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- Good Nights, Better Mornings and Great Days! - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixOne of the best pieces of advice that a coach ever gave me was "Never begin your day before it's finished on paper." Over the years, this has served me extremely well. Whenever my day is not flowing smoothly, or I'm generally unproductive or "feeling a little lost" chances are it is due to poor ...
Views: 1453(4 votes) - Fueling Your Passions in Life - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowFueling your passion; having something in your life that you absolutely adore to spend time doing or participate in is such a treat and should be valued on a regular basis to provide your well-being with excitement and delight for living. Taking time to treasure your longings and aspirations ...
Views: 1450 - How Do I Choose The Best Therapist for Me? - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from Mary FitzpatrickIs a question I am often asked. It can be a complicated process, influenced by many factors. Here are some suggestions that I hope are helpful to you. Whether you are in a state of crisis or not, ask for referrals from people you trust and who you know have been in treatment and seem to be ...
Views: 1447(1 vote) - Why you have to work with your aspect of awareness? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Manfred JohannsenIf you want to stick to something static, that is the beginning of suffering. When you accept that all in life changes, you are not trying to stick to happiness and joy. You have to work with this aspect of awareness. You do not know when you die or when of your relatives dies. Therefore ...
Views: 1447 - 3 Positive Strategies to Finish Your Day Strong - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Joey FaucetteMost business professionals today that we coach are overwhelmed. They get to the end of the day with an ever expanding to-do list and fall exhausted into the evening commute. They return the next morning after reversing the commute and fall exhausted into their desk chair, thinking, “Here we go ...
Views: 1446(1 vote) - Stuff Happens - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2013 from Robin RobertsStuff happens it happens to all people immunity is not granted because of a course you have done or a book you have written or read or the thoughts you possess. Stuff happens. It happens to the Pope it happens to the garbage man it happens to the couple down the road who have everything. Stuff ...
Views: 1446 - A Daily Practice is Foundational for Personal Growth and Freedom - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Jim GilletteA daily practice is the foundation of your internal growth and outer solution development. What I have in mind is, first of all, a practice that settles you down and helps you find a stillness within. There are many, many ways to do this and it is important for you to find one or a couple that ...
Views: 1445 - Adopt a Light Lifestyle in Your Busy Routine - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2015 from Dr. Mona AeyshaUsually when we talk about the healthy lifestyle; the following comes to our mind: Eating healthy food in which fruits and vegetables are on the top of the list Doing exercise that will keep your body fit and active. For example, riding bicycle, walking, running, dancing, and other gym ...
Views: 1445 - ***The Power of Wellbeing Tip of the Day: Sleep - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2009 from Gabriela Cora, MD, MBAI usually refer to sleep as the third pillar of the healthy physical dimension (the others are nutrition, exercise and relaxation). Many people minimize the benefits of sleep and the essential properties it brings to our ability to produce and perform at our top level. Additionally, researchers ...
Views: 1444 - Time Blocking: The Ultimate Secret to Effective Time Management - by Submitted on May 01, 2017 from Mike Gardner - The Time DoctorWe all know that Time management is an essential skill, and time blocking is an easy and powerful way to help you master this skill. Time blocking can be best described as blocking of specific periods of time in your schedule in which you commit to getting things started, progressed or finished. ...
Views: 1444 - 6 Tips for Gaining Confidence - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Anne BachrachBecoming an entrepreneur can be one of the most unnerving ventures in your entire life. Just when you thought you knew it all, you find out you’re just a student trying to make the grade. So what do you do when your confidence takes a hit? Follow these 6 tips for gaining confidence. 1. ...
Views: 1443 - Four Fabulous Tips for a Healthier Work/Life Balance - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Ben HolbrookSimple Steps to Office Health & Fitness We've all read those overly-flamboyant exercise guides from the 80s. Telling us to take our best lycra outfits to work so we can get the whole office to do some crazy dance aerobics at lunch time. For obvious reasons, it never really took off. People go ...
