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Six Key Steps to Live Life To The Fullest - by Judi MoreoEnjoying Your Life Versus Simply Existing - by Judi Moreo- Can't Afford to Follow Your Dreams? Can You Afford NOT to? - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Debra LarsonCan't Afford to Follow Your Dreams? Can You Afford NOT to? By Debra Larson I just read an article where they said that a poll was taken and 80% of the people that participated did NOT enjoy or like their jobs. So my burning question is WHY don't people do what they love and what they ...
Views: 2696 - Body Language: Can Trapped Emotions Define Someone’s Body Language? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the words that someone uses, there is the potential for one to cover up what is really going on. Here, one can say what they think they should be saying or what sounds right. And while another person can take this as the truth, it could be just a half truth or a complete ...
Views: 2691 - ***If You Clip Your Words, Your Message Can Get Lost - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2011 from Nancy DanielsRecently I was talking to a woman on the phone and I was continually asking her to repeat herself. When our business was completed, I told her that because of the way she clipped her words, I had missed much of what she was saying. Admittedly, had I been facing her in conversation, it would ...
Views: 2690(2 votes) - Anger: Is It Good Or Bad? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe word anger and the behaviour that it creates is not something that is typically looked upon with acceptance or positivity. Anger is often portrayed as a troublesome emotion; an emotion that leads to destructive and abusive behaviour. And there is no denying that anger can be extremely ...
Views: 2690(1 vote) - Psychological Reversal: The Root of Self-Sabotage - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Michael LawrienceWhen we want to improve our lives we set an intention of what we would like and then we look for results. We may have visualized the result and taken some actions. Why do our intentions fall short of our desired results? Maybe it’s a little thing called “counter intention.” Counter Intention ...
Views: 2689(3 votes) - 5 ‘Dress for Success’ Rules for Women - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Karen KellerIs your wardrobe is holding you back? Have you taken the time to develop a personal style – one that reflects you? Keller’s Rules to Dress By: 1. Express your individuality. Remember, you are your brand. By being true to yourself you will be authentic. If you are warm, open, ...
Views: 2688 - 8 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Rita Bigel-Casher8 Simple Ways to Control Stress! Simple modifications in posture, habits, thought, and behavior often go a long way toward reducing feelings of stress and tension. Here are 8 quick and simple things you can do immediately to help keep your stress level under control. 1. Control Your ...
Views: 2688(3 votes) - Gay Men and Femininity - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Adam BlumThe complex issues of feminity and masculinity play a key role in the development of every gay man. Why are gay men ridiculed in our society? Essentially they are criticized for expressing traits that are considered “feminine”. From an early age they learn that the way they walk or move, the ...
Views: 2687 - How to get self help, to prevent from being an unhappy people? - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Nil CelenDo you really prefer to be unhappy? How do you think, you can change your unhappiness? Do you want to know the reason of your unhappiness? Do you know where you can get self help to be happy? None of us prefers to be unhappy. Feeling unhappy makes everything worse. Imagine a day; you ...
Views: 2687(1 vote) - How To Change Your Perception Of Life - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Adam BenedettoOpen up your perception of life and you will not only live life differently, but will see the world in a whole new way. Often, we can get locked into seeing the world as we think it is, instead of seeing what is real. This can come from how we feel about ourselves. We project how we feel ...
Views: 2676(1 vote) - How To Make Someone Feel Important In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Michael LeeKnowing how to make someone feel important can help you give that special person the attention and appreciation they deserve. Not all people are born with the gift for words or grand gestures. If you’re one of them, the following steps will show you how to make someone feel ...
Views: 2676 - Organize Yourself Some Good Karma - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Claire McFeeGood experiences are just waiting to be had, if you are open to receiving them that is, and equally open to giving good karma out to get it! Here’s some things you could try doing to get the universe ‘working for you’ rather than ‘against you’ if you have fallen into a trap of being impatient ...
Views: 2675 - Fly Your Kite - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Belinda LamsHave you ever watched a kite? They soar in the stratosphere - free, unencumbered, dancing and twirling in the wind. However, kites don't fly all by themselves. They need help. Who is on the other end of the string? A pilot. A solid anchor connected to the earth. If the kite ...
