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Snapshot Management: Leaders under the Spotlight Use Emotional Intelligence - By Reldan Nadler- Emotional Problems: Do Some People Only Feel Normal When They Exercise? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it is not uncommon for one to have a gym membership, or to at least take part in some kind of exercise. One reason for this is that this is an area of life that is seen as something that can’t be overlooked. No matter how old one is, they may have been told on a number of ...
Views: 1403 - Internet Dating: Should Someone Objectify Their Body When They Use Internet Dating? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one is attracted to someone in the real world, it can be due to a number of different factors. On one hand, how they look could play a part, and on the other hand, it could be the result of how one feels in their presence. There is also the chance that how one feels in the other ...
Views: 1403 - Preserve The Balance in Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2016 from Chris SpinkIf trying to preserve balance in your life makes you seem like a tightrope walker, you’re not alone. Most of us have a lot of demands on our time and energy; life can feel like a mad house sometimes. Take this quiz to see how well you are fulfilling your responsibilities, while likewise ...
Views: 1402(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Spot an Emotionally Intelligent Leader - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Harvey DeutschendorfFIVE WAYS TO SPOT AN EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENCE LEADER Research has shown us that more than 90% of top leadership performers have a high amount of emotional intelligence or EI. The higher up the ladder that leaders are, the more people they impact and their EI becomes increasingly important. ...
Views: 1401 - Boundaries: Why Do Some People Always Blame Others For How They Feel? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperOn one side of the spectrum there is total responsibility and, on the other, there is total irresponsibility. And while it might sound as though the ideal will be for one to be on the left side of it, it is not going to be this black and white. Pros and Cons This is then no different to ...
Views: 1401 - Receiving: Does Someone Need To Feel Safe In Order To Receive? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been said that in order for someone to be able to give, they will need to be able to receive. With this in mind, being able to receive is the first part and being able to give is the second part. Right at the Beginning Another way of understanding this would be for one to go back ...
Views: 1401 - Are Your Intentions Pure? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperWhen I have spoken my friend Wain about what I was working on in the past, he has often asked me what I was trying to achieve. Additionally, he has asked me what I was looking to receive after I had done something. These questions had a big effect on me, and I wasn’t quite sure how to ...
Views: 1400 - Maximize Peformance Through Understanding - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Dr. Rick (Eric) JohnsonTo be effective, leaders must not only manage their team but they must develop an understanding of every individual on that team. Prioritizing acquainting yourself with each individual on your team includes knowing their dreams, their hopes, their thoughts, their opinions and their values. This ...
Views: 1400(2 votes) - Social Media: Can Social Media Stop Someone From Developing Self-Acceptance? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are many reasons why someone would use social media, and one reason they can use it is to change how they feel. This could be something that takes place through uploading an image or it could occur through sharing a status. Instant Response It may only be a matter of seconds before ...
Views: 1400 - 3 Empowering Lessons Taught by the Horse - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2012 from Jessica BakerHorses have long been admired for their compassionate free spirit, being honored as a connection to the power and strength in oneself. One gaze into their eyes and we not only feel their wisdom, we see sometimes for the first time, our own Soul looking back at us. What we see may bring us joy ...
Views: 1399(2 votes) - False-Self: Do You End Up Playing A Role When You Are Around Others? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time around others, they could find that they generally behave how they want to behave. This is then going to show that they don’t feel as though they have to behave in a certain way. One way of looking at this would be to say that one will be able to express their true-self, ...
Views: 1398 - Leading is Learning (an excerpt from the authors NEW book, Oracle of the Obvious: Secrets to Common Sense Leadership. - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Raymond JorgensenTo explain why leading and learning are synonymous, reflect on the words of Eric Hoffer: In times of change, learners inherit the Earth, while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists. In other words, learning is the key to remaining ...
Views: 1398(6 votes) - Shame and Money Secrets - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from Mindy CraryMoney secrets are some of the most shame-filled secrets we keep. We’ve all heard that “the truth will set you free,” however, I believe that there are two kinds of money secrets we keep: the ones we keep because it’s inconvenient to tell the truth and the ones we keep because we don’t want to ...
Views: 1398 - THREE GOOD RELATIONSHIPS TO HAVE - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2014 from William CottringerTHREE GOOD RELATIONSHIPS TO HAVE By Bill Cottringer “We've got this gift of love, but love is like a precious plant. You can't just accept it and leave it in the cupboard or just think it's going to get on by itself. You've got to keep watering it. You've got to really look after it ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - Relationships: When Someone Believes That All Men/Women Are The Same Is It Because They Lack Self-Awareness? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are people who are able to see that not all men/women are the same, there are also people who are unable to do so. In their eyes, every member of the opposite gender is going to be the same. The First Side If someone was to ask a person in the first group to prove to them that ...
Views: 1398 - Relationships: Are Men And Women More Masculine/Feminine Than They Were In The Past? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn the past, there was greater pressure on people to behave in a certain way, and it didn’t matter what sex they were. Due to the changes that have taken place in recent years, it is a lot easier for them to behave how they want to. A Challenge Even so, this is not to say that everyone ...
