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Sleep is one of the most important (and easy) things that we can do to keep our bodies healthy, yet in this ever increasingly busy, crazy world that we are a part of, we seldom get enough.
Sleep is so central to our health and well-being that an inadequate amount can put us at greater risk ... Views: 1230
If anyone tries to sell you the secret to success, walk away because they are trying to rip you off. There is no magical solution and no mystery to it. In fact, there is no secret!
Scientists have repeatedly studied people who do well in life, solving problems effectively and almost ... Views: 1229
Managing “What if”
“What if” are two of the most powerful words in our language. “What if” is the key that unlocks our imagination. Our imagination opens the door to the world of possibilities. Sounds wonder-filled doesn’t it? We have the power to change our lives with the “what if” key. ... Views: 1228
This article is Part 2 in a series of articles about spending your time the way you want (www.rcsays.com/action/spending-time-the-way-you-want-a-5-part-series).
Productivity is consistently completing value-added tasks with minimal inefficiency. That means:
-Doing things that ... Views: 1228
Starting writing, that’s easy. It’s the continuing that’s the hard part. And yet if you’re not writing consistently you can’t really call yourself a writer – a dreamer, maybe but not a writer. So what makes it so hard to continue writing?
The first piece of the puzzle we’re going to have to ... Views: 1227
Habits of mind are the patterns of an individual's disposition in every aspect of life. It is the motivational force of that will direct the achievement of success. They are strategies or tools that control mental state of the human brain. This is a state of the mind which has the inclination to ... Views: 1225
There is no way around it – you are what you believe and what you believe dictates your behaviour. Language is a part of that behaviour and will reflect those beliefs. Some of you may already think that this is ‘wishy washy’ stuff and doesn’t apply to you but it’s what drives you – it’s ... Views: 1225
You want to increase sales with greater productivity so you leave the office earlier to do what you love with those you love, right?
The “Receive” core practice of a Work Positive lifestyle in which you do just that involves the ethical dynamic of your business. You understand you Receive a ... Views: 1224
Can you count the times you have...
- stopped smoking and some time later started again
- attempted to get rid of unhealthy weight and quit the program before you got to your goal
- reached a healthy weight goal then, over time, gained it back
- stopped abusing a legal or illegal drug or ... Views: 1224
My boss used to tell me and that passive aggressive behavior will enable me to be in the top management position. She claimed employees who are stubborn, hostile, argumentative, sullen and who procrastinate are the ones who usually get promoted. She reasoned that department managers will not ... Views: 1224
With so many things vying for our time and attention, it’s more important than ever to have strategies in place that allow you to get the most out of the time you put into your business.
Lots of people joke about how little time they have in their day and that their attention is spread in many ... Views: 1223
Why do so many resolutions not make it past the first week of January?
As we rush headlong towards the start of a New Year, isn’t it amazing how time flies? Where did 2012 go to? Mind you, a new year often brings a lot of new things as people prepare for a ‘fresh start’, and promise to deal ... Views: 1221
Persistence. What is it? The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines persistence as “the quality that allows someone to continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult or opposed by other people.” I like how my Pastor defines persistence. He likes to say “I can not ... Views: 1219
This article is about an organ which you have never heard of or been aware exists. It is the ‘pattern organ’ and is located in your mind. Since science has not yet located the ‘mind’ we have no idea how big it is or where it is, and so that means it could contain several other organs within ... Views: 1219
Do you ever have a day when no matter how hard you are trying to stay on track and be thoroughly aware of portion size and food allotment that you seem to be under attack from the “Eat Me Now” nemesis? You know the days when you have eaten a sensible amount of food and that archenemy inside of ... Views: 1218
Let’s face it. The number one reason (or excuse) that most of us use to avoid even thinking about making a major change in our family’s lifestyle is fear about our financial situation.
Especially in today’s unstable economic environment most folks are holding their breath and hoping that they ... Views: 1218
Have you ever wonder if living a simpler life is possible? It is! There is a growing movement to live with less. And by living with less you can finally win the battle with home organization making you happier for sure!
