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You have a dream, you have a desire, you have a passion.
There is something inside of you that keeps coming back, something you really, really want to do.
It is more than a dream; it is a strong desire. That something, that desire makes use of your talents, uses your skills, your ... Views: 1019
Personal development has a profound effect on our successes as human beings. Often I would come across books at home when I was a teen that momma would have and i’d scan over them. I believe she read some of them. All us are that way on some level. She said, when we don’t have real purpose and ... Views: 909
You’re increasing your sales. Your team is more productive. You get out of the office earlier to do what you love with those you love…
…and yet there’s something missing. You struggle to keep all the business plates spinning simultaneously. It’s exhausting to be you some days. Your family and ... Views: 1139
Are you living your life on Purpose? Or, are you simply living to get through each day?
You are created for a specific Purpose. This Purpose is to be lived out each day. One step taken each day towards fulfilling this Purpose. Earl Nightengale once defined success as "The progressive ... Views: 1125
by Annabelle Drumm
WHAT IS INSPIRATION? WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?
Inspiration comes in all shapes and sizes. From nudging you into a different driving lane on the highway, taking you into a shop where you find just what you’re looking for, through to a jolt from the blue that changes your ... Views: 1685
FIVE PILLARS OF HAPPINESS
by
Bill Cottringer
“Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” ~Dalai Lama.
Happiness is the end game goal of living. Whatever it is you are doing, it is to secure happiness. In a paradoxical way, how you define happiness ... Views: 2402
We find ourselves in the midst of summer with August on the horizon. In many cultures, August is the harvest—the reaping the rewards of what you planted last spring. August is also a time to pause, reflect and refresh.
This is the time to slow down a bit, take stock of where you are and ... Views: 1534
Many people may not realise this but at the heart of the universe and the planet that we live on, well-being is at the core. All is well and everything is as it should be. We can either allow this well-being or we can resist it but the well-being flows just the same.
Human beings are an ... Views: 1032
Commitment, dedication, focus, intention and persistence are all key attributes we must have when we want to achieve our goals and live our dream. But the true key that unlocks the big doors is hope. We must consistently apply hope in order to dream it and live it.
Hope is a feeling that ... Views: 1245
As the son of an artist, I’ve always marveled at those who possess artistic skills. The ability to take an idea, a block of marble, or a brush and canvas, and convert it into a work of art, truly amazes me. I appreciate all forms of art, whether it be centuries old or still-drying paint, for ... Views: 2863
I was in a Reno airport when I first heard the news. I had an immediate gut reaction. Looking at the newspapers I saw the headlines announcing Superman was dead. He was a great actor. He was of my generation, and he was important to us. And then there’s something else, he was my exact age. The ... Views: 1103
Finding your inspiration as a writer most certainly helps unleash your creative imagination which is essential for anyone using content online! It doesn't matter what initially inspired you but what is important is learning to use this feeling to improve your writing and productivity! As many ... Views: 1044
Good morning to all…..
These summer mornings are great. We take things a little slower than normal and the pace, I do believe, suits me just fine. How about you?
As I was out on a walk the other day I noticed how beautiful many of the homes around me are. How tall they stand, how clean ... Views: 959
Around 1994 my life was changed by a book called Spiritual Politics.
It helped me see the big picture of global conflicts and gave me an elevated view of what was happening. It delivered a fascinating analysis of the cosmic, karmic and metaphysical reasons behind politics, world affairs and ... Views: 1078
I worked for several years as a Sales Executive. The manager of the Sales Department would always stress, Consistency Over Time, Equals Profits. It was such a potent statement that I wrote it down and began to see how it applied to all of life’s goals, not just in the Sales Profession.
I do not ... Views: 1386
Many people out there are naturally gifted with talents that they do not use and they only wait for the right time to use them. The reason is not because they can't, but they don't believe in their abilities and they lack the confidence that they need in order to make things happen. It only ... Views: 908
Where you came from does not mean that you are destined to be in a certain situation, place, or doing a certain thing. Where you are going depends on you; and the amount of determination and work that you are willing to put forth to get you where you want to be.
Some people forget where they ... Views: 3336
Good morning everyone….
