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Six Key Steps to Live Life To The Fullest - by Judi MoreoEnjoying Your Life Versus Simply Existing - by Judi Moreo- What is Spiritual Growth? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Caroline NettleSpiritual growth is a very personal journey. We are spiritual beings in a human body from our first breath to our last. Each time we breathe in, we accept life and all she has to offer us. With each out breath, we release all that we no longer need. As small children, we wonder at nature and ...
Views: 2117(3 votes) - What is Success? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Adam Aulenback[ source: http://www.TheSuccessAdmiral.com/blog ] As I’m sitting here watching the lightening illuminate the sky and listening to the sound of thunder as it echoes through the night, I’ve come to a moment of clarity on what success really is. Through my many years of study, research and ...
Views: 1898(3 votes) - When It's Time to Stop Persevering - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Royane RealHow important is perseverance in achieving your goals? Many success gurus tell us constantly that to achieve your goals, you have to keep on going, have faith in yourself, and never give up. To keep persevering to achieve your goal does not mean that you forge blindly ahead, regardless of ...
Views: 1565(3 votes) - When Things Suck, Who's To Blame? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Carole HodgesLast year we blamed the economy. What will we blame in 2010? Have you ever considered how blame could be impacting your success? Finding someone or something to blame gets you off the hook when things don’t turn out your way. Finding blame is common and seems to be a natural human ...
Views: 1241(3 votes) - Why is it so Important to Live in the Now - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Willie HortonI was recently asked why authors such as Ekhart Tolle, Deepak Chopra and Tony deMello (and myself for that matter) place so much emphasis on the present moment. My reader also asked me to explain why living in the past or future can be so detrimental - and that's where this article ...
Views: 4603(3 votes) - Why Should I Change and Where Do I Start? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2011 from Kamil KowalskiReason One common reason is the desire to change things, because you are less than thrilled about the way things are. You may want to change or improve your health and fitness, your social life, your career or business, your financial situation, or find your own meaning in life. Another ...
Views: 1658(3 votes) - Why You Should Have a World Class Business - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Dawn AngierWe all have different motivations for doing things. Sometimes we're motivated by something we're moving toward and other times by something we're moving away from. One person might start a business because they hate their job and don't want the restrictions imposed upon them by a boss. ...
Views: 1058(6 votes) - Your Success is an Inside Job - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Dawn Angier“An investment in yourself will pay dividends for the rest of your life. It won’t depreciate, it will appreciate. It will never be devalued or stolen. Clearly, your inner portfolio is the best investment you can make.” We spend a good deal of time and money on the outside of our bodies. We pay ...
Views: 937(3 votes) - ***From Phase of Life to Way of Life - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"The fatal metaphor of progress, which means leaving things behind us, has utterly obscured the real idea of growth, which means leaving things inside us." — G. K. Chesterton, British author, Fancies Versus Fads Marti was driving through her neighborhood to work one morning when a genie ...
Views: 1289(14 votes) - 3 Law of Attraction Secrets the Gurus Don’t Want You to Know - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Bob CrawfordThe law of attraction remains a mystery to many people, in spite of the recent wave of movies and books that claim to be about this ancient principle. This mystery surrounding the law of attraction is what makes boatloads of money for the so-called ‘gurus’... and it can also keep you from ...
Views: 4218(11 votes) - Five Tips to Boost Your Relaxation - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Mark GibsonHave you ever had these limiting thoughts about your ability to relax? “Oh, I’m long overdue for this”, or “I definitely earned it”, or “I just don’t have the time to relax”, or ”You know, sometimes I feel like I’ve forgotten how to relax” Would you like to add more relaxation ...
Views: 1523(11 votes) - How to Live in the Zone: Connect with Life Energy - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Don NenningerHow connecting with the universal energy helps you manifest your dreams. (excerpt from the book The 5 Laws of Conscious Living) Each of us radiates an energy vibe others feel. We also personally harmonize with certain energies, those that we are most focused on. Each of these channels or ...
