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How Core Beliefs Run Your Life - For Good or BadFoolproof Ways to Use Assertiveness to Request a RaiseTips for Using Social Media in a Healthy Manner- Unemployed Men: An Ongoing Crisis - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Sara DillingerMy father was, as the saying goes, a “Jack of all trades and Master of none.” I’m told that he was a truck driver when he and my mother met. Within my personal memory – and I was the youngest of four children – he worked in heavy construction, farming, as an auto mechanic, insurance salesman, ...
Views: 1142 - Unfurl That Freak Flag! - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroContrary to what you may think, your freak flag doesn't have to be anything crazy, unless crazy is your thing! Flying your freak flag is more about showing up fully and not being afraid to show the world who you are and what's important to you. It's about taking a stand and having an opinion ...
Views: 1426 - Unleash the Power of Positive Self Talk - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Michal Y. Noah PhDIt’s a fact that most of us talk to ourselves all day long it’s like we are in constant mental chatter. But, if this self talk is negative, be it tainted with guilt about our past or anxiety about our future, then this negativity can destroy our future dreams. As it’s our nature to seek ...
Views: 859 - Unleash the Winning Olympian in You! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Sharon FrameSeveral months ago, the greatest athletes in the world were in London competing for gold at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Many of these 10,000 plus elite competitors from more than 200 countries trained their entire lives for a moment of glory on the world stage. Their drive, determination and ...
Views: 557 - Unstoppable Sales Profesional - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Jim MeisenheimerAnthony Robles is indeed “Unstoppable.” If he was in sales he'd be an "Unstoppable Sales Professional." He's a one-legged, 125lb, National Wrestling Champion. He beat Matt McDonough in the NCAA National Wrestling Championship. He's 23 and he's already a successful motivational ...
Views: 1002 - Use Creative Tips to Enhance Creativity in Child - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2018 from Komal NandwanaIn current time, competition among people is too high. At this time, creativity is the most essential skill to win the competition. Childhood is the best time to sow the seeds of creativity. A child’s mind is similar to a blank canvas. Creativity can be easily taught to children because at ...
Views: 865 - Use what you already have to build more confidence - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Fabienne FredricksonThere are times when you may feel your professional confidence wavering. This happens more often to people than you may think as a result of a move, a shift in your niche, networking with a new group and so on. Clients have asked me how to shore up and strengthen their professional ...
Views: 1559 - Using Meditation to Bring You Greater Confidence - by Submitted on May 21, 2015 from Ricky O' SheaMany might find it shocking that meditation can be used to boost confidence. The truth is that meditation can be used to strengthen any emotion or skill. When you meditate, you bring a great amount of awareness into your mind. In the moment of meditation you hold the power to decide exactly ...
Views: 1073 - Using Tunnel-Vision for Your Business Self Image - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaWhen you start a new business, what kind of self-image do you have? Do you see yourself as just starting out---a newbie? Or do you see yourself as already successfully running a thriving business? Most people would have to admit to the first scenario. But if you can shift your self-image to ...
Views: 1431 - Vaccine Of Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2014 from Dr. Mona AeyshaSelf –Esteem is nowadays a common truth that everyone knows to some extent. We know when we feel low in esteem and when we feel high self esteem. We cannot say for sure, whether our self-esteem is real or fake, but we know that we are confronted with self-esteem issues and nothing else. You may ...
Views: 1710 - Validation: Why Do Some People Always Need Validation From Others? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIf human beings were independent, it wouldn’t matter if other people validated them or not. They would be their own island and they would be able to give themselves all the validation they needed. But as human beings are interdependent, it means that they need to be validated by others. ...
Views: 24822 - Value Yourself Woman: You Are Somebody! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Caroline JalangoAre you a woman who’s living her life feeling worthless and invisible? Are you battling feelings of low self-esteem and insignificance? If you are, let’s get one thing straight… You matter—you are significant. You are somebody! Take a minute to let that sink ...
