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New View, New You, New Life - by Rob White5 Primal Principles of Communication - by Rob White- How to Motivate Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Willie HortonFor the last thirteen years, in each two-day workshop, I've asked my clients if they love themselves, if they think they're perfect. No-one answers "Yes". It's damn difficult to motivate yourself if there are things about yourself that you don't like. And, indeed, chances are that there ...
Views: 1860(3 votes) - Stop Reading Self-Help Books! - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Willie HortonI am forever being contacted by clients recommending a variety of self-help books. And, yet, a client recently mentioned to me that he had been on a workshop where another participant told him to "Stop reading the books - and start living it!" The truth is, that you will only find true wisdom ...
Views: 5544(5 votes) - Your Last Hurrah? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Avil Beckford“Don't live down to expectations. Go out there and do something remarkable,” Wendy Wasserstein, American Playwright (October 18, 1950 – January 30, 2006) You have a few spectacular failures under your belt, but you have carefully evaluated them, and now know where you went wrong. You have ...
Views: 1838(2 votes) - Transcendence and Success - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Vincent Sandee (Swami Ekabuddhyananda)Is success contrary to spiritual development? I just had a radio show on this topic and the answer is: obviously not! If you think about about it, what is success? Please listen carefully since I am giving you a definition that can break the barriers between amterial and spiritual ...
Views: 1834(1 vote) - The Greatest Secret for Effortless Life Change - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Vincent Sandee (Swami Ekabuddhyananda)What I would like to share with you today is the best method I could find, and experienced, to bring changes into your life. The following is an extract from my online course "Soulmate Connection" : "In the eternal being that is you, you still preserve your pure consciousness, and whatever ...
Views: 2107(1 vote) - Continuity - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThe art of following through and being consistent, creating a way of living that is applicable and permanent in your life. Conjuring the knack of being stable and carrying on with a way of living that supports your goals and aspirations. Creating this pattern of behavior is a work in ...
Views: 1297(2 votes) - How to Focus Your Mind and Change Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Willie HortonOver seventy years of psychological research proves conclusively that we live automatic lives. "Automaticity" is what psychologists call our extremely efficient ability to perform routine tasks without paying attention to them. Stop for a moment to reflect on how much attention you paid, ...
Views: 1808(5 votes) - Loving Yourself - The Foundation - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Patricia CraneIt sounds simple: just love and accept yourself and your life works! This is the foundation of the work of Louise Hay. Building a strong inner foundation begins with a change in thought – I am worth loving. The key is moving that thought from a mental level to an emotional level that really ...
Views: 2148(3 votes) - Heal Your Life® Techniques to Change Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Patricia CraneThe work of Louise Hay has transformed the lives of millions! Here are life-changing techniques from her philosophy to empower YOUR life! 1. Be willing to love and accept yourself – no matter what! You don’t need to lose the weight, have the relationship, or anything else first. Start ...
Views: 1721(2 votes) - The October Full Moon: You're Not in Kansas Anymore - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Ron Archer"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage." -Anais Nin The Wizard of Oz is one of the most beloved movies of all time. I won't summarize the whole plot (who hasn't seen it?) as I'm sure you'll remember from the movie that Dorothy has three companions- the scarecrow, the tin man, ...
Views: 2132(3 votes) - Million Dollar Thinking Habits - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Stephanie FrankWhat is a million dollar thinker, anyway? Million dollar thinkers think about things like money and making decisions in a different way from the average person, using both the conscious and the subconscious mind. As an example: suppose you were $10,000 in debt. The average person would ...
Views: 2013(9 votes) - How do You Grade Your Worth and Self-Worth? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorHave you ever thought about how the way we’re taught to measure worth and self-worth is similar to how we got tests graded in school? There is an interesting parallel. The school grades you received for tests measured, in a limited fashion: how well you took tests (often designed to be ...