Views: 1685(11 votes) - *** What is Personal Development? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Jennifer HowardPersonal development is all about being willing to change. This willingness to be curious and grow, allows us to reach more possibilities. Personal development is an over arching term that includes many different approaches to self-improvement. BE VERY TRUTHFUL WITH YOURSELF Personal ...
Views: 8341(8 votes) - The Four Crucial Phases Of Home Based Business Success - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Daniel HerznerIt's probably a pretty safe bet to say that you have a desire to succeed in a home based business of your own. After all, there's a good reason why you're reading these words, right? It could be that you've already found your work from home business opportunity and now it's time for you to take ...
Views: 1485(18 votes) - ***Growing the Leader in Us - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"For what we've discovered, and rediscovered, is that leadership isn't the private reserve of a few charismatic men and women. It's a process ordinary people use when they're bringing forth the best from themselves and others. Liberate the leader in everyone, and extraordinary things happen." — ...
Views: 1354(25 votes) - ***How to Say "No" Effectively - Part 1 - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Jennifer HowardEver found yourself really wanting to say “No” but saying “Yes” instead? For some of us saying "No" can be difficult. However, learning how to effectively say "No" in an assertive manner rather than not at all or in an aggressive style is an important skill that is freeing and empowering. ...
Views: 8506(5 votes) - ***The Heart of Healing - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Margaret PaulI have spent many years trying to discover the ONE thing - the one vital choice - that leads to healing and joy, or to suffering.Over 35 years ago I discovered an essential piece of the puzzle: that we each have only one to two intents at any given moment - to protect against pain and ...
Views: 4903(5 votes) - Designing Life: One Layer at a Time - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Dr. Deana MurphyLately I've been diligently thinking about making a conscious effort to think and say only the things I want to really show up in my life. It isn't a difficult process. Challenging, well perhaps. It's similar to replacing a recipe with a new one for a favorite dish that's been used all of my ...
Views: 1086(5 votes) - Every day's an Adventure! Step outside your box... - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Mary Dee FreemanI love the scene in Men in Black when they open the locker to find an alien world living inside. The aliens didn’t realize that there was a whole other world outside their locker. They were fine with their box. Imagine what would have happened if they took them out? It would have been ...
Views: 4444(5 votes) - Follow your Bliss - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Kaushal Aras“When you follow your bliss... doors will open where you would not have thought there would be doors; and where there wouldn't be a door for anyone else.” ~ Joseph Campbell Last Saturday I led a youth session at the Self realization Foundation, in Encinitas, CA. There were couple of ...
Views: 2094(5 votes) - How a Rich Mindset Can Lead to a Wealthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Judah SwagertyIt is every persons dream, who lives in a "civilized" society, to live the lavish life. To be able to travel the world and buy the things you want and deserve without worry. To live in a big home in a prosperous community. To drive the best and latest cars. To wear the best clothes designed from ...
Views: 1149(5 votes) - How a Success Business Mindset can make all the Difference in Achieving your Dreams - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from Joanna VaiouWe all desire to have success in our lives. Whether it’s in the realm of family life, love or business and careers, we all strive to achieve the best of what we are capable of achieving. We all know just how important hard work is in achieving that success, but gaining inspiration from the great ...
Views: 2490(10 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: 2650(5 votes) - Instant Attitude Boost - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Roger SeipI have done many informal surveys with people about whether their attitude is a talent or a skill. Talent being something that you are either born with or not; either you have it or you do not. Skill is something that you will learn through conscious efforts. Sometimes people have a ...
Views: 1693(5 votes) - Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Larry HehnI've always been a music buff, especially the "classic rock" genre. Growing up in Toronto in the 1970's, my transistor radio was always tuned in to local AM radio stations 680 CFTR and 1050 CHUM for all the latest rock and roll hits. Disc jockeys back then seemed to have much more personality ...
