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BRAIN POWER Our Genie to Success - by Michele Blood- Manifest in Your Sleep: How to Use the Law of Attraction in Your Sleep - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from deneen blockerYou have the ability to pivot under any and all conditions. But most of you are habitual in nature, and your patterns are so well entrenched that at times the fastest path to the joy you seek is for you to take your pivot as you sleep. By reaching for good-feeling thoughts before you go to sleep ...
Views: 10294(10 votes) - *** Your Happiness and How You Choose to Look at Things: A Simple Illustration - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiNo doubt you have heard the phrase "change the way you look at things and the things you look at change". This is such a powerful phrase because it points out that the one thing you always have control of is your thoughts -- which means you can literally choose to feel happy, or not. How often ...
Views: 1692(1 vote) - ***How to Be Successful and Make the Law of Attraction Work for You? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from Daphna Slonim, M.D.A lot of my patients ask me how to be a success. They do everything by the book, say the perfect affirmations, think positively, and do dream boards as suggested in the book “The Secret”. Yet they are not successful in making the Law of Attraction work for them. What is going on? ...
Views: 1821(1 vote) - A Heart Warming Recipe For A Happy Holiday - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontA Heart Warming Recipe For A Happy Holiday Thanksgiving is already upon us. Yes, it’s that time of year! Let’s give gratitude for all of our blessings. We can feel the weather quickly changing! It’s getting much colder as we briskly move into the winter months. Surely, we can wear some ...
Views: 1734(1 vote) - Affirmation Quotes: Use Them To Stay Motivated - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Suzanne GloverAffirmation quotes are a great tool to use for staying motivated when practicing any affirmations on your list of affirmations because they remind you that the affirmation process works. Many people, however, leave out affirmation quotes from their daily positive affirmations list and solely ...
Views: 2109(1 vote) - An easy way to start mastering fear and anxiety. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Felicity BakerHave you ever felt fear or anxiety take over your life? If you have then you will know what a vicious cycle that can be. By changing your mindset you can learn to become the master of fear, rid yourself of negative self-talk and thus live a life of joy. Yet it can be a problem if you find ...
Views: 2753(1 vote) - Benefits of a Positive Mindset - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyEveryone knows that Life is not always easy to handle. If you think about it, want whether it be a want of love, material possessions, or spiritual development is all part of everyone's earthly experience. Coming across hardship is not really a bad thing - the point is it's the way a person ...
Views: 1058(2 votes) - Breaking the Chains of Trauma Pt 2 - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Mark HollandMeditation: Connecting Above Pain Meditation is a time-honoured relaxation technique that has been used successfully in Eastern cultures for centuries to alleviate stress and focus the mind. This technique has recently gained popularity in Australia, England and the United States as millions ...
Views: 1513(4 votes) - Cosmic Ordering - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Sneha RamjiThere’s been a lot on cosmic ordering in media in recent times, from the “Secret” to Noel Edmonds getting his perfect life. You may have started out reading these books and getting really excited about the possibilities of having your dreams come true and having your very own personal genie. ...
Views: 1427(1 vote) - Daily Affirmative Prayer - Pray Ceaslessly - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Gayle Dillon“It is not necessary to spend your entire time in prayer and meditation. Rather, seek to make your work a prayer, your believing an act, your living an art. It is then that the object of your faith will be made visible to you.” God the omnipresent is wisdom, is joy, is love, is the creative ...
Views: 1227(1 vote) - Daily Affirmative Prayer - One Perfect Presence - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Gayle Dillon“I see through all physical and mental issues to the one perfect Presence within me. My body is a Divine idea.” Ernest Holmes I know there is an Infinite Source of all that is; I choose to call this Source God. I recognize this Source as the power, the presence, and the Love of All that Is. ...
Views: 1110(1 vote) - Daily Affirmative Prayer - Pictures in My Mind - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Gayle Dillon“If you think that health is Good, have a clear idea of how sweet joyous health would feel.” Scientific Mental Christian Practice – Emma Curtis Hopkins “Today I declare myself healthy. My health is the providence of God. I am well.” 40 Days with Emma Curtis Hopkins – Rev. Dr. Kathianne ...