Views: 1785(9 votes) - Three Things I Have Learned About Myself (That Would Benefit You) - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Avil BeckfordI have always prided myself on being very aware and having excellent observation skills, but every so often something happens, which takes me down a notch or two and reminds me that there is always room for improvement. There are lessons to learn every day. In 2003, my niece and I ...
Views: 8931(2 votes) - Negative Thoughts and How to Overcome Them - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Diana GrovesWe all know that sometimes what is going on in our head can affect our moods. And of course our moods can affect everyone else. negative Behaviour and the Domino efect and how to overcome it When we have negative thoughts we end up feeling negative, so it makes sense that having positive ...
Views: 1375(1 vote) - An Autumn Ritual for Letting Go of Your Blocks - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Joanna LindenbaumAutumn is the perfect time to clean out and let go of what no longer serves you in your life. Look around and notice that the days are getting shorter and the leaves are falling from the trees. Soon, there will be less bounty and abundance being offered from the flowers and plants. Nature is ...
Views: 1384(1 vote) - How to Build a Better Life Style for You and Your Family. - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Virginia WildStop the Merry-Go-Round and Let Me Off! Are you leaving home in the dark only to return in the dark just to bring home that pay check? Not being there for your family? I mean, really being there, not just providing. Perhaps you’re living pay check to pay check with too much month left ...
Views: 879(2 votes) - The Barack Obama Effect on Black Men - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Gian Fiero |When I was a boy, I would overhear older black men talking about this evil, mythical figure called "The Man." I thought there was Batman, Spiderman, Superman, and The Man. The Man was accused of selfishly hoarding power and resources that prevented black men from getting jobs, owning ...
Views: 2727(4 votes) - What do you do when there are more questions than answers? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Avil BeckfordWe have all heard that it's important to repeat positive affirmations to help us realize our goals. We keep on saying our affirmations every day and nothing happens. I attended a workshop and learned that you have to repeat your affirmations 108 times to raise them to the level where ...
Views: 1523(2 votes) - The Best You - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Avil BeckfordOver a period of five years I have interviewed several successful people to uncover the secrets to their success. One of the many questions that I ask is “in your opinion, what is the formula for success?” Another question is “What are some lessons that you have learned so far?” I culled 10 ...
Views: 1669(4 votes) - Creating Dreams - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowCrafting your future is such an amazing opportunity that you are bestowed with on a daily basis. You are given the chance to create the life you envision, the ability to mold your existence just the way you see fit, and it begins when you are ready to try something new. Constructing a new ...
Views: 1247(2 votes) - Organizing for Creative and ADD/ADHD Adults and Children - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Theresa TorrezMost creative and ADD/ADHD adults and children feel frustated with the inability to be and stay organized. My goal is to quickly assure you nor your friend is the problem. The fact is, most people unsuccessful with organizing are often trying to work within a standard organizational system that ...
Views: 1964(1 vote) - Taking Back Your Power - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Jen PicicciThe simple version of my directions for taking your power back are: Start taking responsibility for making your own self be happy, and stop expecting other people to make you feel good! I figure I’d give a little more information that that, though. Starting with my own embarrassing past (um, ...
Views: 2670(4 votes) - ***Drew Barrymore's Secret to Success: Parent Your Self - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteEverywhere you look; in magazines, newspapers, online and televised articles and bios of people who face challenges are examples of people who have moved beyond their challenges to create extraordinary lives. There are also plenty of examples of those who have literally and figuratively ...
Views: 2373(3 votes) - ***Michael Jackson: An Unfortunate Example of "What You Resist, Persists" - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI was not surprised to learn in recent interviews with Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, former close confidante to Michael Jackson, that Michael lost the will to live. He was embarrassed to go out in public. He had mutilated his face so much through unnecessary plastic surgery that he thought he looked ...
Views: 1673(2 votes) - STRIVE FOR YOUR SUCCESS - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Zoila BlancoSTRIVE FOR YOUR SUCCESS Success hangs on a tall tree, reach it. Success is at the end of the deep sea, go for it. Success is at the bottom of the well, retrieve it. Success is in the heart of each of us, discover yours. Success is different for all of us. Success is reachable, ...
