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Six Key Steps to Live Life To The Fullest - by Judi MoreoEnjoying Your Life Versus Simply Existing - by Judi Moreo- 5 Essential Mental Habits of High Achievers - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Brian WilliamsThere are many mental habits that help us to reach for our potential and personal fulfillment. I have selected 5 mental habits that I consetently work to apply in my life and why I believe in their importance. Before I start my list, Here is a poem that I found several years ago about the ...
Views: 3122 - 5 Persuasion Techniques To Get Anyone's Attention Fast - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Michael LeeTo be able to persuade effectively, you must apply persuasion techniques to get people's attention. However, too many things are often craving for our attention. Because of this, we have developed a sort of filter to shield out those we deemed not important. The question is: How do we get ...
Views: 3117 - The Path to a Life that Rocks! - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Leah ShapiroSomeone recently asked me if I could map out the steps that they needed to follow in order to find more happiness and meaning in their life. This is what I came up with. The Path to a Life That Rocks! 1). Take 100% responsibility for your experience in life 2). Be Curious. 3). ...
Views: 3114(1 vote) - ***If You Are Soft-Spoken, Try These 5 Steps for Being Heard the 1st Time You Say It - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Nancy DanielsDo others ask you to repeat yourself a lot? If so, do you realize how much time and energy you waste saying your message a 2nd or 3rd time? In today’s fast-paced world, being heard the 1st time you say it is vital to your success. If others continually ask you to repeat yourself, eventually ...
Views: 3110(3 votes) - What Makes A Good Team Leader: Leadership Traits All Leaders Must Possess - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Michael LeeThese days, knowing what makes a good team leader is very important. There is a higher demand for people with effective leadership traits. But not all leaders are born that way. Many of them have had to work at themselves before they became shining examples of leadership. If you want to ...
Views: 3102(1 vote) - Passive Aggressive Behavior: The Awful Truth About Passive Aggressive Behavior - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Michael LeeMany things have been said about passive aggressive behavior that can sometimes make it difficult for a person to process the information in one sitting. However, this article will give you the low down on what this behavior is all about, what causes it and how to deal with it. Passive ...
Views: 3100 - *** Create Your Bucket List - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Ty BennettRecently there was an inspiring Adidas ad that read: “Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. It’s an opinion. Impossible is not a declaration. ...
Views: 3098(2 votes) - 7 Ways to Beat Self-doubt - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Evelyn LimHave you ever considered that constant self-doubt may be what is holding you back from success? With self-doubt, the belief that you have what it takes to succeed diminishes. You are always putting yourself down. It is hard to live a happy life if you are overwhelmed by self-doubt. You ...
Views: 3097 - How To Do Cosmic Ordering: 3 Powerful Tips To Attain Your Desires - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Michael LeeLearning how to do cosmic ordering is quite easy if you know the basics. After all, such a thing already feels natural to most people. If this is the first time you're hearing about it, it won't take long before you find that connection with the universe again. So how does one learn how to ...
Views: 3095 - Underachievement - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Edith Johnston PhDUnderachievement is an epidemic problem. This is a problem that needs an intensive multi-facet approach developed to shift the elements that keep underachieving behavior in place. For adults, underachievement settles into mediocre levels of functioning, with feelings of disappointment, ...
Views: 3091 - Tips On Being Assertive: 5 Awesome Ways To Develop An Assertive Personality - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Michael LeeThere is no age limit to assertiveness. If you want to know some effective tips on being assertive, then this article is for you. Being assertive comes with a lot of perks. You become the center of attention. Your ideas are often heard. And most of the time, you get what you want. ...
Views: 3090(1 vote) - Be Respectable - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Jef MenguinGet people to respect you. That is a good advice. The Unreasonable Man thinks otherwise. Losers demand respect all the time. That is reasonable. And that is their biggest mistake. They think that they need people's respect to be successful, to be significant. The Unreasonable Man does not ...
Views: 3089 - Decoding 5 Unwritten Dress Code Rules That Will Make Or Break Your Career - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from Sarah HathornSenior decision makers and HR executives constantly confide in me that high potential candidates for promotions and leadership positions just do not exude the kind of image that will let them keep moving onward and upward. But they don’t know how to explain this to these employees without the ...
