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- Do You Experience Mixed Feelings About Being Patient and Tolerant? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorPatience and tolerance are behaviors and states of mind to practice, right? How well do you do with them? Questions about Patience and Tolerance came to me after I spent extended time with someone who couldn’t seem to talk about anything that wasn’t unpleasant. All of us need a dose of ...
Views: 1701(1 vote) - Rise Above the Hurt: Using Compassion to Heal - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Karin VoloHurt people hurt people. I recently read this and it really struck a cord with me. When I read that statement and let the meaning really sink in, I felt myself being lifted to a higher level of understanding. I felt my heart open up and compassion flow through me because I realized, aren’t we ...
Views: 1188 - ATTITUDE, PERSPECTIVE & CHOICE - Inspirational Quotes to Empower You from the Inside Out - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Chelle ThompsonATTITUDE, PERSPECTIVE & CHOICE: "EACH CHOICE WE MAKE CAUSES A RIPPLE EFFECT IN OUR LIVES. WHEN THINGS HAPPEN TO US, IT IS THE REACTION WE CHOOSE THAT CAN CREATE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE SORROWS OF OUR PAST AND THE JOY IN OUR FUTURE." — Chelle Thompson ©2003 Inspiration Line "There's a ...
Views: 3662(2 votes) - The myth of the Complex Woman - Part 3 - The Fertility Cycle - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from George ForderThe age cycle, like Shakespeare's Seven ages of man speech, is interesting in a sort of detached way. Far more evident, pervasive and dangerous is the second cycle, The Fertility Cycle. As a female design feature it links in with survival of the fittest, and the notion of planned ...
Views: 1768 - Being Grateful For What Didn't Happen - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaWhen practicing the Laws of Attraction, most people know that a big part of it is being grateful for what they have as well as what they want to happen in the future. Recently something happened to me that reminded me of another aspect of the gratitude principle, and that is, being grateful for ...
Views: 1765(1 vote) - The Out Of Our Control Worry - How do we deal? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Sherrie VitelloAlong with everything else that all of us human beings have to worry about in our daily lives is the haunting yet very real fact that the world around us is going through some changes. I'm talking about what's going on with our planet. It's what I call 'Out of Our Control Worry.' The worry about ...
Views: 1541 - What If… Letting Go of the Grumpy Feelings - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Vickie GriffithThe morning is the same as any other yet she feels angry, resentful and a bit sad. Nothing has changed from the night before. There is no one to blame. No one called with bad news. No argument has caused these feelings. She just wakes up upset. Could these feelings come from bad dreams? ...
Views: 1257 - Happiness Is a State of Mind No Matter What - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaHappiness is a state of mind not a set of circumstances. It is the natural feeling that is present in a healthy psychologically functioning person. Inner happiness is something inside every one of us and we have access to it 24/7. The implications of this are rather profound because it means ...
Views: 2897 - More Tidbits Of Great Advice To Make Your Life Better! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Father TimeWhen you truly want to improve your life, there are a variety of things that you can do...all little steps in the same direction. People are where they want to be in life, because if they really, really, really did not want to be there, where they are, then they wouldn't be there. If your ...
Views: 3682(6 votes) - G Is For Gratitude - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Sara DillingerAs you may have guessed by now, this is not one of those charming little abecedaries to teach children the alphabet. This list of alphabetized words is for adults with serious problems. That's why I've discussed avoidance, becoming, conscious, define, elephants (It'll make more sense if you ...
Views: 1249 - Motivation Therapy With Brain Entrainment - Binaural Beats Download - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from francesco costabileINTRODUCTION Do you feel as though you're stuck in a rut, and that your life has more potential than is being realised? Motivation therapy with brain entrainment is the key to unlocking doors of limitless possibilities. A binaural beats download has been proven to re-shape the psychology ...
