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- You Don't Have to Be a 1-Percenter to Enjoy Retirement, Retired Nurse Discovers - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Susan KlopferRetirement planning means far more than addressing money issues, Jane C told me. The retired nurse expected to feel happy upon retirement, but found herself, instead, "just miserable nearly every day." Sitting at her kitchen table, drinking a cool ice tea, Jane told me her story. As a ...
Views: 2096(2 votes) - You Don't Have to Be a 1-Percenter to Enjoy Retirement, Retired Nurse Discovers - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Susan KlopferRetirement planning means far more than addressing money issues, Jane C told me. The retired nurse expected to feel happy upon retirement, but found herself, instead, "just miserable nearly every day." Sitting at her kitchen table, drinking a cool ice tea, Jane told me her story. As a ...
Views: 2096(2 votes) - Some Retirees Make Extra Money By Speaking, Selling Books, Reports at Back of the Room - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Susan KlopferARE YOU A retiree who is looking for something intriguing and fun to do, while making extra money? If your answer is yes, you are not alone. In fact, most older employees (65 percent) recently told researchers they would like to have some form of work in their retirement, according to a 2011 ...
Views: 2155(1 vote) - Instead Of Fearing Change, Focus On Its Positive Aspects - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Beate CheletteIt has been a tough year for almost everyone, but doesn’t if feel as if things are moving forward again? The financial markets are recovering, housing prices are stabilizing and now we would like nothing better than getting back to conducting business as usual. The only problem is: That is ...
Views: 3038(1 vote) - Innovation: The Power of “How” - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Valencia RayInnovation can happen in a “Two-Degree Shift,” meaning the answer you seek could be right in your face… if you could only perceive it! Have you ever heard the old adage, “If it was a snake it would have bit me?” (meaning what you were looking for was right in front of you, but you did not see ...
Views: 1202(1 vote) - Letting Go of the Stress: OM… OM… OMG! - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Jamee TenzerToday I started a 21 Day meditation challenge for the 12th time. Not sure if the meditation is the challenge, or if the real challenge is me and my total inability to be still and think of nothing, for 20 minutes. The first day I attempted meditation, I fell asleep. I then let a few days ...
Views: 1331 - The 3 Ps that Keep You Struggling and Broke - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2012 from Marcy StahlDo you feel like you're stuck and you haven't been moving forward financially? If so, you're probably suffering from the 3 Ps. I see these 3 Ps over and over again, in my clients, in women I meet at networking events, and to some degree in myself. 1. Perfectionism is the first P. Boy, do I ...
Views: 1610(1 vote) - Practicing Self-Care: Women are We Killing Ourselves in the Name of Love? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2012 from Lynda KlauDr. Lynda Klau A Call to All Women: more than ever, we need to choose Self-Care as our first priority in order to fulfill our potential. Dear Woman, -Are you more “burned out” than you realize, running on empty most of the time? -Are you too drained to be truly present with the closest ...
Views: 1742 - Your Man Is Not Your Retirement Plan - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Sharon ODayNo, your man is not your retirement plan. Tough words, I know. But, regardless how great your relationship is with the man in your life, recognize that there are three undeniable realities that make it critical that you be able to stand on your own two feet. Three Undeniable ...
Views: 2356(3 votes) - Navigating You And Me With Love And Compassion: The Two-Sided Silver Lining - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Ragini MichaelsEveryday Dilemma: Even though I’m exhausted, should I push myself to keep that independence that makes me feel really competent and good? Or, should I just relax today and enjoy depending on family and friends for all the wonderful things they bring me? When I was growing up, the silver ...
Views: 1378 - Would you rather move a mountain or climb one? - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Jake TuschinskiToday I read a quote, “Mountains are made for movin’ not just sitting there lookin’ pretty! So get out there & get to movin’!” With that thought you will work your butt off. Seriously! Where is the progress in moving a mountain? Where the heck are we to move that mountain? Remember that life ...