Views: 1560(5 votes) - Sometimes Affirmations Work and Sometimes They Do Not Work - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Remez SassonWhen you repeat an affirmation, with which you are not in agreement, there is often a greater or smaller subconscious resistance, which defeats the affirmation. In cases of low self-esteem, difficult situations, failure or depression, your mind is often focused on your current situation, and you ...
Views: 1717(5 votes) - Stop Trying to Be Normal - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Michael BeckStop trying to be normal. It undermines your success and keeps you in a state of mediocrity. It's an interesting phenomenon. This idea of being "normal" starts to take hold in high school. There begins to form this desire to "fit in" - to be part of a group. Or at least, not be singled ...
Views: 2573(5 votes) - The art of creating meaning in your life - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Gilbert RossI think one of the most fundamental questions we come to ask in our lives is “what is the purpose of my life?” which can be transcribed into “How meaningful is the life I am living at the moment?” This is a personalization of the more general and philosophical question “What is the meaning of ...
Views: 1379(5 votes) - The Media Virus - How Network Marketing Affects Mainstream - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Danish Ahmed"Wrong information always shown by the media Negative images is the main criteria Infecting their young minds faster than bacteria Kids wanna act like what the see in the cinema Whatever happened to the values of humanity Whatever happened to the fairness and equality Instead of spreading ...
Views: 3265(5 votes) - This Is Your Wake Up Call! - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Patrick Driessen"Don't limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as you mind lets you. What you believe, you can achieve!" - Mary Kay Ash In my daily role as a business leader of various organisations I always like to challenge the people I’m working ...
Views: 997(5 votes) - Upgrading Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2010 from Clive MillerKnow-how is no use at all when your heart chooses a different direction to your head. It has nothing to do with falling in love and everything to do with unconscious programming and neural chemical response. Stop reading now if you are one of the mythical people who have never found ...
Views: 3685(5 votes) - Why do Questions Work? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from John Robson"The quality of one’s life is directly related to the quality of questions one asks oneself." - Tony Robbins Why is this? How can we use questions to get more out of life? When we make a statement, we primarily use our logical, rational, left brain. Statements affirm what is. Questions, on ...
Views: 1237(5 votes) - Your Constant Companion - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Laura MonzoYou have a companion. One that never, ever leaves you. It sticks with you, staying even closer than your shadow. It is like a leech sucking your blood, and you cannot shake it loose. This constant companion is your mental chatter. Another name for it is your internal monologue. It begins ...
Views: 1217(5 votes) - ***Relationship Stress - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Jim ManganielloRelationship stress can be a huge source of misery and health problems. Studies show, for example, that marital stress and dissatisfaction go hand in hand with depression and heart trouble for both men and women. In one study, University of Pittsburgh researchers studied 500 middle-aged ...
Views: 2063(7 votes) - Why Should You Add New Words to Your Vocabulary? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Royane RealThere are a lot of good reasons why we should try to improve our vocabulary. When we have a good vocabulary, we not only sound smarter, but we are smarter. We can learn more things. We can understand deeper concepts and learn the connections between various bits of knowledge that we already ...
Views: 8362(7 votes) - Winemakers: Artists, Entrepreneurs & Leaders - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Jake TuschinskiMost of the winemakers I know started making wine in their garage or basement. Some inherited the family business which was also started in a basement or barn. All have the hearts of a true entrepreneur as they forge on to develop great wines. Hobbyists beware of the words “you should sell ...
Views: 1252(7 votes) - How do You Grade Your Worth and Self-Worth? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorHave you ever thought about how the way we’re taught to measure worth and self-worth is similar to how we got tests graded in school? There is an interesting parallel. The school grades you received for tests measured, in a limited fashion: how well you took tests (often designed to be ...