Views: 1397 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Criticize People Who Receive Attention? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone can be in a position where they always find people to criticise, this might only take place from time to time. When it comes to what they can relate to, it could all depend on what mood they are in. As a result of this, the people around them might prefer to keep their distance ...
Views: 1397(1 vote) - Self-Worth: Why Do Some People Feel Worthless No Matter What They Achieve? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is in a position where they don’t feel good about themselves, they may decide to take action. What this can come down to is that they could believe that this is something that will change if they were to become successful. An Example One could think about someone who is ...
Views: 1397 - The Way Of The Samurai - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2008 from Deepak LodhiaWithout Fear or Favor There is an old joke about a man who went to India and spent all day, every day swinging a live tiger by the tail around and around in a circle above his head. When a passer-by asked him what he was doing, he said "I'm keeping away the lions." This confused the ...
Views: 1396 - MARKETING MIRACLES - Part 2 - Stability - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Dr. Katie GarnettMARKETING MIRACLES Marketing Miracles happen in a number of ways: 1. Finding out who you are and what you have to offer. 2. Identifying where the integrity lives within who you are and what you have to offer. 3. Bringing coherence between who you are, what you have to offer and what your ...
Views: 1395(5 votes) - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Pull At People's Heart Strings In Order To Control Them? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been said that someone should never make a decision when they are angry, and that they should never make a promise when they are happy. What this comes down to is when one is in a highly changed emotional state; it will be a challenge for them to think clearly. However, when one is ...
Views: 1395 - Personal Power: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Believe That They Have No Control Over Their Life? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one feels as though they have control over their life, it will have a positive effect on their well-being. This is because it will be possible for them to fulfil their needs and this will allow them to grow. Alternatively, when one feels as though they don’t have control over their ...
Views: 1393 - Relationships: Is Femininity Good And Masculinity Bad? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to hear about an abusive relationship, there is a strong chance that this would involve someone who uses force to cause harm. This could mean that they use their body to do this and/or they might only use words. Either way, this is going to mean that the other person is going to ...
Views: 1393 - Critical Thinking: Is It A Surprise That Some Women Who Were Abused As Children End Up As Porn Stars? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperRecently, a porn star committed suicide, and this was said to be due to the abuse that she received online. Based on this, it could be said that the people who abused her online were responsible for her death. The Trolls This is then an example of what can happen when someone is treated ...
Views: 1392 - Self-Sabotage: Can Someone Find Out Why They Sabotage Their Life By Looking Within Themselves? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one’s life is not going the way they want it to go, it could be because they are going through a challenging time. In this case, it will be important for them to keep going, and to stay focused on what matters. As to how long this will last can all depend on what they are going through; ...
Views: 1392 - The Neuroscience of Success: 3 Mistakes To Avoid As A Leader - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2017 from Michele MolitorAs a leader of your organization or your team – you set the course, the tone and the motivation levels of the people you’re leading. In order to do this, it requires that you have a level of clarity within yourself. Research shows us that Emotional Intelligence is key predictor of success. ...
Views: 1391(2 votes) - Before investing your savings, you must get rid of the following things - by Submitted on May 19, 2013 from Vinod AnandBefore investing your savings, you must get rid of the following things (Vinod Anand) Lust “I want...” could be the most dangerous words for your finances, mostly because we seem to want everything--a world tour, a swanky car, a plush abode. However, extravagance can lead to financial ...
Views: 1390 - Tips on finding time for yourself to gather perspective - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Katherine LevineFinding time for yourself can be difficult. Here are some exercises that, once learned, don't take long, and can really have a positive impact on your day. Tip one: Calming Breath is a basic Take a Break Strategy. When tense or annoyed we often take a quick breath in and then forget to let ...
Views: 1390(2 votes) - Anxiety: Can The Fear Of Abandonment Cause Someone To Experience Anxiety? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time with other people, they may find that they are able to be themselves. This means that there is going to be no reason for them to put on an act and to pretend they are someone else. Therefore, if they have something on their mind, they will be able to speak up. And if ...
Views: 1389 - Critical Thinking: Do We Stop Thinking When Information Is Presented By An Authority Figure? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one wants to find out about something there is a strong chance that they will look for someone who has an understanding of what they want of know. They could believe that the most important thing is to find someone who has the right qualifications. And once this has taken place, they ...
Views: 1389 - Is it Worth It? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Margaret Meloni“Whenever you find yourself on the verge of losing your temper or falling into a bad mood, ask yourself, ‘Is this how I want to spend my day? Is it worth it to let this___________ (Fill-in-the-blank; person, situation etc.) take control of my day? Really?” – Margaret Meloni You are probably ...
Views: 1388 - "Did You Feel The Need To Tell Me You Were Gay?" - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperA number of years ago I developed a close friendship with someone, and while they had been with members of the opposite sex, they were now attracted to members of the same sex. This was something that became perfectly clear when they spoke about this area of their life, after we had been friends ...
Views: 1387 - Boundaries: Can Someone Find It Hard To Say No When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one doesn’t want to do something, they might listen to what is taking place with them and speak up. However, there is also the chance that they will ignore what is taking place within them and simply go along with what someone else wants. A Different Experience When it relates to the ...