Views: 2670 - ***Have You Been Told That You Speak in a Monotone? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Nancy DanielsOften those who speak in a monotone are not allowing their emotions to be heard or be seen. They have a tendency to repress their feelings, keeping them on the inside. Expressing emotion is normal; it is natural; and, it is referred to as color – the life, the animation, and the passion which ...
Views: 2668(1 vote) - Develop Your Self, Voice And Mind To Benefit Your Life In General - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Leon EdwardYou need to develop both your self and your voice to get the most value for your life. This is of most benefit for people who want to take control of their lives. As individuals, we can control our egos and our inner "self-talk" so that we can make careful decisions and are not controlled by ...
Views: 2668(1 vote) - 5 Simple Steps to Clarify Your Priorities - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Kimberly EnglotSo many people think that they have priorities. They know that their jobs and families are priorities. They know that eating well and exercising are priorities. So why are so many people over weight, stressed out, out of shape and divorced? There is a difference between knowing what should be ...
Views: 2667(4 votes) - Do You Have The Mental Strength You Need To Achieve The SUccess You Desire? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Daniel HerznerHow committed are you to your own success? Ask that question of a hundred different people and I'm sure each one of them will tell you they're completely committed to living a successful, more fulfilled life. I mean, after all, who doesn't want more out of life, right? So where's the ...
Views: 2666(1 vote) - Mindset Of Success: How To Program Your Mind To Achieve Lasting Success - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Michael LeeHaving a mindset of success is very important, especially if you have a goal or a list of goals you want to achieve in life. But what exactly is this mindset of success that people are talking about? Is it something that we’re born with? Is it something that can be learned? Honestly, others ...
Views: 2665 - "How is it ?" - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2010 from Glenda Gibbs"How is it ?" Ponderings... by Glenda Gibbs How is it we view a doctor as God until he provokes us and then he's a quack? How is it we tell our children to be honest yet when we break the law or lie, our choices are exempt? How is it we endorse a professional athlete, a role model ...
Views: 2662(1 vote) - Find Out If Your Friend Likes You In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Michael LeeThere are various ways to find out if your friend likes you. In this article, I'll share with you some of these subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) ways of getting to the bottom of things. Are you ready to find out if your friend likes you? Read on! Step 1: Say Something ...
Views: 2661(1 vote) - The Compound Effect Part 1 - How the Smallest Changes In Your Habits Can Transform Your Life For the Better. - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from Arman VakiliOn Friday, February 15, 2013, humanity was reminded that we are not alone in this Universe. That day two major cosmic events occurred: a meteor crashed into Russia causing a series of explosions that injured over 1,000 people, and an asteroid flew 17,000 miles away from Earth – that’s closer ...
Views: 2661 - Why Do I Feel Lost? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Adam BenedettoDo you feel confused about your life or lost? Does your life feel like it has no purpose or plan, that you are just using up time? Do you wonder about when it will get better and when will you start really living your life? When you feel this way there is a reason. All of these thoughts mean ...
Views: 2661(1 vote) - ***Vocal Abuse: Causes & Cure - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Nancy DanielsYou know the problem; however, you don’t know how to solve it. You have chronic hoarseness or a pain in your throat. Possibly you are losing your voice by the end of the day. And, one of the qualifiers with the above problems is that you are not sick. What is happening and what can you do ...
Views: 2660 - The Rejuvenating Power of Relaxation - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Brian TracyMost successful people can be characterized as having very high levels of energy. Since energy is the fuel with which everything is achieved, there seems to be a direct relationship between energy levels and levels of accomplishment. It is hard to imagine a tired, burned-out person achieving ...
Views: 2659 - The effect of music on brain & intelligence - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2016 from Leon EdwardMusic in its various forms has been known to bring out some really positive and better changes in the overall physiology of a human being, and this has been compounded with tests as well. Music has the power to change the mind of a person to such an extent that it even becomes a life changer or ...
