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- Excuses for Missing Work: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2019 from Arina KatrychevaAt some point, we’ve all had to miss work for one reason or another. And while it’s less of an issue if your job permits a certain degree of flexibility, things get a lot more complicated when you work full time with a strictly defined schedule. Your manager will want to know the reason why you ...
Views: 765(1 vote) - Fighting off Negativity - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonAll of my friends know that I really loathe negativity. It is just so terribly destructive. I think for me what adds insult to injury about negativity is that it is in fact unnecessary. The only positive thing that negativity does is to demonstrate the importance of having a positive ...
Views: 2708(2 votes) - Getting LUCKY - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Kevin AbdulrahmanMost people attribute success to luck. Though I agree that there is always an element of luck involved, I am a believer that success is more of a science rather than luck alone. In many cases, what ever it is you are striving for, it has been accomplished by someone before you in some way, shape ...
Views: 2122(3 votes) - Giving and Receiving Compliments - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Lucy Pemberton-PlattGiving and Receiving Compliments Deflecting compliments is a well strengthened reflex for a surprising number of people. Someone speaks kind of us and we brush it off, change the subject or fail to find the truth in what has been said. Inability to receive a compliment mirrors our own ...
Views: 8811(1 vote) - Going All the Way - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Deborah McIncrow"Fast, hurry, quickly, immediately” are all words that can appear extremely attractive and luring when they spring by our ears regarding weight loss. If you’ve got a horrible toothache then these words are extremely welcoming for immediate aid, if you break down on the side of the road then ...
Views: 1640(1 vote) - Has Anger Become an Issue or Have We Lost the Concept of Respect for Others? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Carl Nielson“Does Serena Williams, Kenye West and Rep. Wilson demonstrate the need for anger management or is it something else?” America is exploding with public displays of person-directed anger in sports, entertainment and politics. While anger is a normal human emotion, the displays of verbal ...
Views: 2000(4 votes) - Helping Others Get Organized - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Renee UrsemPeople often ask how to get their kids, spouse, friend, roommate, or parent organized. They are often frustrated by others’ clutter and may have given “helpful” advice: “If you would just get organized…” The less organized person’s response (if they had one) would sound something like ...
Views: 1671(2 votes) - How Cigarettes Kill - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat makes smoking dangerous? What chemicals are found in cigarettes that make smoking a deadly habit? Cigarettes are made from dried tobacco leaves that contain over 4,000 chemicals including ingredients that are added for flavor. Of that number, 60 are known carcinogens or cancer-causing ...
Views: 1781(2 votes) - How Nail Biting Can Ruin Your Health And Life - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinChildren may develop nasty habits such as thumb sucking, hair twirling, teeth grinding, nose picking, object biting, compulsive scratching, head banging, self-biting, body rocking, whirling, skin picking and even nail biting. For many, these habit disorders can be outgrown, with the help of ...
Views: 16693(1 vote) - How to be committed to execute major things in life effectively - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamTo be frank to ourselves, we normally find that we are only partially committed to the things that we do normally. Many think that they are at least half committed, but the real fact is that the majority find themselves even less than half committed to what they normally do. When we plan to ...
Views: 361(1 vote) - How to become more Productive - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from cedric riceThe man or woman who wants to get more out of life strives to become more productive. When we think of productivity we normally think of a workplace contribution but productivity can apply to our hobbies and also to sport. When we talk about being more productive we are talking about getting ...
Views: 1378(1 vote) - How to Create New and Empowering Habits in 21 Days: Change That Lasts a Lifetime - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Jill KoenigCan You Create a New Habit in 21 Days? "Fake it 'til you make it." We've all heard the cliche for approaching something that seems out of reach. There may be some method to the madness of that approach. But have you ever given much thought to what it takes to bridge the gap between where ...
