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Six Key Steps to Live Life To The Fullest - by Judi MoreoEnjoying Your Life Versus Simply Existing - by Judi Moreo- How Do You Define Success? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Margaret PaulTake a moment to go inside and see how you define success. Is your success defined by:How much money you have?Having a big house and an expensive car?How expensive your clothes are?Traveling first class on airlines?How attractive you are?How attractive your partner is?How famous you are?Winning ...
Views: 5803(7 votes) - The People Around you Mirror who you are - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Andrew HortonStrive to hold the highest consciousness possible and aspire to surround yourself with the RIGHT people. People that reflect the qualities you want to see in your own life. This will help you keep your focus and energy on the business of utilising your excellence and exposing your ...
Views: 5803 - Mind Tricks To Play On People And Win Them Over - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Michael LeeThere are many mind tricks to play on people that can make them change their behavior and respond to certain circumstances. The human brain is extremely intelligent and complex, but sometimes it can be misled. These psychological techniques work on a person’s emotions, thinking and ...
Views: 5793 - Feel Your Emotions—Don’t Analyze Them! - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2009 from Arleen HannichMany of us do not feel our emotions fully, especially emotions we tend to think of as negative; for instance, anger, sadness, fear, hate, doubt, shame, jealousy, and resentment. Regardless of why we do not feel our emotions, the end result is the same. We: * Lose personal power and ...
Views: 5784(2 votes) - Achieving Career Success as a Migraine Sufferer: the Ten Principles - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Gerry FryerMigraine sufferers can have successful and meaningful careers on their own terms. They can obtain the additional satisfaction of overcoming a serious health handicap in doing so. Migraineurs have made great contributions to society - see http://www.migraines.org/myth/mythgood.htm. I ...
Views: 5764 - How To Deal With People You Don’t Like In 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Michael LeeGone are the days when you have to fume silently as your neighbor makes that awful racket with his lawn mower, or when your co-worker becomes too nosy. After you read this article, you’ll know some secrets on how to deal with people you don’t like. Sometimes, life just happens to give you one ...
Views: 5764(3 votes) - Personal Development - Get Out of Your Trance State! - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Willie HortonThe normal mind is anaesthetized. I’ve come across people who do things they know they shouldn’t be doing but they appear not to be able to help it. I know people who insist on reading every single email the moment it arrives even though they’re supposed to be in the middle of something ...
Views: 5761(6 votes) - Addiction to Distractions - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Margaret PaulWhen we were growing up, we experienced many life situations that caused us deep heartbreak. Any time we lost someone we loved, or we were yelled at, ridiculed, shamed, ignored, not seen or connected with, physically or sexually abused, or treated in any other unloving ways, our little hearts ...
Views: 5750(3 votes) - When You're in That Bad Place: 3 myths that keep you stuck - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Belinda LamsIn a funk. In a hole. In a rough patch. Off my game. Fallen off. Hit a wall. Hit bottom. Slipping. Spiraling. Tanking. Trapped. Stuck. Do these words ever come out of your mouth? Face it. We all have bad days or bad seasons where we don't have a sense of well-being. Even though ...
Views: 5744(1 vote) - Money Consciousness: 3 Steps To Attract Unstoppable Wealth And Abundance - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from Michael LeeMoney consciousness is not always about having a lot of cash; it is also about having the ability to attract wealth in the first place. Whether it’s about getting a raise in your salary or allowance, having a mindset that attracts prosperity can make things happen for you. Now, you don’t need ...
Views: 5731(1 vote) - How to Win Your Inner Battles - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Belinda LamsWhat kind of person do you want to be? Do you notice that once you set out on a course to change something in your life, you immediately bump up against obstacles? While some obstacles are external, many actually exist within us. It's as if we're in a battle with ourselves. What is ...
Views: 5728 - Understanding the hierarchy of values - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2011 from Maria ErvingWhy understanding each others values can help resolve conflicts. Assuming that you have taken your time to identify your values, it's very important to become clear about the hierarchy they are in as well. Why is that? Because we can share values with the people we surround ourselves ...