Views: 2656 - The Only Way To Be Cool Like James Bond - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2008 from Paul KyriaziBeing "Bond cool" is not about cigarettes, drinking, bikini girls, weapons, gadgets, or cars. It takes inner work, and expressing your individuallity. When James Bond is under pressure he doesn't fold. He focuses. He can call up his talent at will when dismantling a ticking bomb or when ...
Views: 2656 - The Value of Setting Intentions - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2013 from Jeannie CampanelliIn my own practice, the foundation of what I do at the beginning of every coaching partnership is supporting each client to get clear about what it is that they truly want. From that point, possibilities open up to be explored and acted upon and lives start to shift in magical ways. My ...
Views: 2656 - How to Conquer Test Anxiety - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Benjamin MossMany people suffer with test anxiety and its range of consequences. Some consequences are physical such as: rapid heart rate, shortness of breadth, and profuse perspiration. Some are emotional such as feeling ashamed, embarrassed, terrified and panicky. And some are substantial like failing a ...
Views: 2654(1 vote) - The Top Ten Tips for Living in Love in 2011 - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Marci ShimoffWhat’s the one thing that would make 2011 your best year ever? More money? A better job? Losing 20 pounds? As great as those might be, there’s something else that I guarantee will create a magical year: unconditional love. It’s the one thing that changes everything. What if you could live in ...
Views: 2652(4 votes) - Boundaries: Why Do Some People Walk All Over Others? - by Submitted on May 09, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people are used to having people walk all over them, there are other people who are used to walking all over others. The former is going to live a life of being violated and compromised, and the latter is going to live a life of violating and compromising others. Now, not everyone ...
Views: 2647 - Improving Reading Speed: Why It's Crucial To Your Success In Life - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Michael LeeWhy is improving reading speed so important? Does it really matter how many words per minute you can read? I'm glad you asked that question. The truth is, you're not the only one baffled by the importance of increasing reading rate. I was once confused by it too. After all, reading is still ...
Views: 2647 - Watch Your Margins: Become Aware of Your Thoughts, Emotions and Actions to Create Desired Change - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Doreen AmatelliLast week, my son who’s in middle school came home with a writing assignment corrected by his English teacher. In the margins were red marks with both positive comments and feedback on how to improve his paper. Ugh! How I hated getting those red marks from teachers when I was in school. But ...
Views: 2646(1 vote) - How To Win People Over: 3 Proven Tips To Easily Make Friends And Get Liked - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Michael LeeLearning how to win people over is like learning how to swim. It might feel a little odd at first, dipping your toes into the world of flattery and pleasantry; but you’ll eventually get the hang of it. And when you do, you’ll be able to swim your way through anything! Being a necessary skill ...
Views: 2645(1 vote) - Not Sure What to Say When You Meet Someone You Know? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Laurie WilhelmIt may sound surprising, but not everyone knows how to greet others. Whether you're approaching someone or someone has approached you, a greeting is an expression of pleasure in seeing them. It's an opportunity to show that they matter to you. A deliberate, friendly greeting establishes a good ...
Views: 2644(2 votes) - Gaining the Respect of Co-workers - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from stephanie staples“I get no respect!” the words made famous by actor Rodney Dangerfield, begs to ask the question, “Do you have the respect of your co-workers?” We all want the respect of our coworkers but it doesn’t come automatically no matter what your position is or how many initials you have after your ...
Views: 2643 - How To Live A Better Life In 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Michael LeeEveryone wants to know how to live a better life. It’s a question that cuts across all social classes - from minimum wage employees to famous celebrities. They may not ask it all in the same way, but the underlying question is clear. How does one live a better life? There’s no one answer for ...
Views: 2643(1 vote) - Communicating With Difficult People: 5 Tips To Make Peace With Difficult People - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Michael LeeCommunicating with difficult people certainly poses a challenge, but that shouldn't keep you from trying anyway. In fact, breaking through these people's barriers can be quite rewarding if you go about it the right way! Find out how to start communicating with difficult people using the 5 ...
