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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- How to Stay Open During Times of Change - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Lynn Fishman RNOne of the keys that I have found helps me immensely during periods of change, is the ability to surrender to what is, no matter how unsettling it may feel. I simply allow the situation to become part of the greater plan. I remain flexible and shift gears if necessary, perhaps revaluating my ...
Views: 1479(2 votes) - How Well Do You Receive Money? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Liz WolfeI recently read a moving and insightful book called 365 Thank Yous: The Year a Simple Act of Daily Gratitude Changed My Life by John Kralik. It’s a true story of a man who completely turned his life around when he decided to write a thank you note every day for one year. This memoir is an ...
Views: 1771(2 votes) - Is it Fear That's Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Aimee YawnickTrust me when I tell you I understand what it's like to be so scared of moving forward that you actually become paralyzed with fear. So you do nothing, and pray that the courage comes soon. Three different occasions come to mind for me right now. Once when I left my first career in the Health ...
Views: 1099(2 votes) - Is It Time You Write to Make a Difference? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorAre you a life coach (or not) who toys with the idea of writing articles, e-books, and/or books? Don’t let a block stop you from making a difference; someone is waiting to hear from you. Imagine receiving emails that say something like “I had a breakthrough when I read your article.” (from a ...
Views: 2139(4 votes) - Is That the Truth? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Sumner DavenportEarlier this year, a client expressed excitement that Oprah, the woman who has everything, was going to admit that even she couldn’t lose weight and keep it off. I didn’t know what Oprah was going to say during her January show about her weight and living her best life. I only know what is true ...
Views: 1656(2 votes) - Law of Attraction Coach Debunks Law of Attraction Myths - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Nanette GeigerPeople often hear sound bytes about the Law of Attraction and just say to themselves, "oh, I've figured it out, these people are selling wishful thinking." When you wish for something, you're in a very low energy place, in terms of the frequency of your brainwaves. Action requires purposeful ...
Views: 1255(2 votes) - Life Coaching Articles: Practicing Thankfulness with 6 Easy Questions - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from George TsoukalasBeing that there are only just over a couple dozen hours left in 2012, I felt it appropriate to write today’s life coaching article about thankfulness. I think we all have a lot to be thankful for and many people to thank for the goodness we have in our lives. Our lives may not be perfect, maybe ...
Views: 1572(2 votes) - Mentoring and Coaching Relationships Defined - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Dawgelene SangsterWhen you were a child, did you ever fall down and bruise your knee, elbow or arm? As many of you know, some bruises we encountered really didn't require any medicine or intervention. We were told everything would be OK and to dust ourselves off and keep moving. Some bruises were slightly ...
Views: 1055(2 votes) - Moxie Up! The Secret to Extraordinary Success - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteMoxie Up! The Secret to Extraordinary Success What do those who achieve extraordinary success – Richard Branson, Oprah Winfrey, Steve Jobs, J.K. Rowling, Bette Midler, Mary Kay Ash, Angelina Jolie, Howard Stern, Danica Patrick, Ellen DeGeneres and Aunti Mame have in common? ...
Views: 1626(2 votes) - New Life, Next Exit! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Jennie Reve-AlmodovarThere are so many people out there, (I used to be one of them) who would say they've decided they want to create positive change in their life, but they do not take action towards making that statement a reality. I know why they say this but do not take the steps needed. Many people are ...
Views: 1627(4 votes) - Relationship Attraction: Understanding The "Game" In The Dating Game - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Nanette GeigerComing from the mindset of the Law of Attraction, the source of what you emanate is projected or drawn directly back to you. If that's so, (which it is) doesn't it makes practical sense to get dressed with a grin prior to leaving the house? It turns into a problem of performing the traits of ...
Views: 1925(4 votes) - Tell It As You Want It To Be - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Rev. Elaine Torrance-GingrichSo, what is the story that YOU tell about YOUR life? Are you telling the story of what IS or do you tell the story of what is BECOMING? Remember, the Law of Attraction brings to you what you focus upon, whether it's wanted or not. You cannot continue to beat the drum of what is and expect what ...
