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Desperate search for something, that I know ultimately won’t fulfill me - by Robert SimicTime Is Not Your Problem - by Robert Simic- Life Balance: 3 Ways to Bring More Peace and Happiness into Your Life - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Ed McDonoughAs a Life Balance Expert and Personal Development Life Coach, one question I am frequently asked is "How can I bring greater peace, happiness and balance into all areas of my life?" For many, having a well-rounded balanced life may seem like a dream, but the fact is anyone, including you, can ...
Views: 1706 - Happiness And Your Peace Of Mind: You Can't Have One Without The Other - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiDo you find yourself longing for peace of mind? Is your mind cluttered with worries and distractions such that you seldom if ever find any relief? Here's a simple idea that may help you. Focus on what makes you happy in the moment and peace of mind will follow. Think about it. When you are ...
Views: 3918 - Unleash the Entrepreneur Within - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Evan MoneyIt's not for everyone! As the the number one Online Life Coach this has been a huge breakthrough for many people when they realize that they simply are not cut out to be an entrepreneur, and it's ok. J. Paul Getty in his book How to be Rich talked about the three types of men/employees. The ...
Views: 966 - *** Happiness And Money: 3 Simple Ways Your Happiness Attracts More Prosperity - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiIf you are like most people, you're inclined to believe you will feel happier if you just had more money and prosperity in your life. Yet, at the same time, you no doubt have often heard the phrase "money can't buy happiness" and intuitively you may feel that really is true. But what happens if ...
Views: 1450 - Put Your Procrastination C.O.W.S Out to Pasture! - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Julie PhillipsIt’s okay, I haven’t gone from coaching to cattle herding overnight! However, I have noticed since the beginning of summer clients have come to me with Procrastination C.O.W.S. I wondered why this was and it hit me. Summer is the season where there is a new "lease of life" and everything ...
Views: 905 - Pick Up A Positive Perspective - by Submitted on May 16, 2009 from Julie PhillipsA technique often used in coaching when resolving problems is to look at things from a different perspective. By using this method, a client can experience their situation from a different point of view and often their own outlook changes. I fully understood what this meant when I first moved ...
Views: 998 - 3 Simple Tools to Make Yourself Happier - by Submitted on May 16, 2009 from Antonis RemoundosFor many people life is a burden, a big effort, every day and every moment they have to prove their value, well not just their value, rather their right to exist. It is not so much the experience and the knowledge from living that lead them to this situation. It’s rather an unconscious way of ...
Views: 1609 - What is Online Life Coaching? - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Evan MoneyThere was a time when an online degree was met with total skepticism, the same way people looked down on those who had home based businesses. Things have changed and Americans have woken up to the fact that time is the most precious commodity. Very soon our T.V and CPU will morph into a single ...
Views: 918 - Your Happiness: 5 Simple Ways It Makes Your Life Work Better - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiDo you move through your life feeling frustrated and stressed, finding too many things that just aren't working? Do you find yourself wishing you could find some way to begin to make your life work better? If that describes you and how you feel, then read on because you are about to learn a ...
Views: 1212 - How to Gracefully Navigate Your Life Transitions - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Donna BurickChange can be stressful. Even good transitions can cause emotional upheaval because we are creatures of habit. But there are steps you can take to navigate your life transitions with grace and ease. * Use a coach. Getting assistance does not mean you are unable to manage. Many people flourish ...
Views: 1304 - Happiness And Your Health: Which Comes First? - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiOne of the most intriguing aspects of recent research is the fact that there is an undeniable link between your health and your level of happiness. There's always been an acknowledged link between the two -- the search for health and happiness as a combination is a popular refrain repeated by ...
Views: 2489 - Transitioning Through Change: Women and the Challenge of Global Living - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Bercedeh StarkAs a woman who has gone through a number of transitions for two lifetimes, I have lived through the uncertainties, difficulties, tensions and risks associated with being uprooted from one's comfort zone. As a professional coach, I've found personal affirmation from other women whose own stories ...