Views: 2639 - Finding Your Self Worth - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanDo you measure your personal self worth based on what others think of you? Do you work really hard to make others like or approve of you? Do you find it hard to say no to people believing that others’ priorities are more important than your own? Do you lack confidence? If you answered yes to ...
Views: 2639 - Six Ways to Avoid Misunderstandings - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Todd SmithEarly in my career I found myself being involved in countless situations that resulted in misunderstandings. My natural reaction was to blame others, rather than accept responsibility. I used to think it was the other person’s fault if he or she did not understand something or explain ...
Views: 2639(3 votes) - Wealth Mindset: 3 Helpful Tips To Attract More Wealth Into Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Michael LeeHaving a wealth mindset can bring you lots of good fortune. After all, what the mind thinks, reality creates. Before you go on dismissing this concept, why don't you give it a try? What do you have to lose, right? The wealth mindset is easy to apply in your life. It won't cost you a single ...
Views: 2639 - Prosperity Affirmations: 3 Powerful Affirmations To Attract Prosperity In No Time Flat - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Michael LeeProsperity affirmations are the ticket to wealth and success. They condition your mind to seek out opportunities for growth. They also serve as a shout out to the universe that you're ready to handle said wealth and success. These abundance affirmations are either recited everyday as some sort ...
Views: 2637 - 5 Things You Must Know About Sudden Success - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Rebecca AstaraThese are very interesting times. The world seems to be polarized – truly feast or famine. Businesses are going under and the cries of “the economic crisis” ripple through the planet like waves ripple out when you drop a rock in the water. Fear, failure and the world’s obsession with dramatic ...
Views: 2636(3 votes) - How To Put Together a Short Speech – part one - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Mark GarnhamBecause high quality speech writing and presentation is quite a refined art, I have decided to write this article as a series so that all aspects of speech writing and presenting can be covered in suitable depth. The reader can then determine what level of requirement they have and reference ...
Views: 2636(5 votes) - The Average Person's Guide to Fear - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Phil MéthotThis one word of one syllable, this little four-letter word causes so much trouble and prompts so many people to ask questions of its nature and its hold on us. Most questions about fear have to do with getting rid of it, overcoming it, fighting it, and last but not least, being free of ...
Views: 2634(2 votes) - How To Use Your Personal Power To Change Your Life After Your Divorce - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Diane AdkinsIf your life isn't the way you want it to be, it's easy to blame circumstances or get depressed. That is especially true after going through a divorce. The truth is, though, that we have a lot more power in our own lives than we think. Our minds and hearts govern what kind of life each person ...
Views: 2632 - Access the Full Potential of Your Subconscious Mind - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Greg FrostThere is within us the inner mind, a powerful ‘orb’ of potential that we can access to boost us through life and give us the seat of success, but the thing is, none of us even know that it is there in the first place. So how do you access the full potential of your subconscious mind when you do ...
Views: 2630 - How to Outline Your Thoughts into an Article or Book - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Kathleen SpringFor centuries, many people have dreamt of publishing a book or getting an article published. Now we can add to that list, getting published online. For many, this is an additional way to get recognition that their ideas and thoughts are worthy. We are all experts at something...whether it is ...
Views: 2629 - 3 Strategies to Enhance Your Reading and Learning Comprehension - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Michael LeeTeachers often use different reading comprehension strategies to help their students understand the lesson for the day. These techniques can either be direct or indirect depending on the kind of pupils in the class. Some of them are even disguised as games to keep everybody interested. ...
Views: 2626 - Everything Starts With Attitude - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2007 from Jim BouchardEverything starts with attitude. Everything! I don’t drink the “positive thinking” cool-aid; there’s no achievement without action. However, only positive attitude produces positive action. I’ve heard some teachers say that all you need to create success is the right mental attitude. I’ve ...
Views: 2623 - Seeing though a crisis- An element of a Winning Mind - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Kevin AbdulrahmanEvery winning individual, team, organisation and athlete use their vision to attain their end reward. A winning mind knows that the road less travelled is filled with challenges. This is where Vision comes in. Unlike most people who are put off by challenges, A Winning Mind focuses on the ...
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