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- The Blended Life (Better than Balanced Life) - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonMy last Competitive Edge Report article “Is the Key Still in Your Ignition?” hit a sweet cord with a number of you and sour note with others. I thought I’d continue the discussion this week by looking back as well as forward. The impetus for the original piece, where I advocated when you take ...
Views: 1658(6 votes) - The Current of Life - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe’ve all paid our dues–at some point–for the sake of our kids, muscling through the parental prerequisite ninety minutes of yet another disengaging children’s movie. Think “Lilo and Stitch” or “Curly Sue”… On the other hand, we‘ve also experienced the moment, sitting in those same theater ...
Views: 708(3 votes) - The Dos and Don'ts of Regifting - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from A.J. MillerAs someone who helps people deal with too much "stuff" and not enough space for it all (FYI: it doesn't matter how much space you have, you never have enough!), I think that regifting is a great way to be green, get the right item to the right person and declutter at the same time. In case ...
Views: 1197(3 votes) - The Power of Focus - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2011 from kristie kennedyIt is no secret that the United States of America is treading lightly as we journey through a wilderness of financial uncertainty. Countless individuals are experiencing hardship uncommon to anything we have witnessed before. We must remember to embrace the spirit of unity until we prevail as ...
Views: 1398(3 votes) - The SIX Common Myths in Personal Development - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2004 from Danish AhmedMythology can be intriguing to study. The stories that are portrayed in myths may be fictional, but there is usually some truth that has allowed the story to be passed down from generation to generation. That's what "myths" are -- they are not completely true or completely false. Here we will ...
Views: 1271(3 votes) - Therapy Should I or Shouldn't I? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockI'm all about breaking stereotypes and reducing stigma. I've often run into many of these in my line of business. As a therapist working with some of the most vulnerable and stigmatized people in society I feel an obligation to debunk stereotypes that have held people back from seeking help ...
Views: 1449(3 votes) - Tips for Finding Time to Get Organized - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from A.J. MillerGet up; go to work; shop; cook; clean, spend time with your family, go to sleep; wake up again the next day and do it all over again. No wonder you can't find time to get organized! Here are some tips that will help you save time and create space in your busy life to make needed ...
Views: 1229(3 votes) - Turn Problems into Power and Potential! - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2009 from John Robson"The things which hurt, instruct." -- Benjamin Franklin How do you respond to the problems that continually surface in your life? If you're like most people, you feel victimized. Moaning "Poor me," we get angry, impatient, depressed and stuck. We think problems spoil what life OUGHT to ...
Views: 1451(3 votes) - Walking the Path to Happiness - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2009 from Brett KreimanAs different as we may all be from each other, we are all connected. There are an infinite number of ways in which we are all the same, but the most obvious of all is often the most overlooked. We all want to be happy. The fact that we are all trying to be happy in our lives is such an ...
Views: 1335(3 votes) - What Is Your Intelligence Type? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Royane RealIs there more than one kind of intelligence? How should we define intelligence? Can we really measure it? What is intelligence, really? Several experts in the field of intelligence have proposed that we need to broaden our understanding of what intelligence really is, and the role it plays in ...
Views: 3250(3 votes) - Why Are We As Women So Defensive and Should We Be? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Niki CleggIt may be just me but I find women much more defensive than men. To be honest it can be hard work sometimes dealing with some insecurities but more often than not if it comes from a man we get defensive but if it comes from another woman then oh my god it can get a totally over the top reaction ...
Views: 4751(3 votes) - Winter Driving - 7 Tips To Stay Confident on Icy Roads - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Simon ByholmWhere I live, on the west coast of Finland, winter just arrived with the first real batch of snow. This means slow traffic as many vehicles haven't been switched to snow tires this early in the season. I was doing a 60 mile trip yesterday, mostly on smaller rural roads where the snow is not ...
Views: 1689(3 votes) - You Have What It Takes - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from Kenny BrixeyEach of you was born with everything you need to excel in your life. Yes I used the word excel; not settle into, not just get by, not struggle with… I used excel. My definition of this word is: go beyond, be better than, do more, climb higher, run faster, go farther, and more... and do all this ...