Views: 2992(5 votes) - How To Get Rid Of A Bad Habit? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamHabits once formed can be hard to quit, even if we know that they are not particularly good for us. There are a lot of people who are looking to quit or get rid of an unwanted habit, but they can’t seem to understand how doing it. Here are a few recommended ways to tackle these unwanted ...
Views: 933(1 vote) - How To Keep a Clean Facebook Image - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Max-Marc FossouoI was talking with my fiancee yesterday and she was sharing a story of one of her friends whose image has diminished because of her activities and the quality of status updates she puts on her Facebook page. After the sharing, we then realized the impact Facebook can have in people's lives when ...
Views: 2425(2 votes) - How To Set Goals and Achieve Them Using Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Wanina PetlockBrainwave entrainment is an easy way to access the frequency of your subconscious mind, which is where you need to go if you wish to achieve your goals in an effective manner. The subconscious mind controls 98% of your perception and behaviour. This unconscious part of your mind processes ...
Views: 1555(1 vote) - How to Stick With Your Workout - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Cade LennoxWorking out is something that everyone has good intentions of doing, someday, but oftentimes they just never get around to it. Many people start a workout routine, only to forget about it or give up within just a short amount of time. This is because everyone is good at starting things. When ...
Views: 1335(1 vote) - How to Streamline Your Morning Routine and Jumpstart Your Day - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2018 from Sarah KarakaianBenjamin Franklin said the certainties of life are “death and taxes.” He forgot to add “mornings” to the mix. After all, dawn’s hours creep up like, well, clockwork. Ironically, many people brush off mornings, not realizing that they can be the most productive period of the day. When else ...
Views: 2179(1 vote) - Information Internet Marketing Tips That Make A Difference! - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2013 from Floyd FlorenceWe are all Information Internet Marketers to one degree or another, wouldn't you agree with that statement? I mean we are social media marketers, video marketers, ebook marketers, bloggers, tweeters and so forth, all trying to hear messages and have our messages heard. With so many of us ...
Views: 1887(1 vote) - Keep it Current - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Greg ReidPeople often ask me, “Are you living for the now?” Answer: Heck NO! Wish I could. Bet you do too, that is why you are reading this…the good news is it appears we are BOTH working on it. Imagine all the time wasted worrying of the past, imagine the moments lost – fearful of the ...
Views: 1590(2 votes) - LANGUAGE, BELIEFS AND PEOPLE’S IMPRESSIONS. - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Peter MackechnieThere 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: 1210(1 vote) - Live in persistent self development - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from ray borjaFor the past year I’ve been conducting research and writing stories on what makes champions excel. The stories are part of a workbook that I’m writing to help inspire and empower people to pursue their own goals. Of the qualities that I find champions have in common with each other is their ...
Views: 1055(1 vote) - LUCKY YOU. I BELIEVE IN LUCK. DO YOU? 10 Secrets for more luck in your life! - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieTHE LUCK OF THE DRAW You should believe in luck because luck can make or break your life. Lucky Breaks Good luck gives us opportunities and good events, while bad luck has the opposite effect. What is Luck? Dictionaries define luck as something that happens to us, affecting our ...
Views: 2060(1 vote) - Making Happiness a Habit - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2009 from Cindy Loughran"What we call the secret of happiness is no more a secret than our willingness to choose life." Leo Buscaglia Do you know someone who always seems happy? Always makes the best of every ...
Views: 2927(1 vote) - Modes of Measurement - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThere are various fashions, methods and approaches to gauging your advancement on your travels toward better health and fitness. Being aware and knowledgeable about each and every one of them gives you a clearer, more precise measure of how you are progressing in the direction of your goals. ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - Moving into the New Year - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Ben NelsonThe final hours of 2010 are here. This is when we all should make our final reflections on the past year, and see what we need to repeat, and what we need to change in the following year. Here are some tips for getting 2011 started off right. 1) Write down your goals. Goals are much much more ...