Views: 6006 - Various Quotes On Confidence - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Greg FrostIt may be difficult for you to keep focusing on the positive and the accomplishments in your life, especially when you are going through a particularly challenging obstacle. Here are 8 of my personal favorite quotes on self confidence, and the importance of it to our lives. Keep this quotes ...
Views: 893 - Victim Mentality: Do Some People Only Feel Loved When They Act Like A Victim? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to someone’s self-image, there is the chance that it is having a positive effect on their life. How they see themselves is then going to allow them to feel good about themselves and to fulfil their needs. Two Parts What this shows is how much of an effect one’s view of ...
Views: 1003 - Victim Mentality: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Be Victimised By Others? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that that are moments in everyone’s life when things don’t go to plan, or something ‘bad’ happens. This is just part of life and not something that can be changed. A Different Reality However, while there will be plenty of people who will be able to relate to this, ...
Views: 1050 - Victim Mentality: Why Do Some People Always Act Like Victims? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one gets to the end of their day, they might look back on what has happened, and this could be a time when they will see what good and bad things have taken place. Even so, they could believe that this is simply part of life. One Step Further If they were to engage in this process ...
Views: 1904 - Victorious Living Part 4 - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Charles EduardosYou know things could be better and you are committed to make the necessary changes. You’re motivated. Why then is change so difficult? here’s why, You have, what is called, in NLP lingo, an Internal Map of Reality—an internal processing strategy and system, a life script, that takes what you ...
Views: 1299 - Victorious Living Part 5 - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Charles EduardosBeliefs are one of THE most important and most misunderstood. aspects of your Internal Map of Reality. You probably think you already know what you believe. There are beliefs hidden in the subconscious part of your "critical mind" that can wreak havoc in your life if they go unchecked. We ...
Views: 1226 - Visualization - 4 Elements to Empower Visualization - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Alicia IsaacsAs important as visualization is, you can't just think of your mental image and be detached from it and expect it to be effective. You've got to become one with your visualized image and own it. Let's look at what elements are needed to empower your visualization. Element #1 - ...
Views: 1028 - Visualization - The Mindset to Correctly and Effectively Use Visualization - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Alicia IsaacsIn order to effectively use visualization, you need to have the correct mindset for it to be beneficial for your life. So then, what is the correct mindset you should adopt for effective visualization? What are you focused on? Shift your attention to what it is you want. By focusing on the ...
Views: 856 - Vocally Speaking. "Music Menu" Singing is the last plate on the menu? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Diana YampolskyIt never ceases to amaze me when people are only talking about the actual songs, i.e. how good they are, how original they are, how well produced they are and how catchy they are... Very rarely, you hear the comments about the singer, for example praising him/her about the strong vocals, ...
Views: 1995 - Vulnerability: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Have A Fear Of Being Vulnerable? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that in order for someone to grow and to develop, they will need to feel comfortable with being vulnerable. The reason for this is that if someone has the need to protect themselves, they are not going to open themselves up to life. Their main priority will be to do ...
Views: 924 - Vulnerability: Why Do Some People Find It Hard To Be Vulnerable? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperTo be human is to be vulnerable, but that doesn’t mean that accepting this is therefore easy. To surrender to this truth can be an incredible challenge; that is if one even wants to. And as a way to avoid this truth, one can create all kinds of walls and defences. But while this may allow one ...
Views: 1694 - W.O.A. - Woman Of Action! - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Ungenita Katrina PrevostI picked up my favorite “Haute Couture” Magazine! The headlines read news from the fashion world and buzz from New York, Los Angeles, Milan, and Paris fashion weeks. I am always inspired by the runway and the fashion show that I went to in Los Angeles last weekend was no exception. Now, before ...
Views: 1675 - Wait for it... -- On the virtue of patience - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2017 from Andy KayBuilding confidence takes patience. -- In that it takes years. Some people attract confidence naturally. But, unfairly as the world works, not everyone does. If life's truly got you down, turning it around is one of the bigger projects you’ll ever undergo. And even with a fairly normal ...