Views: 2106(1 vote) - You are what you Think - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from cedric riceWe are captive to the thoughts that we allow to take control of our minds. There are always different trains of thought which comes into each of our lives to influence our actions. The thought that wins is the thought that latches on and controls our actions so in that sense we are what we ...
Views: 1414 - How A Business Marketing Consultant Will Help Your Business Succeed - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Marketing BumpWhen it comes to owning and operating a small business, there are several responsibilities which are involved. Although you want to succeed and accomplish your dreams as soon as possible, you also need to maintain the highest integrity. If you wish to realise your objectives at the earliest, you ...
Views: 434 - Perseverance - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.To me, recreating yourself means having preserved over a certain circumstance or many circumstances. For an example, let’s take the roles of survivor’s versus victims. The survivor has persevered over the circumstance and their whole outlook on everything has changed. This can be for any type ...
Views: 2383(2 votes) - Happy Birthday To Me - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2011 from Jessica RectorWhy is it every year I have some expectation of what the day of my actual birthday will be like and for some reason, the day never lives up to my expectation? I am thankful that I gets gifts for my birthday and that I celebrate it. Some families don't even celebrate birthdays, and I am not in ...
Views: 1037 - An Indendence Day from Guilt - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Sally MarksToday is the 4th of July, or Independence Day in the USA. One of my favorite phrases in the Declaration of Independence is: “Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” I am not alone in my admiration. Wikipedia states this line is considered by some as one of most well crafted, influential ...
Views: 1844(5 votes) - There is only one Superman - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from cedric riceI think that we can all agree that there is only one superman. I think that we can also agree that it’s definitely not me or you. So since it ain’t me I don’t have to try to pretend like it is. One of the biggest mistakes that I have seen people in leadership or supervisory positions make is ...
Views: 1460(1 vote) - How To Make Things Right, When Things Go Wrong - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Kimberley CohenHave you ever had one of those days when things seem to go wrong instead of right? Perhaps a conversation you wanted to have doesn’t go the way you intended, or an event gets rained out or doesn’t happen the way you expected, or you are stuck in traffic and you’re going to be late, or the ...
Views: 3506(1 vote) - Life Is Not Supposed to Be All About Problems - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorDo you wake every day, move through your day, and go to bed with problems on your mind? Maybe you’d like to do something about that right now. What can you do that’s quick? Reframe the problem or your perceptions about it to make a difference, even if just a small shift at first. I ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - E Is For Elephant - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Sara DillingerDon’t think about that elephant in the room. Whatever you do, do not think about the elephant. Just ignore it. Maybe it will go away. Of course, when you are told NOT to think about something, that is about the only thing you can think of. Even though there is no actually elephant in ...
Views: 1919(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Love Yourself More - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from William ConstantineWhat many people don’t realize is that any relationship starts with YOU! If your relationship and perception of yourself is minimal at best than you aren’t going to have the greatest of relationships because you are coming from a place of inner discontentment. Here are some tips to help you ...
Views: 1660(2 votes) - Do You Have an Attitude of Gratitude? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2011 from Shefali BurnsWhat does it mean to "have an attitude of gratitude"? What is gratitude? How can gratitude change your life? Gratitude to me is being grateful and thankful for everything in our lives. This includes the people in our lives, the lessons and challenges in our lives, the things that bring us joy ...
Views: 844 - The Impact of Masculine and Feminine Energy Traits in Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseOne of the benefits of my profession is that you have the opportunity to be introduced to a good number of different approaches and ideas in terms of making the most out of your life. About two months ago I had one such opportunity at a meeting of New Jersey Professional Coaches Association I ...
Views: 1056 - D Is For Define - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Sara DillingerI heard a segment of a program about branding on NPR this morning when I drove over to feed my daughter’s cat. In this brief snippet, the host and his guest were talking about “sheeple”, that is, people who will follow the crowd, the style, the latest fad like sheep going to ...
Views: 1195 - Success Methods -- Conquer Irrational Fear - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Charles MooreheadYou can gain courage by training your subconscious mind in a special way. This exercise is simple to do, but is very powerful. You see, your subconscious will accept and act on any impressions it receives that are repetitive and highly emotional. This training can help improve your life. ...
