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Snapshot Management: Leaders under the Spotlight Use Emotional Intelligence - By Reldan Nadler- Social Media: Is Something Only A Good Deed When It Is Mentioned On Social Media? - by Submitted on May 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one had something on their mind in the past, they may have kept it to themselves or they might have spoken to someone. Nowadays, one has another option, and this is to share what is taking place for them on social media. As a result of this, not only can one share the kinds of things they ...
Views: 1382 - Meaning Of Life: Do Some Peoples Childhood Set Them Up To Wonder What The Meaning Of Life Is? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperThere are many questions that someone can have throughout their life, and one thing that they can think about is what the meaning of life is. This could be something they think about from time to time, or it could be something that ends up consuming their whole existence. The mind likes to ...
Views: 1381 - Conflict and Change: Managing Emotional Energy - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2007 from Judy RingerThe beginning of a new year, like the beginning of anything, brings with it thoughts of change, rejuvenation, new life, and resolutions about how to accomplish these changes. Life offers possibilities of a fresh start for our relationships. But we don't always carry through on our resolutions. ...
Views: 1380 - What can a burger teach you about business? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonWhen my husband, his family and I recently went out for supper to The Works restaurant in Ottawa, Canada, it was the real deal: We were presented with a selection of close to 70 different hamburgers, and eight different meats that we could choose from. If you love hamburgers, I highly recommend ...
Views: 1380 - The Purpose of Your Life and How to Find It - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Teal ScottThe purpose of life is to live it. To be immersed in that which we call “experience” to such a degree that we may know what it is that we truly want. And because we are the furthest most ripple of that which we call source or god, when we reach out eagerly and without fear for that newer and ...
Views: 1379(1 vote) - 7 Early Signs of Stress - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Gerrianne ClarePeople think of stress as being burnt out, crying alot, feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope. While these are definitely signs of stress, they are often preceded by some earlier warning signs that people do not necessarily attribute to stress. Ponder the statements below, ask yourself, ...
Views: 1378 - My Soul Song - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Abigail SteidleyA year ago, I was sitting here at this same desk, planning last year’s Mind-Body Coach Training. I was imagining a great group of trainees, fixing up the forum where they would interact, and sending out the announcements in my newsletter. I thought I knew exactly what my plans were for the next ...
Views: 1378 - Critical Thinking: Do Some People Alternate Between Being A Victim And A Perpetrator? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to hear the words ‘victim’ and ‘perpetrator’, they might have a good idea about what these words mean. Perhaps one of their friends has been in a relationship where they were victimised, for instance. Closer to Home Then again, they might know someone who has victimised ...
Views: 1377 - Social Media: Does Social Media Encourage Shameless Behaviour? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt is often said that there is a difference between what people will share online and what they will share offline. On one side, this can mean that one may only share certain things when they are online, and on the other side, this can mean that they will share practically ...
Views: 1377 - The Co-Creative Muse - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2014 from Barry HammerI find that the best kind of creative inspiration, in any field of endeavor, comes from communing deeply with other life presences, in heartfelt, open-minded, empathic attunement with them. The more deeply we invest our heart, mind, and senses, in communion with other life presences, ...
Views: 1377 - Victim Energy: Do Some People Have A Victim Energy? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who believe that the whole world is against them, while there are others who have a slightly different outlook. When it comes to the latter, someone will have at least one area of their life where they feel powerless. However, if another area of their life started to ...
Views: 1377(1 vote) - You Are Your Own Saviour! - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAbout a week ago, I was looking through a book called ‘The Heart of the Soul: Emotional Awareness’ by Gary Zukav and Linda Francis. What first caught my attention was the book’s subtitle, and this was because I had used this term for the main title on a number of articles. It soon became ...
Views: 1377 - Innovation: Two Brains are Better than One - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Valencia RayInnovation and creativity optimization requires mental agility. When we can flexibly move between and integrate our two hemispheres, we can tap our 'two brains'. They work best together, collaboratively. We have a right and left-brain for good reason… good reasoning. When we are too far on ...
Views: 1376(3 votes) - Love Your Haters, They Need It! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Simone Kelly“People warn me, when you’re on top, there’s envy.” – Hate Me Now (Nas/P.Diddy) It’s an unfortunate truth we all have to face at some point in our lives. At times people will not be on your side, they may slander you behind your back, smile in your faces as a friend and have a dart board with ...
Views: 1376 - Customer Service: Why Is Eye Contact So Bad? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to apply for a job, they are likely to hear about how important customer service is. That is, of course, unless they are applying for a position that doesn’t require them to deal with customers. This could be something that doesn’t faze them, which could come down to the fact ...
Views: 1375 - Relationships: Do Some People Only Talk To You When They Want Something? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough relationships can be based on give and take, they can also be out of balance. When this happens, one person can give and another person can take, and this is going to lead to problems. Normal However, this is not to say that either of these people will realise that they are out ...
Views: 1375 - Emotionally Reactive: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Be Emotionally Reactive? - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperOne person could hear something and respond in one way, and another person could hear the same thing and respond in a completely different manner. Consequently, this is going to show that they have interpreted it differently. One Response After hearing something, one person could soon ...