Views: 2160(1 vote) - ~ Map Your Own Success ~ - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Larry AgrestoRobert Frost once said, "I took the road less traveled and it has made all the difference." Map makers are not afraid to take the road less traveled as well. Often, at some point on the on the road of discovery, they realize they’ve failed. But they’ve learned to make one important distinction, ...
Views: 2132(1 vote) - Are You Ready to Tap Into Your Worth Once and For All? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Heather DominickWhen you constantly give your energy away to outside circumstances, you're left drained, empty and looking for ways to fill up. You search endlessly for the right "answer" to building your business, making more money. You take course after course, buy product after product and then, if you're ...
Views: 1409(4 votes) - A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Craig LockArticle Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglock ...
Views: 8869(5 votes) - Decluttering your Destiny - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowOne of the marvelous ways we can make our lives calmer, our environments less muddled and free our minds is to take care of mental and physical disorder. Having unfinished business to take care of weighs on you creating an energy drain and until your this and that is thoroughly taken care of ...
Views: 1405(5 votes) - Staff Room Sabotage - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowWherever it is that you reside during your working hours there is always a place to go to enjoy your breakfast, lunch, dinner or snack time pick-me-up. Usually there is a special room that provides you with an environment to sit down, regroup and enjoy your chosen fare for a short period of ...
Views: 1282(2 votes) - Recognizing Your Special Gifts While Unemployed - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Helen Burton“Use what talents you possess; the woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best.” ~ Henry Van Dyke Even though you lost your job, remember you are still the same person. Nothing can take away your special gifts. Stand-up and take a bow acknowledging the ...
Views: 1505(2 votes) - ***2 Ways to Discover Your Raison D'Etre - Reason For Being - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteRaison D'Etre is French for reason, or purpose, for the existence of someone or something. Each and every person comes into this world with a purpose, unique talents to achieve that purpose and the inner wisdom to guide them along the way. This is a birthright. Without exception. Since everyone ...
Views: 2692(4 votes) - Optional Influence - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Lyndsey ShafferWe all have influence over our options and in turn, our options give us influence. It is not others who give us options, it is ourselves. We have the power to enable possibilities within our minds. “Practical” and “rational” are the enemies of this type of internal empowerment. They are self ...
Views: 1653(5 votes) - What Truth Can Your Dreams Reveal to You? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceA journal can be used in many powerful ways. Previously we learned how you can open your soul and record in your journal what lurks beneath the surface there. A journal, of course, can be used to help us analyse what lies even deeper still. It can help us to get way down into our subconscious to ...
Views: 3897(4 votes) - ***Change Your Attitude – Create a Pleasure List - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Joan Breiner, M.Ed. and Susyn Reeve, M.Ed.A Pleasure List is a powerful resource that allows you to change your Attitude from misery, anger and displeasure to happiness in the amount of time it takes to have a new thought. A Pleasure List is a simple list of the people, places, things and activities that when you think about them ...
Views: 2788(7 votes) - The Power of Desire - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Benjamin GlassDo you remember when you were young and as you slept you had the most vivid dream of something so amazing you knew it had to be true? Even when you woke up and realized "it was only a dream" your mind was still racing, heart still fluttering, with the thought of your amazing dream coming true. ...
Views: 854(4 votes) - ***Struggling-Anxious-Procrastinating? Stop Telling Your Inner Being to Shut Up! - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteHow much time and energy do you spend treading the proverbial waters of the stream of creative expression and meaningful experience? How often do you ride the roller coaster of two progressive steps forward and two steps back in your efforts to expand beyond your current unfulfilling comfort ...
Views: 1680(2 votes) - Work, Health and Your Life Balance - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Awakening Potentials Inc Drs Tony and MarcelleWhich sounds better? 1) “All work and no play makes Johnny a dull boy. 2) “Continuous effort – not strength or intelligence – is the key to unlocking our potential.” (Liane Cordes) What do you think? Continuous effort or engaging in play? They both sound pretty good to me . . . do we ...
