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- On the Wings of Your Imagination - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2013 from Julia JamesRecently, one of my career coaching clients, let’s call her Nina (not her real name), came to her coaching call feeling discouraged. She had run into a seemingly insurmountable barrier since our last conversation. At the end of her last coaching session she had committed to contact several ...
Views: 2024 - What Makes Your Heart Sing? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2013 from Julia JamesI have always loved singing in harmony and have sung in several choirs in the past. When I moved to Victoria, I was looking for a small vocal ensemble to sing with. In my search for a small community choir, I stumbled upon one of the biggest choirs I have ever listened to: The Gettin' Higher ...
Views: 1483 - Who's Driving Your Bus? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2013 from Dr. Katie GarnettWho’s Driving Your Bus? "If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten." Anthony Robbins Who is in charge of your life—you or your old programing and limiting beliefs? Who is actually driving your bus? Do you know who is in charge? Have you checked it ...
Views: 1900(1 vote) - The Abundance Network - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from Joe VitaleI was interviewed about my new audio program (The Abundance Paradigm) while in Chicago recording it. The host asked, “Joe, with the economy in the tank and sinking, what are we to do?” “How do you know it’s sinking?” I asked. “Where did you hear about it?” He seemed surprised by my ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - Perfect Action Leads to Perfect Future - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2013 from Simona RichIn this post I will show you why it’s important to always take perfect action, what prevents people from doing everything perfectly and how to start doing things in the best way you can. Why taking perfect action is important When we do everything in the best way we can we feel at peace ...
Views: 1385 - Sail Away From the Safe Harbor! - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2013 from Sheri AdamsTwenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. - Mark Twain, American writer Although I've never really ...
Views: 1878 - Shhh...your intuition is talking to you - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2013 from Joan Marie WhelanHave you ever been in a crowded or loud place and you just want to tune it all out? Or maybe the sheer stress in life has just overwhelmed you so much that you feel like your head is going to explode? Now is not the time to collapse into fear and anxiety mode — now is the time to turn down the ...
Views: 1125 - The Limitations of Positive Thinking - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2013 from Scherezade LozanoPositive thinking is not enough to achieve internal balance, happiness, and to experience our full potential. Negative thoughts are a constant expression of lack, while positive thoughts and affirmations are positive expressions of allowing and materializing our desires, therefore it is much ...
Views: 1365 - What is Your Passion - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2013 from Scherezade LozanoYou have a dream, you have a desire, you have a passion. There is something inside of you that keeps coming back, something you really, really want to do. It is more than a dream; it is a strong desire. That something, that desire makes use of your talents, uses your skills, your ...
Views: 1195(1 vote) - The Anatomy of Personal Development - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2013 from Kasi PhillipsPersonal development has a profound effect on our successes as human beings. Often I would come across books at home when I was a teen that momma would have and i’d scan over them. I believe she read some of them. All us are that way on some level. She said, when we don’t have real purpose and ...
Views: 1136 - 3 Ways to Positively Grow Your Business with Gratitude - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Joey FaucetteYou’re increasing your sales. Your team is more productive. You get out of the office earlier to do what you love with those you love… …and yet there’s something missing. You struggle to keep all the business plates spinning simultaneously. It’s exhausting to be you some days. Your family and ...
Views: 1365(1 vote) - On Purpose - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Andy CraigAre you living your life on Purpose? Or, are you simply living to get through each day? You are created for a specific Purpose. This Purpose is to be lived out each day. One step taken each day towards fulfilling this Purpose. Earl Nightengale once defined success as "The progressive ...
Views: 1395 - What is inspiration? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Annabelle Drummby Annabelle Drumm WHAT IS INSPIRATION? WHERE DOES IT COME FROM? Inspiration comes in all shapes and sizes. From nudging you into a different driving lane on the highway, taking you into a shop where you find just what you’re looking for, through to a jolt from the blue that changes your ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - Five Pillars of Happiness - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from William CottringerFIVE PILLARS OF HAPPINESS by Bill Cottringer “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” ~Dalai Lama. Happiness is the end game goal of living. Whatever it is you are doing, it is to secure happiness. In a paradoxical way, how you define happiness ...
Views: 2699(1 vote) - Reap the Rewards of Your Efforts - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Bonnie StrehlowWe find ourselves in the midst of summer with August on the horizon. In many cultures, August is the harvest—the reaping the rewards of what you planted last spring. August is also a time to pause, reflect and refresh. This is the time to slow down a bit, take stock of where you are and ...
Views: 1824 - How to Find General Well-Being Within You - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2016 from Chris SpinkMany people may not realise this but at the heart of the universe and the planet that we live on, well-being is at the core. All is well and everything is as it should be. We can either allow this well-being or we can resist it but the well-being flows just the same. Human beings are an ...
Views: 1255 - Applying Hope to Dream It Live It - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Cynthia HatcherCommitment, dedication, focus, intention and persistence are all key attributes we must have when we want to achieve our goals and live our dream. But the true key that unlocks the big doors is hope. We must consistently apply hope in order to dream it and live it. Hope is a feeling that ...