Views: 1280 - Tuning Ourselves - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Carolin HauserWe are living in extraordinary times right now and are all asked to step up and surrender at the same time. I have to be honest with you today. We are all struggling right now big time. I am in it too. Why is that and why is it important for you to know this and read this ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - Why Setting Goals Is So Important - by Submitted on May 30, 2012 from Beate CheletteWe usually think of the New Year as the time to set goals and figure out what we want to achieve. But right now is a good time to check in on those goals and determine if they’re realistic and attainable. Of course there are the obvious ones: you want to be happy, have fun, improve personal ...
Views: 3452 - Innovation: Do You “In-Joy” Your Work? - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Valencia RayToday, let's talk about an innovative idea: "in-joy" your work by bringing joy to your work instead of seeking to extract joy from your work. Stop looking for joy and happiness in all the wrong places. What is a "wrong place"? Anything that is outside of yourself. Creativity is already within ...
Views: 1252(1 vote) - The World Needs You! - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Marcy StahlI have spent the last couple weeks speaking in-depth with women entrepreneurs about their goals and what’s holding them back. Here’s what I see happening over and over again: women who are playing small. Super-duper, tiny small! Here are some of the ways this can show up in your sales and ...
Views: 1446 - Take Bold, Inspired Actions To Fuel Your Soul (and Fill Your Bank Account) - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Heather DominickLet’s start by getting clear. Taking bold action is what will both fuel your soul and fill your bank account. So how do you do it? It simply takes a willingness to choose to move beyond what is comfortable and to move forward without wavering. At EnergyRICH® we call it being Considerably ...
Views: 1733(1 vote) - Working Out Problems At Work With Effective Communication - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Beate CheletteRecently, I had a spirited discussion with a woman who works for me who had made some mistakes I just had to address. Our exchange was tense at times, and we eventually worked things out, but the most interesting thing to come out of it was what we learned from the experience. Her name is ...
Views: 3115 - How Can I Find Love...And Keep It? - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Merry WiseTell me if this has happened to you? You meet a great guy, you start to fall for him and *poof*! He disappears. Or... you've been seeing each other every weekend and he suddenly has to work this weekend. And the next. And the next. You've been talking on the phone everyday, but one day he ...
Views: 1700(2 votes) - Diversity and Inclusion Begins at the CORE - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Valencia RayDiversity as a consulting arena was not something I was attracted to historically—until now. I notice that it too often seems to be only representation, which is better than nothing, or somewhat anyway. Just to have physical bodies in a room is really not creating a culture of inclusion and ...
Views: 1648 - Success is Yours, Rewrite Your Script Accordingly! - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Paulet BiedermannRewrite Your Script, set the Stage for a Successful Life, on your terms. Living the successful life is both attainable and sustainable by everyone, regardless of creed, race, or social status. The single most influential element of attaining success is to be vigilant in taking control of ...
Views: 1917(3 votes) - How Good Habits Will Improve Your Success - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Beate CheletteHave you ever caught yourself doing something that doesn’t really work, but then you still do it over and over again? I know I have. In our personal and business lives we sometimes find ourselves stuck with ineffective habits—even when we know better. Other times we just do things because we ...
Views: 2753(1 vote) - Change is Inevitable - Learn to Adjust - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Kimberley CohenLife is filled with ups and downs, twists and turns, good and not so good times; that's what makes it interesting and often forces us out of our comfort zones. Frank Herbert said, "Without change, something sleeps inside us, and seldom awakens. The sleeper must awaken." At one time or ...
Views: 2062 - Set your Mindset for Success Instead of Sabotage - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Valencia RayThe mindset “not good enough” or “not enough” is blamed on our brain as if it is the brain’s fault. There’s a great reason why you want to take responsibility for this and not once again blame it on something you think you cannot control. The reason is you are not likely to change what you ...
Views: 1354(3 votes) - ***When the Pregnant Pause Goes into Labor! - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Nancy DanielsRecently I was interviewed on a blog radio program and the host paused so long after every comment I made that I wondered how many listeners she really had. Yes, the internet station of which she is a member has an excellent listenership, but I seriously question whether this particular woman ...
Views: 2433 - ***Just How Good Do You Sound in Your Webinar or Teleseminar? - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Nancy DanielsThat’s a leading question, isn’t it? With teleseminars there is definitely no visual and with webinars, there may be a picture of you, but more than likely, your listeners will be focusing on the visuals; i.e. slides, videos, or webpages as well as the sound of your speaking voice. And, the ...