Views: 1125(1 vote) - Journey through Life with “New Eyes” - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Marcus PadulchickFor many the word journey conjures up unrestrained emotions and grand visions. It stirs up images of exotic locations, faraway places, or tropical locations. The idea of climbing the Himalayas or sailing down the Amazon River brings a sense of excitement anticipation, and adventure. Yet you can ...
Views: 3526(3 votes) - Do You Keep Beating the Same Drum? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorHave you found a philosophy or technique you believe will lead you where you want to go: specific feelings and desired outcomes? It takes a while to realize you can’t get there, unless you travel the path to that destination. So much of what we do is habit we don’t recognize it for what it ...
Views: 1919(2 votes) - ***Are Outrageous Outbursts Now an Effective PR Tool? Oh My! - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite"Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!" - Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz The media is filled with bizarre tales of rude and downright bizarre behavior that was once exhibited by self-loathing attention seeking narcissists and now may be used as a clever inexpensive tool for massive publicity. In ...
Views: 1593(3 votes) - The Power of the Pen to Propel Your Growth - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceThere is so much about you and your life so far that is hidden deep within you. Either through choice or subconciously. Like a cancer it eats away at you at the surface and on the outside creates a life that is not of your choosing. Most people keep it hidden afraid to let the cancer surface for ...
Views: 1376(3 votes) - ***Cowardly Lion? Tap Into the Wizard Within To Transform Fear - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteIf you are at all familiar with the story of Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz you know that among Dorothy's fellow travelers along the yellow brick road to find the great and powerful Wizard was the Lion. The Lion wanted the Wizard to give him courage as he was afraid of nearly everything he faced ...
Views: 3549(3 votes) - Workplace Issues Facing Women Today - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Charmaine AugustinMany of the biggest workplace challenges facing women today still revolve around gender. Why do women still earn less than men holding the same job? Will the glass ceiling ever be reached or for that matter shattered? Is a balance between family and career attainable? What will it take to ...
Views: 11815(2 votes) - ***Things happen -- Growth is optional - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Sharon SaylerI am so tired of the hand-wringing and the "sky is falling" in the media—creating "brick walls" that are really only of thought and flesh… We can stand at that wall and give our time, our energy, and in turn, our power away in worry or we can look through it with open curiosity to discover ...
Views: 1754(1 vote) - Success and Vision - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Geoffrey CanavanIn a unified Self we have more direction and greater presence, a presence to be perceived in how you live your life. Holding your unity is taking ownership of the greatness and potential you can offer to your own day-to-day world. But once again it’s all about how you start that process of ...
Views: 1539(3 votes) - Success without Limits - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Geoffrey CanavanWe all find areas where we can really compromise ourselves. We perfect that process and those patterns and it becomes second nature in how we live and what controls our lives. We repeat the same mistakes in the same areas over and over again, keeping us trapped and un-free as the apparent ...
Views: 1930(4 votes) - 5 Key Attributes to Success - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowLet’s truly get down to business and turn the spotlight on ourselves and delve into what level of commitment you honestly maintain in your life on a regular basis. There are five major players when it comes to working toward your health and wellness goals and aspirations. Why not take a gander ...
Views: 2900(2 votes) - Do You Practice Self-Help or Shelf-Help? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorYou invest in a book or program to improve something about you or your life. Do you take what it offers as far as is appropriate for you or as far as the bookshelf? Does this pattern show up in other areas of your life? We all have things in our lives we move forward on with no problem, ...
Views: 1469(3 votes) - Wake Up to Your Divine Power - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Dr Kelli - The Angel Whisperer®Wake Up to Your Divine Power Channeled by Dr. Kelli, The Angel Whisperer and her Angels You ask us dear ones, how we know about your angels and we say there is no separation from your angelic helpers or from the Divine Creator. We tell you, this is simply an illusion, due to your ego based ...
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