Views: 3088(1 vote) - Preventing Teacher Burnout - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Fran BozarthTeachers and others in the caring professions have to walk a fine line to build and maintain their resilience if they want to prevent burn out. In the education world, a popular figure subscribed to teacher burnout is one out of two teachers leave the profession within the first five years of ...
Views: 3088(1 vote) - ***Discover One of the Little Known Secrets of Voice Training - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Nancy DanielsOne of the little known secrets of a good voice training course is that it will change your life for the better, both personally and professionally. Yes, your confidence will be bolstered and you will certainly sound more mature, but the improvements in your life will go far beyond your voice. ...
Views: 3087 - Forgiveness is Needed for Personal Growth - by Submitted on May 30, 2009 from Antionette TateForgiveness is a crucial component to your personal development. The reason that forgiveness is so important in your self development is not so much as what it does for the other person as much as what it does for you. The Law of Compensation states that you get what you give. The way that this ...
Views: 3086 - How To Improve Your Speed Reading Skills In 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Michael LeeWhen we were kids, everyone had the same level of speed reading skills. We all finished reading our books more or less at the same time. As we grew older, however, there became a noticeable disparity in speed. Some of us were able to devour a book in a day while others find themselves ...
Views: 3084 - Overcoming Guilt - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Jerry Grinkmeyer("Overcoming guilt" is the second part of our discussion on Ego, "the person we've become" as opposed to "the person we are". If you missed part one you will find it "here"). References to characters are from the author's book, "Conversations with ...
Views: 3084(1 vote) - Assessing your Relationship Mindset - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Ron SukenickWhile various combinations of interpersonal skills, focus and commitment have been proven to accelerate the relationship building process, they can only be effective if we understand how we currently operate and how we currently think. How we think impacts what we do in relationship. Albert ...
Views: 3082 - What Can We Learn from Unlikeable People? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealAll of us encounter unlikeable people from time to time. These are people who in one way or another manage to be very unpleasant to us in every encounter. Yet, even though the experience of coming across an unlikeable person can be very unpleasant, there is always something we can learn from ...
Views: 3078 - ***When the Caller Thinks You're a Female -- And You're Not! - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2010 from Nancy DanielsNothing is more distressing than for the person on the other end of the line to think you are a woman – or worse yet, to ask to speak to your mother – and you are a man. Rest assured that you are not alone but that does not make it any easier to bear. Being mistaken for a female over the phone ...
Views: 3076(1 vote) - Things Are Not Always as They Seem - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesI’d like to share with you a story that my spiritual teacher and dearest friend told me. Once upon a time, there were two seekers of enlightenment climbing in the Himalayas. One seemed more surefooted and climbed at a faster speed. He was conflicted about whether to wait for his friend to catch ...
Views: 3070(1 vote) - Comments: Why Do Some People Always Leave Negative Comments? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThrough the invention of the internet, people have been given a platform to express their views and opinions. And while this need is nothing new and has not just appeared, it has made it a lot easier for people to speak out and this is due to a number of reasons. When one is expressing their ...
Views: 3069 - Dating Survival Tips for Gay Men - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Paul Novello“I don’t think there’s enough passion between us”, “I don’t think we are a complete match”, “I’m not feeling a click”, “I don’t think there’s enough chemistry on my side”, “We’re not sexually compatible”, “I’m not ready for a relationship”, “It’s not you; it’s me”, “I’d like for us to remain ...
Views: 3067 - Rapport Building Questions: How To Ask Questions To Win Friends And Trust - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Michael LeeKnowing how to ask rapport building questions is a basic skill in sales, but it does a lot more than help you close a deal. Most people haven't realized it yet; but knowing how to ask questions can also get you good grades, earn people's respect and cement relationships. In short, ...
Views: 3067 - Fishing for elephants (and killing self-limiting beliefs) - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2017 from Fredrik LyhagenOn the journey towards greatness you must go fishing for elephants. The bigger the better. Knowing where to fish and which bait to use takes experience and when an elephant bites it can be a long fight to reel it in. And then, it's time to kill it. Fishing for elephants can be a long-winded ...
