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- Tips on Going With The Flow and Surrendering to The Outcome - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Bambi CorsoSometimes along our journey there comes a time when a choice has to be made about how much effort we are putting into something. I’m sure you’ve all had the experience of wanting something so badly that you would do just about anything to have it or make it happen. Determination is one of the ...
Views: 3962(4 votes) - What makes the difference between success and failure - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Gina GardinerAny business owner must have asked themselves that question countless times and it has never been more pertinent than now. I read some research earlier this week which focussed the top ten worries for business owners. They included some pretty weighty issues, survival being top of the list. ...
Views: 5438(7 votes) - Can prayer spice up your love life? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Maryanne ComarotoI know, most of us cross our legs when we think about GOD and sex simultaneously, so surely it’s a stretch to imagine praying could be spicy. And then there are those of us who a long time ago made the separation between church and mate and don’t give it a thought. But why not? What if we did ...
Views: 1672(3 votes) - DON'T Work With Me If You Hate Your Job... You Might Feel The Urge To Do Something About It - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasRecently, I met with a group of other coaches and we got to talking about our different businesses. Life coach, business coach, corporate coach, NLP coach etc. My first thought was "I could never be a corporate coach, everyone would end up quitting their jobs". It made me laugh so ...
Views: 1161(3 votes) - Lessons from our favorite teacher - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Jo-Anne CutlerSome may be excitedly anticipating their return, while others want the lazy hazy days of summer to continue well after the school bell rings. But in either case, the countdown is on…only three weeks until both students and teachers go back to the classroom. It can bring back memories of how we ...
Views: 2439(3 votes) - The Mouldy Banana Moment: A Huge Lesson in Self-Love - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-Thomas“I learned to love myself, because I sleep with myself every night and I wake up with myself every morning, and if I don’t like myself, there’s no reason to even live the life.” Gabourey Sidibe, Actor in "Precious" A lot of women are extremely nurturing and loving to everyone except ...
Views: 1308(3 votes) - Vulnerable Leadership - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Mike RobbinsVulnerable and leadership are not usually two words or concepts we put together. Most of us, myself included, have been taught that to be a "good leader" we have to be strong, convicted, and confident. "Never let 'em see you sweat," we've been told. However, I believe it's time for those of ...
Views: 1651(3 votes) - How To Destroy Mediocrity - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2013 from Kasi PhillipsMediocrity Is A Learned Habit For most people the idea of having a good job, married with kids, drive a nice car, and retire after 30 years of service to a company is the American Dream. In retrospect it is for most Americans. After doing an evaluation of my own experiences and changing them ...
Views: 2325(5 votes) - How's Your Capital These Days?Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Jacqui DobensI had an experience recently that I would like to share with you. While speaking with a friend in a casual conversation I was asked my opinion. I immediately shifted out of friend mode and put my trusted adviser hat on. I noticed that my listening intensified. I became more present than in the ...
Views: 1338(5 votes) - My Transition From Alcoholism To Business Success - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Ken SundheimAlcoholism - To Sobriety - To Business Success - My Story I am a true believer that alcoholism is a disease and, unfortunately that disease was bestowed upon me. I started KAS Placement when I was 23 years old (I am 28 now) and began making a lot of money for somebody my age. I would spend it ...
Views: 2509(5 votes) - Balancing the Risks and Rewards of Your Portfolio - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Philip LovelessIn today's world of financial crisis, one after another, and the pace of change in the economy fueled by technology, investors must look for new and innovative ways to balance the risk/reward relationship in their portfolios. Although some of the old methods of doing this such as asset ...
Views: 1051(4 votes) - Forgiveness: The One Exercise that Can Change Everything in Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-Thomas"Holding onto resentment is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die" Famous quote Let's face it - many of us have issues from our past that hold us back and cloud the enjoyment of our present. Whether it's your "crappy childhood", a terrible past relationship, a psycho ex ...
