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- 5 reasons why your handshake should be strong and positive - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2020 from Jessica RobinsonA handshake is generally the first exchange which takes place between different people when they meet. It is a form of greeting which we extend to each other. You may be surprised to know that the way you shake hands with people, tells a lot about your personality. This is because the handshake ...
Views: 1033 - Consistently Produce Your Desired Results - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Anne BachrachWhat is the difference between effectiveness and efficiency? There are a variety of subtle differences as well as some basic ideas to consider. The definition of effective reads “producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect.” The word efficient is defined as “productive of desired effects ...
Views: 1032 - Living by The Truth - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Ermalinda LynchLiving By the truth Qualities: Strength Determination Honesty Self Respect Understanding Active Response Listening Simplicity Truth is a destination also part of the Journey. When you are true to yourself you go beyond your limits. How do you know when you are not living by your ...
Views: 1032 - Passionate Purpose, Vibrant Health! A 30-Day at home Experience with Dr. Margaret Paul - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2019 from Margaret PaulPassionate Purpose, Vibrant Health! A 30-Day at home Experience with Dr. Margaret Paul The next course will start on June 26th, 2019, and is offered only once a year. https://innerbonding.com/video/mp4/Passionate_Landing-Page.apple.mp4 Are you ready to discover your calling, and have the ...
Views: 1031(1 vote) - AM I MOTIVATED OR INSPIRED? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2018 from Kit GuptaAs a writer of two books in the self-improvement genre, I’ve heard numerous questions from my audiences about how one can improve themselves. But no one had ever asked something so peculiar. I’ll transcribe the submitted question verbatim. “There is so much talk about motivation everywhere. ...
Views: 1029 - Problems and Challenges: Vitamin of Life - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Pat BallecerLife's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you; they're supposed to help you discover who you are. -Bernice Johnson Reagon Usually we are so grateful about many things, we can laugh from the top of our lungs, we love playing our favorite sports, we want to eat foods while ...
Views: 1028 - What is Emotional Intelligence? And Do You Have It? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from nancy traversEveryone knows at least vaguely about general intelligence, or IQ, but what about emotional intelligence, or EQ? For the vast majority of us, emotional intelligence is more important to our lives than IQ. Harvard theorist Howard Gardner explains, “Your EQ [or emotional intelligence] is the level ...
Views: 1028 - Divorce Communication Skills - Do's and Don'ts - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Ed ShermanOne of the most important and powerful things a person can possess is good communication skills. Sure, everyone has communication skills, but that doesn't necessarily mean that they're used correctly and effectively. After all, our sophisticated ability to communicate is one of the main ...
Views: 1023 - I decided to stop caring - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2016 from Rosemary Nonny KnightA few weeks ago, I decided to stop caring… To stop caring about appealing to people I am not called to serve… I have always preached this to my clients – The art of polarisation – Know your people and deliberately repel everyone else and yet, I had been trying too hard to help ...
Views: 1023 - ***It’s Not The Economy, Stupid - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Kevin BurnsDriving past the electronics store yesterday, a roadside billboard caught my eye. “Watch the recession in high-definition.” That was how the billboard read. My first thought was that the store manager obviously had a few leadership abilities himself. In an effort to stop his employees from ...
Views: 1022 - Forget about forgetting your insecurity — here’s what to do instead! - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2017 from Andy KayDeep down, we’d all like to be able to simply forget — or delete — our insecurity. Some people will claim that we’re better off having insecurity. Because it’s a natural, human trait that keeps us grounded and in touch with our humility. But when someone with certain ambitions also has low ...
Views: 1022 - Laying Groundwork for Success - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowGroundwork; it is an essential piece of your successful puzzle and everyone in your life benefits when you are prepared for your week ahead and have formed a foundation in which to support your lifestyle. The power of observation and the ability to be aware is priceless on your road to better ...
