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- A Reason, Season, or a Lifetime - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Val Wilcox“People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.” I think most of us have heard that poem before. It’s a very touching and pointed piece which speaks of the heart of life. We all have experienced this with others or perhaps we have been one of these for another. Probably ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - Beyond the Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2015 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comLet’s find out what holds us back from exploring and experiencing the many new things we could do to grow and bring more joy and fulfillment into our life. Today in our known environment, we are comfortable and continue with our same routine. With no or just little effort we can stay in our ...
Views: 1604 - Finding Balance In Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2017 from Mercy AbbeyNOW THERE WAS AT JOPPA, A CERTAIN DISCIPLE NAMED TABITHA, WHICH BY INTERPRETATION IS CALLED DORCAS: THIS WOMAN WAS FULL OF GOOD WORKS AND ALMS-DEEDS WHICH SHE DID . AND IT CAME TO PASS IN THOSE DAYS; THAT SHE WAS SICK AND DIED. (ACTS 9;36-37) I HOPE YOU REALIZE THAT MINISTRY IS NOT JUST ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - How to keep going at difficult times? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Harri SaarA very important quality what I have learned in my sales career is that you need to know how to control emotions. How to be happy at hard times? How to keep a joyful face when someone insults you? How to keep going despite of opposition? There is a solution... EMOTIONS MAKE US DIFFERENT OF ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - Always a student, sometimes a teacher - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Brian KingIt is hard to imagine that a generation of peace and love could become the next war mongers. It is far to obvious the wars we fight today are not to protect any thing other than profit. You who riddled the world with land mines, profit from the resources of others, restrict advancement, let ...
Views: 1603(1 vote) - Parenting: Admitting Mistakes - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Sue BaldingAdmitting mistakes are not just for the young. Okay, it's even harder to acknowledge that we need to do this more with each other, but have you bought about doing this with your child? Being vulnerable comes with admitting mistakes. We think we have to be the constant model for our children, ...
Views: 1603 - You are my sunshine…. - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Ellen WhitehurstA weekend filled with working, whittling away at the never ending ‘To Do’ and Cam Newton (again!) not necessarily in that order either. And, okay, yes, the Jets! Hey! Sounds just like last weekend. Except my Aunt Mary died and so did my friend Rob, a great guy married to one of my best ...
Views: 1603(1 vote) - The Secret to Optimal Nourishment of Body, Mind, and Spirit - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2012 from Janbreathe@aol.com Janbreathe@aol.com“Never eat with people you don’t like because your state of awareness will influence how your food is metabolized.” This is what Deepak Chopra said in a 1993 interview with Oprah Winfrey. He talked about a study that was done where rabbits were fed a diet that was extremely high in cholesterol. ...
Views: 1601(1 vote) - What Baseball Can Teach Us About Life - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Mike RobbinsWith all the excitement of the playoffs and the World Series (which, thanks to the success of the San Francisco Giants, we get to experience directly here in the Bay Area), I've been thinking about, watching, and appreciating the great game baseball a lot these past few weeks. As someone who ...
Views: 1601(1 vote) - #1 In Sales Means Nothing - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Kevin BurnsThe sign in the front window of my local UPS Store reads. "#2 Store in Canada." I laugh every time I see it. It's too rare that you see a sign reading "#2" in anything. I get it though. Wayne and the staff at my UPS Store do a great job and give great service. They're always busy. Apparently ...
Views: 1600(1 vote) - Grateful For You - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comI am grateful for the Hallmark hype and everyone’s marketing for Thanksgiving. It’s a perfect opportunity to focus on giving thanks and gratitude but let’s not wait for this once a year celebration. If you celebrate the American Thanksgiving or already celebrated the Canadian Thanksgiving in ...
Views: 1600 - Grab yopur Chances in 2012 - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Angela Schulz-Henke"We must learn to understand what we do not understand." Dr. Michael King We live in a time of change. What has still been valid 5 years ago, no longer works today. People who take advantage of others are being discovered. Lies are exposed and rulers overthrown. The world is changing rapidly ...
Views: 1598 - The connection between courage and breaking habits - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from M.Farouk RadwanOn Monday morning Sam went to a job interview hoping that he would get that job he was after. When Sam first stepped inside the building he started feeling afraid. As time passed and as his turn approached Sam became more and more fearful until they called out his name. Sam went inside the ...
