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- Need Help Overcoming Public Speaking Nerves? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Lou Lou BrownOne of the most common social phobias is public speaking nervousness; simply defined as the dread of speaking to a larger group of people than you are able to handle. These apprehensions are usually due to the never-ending misgivings about your abilities and too concerned with the view of ...
Views: 2485 - Neutralizing Worry Situations - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from John AOVYour job is to organize your life and work so as to minimize surprises and problems. However, this is not always possible, in spite of your best efforts. Use the Worry Buster If you are already facing a fear- or worry-inducing situation, here are the four steps of what we refer to as the ...
Views: 1162 - Neutralizing Your Two Major Fears - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from John AOVThe Greatest Obstacle to Success The fear of failure is the single greatest obstacle to success in adult life. Taken to its extreme, we become totally pre-occupied with not making a mistake, with seeking approval for security above all other considerations. The experience of the fear of failure ...
Views: 985 - Nothing To Fear, But Fear Itself? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2008 from Steve RobertsThere is an old saying that there are only two emotions in the universe: Love and Fear. All the other emotions are really a form of one of these two. If this is the case, then whatever we do, we are either Loving or Fearing. Which is more familiar to you? We have ample enough reasons to be ...
Views: 732 - Obstacles Are Gifts - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontObstacles are Gifts It may sound simplistic but where you are today is exactly where you need to be. Would you take this moment to truly honor this concept? Although our lifetime experiences all differ greatly, we are all faced with challenges that present themselves as they are in fact, ...
Views: 1003 - On Honeymoon Periods: Ugh, How Could I Have Ignored This Earlier? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2021 from Rochi ZalaniThis article was originally published at rochizalani.com Mmm, it is honeysugar, the beginnings. Every gesture so sweet, every crossed boundary charming, and every habit adorable. All of us possess a little bit of this sparkly honeymoon period nostalgia at the back of our palms. It most ...
Views: 770 - One of the Most Powerful Questions to Cut Through Anxiety (Relationships, Health, Parenting, Friendship) - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2019 from Sheryl PaulWhen addressing anxiety effectively, we must attend to all four realms of self: physical, emotional, cognitive, and soul – or body, heart, mind, and soul. Attending only to one of the four realms is helpful, but it won’t help you heal anxiety from the root. By “attend” I mean we need tools to ...
Views: 1025 - Only Kids Have Fears Of The Dark... Right? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2013 from Dennis SimsekIt was a cold night in the year 2010 at the peak of my generalized anxiety disorder and panic attacks, there I was in my 'man cave' playing the victim and feeling sorry for the people that cared about me and what I was putting them through. To this day I vividly remember the way I walked up ...
Views: 1324 - OnlyFans: Why Would A Man Be Drawn To OnlyFans? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperThanks to a platform that offers a ‘virtual girlfriend experience’, a man can receive far more than he did in the past. Before this platform was available, he would have been able to view pictures and videos of a woman but that would have been about it. Now, by paying a certain fee to a ...
Views: 422 - Our Greatest Fear - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2014 from Janet PfeifferAsk anyone: they'll tell you that public speaking is a person's greatest fear. Yet according to a recent article by Steve Nash flying, heights, the dark, intimacy, failure, rejection, spiders, and commitment top the list. Add to that the fear of being alone, losing a loved one (especially a ...
Views: 1310 - Out of Fear - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Jenn ProtheroWe all live with some type of fear in our daily lives, we don't always know it's there, or that it controls our thoughts, but it's there. There are healthy fears that keep you safe, like the fear of getting burnt, which keeps you a safe distance from extreme heat. The fears I am talking about ...
Views: 1313 - Overcome Fear of Failure - Be Aware, and Take Action! - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Steve NashHow can fear of failure be such a big problem to so many people? And why do we all worry so much about failing that we engage in all kinds of self-sabotaging activities - many times subconsciously - just so we do not begin something that we may not successfully complete? Well, this is another ...
Views: 2090 - Overcome Fear Of Failure With Tapping - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Sally ThibaultOn the first of every month, I create a ‘theme’ that I tap on for the entire 30 or 31 days. In the past I have tapped on Success, Focus, Money etc. It is always amazing what blocks you can clear and what opportunities present themselves when you are focused on one theme in particular. This ...
Views: 847 - Overcoming Anxiety Through the Power of the Worst-Case Scenario - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Stephanie AdamsAs a therapist, I’m always working to find practical, easy-to-use and quick solutions to problems my clients are having. One of the conditions most appropriate to treat with quick techniques is anxiety. While working with my anxiety clients, I’ve found a five-minute technique that works ...
Views: 9839 - Overcoming Contemporary Fear - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockEverything built up will fall, and all that falls will rise again - this could be called the cycle of existence. When things are about to fall in this cycle, there are premonitions that wash through our hearts, and the premonitions have definite signs: We lose our Generosity: We become ...
Views: 1258 - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2007 from Francis HoseinFear is an energy that can stop you from moving forward. Not having control of this fear or not knowing when it is going to appear is also devastating. This fear is a feeling that comes over your body and you may feel paralyze to go forward in any which way. Fear does not judge Fear does not ...