Views: 1651(9 votes) - Vibrational Level is Everything - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Nanette GeigerThere's more to it than picturing and thinking about what you want. Ever since the movie The Secret was created, there has been a lot of interest in the Law of Attraction, and a lot of confusion. Everything is part of the same stuff - Energy. Lots of people have been left to think that all you ...
Views: 907(9 votes) - De-Clutter Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Ruth HegartyOne of the things I’ve been doing this month to kick-start my productivity this year is de-cluttering my life both physically and emotionally. I’m have a wonderful time with this process and reaping amazing results to boot. This article explains the process and I recommend you do some ...
Views: 1538(13 votes) - ***Change or Be Changed - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesGeorge was 53 when he had his first attack. He'd smoked for almost 40 years, was badly overweight, had an extremely high fat diet, and handled stress poorly. This warning shocked him into joining a smoking-cessation program. George and his wife also learned about healthy eating and improved ...
Views: 1301(15 votes) - Discover A Website To Rework Your Very Being, Into The One You Have Constantly Dreamed Of Getting. - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from David FordIf you are to accomplish your goals in addition to uncover "riches", then dedication and self belief are completely imperative. It is vital for everyone to grasp, just how effective the skill to have faith can be. All the way through times past, religion has demanded that people place ...
Views: 1177(2 votes) - ~ ReTrain the Brain for Success ~ - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Larry AgrestoIsn’t it amazing how difficult it can be for any of us to change a bad habit or behavior? It can be a habit that is very simple such as losing your temper behind the wheel of a car or a more challenging one such as trying to break a serious addiction to say, smoking or over eating. Which ever ...
Views: 2190(2 votes) - "American Idol" Survival Guide - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Young Kim"American Idol" (FOX) isn't just a singing contest. It's basically a televised audition process to produce the next pop music star. Year after year, teens and adults audition for the show hoping to make it onto the show, and eventually win the show. Having watched every season, I've developed ...
Views: 1887(6 votes) - ***5 Tips for Selecting a Presentation Skills Workshop - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Nancy DanielsIf you are interested in improving your presentation skills, one route is the workshop. You would be amazed at the transformation possible; however, it is important to understand that not all workshops are alike. In this article, I list the 5 things you should look for if you are serious about ...
Views: 3718(4 votes) - ***Accept What Can't Be Changed and Change What Can Be - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"Your life is the sum result of all the choices you make, both consciously and unconsciously. If you can control the process of choosing, you can take control of all aspects of your life. You can find the freedom that comes from being in charge of yourself." — Robert Bennett, U.S. ...
Views: 3242(4 votes) - ***Do You Know the Difference Between Your Throat Voice and Your Chest Voice? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWhen most people speak, they power their voice by means of their voice box and throat. To a lesser extent, the mouth and nasal cavities are also acting as resonators, aiding in the production of voiced sound. And, of course, you probably think this is normal. It may be normal for you but, in ...
Views: 11560(2 votes) - ***Does Your Voice Shake in Public Speaking? 5 Steps to Stop the Quiver - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2011 from Nancy DanielsYou are standing in front of an audience. Your knees and hands are shaking; your heart is pounding in your ears and in your cheeks; sweat has formed on your brow; your lips are quivering. If all of that isn’t bad enough, when you open your mouth to speak, the voice that results is quivering or ...
Views: 14085(6 votes) - ***How Loud Is Too Loud in Speaking? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Nancy DanielsIf you find others recoiling when you speak, it could be that you talk too loudly. While those who speak too softly far outnumber those who are too loud, the difficulty with the loud voice is that it is offensive to your listener’s ears. How loud is too loud? If you have been told that ...
Views: 5155(2 votes) - ***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: 2920(2 votes) - ***Would You Consider Your Speaking Voice An Asset or a Liability? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Nancy DanielsI recently listened to a webinar in which the speaker’s voice was so nasal, it gave me a headache. And I use Bose speakers on my computer! Is this man’s voice an asset? No. In his case, it is most definitely a liability. The problem with his overly nasal voice is that he does not sound ...
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