Views: 1022 - A Belief Worth Questioning - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2019 from William CottringerA Belief Worth Questioning By Bill Cottringer “Tolerance implies no lack of commitment to one's own beliefs. Rather it condemns the oppression or persecution of others.” ~John F. Kennedy. All the world’s dreadful problems and the unwanted miseries they bring, are caused by one ...
Views: 1021 - Me Time - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowSetting aside some time each and every day to regroup, re-energize and take a moment for yourself is completely and utterly imperative for your continued success, growth and development on your pathway to greater health, a lighter you and a calmer way of life. You must make time for self to ...
Views: 1021(2 votes) - Problems making you sweat – Time to switch on the AC! - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2016 from Rupa ShendeEver had a problem in life? It feels like you are dancing on fire, doesn’t it? A problem is a problem – small or big does not matter. A problem results in unpleasantness in life. It comes in way of our joy. For those who have multiple problems; unpleasantness seems to become a way of life. ...
Views: 1021 - Your Tipping Point - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2009 from John AOVDear High Achiever: THE TIPPING POINT I’m about to talk about is personal. I say that right out of the chute to be clear that this FYI isn’t a book review of Malcolm Gladwell’s best-seller, The Tipping Point. Any references or similarities to what he wrote will be purely coincidental. So now ...
Views: 1019 - 2 Self Improvement Tips You Can Use to Make Improvement Part of Every Day Life - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Nancy MooreAre you missing self improvement opportunities embedded in your every day experience? I sure was. For instance, I screwed up my website a few days ago. In trying to improve it, I destroyed its design, leaving just stark black letters on white background. After urgently sending a message ...
Views: 1018 - Coping With Stress - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Marta HatterResist trying to control the uncontrollable. Many things in life are beyond our influence— particularly the behavior of other people. Rather than stressing out over them, focus on the things we can control such as the way we choose to react to problems. No matter how difficult our circumstances ...
Views: 1018(2 votes) - Recognize the Warning Signs of Bullying - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2011 from Paul HalmeBullying is a serious problem around the world and the number of bullies as well as those being bullied grows each year. It is important that we recognize the warning signs of bullying whether it is the signs of someone being bullied or the signs of someone actually taking part as the bully. If ...
Views: 1018 - Smart Fuel For You - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Marian BakerWhat Are You Digesting? With all of the big bad scary news blaring at us, we must ask ourselves this question! Consider it a provocative question to reflect on, beyond the literal meaning of digestion. In today's climate, it's essential to your well being and any chance of fueling smart, ...
Views: 1018 - A Few More Thoughts About Happiness - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2019 from William CottringerA Few More Thoughts About Happiness by Bill Cottringer “Breathe in common sense and breathe out nonsense.” ~The Author. Happiness has as many different definitions and ways to get it as there are people on the planet. Here are a few more thoughts about happiness I have had recently, ...
Views: 1017 - Monday Motivations-EVERYONE HAS THEIR FIGHT - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2012 from Victor LeeMONDAY MOTIVATIONS © Getting Beyond Barriers, Inc www.GettingBeyondBarriers.org Monday February 13, 2012 EVERYONE HAS THEIR FIGHT Our cultural backgrounds, familial status and upbringings may have been different, but each of us has our own fight. While many site some of these ...
Views: 1017 - The Beauty of Acceptance – How to Appreciate What Is - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Julia JamesMost people who read inspirational books and articles and come to coaching do so because they want to make a change in their career, performance, relationships and/or personal life. Getting clear on what you truly want and striving for it is empowering, energizing and truly life changing. ...
Views: 1017 - How To Beat Stress At Work - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Alan Matthews1. Take regular breaks. Some people seem to take pride in the fact that they never have a break. " Lunch is for wimps " as Michael Douglas said in Wall Street. I think these people are just plain wrong. Even a short break helps you to re-energise, relax and refocus. Without a break, you ...