Views: 767 - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2008 from Jeffrey ScottFear is something each one of us experiences, no matter how rich and powerful we are. A lot of us experience it daily. A lucky few of us rarely experience it. Fear prevents us from performing certain activities like speaking in public. Fear can cripple us into a corner. Have you experienced fear ...
Views: 980 - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Linda BinnsWhat are you afraid of? We all have fears of some kind, whether it’s fear of public speaking, heights, change, failure or success, there’s usually something that we’re afraid of. Sometimes we know what it is, but sometimes it’s buried deep within. This fear can be sabotaging us and holding us ...
Views: 1799 - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Janice SmithFear keeps us from truly being who we are, we let our fears stand in the way of fully embracing our inner being. The time has come to learn how to move past our fears in order that we may shine as the being we are meant to be. Most of us learned early on in life how not to be ourselves. We let ...
Views: 931 - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Lucy Pemberton-PlattOvercoming Fear There are a huge percentage of people who do not fully understand the extent to which fear controls or contributes to our feelings and actions. I recently read in the Guardian that students are facing the most intense scramble in a decade to get a job. According to the ...
Views: 1182 - Overcoming Fear In 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2008 from Lynn JacobsDo your fears intimidate or immobilize you? Are your fears keeping you from making an important decision? Have your fears caused you to be overly concerned with the “what ifs” of life? If any of the questions above ring true for you, the next question is: How long will you allow your fears to ...
Views: 1671 - Overcoming Fear in Your Personal and Professional Life with Dale Spencer on The Empowerment Show - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2014 from Melissa HeislerIs there something you are afraid of? Is there something you are afraid to face? Dale Spencer had to face his fears, in order to recreate his life. Dale was leading the life of an average college student when at the age of 20 an unforeseen injury changed his life forever. Left paralyzed, ...
Views: 2763 - OVERCOMING FEAR IS EASY - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Melodie WilliamsIf you are to overcome fear there are several things that you must control on your own accord. "In the healthy body every cell is polarized in subjection to the Central Will. Perfect health, therefore, is orderly obedience, government and harmony. Every cell is a living entity, whether of ...
Views: 1272 - Overcoming Fear of Failure Part 1 - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Donna LoveteSummary: Overcoming fear of failure is crucial for you to experience the kind of success you’re destined to accomplish with your life. You owe it to yourself to explore every avenue to conquer it. I look forward to sharing with you additional keys on how to overcome fear. Fear of Failure is a ...
Views: 779 - Overcoming Fear of Failure Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Donna LoveteSummary: Now is the time to overcome your fear of failure. You must do everything in your power to overcome this fear. The world deserves to experience the impact of your success. Changing your thoughts from failure to success and encouraging yourself to put these steps in place will help you ...
Views: 943 - Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking: How to Overcome Fear of Public Speaking - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2017 from Melvin SheltonOvercoming Fear of Public Speaking: How to Overcome Fear of Public Speaking Anxiety is a physiological and psychological state that illustrates behavioral, cognitive, somatic and emotional components. It is known as a displeasing emotion of concern and fear. Moreover, anxiety is considered as ...
Views: 1236 - Overcoming Fear Of Rejection as an Introvert - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2016 from Kenny LeeI grew up as an introvert, although I didn't know the term "introvert" until later on in life. Even then, I've thought introvert must be inferior(thanks to the extrovert glorifying trend on the internet). It was until much later that I realised the strength of an introvert. As a child, I ...
Views: 1430 - Overcoming Fear to Reach Your Full Potential - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Aurelia WilliamsOvercoming Fear to Reach Your Full Potential Have you ever started a project or set out to do something but stopped right in the middle of it or worse, quit before you even got started. Or have you ever envisioned yourself doing something, like speaking in public or owning your own business, ...
Views: 1550 - Overcoming Fear When Doing A Presentation - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2007 from Terry GaultWhile fear pervades many aspects of business, presentations consistently drive it to exquisitely high levels. We use the term "presentation" to include any important one-on-one meeting, small group discussions around a table, or speaking before an audience of thousands. We are talking about ...
Views: 1263 - Overcoming Fear, Anxiety and Emotional Overload Tonight - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Suzanne EvansAre you experiencing fear or anxiety? Would you like to start to overcome your emotional overload tonight without drugs or alcohol? It can be achieved…the first step is choosing to take an action because we all know that without taking that first step, everything will stay the same! To me ...
Views: 2119 - Overcoming Fear: Six Steps To Fearless Living - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Becky WatersThe American Heritage dictionary defines fear as a "feeling of agitation and anxiety caused by the presence or imminence of danger." Fear puts the body in "fight or flight" state, ready to respond to a physical threat to our survival. Most of our fears, however, are not based on ...
Views: 5148 - Overcoming Social Anxiety - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2009 from Stanley HibbsThere’s a fairly simple explanation for all social anxiety. It is caused by the unfortunate mental habit of “mind reading.” That is, we imagine what other people are thinking about us. “Do I look good?” “Do I sound intelligent?” Our unstated mission is “I must make them feel good about me!” ...