Views: 4296 - A New Beginning for Migraine Sufferers: Developing True Hope - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Gerry Fryer"Once you choose hope, anything's possible." -- Christopher Reeve Hope is a limited emotional resource. There are a lot of migraine sufferers who have not been successful with medical or alternative options for pain relief. They have all but abandoned any hope that their quality of life will ...
Views: 1537(1 vote) - C Is For Conscious - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sara DillingerThe English word “conscious” originally derived from the Latin conscius (con- “together” + scire “to know”). It is interesting to note, though, that the Latin word did not have the same meaning as our word — it meant knowing with, in other words, having joint or common knowledge with ...
Views: 1514 - CREATIVE WAYS TO DEAL WITH ADVERSITY - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Chelle ThompsonIt's important, I find, to recall and re-use old tools that have proven helpful in difficult situations in the past. Sometimes we think we've moved so far forward that a "Been there, done that!" attitude clouds our memory and limits our options. Fear is an ongoing challenge in this world so we ...
Views: 2112(1 vote) - To Be List - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jacqui DobensI’m sure, you like me have in your daily life management planner a to-do list. Do you not? Well, do you have a to-be list? You know, a list of who you want to be. The type of person you really want to be. The highest version of your self? The unlimited you! Whether it is to be more ...
Views: 1209(1 vote) - B Is For Becoming - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sara DillingerB is for Becoming. This is important to remember: You are not what your parents, your teachers, or anyone else said about you when you were a child. You are not what your spouse, ex-spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend or anyone else thinks you are. You are not even what you think you are. You ...
Views: 1241 - This Simple Exercise Can Transform Difficult Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sally TempletonWhen I have a client with a difficult relationship with a boss or colleague, there is a simple exercise that I ask them to do. It is a transformational exercise that can become a life-changing practice. It is simply to list the positive aspects of their “difficult person”. This includes ...
Views: 1340(1 vote) - Learning from a Dumb Bunny - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sally MarksI have heard the expression “Dumb Bunny” used for years. Our pet rabbit does not appreciate this term. Tinkles is a sensitive creature and a tad grouchy. I don’t want to upset him so I try not to use the “dumb bunny” idiom. In fact, our pet is not only a smart little hopper, he was a catalyst ...
Views: 1595(6 votes) - Your passion, values, mission, purpose and goals - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Manfred JohannsenWhat is important for you? What is your foundation of life? Freedom, love, creativity, health, honesty, courage, gratefulness, legacy, intelligence, joy, happiness, fun, peace, playing, acknowledgement, security, control, respect, unity, truth, accountability, and others. You make your own ...
Views: 1703 - Creating Fun - An American Gothic Vacation - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaWe working entrepreneurs need to remember to take some time off and do something fun. You don't even have to go far to find fun. It can be something close by that you never had time to explore. Recently, my mother-in-law came to visit for 5 days and I wanted to make it memorable for both her ...
Views: 1430 - Stress Relief: 5 Simple Steps to Master Your Mind and Raise Your Spiritual Energy Starting Now! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Hyma Kunamneni"I am a spiritual being having a human experience" - Is this your belief? My urgent request to all my friends who know and believe the above statement is to make your energy management your utmost priority. Why? Because we know the following facts: I, the spirit am energy. Thoughts are ...
Views: 1263 - Coaching: 5 Limiting Habits that block you from success - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Kate SinerThere are some habits that get in the way of our taking our next steps and achieving our goal. This article addresses three common limiting habits: negative self-talk, fear, and disbelief and suggests alternative behaviors that are more supportive of the success you desire. Negative ...
Views: 1511 - 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: 1550 - How can I become more powerful and influential? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Teppie and Christina ChartomatsidisWho is truly powerful and influential? If you want to discern a person who truly has power and influence, don’t just look out for characteristics such as extroversion, popularity and pushiness. Don’t be mistaken, many people who appear to be powerful and influential by boasting of their ...