Views: 1683(2 votes) - How To Become A Ridiculously Lucky Person - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasI have to admit - I've become one of those annoyingly lucky people who always seem to win everything. At least once a week, I'll tell my husband or friends "Guess what?!" and they'll say "What now?". I've won six months free luxury travel, tickets to personal development seminars, ...
Views: 1492(2 votes) - Innocence - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It was a long time ago, the age of drive-ins and driving around drinking. It was a time of young love. It was a time of going to school and learning about boys. It was about fun and growing up. I remember meeting him at the local mall. He was a little older, had his own car and he was ...
Views: 1204(4 votes) - It's OK to Get Sick With Jealousy (As Long As You Learn From It) - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasDo you ever experience jealousy of others? It's okay, you can admit - I do too. All the freaking time - especially when I'm frustrated or too mired in procrastination to do anything worthwhile myself. In fact, I've been jealous many times. A couple of years ago, I was working in a ...
Views: 1119(2 votes) - Morning after - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Suzanne MontpetitThe morning after we always want to assess what we did or did not do the day before. We wonder, we wander, we go forward with change and we regress from those changes that we find are to hard to digest. its too bad we cannot develop a pill that mentally helps us stimulate the process of change ...
Views: 1522(2 votes) - My Embarrassing Meeting with a Billionaire (and the Business Lessons I Learnt From It) - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasHave you never blown a chance to impress someone? Are you willing to hear harsh feedback? Sometimes the mistakes we make can spur us on to bigger and better things. My embarrassing mistake happened in one of the craziest cities in the world, where dreams are made and broken - Las Vegas! I ...
Views: 1130(2 votes) - Should You Quit Your Job? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasI'm a life coach and help people live the life of their dreams so I always get asked "Do you think I should quit my job?". I've even had someone say "See that woman over there? She's my boss and I hate her, what advice do you have for me?" To be honest, if you hate your job then it's not ...
Views: 1180(2 votes) - The Gross Stuff That Nobody Talks About - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasDo you think that everyone else has life figured out but somehow you're different? Perhaps you're valiantly trying to achieve your goals and dreams, but sometimes there's this little voice that says: "No more for you - this is as far as you can get" Or the doubt in your mind that an ...
Views: 1157(2 votes) - Who Is Getting Kicked Off Your Success Team (And Who Are You Promoting)? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasA personal chef, nutritionist, stylist, personal shopper, butler and housekeeper... Wouldn't it be great to have a team of people catering to your every whim? However, did you know you can build a success team around you right now? It doesn't matter if you don't have a millionaire's budget ...
Views: 824(2 votes) - Why Couples Counseling Is Important For Relationships - by Submitted on May 19, 2013 from Janie ChristensenWhen relationships become too much to bear and you feel like you could use a little help, some families seek the assistance of couples counseling in Fort Lauderdale. They are dealing with a problem that has brought them to their wits end and may even have been tormenting them for years. ...
Views: 787(2 votes) - Ask Denise: "Help - should we make a big move out of the city?" - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasI always wanted to be an agony aunt and I get a lot of emails asking for advice, so I thought I'd start my own column. Each week I'll answer a letter from you! Ask me anything! This week, Michelle from London is taking the plunge into an awesome opportunity but she's nervous about making the ...
Views: 1265(3 votes) - The Master Mason - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Holly MatsonPicture if you will a mason, with plaster and concrete, chisel and hammer, diligently and reverently making repairs to the supporting columns of a magnificent sanctuary. He knows full well that his work reinforces and maintains the structural supports uplifting the roof. Without that ...
Views: 1633(4 votes) - 11 Mental Strength Secrets to Examine and Create Your Beliefs - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Gregg SwansonOnly two things make up your life, your reality. They are: 1. Your Beliefs 2. Your Actions That’s it. So if you want to change your life, change your thoughts and then your actions. Pretty simple uh? Simple yes…easy, not so much. In this article we’ll look at beliefs, since ...
Views: 1222(1 vote) - 3 Easy Ways To Make The Best Choice - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2013 from Gia CilentoThe Best Choice - Gia Cilento - The Peace Doctor, Life Coach, Author, Speaker, Reiki Master, Healer Making the best choice can sometimes be difficult. Sometimes there seems to be far too many things to choose from, such as breakfast cereal, and sometimes there are far too few, such as choosing ...