Views: 1598 - Learn To Forgive and Forget - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Mervyn gohSelf growth by learning to forgive and forget Taking revenge on trouble makers or enemies will only create more problems and disturbance to you. You must realize that negative emotion and hostile actions can only bring harm and suffering to both of you and your enemies. In order to perform ...
Views: 1597 - TIT 4 TAT: The Basic Backdrop of Life. - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2014 from William CottringerTIT 4 TAT: The Basic Backdrop of Life. By Bill Cottringer “Reputation is not of enough value to sacrifice character for it.” Miss Clark. All of life, upon due reflection, seems to be a variation of one very basic rule commonly known as—Tit for Tat (literally blow for blow). This a ...
Views: 1597 - 3 Key Strategies to Positively Win as a Team - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2014 from Joey FaucetteCollege basketball’s annual trek up the Final Four mountain has started. While the school names change from year to year, the qualities of championship caliber teams are consistent. What are they? And how can you learn from them to win championships at work? Here are 3 Key Strategies to ...
Views: 1596 - BANDWIDTH AND “P” POINTS FOR SUPER SUCCESS - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2013 from William CottringerBANDWIDTH AND “P” POINTS FOR SUPER SUCCESS By Bill Cottringer “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” ~Winston Churchill. We are all on a super success quest race with an unfortunate delusion that there are quick cures and instant ...
Views: 1596 - Self acceptance tips - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from M.Farouk RadwanSelf Acceptance is one of the most important life skills a person should be capable of. However most people fail to accept themselves the right way because there is a very fine line between self acceptance and self deception. Some people get self acceptance wrong by believing that it’s a ...
Views: 1596 - Five Steps to Tell People What You do to Increase Revenue - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Carrie GreeneI got a hug from the person checking my luggage in for a flight. My bag was 3 pounds overweight. I was given two choices. I could remove a few things or pay $75. I had a few copies of my book right on top. I pulled them out and put them on the counter. The baggage check lady looked at them ...
Views: 1595 - How To Be A Friend - Being The Good Friend Everyone Needs - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2014 from Donald PillaiFriend: One who is attached to another by affection; one who entertains for another sentiments of esteem, respect and affection, which leads him/her to desire their company and to seek to promote their happiness and prosperity. Noah Webster - 1828 Dictionary The first act of friendship is ...
Views: 1595 - Stepping Stones or Stumbling Blocks - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2010 from Val WilcoxLife brings you many experiences, some of which may be good and some which are not so good. Your perception of these experiences will determine whether you look at these as stepping stones to a better you or as stumbling blocks which hold you back. It’s not about life being fair or just, it’s ...
Views: 1595 - Where Are We? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Vickie GriffithDriving home to Virginia from South Carolina with our six-year-old exhilarated granddaughter in tow. For nearly three months she had been marking days off the calendar anticipating her visit with us in Virginia. Getting into the truck she was ready to be in our home,yet we had a seven to eight ...
Views: 1594 - Diamonds are Produced with Pressure - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from cedric riceMost of you probably know this but a diamond is one of the hardest substances available to man. Most of you do know that diamonds are coveted above all natural precious stones. Women value diamonds and we see them on TV all of the time. The size of the diamond on a ring or other piece of jewelry ...
Views: 1593(1 vote) - Why do you settle for less when you could be extraordinary? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2015 from Clement McGrathWhat does it mean to live in an extraordinary life, in your own unique way? First of all be aware that it does not mean you have to be larger than life and be involved in super-human achievements. Nor does it mean you have to be famous and stride across the world stage for all to see and admire. ...