Views: 1387 - Boundaries: Does Someone Need To Feel Safe In Order To Have Boundaries? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhat is clear is that when someone has boundaries, their life is going to be a lot better than it would be if they didn’t have them. The reason for this is that one has their own needs and feelings. So, while one is an interdependent human being who needs other people, that doesn’t mean that ...
Views: 1387 - What Makes A Good Healer/Therapist? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperI was recently thinking about what factors play a part when it comes to what makes someone a good healer/therapist. During this time, I thought about the kind of people who I had worked with over the years. Over the years, I have worked with numerous healers and therapists, and I would say ...
Views: 1387 - "This Guy Is An Expert At What He Does!" - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperTowards the end of last year, I was introduced to someone called Collin Smith, who is also known as ‘The Listener’. Now, this not merely a fancy term that he uses; it relates to what he is actually like. He is one of the best listeners I have come across, and I don’t say this lightly. ...
Views: 1386 - Offended: Should Someone Apologize If Another Person Is Offended By Them? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone might have the desire to speak their mind, it doesn’t mean that they will end up doing so. If one was to take a step back and to reflect on why this is, they could find that it’s because they don’t want to lose other peoples approval. Fitting In Their priority is then going ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - Social Media: Should Someone Share Their Whole Life On Social Media? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to share something about their life in the past, they would have got in touch with their friends and/or their family. This could be something that took place over the phone, or they may have just sent a text message. Yet at the same time, they may have just gone to see someone ...
Views: 1386 - As above so below - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanI was recently at a talk that was speaking to the health of our coral reefs around the world. As I listened, I began to see a correlation between what is happening under the water to what is happening above. Coral gets stressed and when that occurs it is more likely to get sick with disease. ...
Views: 1385 - Social Media: Why Do Some People Only Express How They Feel When They Use Social Media? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to use social media, they are likely to find that some of their ‘friends’ come across differently to how they do in the real world. This could mean that someone they know will act shy offline but when they are online, they could come across as being outgoing. Another Experience ...
Views: 1385 - Survival: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up Believe That The Purpose Of Life Is To Survive? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperThere are going to be some people who believe that life is matter of survival and then there are going to be others who believe there is more to life than simply surviving. And because they see life differently, there is a strong chance that they are going to experience life differently. ...
Views: 1385 - Telling The Truth: A Human Deficiency? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Sarah RuizWhy is it that our human race has such a difficult time telling the truth? The politician scandals mount each day as our own leaders think the best way to get through something is to lie about it. Almost always, especially with today’s technology and media resources the ones who lie get caught ...
Views: 1385(1 vote) - “I Was Terrified of My Mother” - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn the middle of 2010, my life was going in the right direction; I felt confident, I had a relatively fulfilling job, and I had a plenty of good people around me. It was as though my life could only get better. Unfortunately, my life was about to get worse, a lot worse, and everything changed ...
Views: 1385 - Emotionally Unavailable Fathers: What Can Happen If A Man Had An Emotionally Unavailable Father? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some men who grew up with a father, there are others that grew up without one. However, just because some men had their father around, it doesn’t mean that he was actually available. In this case, a man’s early years may have been a time when his father was generally around ...
Views: 1384 - What Do You Have to Do to Feel The Way You Want to Feel? - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2016 from William CottringerWhat Do You Have to Do to Feel The Way You Want to Feel? By Bill Cottringer “There are things known and there are things unknown, and in between are the doors of perception.” ~Aldous Huxley. While this article title seems to be a rather straightforward question, I doubt that it is ...
Views: 1384 - Relationships: Does The Fear Of Abandonment Cause You To Go Back To A Relationship? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wants to buy a new car, it could be because their old car is no longer drivable or it could be because it no longer fits their requirements. And once a decision has been made, they are unlikely to use their old car again. One could go back on their decision and keep their old car, but ...
Views: 1383 - After You Have Taken My Course, You Will Be Completely Healed! - by Submitted on May 28, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperEver since I wrote the articles, ‘My Healing Technique Is The Only One That Works!’ and ‘Every Healer Has issues!’, I have been reflecting on the kind of experiences I have had on the courses that I have done. There were times when I was in a desperate position and this meant that my thinking ...
Views: 1382 - Belly Brain - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Pam GuthrieHere is something fun to try. Pull your stomach in really, really tight. Now totally relax it. What? It didn't totally relax? Well, try it again. Still not? Ok. Not to worry. Just push it out as far as you can. Now try to relax it. What is the deal? Why is relaxing your belly kind of ...
Views: 1382 - Relationships: Are Some People Only Friendly When They Are Nervous? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to go into a new environment, they might be only too happy to talk to everyone they meet. This could mean that one is learning how to dance, or perhaps they have gone back into education. As a result of this, it might not be long until they know everyone there, and this is going ...
Views: 1382 - Social Media: Can A Lack Of Real Relationships Cause Someone To Crave Attention Online? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, it is not uncommon for someone to spend more time speaking to people online than they do in the real world. And when one uses social media, they are going to be socialising online. The New Way One might even believe that they don’t need to spend much time talking to people in ...
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