Views: 1041(3 votes) - Your Eating Disorder Wants to Tell You Something - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Anne CuthbertYour Eating Disorder Voice is communicating something. Your Healthy Voice is communicating something. Often, these “Voices” are competing with each other, but what are they really trying to say? I often talk to clients about the “Eating Disorder Voice” and the “Healthy Voice.” Part of the ...
Views: 2135(3 votes) - `Tis the Season to Give -- 7 Different Ways!! - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2003 from Danish AhmedThe first thing we may think of when we think of giving, is money (or gifts and presents which cost money). However, some of us may feel financially constrained . . . The second thing we may think of when we think of giving, is our time. With fast-paced lifestyles and busy schedules, perhaps ...
Views: 1307(3 votes) - Successful school morning routines - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Ruth EdensorIf your school morning routines are stressful, change them! Here is a morning routine for you to consider, it helps you to make plenty of time in the morning so that you can get out of the house happier and ready for the day. You can adjust the routine to suit you for example changing the ...
Views: 1194(14 votes) - How to Live in the Zone: Connect with Life Energy - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Don NenningerHow connecting with the universal energy helps you manifest your dreams. (excerpt from the book The 5 Laws of Conscious Living) Each of us radiates an energy vibe others feel. We also personally harmonize with certain energies, those that we are most focused on. Each of these channels or ...
Views: 1775(11 votes) - 5 Ways to Tell If Your Personal or Professional Life is in the Dark - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Kris CavanaughAre you one of the Millions of business professionals who unknowingly run your personal or professional life blindly, or in the dark? This might seem like something that some “other” business owner or executive does, but certainly not you! Be careful of this. If you’ve got the blindfold on ...
Views: 1141(8 votes) - Why children behave the way they do - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2011 from Ruth EdensorDo you ever wonder as I did why some children thrive in life are well behaved and are more successful than others? Have you ever wondered why? While working within childcare for 30 years I became intrigued as to why children behaved the way they did. I wanted to understand more and work ...
Views: 2810(8 votes) - 10 Natural Ways to Reduce Anxiety - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Mark FooAnxiety has a way of taking over before you realize it. It's important to be intuitive enough to detect problems in advance and maintain stability. A medical doctor is necessary if you experience severe anxiety or have panic attacks. In the case of daily anxiety, however, there are many ...
Views: 1365(5 votes) - Are You Doing It Too? Law of Attraction’s BIGGEST Misconception - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Lexie MoonAs a Law of Attraction Coach I hear so many “war stories” about failing to manifest desires. So what is that about? It’s about not understanding just how the Law of Attraction works. Similar to playing a game but not knowing the rules, we just keep playing along and never understanding why we ...
Views: 1529(5 votes) - Attracting What You Don’t Want? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Karen KleinwortLet’s begin at the beginning regarding the Law of Attraction: like attracts like. It is pretty much that simple, but for some we question all the “bad” or “ugly” in our lives and think, “I can’t possibly be attracting or wanting this in my life!” And for the most part, you would be right. On a ...
Views: 1472(5 votes) - Mindfulness - So What? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Jim AldrichMindfulness – So What? Most have heard of mindfulness while few truly practice it Mindfulness comes to us in two forms: the spiritual/meditative practice or as a tool in self examination and behavior control. The online brain trust Wikipedia.com, the Free Encyclopedia, describes ...
Views: 1700(5 votes) - Quick and Simple Recipe for Salmon Cakes - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Angelica FlorinDo you wish you could cook up an easy recipe that does not take up so much of your time? Are you hoping there is one great dish that you could prepare that the whole family would love? If you are looking for a simple recipe packed with nutrients, you should consider making salmon cakes. Salmon ...
Views: 2110(10 votes) - Why do Questions Work? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from John Robson"The quality of one’s life is directly related to the quality of questions one asks oneself." - Tony Robbins Why is this? How can we use questions to get more out of life? When we make a statement, we primarily use our logical, rational, left brain. Statements affirm what is. Questions, on ...
