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- Are you guided by ego or spirit? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageConsider this... when you do a kind deed, do you need to get credit for the action or do you take action simply because the task needed to get done? Your initial reaction may be that you took action on something because it needed to get done. Yet, many people (on a hidden level) can't stand the ...
Views: 1394 - So You Say You're a Little Frustrated - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Linda McCarrinMother Nature has a way of teaching us valuable lessons…if we’d only look or listen! As a personal coach, I often hear how frustrated clients, friends, and colleagues are about their life experiences. I have one friend in particular whose calls are often (unconsciously, I’m sure), disguised as a ...
Views: 1394 - How to relieve emotional stress - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Trish KershawEmotional stress is something we all suffer from time to time. When things are just getting too much or you are overcome with tension or fear then follow these simple self help steps to clear away the blockages that negetaive thoughts and energy are creating. Step 1 - Ensuring that you are ...
Views: 1393 - Mastering Second Chances: An Excellent Self-Growth Opportunity - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Marc LernerThe idea of facing a challenge and feeling as though you are given a second chance develops because of your perspective. Too often, we look for external situations to be the reason we have a second chance, but what happens within your brain creates the feeling as though you can deal with this ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - What Chip are you Wearing? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2013 from Joan Marie WhelanYou are probably aware of the expression, “walking around with a chip on your shoulder”. There are some people who wear that chip like a badge of honor. For them, it is easy to hold onto all the pain and anger they have experienced in their lives. That proverbial “chip” is a constant reminder ...
Views: 1391 - Tips on Managing your Anger - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from cedric riceAnger is a natural emotion. It occurs as a defensive response to an unlawful aggression, threat, force, violence and intimidation to your well-being. Sometimes being angry is fine and warranted because it is a natural emotion. The benefit of anger is that it spurs us to action. The problem ...
Views: 1390 - Developing Strength of Will - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from Andrew VoznyakImagine that you are a person with perfect will-power. With the help of it you have full control over all your actions. If you decided to do something, this will be done for sure, and it doesn't matter how much time and efforts it will take. With the help of will you can fight your fears and ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - SELF-MUTILATION TO YOUR SOUL - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2015 from Latorria FreemanHave you ever heard of the saying, “What others think of you is none of your business?” Have you allowed the negative opinion of someone else to become your truth? If your answer is yes to the question above, this article is for you. Do not allow another person’s negative opinion to ...
Views: 1387 - Toddlers Behavior – Normal Development and Behavior in Two to Three Year Olds. - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from George FaulknerToddler’s can be delightful but they can also be extremely demanding and hard work. Toddlers behavior makes them feel and do lots of different illogical actions, Example: not want to be apart from their carers, want attention, are egocentric, active, impulsive and messy, constantly interrupt ...
Views: 1386(3 votes) - The past can power your present, if you let it. - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Jacob KorthuisThe past can power your present, if you let it. I would like to make you aware of an amazing aspect of your brain using the following example: You are driving your car early in the morning. You have to run some errands and visit a store, which is about 45 minutes from your house. While ...
Views: 1378 - Inheriting Traits From Parents - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Maria KhalifeOne of the things in our lives that we simply cannot escape is the role of heredity in our development. Whether we like it or not, our bodies, minds, and spirits bear some resemblance to one or the other (or both) of our parents. We may not like this resemblance, and the good news is that we ...
Views: 1377 - 7 Steps To A More Successful You - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Kellen Marson“What does that guy do?” A question we often ask ourselves during moments of greediness, lack of self-worth and doubt. That moment when you see a 25-year-old kid drive up in a bright red, $40,000 sports car. That moment when we drive past a 10,000 square foot house. Those moments when all you ...
Views: 1376(3 votes) - Child Behavior: When nothing else works, consider these 7 strategies: - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2016 from Gary DirenfeldParents are saying discipline, consequences, time out and sticker’s don’t work. Parents are presenting as more and more defeated when it comes to managing the behavior of their children. They have a long list of tried that – didn’t work scenarios including many of the more popular parenting ...