Views: 1016 - If You Aren't Having Fun It's Your Own Dang Fault - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Roseanna LeatonYour life really is in your own hands. Life is a blank slate that you can do many different things with. Opportunities come and go and you choose to take them or leave them. How you respond and react to circumstances is almost entirely up to you. I was chatting with a few Octogenarians ...
Views: 1016 - Jack of All Trades, Master of None - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2014 from Larry FreeborgWhen I was 27 I received some excellent advice which I’ve been following throughout my career. One evening a fellow Toastmaster announced he had just been promoted to be the plant manager of a major manufacturing plant in the city I worked in. After the meeting I went up to congratulate him on ...
Views: 1016 - The High Cost of Playing The "Blame Game” - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2016 from Meiyoko TaylorHave you ever met someone that just blamed their lack of success on everyone or everything but themselves? Maybe you used to be that person. Perhaps, you still are that person. If you are, don't fret because there is definitely hope for you. I used to be the very thing I am writing to you about! ...
Views: 1016 - Quitting cigarettes - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2014 from Kenneth LindLike most people my age I started smoking as a teenager. At first it was obvious that my body did not want that smoke in my lungs. The coughing, nausea, foul taste and eye irritation were worth putting up with in order to look grown up. Before long my body adjusted and the habit was ...
Views: 1015 - Yusuf - He's My Brother - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2010 from Keith ReadyJust recently I flew from Sydney to Melbourne for an early morning meeting followed by a series of additional meetings, all in the same office. It was one of those ' down and back in one day trips ', so fortunately I only needed to carry my brief case so I could go direct to the express check ...
Views: 1015(1 vote) - An Opportunity to Free Yourself from Your “Normal” Life - by Submitted on May 19, 2020 from Nina AmirEvery year, when the Jewish holiday of Passover rolls around, I think about the places in my life where I feel stuck. I consider how to move through these places to freedom. This year is no different. What is different, though, is the number of people who feel unable to move forward due to ...
Views: 1013 - Caught in the Act - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Laurie PappasThis morning I caught myself again in the act of “shoulding” myself. I “should” do this, I “should” be that. Why aren’t I doing more than I am? I’m just not good enough. And I kicked myself like I often do, bringing back ancient feelings of shame and guilt. Old patterns die hard, don’t ...
Views: 1013 - Change Your Life By Changing Your Beliefs - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2010 from George HummelLife seems to have been against you from the start. You've had a lousy career and have spent countless 40 hour weeks at a job you despise. The chance for success and wealth seem to have long ago slipped from your grasp. It is exactly this kind of thinking that keeps you where you are--stuck ...
Views: 1013(1 vote) - My life is my own creation - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kenneth LindOthers have tried to mess with it by giving advice but are not to blame. I have listened to teachers and motivational speakers, read inspirational books and thousands of quotes written throughout history. The internet has exposed me to much more. Some of it good, some not. Once in a while ...
Views: 1011 - Strengthen Your Immune System with Plant Based Diets - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2020 from Kathleen GageThere is so much information floating around about COVID-19 and how many people are being infected that one is left to wonder what the good news is. There is actually great news if we are open to it. Now is the time to reboot your system in order to strengthen your immune system. Simple ...
Views: 1010 - The Most Powerful Secret of Lasting Happiness And Success - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2009 from Mercedes Oestermann van EssenWhen we look at well known successful people, like Bill Harris, James Ray or Anthony Robbins, to name but a few one just sees the icing of the success cake. These people, like many others have arrived at the pinnacle of their careers through two things: Working with solid determination towards ...
Views: 1010 - Difference between topper and You! - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2020 from Sri TulasiWhat’s the difference between a topper and you? A topper has focus and you don’t. A topper is clear about his goals and you are not. A topper is persistent and you are not. A topper never waste his time and your favorite app is instagram. When you are listening to Sandeep Maheswari they ...