Views: 5712(1 vote) - The Ability To Respectfully Disagree - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Dawn AngierA critical key to success in your career and in your life overall is developing and maintaining good relationships. In fact, "Relationships" is number five of the Ten Pillars of a World Class Business. Our relationships with coworkers, suppliers, spouses, clients, bosses, siblings, employees, ...
Views: 5704(1 vote) - How to develop a burning desire to achieve success? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dia ThabetHow to develop a burning desire to achieve success? We all know that strong desire is needed to achieve any goal and success. The question many people ask is how to have strong desire and will power? What is the desire that is needed to achieve any goal you want? How does it feel ...
Views: 5690(2 votes) - Why am I Talking? Saying too Much at Work - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonI learned the W-A-I-T acronym in my graduate school training. I’ve always posted a small note on my wall, out of the client’s view, as a reminder. The letters stand for “Why Am I Talking?” Why do people talk too much in business situations? They’re anxious. Maybe the gathering is about a ...
Views: 5689(1 vote) - 6 Ways to Counter the Female Manipulator - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2011 from Karen KellerSo what can you do when you notice you are the object of another woman's manipulation? You can escape female manipulation tricks without giving in by following these 6 pieces of advice (Counterattacks to the above behaviors). 1. Buttering You Up: All women would like to believe another ...
Views: 5682 - Emotional Containment: What Is Emotional Containment? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperThe mainstream media covers many areas of life and one of the areas they cover is what one needs to do in order to be happy and healthy. Here, one will be told what they need to do and what they need to avoid. There will be what one needs to eat and avoid, and what they will need to have in ...
Views: 5678 - How to be Decisive - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from CB MichaelsFew people understand the value of decisiveness. The ability to make quick decisions not only lends you an air of confidence, intelligence and authority, it can also make the difference between a positive and negative outcome in many situations. Some people believe that they are just “naturally ...
Views: 5672(7 votes) - What You Can Learn From Fleas - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Zig ZiglarYour experience influences how high you think you can go. If you have been told (or told yourself) that you can only expect so much out of life, you may have conditioned yourself to mediocrity. One of my favorite stories is about flea training. It is the perfect illustration of how your ...
Views: 5648 - ***Is the Tone of Your Voice Distant or Inviting? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWhen it comes to the speaking voice, tone deals with the expression of a mood or emotion. In relationship to your delivery, your tone can have a surprising influence on how your topic or subject is perceived. If you were to give a motivational speech, your tone would be different than were you ...
Views: 5642(1 vote) - How To Approach Someone You Don’t Know In 5 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2011 from Michael LeeDo you want to know how to approach someone you don’t know? Thinking about striking a conversation with a stranger, but the nerves are getting in the way? Scared to embarrass yourself in front of other people? Learn how to approach someone you don’t know right here right now. Step 1: ...
Views: 5641 - Personal Core Values - Extensive List of Core Values - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Robin GalbraithEvaluating your personal core values is an important part of any personal growth plan. It is a key factor in cultivating a positive attitude. Part of any good personal development plan should include an evaluation of your personal values. Values are: A principle, standard, or quality ...
Views: 5624(3 votes) - 5 Common Causes of Writer's Block - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWriter's block is a common occurrence for anyone who frequently writes any type of composition. Whether you are trying to write an article or supply useful information in another format on a regular basis this nemesis will occasionally disrupt your progress. What is it that causes these ...
Views: 5615 - Heartbreak - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Margaret PaulCeline, an only child, was 7 years old, her mother died tragically in a car accident. She and her father were devastated. However, unlike so many of my clients who lost parents and no one was there for them, Celine's father was completely there for her, even while dealing with his own grief and ...
Views: 5586(4 votes) - Responsibility: Why Do Some People Say 'You' Instead Of 'I'? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone talks about something they have been going through or how they currently feel, there is the chance that they will use the world ‘you’. This means that the word ‘I’ is unlikely to be used. So even though one is talking about themselves, it can come across as if they are talking ...