Views: 1376 - Which Is Harder: MAKING a Change or SUSTAINING the Change? - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Julie DonleyMy aunt and I had lunch the other day. We were discussing weight loss and I mentioned my fear of regaining the forty pounds I have worked so hard to lose when she said, “It’s easy to lose weight; the hard part is keeping it off.” In my many years as an addictions nurse, I have always said ...
Views: 1376 - Moving Your Body is easier than you think - by Submitted on May 04, 2011 from Julie SimonFor many of us, our parents and grandparents got much more physical activity than we get today. They shoveled snow, raked leaves, chopped wood, scrubbed floors, hand-washed garments, hand-mowed lawns, washed and waxed cars and walked miles per day. And for our earliest of ancestors, physical ...
Views: 1374 - Hoarding Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Steven QaresmaThere are many ways in treating many psychiatric problems. In patients with compulsive hoarding syndrome many treatment methods were introduced. The first line of hoarding treatment is said to be the cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). CBT is considered to be successful in treating individuals ...
Views: 1373 - Are we evil? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2013 from Teresa JoyceThis question used to be at the forefront of my mind, imbedded so deeply that there seemed to be no escaping the powerful emotions that it evoked. When did it start? Why was I born this way? How could I stop the terrible things going on all around me I was hurting so many people. Maybe the ...
Views: 1372 - CONTROLLING OUR IRRATIONAL IDEAS - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2010 from Marta HiattHow and what we think about has a profound effect on our physical and emotional health. Almost every minute of our waking life we are engaged in self-talk, an internal dialogue through which we describe and interpret our world to ourselves. This dialogue can be a litany of self-doubt and ...
Views: 1371(1 vote) - STATE OF HAPPINESS - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2015 from Latorria FreemanHappiness is not a goal that you reach. It’s a state of mind that you can choose to live in every day regardless as to what’s going on around you. Enjoy the journey of life and choose to live in a state of happiness. Action for today: Choose to experience happiness throughout ...
Views: 1368 - Recovering From Relationship Codependency - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2018 from Randi FineRecovering From Relationship Codependency (Codependency Part Two) written by Randi G. Fine Originally published on Life As A Human Codependency is an emotional disorder that begins forming in childhood, but it does not reveal itself until a person starts having adult ...
Views: 1366 - The Lazy Man's Way of Smashing Bad Habits and Regaining Total Control (2 of 2) - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Harry Warman-------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT YOU CONSISTENTLY HARBOUR IN YOUR MIND CREATES YOUR LIFE -------------------------------------------------------------- Through the power of your mind, working through your senses, you have the ability to accept or reject ...
Views: 1366 - How to Turn Low Self Esteem into Powerful Positive Self Talk - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Beth Banning and Neill GibsonDo you get down on yourself so often that you feel depressed or weighed down by your negative thoughts? Have you lost the self confidence you once had? It may be helpful to know that you’re not alone. Many people have an internal dialogue that fuels negative thoughts and hinders their ...
Views: 1365 - African Americans It’s Time To Forgive Yourselves! - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Andrew BozemanIn my last article, I told you that it is time to forgive those who have harmed us. I spoke not only of this generation, but the generations that lead to this generation. That’s a lot of work. It is challenging work. It is also rewarding work. But be aware that it is still work ...
Views: 1364 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 5: What Values are You Teaching? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanRemember when you were little and someone may have said, “Monkey-see, Monkey-do”? Well, everything that you emit through your actions, your words and even your thoughts are being fed into those around you – your children, your siblings, your friends, your coworkers and even your significant ...
Views: 1364 - Self Esteem Issues - Tips for Recreating Your Personal Image - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2011 from Belinda DalyYour absence of self-esteem probably comes from the attitudes of other people towards you. Your parents, brothers and sisters, etc. are all contributors of how your self-esteem is formed during your early years. If you come from a loving and caring family, have lots of friends and you did well ...
