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- 5 Lessons I have learned on my Journey to Personal Growth - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Declan flahertyPersonal growth is the most important thing we can focus on in our lives. Each and every day I take time out for myself to Meditate, visualize and/or contemplate my contribution to the reality I undoubtedly create. This practice is by far the most rewarding aspect of my daily activities. I ...
Views: 924(3 votes) - Ten Guaranteed Ways to Stop Pain from Stopping You - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Maggie PhillipsIn spite of all our efforts to get out of pain, when it persists, with it comes with feelings of despair, helplessness and hopelessness. Why try anymore when nothing seems to work? But there is hope. These ten proven ways can stop pain before it stops you. Those who have used these skills, ...
Views: 2109(4 votes) - Your Self-Esteem is On The Rise - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Debbi DachingerYour Self-Esteem is On The Rise “This is what the secret of letting go is all about. First must come the understanding that we are still carrying around the accumulated defeats of a lifetime, and that these weary weights have only served to make us someone sorry, not someone special.” - ...
Views: 1194(3 votes) - Internet Dating 101: Be Proactive and Attract Your Perfect Match - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasI don't think I need to explain, but internet dating is one of the most popular ways to find love. Unless you've got access to an old-fashioned matchmaker, logging on and being matched to other singles is virtually the only sensible option! Why is a life coach writing about internet dating? ...
Views: 3278(3 votes) - Criticism Won't Kill You (No Really, It Won't) - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasIt's said that people are more afraid of public speaking than of dying, but there's a more destructive and crippling fear - the fear of being criticised. This fear keeps you hostage and makes you give up your dreams. It keeps you awake at night with your stomach churning and causes you to ...
Views: 1170(2 votes) - What I Learnt From My 50 Different Jobs (Hint: Only Do What You Love) - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasA Jill-of-All-Trades from a young age, I've had more than 50 jobs in my life - mainly because I wasn't sure what I wanted to do, so I thought I'd test them all! I had serious angst about my "purpose" and wandered through these jobs hoping for a bolt of inspiration to hit me. I also had a ...
Views: 989(3 votes) - You Don't Have to Be Perfect! (Hear that, You Crazy Perfectionist?!) - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasRule #361 - No wet sponges to be left in the sink Rule #773 - All jars must face the same way Rule #978 - Everything must always be done 110% Are there any perfectionists out there? Or am I the only one? If you're mentally totting up your own personal rules, then you probably are ...
Views: 943(3 votes) - My Year of Crazy, Unbelievable Good Luck..... (Was it the Law of Attraction? You Decide!) - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasThe last year and a half has been the luckiest and most amazing of my life so far. It also coincided with me experimenting with the Law of Attraction and other well-known personal development principles. In one year, I achieved some almost unbelievable goals and manifested almost £500,000 ...
Views: 1130(3 votes) - What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up? (It's Never Too Late To Find Your Dream Job!) - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasEveryone loves asking little kids that question. Mainly because they say such interesting things - astronaut, professional football player, cowboy, ballerina, vet. Of course, kids aren't so bothered by the fact that they'll one day need a job to "pay the bills" or care about making "sensible" ...
Views: 937(2 votes) - Can You Play in Alternate Universes? Two Easy Visualisations to Manifest Your Goals Fast - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasLet your soul stand cool and composed before a million universes. Walt Whitman How in control do you feel of your life right now? Do you feel like you can make changes at will or are things "decided" for you? For years I saw myself at the mercy of fate. If the game of life was roulette ...
Views: 1110(2 votes) - Just Because It's Your Destiny Doesn't Mean It's Always Easy - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasYou may feel it's your destiny to be rich, successful, a mother, an author, etc. You feel it in your bones and you know it will happen eventually. Some days are so easy - the creativity flows from your brain into your life's work and it's a joy to be alive. Other days you wonder.... If ...
