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- Richard Reid and Jose Padilla - the enemy within - by While all eyes were fixed on men of Middle Eastern origin, the two closest threats to a follow-up terrorist attack by Al Qaida since September 11th came instead from from British and American citizens. Most certainly they will not be last to launch suicide and terrorist attacks against Western ...
Views: 1868 - Fun - by I never used to have much fun, I was far too busy working towards my creative success. I was busily searching for ideas (they never came easily), forcing myself to write articles (it always felt like a chore) and rushing to meet deadlines. The whole process was as far from enjoyable as it was ...
Views: 1222 - IMAGE VERSUS ESSENCE -The Turn On Switch for Presenting - by Most of us are taught that there is a certain way we are supposed to be when we stand up in front of a room to present our message or material. To be the perfect presenter, we have to know our material completely and deliver it with ubiquitous grace and style. We believe we must be taken ...
Views: 888 - LANGUAGE YOUR LIFE: Express Success - by We create our place in the world through our language. LANGUAGE IS CONSCIOUSNESS IN ACTION ?THE HUMAN OPERATING SYSTEM ITSELF. Indeed, we are our words in deed.
We live through our words. Living fully and richly begins with how we “language?ourselves and what we desire. If I’m seeking more ...
Views: 704 - Language Your Life: Express Success - by We create our place in the world through our language. LANGUAGE IS CONSCIOUSNESS IN ACTION ?THE HUMAN OPERATING SYSTEM ITSELF. Indeed, we are our words in deed.
We live through our words. Living fully and richly begins with how we “language?ourselves and what we desire. If I’m seeking more ...
Views: 2263 - The Art of Confident Conversation - by Did you know that the second greatest social fear people have is the fear of starting and carrying on a conversation with someone they don't know. The greatest social fear is speaking in public. Why are we afraid to speak with people we don't know? Perhaps it stems from being told as children ...
Views: 825 - UP YOUR PIZZAZZ - by I am drawn to people with pizzazz, that spark of enthusiasm and excitement about life that makes being in their presence a joy. They smile easily and often and laugh with great energy and pleasure. It feels good to be alive and in their company.
People with pizzazz don't have to be loud and ...
Views: 770 - The Path to Profitable Speaking - by Every month I receive numerous emails from people all over North America asking how I got into the speaking business and how they can too. To respond to these many inquiries I wrote Public Speaking for Profit and Pleasure. Here are ten timely tips, from my manual, to get you started on the path ...
Views: 1379 - Dealing with Difficult People - by In my travels across North America speaking on motivation and human potential I hear the same question asked repeatedly, " How can I become more assertive?" There is no doubt about it, there are people in our lives who are harmful to our health and we don't like it one bit.
I read recently ...
Views: 11317(2 votes) - The Motivating Power of Appreciation and Praise - by The Motivating Power of Appreciation and Praise by Mike Moore ( How to get the best from the people you work with) http://motivationalplus.com/cgi/a/t.cgi?praise
While doing some research for a seminar on maximizing human potential I came upon this interesting piece of information. ...
Views: 700 - Look Into The Looking Glass - by We are taught from a early age what is good and what is bad. We define ourselves on on actions good and bad. People tend to focus on the bad and that is how they feel This leaves us twisted. We must define for ourself what is good and bad no one has the right to judge oneself, yet they do and we ...
Views: 540 - Smile Power - by There is power in a smile. The simple act of moving the corners of the mouth upward has the ability to touch the hard hearted and lighten heavy burdens.
Smiling is both evocative and affirming. A smile evokes a response from the one smiled at and affirms their place in the universe. A smile ...
Views: 745 - The Value of Humour in Our Lives - by LIVE WELL, LAUGH MORE.
THE VALUE OF HUMOUR IN OUR LIVES ............. by Mike Moore Http://motivationalplus.com/cgi/a/t.cgi?humour
It is impossible to worry while you're laughing.
Humour cuts stress levels in half.
Humour helps us cope, conquer, and carry on.
Train yourself to look for ...
Views: 10811 - Ten Humorous, Motivating Quotations To Brighten Your Day - by George Bernard Shaw once said that if you find something funny search it for hidden truth. Here are few pearls of wisdom packaged in humour. Enjoy.
1. You wouldn't worry what people thought about you if you only knew how seldom they did.
2. To expect life to treat you fairly because you're a ...
Views: 8303(1 vote) - Welcome to the Age of Anxiety: How to cope with the world spinning out of control - by If the '20's were known as "Roaring," the '60's were about "Flower Power," and the '80's were the "Me Generation," then the 2000's will go down as the "Age of Anxiety." Even the June 10, 2002 cover of TIME Magazine is entitled: "Understanding Anxiety: Now more than ever, we are worrying ...
Views: 1848(1 vote) - USING HUMOR TO SOLVE PEOPLE PROBLEMS - by People involved in interpersonal conflict in both business and industry are often too close to the problems to be of any great help in solving them. They feel insecure, uncomfortable and threatened when it comes to expressing their feelings and offering possible solutions. “What will the boss ...