Views: 1122 - 5 Essential Ideas To Understanding Happiness - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiHappiness. People write about it, sing about it, make films about it, talk about it, and certainly chase it. But what is it exactly? How do you define happiness? This can be such a complex topic. We all carry our own ideals about what happiness is or isn't and, consciously or not, it's that ...
Views: 1004 - 3 Easy Steps to Recapture Your Happiness - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiDo you feel unhappy and trapped in your present circumstances, struggling for a way to recapture your happiness? If you do, itt's not an uncommon feeling, especially in today's world. It's easy to believe you're trapped without choices, that you're somehow at the mercy of everything and everyone ...
Views: 2767 - The True Colors of Struggle - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Evan MoneyI recently spoke at a " Live your dream marriage " event on May 9th. It was an amazing day; I think I got the most out of it. The highlight was an art workshop, that's right an art workshop. Let me explain briefly, a common practice with children that are “slow learners" or are not “good ...
Views: 1145 - Counting the Cost of What We Do - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Gina GardinerEvery choice we make has consequences. When work takes over, it has significant consequences across the whole of your life. Some consequences will be positive and others negative. It is the balance between the activity and what it costs you which determines whether you should continue with ...
Views: 917 - Let Those You Love Know That You Love Them, Today - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Ted CiubaHere we are on the edge of civilized Panamá, pretty doggone close to Tocumen International Airport, the airport that services Panamá. And inside these lot lines the grief, the well wishing, is serious. Rosendo Moreno, father of the clan, aged 74, passed away a few days ago. And the family is ...
Views: 783 - Celebrate Today - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Ted CiubaThere are special moments in life, which really, the appropriate response is to celebrate. We’re humans and this is part of the human condition. And I want to share with you one of those special moments that just happened to me just a couple of days ago. Would have been March 15, 2009 took ...
Views: 747 - Seasons of Change: The Law of Rhythm - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Charlene MurphyI’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “Everything is either growing or it’s dying.” It’s a simple expression that sums up the Universal Law of Rhythm, which states that the energy in the universe is like a pendulum. When something swings to the right, then it must swing to the left. Everything in ...
Views: 2561(1 vote) - How To Live A Happy And Fulfilling Life: Step 7 - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiAre you living a happy, fulfilling life that provides you the fun and happy experiences you want? If not, why not? I've come to understand that there are seven simple steps anyone can follow which will immediately lead to greater happiness and a heightened feeling of self fulfillment in your ...
Views: 3304 - How To Live A Happy And Fulfilling Life: Step 6 - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiDo you want to live a happy and fulfilling life, but at the same time keep finding yourself feeling as though you're taking one step forward and two steps back all of the time? Does this inconsistency in how you feel frustrate you? The good news is you're not alone. Even better, here's a simple ...
Views: 1310 - Life Coach Relationship Advice: Self Empowerment First, Marriage Counseling Later - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Dr. Joseph Abraham“My husband had been physically and emotionally abusive since even before we married. I think I became addicted to the drama of it.” These were the first words that K. told me during our initial Online Counseling session. “At night when our children sleep I would feel trapped unable to leave ...
Views: 1742 - Life Coaches Make Life Easier: Retrain Your Brain to Avoid Emotional Hijacks - by Submitted on May 09, 2009 from JJ FredericksonWhy hire a Fearless Living Life Coach? Because we make life easier. Back in the old caveman days, there wasn’t much stress beyond basic survival. For survival, primitive humans relied on their amygdala. This primal part of the brain thinks in black-and-white; either the caveman was safe or in ...
Views: 1764 - Becoming a Life Coach - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2011 from David Bonham-CarterAs a life coach of some years standing, I am frequently emailed by people with queries about becoming a life coach, so I have recently put together a regular newsletter with information about the kinds of considerations which I believe you should take into account before you try to launch ...
Views: 1924 - How To Live A Happy And Fulfilling Life - Step 5 - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiYour happiness and self fulfillment is ultimately your true purpose in life. So, if you're like most people, you just want to feel happier and live with more purpose in your life right now. So what is it that is holding you back and preventing your from being able to do that? What is it that is ...