Views: 977(2 votes) - 5 Daily Do-ables to Build Confidence - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Lynn Kennedy BaxterYour confidence level needs to be replenished daily as Mia Hamm of the US Women’s Soccer Team said, “Confidence takes constant nurturing. Like a bed, it must be remade every day.” There will always be situations, events and people who erode your confidence, because you are hard wired ...
Views: 1568(2 votes) - Signs to Prevent Athlete Suicide - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Loren FogelmanAny time an athlete commits suicide is a tragedy. The sporting community is mourning the loss of four gifted athletes. Rick Rypien, 27, who recently signed with the Winnipeg Jets in the National Hockey League, is the most recent athlete to have committed suicide. Derek Boogaard, 28, another NHL ...
Views: 3185(3 votes) - Discover a New Way to Tell Your Story - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Kim OHaraYou know that old story you continue repeating, in your head and to others? The same old tune that's as worn-out as last year's slippers? And, about as comfortable, eh? What you’ve been repeating is most likely filled with past failures and present fears and limitations. It is really not serving ...
Views: 943(2 votes) - Positive Visualization- Developing the Will to Win Mindset - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Rhod JonesWhen I was playing rugby as a youth and later when I started coaching various youth age group players I observed that the fastest, strongest and the most skilled player usually achieved the most in the game. When I became a professional rugby player and then after retirement I started ...
Views: 1246(2 votes) - Self-esteem - A Fragile Thing - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2011 from Sawas DeeSelf-esteem is something we discuss very often, but without knowing the proper definition for it. Indeed, we do not need a very strict definition, but one that is both simple and right would define self-esteem as being a person’s basic and fundamental sense of worth. It’s the thoughts and ...
Views: 984(2 votes) - Caregiving from Inner Beauty and Sexuality - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Betty LouiseHave you always been a caregiver in your family? Many women live this role of caregiver from a very young age. That was certainly my story, and I have no blame or upset with my parents for how this played out in my life, however I am aware of the impact of my falling into this role since I was ...
Views: 1405(6 votes) - Head Injury: A Practical Guide: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Head Injury: A Practical Guide: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY Author: Trevor Powell Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology, Web site: http://www.headway.org.uk Other articles on this subject are available at: ...
Views: 1127(4 votes) - 'THINK and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill - Part Two (from Inspirational Books) - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: 'THINK and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill - Part Two (from Inspirational Books) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Mind, Mind Power, Napoleon Hill, Thought, Thinking, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Inspirational ...
Views: 1152(1 vote) - Big, Fat FEAR Holding You Down in a Head-Lock? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasYou know that fear right? You've written an awesome article and want to send it to your favourite website, but instead you stare at your computer screen for hours, watching cat videos and feeling the fear build up. You feel paralysed with terror that you'll put yourself out there - your ...
Views: 1276(6 votes) - Overwhelm and Trauma - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Gail CloudI had a client the other day that was feeling overwhelmed, not good enough, and experienced a need to have all details taken care of and everything in its place. That worked for her when she didn't have any children, and when she was just taking care of her husband, her home and worked full ...
Views: 1005 - Five Spiritual Lessons Learned at the Rotary - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Catherine EwingClose to my house, and on my way to just about every place I drive, there is a five way intersection. If you’ve ever been through a five way intersection, you know that things can get a little dicey when there are more than a couple cars at any one time. As long as everyone can count, and ...
Views: 1113(2 votes) - The Number One Spiritual Road Block Is… - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Jennifer UrezzioAs you know, I’m a Teacher of Integrity (Axiom of Translation). I speak with a lot of leaders and healers. One of the statements that really frustrates this part of my Soul is the belief that because someone is in the spiritual field there is no need for new awarenesses. I have a coach and I ...
Views: 1481(2 votes) - Can Clearing Clutter Really Change Your Life? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasHave you ever seen the reality shows on people who are hoarders? Wow, those people are fascinating because it's hard to imagine how anyone's life can get so out of hand until they are literally surrounded by their possessions. Now, I'm not a hoarder, but I will confess that I'm a little ...