Views: 3066(2 votes) - Without Courage, Wisdom Bears No Fruit. - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2008 from Lolly DaskalI am not here to give you promise for the future. Any promise for the future makes one secure- I am here simply to make you alert and aware. That is, to be here now, with all the insecurity that life is, with all the uncertainty that life is, with all the danger that life is. I know you come ...
Views: 3065 - ***Those Who Teach Voice and Those Who Think They Teach Voice - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Nancy DanielsI recently read an article by a man who teaches presentation skills. He was discussing the fact that most people hate their voice on recording equipment because it is unfamiliar to their ear. What 'floored me' about his message was that he was suggesting you accept it and live with it. ...
Views: 3064(2 votes) - ***If Your Voice Is the Vehicle for Your Words, Are You Driving a Cadillac or a Jalopy? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Nancy DanielsNo matter how great your message or how powerful your delivery, have you ever considered the vehicle or instrument that is transporting your words? What does the sound of your speaking voice say about you? If you are over 21 and sound like a teen or preteen, do you know that you image you ...
Views: 3063 - Love: Why Do Some People Find It Hard To Love Themselves? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperJust because someone would like to love and appreciate themselves, it doesn’t mean that one finds this easy or even possible to do. But, this love is not an adaption and what appears when one doesn’t love themselves. Here, something known as unhealthy narcissism can appear; with one having ...
Views: 3062 - Sleep Programming: Can It Change Your Life While You Sleep? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Michael LeeYou're not in a sci-fi convention nor are you in some sort of lab, so why should you be concerning yourself about things like sleep programming (also known as sleep learning or hypnopaedia)? Well, it is a completely revolutionary concept that will blow your mind. Let me tell you more about ...
Views: 3060 - Having a Hard Time Setting Goals? Start with the "Attitude of Gratitude." Tip for the Day: Be Thankful. - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Patricia ClappGoal setting can be tricky. There are times in our lives when we think about setting goals and it can be so overwhelming. How can we even think about setting more goals when we have a hard time checking off our daily to do lists? It's so easy to put all the other tasks first - whether work ...
Views: 3056(4 votes) - Helping Your Team Reach Their Full Potential - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Carolyn AndersonI am a huge proponent for personal development. I am even reading my 2 year old the classic personal development book by Dr. Suess Oh, the Places You'll Go!. The other day he turned to me and said “Mom, Life’s a great balancing act”. I thought this was pretty philosophical coming from someone ...
Views: 3050(1 vote) - Big “I”, Little “i”: The Real, Honest To Goodness, Miraculous, Perfected YOU - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Michele LandersBe Content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.’ ~Lao Tzu It seems we are always searching for ways to improve upon ourselves. We fill our minds with as many books, seminars, workshops, CDs, movies, ...
Views: 3049 - How To Handle Criticism: 3 Nice Ways To Respond When Someone Criticizes You - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Michael LeeWhen we were kids, we had no idea how to handle criticism. Now that we’re older, there’s no excuse for childish behavior. We must learn to accept and cope with the situation. Unfortunately, learning how to handle criticism does not become easier as we grow older. In fact, it gets even harder ...
Views: 3049(1 vote) - Fear, Anxiety & Resistance - Fears of Creative People - PART THREE - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa KyleFears are a natural part of the creative process. All multi-talented people experience fear, anxiety, worry and resistance at some point. Today we continue our strategies for fighting fear. After you’ve identified the true nature of your fears and resistance (see Part One of this series), ...
Views: 3045(2 votes) - Leaders Are Readers - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Dawn AngierLeaders are Readers Reading can be a powerful catalyst for thinking; it has the potential for stimulating wisdom. A long while ago, I heard someone say, “Leaders are readers.” It made a big impression on me, and I never forgot it. I don’t know who coined the phrase, but I must have ...
Views: 3041(10 votes) - Not That! This! - The NLP Visual Swish Technique - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Connie Brannan"Not That! This!" The NLP Visual Swish Technique NLP, Neuro Linguistic Programming, is all about effective communications. Some of those communications are between people, and some are within our own mind. When we clearly communicate and instruct our own unconscious (creative, ...