Views: 1200(2 votes) - The Power of Focus - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Rev. Elaine Torrance-GingrichFocus, focus, focus! There is power in focus! How many times have we all heard that? I know I've heard that many times in my life. As a creative person, I tend to have so many ideas flowing through me at once that it is difficult to focus on just one thing at a time. Because of this, I've ...
Views: 1232(4 votes) - The Power of Visualization with Kids - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Brodie WhitneyIt was another hot summer day at the Kaslo Sk8park, but not your average sunny day. My son, Gwyn was working on improving a specific trick on this particular day – down the one slope, across, and up the next incline where he would lift his front wheel off the ground and continue from the incline ...
Views: 1715(2 votes) - This Doesn’t Make You a Bad Parent - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Aimee YawnickI remember watching Cheryl Richardson tell Oprah that women must start putting themselves at the top of their own priority list. Even above the needs of their children. I also remember watching the audience; perhaps for the first time ever, boo a guest of Oprah’s. Now this was about ten years ...
Views: 1099(2 votes) - What Is The ROOT Of Your Motivation? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Michael CraigDo you know what really motivates you? Most people have trouble answering this. This is probably because the answer is rooted in deeply-held concerns, fears and conditioning that began when you did... ancient memories of wins, losses and resentments that remain unsettled and unresolved. ...
Views: 2379(2 votes) - When the Going Gets Tough… - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Lenann McGookey GardnerTough times happen. Even the most talented, successful people have down times, ballplayers have slumps, people who are fundamentally optimistic get discouraged, kids (and adults) have bad, blue days. What's the remedy? Or, what's the coping mechanism that will help us to survive the bad times ...
Views: 970(4 votes) - WHY DO MANY SPIRITUAL TYPES HAVE SUCKY LIVES? – Life Coaching - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Matthew FerryBecause of the nature of my training and coaching programs, many of my clients come to me with a very spiritual perspective on things. The promise of a spiritual perspective is that you will feel more connected, more loved, more joyous, and feel a sense of oneness. Yet, many spiritual people ...
Views: 1158(2 votes) - You Can Make It Happen! - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Kenneth Van LiewToday, we are faced with many challenges, both personal and financial; but how we handle these challenges will determine our future. In every case, the basic stimulus for these challenges is the same. We want to do things differently, better, improving ourselves and our circumstances or both. ...
Views: 1185(10 votes) - How To Live a Better Life with Life Coaching - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2012 from Priya DeelchandWe all dream of a better life, a happier tomorrow, a brighter future. Today we live in a world which is in a chaotic state. Everyday in the news, we hear only of calamities and bad news which are happening all around our planet. Hearing such things now appears normal to us but in reality, it is ...
Views: 2249(5 votes) - Lessons From a Cat: Play, Persistence, Relaxation and Boundaries - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Ken DonaldsonI’d like to introduce you to a friend of mine: Jzumbula Kittae la Kunta. I call her “Kunta” and she’s a cat. Cats are interesting creatures and Kunta has taught me a number of lessons I wanted to pass on to you. Nine of them, in fact…fitting since cats allegedly have 9 lives. I think ...
Views: 1795(3 votes) - Life Coaching - Be Outrageous This Week - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2010 from Matthew FerryI’ve got a group of people working with me in my Transforming Fear into Action Class. Their assignment is to think of four outrageous actions that would catapult their life forward. Many were having troubles, even after we went through their entire life, rated their level of satisfaction in each ...
Views: 1012(3 votes) - Life Coaching and The Power of Positive Thinking Can Equal Great Success in All Aspects of Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Dr. Laney RayNearly everyone at some point in their life has heard the phrase “the power of positive thinking” and the message is so true – there IS power in thinking in terms of positive versus negative. Life coaching is another arena that many are taking advantage of today in order to bring happiness, ...
Views: 2694(3 votes) - Overcome Shyness Now - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Jonathan MansfieldAnyone of any age, sex, nationality or status can suffer from shyness. The general consensus is that shyness is no big deal. Nothing could be further from the truth. At best, shy people have few, if any, friends and lead quiet unfulfilled lives. In more serious cases shy people can ...
Views: 1529(3 votes) - Self Improvement Tips for Overcoming Obstacles Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Darryl KenebrewIt is not uncommon to find people who respond differently to the very same situation. For example, when any of us are held in a heavy traffic, most of us would react with frustration, anger etc. while few might handle the situation with strength. The manner in which we deal with even minor ...
