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- 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 ...
Views: 1001(1 vote) - Finding Neverland - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Rob MaharryThis was written for a Son and then the understanding that it was written also for the writer, for the neighbor and for anyone who has wondered. It was written for all of us who have experienced regret, loss or the pursuit of something not really known. It is for all of us that it is posted ...
Views: 1001 - How to Attract Success From Within - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Rich MiltonIf you are successful right now you must know these facts—but like the rest of us who are still trying, a simple hope is what we knew. There are hundreds of possibilities around us waiting for our attention. And those who are successful in their own rights have found its possibilities for ...
Views: 1001 - How To Change Anything - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Sybil SmithHow To Change Anything In my work, I talk with people every day about the things that hold them back from creating the life they want to have. These things range from thoughts of dis-empowerment, feelings of depression or fear, to behaviors like procrastination and avoidance. When I tell them ...
Views: 1001(2 votes) - How To Scale Your Earnings Beyond The Limitations Of Your Time (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2013 from Tom PolandThere are fewer topics I get asked more about than Scalability. Let’s start by getting some clarity around what I mean by the concept. It’s a term that I adopted into the business world from the computer industry. There are two online dictionary definitions for Scalability, both of them ...
Views: 1001(1 vote) - Is there enough fun in your life? Quiz - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Mhairi Gordon-PrestonWhile we might think of fun as something for kids, it's also fundamental for adults. Fun is great for its own sake, for generating happy hormones and for helping heal earlier hurts. Fun & laughter are also excellent for boosting motivation, raising determination & improving health for today ...
Views: 1001 - Making a Difference - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Marc FreyMaking a difference can be difficult and it can be easy at the same time. It is difficult when we think “What could I possibly do to make a difference. I don’t have much to offer?” It is easy when we just lend a helping hand wherever we see an opportunity to do so and in whatever way we can. ...
Views: 1001 - New Years Resolutions? I think not! - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Barbara CroceI am not a big fan of New Year’s Resolutions… People get all revved up and it lasts a few hours, days or maybe weeks, but eventually, most people quit and they wind up thinking of themselves as quitters. No will power. Losers. New Year’s resolutions set people up for failure is you ask me. ...
Views: 1001 - BE HAPPY BABE! - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Sheila Pearlby Sheila Pearl, M.S.W. How are you feeling today? What is your energetic state of being today? How do you see your life today? Are you content, restless, depressed, sad, numb, happy, excited? Whatever your answer, I've learned that it's entirely your choice. It took a series of ...
Views: 1000 - Don’t Wait For Miracles To Happen - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2014 from Robert SpadingerIf you are not happy with certain aspects and circumstances in your life, change them rather than waiting for miracles to happen. You are a creator and you already have everything you need to create a life that’s filled with love, happiness, abundance, peace and freedom. Maybe it won’t be ...
Views: 1000 - Knowledge: The Ultimate Weapon - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Amr AbbasMany people underestimate knowledge and some will even pretend that they know everything. Some people will go to limits where they do not seek to learn anymore and instead they will stay where they stop learning and go far into their belief that they know about everything. But before you ...
Views: 1000(1 vote) - Leap To Find Your Bonus - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Debra Woog,I heard too much yakking about Leap Day (February 29) being an “extra” day this year. A “bonus” day. A day to do something special. Every time I heard this notion from someone in person, on the phone, or on the media, I wanted to scream, “Don’t you get it? Every day is a bonus day!” Perhaps ...
Views: 1000 - Until You Own It - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Carrie GreeneCan you sell something that you don't own or don't have the legal right to? No, of course not. Yet, I see entrepreneurs try to do it every day. Entrepreneurs sell themselves. They sell their vision, their skills, and their products. So what's the problem? Of course they have the ...
Views: 1000 - Living On Your Own: Is the Timing Right? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Jonathan SparksThink about it, living on your own can give a great sense of freedom and certainty, however the cost might be prohibitive. In fact, it could be more expensive than you predict. Usually when a young person prepares to leave the comfort and guidance of their parents household, they do it with out ...