Views: 2726 - Imagine Your Life - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Jenenne R. MacklinWhat do you imagine for your life. This was a question I recently asked when I was speaking. Some of the responses were “Perfect, fun, prosperous, and peaceful." That was then…but what about you? “Are you really imagining your life the way you want it to be?” Do you think you can? I ...
Views: 2781(1 vote) - How To Tweak Your Thinking - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Beate CheletteThoughts are powerful. They create feelings and take form in our lives in ways we like and don’t like. One of the aspects of my business is that I pay very close attention to my way of thinking. Since I first read the book “The Power of Positive Thinking” in my 20s, I have made an ongoing and ...
Views: 2583 - Help your mother go from blocked to brilliant - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Maria MarYour mother is brilliant, but she is blocked. She is a spiritual, creative woman and she’s made her declaration that she wants to live a life free from the ghosts of the past. She wants to make her dreams come true, to share her gifts with the world. But she’s bumping into an obstacle, and she’s ...
Views: 1720 - Innovation Requires Courage to Confront Reality - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Valencia Ray“Innovation,” “Collaborative Leadership,” and “Trust” are three terms I’m seeing tossed around quite a bit in the articles and books I’m coming across. I agree that we are in need of change—in fact, transformation—but what I’m not seeing much of is how to confront reality. What does it take to ...
Views: 3104(1 vote) - Louder Than Words - by Submitted on May 06, 2012 from Marcy StahlI love words - "I use two packs of words a day" is a great line I heard at a poetry slam. And yet, people derive 60% - 80% of our meaning (our intentional meaning or our unintentional meaning) through something OTHER than our words! Here are just a few words associated with each feeling. ...
Views: 1384 - Girl's Forum - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from Rosemary PriceGirl's forum. One of the reasons people are so keen to use computers now is because they enjoy reading and writing. Sometimes it is possible to combine this with making friends and finding out things, getting support and sharing views. We go onto discussion boards and message boards and forums ...
Views: 1498 - The Six Questions that You Better Get Right - the Answers are the Keys to Your Success. Introduction - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Michell SmithAs a woman in a man’s world, learning to navigate the realm of business and leadership was comparable to charting a course to a yet undiscovered planet in another solar system. Starting out as young entrepreneurs, business success was something we both yearned for, however, knowing what to do ...
Views: 1708 - A Shocking New Revelation About Your Genes - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Judy WidenerThree hundred years ago, Isaac Newton proposed a radical new theory: the human body is a biological machine that responds solely to physical stimuli. Thus, the health of your physical machine is improved with nutrition, exercise and drugs. Accordingly, the mechanistic Central Dogma of ...
Views: 1795 - Find The Magic Again in What You Do - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Beate CheletteThe road traveled can be a tough one. We all go through some pretty heaving things during our lives that can derail us. It’s happened to me several times, and no matter what is going wrong, if I can remember, even for a second, that life is made up of rhythms or phases that come and go, then I ...
Views: 2266 - Controlling Relationships: Why Are Some Men Controlling? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperA common relationship problem in today’s world and one that has been around for many years is control. The form that this behaviour takes may have changed over the ages, but the results are still the same. What is also clear to see is that both men and women can be controlling. However, here ...
Views: 18969 - One of My Biggest Business Lessons - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Marcy StahlOne of my biggest lessons is that my business is constantly showing me where I carry wounds that need healing. And when I heal that wound, I feel great! I'm more secure and grounded in myself; I have more self-confidence. I have much less second-guessing and fewer imaginary conversations with ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - Top Five Emotional Effects of Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Cindy .HolbrookMany women are not prepared for the emotional effects of divorce, especially if they are the one that initiated the separation and divorce. The so-called divorce support they receive from meaningful family and friends often wind up being an “ex” bashing session, which makes her feel worse about ...
Views: 2815 - Stop Playing Victim and Thrive After Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Cindy .HolbrookThe Victim Mode During and after a divorce many women fall prey into the victim mode. While in victim mode a woman will not be able to thrive after divorce. Many women do not even realize that they are doing this and do not see how much harm they are causing themselves. By continuing to play ...