Views: 930(1 vote) - Nail Biting: Causes And Consequences - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinDo you bite your nails often? Do you find it difficult to stop? Then welcome to the club. Nail biting is common among children although adults are not exempted from this nervous habit. Famous nail biters include Britney Spears, Eva Mendez, Lisa Marie Presley, and Elijah Wood. Nail biting or ...
Views: 29411(2 votes) - Natural Cleaning Tips for A Healthier, Happier Home - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2021 from John DohertyYou might think that using a store-bought chemical cleaning solution is the quick and simple answer to cleaning your home, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Not only using natural ingredients in your house cleaning just as quick and easy, but it’s cheaper and safer for everyone in the ...
Views: 497(1 vote) - Networking While You Eat - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from paige arnof-fennAt a late morning meeting recently with a fellow entrepreneur, as we were wrapping up I mentioned my next meeting had been postponed and asked if he had time to grab a bite to eat and he responded how lucky I was to “afford the luxury of lunch.” His comment made me realize that life and ...
Views: 1742(1 vote) - No Motivation to Exercise?? Its All in the Mind! - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Sheryl BardYou know that you should be exercising, you know how good it is for you, you know how much better you feel when you do it. WHY CAN'T YOU JUST DO IT!! How many times have you stuck to an exercise program for a few weeks or maybe even a few months and just started to really feel and see the ...
Views: 4464(2 votes) - No One is Perfect - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Marsha EganNo one is perfect, and as long as people work, there will be behavioral errors, and situations that need correcting. There is a lot of room for improvement in the way bosses, coworkers, and friends handle these situations. One of the most popular responses to correcting behavior is to ...
Views: 1514(1 vote) - One “Small” Secret To Big Career Advantage - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from Susannah LippmanIf I could offer you a seemingly “little” tip that could literally make a huge difference in your success over your entire career, would you take it? If other people’s work is praised over yours, if they appear to make fewer mistakes, if they’re chosen for plumb assignments, they may not ...
Views: 1850(1 vote) - OSHA's Announces Top 10 Safety Violations for 2010 - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Henry WilterThis year OSHA issues over 94,000 citations for safety related violations. At the National Safety Council's 2010 Congress and Expo, OSHA announced the top 10 safety violations, which accounted for nearly half of the total violations, for the year. While this year's list is nearly identical to ...
Views: 1154(2 votes) - OSHA's Announces Top 10 Safety Violations for 2010 - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Henry WilterThis year OSHA issues over 94,000 citations for safety related violations. At the National Safety Council's 2010 Congress and Expo, OSHA announced the top 10 safety violations, which accounted for nearly half of the total violations, for the year. While this year's list is nearly identical to ...
Views: 1154(2 votes) - Plan for the Day - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowOne of the best scenarios is that you contemplate tomorrow’s happenings the night before and jot down a few notes. There’s nothing like leaving the house to be on your way and realizing you’ve forgotten a couple of things when you are already there or you don’t have names and phone numbers to ...
Views: 1348(2 votes) - Preventing Stress By Cleaning and Organizing - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Lianda LudwigHow Do You React to Stress? We all have stress. In fact, stress was designed by nature to help us cope effectively with life threatening situations. I’m sure you’ve heard of “Fight or Flight” as a response to stress. But less well know are other reactions to stress. I like to call one of them ...
Views: 4160(1 vote) - Quotes Of Famous Sportsmen That Would Help You In Times Of Your Apathy - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2019 from Alexia WolkerAs a sportsman, you can occasionally find yourself in times of apathy and distress. This is due to the demanding nature of sports, which can leave you feeling dejected, especially if you fail to meet your goal. Failure to meet your fan’s expectations can also make you feel like you are not ...
Views: 1265(1 vote) - Release your brakes - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Angela Schulz-HenkeDo you remember how a car runs when the brakes are on? Do you push harder on the gas to overcome the drag of the brake? That is how most people run their lives. But you simply release the brake and with no extra effort you start to go faster. People drive through life with their psychological ...