Views: 3040(1 vote) - ***Winning the Battle of Public Speaking - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Nancy DanielsFor many people, just the thought of public speaking is enough to cause extreme panic. When you consider that it is man’s greatest fear, this is not surprising. While you may regard the act of standing in front of an audience and delivering a speech or presentation as a war that you will lose, ...
Views: 3034(2 votes) - How to Discover the Champion in You and Achieve Your Goals - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2014 from Winifred BraggHave you ever felt like your back was against the wall? You didn’t know what to do? Everyone goes through periods when they feel pressured. Why do some people succeed when their back is against the wall, while others fold? There are many examples of how people perform when they are ...
Views: 3032(2 votes) - 6 Steps to Keeping it All in Perspective: How to Not Take Yourself So Seriously - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Jenn KayeHave you ever been so caught up in your own problems that you didn’t even notice what was actually taking place around you? Or been so wrapped in responsibility and self-judgment that you failed to recognize the beauty and wonderful events actually occurring in your life? Have you ever taken ...
Views: 3030 - Life Coaching – Its Integral Role in Global Change - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Lizelle Le RouxSerena Williams, Bill Clinton, Andre Agassi, Hugh Jackman… just a few of the many highly successful people who use a life coach. Why? Because they know that self awareness is the key to successfully navigate obstacles, to keep taking empowered actions towards their goals, while their coach ...
Views: 3026 - Using Energy Psychology For Getting Free From Fear, Anxiety And Other Negative Emotions. - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Robert NajemyUsing Energy Psychology For Getting Free From Fear, Anxiety And Other Negative Emotions. In the last 35 years a number of new forms of psychotherapy have become very popular among psychologists, psychiatrists, doctors and other health professionals who work with human emotional, mental, ...
Views: 3022(1 vote) - The Essence of Servant Leadership - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Paul BrooksWhat is servant leadership? How can you benefit from it? Serving at its core meaning, is setting aside your own needs and desires, in order to aid or assist others with their needs. Notice I did not mention “wants”, it is all about helping others achieve their legitimate needs. The benefits ...
Views: 3021 - Do You Feel You Lack Direction in Life, Business, or Retirement? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorWhen you feel you lack direction in life, business, or retirement, it’s frustrating. It doesn’t have to be this way, if you have two things clear in your mind. You feel you lack direction if you don’t have a destination point envisioned in your mind. A destination point, in this context, is a ...
Views: 3019(1 vote) - Automatic Negative Thoughts: How To Stop Automatic Negative Thoughts In 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeAutomatic negative thoughts can cause serious damage to your confidence and your decision making skills. They can keep you from doing the things you've always wanted to do and from saying the things you want to say. And, well, that's not much of a life at all, is it? Fortunately, there are ...
Views: 3016 - Life Success Lessons From 15 Orison Swett Marden Quotes - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2009 from Thea Westra1. All who have accomplished great things have had a great aim, have fixed their gaze on a goal which was high, one which sometimes seemed impossible. This is something I often repeat, however I cannot stress highly enough the need to know what you want, and to define a singular, overriding goal ...
Views: 3015(5 votes) - Quantum Cookbook Review: Taking The Law Of Attraction To The Next Level - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Michael LeeWhether or not you're familiar with Quantum Cookbook, this review will be of utmost importance. You've probably watched The Secret and perhaps even read many books about the law of attraction, and its relation to quantum physics. But believe it or not, you're only getting separate pieces of ...
Views: 3012(2 votes) - Understanding The Need To Control - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Adam BenedettoFeeling the need to be in control is a strong habit. It helps us to feel safe, at peace, and content, but only on the surface, for under the desired effect of trying to control lies the real discontentment that is causing the action. The continued desire for control will override any ...
Views: 3011 - The Voice In Stillness - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Zoe RouthThis is not another article about 'active listening'. You know all the tips already - pay attention, nod, open body position, ask questions, acknowledge, clarify, paraphrase, encourage. This message takes listening to a deeper, more magnetic level that creates deep, authentic connection. The ...
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