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New View, New You, New Life - by Rob White5 Primal Principles of Communication - by Rob White- Free Speech: Are Facts Too Offensive In Today's World? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone has the need to say something, it doesn’t mean that they will say what is on their mind. And what can define whether or not they speak up is if what they have to say is politically correct. A Risk Now, what they could find is that it is safe for them to express what is on their ...
Views: 1237 - Emotionally Reactive: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Be Emotionally Reactive? - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperOne person could hear something and respond in one way, and another person could hear the same thing and respond in a completely different manner. Consequently, this is going to show that they have interpreted it differently. One Response After hearing something, one person could soon ...
Views: 1383 - People Pleasing: Can The Fear Of Being Harmed Cause Someone To Please Others? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperOne of the reasons why someone would get into self-development is because they have the need to please others. What this will show is that they are aware of what is wrong and this is then why they have been able to take the next step. One Step Behind Yet, if one hasn’t reached this ...
Views: 1133 - Claiming the Last Days of Summer - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2017 from Kelley KosowI came across this message in Debbie Ford's newsletter archive and it was such a poignant and powerful reminder of the preciousness of each day that I couldn't resist sharing it with you in these final weeks of Summer. Enjoy! Claiming the Last Days of Summer by Debbie Ford August 9, ...
Views: 898 - Emotional Regulation: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Be Emotionally Dependent? - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone has the ability to regulate their own emotions, they are not going to be used to being overwhelmed by them. And even if they were to find themselves in a position where they were unable to handle what is taking place within them, it doesn’t mean that they would suffer in silence. ...
Views: 1144 - Free Speech: Are People With Emotional Problems Being Used To Control Others? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIt seems that there is a not a moment that goes by when someone isn’t offended about something. In fact, it could be said that this has become a competition for some people, and the person who is the most offended is the one who wins the prize. This might not be completely accurate though, ...
Views: 1281 - Relationships: Are The People Who Try To Do Everything By Themselves Developmentally Stunted? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are people who realise that they can’t do everything by themselves, there are others who have a different outlook. When someone can relate to the former, they are going to accept the fact that they are an interdependent human being. Reaching Out As a result of this, there ...
Views: 1271 - Celebrities: Do Certain Celebrities Normalise Attention Seeking Behaviour? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, there are a number of ways for someone to become famous, and this has opened the door to people from all walks of life. Said another way, it is no longer necessary for someone to have real talent; they can end up in the public eye for other reasons. Reality TV What has ...
Views: 1250 - Boundaries: Does Someone Lack Boundaries When They Don't Let Other People Speak? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to have a conversion with a friend or a family member, for instance, there will be what they say and what the other person says. What this comes down to is that one will talk and they will listen. Two Parts This doesn’t mean that they will speak for a certain amount of time ...
Views: 1168 - Best Sensors and Detectors on the Market - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from Eileen O'ShanassyWhen you have a family, own a house, or have prized possessions, you want them to be safe at all times. This means when you leave your house and family for work or a business trip, you expect them to be happy and safe until your return. However, you cannot always count on hope when it comes to ...
Views: 2052 - Social Justice Warriors: Are Social Justice Warriors Emotionally Undeveloped? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one stays up to date with what is taking place in the world and/or if they use social media, they may be familiar with the term ‘social justice warrior’ or SJW for short. One way of looking at this would be to say that this is someone who is trying to make a difference in the ...
Views: 1208 - Relationships: Is It A Good Idea For Someone To Ask Themselves Why They Want To Rescue Another Person? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one had a friend who was going through a challenging time, they might look into what they could do to assist them. This could be a time when they will listen to what is going on for them and offer their advice. Then again, this might not be enough, and they could offer to take them out ...
Views: 986 - Emotional Expression: Can The Fear Of Abandonment Stop Someone From Expressing How They Feel? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone wanted to explain something to another person, there are a number of ways for them to do so. It could be said that the most important thing will be for them to use words, as this will allow them to be understood. In addition to this, they can use their body and their emotions. ...
Views: 1165 - Porn: Does Porn Have A Negative Effect On Men And Women? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone wanted to relieve themselves sexually in the past, they may have had a magazine or a paper to look through. This probably would have meant that at least one person would have seen them buy it. There is the chance that this was not something that bothered them, or it might not ...
Views: 1543 - Critical Thinking: Is It A Good Idea For Someone To See A Psychic/Tarot Reader? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is going through a challenging time or if they are just confused about something, they might end up asking a friend/family member for advice. This could be because they see them as someone who can help. A Special Bond At the same time, it might come down to the fact that they ...
Views: 1218 - True-Self: Does Someone Need To Feel Safe In Order To Express Their True-Self? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen the term ‘true-self’ is mentioned, it can sound a bit air fairy, and it could be said that this it to be expected. One thing that can come to mind for someone is that human beings don’t have a self that is fixed. It Doesn’t Exist It is then not as of it is going to be possible for ...