Views: 1534(1 vote) - 4 Ways to Make Peace with Where You Are - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2010 from Dulani MooreWhen I started working for my last company, I hated the job. It was, in my opinion a non-challenging job with no opportunity to learn and utilize new skills or to grow in the position. I felt stuck, I felt cheated. But since my last job was basically the same, I also felt powerless to change ...
Views: 3528(1 vote) - 6 Ways Working for Yourself Can Save Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2013 from Missy DiazIf you’re lucky enough to have a full-time job, you’re spending at least 40 hours per week at it. This doesn’t include commute times, the time it takes you to put on a suit instead of your comfy yoga pants, and those work-related networking events. Let’s round it up to 50, which is still pretty ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - A Family - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2015 from Womens Recreation, Inc.As Easter approaches, family and friends will be gathered at the table for Easter dinner. Mom’s prized turkey and Aunt Linda’s delicious casserole will be served. The Easter bunny is there and the Easter Egg Hunt is underway. Laughter and shouts of, “I found one,” can be echoed throughout the ...
Views: 1611(1 vote) - A First Hand Account Of The Law Of Attraction At Work - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Charles Steed“When building a house of cards it is important not to let your own fart-storm topple it.” Livingston Ashcroft “Flip” Bellingus (1893 - ) When I was a boy of about 10 I did something that was not very cool. I did it with malice of forethought and with the intention to deceive, although I ...
Views: 1419(1 vote) - Aim To Finish - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Frances LucasActs 20:22-24 “And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem, not knowing what will happen to me there. I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race ...
Views: 1429(1 vote) - Asking for Help - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanI wouldn’t consider myself a team player. I have always been the type of person who would rather just do something myself than have someone else assist me. I thought that bringing in another person with their own set of expectations about how things should be done complicated things, and I ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - Believe in New Beginnings.... - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Ligia HoubenBelieve in New Beginnings.... When we face a difficult transition or a loss we may think our life is over....that we don't have any hope, or that we don't have options. My purpose in life is to help people embrace hope and make them believe in new beginnings. Because...this is possible. I ...
Views: 1791(1 vote) - Bold - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Russell ShippeeBe bold. I'm a kid and I'm bold. How about you? When did you stop being bold? What is the last truly bold thing you did? Here are some of the bold things I've done, so far: ??Learned to eat food . . . Learned to crawl . . . Learned to stand up . . . ?Learned to walk . . . Learned to talk You ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - Coupling Practical Wisdom with Spiritual Advancement – A Comprehensive Harmony - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranPaying attention to wise instructions with regard to practical matters is part of good living. In the area of spirituality, however, freeing oneself of all Dos and Don’ts is necessary in order that the ego is prevented from continuing its involvement. When people become somewhat serious and ...
Views: 1575(1 vote) - Dating after Kids: How to Ensure it goes a smoothly as possible - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2013 from Nataxja CiniYou’re a single parent. Whether divorced or widowed, eventually you’re going to want to start dating. One of the most common questions is “How and when do I introduce my new partner into my child’s life?” Here are the top ten tips on dating after kids 1) Is your new partner a keeper or just a ...
Views: 1162(1 vote) - Does your life need a makeover? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from lisa willisWhether you want to get in touch with your inner voice, start a new career or lose a few extra pounds, life coaching can help you accomplish these goals. You may ask yourself, what is life coaching? Life coaching is based on a relationship between you and your life coach which is designed to ...
Views: 572(1 vote) - Endless Tapes - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Russell ShippeeEndless Tapes Kids don’t have endless tapes. We interact, we express ourselves, and then we forgive, forget, and move on. We do not clutter our minds and our energy with the negative. Adults have tapes, your endless tapes, are those stories you tell yourselves over and over again. Often, ...