Views: 1593 - 2018’s Pluto/Saturn/Mars RX Triple Threat: “Resist Going Within at Your Own Peril” - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2018 from joan pancoeTo view in your browser and see all the visuals: http://joanpancoe.com/page-newsletter-details.php?nl=125 “Someone once asked a great sheikh what Sufism was: ‘The feeling of joy when sudden disappointment comes.’ Don't grieve for what doesn't come. Some things that don't happen keep ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Confidence - Before you seek it, understand what it is! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Phil MéthotIf if told you that bloozles were on sale now at 80% off, would that get you excited? Probably not, since you don't know what a bloozle is. (of course it's just a word that I made up) Words that are not completely understood may elicit the wrong response or non at all. The term 'confidence' ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Tips for Overcoming Poor Habits - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from CB MichaelsEverybody has a habit or personality trait that they wished they could be rid of. Smoking, nail biting and hair twirling are all good examples of these kinds of habits, which can seem difficult if not impossible to overcome. I personally believe that all behavior can be changed, however, and the ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Toastmasters - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Janet Perez Eckles“I read your book two times. I love, love it. It changed my life.” Comments like this one from my readers dance in my heart with gratitude. Writing books is a delight for me. But public speaking? That idea made my stomach cramp. I inhaled deep and took the plunge. I joined a local ...
Views: 1592 - MID-FALL 2016: KARMIC DÉJÀ VU: “Remembrance of Things Past” - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2016 from joan pancoe“I’ve seen 50, I’ve seen 60 and, baby, 40 is better.” I've been rich, I’ve been poor, and rich is better. I've been young, I've been old, and young is better. If I could turn back time, If I could find a way.” CHER Joan Pancoe: “NOT!” Dear ONE, This Fall, the ongoing ...
Views: 1590(1 vote) - OPTIMISM part 2 - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Nazim RashidThe Law of Attraction says that whatever you think about, you bring about. The way we think is a choice that we make. We can think good thoughts - OR - We can think bad thoughts. We can think about what we really want - OR - We can think about all the problems that are overwhelming us. ...
Views: 1590(2 votes) - "Maximum Effort" - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2016 from Ascendance ProjectOne of the lessons which I haven’t seem to have learned yet, because the scenario keeps repeating itself, is to do my best without expectation. Doing your best extends to anything and everything that you do. I do not currently give the best in everything that I do, neither in the big things ...
Views: 1589 - Commit Non-Random Acts of Kindness and Watch Your Happiness Grow - by Submitted on May 11, 2016 from Noelle NelsonTraveling through Burma (aka Myanmar) recently--a fascinating country, known as “The Golden Land” because of the tens of thousands of pagodas gleaming with gold-leaf covered spires—I learned about the different ways Buddhism is practiced there. Oh, the essential aspects of Burmese Buddhism are ...
Views: 1589 - Sharp: Strategies for Optimal Thinking and Behavior - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2013 from John Johnson“Can you recommend some CD’s on hypnosis that I can listen to, because I want to be smarter?” Alan asked me (name changed to protect the so-called innocent). I've never been asked this before, not until now. It’s not for me to pass judgment on any inquiries. No matter how unique they may be. For ...
Views: 1588(1 vote) - The Simple Question that Will Change Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Leanna FredrichRest and be thankful. William Wordsworth Could we change our attitude, we should not only see life differently, but life itself would come to be different. Katherine Mansfield If the only prayer you say in your life is "thank you," that would suffice. Meister Eckhart This weekend I ...
Views: 1588(2 votes) - Do You Allow Yourself To Be Intimidated? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Margie WarrellPeople don't intimidate you. You allow yourself to be intimidated by people. There's a distinct difference. And it all boils down to the assumptions you make about what they are thinking, most of which are untrue and born from self-doubt. Are you ready to leave the doubt behind and give up ever ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - Do You Allow Yourself To Be Intimidated? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Margie WarrellPeople don't intimidate you. You allow yourself to be intimidated by people. There's a distinct difference. And it all boils down to the assumptions you make about what they are thinking, most of which are untrue and born from self-doubt. Are you ready to leave the doubt behind and give up ever ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - Don’t Leave Yourself Out of Thanksgiving Gratitude! - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2014 from Noelle NelsonThanksgiving is almost here - that time of year when “get your gratitude on!” is the game of the day. And indeed, you do have your gratitude well in gear. You are ready to express your gratefulness for your family, your friends, your job (maybe, could be a stretch), Pilates, football, the ...
Views: 1587 - Personal (and Professional) Success Tip (and reminder): You ALWAYS Have The Choice - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Daniel St-JeanLet me start by sharing these words of wisdom from Tom Tobbins (in his book Still Life with Woodpecker); “Choice; the word upon which all adventure, all exhilaration, all meaning, all honor depends. In the beginning was the word, and the word was choice.” A few years ago, I read ...