Views: 3358 - Self-Help and Universal Truth Get An Edge - by In 1995 I experienced what I suppose is the darkest hour any of can face which is total loss of the will to live and certain death following a long, drawn-out illness. I'd had enough of the stuggle which appeared to be endless either direction I looked. Having studied and practiced meditation ...
Views: 808 - The Business of Speaking for Profit and Pleasure - by I believe that public speaking can be rewarding in many ways. First of all it can provide you with an opportunity to earn a fantastic full time or part time income working from home. Groups, organizations and businesses are always looking for informative, entertaining speakers to address their ...
Views: 897 - The Magic of the Night Sky - by I love the night sky. There is something comforting, mysterious and hopeful about standing under a canopy of swirling stars. Each summer I go camping alone in Canada’s beautiful northland to satisfy a hunger for solitude, wilderness and the night sky. Away from city lights there is nothing more ...
Views: 944 - A Prescription for Wellness - by The vast majority of the workshops I am asked to conduct throughout Canada and the U.S.A.have to do with humor and wellness. It is quite obvious to me that a huge number of people in business, the professions and in private life are unwell.and want to do something to improve the situation. ...
Views: 796 - The Lost Treasure Returns - by About fifteen years ago I had the pleasure of teaching a young woman who was one of the most gifted high school seniors I have ever met. Not only was she brilliant in Math and Science, but she was also extremely talented in the visual arts. She could draw and paint beautifully. When Audrey ...
Views: 875 - The Need for Silence in a Noisy World - by It is quite evident that we are living in one terribly noisy world and it seems to be getting worse every day. Everywhere we go we are accosted by loud, unwanted sound. When we enter elevators, malls and restaurants we are engulfed by musak. I recently had lunch at a popular restaurant and found ...
Views: 1629 - How to Stop Wasting Precious Time - by Twenty four hours a day minus the eight hours we sleep leaves us with 16 productive hours to accomplish things that need to be done at home and at work. Of these 16 hours, a lot of time is wasted due to distractions, interruptions and disorganization. We just don't manage our time well.
THE ...
Views: 847 - Anything Worth Doing is Worth Doing Badly - by Our culture seems to have elevated the quest for perfection to the status of virtue. When someone is described as a perfectionist they are frequently admired and envied. A perfectionist, in my opinion is someone living in a constant state of dissatisfaction and that isn't healthy. To ...
Views: 1964 - The Art of Caring Leadership - by There are literally millions of words written and spoken each week on enlightened leadership yet the fact remains that low morale, high stress and job dissatisfaction continue to be three of the most serious problems facing the workplace. We seem to be so effectively socialized into top down ...
Views: 982 - Personal Power Through Public Speaking - by I believe that the ability to stand up and speak in public can literally change your life. Why do I believe this? Because it has changed mine. Here is what public speaking can do for you personally and professionally.
1. It builds confidence. When you experience the thrill of holding an ...
Views: 1024 - Overcoming Fear in the Face of Terror - by Today, more than ever, we need to learn how to handle fear. We are definitely a frightened people and our fear seems to be increasing every day. If we don't learn how to confront and control fear, we risk losing our emotional and physical health and ultimately the joy of living.
A life of fear ...
Views: 859 - Laughter is Essential - by Why do we have such a strong urge to be in the company of others? Even the most reclusive among us can only tolerate solitude for so long. I think part of the answer is found in the fact that we love to have fun, and having fun usually involves people. Laughter is a huge part of social ...
Views: 1095 - The Simple Secret to Happiness - by After a talk I gave in Niagara Falls recently a woman approached me and shared her father's secret to happiness. She said, " My Father believed that there were four requirements to happiness.
TO BE HAPPY ... 1. You must have someone to love.
2. You must have something meaningful to do.
3. ...
Views: 810 - PAENTING TEENAGERS AND STAYING SANE - by There is no doubt about it, parenting teenagers is frustrating and stressful at its worst. At its best it is fun, exciting and fulfilling. The problem is that frustration and stress seems to predominate for such a long time. So how do we cope with the years of turmoil between 12 and 20 so that ...
Views: 1488 - There Are No Wrong Emotions - Thoughts and Observations about Dealing with Our Crisis - by I am a big believer in living in the moment. I am not big on focusing on what could have been or should have been. I believe it is important for each of us to bless the events of our recent past - not forget them - and look up and out toward what now calls us forth. However, given the magnitude ...
Views: 861 - Climbing the Listening Ladder - by I wrote in my book " Embracing the Mystery " that there was nothing as flattering or as rare as the undivided attention of another. The fact is that people just don't listen well. I think it was Mark Twain who wrote that a bore is someone who wants to talk about himself when I want to talk about ...
Views: 4525 - The Doctor Should Have Kept Quiet - by I spend a great deal of time speaking and writing about the value of a positive attitude. Here is a story about a very old man, his positive attitude and a doctor who should have kept quiet.