Views: 2274(4 votes) - Resolutions - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Gerald HenthornWe’re coming up on the New Year fast and furious right about now. This is a time people project their thoughts and aspirations into the coming year. New Years resolutions have been a fad for so long they are now a tradition. Sadly, failed New Years resolutions are epidemic, to the point of ...
Views: 1122(1 vote) - Sabotaging Situations - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThere 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: 1171(4 votes) - Setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Faizal NisarIf you're tired of setting goals and not achieving them, then maybe you need to set SMART Goals. SMART is simply an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely. I will explain each one in detail so next time you set a goal, you will be SMART about ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Small Simple Steps Make the Biggest Difference – Create a Positive Domino Effect in Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Julia JamesFeeling overwhelmed seems to be a constant in most people’s lives today. Too much work, endless to-do lists, too many demands, too many bills to pay, too much! This may lead to feeling helpless and unable to do anything. When faced with the challenge of too much, we often think that we have ...
Views: 1795(1 vote) - Snacking Happy - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowLet’s be realistic now; snacking is a fact of life and as long as there are companies out there to supply our demand, which there always will be, we might as well as find peace and pleasure with the munchies that we so choose to involve ourselves with. Snacking tends to get a bad rap and ...
Views: 944(1 vote) - Steps To Take In Life When We Face Uncertainty - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamWhen we are going to take an uncertain path, such as choosing a new job or opportunity, entering into a new phase in life, or starting a business or something different, most of us feel a kind of emptiness. We are not able to make the right decision and some of us try to quit it due to the fear ...
Views: 340(1 vote) - Stop Making Excuses, Confront Your Fear and Take Action - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Jaynine HowardFear and anxiety can sabotage you when you least expect it. You may not even realize that fear and anxiety are holding you back. You think you want something but then you don’t pursue it. You find yourself making excuses on why you are not finishing the task or project. We can sit all day long ...
Views: 2052(2 votes) - Stop Smoking Hypnosis Tips-5 Proven Tips to Make Your Stop Smoking Hypnosis Session a Success! - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Nancy PhilpottAs you use hypnosis to stop smoking, keep these quit smoking tips in mind. The following stop smoking hypnosis tips will help guide you into a deeper, stronger, and more effective state of trance. Remember, you’re in control. The hypnotist is just a guide assisting you in the process of ...
Views: 4839(3 votes) - STOP WORRYING! - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Lisa PhillipsAre you a born worrier? I think everyone would admit to being a worrier at one time, but some people worry a lot more than others Once acquired, the habit of worrying can be difficult to stop. Often our parents teach has how to worry and society often dictates that if we don’t worry, then we ...
Views: 1874(1 vote) - Stressed Out - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowMany Lovely Ladies tend to reach for a comfort tool when they are under pressure. That tool is certainly not a hammer, nor is it pair of scissors or a drill; I’m sure you know what it is. Yes, you are correct. Many women use food as their instrument of reassurance. Not because they want to, ...
Views: 994(2 votes) - Surviving vs. Thriving: Can You Spot the Difference? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Karen KleinwortWe hear the buzz word “thrive” all over media outlets these days, but can you spot the difference in your own life between when you’re thriving and just surviving? One medical organization has been embracing the buzz word “thrive” for the last two or three years, and every time I hear or see its ...
Views: 3473(1 vote) - Synchronicity: Celebrating Non-traditional Addiction Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Helga MatzkoWho would have thought that my meanderings over “What is Addiction” in my last blog would lead me to an Ezine article by Melanie Solomon, July 11, 2010 and her amazing book AA-Not the Only Way — Your One Stop Resource Guide to 12-Step Alternatives–Second Edition? In it she cites many statistics ...
Views: 1827(2 votes) - Teaching Your Kids Good Printing Habits - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Steve ManorsTechnological advances have brought electronics into the home, and gave us no option but to become technologically literate. As parents, we have to teach our kids good habits, and that includes when using the electronics we have in the home. Take printing for instance. Almost everyone has a ...
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