If you live in an older home you may have more than once marveled at ... Views: 1217
Organizing home paperwork is not most people’s idea of a pleasant Saturday afternoon activity. Consequently paperwork tends to get out of control in our homes. We make plans to file bills, recycle old magazines, and shred bank statements. And we really did plan on doing it, yet some way we are ... Views: 1215
The art of giving
Do you know what the power of giving is? Do you realize that you have to learn how to give to be able to get? How the art of giving can benefit you?
One of the wealthiest people in Canada John had almost everything a person could ask for, however, he was not happy. ... Views: 1215
Pregnancy is the period of Mother Nature’s creativity at its best. Weight gain is also natural as it is due to developing baby, body muscles and fluids. During first trimester the women gain around 2-2.5 kgs of weight and in later months the same gain comes in each advancing month. On an average ... Views: 1214
Are you an organizing addict? On a day off do you find yourself walking around the aisles of the nearest organization store appreciating the baskets, containers, hangers, gadgets, and all the other “must haves”? We have goals for organizing home paperwork, closets, drawers and other rooms and ... Views: 1213
Before long, autumn will be upon us. In the northern Hemisphere autumn is easily recognizable by a spectacular display of vibrant colors as the changing weather heralds in the season of harvest. Here in Florida, the change from one season to the next is much more subtle – to say the least. I ... Views: 1213
How to deal with Stress
Do you feel stressed? Is stress affecting your life? How do you deal with stress?
Stress is simply the response of the body and mind in reaction to events or external influences. Many people go on with their day feeling stressed from their jobs, house work, life ... Views: 1212
Becoming successful in any field or endeavor does not happen by luck. Hard work and determination might be where some people would begin. However, there are several inner key factors that set apart those who demonstrate success. Statistics show that 4 out of 5 businesses fail within the first ... Views: 1212
Life is a series of In-Betweens. How do you spend your In-Between times?
Ok, let’s start with an explanation if what an in-between is. In the broadest sense, the in-between is the time between your birth and your death. Then take that and break it down more into the time between being a ... Views: 1211
• Do you want to become more assertive and successful in your work relationships?
• Do you want to feel healthier, get fitter, and feel more optimistic about your life?
• Are you ready to free yourself from procrastination, and start freeing up time to do the things that really matter to ... Views: 1211
It is that time of year again when there are fall activities, celebrations and parties to attend every which way you seem to turn. The flyers are posted at work, the invites arrive in your mailbox, evites show up in your inbox and there simply doesn’t seem to be enough time to attend all. Be ... Views: 1210
So let’s take a look at being down to earth and truly addressing our capabilities as we venture toward a healthier, lighter, more organized and calmer way of living and take into consideration what is a practical approach, a levelheaded approach and what is a rational way for you to address your ... Views: 1209
When you view life as a journey, you start to realise that you do not have to repeat your limiting or negative patterns. You start to look at how you make decisions and how you take your Self forward. You start to teach your Self that holding the true nature of who you are – which is successful ... Views: 1208
If you’re in the profession of wedding photography, you know that weddings are a disaster waiting to happen. Many people are unaware that it takes a lot of planning as a wedding photographer to get everything just right. For those that are just starting out, here are some techniques that can ... Views: 1206
People begin having gambling problems when they start gambling more than they should, getting debts and having problems in the relationships with those they love.
The addictivity of gambling is a known fact. The fact that you can win, and the risks that you need to take influences people, ... Views: 1205
As a man looking to attract women, you must get out of your house and out of your comfort zone in order to do so.
There are hundreds if not thousands of opportunities to meet new people and that before you even get to these options that are created specifically for single people to meet up with ... Views: 1205
If you think successful entrepreneurship does not come with a price tag, think once again. Then, another time after that. At an early age, I feel hardened. I joke a lot with my friends.