I’m walking on sunshine today. What a beautiful day. A thought came to me this weekend when we were racing around trying to get it all done. I thought, “Just in the nick of time.” How many of us operate that way? “Just in the nick of time.”
We run from one ... Views: 1094
18. The ability to distinguish between important and unimportant things: Sure there are situations where tiny details can be of an immense importance, such as mountain climbing, where the slightest inattention can have fatal consequences. Usually, however, it is important in life, to direct the ... Views: 1195
He said he doesn’t recall the last time he worked a 40 hour week because he works 18 hour days. (!)
He went on to explain that he often spends entire days, one after the other, trying to write a song, and turning up nothing.
But then one day a hit (such as Her Diamonds, Push, Lonely No ... Views: 1111
Many of us have goals and only need a little bit of motivation to get fired up and skyrocket toward where we are. But while many of us have great goals that we could accomplish with a little bit of patience and motivation, only very few of us reach for those potentials. Many of those few people ... Views: 921
What's your great challenge in life? What is that theme that has run through most of your life? Some great challenges are: not enough, fear of failure, trust issues and speaking your truth.
Just because we are experiencing a challenge doesn't mean:
• that you are "doing" something ... Views: 1061
Are you currently having problems with people at work, family members of friends? Perhaps they want to action something, do something, plan for something … and you can think of nothing worse? So you are at logger heads because they want X and you want Y.
Well in this article I want to offer ... Views: 1816
Ram Dass is a beloved spiritual figure, who teaches and promotes service in ecology, socially-conscious business practices, and care for the dying. His book, Be Here Now, is a great spiritual classic of the 20th century.
Get inspired and motivated today with 10 of the most popular Ram Dass ... Views: 3347
You’ve seen it hundreds of times. Some guy is being interviewed by the local news after he helped prevent some crime or rescued someone in distress. The reporter asks, “Do you consider yourself a hero?” Apparently, this question must be asked in order to test whether or not said person is in ... Views: 1764
Many of us understand how powerful daily gratitude is, but few of us are able to maintain daily gratitude habits through life’s up and downs. Julie Boyer’s new book, 30 Days of Gratitude, teaches us how to create a foundation of daily gratitude in our lives. This book offers insightful tips and ... Views: 1303
Relationship Facts That Get In The Way of Relating
By
Bill Cottringer
“Relationships are the real test to find out if you are as good as you think you are.” ~The author.
Relationships are the real test in life to see if you can be successful in applying all you have learned ... Views: 1273
Sometimes we simply need to have our brains refreshed and cleaned. In our daily life we stumble upon so many things, we need to be able to do everything fast and precise and on top of all cheaply.
So, what is it then to be a 21 century man?
In many of the modern jobs creativity is crucial. ... Views: 866
May 16, 2013
(For this week’s audio podcast, click here.)
How do you feel when you see or hear about the success of others? While it may depend on who it is, what they’ve accomplished, and how you’re feeling about your own life at the time – if you’re anything like me, you may have some ... Views: 1879
Creating a professional executive workspace can be tough. Starting from scratch, as with any project, requires inspiration. That being said, this article will highlight some of the hottest product lines used in a variety of applications to spark your creative juices.
Space 1: The ... Views: 719
Not Working with Your Ideal Clients
If you aren’t working with your ideal clients then you aren’t working at your maximum potential.
Your ideal clients are the ones who you are in harmony with and who are in harmony with you. They are the clients you enjoy working with the most, and with ... Views: 1287
Would you like to be the best coach or counsellor you can be?
Would you like to be the most powerful positive influence in your clients’ lives?
My name is Chris Spink and I’d like to welcome you to part 1 of the Top 3 Massive Mistakes Coaches and Counsellors make that keep them ... Views: 1237
It was a pleasant day in the spring of 2003. I was working in my office as usual when something unusual happened. A severe pain in my chest jolted my whole body. In minutes the pain became unbearable and I fell down on the floor. I was breathing with great difficulty. My colleagues came to my ... Views: 954
There is something intriguing and hot about people who act incredibly successful even before seeing any results. I have this eternal admiration for so many of my cyber pals and authors who radiate self-confidence, love and success through my computer screen. This leadership posture is not by ... Views: 884
The role of women in cultures around the world has always been extremely important, but this role was put in an inferior place for thousands and thousands of years.
