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Snapshot Management: Leaders under the Spotlight Use Emotional Intelligence - By Reldan Nadler- Your Super Highway - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2012 from Michele Howe Clarke, MBAThe energy that breaths you, that animates your body, is what distinguishes life from death. Are there energy centers throughout your body; it is optimal for your energy to flow freely. When energy gets blocked it leads to dis-ease. Energy gets blocked through stress, stuffed emotions, negative ...
Views: 2015 - Control: Do Some People Use Shame To Control Other People? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to take a dog for a walk and they were told to keep it under control, they are unlikely to think that there is anything wrong with what they are being told. However, if they were in a relationship and one their friends told them to control their partner, this might not be the ...
Views: 2012 - Communication: Is Vulnerability An Asset? - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to creating a deeper connection and a lasting impression on others; it is often assumed that sharing ones good points is the best approach to take. To share ones vulnerable side is something that should be avoided at all costs. This means that successes and achievements should ...
Views: 2010 - Ways of Meeting New People in School - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuWhen you’re in school, there are lots of opportunities to meet new people and make friends. You just need to know what these opportunities are and how to use them. The best thing about school is that it’s a social environment. It may have the primary purpose of educating young individuals, ...
Views: 2010(1 vote) - Addiction: Can Toxic Shame Lead To Addiction? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to hear the word ‘addiction’, there is a strong chance they would start to think about an alcoholic or a drug addict. This is not because it is impossible to be addicted to anything else; it is because of how addiction is often portrayed in today’s world. As a result of this, it ...
Views: 2009 - The Power of Empathy - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Mike RobbinsEmpathy is one of the most important aspects of creating harmonious relationships, reducing stress, and enhancing emotional awareness - yet it can be tricky at times. I consider myself to be quite empathetic, but notice that with certain people (especially those I don't like or agree with and ...
Views: 2009 - Masculine And Feminine: Why Do Some People Find It Hard To Embrace Both Sides? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperPhysically men and women are very different; with a woman being an example of the feminine and a man being an example the masculine. But while this much is true, on the inside they are both made of masculine and feminine traits. And for a long time, men generally behaved in ways that were ...
Views: 2006 - Be Who You Are - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Geoffrey CanavanFairytales may not be quite as fanciful as they appear at first glance. Think of the frog who was really a handsome prince, or the Sleeping Beauty and Snow White who just needed a kiss to restore them to life. The hidden message in every fairytale can teach us a very valuable lesson. The ...
Views: 2005 - Breathing In Is Masculine, Breathing Out Is Feminine - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAbout a year ago I went to a health and wellbeing centre and had a little look around the entrance, but I didn’t go any further. However, a few weeks ago I felt the urge to go to this place again, and this made me look at the website. I found out that there would be a free guided mediation ...
Views: 2004 - Become Emotionally Smart, Read about “The E.Q. star” - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Shakti PradhanEmotions are the messengers of Heart. Everyone reveals his feelings to others through emotions. But in a professional world, you need to be emotionally smart to interact and cooperate with your colleagues. If you’re emotionally smart, you can handle the work stress and deadline tensions easily. ...
Views: 2002 - Energy: Can Emotional Repression Lead To Low Energy? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIn one way or another, life is all about energy; it is what creates and supports life and it also leads to movement and motion. Without it, nothing would exist or survive and nothing would ever happen or change. And as human beings, we are no different. Whether it involves: getting out of ...
Views: 2002 - The Media: Does The Media Create Division? - by Submitted on May 26, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhile people often believe that the media is there to simply inform them about what is going on in the world, this is not always the case. Instead, there is often a hidden agenda and what the media focuses on is therefore intended to create a certain reaction. At times, it can be relatively ...
Views: 1994 - Relationships: What Is Our Most Important Relationship? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperDuring our lives we can have many relationships and some of these relationships can last for what feels like moments and others can seem to last a lifetime. It could be greeting someone we might never see again or embracing someone we will see many times. These relationships can range from a ...