Views: 1259(3 votes) - The Mouldy Banana Moment: A Huge Lesson in Self-Love - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-Thomas“I learned to love myself, because I sleep with myself every night and I wake up with myself every morning, and if I don’t like myself, there’s no reason to even live the life.” Gabourey Sidibe, Actor in "Precious" A lot of women are extremely nurturing and loving to everyone except ...
Views: 1210(3 votes) - Should You Quit Your Job? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasI'm a life coach and help people live the life of their dreams so I always get asked "Do you think I should quit my job?". I've even had someone say "See that woman over there? She's my boss and I hate her, what advice do you have for me?" To be honest, if you hate your job then it's not ...
Views: 1088(2 votes) - Take Time to Celebrate Your Successes (With Shoes Or Other Fun Things!) - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasAnswer me honestly - when is the last time you purposely celebrated a success in your life? Please say it wasn't your High School graduation or your wedding! I'm talking doing something great but often overlooked such as finishing a huge creative project, winning new business, achieving ...
Views: 1362(2 votes) - Forgiveness: The One Exercise that Can Change Everything in Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-Thomas"Holding onto resentment is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die" Famous quote Let's face it - many of us have issues from our past that hold us back and cloud the enjoyment of our present. Whether it's your "crappy childhood", a terrible past relationship, a psycho ex ...
Views: 1592(2 votes) - Ask Denise: "Help - should we make a big move out of the city?" - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasI always wanted to be an agony aunt and I get a lot of emails asking for advice, so I thought I'd start my own column. Each week I'll answer a letter from you! Ask me anything! This week, Michelle from London is taking the plunge into an awesome opportunity but she's nervous about making the ...
Views: 1171(3 votes) - DON'T Work With Me If You Hate Your Job... You Might Feel The Urge To Do Something About It - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasRecently, I met with a group of other coaches and we got to talking about our different businesses. Life coach, business coach, corporate coach, NLP coach etc. My first thought was "I could never be a corporate coach, everyone would end up quitting their jobs". It made me laugh so ...
Views: 1085(3 votes) - Dream First, The Money Will Follow - 10 Ways the Universe Can Support Your Goals - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasOne of the most common complaints I hear is "but I don't have the money!". People think it's a great excuse for why they don't let themselves dream big goals for their lives. As you all know, I'm passionate about using tools like dream boards to manifest wonderful things without being attached ...
Views: 1358(3 votes) - For All The Crazy, Obsessive Worriers: How To Free Your Creative Imagination To Work For, Not Against You - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasWorrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but it gets you nowhere. Glenn Turner The beauty of being a creative person is that you have new ideas all day long - the plot for a new book while you're in the shower, the solution to world peace while you're sitting on the ...
Views: 1157(2 votes) - How To Become A Ridiculously Lucky Person - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasI have to admit - I've become one of those annoyingly lucky people who always seem to win everything. At least once a week, I'll tell my husband or friends "Guess what?!" and they'll say "What now?". I've won six months free luxury travel, tickets to personal development seminars, ...
Views: 1368(2 votes) - Who Is Getting Kicked Off Your Success Team (And Who Are You Promoting)? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasA personal chef, nutritionist, stylist, personal shopper, butler and housekeeper... Wouldn't it be great to have a team of people catering to your every whim? However, did you know you can build a success team around you right now? It doesn't matter if you don't have a millionaire's budget ...
Views: 755(2 votes) - My Disastrous Day as an Underpaid TV Extra: An Important Lesson in Self-Worth - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasFor many years I went from job to job, trying to find my place in the world. I went in and out of corporate life and started different businesses but nothing stuck so I'd often do temp work to fill the financial gaps. Once I signed up as a film and TV extra. I am a major movie buff, so I ...
Views: 1064(4 votes) - The Gross Stuff That Nobody Talks About - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasDo you think that everyone else has life figured out but somehow you're different? Perhaps you're valiantly trying to achieve your goals and dreams, but sometimes there's this little voice that says: "No more for you - this is as far as you can get" Or the doubt in your mind that an ...