Views: 1341(5 votes) - Introducing...You! - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Jamie SmedstadHave you ever woke up in the morning, staggered over to the bathroom mirror, looked up and thought, “Who are you?” Then just as quickly, you put yourself in the normal distracted state. Teeth must be brushed, hair combed, shower, clothes, and then off to the daily grind. This pattern ...
Views: 1148(12 votes) - Understanding the Art of Allowing - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Christine SherborneOver the last couple of days, I have been listening to ‘The Astonishing Power of Emotions’ by Esther and Jerry Hicks and have had an amazing revelation. Like me perhaps you have found that with the second or third time of listening to an audio or reading a book, that a light bulb moment happens ...
Views: 5261(7 votes) - Fearless Living - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Denise Rolenknow you might not believe it if I said: Most of your decisions are based on fear? Most of your thoughts and feelings come from fear? When you look beyond the denial you will see exactly how many of your thoughts, feelings and decisions about routine and exceptional daily activities come from a ...
Views: 1697(9 votes) - The Law of Attraction and Life Transformations - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Lexie MoonI joined the Quantum Success Coaching Academy in October 2008 to get my certification as a Law of Attraction coach. As I approach the end of the program and prepare for the final exam, I reflect back to where I was a year ago before I started the program. Everything about my life and ...
Views: 1345(9 votes) - The Secret to Manifesting a New Job in 7 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2010 from Mary KraemerJob market updates are daily news. Everyday there are stories about people that want a ‘new job’. Many are unemployed; and others are in a position where they stay stuck in the job they have and are very unhappy. Being without a job, or going to a job that you don’t like, takes its toll on ...
Views: 15969(9 votes) - ***Is It Better to Speak Softly or Loudly? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2010 from Nancy DanielsNeither is correct. The voice that is too loud hurts the listeners' ears -- the voice that is too soft is not being heard. In both cases, the message is being lost because listeners are unable to focus and it all boils down to volume. I just received an email from a Public Speaking Forum ...
Views: 8974(11 votes) - *** Personal Power Affirmations to Help you Claim your Power - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneFor your enjoyment, here are some affirmations that you can work with to generate personal power. Say them out loud at least twice a day, for 21 days – without missing a day. If you miss a day, start over again from day one. It is unwritten law of the mind that whatever we do for 21 days ...
Views: 4663(2 votes) - ***Self-love Affirmations to Help you Fall in Love with Yourself - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneFor your enjoyment, here are some affirmations that you can work with to help you develop self-love. Say them out loud at least twice a day, for 21 days – without missing a day. If you miss a day, start over again from day one. It is unwritten law of the mind that whatever we do for 21 days ...
Views: 2551(2 votes) - 10 Things Women Should Know About Dating In Today’s World! - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Neelima ReddyOk women, if you are single and between the ages of 30 and 103 you need to read this. Whether you are single, divorced or widowed and whether you have five children or nothing but cats you really need to read this. Yes, dating in 2009 is difficult no matter who you are but let me tell you I ...
Views: 937(2 votes) - 10 Ways to Get Your Zest Back - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Becky DueLife is difficult when you realize you have lost your zest, when you have nothing to look forward to. Whether you are feeling rejected, feeling like a failure or just feeling down and lacking direction, these ten simple steps can help. I’ve experienced heartache, loss, pain, depression, ...
Views: 21479(2 votes) - 16 Steps to Turning Your Life Around- A Christian Perspective - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Mackenzie PearceWe have all been there- somewhere we do not want to be and know we should not be. I am no exception. Whether it is in a job that drains us emotionally, a relationship that is bad for us or if we just have a habit that we know we should be “breaking” permeate, the solution is same: Start from ...
Views: 4208(2 votes) - 3 ways to Create True Happiness - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2012 from Gabrielle Marie LoomisHiking the mountain range behind my home is where I often receive my most inspired ideas. The other morning, a phrase bolted into my head in a very dramatic fashion just as I reached the apex of my climb. Standing there, scanning the horizon, satisfied with my morning’s accomplishment, clear ...
Views: 1365(2 votes) - 4 Steps To A Successful 2010 - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Karen WalkerEvery new year we create lists of resolutions that we wish for ourselves, our families, and our businesses. But somehow, along the way, most of us give up ond begin to beat ourselves up for not accomplishing what we had on our lists. Here are 4 steps you can take to help create a successful ...