Views: 1363(2 votes) - A Simple Strategy for Overcoming Resistance in a Child with Autism - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Connie HammerHas your child ever vehemently resisted your request to perform a task? I worked with a young mom recently who came to me exasperated by her daughter’s refusal to wash her hands and dry them or sometimes have a meltdown when the mom would do this task for her. The mom was at her wit’s end ...
Views: 1359(2 votes) - Three Surprising Reasons You’re Always Tired - by Submitted on May 24, 2016 from Jennifer ScottNo matter what you aim to do in life—whether it’s starting a business, writing a book, or completing a marathon—the process is a journey and you’ll need energy to complete it. The problem, however, is that many of us barely have enough energy to satisfy our day-to-day responsibilities, let alone ...
Views: 1359 - How to Lead a Stress-free Happy Life? - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Vinod AnandHow to Lead a Stress-free Happy Life? (Vinod Anand) On a visit to the US I happened to meet an Asian immigrant, let’s call him SA. I found that he was a man with a difference. At all times he was in a happy mood. His colleagues also affirm that he is quite different from other people. In ...
Views: 1358 - ADHD Cure and Treatment - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Steven QaresmaAttention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic disorder, which can affect a child if ADHD cure is not prescribed. Symptoms of ADHD include restlessness, difficult on completing tasks, inappropriate behavior, impulsivity and hyperactive. ADHD must be identified early enough so ...
Views: 1355 - How Can I Communicate Better With My Partner? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2016 from Andrea Smith SmithRelationships between two people don't exist in isolation. Past experiences, personal history and expectations all influence a relationship, and often the way we communicate in our relationships is as a result of our past. If you’re one of the many people who feel that you and your partner do ...
Views: 1353 - The Ultimate Gift; Choosing How You Feel - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2013 from Layne SchmidtI grew up hearing that moods were something that came from God. I’m not sure how anyone came to that conclusion but that was what was passed down to me. Something, somewhere along the line got interpreted into the idea of a heavy or dark mood was a “gift” that you needed to go through in order ...
Views: 1350(2 votes) - Consciously and Subconsciously Redirecting Your Thoughts - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Latorria FreemanI have learned that in order to redirect your thoughts, you have to consciously and subconsciously want the same thing. If your conscious mind and subconscious mind are thinking alike, you are able to achieve any goal. In other words, if subconsciously you do not really believe you will complete ...
Views: 1349 - Schizophrenia - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from marie LucySchizophrenia is a mental disorder which affects 1 per cent of the UK population. In this article: What is schizophrenia? Diagnosis Advice & Support Symptoms Effect on your life Causes Treatment What is schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a mental illness that can ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - Time is Against Us! - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Anne UsangaHappy New Month and OMG it's February already!, can you believe it! time really is the thief that robs us all, so it's important that we use our time effectively!. What I mean by this is that we all, including myself have to stop procrastinating! and do those things which we have been ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - Childhood Behavior – Normal Development Behaviour In Children. - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from George FaulknerIt is helpful to have an idea of childhood behavior so that you will understand how your child’s behaviour might alter as they develop, so that you can be aware of what is normal and when you should be concerned .Many types of normal behaviour can be problematic, and your tolerance levels for ...
Views: 1347(3 votes) - The Good and Bad about Routine - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from cedric riceWe all need to have some routine in our lives. Routine instills order and keep us on track when we have numerous obligations. Routine is very good in most situations and can be a lifesaver for most of us but there can be times when routine can be dangerous. Routine is necessary for children ...
Views: 1347(1 vote) - STRESS IS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU STUPID! - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2016 from Andrew BozemanAccording to Dr. Fred Luskin, Director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Projects and a pioneer in the practice of forgiveness therapy, “What happens when you’re stressed is blood flow draws away from the parts of the brain that think creatively and straightforwardly. That is what stress is ...
Views: 1344 - 10 Ways to Keep Your Child’s Brain Healthy - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Celeste SimmonsRaising children isn’t easy. As parents, we are expected to do a lot of things for our children to insure their safety and wellness. Sometimes, it’s tough to know what is right for them, and what isn’t. After all, they have technology available to them that we never had. They also have a lot ...