Views: 1140(1 vote) - Daily Affirmative Prayer - The Way of God - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2009 from Gayle Dillon“We are either the Way of God, or In the Way of God." The I of the Storm Gary Simmons I sit and breathe deeply re-centering myself with Source energy. I consciously relax into this breath knowing that as I breathe in I picture each breath re-filling every cell of my being with a renewed ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Daily Affirmative Prayer: One Life, One Heart, One Soul - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Gayle Dillon“I live in a surrounding River of mind, into which thoughts fall, and which ceaselessly turns ALL these thoughts into form.” Ernest Holmes There is One Life, One Heart, One Soul, One Mind that manifests in, through and as each of us. On this glorious God morning I connect to this oneness ...
Views: 1431(1 vote) - Deliberate Creators: Which Comes First, Action or Alignment? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Nanette GeigerAction or Alignment – Which Comes First? It depends. Deliberate creating means that you have a definite objective, goal or desire. That’s the deliberate part. The creating part is getting your internal state to match your outer expectations and actions. Exactly what do I mean by the ...
Views: 2337(1 vote) - Dreams: A Bridge To The Otherworld Activity of Supreme Significance! - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Paula Andrea Pyle, MADreams are as centrally exposed and driven as you make them. Either they're important or they're not. It's your night of esoteric surrender. However, dreams do mean different things to different people, depending upon the relevance one places on the content. If you are not interested in ...
Views: 2552(1 vote) - Focus on Mental and Emotional for Self Improvement - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2010 from Jim MooreNot all people believe this but the mental and emotional aspects of a person, when combined, can lead to better self improvement. Emotions can dominate our actions and reactions, even though we don't want it to happen at times. Society often see emotions as a sign of weakness, so people are used ...
Views: 1536(7 votes) - Go With the Flow - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Rev. Elaine Torrance-GingrichWe already understand that having the desire is the first step in deliberate creation. What we tend to struggle with is allowing our desires to flow to us. We get so caught up in the "how", we don't allow ourselves to be guided and "go with the flow". Let's face it; we weren't raised with ...
Views: 1472(1 vote) - Good Advice from the Sages - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Dada VedaprajinanandaWe all begin our lives with a lot of hope for the future. In this game of life some people reach their goals and end up satisfied that they have made the best use of their existence on earth, and others die in frustration. The difference between success and failure is often in having proper ...
Views: 1331(1 vote) - Guided Imagery as a Tool for Positive Affect - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Robin DilleyGuided Imagery, Guided Interactive Meditation, and Visualization are similar words and practices. The point of this type of exercise is to exercise your belief system to work for you and not against you. Even though there are many benefits of talk therapy alone, it is important that the ...
Views: 1323(3 votes) - Have You Decided To Be Happy? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2010 from Dr. LaVerne Adekunle“Have you Decided to Be Happy?” Happiness is a state of the mind. Therefore one must decide to be happy. It is an emotion that can be controlled. However, the focus should not be limited to if one obtains tangible things. For example, I will be happy if I get a house, a car, or a higher ...
Views: 2339(1 vote) - How The Law of Attraction Can Bring You a Life of Endless Fun! - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Imelda LeahyIf you would like to live a life filled with fun and joy and passion and love, then doesn't it makes sense to be spending a good proportion of your time and energy on things that you love, with the people that you adore, wearing clothes that please you that make you feel great about yourself? ...
Views: 1469(1 vote) - How Thoughts Affect Our Reality - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from Marc FreyA lot has been written about the effects of our thinking on our life. By now many people know that in some way or another our thinking affects our life. We hear things like: “Think positive, there are two sides to the coin, the glass is either half empty or half full”. Does this sound familiar? ...
Views: 8190(1 vote) - How to Attain Genuine Confidence - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyYou may find it surprising to know that there is more than one form of confidence. Some mannerisms that can seem to be a sign of confidence in a person are in fact not confidence at all. The thing is what is genuine confidence? Well, genuine confidence is a natural deportment or magnetic energy ...