Views: 5584 - Benefits Of Attending Personal Development Courses - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2013 from Ewen ChiaYou may have heard of the term “junkies” when it comes to personal development courses, however, which simply refers to people who attend course after course. However, did you ever stop and think about why these people get so enthusiastic about attending these workshops and seminars? In this ...
Views: 5579(4 votes) - 5 Positive Attitude Activities For An Awesome Life - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Michael LeePositive attitude activities help us deal with the pressure of everyday responsibilities. Now more than ever, we are faced with different challenges and become vulnerable to stress, making it hard to maintain an optimistic behavior. The following positive attitude activities can help you cope ...
Views: 5570(1 vote) - Don’t Worry About Results - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Zig ZiglarHave you ever watched people bowl? Many of them go through a little ritual before they actually get to the point of hurling their bowling ball in the direction of the pins. They carefully lace up their bowling shoes, and then the hunt for the perfect bowling ball begins. They may put on a ...
Views: 5557(4 votes) - Remove Anger and Resentment from Your Life with the Squash and Release Technique - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Cassandra LeeLet me just say this, I am a woman that can hold onto resentment! When I feel I have been wronged, I will form a “frosty” attitude that not even a polar bear could stand it! In recent times, however, first-hand experience has taught me that holding onto anger or wrapping myself in a ...
Views: 5555(7 votes) - How To Transform Your Self Image - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Evelyn LimYour self image is the opinion you have about yourself. Just like how you would form judgments about others, you can also view yourself in a certain way. The problem is that many people do not have very positive self images. They can judge themselves pretty harshly. A negative self image ...
Views: 5553(2 votes) - Open Ended Questions Make Better Conversations - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Mike KingQuestions are a critical piece of any conversation and there is an easy way to use them to build better conversations and depth while communicating. That method is simply by using more open ended questions. Open Ended Versus Closed Ended There are two types of questions that are important to ...
Views: 5547 - ***If You Look Like a Goddess, But Sound Like a Bimbo, He May Not Find You That Hot! - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Nancy DanielsYes, Fran Drescher is a beautiful woman, but when she opens her mouth to speak, it is hard to take her seriously. If you are hoping to meet the man of your dreams, have you ever considered what your speaking voice is saying about you? Do you sound nasal and high-pitched or whiny and irritating ...
Views: 5527(1 vote) - ***Moving Beyond Emotional Dependency - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Margaret PaulAre you ready to be your own person? Are you ready to move beyond neediness and into emotional freedom? Are you ready to stop needing others to make you feel that you are okay? Are you ready to learn to fill yourself with love and define your own worth?I hope so! Being emotionally dependent is a ...
Views: 5512(3 votes) - The Secret to Emotional Healing - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Margaret PaulWhat does it mean to emotionally heal? It means that you know what you are thinking or doing that causes fear, anxiety, depression, guilt, fear, anger, jealousy, and so on, and how to learn from and heal these painful feelings. It means that you no longer turn to addictions to avoid loneliness, ...
Views: 5478(2 votes) - ADVICE AND ENCOURAGMENT Oprah's Quotes & Affirmations From the Book Oprah In Her Own Words - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriADVICE AND ENCOURAGMENT Oprah Winfrey– “Pay attention to your feelings. The path to discovering why you are here is through your feelings.” Suggested Affirmation: “I pay attention to my feelings.” Oprah Winfrey– “I don’t believe in coincidences.” Suggested Affirmation: “I do not believe ...
Views: 5472 - What Inspires You? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Terrianne SmallIf you’re anything like me then you often see yourself somewhat contented with your life the way things are, but often you look around you and dream of what your life would be if only you did things a little differently. We all aspire for something deeper and more meaningful. To fulfill your ...
Views: 5415(10 votes) - The Importance of Knowing and Honoring Your Core Values! - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Suzanne McKennaWhen setting goals to get us to where we want to be in life it is so important that we always honor our core values in all we do. WHAT ARE CORE VALUES? Firstly values are the things in life which are most important to you but core values go even deeper still. These are the qualities and ...
Views: 5393(10 votes) - Stop Reading Self-Help Books! - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Willie HortonI am forever being contacted by clients recommending a variety of self-help books. And, yet, a client recently mentioned to me that he had been on a workshop where another participant told him to "Stop reading the books - and start living it!" The truth is, that you will only find true wisdom ...