Views: 999(2 votes) - Why write about self improvement? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2015 from Kenneth LindBecause I know how much better life can be with a few adjustments. I have experienced it. I believe there are people who will greatly enjoy experiencing it too. I am not Albert Einstein, Bill Gates, Sam Walton, the Dalai Lama, I am the guy next door and if I can do it, you can do it. You have ...
Views: 999 - Great Inspirational Quotes- Your 2 Minute Attitude Changer - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Rhod JonesGreat inspirational quotes about life, achievement, conquest and success have been something that I’ve used to comfort, inspire and motivate me throughout my adult life. Any time I’d be feeling down, overwhelmed, worried or stressed then reading some inspirational quotes would always lift the ...
Views: 997 - Managing the Back-to-School Jitters - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2013 from Nikhil KhandekarYour children's education is a top priority for you. You realize that only a great education can arm them with the tools they'll inevitably need to live happily, securely, maturely, and meaningfully. You toil night and day to help them make it happen - for over half your life. And yet, there ...
Views: 997 - Do You Dismiss Varying Ideas? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2019 from Elinor StutzWhen we quickly dismiss varying ideas, sales are lost. Planning and client meetings offer opportunities for agreement. The lack of understanding frequently leaves us worse off. Most people miss out on the opportunity to practice negotiation skills. My Story There is a need in ...
Views: 996 - Twenty Personal Choices Determine How Happy You Are - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2019 from Randi FineTwenty Choices You Can Make to Increase Happiness In our pursuit of happiness we must first realize and accept that being happy is a deliberate choice; a choice we make every moment of every day. There are many strategies to help make attaining that goal possible. Following is a list of ...
Views: 996 - Rent tables for various events - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2014 from Agnes MarylinnYou all know that renting furniture becomes essential when you are in the midst of something. It happens that tomorrow you are going to have your children's marriage or want to relocate your home. In such cases, do you think it is wise enough to buy a whole set of new and costly furniture. Hope ...
Views: 995 - Stop Allowing Distraction to be your Master - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Andrew HortonStop Allowing Distraction to be your Master Keynote Speakers The information overload you are pummeled with every day is the most dangerous threat to your productivity and effectiveness. The amount of information available is exploding, there are more than 2 billion emails sent every day, ...
Views: 995(1 vote) - 3 Biggest Downsides of Bad Credit - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2018 from John McConnellIdeally, all of the decisions we make in life involve consideration of both the pros and the cons of the possible outcomes. For example, the decision to eat a piece of chicken past its expiration date should be based not just on the potential for a tasty dinner, but also the potential for a ...
Views: 993 - Are You Asking the Right People for Relationship or Marriage Advice? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Edie KayWould you go to an auto mechanic to ask for advice about the frequent chest pains you've been experiencing? How about seeking out your favorite hair stylist to have her help you determine why your fuel tank is leaking? If you're looking to get a large return on a real estate investment deal ...
Views: 993 - Be Prepared for YES - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2019 from Wm. Hovey SmithBe Prepared for YES Proper prior preparation prevents piss poor performance. Rule of the seven “Ps,” U.S. Army, c. 1970 and possibly long before. At a hospitality suite during a two-day business seminar, those hosting the event are obviously promoting their products to the attendees. ...
Views: 993 - How I Made the Choice To Be Positive - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from dherbs dherbsYou know, Dear Reader, one day I just woke up and consciously realized I had a choice in how I would be in thought, attitude, and actions and I consciously decided that I was going to be a positive person day in and day out and that no matter what happened in my life, no matter what problem or ...
Views: 993(1 vote) - Success = Lose the Ego, Get Started, Keep Moving! - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Meridith Elliott PowellSuccess today is not something that happens to other people; it is not out of your grasp; believe me, the deck is not stacked against you; and yes, no matter your definition, if you want it (success), you can have it! A few weeks ago I was up early fixing coffee, and I had just turned the ...