Views: 1052(2 votes) - When People Think You're a Show-Off... - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-Thomas"Nobody likes a show-off!" Have you ever heard that before? Usually it's said to small children who are bragging or trying to get attention but it's drummed into us from a young age to be like everyone else and not think we're special. As an adult, you may have noticed that when great ...
Views: 1356(2 votes) - It's OK to Get Sick With Jealousy (As Long As You Learn From It) - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasDo you ever experience jealousy of others? It's okay, you can admit - I do too. All the freaking time - especially when I'm frustrated or too mired in procrastination to do anything worthwhile myself. In fact, I've been jealous many times. A couple of years ago, I was working in a ...
Views: 1012(2 votes) - Forgive and Love Your Body to Great Health - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasMany women hide their true brilliance under layers of frumpy clothes, excess body weight and bad health. Tragically many of us feel guilty taking care of ourselves. If you've read about my "Mouldy Banana Moment", then you'll understand just how badly I used to treat myself. I know I'm not ...
Views: 1037(1 vote) - How to Think Like a Millionaire (Part One from "Inspirational Books") - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Craig LockThe submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 (Personal ...
Views: 1324(2 votes) - Emotional Hunger Calls for Emotional Nourishment - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Pamela LevinEmotional hungers you may not even be aware of can drive you to make choices and behave based on emotional need instead of what’s actually best for you. This kind of emotionally-driven behavior has natural consequences, most of them unwanted. To turn this around, there are some constructive ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - Emotional Hunger Calls for Emotional Nourishment - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Pamela LevinEmotional hungers you may not even be aware of can drive you to make choices and behave based on emotional need instead of what’s actually best for you. This kind of emotionally-driven behavior has natural consequences, most of them unwanted. To turn this around, there are some constructive ...
Views: 5272(1 vote) - Getting Feedback After Sex (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeIn previous pieces*, I have covered how sex is not a one-way experience (in ‘Don’t Lie Back and Think of England’), as well as how sex can be like an elephant in the bedroom when it comes to communicating any problems that might be occurring. This week, I would like to suggest ways in which we ...
Views: 2598(1 vote) - Six Steps to Change Your Limiting Beliefs - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2018 from Allison BrightYour beliefs affect your happiness, health, relationships and your future. Beliefs are easy to change with the right foundation and procedure. Utilizing the way you mind works enables you to use six simple steps to transform your limiting beliefs. Beliefs and certainty Beliefs are simply ...
Views: 1517 - 5k Training Schedule for fast running - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2011 from mohnizam smithWhatever reason is but most important thing is that how can we learn proper running by 5k Training Program. For this you have to learn 5k Training Program. It is important for the beginners to run short distance at the beginning. Many web sites on the internet are available that provide the ...
Views: 859 - Bipolar II Disorder and Teenagers: Part Four -- Positive Coping Skills - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Patrice WoltersIn the final part of this series, we continue with Wendy's story and discuss the positive coping skills that can help people with bipolar II lead successful lives. We have come a long way in terms of treatment for bipolar conditions, and many people benefit from a combination of therapy and ...
Views: 3782(2 votes) - Bipolar II Disorder and Teenagers: Part Three -- Diagnosis - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Patrice WoltersIn the third article of a four-part series, we'll continue to follow Wendy's story and discuss the difficulty of diagnosing bipolar II disorder. Dr. Smith had been treating Wendy for depression since she was 14, but it wasn't until she was 17 and displaying hypomania symptoms that he ...
Views: 3549(3 votes) - Bipolar II Disorder and Teenagers: Part Two -- Wendy's Story - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Patrice WoltersIn the second article of a four-part series, you'll see the progression of bipolar II through the story of Wendy, a teenager who grappled with the disorder. We'll also discuss the major symptoms of bipolar II -- depression and hypomania. Wendy was a charismatic, high-school junior with sandy ...
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