Views: 5388(5 votes) - Develop a Winning Personality - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from cedric riceThe world is made up of different individuals. No two people are exactly the same in any respect. This is the thing which makes life so wonderful and interesting. Your personality is the way that you think and act and it is unique to you. Experience plays a big part in personality development ...
Views: 5386 - ***What Will They Think? - Love and Approval Addiction - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Margaret PaulWhen you were growing up, how often did you hear, "What will they think?"Who are "they?" Unfortunately, "they" are everyone. Many of our parents and caregivers were love and approval addicted and geared their behavior to try to have control over getting love and ...
Views: 5382(3 votes) - Become Positive, Become Proactive - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2009 from Albert GaroliSometimes, we can feel overwhelmed by life, feeling as though small problems are bigger than they should be or that we lose control of ourselves and the outcomes we wish to achieve. Whether it’s based on a bad day or a bad year, the solutions are always easier than they seem and yet we fail to ...
Views: 5381(33 votes) - ***The Truth About Chronic Hoarseness and Voice Loss - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2011 from Nancy DanielsMany people suffer from chronic hoarseness, sore throats and even loss of voice; and, most of these people do so because of misuse of the speaking voice. It is common; it is world wide; and, it is a growing concern. Through the years that I’ve had a website on voice improvement, 40% of those ...
Views: 5375(3 votes) - ***Do You Have Too Much on Your Plate? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Sharon MelnickDoes your ‘to do’ list feel like the never-ending stream of clowns getting out of a Volkswagen? Conventional wisdom suggests that to reduce your overwhelm you should ‘Prioritize’. But your challenge is that Everything Seems Urgent. Below is the formula to win in situations of ‘too much to ...
Views: 5362(1 vote) - Balanced Scorecard for personal growth - 5 ready-to-use KPIs - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2013 from Aleksey SavkinThe balanced Scorecard is one of the most popularly used strategy performance management tools currently being used in the corporate world is the Balanced Scorecard. Primarily, it is a tool used to measure the performance of individuals, projects or a whole business entity. For instance, ...
Views: 5336(1 vote) - Key To Success Lies In Positive Thinking - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Tom Cramer"Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; not so much by what happens to you as by the way your mind looks at what happens." - John H. Miller All of us face problems in our lives. But positive thinking keeps us going and helps us ...
Views: 5328 - Fear of Failure - Overcome Doubt, Self-Doubt & Creative Paralysis - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa KyleFear of failure. The words pierce the heart of any creative person. Everyone with talents has experienced doubt and self-doubt. Whether it takes the form of anxiety about the quality of your work -- or terror at the state of your career, fear of failure comes in different flavors and burbles up ...
Views: 5278(2 votes) - Negative People: Why Are Some People Always Negative? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhat is clear that is that life is not always a bed of roses: there are ups and downs and sometimes, there can be more downs than ups. For some people, there will be more ups than there are downs, but for others, the downs will outweigh the ups. One might then come to the conclusion that one ...
Views: 5276 - ***Do You Avoid Failure Like the Plague? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from Margaret Paul"You may have a fresh start at any moment you choose, for this thing that we call 'failure' is not the falling down, but the staying down."--Mary Pickford, 1893-1979, Actress and producerThere are two kinds of people: those who focus on avoiding failure, and those who focus on learning ...
Views: 5272(2 votes) - 3 Rapport Building Exercises That Build Trust And Friendships - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Michael LeeEveryone needs to participate in rapport building exercises. If you want to move forward in your career as well as in your personal life, then you shouldn't hesitate to go through them too. Read on for more rapport building exercises. 1) Daily Greetings One way to help you establish ...
Views: 5270 - ***Healing Social Phobia - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Margaret PaulWhat is Social Phobia?Social phobia - or social anxiety - is the fear of interacting with others in various situations: groups, work, school, parties, on the telephone, in a market or store, and so on. People with social phobia experience extreme anxiety or panic when they know that they have to ...
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