Views: 1332 - How To Live A Happy And Fulfilling Life: Step 4 - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiWe all seem to long to figure out how to live a happier and more fulfilling life ... I know I do and I assume you're no different. Intuitively, you no doubt know that a higher level of happiness and self fulfillment is going to lead to a more rewarding, healthier, and longer life. Yet the ...
Views: 1258 - De-Clutter Your Life - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Penny StollmeyerSpring is here! The bare trees and snow covered lawns from the winter have come to life once again. Birds are chirping and flowers are blooming, while warmth embraces the air. As nature comes to life, we get this energetic spark to do some spring cleaning. Many of us will be thoroughly ...
Views: 851 - Get Promoted Now! - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Evan MoneyThe legendary Jim Rohn said it the best when it comes to getting promoted , it's not what am I getting from this job it's what am I becoming. First we grow personally and then we advance materially. So many times my Online Life Coaching clients want to grow, after they get the promotion. Similar ...
Views: 974 - 5 Ways To Avoid Smorgasbord Syndrome - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Laurel VespiLife is just one big smorgasbord with all kinds of wonderful temptations to fill your time. Just like the “all you can eat buffet”, if you don’t pick and choose which commitments you make, you’ll find your plate overloaded and yourself feeling unwell. Life balance comes from not only setting ...
Views: 941 - Five Ways To Give Up Mediocre For Personal Best - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Laurel VespiWith schedules and to-do lists jammed with a thousand things, it’s easy to begin lowering the bar for yourself. You convince yourself that just getting it done is more important than how well you are actually doing it. You start to trade performance or quality for completion. Sometimes you are ...
Views: 712 - Trading Mediocre For Personal Best - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Laurel VespiI’m just like the rest of you. Sometimes I find myself doing things that I don’t usually do for no other reason than I want a little mental and physical break. That happened the other night when I found myself channel surfing and came upon the reality TV show called The Biggest Loser. It’s a ...
Views: 749 - Do You Have Smorgasbord Syndrome? - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Laurel VespiI’ll bet at some time you have been to an “all you can eat” buffet or a Sunday brunch. Laid out in front of you is the most wonderful array of dishes, old favourites and new delights and of course spectacular desserts. You probably had a little internal conversation that went something like ...
Views: 1338 - Introverts: Communicating with Your Boss, Introvert-style - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Joanne Julius HunoldMany introverts find their natural style gets in the way at work; extrovert-type behavior is often more valued and rewarded in the workplace. How can you “be yourself” and still make yourself heard and get your contributions recognized? Below, I share my response to a question recently posed ...
Views: 2124 - Living A Happy And Fulfilling Life: Step 3 - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiDo you long to live a happy and more fulfilling life? If you do, you're not alone. To live a life happiness and self fulfillment is one of the fundamental quests we all share in. Over the course of my own journey through life, I've come to believe that there are seven fundamental steps anyone ...
Views: 1290 - Less is More, More or Less - Simple Tips from Someone Who Has Way Too Much - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from elizabeth cassidyI never think of myself as a pack rat. Maybe the lover of much. Maybe too much? But there are times when I look around the house and I can’t find the dog or I delve into drawers and come up empty handed or I find myself crawling around closet floors in search of a runaway shoe. I end up ...
Views: 1491 - 3 Small But Wonderful Lessons - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Kim SmithEver start something you didn't finish? Ever try to do it all yourself? Ever get impatient that something you wanted was taking too long? Of course you have. Everyone experiences these things every now and then. Here are 3 things I learned about these situations while working to ...
Views: 1079 - Life Coach: How Exceptional Coaching Gives You Extraordinary Results - by Submitted on May 01, 2009 from Ed McDonoughPersonal Life Coaching is a systematic approach to self-help and personal development, which shows you how to realize your full potential so you can live a better, happier and more abundant life. With the right coach, you can quickly be on the path to enhancing all aspects of your life. And, ...