Views: 992 - Various Versions of Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2020 from William CottringerVarious Versions of Happiness By Bill Cottringer “Happiness is what you do to stumble upon it.” ~The Author. The pursuit of happiness is something we all engage in, to some degree or another. And the last I heard, it is still an inalienable constitutional right of Americans and ...
Views: 992 - When Being Arrogant is a Good Thing - by Submitted on May 20, 2015 from Ricky O' SheaI have always been a big believer in modesty and keeping an even keel (emotionally), whether you are experiencing great success or painful failure. Many people would agree that a modest person has an inner confidence that does not need to be flaunted; a sign of strong character. At the same ...
Views: 992 - Are You Bonking Your Head? - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Julia JamesLast spring, a Robin flew against my window in the morning, luckily the Robin survived, but strangely he didn’t learn from its painful experience. The Robin immediately flew against the window again and again and again.I was truly puzzled by this little bird’s behaviour. I searched the ...
Views: 991 - Broken Eggs and Shattered Glass . . . with my sincere thanks to those late night pranksters! - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Keith ReadyOn a recent Saturday evening at around midnight, my wife and I were just about to turn out the light and go to sleep when we heard the sounds of a group of people talking in the street, outside our home. Then out of the blue came two loud thuds above our bedroom window, followed by the noise of ...
Views: 991 - Miracle Comeback from Brain Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Leonard KaineWhat does an old Navy Fighter Pilot, who’s an ex-airline pilot and the president of a very successful international charity do after being stricken by a brain aneurysm? Well, he could have rolled up into a little ball and quit right then. But Len Kaine is no quitter … never was … never will ...
Views: 991(3 votes) - Secrets to Passion for Success - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Sandra SmithWhat is the secret to passion and how do you get it? Well, the answer isn’t what you think. Don’t think about how to get it, because you already have it. Think about where to find it. Where to Find Passion The secret is that passion is buried deep in your joy and happiness. In other ...
Views: 991 - **Why Not Create The Life You Want? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2021 from Judi MoreoDon’t think for a moment that you aren’t creative! You are creating your life right now, one day at a time. You have created our life as it is. Maybe not intentionally! But you have created it through the choices that you have made up until now. So, why not create the life you want? ...
Views: 990 - Business Resources: Knowing Your Target Market - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2012 from Gail EdgellThe first thing anyone should focus upon when starting their business is their niche. But for some reason, most entrepreneurs skip right over this step. It is one of the most critical things you will ever do in business for the mere fact you are focusing your marketing efforts, therefore ...
Views: 990 - Man's Search for Meaning: The Power of Attitude - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Rick Kanary"We who lived in concentration camps can remember the men who walked through the huts comforting others, giving away their last piece of bread. They may have been few in number, but they offer sufficient proof that everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of human freedoms—to ...
Views: 990 - ***I Was the Weight Loss Success Story - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2014 from Erin LevineI had started to lose weight in January of 2013. Going to the gym, watching what I eat, but not counting my calories. I went to Japan and when I came back I was in full swing once again. Hitting the gym 5 days a week. Exactly one year ago tomorrow, I joined MyFitnessPal. I was counting my ...
Views: 989 - Happiness at Work? Is it Possible? Yes, if You Know the Nuances of Happiness - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Karla BrandauDo you ever feel lethargic and lost at work? Do you ever feel vulnerable and powerless, like a tiny cog in a huge machine? Do you wish that you could be truly happy at work? “Happiness at work is elusive,” says psychiatrist Dr. Kerry J. Sulkowicz. Sulkowicz teaches that a better goal is to ...
Views: 988 - 7 Skills You Can Learn for a Living, without Going to College - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2016 from Caitlyn BellNowadays, it’s difficult to find a stable job that really pays well. In the past, people with college degrees were assured of getting hired for high-paying jobs. Today, even those with master’s degrees find it hard to land a job. Moreover, those who have already been working for so long are also ...