Views: 928 - Want More Love and Respect in Your Relationships? Start by Increasing Your Own Sense of Self Worth - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Beth Banning and Neill GibsonDo you keep getting in relationships where it seems as if you're being taken for granted--where you give, and you give, but get little or nothing in return? Are you beginning to wonder why people keep treating you this way? If so, you are probably also feeling pretty confused, sad, and are ...
Views: 1332 - Want To Be More Confident? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonHow would you like to feel a little more sure of yourself, or comfortable to speak in front of a crowd, or confident enough to speak up for yourself and disagree if you want to? A lack of confidence has the ability to affect one in so very many different ways. Most people worry about a ...
Views: 1256 - Want to Stop Doubting Yourself And Become More Confident? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Julianna GauthierIt’s not unusual to feel inadequate and incompetent from time to time. It’s when you feel like that more often than not, that it can become damaging and even paralyzing. When you find yourself constantly putting yourself down, it can prevent you from thriving in your life. You become ...
Views: 2023 - Warning! Unexamined Habits are Sabotaging Your Self-Growth - by Submitted on May 13, 2020 from Jessica McMohenAre you sabotaging your self-growth efforts unknowingly by indulging in habits with an unknown impact? All of our habits have a far-reaching impact on other people and the planet. Self-improvement is rooted in examining your thoughts, ideas, and habits and rooting out ineffective behaviors ...
Views: 943 - Watch Out for that Positive Attitude! - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2006 from Alison FinchI'm going to begin on a positive note, and with a couple of rather bold statements. Each and every one of us possesses a positive attitude somewhere inside us. If you're not tapping into your positive attitude right now, and don't know where it's hiding, this article is going to help you find ...
Views: 1229 - Watch Your Language! - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe other day I was supposed to be meeting a friend for lunch and she called to tell me she was running late and probably wouldn’t be able to make it after all. Not really a big deal, but the problem is she does this all the time. And this time I noticed that I started saying to myself, ...
Views: 512 - Ways that Self-Esteem Impacts Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Kevin SinclairThe way we believe in ourselves directly affects our self-confidence as well as the quality of life that we live. People who believe that they do not possess basic problem solving skills are prone to giving up whereas those who really do not possess these abilities but believe in themselves ...
Views: 754 - Ways to deal with critical comments - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from M.Farouk RadwanWe all have goals that we want to achieve and big dreams that we want to fulfill. Almost everyone who has announced his goals and dreams started facing criticism, rejection and comments that have the purpose of putting him down. The problem with such comments is that they sometimes come from ...
Views: 1163 - Ways To Develop Confidence In New Situations - by Do you enjoy one-on-one networking, however, the thought of walking into room full of people you don't know horrifies you? You're not alone. Yes, even a social butterfly, President of the Social Committee in High School and avid networker knows how you feel. Here are some of my tricks. And they ...
Views: 765 - Ways to Help Your Kid Build Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Harry yadavKids are required to grow up in a positive manner to be a person with self-confidence and power. Bringing up kids in shy manner would surely make a character with introversion, unassertive in approach and verbal communication, and above all would not posses the grit to confront difficult ...
Views: 880 - Ways To Improve Self Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2007 from Michael MalegaI hope that the following article will help you to better understand this topic. Some people who have a low self value relay to a great extent on their day to day performances. The positive external experience and encouragements help them to fight the negative feelings that they have about ...
Views: 1403 - Ways To Love Yourself - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Laura SilvaWhen it comes to loving yourself, having a good self image is vital. While the physical body is not the source of your identity, it does play a role in how you interact with the world. Your feelings about your body can help or hinder your quest to love yourself better. Eat Healthy. When ...