Views: 1587 - Stepping Into The Unknown With Determination - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Razan Z. KilaniMany times following my coaching sessions with my coachees, the same question keeps going around in my head: Why do we tie up our own hands? Regardless of the circumstances or the context of the coaching, I would be working on with my coachees, a truth always stands out before my very ...
Views: 1587 - The 6 Stages to Plan on When You Want to Change - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2015 from Andrea NovakowskiWay back in 1977, while I was graduating from Simmons College (and wondering how the heck I was going to get a job using what I’d learned), James Prochaska and his colleagues at the University of Rhode Island were developing a revolutionary new theory about how people change. It was called the ...
Views: 1587 - Whine or Build a Bridge toward Happiness - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Sally MarksI was recently at a meeting where George Nakamura quoted a story by Buddhist Leader and Author Daisaku Ikeda. In this story, Ikeda asked the audience to imagine their biggest dream or heart’s desire was within reach. However, there was a catch. Separating them from the dream is a big river and ...
Views: 1587(2 votes) - Don't Let Your Age be a Dream Snatcher! - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Nancy WitterI find myself at that awkward stage in life, somewhere between 50 and death. That being the case, at this stage in my life I better become whatever it is I want to become. Actually, I like being older better than being younger. When you are younger the potential for screwing up is so much ...
Views: 1586 - It's easy to learn, How to Do Anything Well - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Bede BattersWhen have you ever come to a job knowing everything there is to know about it? You can learn skills and techniques to apply to all manner of jobs and activities but that doesn’t automatically turn into being good at something infact approaching something with a whole raft of learnt knowledge ...
Views: 1586 - The Importance Of Killing Off Self-Importance - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2010 from Tom WrightTom Wright What every single person on earth does, is to make other people wrong for the intentions that they imagined were behind acts that were done. Actual acts often happen, they are what is real. But the degree of significance that is assigned to that act, the meaning that is assigned to ...
Views: 1586 - The New 4 Letter Word… - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Robin HardyA new word has emerged that we will coin as “The New 4 Letter Word”! This 4 letter word can belittle someone; while at the same time give the user of the word an imaginary since of power. We have found that generally when this word is used it is meant to make the user feel better about ...
Views: 1586 - Achieving The Spontaneous Smile - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Terri MarieCan’t you wait? Can’t you wait to reach the point when life gets so good, you notice you are smiling? The smile that bubbles up because it has to come out. Your smile is spontaneous. How do you reach a state where this happens? How do you put yourself in the path of joy? I do some things that ...
Views: 1585(2 votes) - Conquer the Fear of Change in 9 Different Ways - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2010 from Mark FooA scary thing to many people is change. Making a change means stepping into the unknown. You leave the life that you are comfortable with and go into a place where you do not know what is going to happen. However, change is one thing that can never be stopped. Whether for the better or worse, ...
Views: 1585(4 votes) - Why Positive Affirmations May Not Be Working For You - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Laurie BrennerAre you one of those people with little post-it notes and sayings pasted around your mirror or on your bulletin board? Do you have any posted on your refrigerator so that every time you open the refrigerator door you find a positive affirmation staring you in the face? Are you saying the words ...
Views: 1585(1 vote) - Your Words Have Power - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Jo Anna Shaw"Sometimes we use words carelessly and actually affirm what we don't want, rather than what we do want..." Dennison & Dennison Through language and feeling we communicate and create our experience. Words and phrases like have to, should, can't, must, ought to, always and never communicate ...
Views: 1585(1 vote) - The Art of Self Motivation - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from cedric riceThe true leader is the one who is more self motivated out of the group. If you can’t motivate yourself there is no way that you will be able to motivate subordinates. Sometimes the leader motivates by actions rather than words. When you look at the leader on athletic teams you will note that ...
Views: 1584(1 vote) - Entrepreneurs!Shocking Truth About Boring Topic-Follow - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Lalitha BrahmaHave you ever provided your name and email address for receiving a Quote for Insurance OR Refinancing a Mortgage? Have you ever watched a FREE presentation/Webinar after providing your name and email address? Have you ever bought products online? If you answered YES, then I am sure you must ...
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