It doesn't matter which ancient culture you take a look at, you will find that women were thought of as inferior to men in ... Views: 1497
Do you ever wonder what you’re capable of? Have you considered what it means to reach your full potential? Do you even know what your potential is?
Did you know that humans are actually living in just 10% of their full potential? Everyone’s potential comes in a different package, although we ... Views: 1261
"Greatness Isn't Born, It's Grown" (Coyle, 2009)
Isn't that what everyone wants to hear? I know, I needed to hear it! I can't sing, can't dance, can't draw and I am horrible at sports or math-related sciences. I grew up believing that I was talentless. However, according to "The Talent Code" ... Views: 1291
Who do people say I am? And, why should you even waste your time asking people what others are saying about you, are you not just doing the wrong thing? Jesus at one time had to deal with this question and I quote the Holy Bible, "Luke 9:18 And it happened, as He was alone praying, that His ... Views: 1154
Ever have the feeling that your heart has a mind of its own? Turns out you were right. Ever acted on a hunch that you really couldn’t explain logically but you felt very strongly that it was the right thing to do?
Neuroscience — the scientific study of the nervous system — is really ... Views: 859
Automatic writing (the ability to receive messages from your angels through written messages) is a skill that anyone can develop. It can be an incredibly powerful tool for receiving clear messages from your Angels. Often, after an automatic writing session I look back on what I have wrote and ... Views: 1194
Last spring, a Robin flew against my window in the morning, luckily the Robin survived, but strangely he didn’t learn from its painful experience. The Robin immediately flew against the window again and again and again.I was truly puzzled by this little bird’s behaviour.
I searched the ... Views: 810
Let me take you on a quick virtual trip to Paris. You will travel alongside the 20-year-old me. This experience will not only heighten your awareness around the assumptions you are holding. I will also provide you with practical tips on how to move beyond them.
I went to Paris as a nanny in ... Views: 1136
My wife Michelle and I recently went to see Glennon Melton speak about her new book, Carry On Warrior. Glennon is a blogger from Florida who has a very successful blog called Momastery.com. Her posts are read by tens of thousands of moms like Michelle (and others) around the world. I thought ... Views: 1163
When it comes to my journey of self awareness, there are some people who stand out when I look back on where I have come from. And one of those people is Tracy Holloway.
This is someone who is based in England and is an internationally renowned teacher, inspirational speaker, writer, ... Views: 1718
When it comes to my journey of self awareness, there are some people who stand out when I look back on where I have come from. And one of those people is Simon Rose. This is someone who originates from Australia and now travels the world teaching courses with his wife Evette.
The Blog
In ... Views: 1919
The term "ecumenical" was derived from the Greek “oikumene”. The original meaning was “the entire inhabited world”. At the dawn of the 20th century, though, it was assigned a new meaning. “Ecumenical” (and its’ derivative, “ecumenism”) came to mean a process of reconciliation between all ... Views: 815
We often speak to ourselves in mean, condescending and ridiculing ways. We say things like, “You’re so stupid’, “No wonder no one listens to me”, “I’ll never be happy”, and “I hate myself”! If you stopped to listen to your negative inner voice you’d find that it doesn’t think much of you. But ... Views: 1370
We often speak to ourselves in mean, condescending and ridiculing ways. We say things like, “You’re so stupid’, “No wonder no one listens to me”, “I’ll never be happy”, and “I hate myself”! If you stopped to listen to your negative inner voice you’d find that it doesn’t think much of you. But ... Views: 1426
“How To Remain Positive In The Face Of Evil” (from my book)
BOSTON reminds us of the World Trade Center act.
At 9:03 A.M., I saw the second plane in a precise angle purposely crash and disappear into the South Tower. I yelled for my wife, who was then taking her turn in the bathroom, to see ... Views: 1123
Over almost three decades of the existence of my vocal school, I had in my possession, estimated, close to 20 000 students to date, and that not to count numerous workshops and seminars I've conducted around the world.
My "claim to fame" for all these years has been: Beginner to pro-singer ... Views: 2427