Views: 1029 - Ways to Make Positive Changes To Thinking through the use of Self-Affirmations - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from Daniel WoodYour brain is an exciting tool and lives in symbiosis with the sensations from the body. It's confirmed that your thoughts can transform your perceptions and actions, and also that your actions can alter your emotions. At all times both of these factors impact each other, that's the reason ...
Views: 1267 - Ways To Raise Your Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Joseph TobinIndividuals with low self esteem usually know it. Poor self esteem is likely to affect your perspective on life. This can cause you to doubt yourself and look for what is not going well. The dangerous aspect of low self esteem is it could trigger many outcomes to turn into a self-fulfilling ...
Views: 524 - We All Have Weaknesses in Business - What’s Yours? - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Kathleen GageYears ago many consultants, speakers and authors taught that we must work on our weaknesses in order to succeed. Then there was the period where we were told to only focus on our strengths. The fact is, we must know both our strengths and weaknesses in order to fully position our offerings ...
Views: 1423 - We All Judge Others - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperThere is a strong chance that someone will have heard, at least once, that they shouldn’t judge others. If they are into self-development/spirituality, they may have heard this more times than they can remember. One way to look at this would be to say that this is sage advice. For one thing, ...
Views: 715 - We Are All On Our Own Path! - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperI was talking to someone the other day who was finding it hard to get through to another person in their life. They could see that this person was unable to make progress in an area of their life and this caused them to offer their advice. But while it was their intention to assist them, ...
Views: 996 - We don't "deserve" anything - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2017 from Andy KayMany coaches and self-development whizzes will talk about living the life you “deserve”, and how you somehow “deserve” certain things. But... You don’t deserve anything. Because nobody does. And already, I have a good idea what most of you are thinking: “But I’ve been miserable for so many ...
Views: 2403 - We Love Others to the Degree We Love Ourselves - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2012 from Suzanne E. Harrill, M. Ed., LPCFebruary makes me think of Valentine's Day with its theme of love. What better time to remind yourself of all it takes to build your own foundation of love so you can truly love others. If you value loving and giving to others, take time to nurture your own self-esteem, build your reserves so ...
Views: 942 - We need a more nuanced way of saying “just do it” - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2017 from Andy KayPeople with low confidence and/or depression endure additional frustration when confronted with the attitude of just do it. Popularized by an immense athletics corporation, it’s hard not to see the mass-appeal of this ubiquitous saying. -- And of its more jaunty sibling: Nothing to it but to ...
Views: 942 - Weight Loss: Why Do Some People Become Attention Seekers When They Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, there are all kinds of things that someone can do when they are carrying a few too many pounds. When it comes to what one will do to lose weight, it can all depend on their personality. Active If one has a lot of energy, they might decide to engage in some kind of ...
Views: 1415 - Weight: Is It Good Or Bad To Comment On Someone's Weight? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIn the past, it was generally women who were concerned about their weight, and this is partly because of how much pressure they had to face. Men on the other hand, were not under the same amount of pressure. However, this has all changed, and while it could be said that the amount of ...
Views: 1361 - What a Personal Business Coach May Look at for Your Self-Improvement - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2018 from Steve ScottTo better understand self-improvement coaching and what a personal business coach does, or as they are also called, personal development business coaches, I find that a great deal of the mystery around coaching can be taken away when we understand some key terms and how they are ...
Views: 803 - What Are the Symptoms of Low Self-Esteem? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2007 from Emmanuel SeguiPeople with low self-esteem rarely live their life to the full. They distance themselves from others, and are thus denied their love and support. They rarely, if ever, make full use of their abilities. Instead, they end up brooding about the injustices of life. Such people are a loss to ...
Views: 1076 - What Are You Doing To Get Noticed? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Karen KellerTired of being a face in the crowd? Done with the "You’re-a-wall-flower" treatment? Before you consciously make efforts to get noticed, the first thing you need to do is figure out who should be noticing you. Who REALLY matters? Who do you want (or need) to impress? Knowing this ...
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