Views: 1009(1 vote) - Good Soft Skills key to Success - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Rashmi PriyaCurrent education employ-ability gap in India is very challenging. Every individual is busy adding more and more qualifications in their resume. They just want a job by hook or by crook and rest else doesn't matters. It is ripe time that a candidate looks within himself and finds out, is it only ...
Views: 1009 - Mind Poop - by Submitted on May 12, 2013 from Joe VitaleYou’ve probably heard the phrase, “He’ll get over it.” It’s usually said after someone has been hurt by a statement. The person who said it will rationalize, “They’ll get over it.” But will they? For decades now, I’ve been doing my best to encourage people to go for their dreams. When ...
Views: 1009 - Living la vie des 40's - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Dawn K AldrichAs a teenager, I could not wait to be 21. I just had to get there and life would be on. No thought of the years to come especially giving that 30 and beyond seemed so far away and old. I could not imagine what being 40 would be like as I found that being in my 30's was actually not such a big ...
Views: 1008 - Giving Boldly - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2009 from Angie HewerdineOne of our biggest challenges is giving. For people whose lives are spent immersed in the scarcity mentality, driven by a system that perpetuates wealth, greed and competition to the exclusion of all else, it can be difficult to pry ourselves out from under the weight of so many oppressive ...
Views: 1007(1 vote) - Using Gratitude to Change Your Attitude - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierUsing gratitude to change your attitude is such a simple and very effective jewel for self discovery. What we focus on we create more of because energy follows awareness. Using gratitude to change your attitude works by switching your focus from what is not working to what you are grateful ...
Views: 1007 - Dr. Romance on Your Job on Earth - by Submitted on May 11, 2018 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: It's easy to get discouraged when we become aware of the suffering throughout the world: natural disasters; racial prejudice; addiction and self-destruction; political oppression in its many forms (starvation, war, torture, misinformation, imprisonment, denial of ...
Views: 1006 - Surrender to Transform: Insights on the Transition Process - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2019 from Dominique MasSuddenly, I felt present. Here I was, looking in the mirror at this radiant woman, with a smile, with tenderness and with love. I shook my head and felt so light. My shoulders were back and there was so much space! My face was clear, open, happy. “Isn’t it amazing how much lighter you ...
Views: 1005 - 6 Ways To Manage Passive Aggressive’s At Work - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Pamela CournoyerBackstabbing? Sarcasm? Blaming others? Lame excuses? Dragging behind on projects? Overly sweet? A coworker guarantee she will be somewhere and never show up, without a word about it? I think you get the picture; Passive aggressive behavior is prevalent in so many workplaces and many of us are ...
Views: 1004 - Be Free In The Problem before You Become Free Of The Problem - by Submitted on May 11, 2016 from Frosty WooldridgeProblems! Everybody experiences them. You might call “life challenges” your classroom for living. If you notice---every movie, play, sitcom, drama, thriller and adventure story features problems for the protagonist to face and overcome. Life deals everyone antagonists to overcome. Every ...
Views: 1002(1 vote) - How to Achieve Better Results with Effective Time Management Skills - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2016 from CJ MosesIf you are currently doing internet marketing or even thinking about it, you should definitely be developing time management skills. Marketing your business online and having a good sense of time management skills go hand in hand. It’s all so very necessary if you want to be on top of your ...
Views: 1002 - Motivation: You're A Glass of Water - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2016 from Ricardo OrtizAs you hold your glass of water in hand and peek inside it crystal clear water where dreams are held. Inside that cup of water is the one thing you want most in life. Walk around with your glass of water hold it tightly in hand so you can test yourself, prove to yourself that nothing inside ...
Views: 1002 - Dr. Romance: Four Steps to Success - by Submitted on May 29, 2018 from Tina TessinaIn my private counseling practice, writes Dr. Romance, clients often tell me, “I want to be happy!” We then set about making it a reality. As a psychotherapist, I know that your habits, your relationships, your environment, and especially what you think about them determine ...
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