Views: 1490 - ***The World is Your Canvas - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from Bruce SchneiderAs the son of an artist, I’ve always marveled at those who possess artistic skills. The ability to take an idea, a block of marble, or a brush and canvas, and convert it into a work of art, truly amazes me. I appreciate all forms of art, whether it be centuries old or still-drying paint, for ...
Views: 3161 - The Crippled Superman - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Ted CiubaI was in a Reno airport when I first heard the news. I had an immediate gut reaction. Looking at the newspapers I saw the headlines announcing Superman was dead. He was a great actor. He was of my generation, and he was important to us. And then there’s something else, he was my exact age. The ...
Views: 1367 - Embrace Your Inspiration for Better Writing - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from TJ PhilpottFinding your inspiration as a writer most certainly helps unleash your creative imagination which is essential for anyone using content online! It doesn't matter what initially inspired you but what is important is learning to use this feeling to improve your writing and productivity! As many ...
Views: 1172(1 vote) - The Good Idea/Grooming - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Nancy LennertGood morning to all….. These summer mornings are great. We take things a little slower than normal and the pace, I do believe, suits me just fine. How about you? As I was out on a walk the other day I noticed how beautiful many of the homes around me are. How tall they stand, how clean ...
Views: 1163 - The Practical Visionary - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2013 from Joe VitaleAround 1994 my life was changed by a book called Spiritual Politics. It helped me see the big picture of global conflicts and gave me an elevated view of what was happening. It delivered a fascinating analysis of the cosmic, karmic and metaphysical reasons behind politics, world affairs and ...
Views: 1274(1 vote) - Consistency Over Time Will Bring Results - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Sheldon NewtonI worked for several years as a Sales Executive. The manager of the Sales Department would always stress, Consistency Over Time, Equals Profits. It was such a potent statement that I wrote it down and began to see how it applied to all of life’s goals, not just in the Sales Profession. I do not ...
Views: 1622 - How Can Inspiration Bring You Success - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Amr AbbasMany people out there are naturally gifted with talents that they do not use and they only wait for the right time to use them. The reason is not because they can't, but they don't believe in their abilities and they lack the confidence that they need in order to make things happen. It only ...
Views: 1104 - Where You Came From - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Where you came from does not mean that you are destined to be in a certain situation, place, or doing a certain thing. Where you are going depends on you; and the amount of determination and work that you are willing to put forth to get you where you want to be. Some people forget where they ...
Views: 3612 - The Good Idea/Nick of Time - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2013 from Nancy LennertGood morning everyone…. I’m walking on sunshine today. What a beautiful day. A thought came to me this weekend when we were racing around trying to get it all done. I thought, “Just in the nick of time.” How many of us operate that way? “Just in the nick of time.” We run from one ...
Views: 1305 - Success Criteria, Part 4 - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2013 from Angela Schulz-Henke18. The ability to distinguish between important and unimportant things: Sure there are situations where tiny details can be of an immense importance, such as mountain climbing, where the slightest inattention can have fatal consequences. Usually, however, it is important in life, to direct the ...
Views: 1459 - How Rob Thomas Gets Inspired - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Joe VitaleHe said he doesn’t recall the last time he worked a 40 hour week because he works 18 hour days. (!) He went on to explain that he often spends entire days, one after the other, trying to write a song, and turning up nothing. But then one day a hit (such as Her Diamonds, Push, Lonely No ...
Views: 1311 - Lack of Motivation - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Amr AbbasMany of us have goals and only need a little bit of motivation to get fired up and skyrocket toward where we are. But while many of us have great goals that we could accomplish with a little bit of patience and motivation, only very few of us reach for those potentials. Many of those few people ...
Views: 1149 - Expeditions in Faith: Your Purpose is Your Challenge - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Jennifer UrezzioWhat's your great challenge in life? What is that theme that has run through most of your life? Some great challenges are: not enough, fear of failure, trust issues and speaking your truth. Just because we are experiencing a challenge doesn't mean: • that you are "doing" something ...
Views: 1343(1 vote) - THE VALUE OF RESISTANCE - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Austin WyseAre you currently having problems with people at work, family members of friends? Perhaps they want to action something, do something, plan for something … and you can think of nothing worse? So you are at logger heads because they want X and you want Y. Well in this article I want to offer ...
Views: 2064 - Get Inspired with 10 Powerful Ram Dass Quotes - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Ram DassRam Dass is a beloved spiritual figure, who teaches and promotes service in ecology, socially-conscious business practices, and care for the dying. His book, Be Here Now, is a great spiritual classic of the 20th century. Get inspired and motivated today with 10 of the most popular Ram Dass ...
Views: 3652 - How To Be A True Hero - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Marc OromanerYou’ve seen it hundreds of times. Some guy is being interviewed by the local news after he helped prevent some crime or rescued someone in distress. The reporter asks, “Do you consider yourself a hero?” Apparently, this question must be asked in order to test whether or not said person is in ...
Views: 2058 - 30 Days of Gratitude - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Julie BoyerMany of us understand how powerful daily gratitude is, but few of us are able to maintain daily gratitude habits through life’s up and downs. Julie Boyer’s new book, 30 Days of Gratitude, teaches us how to create a foundation of daily gratitude in our lives. This book offers insightful tips and ...
