge and more & more people are losing their mining jobs in africaThere has been a sharp surge in the number of job seekers over the last few years. As a result, a lot of people are feeling dissatisfied and are looking actively for a job and they also ...
Views: 498 - Are You Wasting Your Space On Things That Are Not Profitable For You? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Carrie GreeneI went for a walk the other day and saw a squirrel gathering acorns for the upcoming winter. I was thinking about how much easier his life would be if only he could go to Target for all of his acorn needs. I pictured the sale Target would have in order to attract the squirrels and imagined ...
Views: 1509 - Are You Willing to Take the Big Leap for Your Goals? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comOne of the thought-provoking questions Gay Hendricks asks in the beginning of his book is: “Am I willing to feel good and have my life go well all the time?” Gay says: “In my view, saying yes to that question is one of the most courageous actions a human being can take. In the face of so ...
Views: 1596 - Are You Working Without a Target? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffAccording to Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, “Great leaders are great communicators. It’s not a matter of memorizing and repeating the right words, but of developing the ability to speak directly to other people’s spirits.” He believes that money does not go to businesses with ...
Views: 1281 - Are You Worthy of the Goal? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2007 from Martin LeeMost people don't believe they deserve to be successful. They don't believe they know how to be successful. They can't see themselves making five, or ten, or a hundred and ten times what they're making now. They can't see themselves owning a business that's successful. They can't see themselves ...
Views: 788 - Are you your own worst enemy when going after your dreams? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from Craig CopelandI was having lunch with a friend of mine today. It seems our lunches and get-togethers happen less frequently because his day job keeps him busier every day. As he acquires new and better skills more tasks seems to be handed to him and more of his day is consumed staying above the learning curve ...
Views: 1366 - Are Your Affirmations Positive? How to Do Them Right - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Suzanne GloverMaking daily affirmations positive is a sneaky art, but once you get the simple "twist" that makes your affirmation list become positive, you're well on your way to success. This article gives you tips for creating phrases that really are in line with what you desire, as well as gives examples ...
Views: 1286 - Are Your Fears and Fairytales Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Alexandria JoyThe power of communication is what the listener does with the message, not what the message does to the listener. Messages, stories, speeches, movies and advertisements that move people deeply do not do so because they are powerful in themselves. They do so because they touch the audience's most ...
Views: 2058 - Are Your Goals Aligned With Your Passions? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2011 from John KosinskiYou may have heard about the importance of writing down and setting your goals for the future. And as the famous quote says, “if you fail to plan you plan to fail!” Consider the following questions however: Are your goals aligned with what you are truly passionate about? Are your goals just ...
Views: 714 - Are Your Goals Worth Gold? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Chantal OuelletteGoals… They evoke something strenuous or something boring, but rarely something to cherish. In the past we have used goals to accomplish a task or as a way to change something we dislike, such as resolutions set for the New Year, and we have rarely been successful. What difference would it ...
Views: 751 - Ask for the Evidence - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2013 from Jeanna GabelliniSometimes it seems the Universe is not hearing your requests. Your powerful self may feel like it's on vacation because you can't hear its voice. Loneliness sets in. This sets the stage for all the mischievous, lying, bad news Gremlins to come in talking their smack. These are the moments when ...
Views: 1647 - Ask for what you want, you'll be delighted you did! - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Diana Long M.S.ACCEver heard this? “Life will give you what you ask of it?” Modern day visionaries, such as Oprah, Bill Gates and yes, even our beloved dog, Savannah (more on her in just a minute), understand this and ASK for what they want - Big or small, knowing what you want, deciding to go for it & ...
Views: 836 - Aspire to Be Yourself - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIn the everlasting journey called life, human beings are almost amusing in a strange kind of way. Most people think and believe that they have to “live up” to another family member, relative, or screen idol. Some even have become envious or jealous of popular celebrities and want or even aspire ...
Views: 1577 - Aspiring Best selling Authors - Distractions Can Hamper You - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhether you plan to write an online best seller e-book author or a more traditional book, you will have to finish that book before you actually get anywhere. No matter how good your intentions you may find it near impossible to get your book done unless you are aware of on fact; distractions ...
Views: 1621 - At a Cross-Road? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Mickey OddwinGoal setting, force of habit and comfort zone stretching can be perfectly summed up and combined by metaphorically learning to cross the road again. Imagine you’re a toddler again. You thought you could do anything. There was no fear, but no education either. Before long though, your parents ...
Views: 1013 - Athletes Conquer Concentration Obstacles - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Loren FogelmanSerious competitive athletes realize there is no room for distraction if they want to win events. Developing laser focus is possible, can be done and is necessary for reaching your BIG goals. When you are training for high performance unbreakable concentration is required. Consciously training ...
Views: 1533 - Attract Clients with Little Marketing - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2016 from Jeanna GabelliniAs a business owner or sales person, your biggest challenge is attracting a steady flow of ideal clients. ‘Selling’ people on how great your products or services are can feel inauthentic and sometimes cheesy. The internet is full of experts and systems that tell you that their process will ...
Views: 1961 - Attracting Ideal Clients/Customers - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Ann Ronan, Ph.D.You will have the best results in business if you create your vision first. Then you can take “inspired action” consistently and persistently. Without vision you may find yourself in the same boat as many unsuccessful business owners who dash madly from one marketing effort to another –never ...
Views: 1195 - Attracting Ideal People - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2013 from Jeanna GabelliniWhether you deliberately do it or not, you’re always looking for an ideal person. In business you look for ideal customers and/or team members who are a perfect match for the job that needs to be completed. You look for the ideal mechanic, computer repair person, babysitter, mate, ...
Views: 1578 - Auto Focused Life - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2007 from Adele AlfanoThe other day I opened up a post office box at my local Canada Post depot. A young girl in training was assisting me. Because of her inexperience, it took about 15 minutes to process the information. During this time, a lineup of 10 customers accumulated behind me. Feeling sorry for her, I ...
Views: 1848 - Automatic Goal Achievement - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Jane ThomsonYou’ll achieve your goals quickly, easily, almost magically when you can get your Conscious and your Subconscious mind to agree on what you want. Have you ever successfully pulled off an event involving more than two people? Whether you planned a simple thing like a picnic or as difficult as a ...
Views: 1033 - Avoiding Failure: How To Stick With Your New Year’s Resolutions - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from April MimsNow that we are officially into 2008, how are your New Year’s Resolutions going? Are you off to a strong start or have you given up already? Hopefully, you are committed to achieving your goals and are off to a running start. But, if you are like most people, your resolutions will soon be ...
Views: 862 - Baby Step Your Way to Achieving Your Vision - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from J. Val HastingsWorking towards a big vision is a powerful experience. As a compass, a vision can be a decision-making tool for all of your day-to-day actions. If the action will take you towards your vision, you do it. If it won't, you don't. Simple? Yes. Easy? No. Vision work can be daunting as well, and I ...
Views: 1930 - Back Up Plans - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Jeanna GabelliniWhen you have a goal or desire that is important to you, do you ever go into mental overdrive before you see the results? I know I have. I know my coaching and teleclass clients do. You can go into overdrive in several ways: • Think about every scenario possible that could go wrong. ...
Views: 1603 - Bad Aspects to steer clear of If you like to Attain All your Desired goals - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2012 from Bruce KirtleyA lot of people stay not successful or get alternating ordeals with successes together with lack of success, simply because they do not know that they've got lots of bad traits. Bad traits have to do with habits as well as individual features that in the long run trigger failure. A number of the ...
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