However, when it comes to business, I feel that I don't smile as much as I would if I were an ... Views: 1205
One of the most remarkable abilities of our mind is it’s ability to remember. Memory allows us to recall what we have learned through experience. The more emotion surrounding the event, the deeper the memory of it stores in our minds. If the emotion was a negative one, frequently our memories ... Views: 1203
Wouldn’t it be great to instill in myself the urge toward wealth? What if I instinctually made choices every day that propelled me toward a complete and total wealth experience?
There are many things that I instinctually do. I instinctually brush my teeth everyday. I instinctually bathe and ... Views: 1201
People are always looking for things to make their lives better because people genuinely want to be genuinely happy! So when I'm asked (fairly regularly) by clients, students, and everyone in between what are the best ways to figure out what it is that you actually want, this answer generally ... Views: 1199
Every year, millions of Americans make new year's resolutions. As we all know, most of these crash and burn by February. That's because most people don't really know how to set a goal.
Almost ten years ago, I learned the tried and true method to set a goal. Every true goal follows what I had ... Views: 1199
Home offices that don’t use their space effectively can become cluttered and unruly. That is why finding space for your home filing systems is so crucial. Many times home offices are smaller rooms, this makes it important to use every inch of available space efficiently including the closet. ... Views: 1197
Do you Prepare for your Upcoming Day
The key to having as smooth a day as possible is being prepared for the challenges that it will bring. The worst thing that you can ever do is to procrastinate when you have an upcoming task. There is always something that you can and need to do in order ... Views: 1194
I know that you are wondering.
How do they do it? How can these people give advice after advice from their own life day in and day out?
How do they have the energy? And the time?
Well, through my series of interviews with some of the top 50 personal development bloggers today, one thing ... Views: 1194
He stepped on stage-- friendly, handsome with a mischievous smile. Flailing his arms, he jumped in front of the woman with the microphone, determined to speak.
Snickers from the crowd indicated that he had been seen, yet he continued to do all that a three-year-old mind could comprehend to do ... Views: 1194
Yes: Consistency. Now there’s an abstract word for you. Why would I present my readers with such an intangible term?
Because consistency applies to each and every one of us if we wanna get confidence on a permanent basis.
But how?
Well, thank you for asking!
Consistency basically ... Views: 1193
Working from home, or ready to join the thousands of Canadians who already do? Home-based businesses offer considerable advantages, but many challenges. Here are seven strategies that will make your home office experience more productive and rewarding.
1) Select a dedicated workspace. If ... Views: 1192
The Pomodoro technique has proven to be an efficient way to stay organized and productive. It is based on natural body cycles and helps build the work processes harmonically into your daily routine. In short, the technique prescribes to divide the work process into 25-minute work sprints ... Views: 1191
As women entrepreneurs, I know that we give our 'all' to our business! I do that – and I know I'm not alone. When I was going through my separation and divorce (and the many other 'life challenges' that happened at the same time), I was so fortunate to have one of the best doctors ever. Her ... Views: 1191
Do you ever wonder how you can possibly accomplish everything on your list? By taking a mental vacation. This kind of vacation doesn’t involve any expenses, planning, cooperation from family members or agreement from your employer.
Give yourself permission to take at least one 3-10 minute ... Views: 1190
There’s not a doubt in my mind that when you prepare to do well, you put yourself in a position to create the scenario that allows you to do just that. When you set forth and create a plan of action, take 100% responsibility for yourself and your well wishes, you are more often than not given ... Views: 1190
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Habits. Habits are recurrent, often unconscious patterns of behavior that are acquired through frequent repetition. Dan Robey is the Official Guide to Habits.
The Procrastinator's Handbook: Mastering the Art of Doing It Now, by Rita ... Views: 1189
Everybody is busy. And we secretly think we like it that way.
On Facebook, probably once a week I see a quotation being shared about the amount of time teachers work after hours. And these make me laugh, because I certainly wouldn't have time to be starting my own business, raising a child, ... Views: 1189
There are people, places, situations and events in your day-to-day happenings that lurk around just about every which way you turn. One moment you are going about your own business and then from out of the clear blue sky, wham! Sometimes there’s no warning at all. These impairing imposters ... Views: 1188