Views: 2002(3 votes) - The Secret to Your Authenticity - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Aimee YawnickThe first time I heard someone talk about 'living an authentic life' I was sitting in the audience of The Landmark Forum. This concept was new to me. I had not yet begun my coach training, and this whole idea of living one's truth was foreign. What do you mean live my truth? I am who I am. ...
Views: 885(3 votes) - The Smart Ass - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Liam O'SullivanIsn’t it great to be alive? Life is all about choices. Some are easy. Some are difficult. Often we have no choice in the amount of crap life will throw at us. How we react to, and deal with it, though is definitely our choice. It is not a question of whether we will all face challenges… it’s a ...
Views: 2258(6 votes) - What Do You Love About Yourself? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Paula GregorowiczCan you answer that question quickly and with a nice long list? If you can’t you’re not alone. So many people really struggle with this question. If I asked you the question "What do you dislike about yourself?" Would the answers flow freely and make a long list? If so, again, you have lots ...
Views: 1267(3 votes) - Limiting beliefs-Bust-um wide open then let them go - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2009 from Lori Snyder“We do not see the world as it is, we see it as we are.” Anais Nin When was the last time you took a quiet moment and asked yourself, “What limiting beliefs am I still holding onto that may be sabotaging my happiness?” It is said that limiting beliefs are formed in childhood and if not ...
Views: 1503(4 votes) - Proven Strategies to Increase Your Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Michelle PrinceRecently I saw an interesting news report about a famous model who decided to get her legs insured. Her legs were a highly marketable asset, so it was important to her and her modeling agency to make sure they would be protected against any potential injury or harm. Her right leg was insured ...
Views: 1210(7 votes) - 10 tips For Dream Goal Achievement or How To Create Dream Goal - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Andre Zizi1. Set An Intention - the power of understanding your intentions for whatever you desire to achieve in health, academia, or wealth is the key to your power. 2. Maintain Integrity - there are sets of rules to allow us to live with integrity by obliterating procrastination and keeping ...
Views: 1539(3 votes) - 3 Simple Ways to be Feel JOY TODAY - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2020 from Barry ShoreSTRESS KILLS. JOY Heals. Reducing stress is one thing we all strive for, but what really is JOY? According to vocabulary.com, Joy is the emotion of pleasure and happiness. Joy can also be the very thing that delights you. It’s that feeling that comes over you when you know life is good and ...
Views: 2227(1 vote) - 3 Tips for a Better Life - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2012 from Jill DoukaOur life has become more demanding. You split yourself between work, house and family. In coaching we learn that it is very important to keep yourself in balance so that you can enjoy life. But how can we achieve this? *Exercise Strange as it may seem to you, one of the basic principles ...
Views: 1509(1 vote) - 4 Important Steps to Get a New Real Life - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2012 from Liz Fletcher BrownEach of us has an image of who we are, and that image will be the greatest determining factor in our success or failure in every area of our lives. Unfortunately, that image is primarily built by our failures, weaknesses, and disappointments. Why? Because your brain actually gives higher ...
Views: 1115(2 votes) - 4 reasons you’re a con artist and don’t know it - Life Coaching - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Matthew FerryAs a life coach, my job is to help people see beyond their limitations and ultimately live in a state of happiness and peace. The problem is that most people are con artists and they don’t know it. The dictionary defines con artist as a person adept at lying or glib self-serving talk. Most ...
Views: 1798(1 vote) - 5 Ways To Flex Your Gratitude Muscle - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2010 from Renita KalhornHere in the US, as we celebrate the holiday season, there’s been a lot of thanks and appreciation in the air. But going beyond the seasonal tradition, developing the habit of gratitude has become a common buzzword in mainstream media, touted as the key to less stress, better health and ...
Views: 1313(2 votes) - 6 Tips for Working with Your Therapist - by Submitted on May 24, 2010 from Cheryl HitchcockTherapy is not an easy endeavor, but it is well worth the effort. Sometimes it is helpful to have an action plan for exactly how to work with your therapist and what to expect. Therapists and coaches are not magic workers, but rather people who provide guidance and the tools to help you get ...