Views: 1461(2 votes) - 5 Great Ways to Break a Bad Habit - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Mark FooYes, everyone has bad habits. Whether it’s smoking, biting nails, chewing on things, or even eating too much, it’s possible to get rid of it easier than you think. With 3 key factors called willpower, determination, and perseverance, you can overcome the nasty habits you’ve developed for ...
Views: 2068(2 votes) - 5 Important Tips to Help You Talk to Your Spouse about Money - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Pamela LipeAre you and your spouse worried about what’s happening with your savings, your pension, your children’s college funds, or just staying employed? Do you find yourself fearful of your futures together? Do you find yourselves disagreeing with your partner about how to weather this financial ...
Views: 1432(2 votes) - 5 Worry-Free Ways To Take Care Of Inherited Memorabilia - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnMy aunt was married for the first time when she was 42 years old. She married Uncle Fred who treated her like a queen but they were only married for five years before he died. A year later she married a neighbor man whose wife had died at the same time as Uncle Fred. They were happy together ...
Views: 1521(2 votes) - 6 Easy Ways to Beat Boredom - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Mark FooEveryone regardless of what age experiences boredom. The kids are the first usually to say the words “I’m Bored” but us adults have at one point or another in life experience it too. Have you ever wondered why you are feeling bored? It can be a feeling of laziness, or exhaustion or even a ...
Views: 1944(2 votes) - Action Plans are Baby Steps to Goal Completion - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Carmen DjemalianI have identified my starting point. I know where my finish line is. What comes in between? How do I get from point A to point B. This may be very straight forward to some, but requires following a formula for success to others. After all, nobody teaches this is school! An Action Plan is the ...
Views: 1327(2 votes) - Adaptability - Do You Use it for Positive Change or Settling for Less?Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Heather LoewenAs we all know, adaptability is a valuable character trait. Whether you choose to cultivate your adaptability or not can have a drastic impact on your attitude and happiness. When a major shift happens, good or bad, things go much easier when we can roll with the changes as opposed to putting ...
Views: 1790(2 votes) - All You Need - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Joe VitaleThis folk wisdom from Alex Haley reveals a secret to success in life – “Anytime you see a turtle on top of a fence post, you know he had some help.” This is relevant because I just finished the long awaited sequel to the bestselling book Zero Limits and was reminded of something along the ...
Views: 1645(2 votes) - Am I Boring You? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Royce MoraelsSarah is a rather plain, fifty-something woman with limp, mousey brown hair always pulled back in a pony tail held neatly with an unpretentious brown barrette. She dresses unobtrusively, mostly donning solid-color cotton blouses and dark polyester slacks. Sometimes, rarely, she wears jeans. Not ...
Views: 730(2 votes) - Are You Your Own Worst Enemy? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from James LeGrandSelf-limiting beliefs are a cage that we build around ourselves. It becomes our view of what’s possible or impossible for us. It’s an invisible cage that securely locks us into one perspective, and locks us out from another. We are locked into only those experiences that we view as safe and ...
Views: 1351(2 votes) - Are Your Goals Accompanied with a Consistent Labor of Love? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWhat actions have you determined are necessities in your life to keep you on track? If you’re pining for the straight and narrow path to success, then you must know that in order to achieve the affluence you so desire, you must love yourself first and be consistent in every one of your ...
Views: 2143(8 votes) - Baby Shower Party – 7 Steps to Have a Perfectly Planned Event - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Kenny Tan1. Know who’s going to plan the event. It is important that you have someone to organize and plan the event. It can either be you, a relative, or a friend. Two or more people can help to make the task easier. Each should have a clear understanding of his duties and responsibilities. 2. ...
Views: 1064(2 votes) - Be the Best You Can Be - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Hugh DeBurghBefore you can even begin to reorder your life, you must surrender. Most people cringe at the thought of surrender. We are fighters. We don’t just give up. I am not suggesting that you surrender to others. I am suggesting that you surrender to yourself. You don’t have to like your life or ...
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