Views: 1993 - Empathy: Can Trapped Emotions Stop Someone From Having Empathy? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThere are many different things that make someone human and therefore allow them to have a human experience and one of these things is empathy. This is something one can have for themselves and something that can extend outwards and towards other human beings. It enables one to mirror ...
Views: 1991 - Feeling Safe: Can Trapped Emotions Stop Someone From Feeling Safe In Their Body? - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough each one of us has a body, it doesn’t mean that everyone feels that it is safe to be in their body. It might even sound confusing as to how this could be; especially as one’s body is a big part of who they are. Instead of one being in their body, what they can end up doing is living ...
Views: 1991 - Twitter Fights - A New Medium for Celebrity Self-Sabotage - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteHA! That's often my first reaction when I open up the daily Calendar Section in the Los Angeles Times in the wee dark hours of each morning. This Monday morning's edition was no exception. Matea Gold reports that celebrities are taking their egoist rants about each other to the public stage ...
Views: 1989(2 votes) - The gift of tears - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Lena ChenToday's inspiration comes from a client who wrote the following email to me: Hi Lena Thank you once again. This time is for helping to remove a deep-seated block inside me. Since your last session I have peacefully embraced my tears. Because now I understand it is the body's desperate ...
Views: 1988 - The Stress-Free Move Hasn’t Been Invented Yet. But at Admiral, We’re Getting Close… - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Scott McNelleyThe Stress-Free Move Hasn't Been Invented Yet. But at Admiral, We’re Getting Close… Did you know moving consistently ranks among the top ten most stressful life events? Because of the total disruption in your routine and having your belongings in a state of upheaval, moving can truly be ...
Views: 1988 - Buddhism, the Brain, and a Bad Boss - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Nina HamThere’s nothing more frustrating and disheartening than feeling that your boss is undermining your efforts to do your best at work. Maybe it seems intentional, maybe it seems just who s/he is. Whatever the origin, the toll on your morale and performance is heartbreakingly wasteful. What to ...
Views: 1986(1 vote) - Fear Of Failure: Can Toxic Shame Cause The Fear Of Failure? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperJust because someone has the desire to do something, it doesn’t mean they will take action. Instead of doing what they need to do to fulfil their desire, they might end up doing nothing. In this case, it is not going to be possible for one to move forward; they are going to stay where they ...
Views: 1986 - Rage: What Causes Rage? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIt has recently been reported that rage could be the result of what is going on for someone at a biological level. And while this has been said, they have also wondered if it’s the other way around; with rage causing ones biology to change and not ones biology causing the rage. However, ...
Views: 1982 - SON VS. IPHONE – A REMINDER ABOUT AWARENESS - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Michael BehmerI was in New York last week and met with two wonderful women, Carol Cain and Issa Mas, two like minded parenting bloggers. I was telling them a story about me and my son that illustrates a main concept in Chaos to Connection. The concept is the idea of a message in a bottle, what our children ...
Views: 1980 - Success: Why Do Some People Fear Success? - by Submitted on May 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIt might seem strange to some people that success could be something to fear; especially as we live in a world where success has become an obsession for so many people. What is often heard about is the fear of failure and how people don’t want to fail. However, success is generally perceived ...
Views: 1980 - False Self: Do Some People's Childhoods Cause Them To Develop A False Self? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who are in touch with who they are, and then there are some people who are not. But while some people are going to be aware of the fact that they are out of touch with themselves, there are going to be other people who are not aware However, when one is in touch with ...
Views: 1979 - How Do You DO Happiness? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Paul DaltonIn one of my personal development workshops I get my students to close their eyes and imagine, in vivid detail, one of their happiest memories, and to fully re-living it in that moment. It is amazing to witness the instant transformation in their facial expressions and body language as their ...