Views: 4868 - The Top 10 Reasons Why Women Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Cindy .HolbrookAccording to the national Center for Health Statistics, the woman files two-thirds of divorce cases. A more amazing statistic is that when the couple are college-educated, divorces initiated by the wife is a whopping 90-percent! What's more interesting that for the past one-hundred years the ...
Views: 3708 - Why Are Divorce Rates Increasing in the United States? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Cindy .HolbrookThe divorce rate in the United States has increased tremendously over the past 75 years. Analysts have several theories on the reason behind this. The divorce rate is an alarming 45-percent for a first marriage and over 60-percent for a second marriage. Based on my personal experience as well ...
Views: 3865 - Are you romantic? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Rosemary PriceAre you romantic? It tends to be considered to be old fashioned now to be interested in charm, dating, getting to know someone and to use courtesy and court a lover. Holding hands, sending flowers, sending love letters and many other things can be a sign of living this lifestyle. But are you ...
Views: 3061(1 vote) - Become a Therapist - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Rosemary PriceBecome a therapist. It is good to help others and it is even better if you can help them to transform their lives totally so that they move onto a much happier phase in their future. To take a person who is going through an emotional torment or who is undergoing an emotional improvement in ...
Views: 1384 - Your lucky Number - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Rosemary PriceYour lucky number can play a minor or major role in your life. A good numerologist will say that they can work out who is compatible with you - simply by taking your name and date of birth and that of your intended partner - whether or not a home is compatable with you, which dates and times are ...
Views: 2120 - CASH is the Essential Four-Letter Word - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Beate CheletteIt’s easy to find people who will critique your business and tell you how to run it. But no one actually explains the hard part: how to make money. I know many women entrepreneurs who, like me, tend to focus on the creative side of business, with a thousand new ideas racing in our brains, but ...
Views: 2320(1 vote) - Women Dating Older Men - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Rosemary PriceWomen dating older men... Such relationshps are now very popular for all different reasons and fall into different categories. The first division you have is that some are for love and others are for sexual or practical reasons. There is a huge difference between a woman wanting to be with an ...
Views: 2149 - The Power of Vulnerability is Fear-Less - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Valencia RayLack of vulnerability is one reason why team relationships are so dysfunctional. The lack of trust leads to people putting on their “persona” (the root word in ‘personality’) masks. In our culture, vulnerability is confused with the concept of weakness. I’ve got news for you—vulnerability is ...
Views: 1110(1 vote) - The Everlasting Items of Life…Adding Yourself to the Pay List. - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Kimberly MitchellAs we walk through the various aspects of our lives, do we consciously recognize who we are, and do we know what we want, or do we sit back and wait to see what happens? Are we leading our lives, or are our lives leading us? There is no question that life has gotten extremely busy for ...
Views: 1390 - Three Successful Strategies Work-At-Home-Moms Use To Keep Balance - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Sue HenryHave you heard the expression, “If things aren’t right at home, they aren’t right anywhere?” This is so true! I’m a mother of six kids and we are organic dairy farmers. And if that’s not enough, I am a professional speaker and writer with my own company. When things weren’t right at home – ...
Views: 1468 - Leadership is an Affair of the Heart and Mind - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Valencia RayCollaborative Leadership is a partnership between the head and the heart, or the mind and the heart. It begins at this level before you can collaborate with other people. Gone are the days when people were willing to be dominated and controlled. I’m not saying that fear can no longer be used ...
Views: 1352(1 vote) - Find More Free Time - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Sue BeckerA survey by Real Simple Magazine and the Families and Work Institute revealed that almost half of American women say they don't have enough free time. The survey defined "free time" as "time that you spend on yourself, where you can choose to do things that you enjoy." I was surprised that the ...
Views: 1190 - Bringing Balance Back Into Our Hectic Lives - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Beate CheletteIf you are like many women, you sometimes feel like exploding because everything in your life seems to pull on you at the same time. We're all on a seesaw trying to balance our emotions, our attitudes, our expectations. I hear from women all the time who say they feel overwhelmed, inadequate ...
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