Views: 1494(1 vote) - Relationship Facts That Get In The Way of Relating - by Submitted on May 26, 2013 from William CottringerRelationship Facts That Get In The Way of Relating By Bill Cottringer “Relationships are the real test to find out if you are as good as you think you are.” ~The author. Relationships are the real test in life to see if you can be successful in applying all you have learned ...
Views: 1566(1 vote) - Tips for Fresh Ideas - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from David StainbergSometimes we simply need to have our brains refreshed and cleaned. In our daily life we stumble upon so many things, we need to be able to do everything fast and precise and on top of all cheaply. So, what is it then to be a 21 century man? In many of the modern jobs creativity is crucial. ...
Views: 1035(3 votes) - Are You Threatened By Other People’s Success? - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Mike RobbinsMay 16, 2013 (For this week’s audio podcast, click here.) How do you feel when you see or hear about the success of others? While it may depend on who it is, what they’ve accomplished, and how you’re feeling about your own life at the time – if you’re anything like me, you may have some ...
Views: 2181 - An Inspiring Executive Office with Improve Your Work Day - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Phil SwindleCreating a professional executive workspace can be tough. Starting from scratch, as with any project, requires inspiration. That being said, this article will highlight some of the hottest product lines used in a variety of applications to spark your creative juices. Space 1: The ...
Views: 821 - Using the Law of Attraction to Attract Your Ideal Clients - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2016 from Chris SpinkNot Working with Your Ideal Clients If you aren’t working with your ideal clients then you aren’t working at your maximum potential. Your ideal clients are the ones who you are in harmony with and who are in harmony with you. They are the clients you enjoy working with the most, and with ...
Views: 1502 - Part 1. Top 3 Massive Mistakes Coaches and Counsellors make that keep them feeling frustrated, drained and stressed,and how to AVOID them forever - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2016 from Chris SpinkWould you like to be the best coach or counsellor you can be? Would you like to be the most powerful positive influence in your clients’ lives? My name is Chris Spink and I’d like to welcome you to part 1 of the Top 3 Massive Mistakes Coaches and Counsellors make that keep them ...
Views: 1455 - Life After 60: Do Something For Others - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Hifzur RehmanIt was a pleasant day in the spring of 2003. I was working in my office as usual when something unusual happened. A severe pain in my chest jolted my whole body. In minutes the pain became unbearable and I fell down on the floor. I was breathing with great difficulty. My colleagues came to my ...
Views: 1137 - Your daily leadership recipe in 6 simple steps - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Leanne GrechulkThere is something intriguing and hot about people who act incredibly successful even before seeing any results. I have this eternal admiration for so many of my cyber pals and authors who radiate self-confidence, love and success through my computer screen. This leadership posture is not by ...
Views: 1064(3 votes) - The Advancement of Women over the Last 100 Years - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Dustin T.The role of women in cultures around the world has always been extremely important, but this role was put in an inferior place for thousands and thousands of years. It doesn't matter which ancient culture you take a look at, you will find that women were thought of as inferior to men in ...
Views: 1755 - Reaching Your Potential - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Kate JarosinskaDo you ever wonder what you’re capable of? Have you considered what it means to reach your full potential? Do you even know what your potential is? Did you know that humans are actually living in just 10% of their full potential? Everyone’s potential comes in a different package, although we ...
Views: 1527 - Greatness Isn't Born, It's Grown - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Dana Barker Davies"Greatness Isn't Born, It's Grown" (Coyle, 2009) Isn't that what everyone wants to hear? I know, I needed to hear it! I can't sing, can't dance, can't draw and I am horrible at sports or math-related sciences. I grew up believing that I was talentless. However, according to "The Talent Code" ...
Views: 1531(3 votes) - Who Do People Say I Am? Be Yourself - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheWho do people say I am? And, why should you even waste your time asking people what others are saying about you, are you not just doing the wrong thing? Jesus at one time had to deal with this question and I quote the Holy Bible, "Luke 9:18 And it happened, as He was alone praying, that His ...
Views: 1467 - Your Heart Has a Mind of Its Own . . . Seriously - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Patrina ClarkEver have the feeling that your heart has a mind of its own? Turns out you were right. Ever acted on a hunch that you really couldn’t explain logically but you felt very strongly that it was the right thing to do? Neuroscience — the scientific study of the nervous system — is really ...
Views: 1058 - 5 Simple Steps to Begin Automatic Writing - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from Melissa KittoAutomatic writing (the ability to receive messages from your angels through written messages) is a skill that anyone can develop. It can be an incredibly powerful tool for receiving clear messages from your Angels. Often, after an automatic writing session I look back on what I have wrote and ...
Views: 1413 - 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 - Are You Aware of Your Assumptions? - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Julia JamesLet me take you on a quick virtual trip to Paris. You will travel alongside the 20-year-old me. This experience will not only heighten your awareness around the assumptions you are holding. I will also provide you with practical tips on how to move beyond them. I went to Paris as a nanny in ...
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