Views: 2092(2 votes) - A life insurance policy is concerning shielding those you love when your eliminated, never allow they will suffer in financial terms - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Eldora EtsittyInsurance coverage, for reasons unknown, seriously isn't looked at as absolutely essential! And it's also a lot a necessity, way more when compared with in which cellphone we all love to get and is particularly a lot more costly than insurance coverage payments! People might buy Satellite ...
Views: 507(1 vote) - A Model for Success - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Susan BrownIf you're looking for the ultimate model or surefire system for success, you will be disappointed. It's like trying to achieve the impossible task of building the perfect house to meet everyone's needs and personalities. The good news is that much like the solid architectural requirements for ...
Views: 1001(4 votes) - About Life Coaching and Getting Results - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from James RegoriskyRemember that fantastic old David Bowie tune called, “Crashing in the Same Car?” The track was about living a life where you keep repeating patterns that bring about catastrophes. If this sounds familiar to how you life is going, even if you feel “this time it will be different” you then need to ...
Views: 1491(1 vote) - Accepting Where You Are - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2007 from Gladys AndersonIt’s official – summer is over! The vibrant green colors of warmer and brighter days are becoming a faint memory. When I look around now, I see a sharp contrast to the green of summer. I see vivid oranges, muted browns, burgundy reds, and tawny taupe’s emerging. I’m reminded now how the ...
Views: 950(1 vote) - Align With What You Desire for Powerful Purposeful Action - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Nanette GeigerA common misconception about positive manifestation is the idea that your problems and shortcomings are simply going to vanish just because you want them to. If you've ever heard a life coach or self-improvement guru say anything, you've probably heard of the phrase massive action. The question ...
Views: 1704(1 vote) - Appreciating Our Differences - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Rev. Elaine Torrance-GingrichWhen I was a teenager, I remember questioning in my bible study class. My question pertained to the validity of Christianity. In other words I asked "How do we know our religion is the right one? Is there really a 'right religion' versus a 'wrong religion'? What makes us so sure that our way ...
Views: 1528(5 votes) - Are you a Creative Visionary? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Reggie OdomIf you are a Creative Visionary, you are using your creative power and innate gifts - fueled by an impulse or deep desire - to express and to share something of the vision that lives inside of you in a bigger way. This may be a truth you experience, or a unique way of seeing or knowing. It is ...
Views: 1024(1 vote) - Are you a Torch of Strength? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Joan Marie Whelan…Or an ember of weakness? How you carry yourself determines the type of energy you emit and receive. If you think like a winner, you begin to feel and speak like one. The more you assume the role and speak like a champion, the quicker and more successful your goals are achieved. 2010 brings ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - Are You So Busy That You Are Missing What’s Right in Front of You? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Paula GregorowiczOne of the key ways we sabotage ourselves is by keeping so busy that we have no room to breathe and no room to be present. We multi-task ourselves to death while overbooking our schedules and can barely see straight. I know. I’ve been there and slip into that pattern most easily. What I ...
Views: 2052(1 vote) - Are You Taking Inspired Action or Just Going Through the Motions? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Ruth HegartyIf you aren’t taking inspired action, you are probably just going through the motions of creating your dreams. What’s the difference? Inspired actions come from a place of allowing and joyful manifestation of your desires. Whereas going through the motions is living by default, doing what you ...
Views: 1844(4 votes) - Bedevilment: An Interesting Word - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Keith BrayBEDEVILMENTS (interesting word) Got this reading this morning, and the word bedevilment is one I have not seen in ages. So over to Mr. Webster. He says, "exasperating interference and trouble; a besetting with devils". The way he puts it, I know I have experienced it. Have you? The message: ...
Views: 1104(1 vote) - Can You See Yourself Achieving...? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Kaileen SherkHow we see ourselves and how we identify ourselves has a huge impact on the behaviors we adapt and the success that we are capable of achieving. When you introduce yourself to someone what are some of the things that you use to describe your identity? “I am a mom of two great ...
Views: 1127(1 vote) - Change Your Attitude to Grattitude - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Anna GoldsteinWhen you're feeling down, you blame your friends, family, and spend your time thinking about what you want but don’t have now. Your ego (your mind and awareness) tells you stories about your past and based on your interpretations of your past, you doubt yourself and worry about your ...
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