Views: 1140(1 vote) - Ensuring That Your Business Passes the “Human Test” - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2013 from MaryEllen TribbyFour years ago when my daughter, Mikaela, was just ten years old she was given an assignment for school. She was to write a story about what she would do if she was given a piece of land. When I came home from the office, she asked me if I would read her story to make sure it was okay. I ...
Views: 1238(1 vote) - Home Business – 4 best Tips to Success in Home Business - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Ade AdenekanHome business is now the best means of making both ends meet particularly now a days that there is no end in sight for the increasingly biting phenomenon of the global economic meltdown with which people of all walks of life have been coping since a couple of years ago. It is also good to join ...
Views: 1880(1 vote) - How is the Business World Realigning its Processes to Bounce Back in the Post-Pandemic Phase? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2021 from Saurabh GuptaNo doubt, the COVID-19 pandemic has wrought enormous disruptions in the business world. The situation has barely laid down the unviability of business models and exacerbated the economic perturbations afoot. Beyond that, it has brought immense havoc on the personal and business front, with ...
Views: 679(1 vote) - How to Move Through Your Fear - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2010 from Mike RobbinsFear is something that we all experience, especially on our journey toward deeper authenticity, fulfillment, and success in life. Being who we really are, expressing ourselves boldly, and going for what we want in life can cause a great deal of fear in us. I get scared all the time - ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - I love it when..... - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Caitlin GraceWe all know that what we focus on we attract more of… and yet we still go around moaning about the stack fo bills we have to pay, the lack of money in our bank accounts ( especially at this time of year!), the lack of available, gorgeous, men or women around. So we shouldn’t be surprised when ...
Views: 1261(1 vote) - Impulse Control Disorders - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Velma MerrickMany psychological problems are characterized by a loss of control or a lack of control in specific situations. Usually, this lack of control is part of a pattern of behavior that also involves other maladaptive thoughts and actions, such as substance abuse problems or sexual disorders like the ...
Views: 2029(1 vote) - In Praise of Entrepreneurs, Persistence and a Gourmet Food Truck - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from James Mapes“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and ...
Views: 1569(1 vote) - It’s Time to Parent Up - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2013 from MaryEllen Tribby“Well, I don’t want Annie to be mad at me – we are so close, she really is my best friend,” I heard this woman at Whole Foods say. It seemed like a harmless enough comment when I heard it. Boy was I wrong. First, let me say I do not spend my days ease dropping on complete strangers ...
Views: 1615(1 vote) - Odor Control Products for Your Home - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Eric KampelOdor control products for your home help reduce all unpleasant smell and bring a fresh, tantalizing fragrance to your home interiors. They are the best means to avoid various household odors such as pet odor, carpet odor, toilet odor and more. Make Your Home More Welcoming with Suitable Odor ...
Views: 999(1 vote) - Our Mental States and Their Relationship to Circumstances in Life - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranWhat happens to us in life is very much a reflection of our mental states. While a calm and collected approach to meeting the issues of life can quite often ease us through the problems, an agitated mental state is likely to complicate matters. It is good to understand the link between our ...
Views: 1773(1 vote) - Part 2: What I Learnt From Failing Four Years of University - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasAfter a devastating four years of failing almost every subject at university, there are four important lessons I've learnt from the experience. Experiencing your own "failure"? Here's my advice: 1. When you're in deep trouble, stop digging After my first disastrous year, I should ...
Views: 1023(1 vote) - Team Cohesiveness – Why it Matters - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2013 from Tracey FieberTeams that hope to work well together need cohesiveness; often referred to as the foundation for team collaboration and good decision making. However, team cohesiveness can be difficult to achieve, specifically when there are multiple strong personalities and talents. Entrepreneurs who take the ...
Views: 2033(1 vote) - The Beatings Will Continue … 5 Ways To Tackle Negative Self-Talk - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Gia CilentoWho’s really beating up on you the most? It’s probably you. Don’t believe me? Stop and notice the way you talk to yourself. One of the biggest obstacles to Inner Peace and developing your Inner Sanctum is the presence of negative self-talk and the way we beat ourselves up. For the most part, ...
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