Views: 1443(1 vote) - You Have a Multi-Dimensional Life Purpose - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Suzanne StrisowerCommonly people think that their life purpose means ‘something they are here to do.’ This is often a very nebulous and frustrating proposition for people because they don’t ‘know where to find their purpose’ or ‘how to know they’ve their life purpose.’ What happens if you have a life purpose ...
Views: 1443 - IN ORDER TO ENCOURAGE ETHICAL SELFLESS ACTIVITIES WE SHALL DONATE A PORTION OF OUR TIME, TALENT, HARD WORK, WEALTH - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIf we wish to lead a sacred spiritual life it does not mean that we do just about anything and everything in its name. True spirituality means imbuing our energies in great tasks so as to attain their fulfillment. Right from the arena of our inner being to the external mundane world, sacred ...
Views: 1442 - What your social media manager does not know can hurt you. - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Madeline FosterWhen it comes to hiring a social media consultant for most businesses, it is a kind of hit and miss situation as to whether or not they are actually qualified enough to do so. The truth of the matter is,many fail to understand the true meaning behind social media and have no idea what the ...
Views: 1442(1 vote) - Are you active or productive? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Debbi DickinsonI have a very busy life. Toss my daughter’s calendar of activities on top of my own and we are always on the go. We are very active and we are productive when we are focused on our priorities. An active life is where you are busy. You have a lot of tasks you are doing but you don’t seem to ...
Views: 1440(1 vote) - The Importance of a Family Calendar - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you never seem to know what your spouse or children's schedules look like, perhaps it's because you haven't taken the time to create a family calendar. Having one calendar devoted solely to your family's schedule can make the difference between chaos and organization in a household. Although ...
Views: 1440 - How to stay balanced during the not-so-quiet time of the year! - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2013 from Beate CheletteI feel this time of year is paradoxical. It should be the quiet time of the year due to shorter daylight hours. The long evenings should give us more time to relax with family and friends, or even get more sleep. I believe November and December is the ideal time to reflect on the year that has ...
Views: 1438 - Corporate America and Wellness - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from odette worrellCorporations are starting to take a closer look at wellness programs for their employees. Reasons for this might not be as altruistic as we might hope, but with rising health care costs and the general health of most Americans these days hitting what is now a “crisis” level, even the corporate ...
Views: 1437 - How To Create More Time To Do More Of What You Love! - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Kirstin O´DonovanWe all want to have more time, more time to do what we want to and be with those we love. This means, having time to do the things you love in life, to do the things you want to and not only the things you need to, which is the key to feeling fulfilled. It is certainly not easy though, and for ...
Views: 1436(1 vote) - Time Management During the Holiday Season - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Yvette LaboyAs the holidays approach we become more pressed for time. With all the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and the added pressure of the holiday season, it’s no wonder why this is such a stressful time of the year for everyone. All the shopping, gift giving, cooking, holiday gatherings, ...
Views: 1436 - 2011-POSITIVE CHANGES? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Keith Bray2011-POSITIVE CHANGES? May you LIVE all the days of your life-Johnathan Swift Another new year. Another year entered into with the best of intentions. Ever look back and really measure the changes you planned to make in 2010 and where you sit today? For most, their resolutions are but a ...
Views: 1435(1 vote) - 2012 Rules of Engagement - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffMany people have a tendency to attract exactly what they don’t want in life but often what they need most in order to learn necessary lessons which, if acted upon will lead to self-empowerment, self-improvement and a balanced prosperous life. This is the “law of attraction” put forth in the ...
Views: 1435 - 90 Day Plan - 3 Tools You Need to Guarantee Your Success! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Dan PickensFor a 90 day plan to succeed you need to understand that most of the work is done before you get started! Most people fail plans (like the p90x) because they trust that they succeed at random! In reality it's because they are either lazy or don't know any better or both! That's not going ...