Frank, a 90 year old, was being examined by his doctor. When the physical was over they had a little ...
Views: 1132 - Ten Ways to Relax on the Go - by 1. Take three deep breaths slowly. It really works to relax the body and mind.
2. Relax the tongue. Usually the tongue is held tightly against the teeth. Free it up in the mouth so it can just rest there without tension.
3. Take one minute vacations. In your mind visit places where you find ...
Views: 3357 - Slow Down, Life is Meant to Be Enjoyed - by Have you ever found yourself rushing to get somewhere when you have all the time in the world to get there? It's almost as if we have been programmed to move quickly under any and all circumstances.
When your body and mind are in passing gear constantly, it isn't healthy. Your blood pressure ...
Views: 815 - The Healing Power of Laughter - by www.motivationalplus.com/store.html
Laughter isn't just fun and enjoyable, it's good for our health. Each month modern medicine is
discovering more about the therapeutic dimension of humour and laughter and is encouraging us
to add them to our wellness program.
The Health Benefits of ...
Views: 670 - Change Your Attitude and Change Your Life - by If we are the products of our attitudes then it is important for us to examine our attitudes, both positive and negative, to discover the impact they are having on our lives. This is even more important if we are determined to maximize the potential that is ours, a potential which, in the vast ...
Views: 668 - HOW TO ATTRACT TERRIFIC PEOPLE - by I remember asking my Dad, when I was 16, how I could become charming. I must admit that my motives were hormonally inspired at the time, but what he said to me has effected my life and relationships ever since. He looked at me and said, " Son, you become charming by making another person feel ...
Views: 1899 - Variables - by One evening at a church I was attending the pastor had us all get involved in some congregational participation. We were asked to share verses that showed the blessings of obedience. Had I not known anyone there it would have been a fine sampling of the vastness of blessings that the Scriptures ...
Views: 1059 - Boxes - by Have you put God in a box? You would probably be surprised to know that many people, quite unknowing, do. The results not only affect the individual's walk with God but can have a devastating affect on how they relate with other believers as well. My husband and I worked at a Christian Bookstore ...
Views: 982 - Finding God Despite His Children - by One of the major TV networks recently did a special report on TV evangelists featuring two well known ministries. I watched in fascination and in horror as actual footage and quotes from their programs revealed numerous accounts of deceit and fraud. The first evangelist, a "faith healer" ...
Views: 1107 - Limitations of Our Beliefs (Book Excerpt) - by As remarkable as it is, even the human brain has its limitations. When we examine the types of beliefs that typically cause us trouble, we find they fall into three categories. We will briefly explore each of
these now.
Hopelessness
In this case, the desired change is not possible, there is no ...
Views: 678 - Mind Fitness: Improving creative thinking and problem solving - by Nimble. Flexible. Strong. Agile. Quick. Words that could be describing virtually any muscle in your body, right? How about the muscle between your ears?
Did you know there¡¯s a way to keep your brain fit the same way you keep the rest of your body fit? As a creative thinking coach I have ...
Views: 1444 - The Terrible Truth About How Karma Works - by Sooner or Later, You're Dancin' With the Reaper: While on Earth, you are living in the worlds of karma and reincarnation. As Soul you are eternal. You have past, present, and future lives. To grow in love, joy, and awareness, you reincarnate into a series of physical bodies to experience ...
Views: 7505 - Indian System of Education - by The education system of India is getting more politicised day by day. It is the politicians who decide whether English will be taught in schools, whether or examinations will be held for primary students and whether tuitions by government schools teachers will be legalised or not. The story ...
Views: 1018 - OUR BELIEFS ARE LIKE ADDICTIONS - by The week seems to have been quite long for many of us. I am hoping that many of you that have written to me are feeling better. Some one said it was an astrological aspect that hit us all. Whatever the reasons might be, it is important to be aware of the fact that we have choices.
Basically it ...
Views: 665 - Negative or Positive Choices - by As caregivers we sometimes encounter feelings of negativity, such as resentment, hate, anger or even fear. We might even experience mixed feelings bouncing back and forth from a negative to a positive.
Most of us don't like to admit that we can have these feelings which may be provoked by ...
Views: 1188 - Not Being With Your Loved One When They Depart This Plane... - by Many members are currently caring for a loved one who is moving through their end-of-life stages. I have pondered whether or not to post this under caregiving articles or as a journal exercise for a while. This evening a dear member asked me to include it as a journal exercise so that hopefully ...
Views: 1376 - Encouraging The Elderly To Journal - by As a caregiver, you can encourage your loved one to express themselves through writing and drawing. Both writing and drawing increases their sense of purpose. Through another form of writing, which can be storytelling, you can support your loved one to write about their lives so that children ...
Views: 1143 - An Introduction to the Journal Process - by Writing at a specific time on a daily basis is a tremendous commitment and gift that we can give to ourselves.
By writing we are able to express what is troubling us. Once written, there is a freeing from within that lets us go on with our day in a different light.
Writing can help us to ...
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