Views: 1977(6 votes) - Being Seen: Can Toxic Shame Cause Someone To Fear Being Seen? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperOne of the greatest needs that human beings have is to be seen for who they are and although this is the case, it doesn’t mean that this is something that everyone feels comfortable with. If one is in a position where they didn’t feel comfortable with being seen, it is going to cause them to ...
Views: 1976 - Emotional Growth: Is Emotional Growth Important? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world it is not uncommon for someone to hear that exercise is vital when it comes to leading a happier, healthier and even a longer life. So if one takes part in some form of exercise a few times a week, then their life will change for the better. And it doesn’t take a genius to ...
Views: 1972 - Victim Mentality: Why Do Some People Always Act Like Victims? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one gets to the end of their day, they might look back on what has happened, and this could be a time when they will see what good and bad things have taken place. Even so, they could believe that this is simply part of life. One Step Further If they were to engage in this process ...
Views: 1970 - Find the Correct Vibrational Place to Attract Financial Abundance - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2016 from Chris SpinkI would like to help you find the correct vibrational place so that you can have all of the financial abundance that you wish and desire to manifest in your life. The universe can provide a steady stream of abundance and if you believe and attain a vibrational alignment with this abundance you ...
Views: 1969(2 votes) - 10 Ways to Increase Your Energy at Work - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from Dr Ana Garcia1. I allow time for playfulness and fun at work. 2. I surrender to the wisdom of the Universe and believe that my current job or situation is bringing me a lesson in love about myself or my life. 3. I know that I am safe and the Universe always provides for me. 4. I am loyal to ...
Views: 1967(2 votes) - Powerful Questions - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Karen KleinwortWhen we journey through life in a state of consciousness that is more awake and more aware, we begin to see the power behind the questions we ask. When we are able to ask not just the right questions but powerful questions, we open ourselves to achieving greater results and success. I ...
Views: 1967(2 votes) - Hanging a bicycle Rack inside the Garage - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Daryl BrewerHomeowners will discover any sort of home is smaller than their storage necessities. In the kitchen area, a homeowner may have built sliding cabinet racks. These make it possible for more utensils and dishes to be stored in a small, well-organized space. Within the bathroom, hanging a vanity ...
Views: 1966 - Total Eclipse of the Sun Alert: Any Illusion of Control Is Going, Going, Gone! - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2017 from joan pancoe“When a cat falls out of a tree, it lets go of itself, becomes completely relaxed, and lands lightly on the ground. If the cat made up its mind that it didn’t want to fall, it would become tense and rigid and would just be a bag of broken bones upon landing. In the same way, it is the ...
Views: 1966(1 vote) - Feeling Bad? Have a Tantrum - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Abigail SteidleyIf you’ve been following my blog for a while, you know the drill. You know you have to feel emotions that arise on a daily basis, because avoiding and therefore storing them in your body creates tension and pain. Obviously, no one is going to be perfect at feeling emotions. However, I, like you, ...
Views: 1965 - Happiness: Is Life Too Short To Be Unhappy? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone had to choose between feeling happy or feeling unhappy it is clear that in most cases they would choose the first option. When one is happy, not only will their inner world change, it is also going to have an effect on their outer world. This inner change will cause their ...
Views: 1964 - Being Present: Can Trapped Grief Stop Someone From Being Present? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is into fashion, they will know that the current trend will soon change and end up being replaced by another trend. And while this could be a new trend, it could also be one that was around in the past. So upon reflection, one could say that fashion is like the weather as it is ...
Views: 1962 - Childhood Abandonment: What Are The Consequences Of Childhood Abandonment? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperDuring the first few years of one’s life, they are emotionally dependent on their caregivers. And so it is vital that they are not left alone for prolonged periods of time, because if they are left it can be extremely overwhelming and therefore traumatising. But this doesn’t mean that one’s ...