Views: 1435(1 vote) - Phone of the Olympics - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from David KhanThe Samsung Galaxy S III has been confirmed as the official phone of the London 2012 Olympic Games. This was announced officially by Visa as the two companies are in partnership over the new NFC (near field communication) technology that will be offered to athletes and the public while they are ...
Views: 1435 - The Advantages of Buying a Car Instead of Leasing - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2017 from Gaurav KumarEach day, we are bombarded by an array of offers to lease or purchase a vehicle. In most cases, the monthly payment on a leased vehicle is lower than the monthly payment when you purchase that same vehicle. For many people, this may be all that they need to hear to convince them that leasing is ...
Views: 1434 - Co-Active Coach CPCC - An Additional Qualification - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Ethen SmithIn the coaching profession it is not necessary to get a coaching certification. In other words just about anyone can begin coaching without prior certification from any school or institution. Although there are some places that are making moves to regulate the profession, getting a coaching ...
Views: 1433 - How to Make the Right Choice in 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Anne BachrachYou’ve been making choices every day since you were a child, yet sometimes it can feel like you are the most inexperienced decision-maker in the world. You feel uncertain about which choice to make and how your decision will ultimately affect your life. When faced with a decision that could ...
Views: 1433 - New Year, New Plan - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Chrys PageSo, have you made your resolutions? Everyone I know is making them. "I'm going on a diet", one friend has proclaimed...for the 3rd year in a row. "I'm going to save some money", another friend has stated, one who has been known to shop 'til she drops. The thing with resolutions is that ...
Views: 1433(1 vote) - How To Create More Time To Do More Of What You Love! - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Kirstin O´DonovanWe all want to have more time, more time to do what we want to and be with those we love. This means, having time to do the things you love in life, to do the things you want to and not only the things you need to, which is the key to feeling fulfilled. It is certainly not easy though, and for ...
Views: 1432 - HOW TO RESTORE OUR FEMININE ENERGY - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2018 from Sara FabianI spent 15 years of my life in the corporate world and used to define my human worth through my profession and the social status on my business card. At the time, building a successful career meant the world to me. I was keeping myself busy all the time, always in a rush, wanting to do more ...
Views: 1431 - One Million and One Choices - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanDo you really know what it means to be a winner in life? I am sure you have heard others speak about folks who appear to have it all – a happy marriage, a great home life, a solid career, good friends, a nice home. When you notice that some people have such comfortable lives, does your heart ...
Views: 1431 - Self Discovery and Exploration - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Nancy HovdeSelf-Discovery & Exploration When is the last time you made time for self-reflection? When we take some time to ask those questions that allow us to explore and discover answers about where we are in our life and what things we would like to see changes in our life, this type of ...
Views: 1430(4 votes) - 9 Things You Should Never Spend Your Money On - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Alex ReddleNo matter what you do, it feels like there is a price tag on it. Here are 9 things you should never spend your hard earned money on! It feels like that everything in this life has some fee associated with it. Sure, there are some things that you have to pay for, but then there are other things ...
Views: 1429(1 vote) - Turned “ON” by your computer? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Chris CannonIt’s responsible for connecting millions every day, while disconnecting thousands every second. It connects people with family they’ve never met before, while disconnecting them from family they’ve known their entire lives. It has made the world as a whole much smaller, therefore intensifying ...
Views: 1429(1 vote) - Are You Building Your Business with Clarity or Clutter? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Marie KirklandHave you ever been so passionate about your business, so in love with your business that you’ve stayed up late, maybe most of the night to work on an upcoming project? Have you gotten up early because the spark of an idea woke you up without the need of an alarm clock? What I am describing is ...
Views: 1428(4 votes) - Lead a Resilient Life - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Lynn ClarkeToday there are so many adverse situations and circumstances we are exposed to. Whether we are self employed or unemployed, single or married with children, young or old, we all can learn how to better cope in our lives when we learn how to be more resilient having the ability to cope, bounce ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - ***The Power of Wellbeing Tip of the Day: Relax - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2009 from Gabriela Cora, MD, MBAHave you ever felt stuck on the computer, frustrated and trying to resolve a software problem for hours? What did you do, keep trying? Instead, what happened when you took a five minute break and relaxed? Where you able to fix the problem in a couple of minutes? Whether this feeling of rushing ...