Views: 2408(2 votes) - How to Change Negative Thoughts That Rob You of Your Joy - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Barbara MillerAre you plagued with negative thoughts that keep bombarding your mind with fear and anxiety? We all face times of stress in our lives and while normal at times, not dealing with stress can lead to feelings of insecurity, panic attacks, insomnia, poor digestion, heart palpitations, and myriad ...
Views: 1307(2 votes) - How to Come to Terms With Your Mistakes - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyHave you ever come across a perfect person? I bet you've answered no to the question. The thing is no one is an ideal human being because if humans were, there would be no such thing as wars, stress, sadness, or mistakes. The funny thing is even though, while we may never accomplish perfection ...
Views: 1391(1 vote) - How to Gain Self Confidence - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2015 from Sheela MasandThis week I have had many interactions on email and in conversation with people citing confidence as being their biggest struggle in growing their business. They have either stated: “I have a lack of confidence” “I want to feel more confident” “I just don’t have the confidence I need ...
Views: 1302(1 vote) - How to Make More Money Using the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Sherri HatchWhy do the “rich” get richer and the “poor” stay poor? The more you believe “I don’t have enough” the more the universe brings you “not enough”. The universe cannot give you money, success, opportunities, solutions or ideas when you decide “I don’t have enough”. The universe cannot show ...
Views: 1054(5 votes) - How to Plan For a Successful Future - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyHaving a positive mental attitude is part of programming yourself to feel and believe you are optimistic in your approach to different situations that life might throw at you, and that you are going to be successful in achieving your goals. Thinking positively builds self-confidence. The thing ...
Views: 1372(2 votes) - How To Remain Positive In The Face Of Evil - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from John Carinci“How To Remain Positive In The Face Of Evil” (from my book) BOSTON reminds us of the World Trade Center act. At 9:03 A.M., I saw the second plane in a precise angle purposely crash and disappear into the South Tower. I yelled for my wife, who was then taking her turn in the bathroom, to see ...
Views: 1236(1 vote) - How to Stop Negative Thinking – Three Easy Steps to Stop Negative Thinking - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from brad hodgeHave you ever noticed that when you "try" to stop focusing on something you can't? If I were to say don't think of pink elephants you would find yourself thinking pink elephants. If you're the visual type, you might even be seeing one in your mind's eye. So how do you stop negative thinking? ...
Views: 787(1 vote) - It is true because I was told it is true - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Elsabe SmitHow many things do you believe because someone else tells you that it is true? Let me give you an example. When you are a child, you trust people and do not question what your parents tell you. As you gain life experience, your parents are there to guide you and teach you how to interpret ...
Views: 1064(1 vote) - It's possible but it ain't easy - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from croz crossleyIt is so exciting to have the teachings of Wallace all of a sudden becoming mainstream and being brought to millions more people. Just as an observation, I would like to say to everyone, DO NOT GET CARRIED AWAY. I have seen the all the TV shows and it is good that SOGR principles are ...
Views: 1177(2 votes) - Letting Go of the Past - At Last! - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Shirley CartonLetting Go Of The Past - At Last ! A Self Help Article by Shirley Carton ©2008. Is there somewhere you desperately want to get to, but you do not know how to get there? Letting go of the past is a great place to start. It will happen for you when you decide to walk out of ...
Views: 1469(1 vote) - Life issues Pt. 3 - An Attitude of Gratitude - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2003 from Nicholas Dixon============================================================ Special Requirements For Reprint: Article may be freely reprinted in your ezine, in your e-book and/or on your web site with the authors resource box included and without any ...
Views: 1489(1 vote) - Live Life Like You Know Who You Are - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from S. Evette GardnerWe all do it at one time or another. When you’re feeling bored, when you’re feeling insecure and need to experience a little assurance, when you’re looking for an escape, or want to try out what it would feel like to make a wish come true – you daydream. You’ll place yourself in and through all ...
Views: 991(5 votes) - Make Your Life Better With Positive Self-Talk - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyThe way you feel about yourself makes a really big difference in how you think about yourself. The thing is you can keep away from feeling down, or troubled if you know what to say to yourself and know the right way to say it. Even during hard times you can find moments of happiness and ...