Views: 1340(1 vote) - Why Doubling Your Memory is Hot Stuff - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Hal WechslerWhy Doubling Your Long-Term Memory Leads to Longevity Did you know your brain is always using multi-senses, not just one, for comprehension? When we are listening to anyone speaking to us (giving a lecture, or movie dialogue), our brain is using a variety of senses, not just our ears, to ...
Views: 1340 - Focusing on Positivity Can (Sometimes) Drive Us “Crazy” - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2017 from Suzanne St. John SmithSometimes I feel like complaining. About whatever. And it feels good – that is, when I’m not in the company of the kind of person we all know who see it as their job to drag us over to the “positive perspective” corner of the room. “Leave me alone. I want to feel miserable for now,” I want to ...
Views: 1339 - Seed Starting Diplomacy - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Robert PummerThe first step in starting seeds indoors is to make allies. In this context, the first ally you may consider recruiting is your spouse. Next set of allies is your children or whomever also lives in your home. This is because your activity, (which may be exploiting personal interest to combat ...
Views: 1335 - Minding Your Own Business - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Catherine Cabrol SchulzWe all take care of business: work, family, home, pets, bills… and if we stop for a second we may realize that what we call our business is often everybody else’s business. When was the last time you really took care of your own business? I mean something that comes from YOU, not ...
Views: 1331 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 6: Living in Conscientiousness - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanAlong your life’s journey, I am sure you have met many significant people; possibly you’ve fallen in love and have been willing to open yourself up to taking the next step in your life by becoming vulnerable to another. How magnificent it is to open yourselves up to an extension of yourselves. ...
Views: 1331 - Thoughts! - by Submitted on May 23, 2015 from Rossana SneeThey can either free you or enslave you. Nagging thoughts, self-deprecating thoughts, fearful thoughts, all enslave you and keep you locked in a prison of your own making. Try as you might, you can't get out. If you feel this way, it's because you're giving too much energy to those particular ...
Views: 1330 - How to improve self esteem - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Aernout ZevenbergenSelf esteem are the set of values we place on our own personality. We can also see it as the mixture of capabilities we want to display to the world out there: family, friends, colleagues, and clients. But self worth also is the means with which we present ourselves to ourselves. Self worth is ...
Views: 1329(1 vote) - The Meta-Learning Series: Is This Your Style? (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2015 from Lucas Thomas#2: Learn-to-Learn (Part 1 – Active and Reflective Learning Techniques) After figuring out your learning-style last week, it’s time to learn the different techniques that work best for you. *Note – Techniques used by each style can work and be useful to the other styles. Just because one ...
Views: 1327 - Thinking Like a Millionaire: The 3 Financial Types of People in the World - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2016 from Lucas ThomasThere are 3 types of people in this world when it comes to finances. They are the Perpetually Broke Person, the Well-Off Person, and the Highly-Wealthy Person. Need to Plug up Your Financials? The Perpetually Broke Person never has any money and ultimately lives paycheck to paycheck. This ...
Views: 1327 - Your Best is Good Enough! - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from kristie kennedyAs human beings we are innately wired to gratify the wishes of others in exchange for their acceptance. It is critical that we learn how to love ourselves well enough in order to avoid this disease to please. Only you can honestly answer the question, "What does loving me better look and feel ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - HE Said; SHE heard. - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from PD RiversHE said "You are gaining weight every day. Your body looks like you swallowed the Pillsbury Doughboy." SHE heard "Oh, God, I have to stop taking this medication. It doesn't matter that it is all that is keeping me alive. I am fat and my husband doesn't love me any more." Are you laughing? You ...
Views: 1326(1 vote) - The Secret to Sustaining Change and Preventing Relapse - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Julie Donley“I don’t understand; I use [a diet system] to lose weight and am generally very successful, however, as soon as I come off the diet and start eating regularly, I gain the weight right back. This has happened three times now. What am I doing wrong?” This is the sad the story of relapse. You ...
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