Views: 1176 - From Loathing To Loving: A New Relationship With Your Body - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2017 from Kelley KosowAs we move through these summer months, bodies are everywhere! If you tune into daytime TV talk shows, you'll find bikini fashion shows. On the bestseller list, diet books are on the rise. Gyms are full as people keep their beach bodies in shape. This time of year can stir up a lot of shadows -- ...
Views: 1866 - Yes, you gotta believe in yourself. BUT... - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayBelieve in yourself, by all means. But that in itself will not get you anywhere near your goals.Believe in yourself. Ah, how quaintly those three words ring throughout our collective childhood memories. And for many a good reason. They're age-old wisdom, really. You know how some people ...
Views: 1184 - Is it true that we can choose how we react? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayIt is often said that we cannot choose what happens to us, but we can choose how we react to it. While the idea itself is probably way older, the above quote is often ascribed to the Greek Stoic philosopher Epictetus (55-135 C.E.). Specifically, he stated the following: “Our opinions ...
Views: 1107 - Do I have a choice? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayDo I have a choice? Man, there’s a question that’s been bugging me for years. And I know it’s been bugging many of you, as well. It’s a question closely related to the matter of confidence. Because confident people have a mindset of abundance, possibilities and proactivity. Whereas ...
Views: 1128 - Are you playing the victim? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayWhen I set out on my great escape from depression towards a confident life, one of the hardest things to realize was that I had a habit of unconsciously playing the victim. A habit that I needed to outright slaughter if I was going to get confidence, and get where I wanted to be. This goes ...
Views: 1064 - Confidence: Why loving yourself isn't enough - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayThroughout life itself, from cradle to grave — and especially often in the world of self-help and (confidence) coaching — we’re often told to love ourselves. And yes, we totally should. Questioning this principle seems counter-intuitive. Why wouldn’t loving yourself be a means to an ...
Views: 1492 - 5 stupid excuses for giving up - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayThere’s a saying that goes: “If it’s important to you, you'll find a way. If not, you'll find an excuse.” Boom. Love it. If a project is neither necessary or interesting for you anymore, there’s no shame in abandoning it. But otherwise, there are only excuses for giving up on working ...
Views: 1160 - Giving up is for losers - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayIf you ever feel like giving up, here’s a little something to think about: What do 100% of everyone who give up have in common? Please read on as you ponder this question. When I claim that ‘giving up is for losers’, I’m not being pretentiously cynical. On the contrary, I’m being as ...
Views: 1813 - Migrant Crisis: Is It Easier For Celebrities To Show Compassion To The Migrants? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one pays attention to the mainstream media and/or uses social media, they may have heard about a number of celebrities who have shared their views on the migrant crisis. In fact, they may have heard a number of them talk about this on more than one occasion. Connected What this shows ...
Views: 1156 - Making Good Times Out of Bad: the Ken Nwadike Story - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Noelle NelsonOnce upon a time, there was a man who wanted desperately to run in the 2014 Boston Marathon – as many runners did - for the simple reason that it was the first Boston Marathon after the dreadful 2013 bombing. But the Boston Marathon is different from most marathons, in that you have to qualify ...
Views: 1525 - Free Speech: Is The Western World Walking On Eggshells? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one lives in America and they are against Donald Trump, or if they live in the United Kingdom and they were against Brexit, it could be said that there would be no reason for them to keep their views to themselves. They could share their views with their friends and online, and there is a ...
Views: 1177 - Child Abuse: Do Some People Go From Being Abused By Their Parents To Abusing Their Parents? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that not everyone is brought up by parents who treat them in the right way, and this can have a big effect on how they will experience life as an adult. For some people, this would have been a time when they were abused on a regular basis, for others, this would have taken place ...
Views: 1475 - Offended: Can Being Sensitive Set Someone Up To Be Offended By Just About Everything? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperOn the one hand, there are people who are rarely, if ever, offended, and on the other, there are people who are offended by just about everything. This is something that is going to have a big effect on how they experience life. One Side When one can relate to the former, it is going to ...
Views: 1035 - Discrimination: Is Discrimination Good Or Bad? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to hear about someone who is being treated unfairly, they could end up feeling angry about what is taking place. This could relate to someone who, because of their gender, was turned down from a job. Alternatively, this person may have read the job description and found out that ...
Views: 1262 - Relationships: Do Some People's Childhoods Cause Them To Close Their Heart? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that while there are people who are in touch with how they feel, there are those who are not. As a result of this, there is going to be a big difference when it comes to how they experience life. A Whole Human Being When one is in touch with how they feel, it is likely ...
Views: 1015 - WHY YOU NEED TO CHANGE - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2017 from Janet PfeifferPeople become defensive at the thought of someone telling them or implying that they must change. "I am who I am; take it or leave it" is often the response. "I'm not changing for anyone. Except me for who I am or don't be in my life." While many view these comments as signs of self-confidence - ...
Views: 1710 - Critical Thinking: Is It Normal For Children To Have Gender Identity Issues? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn recent years, a lot has been said about children who have gender identity issues. It doesn’t end there though, as a lot of exposure has been given to adults who are also going through the same experience. Confusion If one has heard a lot about this, they could wonder what is going on, ...