Views: 987 - All of Life - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Rhonda SimpsonDeath was my teacher last night. Our thirteen-year-old retriever passed into the other world, leaving a hole in our hearts that words cannot describe. And as I continue to grieve and am longing to hold her, a handful of questions continue to rise. Did I love her completely? Did I embrace her ...
Views: 987(2 votes) - Our Innate Desire to Quit When the Going Gets Tough - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Hyrum R. EstradaI have seen a pattern amongst many people in life; the pattern of quitting when times get tough. Quitting is perhaps one of the easiest things to do because it requires no effort at all. Quitting on your business, quitting school, quitting relationships, quitting on goals that you are ...
Views: 987(2 votes) - ***Use Your Attitude to Create a Triumphant Life - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2009 from John AOVOne day back in 1997 my phone rang. It was Dr. Arthur Caliandro, the head minister of Marble Collegiate Church in New York. Dr. Caliandro asked me if I would be interested in writing his next book with him. We met, we hit it off beautifully, and I ended up writing not one, but two books with ...
Views: 986 - Dr. Romance on how Couples Can Cooperate for Success - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2018 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: You have probably entered relationships madly in love, convinced that your feelings for each other were so strong your dream would carry you through the tough times, but wound up feeling more like you were living in a nightmare than a dream, struggling with conflicting ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Keeping Up With 2011 - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Dawn K AldrichOne week into the New Year and you are motivated, now it's the third week and you're still excited. This is it! This is the year you will shed those excess pounds once and for all. It may be the year to give up drinking alcohol, smoking, using or abusing drugs, engaging in unsafe sex, fighting, ...
Views: 986 - The Kindness Alternative - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Lucy Grace YaldezianThere were three bumper stickers on the huge, black SUV. The one I could read the most easily said, “Your mortgage is not my responsibility.” As I pulled alongside the SUV at a stoplight, I absently glanced at the driver. Fierce eyes in a scowling face met mine with such a glare that it ...
Views: 986 - A - Z of Getting The Life You Want, A - Acknowledge Your Achievements - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Encouraging ExcellenceIt sounds so simple, doesn't it? Of course we're going to acknowledge our achievements, but all too often we don't. We wait until we've achieved a big goal, like buying a house, getting engaged, graduating college or starting a new job. What about all the little achievements? How often do we ...
Views: 985(1 vote) - Mental Attitude - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Kevin LongSuccess is in the blood. There are men whose fate can never keep them down, they march forward in a confident manner, and take by divine right the best of everything that the earth gives. But their success is not attained by means of the Samuel Smiles-Connecticut policy. They do not lie in ...
Views: 985 - A - Z of Getting The Life You Want, C - Conquer Your Conflicts - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Encouraging ExcellenceThis one will either make perfect sense or annoy the hell out of you. When I was first exposed to this concept the language I used is most certainly not repeatable. I just could not see how anyone could make such a statement and not back it up with a "how-to" process. I was well aware that I ...
Views: 984(1 vote) - Becoming a Rainmaker - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Scott HunterBecoming a Rainmaker ISSUE: Many people relate to marketing as some "bitter pill" that must be swallowed. This is unfortunate because with the present economic climate, i.e. the decreasing volume of work and the increasing competition, business development is critical and becoming at least ...
Views: 983 - Change is Good...Your Life Depends on It! - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2011 from bud inzerChange is Good …Your Life depends on it! By Bud Inzer Here’s an open secret—change is frightening. We don’t want to feel the sting of it but we want the new possibilities it might bring. Woody Allen tells a joke that speaks of this human dilema: a man speaking to a psychiatrist about his ...
Views: 983(1 vote) - Becoming Your Own Mood Expert - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Lee OdescalchiDo you know that, by using some easy-to-apply tools, you can have a profound positive effect on your mood? If you practice my principles consistently, you won’t believe what a game-changer they are. ALL of us experience moments of highs and lows. They’re a natural part of life. What I’m talking ...
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