Views: 1374 - Feeling Out of Balance? Create Balance With Feng Shui - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2019 from Pat HeydlauffAre you feeling out of balance, facing piles of unfinished projects, mounting financial indebtedness, or experiencing wellness issues that just won’t go away? If what you are doing to remedy these problems isn’t working, use Feng Shui principles to find balance and create new energy to attract ...
Views: 1374 - It Takes Courage To Heal Ourselves! - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperNot too long ago, I was speaking to someone who had a less-than nurturing childhood, and this was something that had left them in a bad way. There was the impact it had had on how they saw themselves and then there was the trauma that they were carrying. Then again, it might be more accurate ...
Views: 1374 - Excuse Me, But Can You Please Push Me Out of My Own Way? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Denise AllenThe other day, I had the good fortune to connect with a dear friend that I had not spoken with in a while. I always feel so good when I spend time with my friends. I am convinced that our best moments in life are spent in the company of people that we love. We chatted lightly for a while ...
Views: 1373(4 votes) - The Intelligence of Our Emotions - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Helen ValleauAn important aspect of personal empowerment is having an ability to be emotionally present and aware of your internal emotional experience. So often we try to figure out what we need to do next with our brilliant intellect, we then miss the valuable information our emotions are telling us about ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - Boundaries: Does America Lack Boundaries? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one has boundaries, they will be able to say yes and no, and this is because they will safe in their own body. And through being this way, it will allow them to express their true-self. Protection What this comes down to is that one is inherently vulnerable, and this is why it is ...
Views: 1372 - Films: Are Films Created To Condition People? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wants to take it easy, they could decide to go and see a film or to watch one at home. This could also be something that they will do if they have some free time, with this being seen as a good way to spend it. Education Alternatively, they might have the desire to find out about ...
Views: 1372(1 vote) - The Secret of Being Happy - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonThe most important thing in life is finding happiness and promoting happiness to everyone you come into contact with. There are dozens of happiness quotes. One so often hears the phrase that "you cannot buy happiness"; it's true; you cannot buy happiness. But how do you go about the task of ...
Views: 1372(1 vote) - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Stop Someone From Being Able To Get In Touch With Their Needs? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to go out for a meal with a friend, it is likely to show that they both have the need to do so. This will not only allow them to fulfil their need to eat something, it will also allow them to fulfil a number of other needs. A Match Therefore, although they are both ...
Views: 1371 - Critical Thinking: Is Europe Being Invaded By Migrants? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperFor quite some time now, people from the Middle East and Africa, have been flooding into Europe. In the eyes of some people, these are seen as refuges that need to be taken care of, but for others, they are seen as economic migrants. Clearly, when someone has one of these two outlooks, this ...
Views: 1371 - Social Media: Can Social Media Make It Harder For People To Grow Older? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperHuman beings have always been concerned with their appearance to one degree or another and in today’s world, it could be said that some people have gone from being concerned to being obsessed. This is not to say that this wasn’t the case in the past; what it comes down to is that this is ...
Views: 1371 - The Media: Can We Rely On The Mainstream Media To Tell Us What News Is Fake? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperRecently, the mainstream media has been talking about ‘fake news’ sites, and how these are having a detrimental effect on the world. Thus, if one is not aware of what has been taking place, they will be able to find out about it by reading paper or going online, for instance. Informed ...
Views: 1371 - Positive Thinking: Can Positive Thinking Stop Someone From Being Able To Accept Feedback From Others? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to developing self-awareness, it could be said that it is not possible for this to happen directly. But this is not to say that one has to do something that is completely unrelated. For example, if one entered a room that had a certain smell, it might only be a matter of time ...
Views: 1370 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Act Aggressively When They Don't Get What They Want? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperHaving needs is part of being human, and while the ideal might be to always have them met, this is not how life works. There will be times when it is not going to be possible for one to have their needs met. During these moments, one will have to tolerate frustration, and while it may only ...
Views: 1370 - Depression: Can An Emotional Build-Up Cause Someone To Feel Depressed When They Wake Up? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who like to wake up early, there are other people who don’t. If one does like to wake up early, they could describe themselves as a ‘morning person’, and this is likely to mean that they generally find it easy to wake up. And when they do, they could feel as ...
Views: 1369 - Anxiety: Can The Fear Of Being Harmed Cause Someone To Experience Anxiety? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is going through a challenging time, it could be because they are having trouble at work. Perhaps someone they work with is making their job harder than it needs to be, or the company they work for could be downsizing. As a result of this, one might spend a lot of time worrying about ...
Views: 1368 - Best Books on Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2019 from Zachary ParkerBest Resources on Emotional Intelligence So much has been written about emotional intelligence over the years. For many self help gurus, this is the key to living a more happy and fulfilled life. The definition of emotional intelligence varies depending on who you ask, but most agree that ...
Views: 1368 - Depression: Why Do Only Some People Feel Depressed When They Are Carrying Toxic Shame? - by Submitted on May 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been said that depression is one of the most common mental and emotional problems in today’s world, and while some people might experience it from time to time, there are others who are more familiar with it. This is then not going to be something that affects everyone is the same ...