Views: 4778 - How to deal with people who mock and criticize you - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Teppie and Christina ChartomatsidisEveryone who is destined to succeed in life will at some time be the subject of mockery or criticism. If you are now facing this type of abuse from people, either in your personal circle or at work, it’s valuable insight to know exactly why it’s happening so you can deal with it ...
Views: 21812 - Practicing happiness now! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jaime KalmanResearchers have found that happy people are on average 50% more successful than unhappy people. The question then is, are we trying to be successful in order to be happy? Because if so, we may have things backwards! We have grown up in a society that teaches us to struggle, sacrifice, work ...
Views: 921(1 vote) - Is Trying to Be Positive Making You Negative? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorDo you ever feel trying to be positive is more like one step forward and two or more steps back? There is a good reason you feel this way. You may believe you’re obligated to be positive 24/7; and that if you were, everything about your life you don’t like would shift to what you want. And, ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - Be a Quitter! Eliminate Negative Self Talk Now! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sandra Dee RobinsonMy husband has a little plaque in his office, a gift from his father, with the words, “Winners never quit, and quitters never win!” We have all heard it. In fact, years ago that saying was uncontested, considered true as the gospel. Well, times change, and our understanding of how we can ...
Views: 1234(1 vote) - Towel Dried – Appreciation For What Is - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Vickie GriffithStepping out from one of the huge chain convenience store/ gas stations and car wash I notice a young women drying off her car. Just freshly cleaned on the bright warm spring day she lovingly dried the car as if it were a luxury sedan. She admired this car with every stroke of the towel. She ...
Views: 1082 - The Game of Life - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Susan McNeal VelasquezI have great admiration for professional golfers. They have a mighty career task. They plan their schedules a year in advance, hire their own caddies and make their own travel arrangements. They play in a professional-amateur tournament the day before competition begins, which requires being ...
Views: 1763 - Practice-Who Needs It? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Rick LaneWell-apparently we all do, if we want to achieve our goals and live our best life. Recently in ESPN The Magazine, NFL Draft 2011 was the cover story. In this issue was an article by Jonah Lehrer which opened with the following: “Top NFL quarterbacks don’t need smarts. They need ...
Views: 1712(1 vote) - The Up’s and Down’s of Being An Entrepreneur! - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI have had a crazy, busy, happy few weeks in my business lately – and I’m still on a roll. What I find most interesting is listening to conversations of other entrepreneurs who are saying they are ‘slowing down/shutting down/ for the summer, or parts of it. Really? I know that can be seen as ...
Views: 1147 - I Won’t Recommend Any More Self Help Books - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from Willie HortonEach Monday morning, I recommend a self improvement book to my Personal Development Ezine readers. But I’ve decided to stop. I’ve come to the conclusion that self help, personal development or self improvement books – whatever you’d prefer to call them – don’t work. For starters, Forbes ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - You are more than just a Maid - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from cedric riceI got the idea for this article one day as I watched an older sitcom on TV. In the program a man was really pouring on the charm as he sought to create a relationship with a woman who was a housemaid. He thought that her self esteem needed to be boosted because when he met her and asked her what ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - Managing the Unexpected: How I Stayed Present in Seven (Not So) Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Judy RingerSo, there I was alone in a hotel room in Poughkeepsie, NY, instead of attending my college reunion festivities. I’d been looking forward to meeting up with past classmates, going to lectures and, most of all, walking the campus. The Vassar campus is unbelievably beautiful in June. Trees are ...
Views: 1061 - Thriving Vs. Merely Surviving - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Susan McNeal VelasquezThe quick definition of thriving is to flourish and prosper. My teaching interests have shifted considerably over the years, until my full attention is on uncovering and discovering what it takes to amass enough personal power so that thriving is the outcome, no matter what curve life decides to ...
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