Views: 1116 - Overcoming Stress - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2015 from Jackie Wiliams BrockertWe often get thrown from our centers when emotions run high. Many psychics advise meditation. Simply remembering that you are not alone and have spirit guiding you can be a comfort. The day you were born you were also given an Angel. In truth, this means you are ...
Views: 1154 - Overcoming The Fear of Public Speaking - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2010 from Charles BenderFear of public speaking is stronger than the fear of death for most people in our society. This fear can have a serious negative impact on one’s career and it can fuel feelings of low self-esteem. If you have this fear you probably already know what the symptoms are. They include pounding ...
Views: 1620 - Overcoming your gag reflex - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Caren ChaffeeA gag reflex is an auto response issue. Just like breathing or like the beating of your heart, there is a programmed response that acts independently of thought. Or does it? Science has shown meditation effects breath and heart rate. Focused thought on images can change stress in the body, ...
Views: 3210 - Pain and Suffering, Fear and Opportunity - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from S. Evette GardnerWHERE DOES FEAR COME FROM? All forms of fear arise out of an expectation of pain and suffering; which is a concise way of saying that fear comes from our feeling overwhelmingly intimidated by the prospect of being hurt or distressingly unsettled by the possible disruption that a change in our ...
Views: 1163 - Panic Attack Medication: Best Medication For Anxiety - Ways To Stop Panic Attacks Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2017 from Brett ManniPanic Attack Medication: Best Medication For Anxiety - Ways To Stop Panic Attacks Naturally There are actually several different types of medications on the market today that deal with anxiety. They are referred to anxiolytics, or anti-anxiety medications. Benzodiazepines are the fastest ...
Views: 1136 - Passive Aggressive Behaviour. - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2018 from David HarmI am becoming more and more aware that in my past I was a master at passive aggressive behaviour. I played head games with people to try and make them do things that I wanted them to do. The reason for this awareness is because for well over the last year it has been being done to me. ...
Views: 1105 - Peace of Mind as a Tool to Abate the US Crisis of Confidence - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI believe – and I think this is a relatively non-controversial view – that the current recession/crisis has been and will be worse/deeper as a result of fear seeping deep into the American psyche. Even though I disagree with many of the actions and in-actions of the Bush administration/team, I ...
Views: 708 - Perfection and The Fear of Failure - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2018 from Sheryl Paul“It’s better to make a mistake with the full force of your being than to carefully avoid mistakes with a trembling spirit.” – Dan Millman, The Way of the Peaceful Warrior When I was in graduate school many ago, my classmates would often ask me how I was able to write papers so quickly and ...
Views: 915 - Physio Emotional Pain - what is it? is there help? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Sharon SinclairPhysio-Emotional Complaints Do you suffer with a disorder where emotion has upset your body? * Chronic Pain without Medical cause? * Pre-Menstrual or Menstrual Tension? * Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? * Nocturnal Teeth Grinding? * Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? ...
Views: 2746 - Platform and Testing for CoVerified Designed for Student Populations Affordably - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2021 from Ian MonroeCoVerified, a leading provider of custom software platforms and COVID-19 testing for colleges and universities, announced its program to bring COVID-19 testing and an education-focused software platform to K-12 schools across the nation. Working with Mirimus, Inc., a high-throughput pooled ...
Views: 729 - Post Traumatic Growth – Why Recovery is the Best Revenge - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2019 from Amy JonesBy definition, revenge is quite harsh. It means to inflict hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong done to someone else. For this post, I would like to alter the definition slightly in the following way: to avenge oneself by retaliating through healing, recovery and self-care. Pretty ...
Views: 1868 - Practical Spirituality Versus Woo Woo: Becoming a Self Made Human Being - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from John GilmoreThe new possibilities in our lives today, especially in the West, are amazing. It is possible for us to recreate ourselves and our environments by using the many of the accessible books and videos, and the information on the internet. We can explore information that has been kept secret for ...
Views: 1896 - Pregnancy Anxiety - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2018 from Sheryl PaulAs I’ve written about before on this blog, one of the privileges of being the position of guiding people through the darkest aspects of their psyche and soul is that they share thoughts and feelings with me that they wouldn’t share with anyone else. Part of the reason why they share openly about ...
Views: 879 - Presence: Meditating On The Gift That Keeps On Giving - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Mitchell MilchMeditation is perhaps the most important “best practice” I employ each day in the service of warming my self up so I can develop, apply, and identify obstacles to being present in an emotionally intelligent manner. I’m defining emotional intelligence as a measure of one’s facility to apply ...
Views: 1165 - Proactive Boundary Setting: Make 2021 a Happier and More Relaxing Year! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2021 from Linda PlunkettHappy New Year! We are all expressing this greeting, hoping this year to be better than 2020. Last year was a year many people felt fearful, depressed, and lacking in optimism for the future, for many different reasons. Some of us lost loved ones, experienced illness in our families, job ...
Views: 780 - Proper Breathing And Anxiety What's The True Connection? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2013 from Dennis SimsekBreathing properly is one of the simplest ways to drain away tension and relieve your stress. By simply changing your breathing patterns, you can rapidly induce a greater state of relaxation. If you can control the way you breath, you have a powerful tool to reduce bodily tension. Most ...
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