Views: 878(1 vote) - Nine Steps to More Resilience - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyWhat is resilience? Well, resilience is having the capacity to bounce back from adversity, and to successfully adapt to difficult situations. People who have this flexibility are adaptable and realistic in their thinking. They see failure as just a momentary set back. Basically they don't take ...
Views: 1001(2 votes) - People Living with Purpose - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Kim Wierman“What is my purpose?” There is a point in most of our lives that we ponder this question. We stop and look at our careers, family and life choices and ask ourselves what it is all for. For each of us the point at which this question presents itself varies. For me I have had it as long as I ...
Views: 1120(1 vote) - Real Gratitude is an Attitude of the Heart - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from denny hagelThe holiday season is here and most of us are planning and preparing to make our family gatherings a time of joy and celebration. From meals to gift giving, once November 1st arrives, the rush is on and anticipation builds. For some, it can be a stressful time, for others it is their most ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - Second Step Of Success: Your Passion Becomes Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Marcella BellSo many people see themselves as entrepreneurs, so they look into various businesses they believe would help them to achieve this goal. They get into the business of their choice only to realize that the business they chose was not something they were really passionate about, but because they ...
Views: 1118(1 vote) - Seven Great Ways to Boost Your Optimism - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyThe way you view life is so important, and yet most people never realize that. If you're an optimistic kind of person, you'll open all kinds of positive doors for yourself and lead a very fulfilled life. However, with a negative mindset you could end up in places that you never wished for, and ...
Views: 854(1 vote) - Six Great Tips For Creating Balance in Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyYou all have experienced a period in your life where you have felt out of control and imbalanced. It is perfectly natural! But how can you attain a balance in these chaotic periods? If you can understand what true balance in life really means then you will be on the first step toward creating ...
Views: 820(1 vote) - The ABC's Of Self-Care - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Sue HeldenbrandEach member of the family may chose to pick one thing to do each day of the week OR you can use your own ABC’s. This changes your focus to bringing positive changes into your life. As a family, talk about the benefits, challenges and how these changes affect others. For example: ...
Views: 4630(1 vote) - The Essence of Presence - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Marti AngelIt has been said that when you pray you should come to the altar with humility, gratitude and love in your heart. Truthfully, it is very rare for any of us to truly come to any place, relationship or situation in our life with this presence. If we did, this would be the most life changing ...
Views: 1087(1 vote) - The Law of Attraction Can Help You Manifest Your Desires, Including Wealth Attraction - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from Nanette GeigerPeople often ask me how to manifest their desires. One person asked how it was possible to stay positive when faced with the prospect of losing his house. Imagine you're in a car barreling towards the edge of a cliff. There's already a lot of energy and momentum racing forward. The only way ...
Views: 1610(6 votes) - The Like Attracts Like Attraction Factor - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2010 from Thea WestraIf like attracts like, then what do you see surrounding you at this time? Someone once said to me, if you want to know to what you're committed, just take a look around you. They are words I have never forgotten, and they can raise my spirit, or other times can leave me a little flat. Depending ...
Views: 2958(4 votes) - The Other Side Of Fear - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Maria PortasFear is not from or of God. It is what you have created to keep you small. Keep you little and unassuming. Your world is abundant, and yet you live in fear. If only you knew that fear is not real, it is but a fantasy to destroy the life which lives in you. We are filled with the power of ...
Views: 1132(1 vote) - Turning a Dream Trip into Reality - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Kristine Polley“Whatever you do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius and power and magic in it.” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Short on money? Wondering how you’re ever going to be able to take your “dream trip?” One way to get closer to your goal is to create a “trip fund.” Dreams are SO ...
Views: 1230(1 vote) - Want To Be A Millionaire? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Tim RyanLet's cut to the chase. While money doesn't guarantee happiness it can certainly open doors to a lot of things that do. If helping others makes you happy then donating money is one of the best ways to do this; If travel is your thing, then of course you'll be needing to pay for that ...
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