Views: 1961 - Defence Mechanism: Denial - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperDefence mechanisms are used to stop the ego mind from becoming overwhelmed, as if they were not utilised, the mind may not be able to cope with the pain that is arising. So they are not good or bad or right or wrong, they simply there to ensure that one survives. Denial will be used during ...
Views: 1961 - Power of Paradigms: Rethink you thinking - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2013 from James MapesThomas S. Kuhn introduced the concept of paradigms to the scientific world twenty-five years ago in The Structure of Scientific Revolutions. Kuhn, a scientific historian, considered paradigms a whole new way of looking at and predicting possible outcomes. He wrote that scientific paradigms are ...
Views: 1961 - Therapy: Is Your Therapist Invalidating Your Experiences? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one is suffering from mental and emotional problems and/or has relationship problems, they can end up looking for a therapist to assist them. This could be because they have taken this approach in the past, or it may be due to other reasons. If it relates to other reasons, it could be a ...
Views: 1961 - The True Art of Giving - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Kyre AdeptThanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s and possibly Valentine’s Day… ‘tis the season to be giving. On the one hand, yippee! I love both giving and receiving. On the other hand, I can’t help feeling exhausted in advance with all the shopping, money, stress and time required to fulfill ...
Views: 1960 - What Others Are Doing Is None Of Your Business - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2010 from Luminita SaviucI know a lot of people that are always preoccupied with what those around them are doing and what those around them are saying and because of this they can’t seem to get ahead with their lives. They get so stressed about everything that happens around them, about those situations and people that ...
Views: 1960(3 votes) - Associations: Do Associations Create Our Perceptions Of People? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperMost people have heard of the saying ‘don’t judge a book by its cover’ and yet this is generally what happens. We see that someone is wearing a certain item of clothing, looks or acts a certain way and a judgement is made. This judgment is automatic and is a consequence of the unconscious ...
Views: 1959(1 vote) - Music: Can Music Trigger Grief? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIn some shape or form, music has been around for thousands of years and while there are styles around today that weren’t around in the past, it still has the same effect. When it comes to making music today, electrical equipment is often used and this has allowed people to create sounds that ...
Views: 1958 - Positive Thinking: Can Positive Thinking Cause Someone To Become Emotionally Disconnected? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is into self-development, positive thinking is going to be something they are familiar with. But even if this isn’t the case, this is still likely to be something that one is familiar with. It could be something they have heard of and that’s about as far as it goes, or it could be ...
Views: 1958 - The 2 Most Powerful Emotions That Will Change Your Life! - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Amit DesaiEverything we see around us is nothing but energy and everything vibrates at a certain frequency. Frequency is everything. All frequencies co-exist to make up the entire Universe. Everything that happens in your life happens for a reason & you & only you are responsible for all of it. You ...
Views: 1958(5 votes) - The Art of Picking Yourself Back Up - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It’s rough out there right now for a lot of people. For some people, they have barely noticed anything different. I was one of them. I’d go to work and when I was done, my husband and I would go out to dinner, and we couldn’t believe there was a recession going on. The restaurants were ...
Views: 1958(2 votes) - Abandonment: Does The Fear Of Being Abandoned Cause You To Please Others? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to pleasing others, ideally, this will be a choice and not something one feels they have no control over. If one feels that they always need to please others, it is going to interfere with their ability to listen to their own needs and emotions. And when one feels the need to ...
Views: 1956 - Anxiety: What Causes Anxiety? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone has anxiety problems, they may have a strong need to find a way to change their life. Then again, they could simply tolerate what is taking place and do the best that they can to keep it together. Undoubtedly, it is going to be far better if someone has a strong need to change ...
Views: 1956 - Emotional Empowerment Builds Commitment - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2012 from Jim Clemmer"Our passion for productivity increasingly depends upon the productivity of our passions. We can't divorce commitment and caring from efficiency and effectiveness." — Michael Schrage, co-director of MIT Media Labs' e-market initiative and author of Serious Play What gets people really ...
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