Views: 1427 - A Stressed Out Baboon - by Submitted on May 03, 2014 from Melissa HeislerWe all complain about stress, but what is it really. National Geographic did a wonderful report on what stress is by not only looking at humans and our environment, but also through baboons and science. In watching specific tribes of baboons who ate the same food, lived in the same area, and ...
Views: 1426(1 vote) - Set it and Forget it – How to Automate our Lives - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Sijith SalimThere is a powerful concept I learned recently. It is called the "Principle of Automation," and I want to share the technique with you today. In our life there are many things that can be done just once by setting it, and you can forget it completely. The system you used to set it will take ...
Views: 1425(1 vote) - Internet Hunting Secrets! - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Joseph ToalA good deal is rare! You have to Hunt for it! And there's no better place to "HUNT" for bargains than the internet. The key word is "HUNT." Or go on an internet hunting expedition for your favorite items. According to the experts, it's best to continually check prices and availability. ...
Views: 1424(1 vote) - The Wordallogic , Living with Life Threatening Food Allergies - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from Aleasa WordAs we go through life it is often that we experience hills and valleys. Fortunately for most of us we have the opportunity to reach out to others relatively close to us for support when the valleys appear. What happens to your ability to gain support for a disorder that most have no ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - Why are we so stressed? And what can we do about it? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2014 from Melissa HeislerNever in history have we had such comforts and ease of living. Our grocery store shelves are stocked and we can cook a meal in minutes. We can communicate with family and friends around the world instantaneously and face to face. Modern conveniences make our day to day life easy. Then why the ...
Views: 1422 - Life Coaching: Signs that Your Work and Life Balance Is Awful - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinIs there anything you can do to be able to keep up with your busy career while at the same time having time to do what you have to do for yourself, your family and your friends? Is there really a way that you can just relax? Keeping the balance between your work and personal life is so important ...
Views: 1418 - Workplace Stress - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Lisa HaishaRead or listen to any news report these days and you’re sure to get negative information: workers being downsized, employees being forced to take pay cuts, big companies seeking bailout money, and yet another business closing its doors. With so much negativity dominating the nightly news ...
Views: 1417(1 vote) - Creating Conscious Choice in Business - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Marie KirklandHave you found that while aligning your life that you have shifted but your resources have not? One of the great joys of being a conscious entrepreneur is that you absolutely know that you can create the lifestyle you desire. When I consciously made the decision to not only align my ...
Views: 1414(6 votes) - How to Stay Healthy on the Road as Business Travel Increases - by Submitted on May 10, 2017 from Kristine Donkristinedon89@gmail.comBusiness travel has become a way of life. In fact, MMGY Global predicts that the average number of business trips will increase to 7.4 annually per traveler in 2017 — make that 8.6 each year if that traveler is a Millennial. With an increase in office locations, global travel, conferences, and ...
Views: 1413 - What's On Your Career Bucket List? Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from gladys stoneYou may remember the hugely popular 2007 movie,"The Bucket List" starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman about two terminally ill men who decide to do all of the things on their wish list before they "kick the bucket". For many of us, there is a similar bucket list of things that we want ...
Views: 1413 - Are You Eating Your Heart? - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Noelle NelsonA car cuts you off in traffic. Worse than that, it zig-zags in and out of lanes, putting innocent folks (you) at risk. You’re irritated, aggravated, you declaim loudly what a fool this driver is. Where’s a cop when you need one?! When you get home, you tell your spouse, your kids, the dog, ...
Views: 1412 - Balancing Work and Life through Exploring your Inner-self - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from sangita patelInspire Your Inner- Explorer: A road map for women as they navigate the balance between work and life. A recent research study by the Center for Retailing Education and Research at the University of Florida concluded that women were three times more likely to be organized for the holidays ...
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