Views: 1368 - “I Had Anger Problems!” - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperTowards the end of 2012, I ended up playing five a side football, and this was a time in my life when I was experiencing a lot of anger. It was during this time that I was involved in an altercation. The person who was there to let the players know when they were going on and coming off lost ...
Views: 1368 - EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - DOES YOUR THINKING HOLD UP UNDER PRESSURE? - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Alan KeyseI have been working with Emotional Intelligence (EI)* for many years. During my 3 decades as a sales executive I found it to be an invaluable asset, and more recently, in my role as a business and life coach, I have encouraged my clients to harness its huge potential. Put simply, EI enables ...
Views: 1367 - Holiday Stress Tips: Dealing with “Challenging” Family Members - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Elizabeth Lombardo, PhDReducing holiday stress: The holidays are often a time of getting together with family members. And for some this means spending time with people with whom you may share blood but not much else. Whether it is Uncle Ted making inappropriate comments or cousin Silvia who will not stop talking ...
Views: 1367 - Critical Thinking: Is Someone A Misogynist If They Criticize A Woman? - by Submitted on May 18, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf a man was to do something wrong, he might end up being criticised for what he has done. It could then be said that the reason he is being criticised is due to what he has done, as opposed to the fact that he is a man. Part of Life One way of looking at this would be to say that this is ...
Views: 1366 - Sense Of Self: Can Toxic Shame Destroy Someone's Sense Of Self? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how someone experiences life, it is often said that their self-image has a big effect. Therefore, if one wants to feel good and to have experiences that are fulfilling, it will be vital for them to see themselves in the right way. Another way of looking at this would be to ...
Views: 1365 - Social Media: Are Some People Happy To Lose Their Privacy In Order To Gain Attention? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time with their close friends or family, they are likely to open up about different areas of their life. And the reason one is going to do this is because they trust these people. If this wasn’t the case, then one wouldn’t be friends with them, and even though they were their ...
Views: 1365 - The Inner Child: Why Is It Important To Heal The Inner Child? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe term ‘inner child’ is not something that can be easily understood. It is somewhat hard to relate to and even harder to be taken seriously. So then; what is the inner child? I see the inner child as a combination of childhood memories and these appear to primarily exist just above the ...
Views: 1365 - "My Family Were In Denial!" - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIn 2012, I started to read books on child abuse, and the only time that I had read anything like this before was in 2009, when I read the book ‘Toxic Parents’ by Susan Forward. So, up until this point, I had primarily been reading books on self-development. As far as I knew, I just lacked ...
Views: 1364 - How Adaptable Are You? - by Submitted on May 12, 2013 from Amr AbbasIf there is something that you cannot live without, then it would be water. It's not your cellphone; it is not your 48 inches screen; it's not a particular person in your life. Your life is full of things that you do not need but you shouldn't give up on them unless they are harmful or if they ...
Views: 1364 - Living the Nightmare – What Wakes You Up At Night? - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Vickie GriffithChasing a young boy, a weary mother is desperate to catch him. The back yard alley turns and twists as if it were a labyrinth seen in the lawns of the old English castles. Barbs and thorns poke into the pathway from the walls- tearing at her clothes. Tripping over the gnarly roots on her ...
Views: 1364 - Objectification: Why Do Some Women Say That Women Need To Stop Being Objectified? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, it is not uncommon for people to be part of some kind of movement, and it could be said that this is a partly down to the internet. Through being able to go online, one can connect to people who have the same views as them. As a result of this, the next step can be for them to ...
Views: 1364 - Lessons in Leadership from Love - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Royce GomezSometimes lessons in leadership come from the most unlikely places; when you look for life's lessons, it's amazing where you will find them. I have found them in the small details, the fleeting moments, and the major life-changing transitions. As Valentine's Day approaches, I want to share some ...
Views: 1363 - Blame: It Is Normal For Someone To Blame Others When They Feel Powerless? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one stays up to date with what is taking place in the world, they may have heard about people who blame others for what is taking place in their life. Along with this, they may have heard about certain groups that blame other groups for the challenges in their life. The Norm When this ...
Views: 1362 - Boundaries: Do Some Countries Lack Boundaries? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how one experiences life, there are going to be a number of factors that will play a part. One of these things is the state of their health, and this is something that most people are aware of. Physical Health For example, it is not uncommon to hear about how important it ...
Views: 1362 - Mental Health: Is It A Good Thing That Lady Gaga And Prince William Are Talking About Mental Health? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperA few days ago, Lady Gaga and Prince William had a conversation about mental health. This was a time when the former spoke about her own challenges and the latter spoke about how important it is for people to open up, amongst other things. A Mixed Response And as these two people are ...
Views: 1362 - Avoiding a Post Recession Funk - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2011 from Daniel RipThere's an old story about two shoe salesmen whose company sends them to a remote village in Africa. Upon arrival, one sends home a message saying, "No one here wears shoes; on my way home." The other salesman sends this message: "No one here wears shoes; send inventory!" Amazing how two ...
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