Views: 1296 - Inclusive Culture Requires Courage, Curiosity and Collaboration - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2017 from Pat Heydlauff“The best places to work are those that foster an inclusive culture – one where differences are celebrated and our people can be themselves and feel at home.” This was recently tweeted by Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, which comprises more than 400 companies. Branson ...
Views: 1478 - Emotionally Sensitive Body: Do Some People Have An Emotionally Sensitive Body? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was in a position where they spend a lot of time feeling drained, they might end up looking into what they eat. Along with this, they could take the time to see if they are getting enough sleep. The Logical Approach One way of looking at this would be to say that this is the kind ...
Views: 1260 - Self-Worth: Can Someone Feel Inadequate Around People Who Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time around the people in their life, they may find that they generally feel good about themselves. And through feeling this way when they are around them, it is likely to mean that they will feel good when their time together comes to an end. Another Outcome Yet, if this ...
Views: 1087 - Critical Thinking: Do Some People See The President/Prime Minister As Some Kind Of Parental Figure? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperBefore an election takes place, each candidate will do what they can to get people to vote for them; with their intention being to be the next president/prime minster. This is not to say that every candidate has a chance though, as it is not going to be this black and white. The ...
Views: 1142 - Self-Worth: Why Do Some People Feel Worthless When They Lose Their Looks? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about what the modern day world values, beauty and youth may come to mind. And even if other things cross their mind, it will be only too clear how important these things are. One Step Further While it has been this way for quite some time, it could be said that this ...
Views: 1152 - 5 Moral Failures That Will Ruin Your Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from Rachael MurpheyEthics can define who you are. Before falling asleep, you will have to find a way to tell yourself that you are a good person. But there are some moral failures that are so harmful that it becomes very difficult to maintain your self-esteem. Betraying Someone You Love “Love” is defined by ...
Views: 2200(1 vote) - Social Media: Is A Tragedy Another Way For Someone To Gain Attention Online? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen something bad takes place in today’s world, it might not be long until millions of people know about it. This is because something can be shared on a social media site, and within a matter of minutes, it can be seen by people from all over the world. In the past, people would have had ...
Views: 1018 - Best Martial Arts for Learning Self Defense - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2017 from Shae HollandAn unfortunate fact of today’s society is that you could potentially be attacked at any time. Whether it be a mugging gone wrong or first-degree assault, you should be prepared to diffuse a dangerous situation, which sometimes involves handling and disarming an attacker. Learning a martial art ...
Views: 1621 - Relationships: Are Friends The People We Have In Our Life Who Try To Change Us? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about the people in their life who they are close to, they may find that these people accept them as they are. Consequently, this will allow them to feel at ease when they are in their presence. True-Self Through being this way, one will be able to express who they ...
Views: 1400 - Critical Thinking: Why Do Some White People Hate Themselves? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one pays attention to the mainstream media and/or spends time on different social media sites, they may have come across at least one white person who blames their entire race for all the problems in the world. It is then going to be clear that they are ashamed of the colour of their own skin ...
Views: 1538 - Relationships: Does The Fear Of Rejection Cause Some Men To Please Women? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how men behave around women, there are two types of behaviour that are often spoken about. On one side, there is the man who acts as though he doesn’t care and, on the other, there is the man who cares too much. Two Sides There is then a spectrum, and a man can be on ...
Views: 2348 - Child Abuse: Why Do Abusive Parents Always Talk About How Good Other Children Are? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhile a parent can offer encouragement and acknowledge what their child is good at, they can also behave in a different manner. Instead, they can criticise their child for what they can’t do and overlook what they can do. A Negative Effect The child is then going to be brought up by ...
Views: 1331 - Boundaries: Can Someone Let Other People Walk Over Them When They Hate Themselves? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperThere are a number of things that will make it easier for one to live a fulfilling life, and having boundaries is one them. It will then be possible for one to be able to stand up for themselves and to be around the right people. Protection One is then not just going to be able to spend ...
Views: 1226 - GOOD L~U~C DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from Janet PfeifferLast week, I spoke before a group of business professionals about dealing with difficult people. It seems that no matter where we are in life, whether at home with our families, in social settings, at work, or just out and about, we encounter challenging and obnoxious people. The first issue we ...
Views: 1666 - Only time will tell you ... until you tell time - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2017 from Julia Dudley NajiebIt’s not easy trying to figure out how to plan one’s life; before you know it, five years have gone by in a flash. And in a moment, 10 more will pass. How can we stop an influx of time that just keeps going whether we are on board or not? We can’t! But living with the linear frienemy ...
Views: 1271 - Relationships: It Is A Good Idea To Put Someone On A Pedestal? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhile one can see other people as being on the same level as they are, they can also see them as being on another level. When this happens it is not going to matter that someone is simply another human being, as they will be seen as being far more. Two Levels One is then going to be on ...
Views: 1163 - Social Media: Does Social Media Allow People To Create Their Own Shrine? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to go into a populated area in the west and to ask a number of people if they are religious, they may find that a common theme begins to appear. This could be a time when they will that see that not many people believe in or worship a god or a number of gods. A Strange Reaction ...
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