Views: 1193 - Living a Complete Life When You Are Sensitive - by Submitted on May 01, 2009 from Antonis RemoundosOne day on the way back from visiting some friends out of town, I turned on my favorite radio station. Like every Sunday it was playing a play list; nobody was talking. After a while I noticed that although I was listening to music I really love and that usually stirs up emotions, this time I ...
Views: 1305 - Does Seeking Perfection Lead to Overwhelm? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Bercedeh StarkToday I am going to share a personal story with you as I feel it is an experience many of us can connect with. I would ask that you find a quiet few moments to read this article and reflect on its meaning to you and its application to your life. As the days fly by and winter turns to spring, ...
Views: 1072 - The Choice is Yours - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from David LuptonHere are 7 important life lessons. Getting to know and understand these can make a big difference in creating a balanced lifestyle for yourself. Remember making positive choices is one of the most crucial life skills you can ever master. 1. The world does not owe you a living. You have to make ...
Views: 1173 - Discover the Five Essential Tips for Making Your Goals a Reality - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Lori Snyder“There is one quality which one must possess to win, and that is definiteness of purpose, the knowledge of what one wants, and a burning desire to possess it. -Napoleon Hill Everyone has goals; how one follows through with them determines the success or failure of any particular goal. ...
Views: 1303 - Time Management - Lesson Learned , Decades Ago ! - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Abhijit KarDuring my eventful tenure with one of the largest Indian corporate "Bajaj Auto Ltd", i learned the most rewarding lesson of my life."Utilization of Time ", and such a huge concept was explained in few minutes by the Boss of my immediate Boss ( Mr DVP). It dates back to late late eighties , ISO ...
Views: 853 - First Aid for Life - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Alan John ThompsonThese techniques, like medical first aid, are only a first steps guide that offers an outline; the intent is to provide a practical beginners guide to moving towards success in life. This is a first aid trained engineer’s “how to” in the basic foundations from which you can build a ...
Views: 771 - Mastering the Art of Feeling Good - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Joy MalumphyWhy do many people have this perception that feeling good every single day takes perseverance, constant effort and hard work? How do you feel about this statement? Well first, let’s explore what “feeling good” means. “Feeling good” is synonymous with being on a natural high. Mastering this ...
Views: 3192 - The Four-Fold Path to Enlightened Life Change - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Roy Biancalana.Change is a tricky matter. One the one hand, it's human nature to want to better our lives, whether it's our bodies, our careers, our income or our love lives. Even enlightened beings like Jesus, Buddha and Mother Teresa were people of mission who meant to bring change to the world. On the other ...
Views: 1957 - The Beauty of Imperfection - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Deborah HillBeing a lifetime perfectionist, it’s taken a lot of bumps and turns in the road to accept the perceived imperfections within myself and in life. I’ve learned that it’s the imperfect qualities that often set us apart from the pack, define who we are and teach us. Laughing at my mistakes is a ...
Views: 2318 - One Block at a Time - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Deborah HillToday, playing Sudoku, I was again reminded that life’s problems often look worse than they really are, and all that needs to be done is take one step at a time. If you’re not familiar with Sudoku, it’s a number game played on a grid similar to a crossword puzzle. I play, because I’m told that ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - Finding Joy - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Deborah HillLately I’ve noticed a behavioral trend occurring among clients, my friends and myself. We are recognizing the importance that joy plays life. The problem for many of us is that after being workaholics and Super moms for years, we don’t know what real joy is – or how to find it. I have always ...
Views: 1094 - Feelings: Tools to Expand Our Lives - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Deborah HillFeelings are very underrated. In my book, Unlimited Life: Limiting Beliefs and Belief Busting Power Truths, I discuss how our beliefs define us. I discuss in the book, and in past articles how limiting beliefs prevent us from creating the life that we desire. A question that comes up often is, ...
Views: 978 - Your Life is What You Focus On - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Deborah HillYesterday I was working in my office when a truck pulled up behind my home. It parked in front of my garage and directly in front of the “no parking” sign, blocking my exit. This happens frequently at my place, when workers and delivery people in the neighborhood use my drive as a parking and ...
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