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Views: 1518 - How Poor Time Management Impacts Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Susan CullenWe all want to keep up. With today’s current unemployment rate, you especially want to hold onto your job. However, when so many companies are downsizing, those employees who remain are left to pick up the slack of the ones that are gone. This adds additional stress because the workload ...
Views: 1517 - How Powerful Are You? Become Your Own Super Hero. - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Margie WarrellThere isn't a super hero "out there" who can save you from your situation, fix your problems, or take away your fears. You have to tap into your own super hero; to identify the fears that are holding you back and to make a decision not to reclaim the power they have wielded. I recently ...
Views: 1517 - Social Media: Can Social Media Cause Someone To Be Addicted To Approval? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone can do things because they want to do them, they can also do things because they want approval. When this happens, one is going to be focused on what other people think of them. If this is something that takes place from time to time, it might not have negative effect on their ...
Views: 1517 - Visualization: An Effective Weight Loss Method - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Paulin SoleymanWhat is Visualization? Visualization is an effective weight loss method. This is how it works: In your mind’s eye, try to maintain a clear picture of how you will look once you reach your goal weight. This in turn will set in motion an unconscious psychological process commonly referred to ...
Views: 1517(1 vote) - Self-Development: Can Self-Development Stop People From Developing Self-Awareness? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one’s life isn’t going as they would like it to go, there is the chance that this will cause them to experience pain. On one hand, one could end up feeling like a victim and not do anything about it, and on the other hand, they could get in touch with their anger and end up taking ...
Views: 1517 - Confidence: An Inner Beauty That Leads To True Attraction…And To Success! - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Sharon CapehartThe laws of attraction that are a common part of the lives of dating singles have a surprising similarity to the laws that help define success. Imagine the single dating scene, even if it’s the distant past for you. What sorts of things did you find attractive in a person? Was it just physical ...
Views: 1516 - Inner Child: Can Our Inner Child Cause Inner Conflict? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough one can have the desire to achieve something, it doesn’t mean that they are able to take the first step. Or if they do, they might not be able to keep going, and this is going to mean that they will only get so far. Now, if this only related to one area of their life it might not ...
Views: 1516 - My Heart is a Wheel of Swiss Cheese - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2004 from Wayne MisnerMy heart is a big wheel of Swiss cheese. It has large holes representing traumas from life events that have felt as harsh as death itself. As devastating as gun shot wounds, these holes have scarred me forever. Deaths--suicides--divorce--broken relationships--my failures--my mistakes and one ...
Views: 1516 - Regain your Inner Power - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanHave you ever strolled along the beach and spied a treasure hunter with his metal detector? It is kind of funny when you think of it. After all, what are the chances that someone will actually find a huge hidden treasure? In fact, more often than not, the treasure seeker may just be lucky enough ...
Views: 1516 - Expressing Emotions Effectively: How Do Smart Women Vent? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.There are several ways a woman can vent her frustrations and anger. Many of which could make things worse resulting in more trouble than she bargained for. Nonetheless, venting is a good skill to learn. But, do it smart! Don’t let it get the best of you, give your enemy power or sink a damaged ...
Views: 1515 - 3 Tips to Work Positive at Your Office Party - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from Joey FaucetteAnnouncements of office parties are met with either go-for-it’s or groans. The go-for-it’s are the ones who enjoyed last year’s party or just look forward to any social experience. The groans are the persons who remember last year’s with disdain or generally avoid socializing with their ...
Views: 1514 - Self Esteem, Self Confidence, And "Our Emotional States" - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2006 from Robert ScanlonHow is your self esteem, self-confidence related to your emotional state at any one time? And if it is, what can you or I do to take advantage of this relationship? Let's first explore the concept of an "emotional state". Human beings are creatures of emotion. We can ...
Views: 1514 - We All Have Weaknesses in Business - What’s Yours? - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Kathleen GageYears ago many consultants, speakers and authors taught that we must work on our weaknesses in order to succeed. Then there was the period where we were told to only focus on our strengths. The fact is, we must know both our strengths and weaknesses in order to fully position our offerings ...
Views: 1514 - Letting Go: How Can Someone Let Go Of The Past? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are experiences that one can have that won’t stop them from being able to carry on with their life; there are other experiences that can stop them from being able to move forward. When this happens, time will pass but their point of focus is going to be on what took place in the ...
Views: 1513 - Self Image: Do Your Feelings Define Your Self Image? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how someone sees themselves, the term ‘self image’ is often used. And the image that one has of themselves doesn’t have to reflect reality in any way; this is because there are no limits when it comes to how one can see themselves, but this doesn’t mean that one’s self image is ...
Views: 1513 - Social Experiment Videos: Why Do People Make Social Experiment Videos? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThe internet has given people the chance to express themselves in a number of ways, and while this can be for their own benefit; it can also be for the benefit of others. This is not to say that one can’t make a difference by doing something for themselves, as this is not always going to be the ...
Views: 1512 - Emotions: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Ignore Their Emotions? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough someone has emotions, it doesn’t mean that they will listen to them; they can then act as if they don’t even exist. When this happens, they are likely to be in a position where they ignore what is taking place in their body. On The Surface Their point of awareness can then end up ...
Views: 1511 - Say Goodbye to New Year Resolutions - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorNo, it isn’t too early to consider this; it is exactly the right time. The very things you do or don’t do about resolutions are what you do right now. And, you can do them differently starting today. First, it’s important to understand why resolutions you make any time fizzle out. For one, ...
Views: 1511(7 votes) - Self-Forgiveness - Is Your Guilt True or False? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2015 from Darlene LancerWe all experience guilt from time to time. But many of us have a hard time letting go of it and find it difficult to forgive ourselves, even though we may readily forgive others. First of all, it's important to recognize whether our guilt is true or false. Just because we feel guilty, that ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - Self-Talk: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Have Negative Self-Talk? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperHow someone treats others might reflect how they treat themselves, but then again, it might not. What this means is that there can be a big difference between how one treats others and how they treat themselves. If one was to come across someone who is kind to others, they could come to the ...
Views: 1511 - ***What should I do to get what I want? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2011 from Morty LefkoeIn this post I will answer a question I hear frequently in various forms: What should I do to get what I want? To begin with, there is no single “right” way to accomplish anything. What works for some people, won’t necessarily work for others. And what is effective today, won’t ...
Views: 1510 - Exercise: Can Someone Become Addicted To Exercise When They Can’t Regulate Their Emotions? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIn order for someone to be able to function at their best, there are a number of things that can be done. For one thing, it will be important for them to eat the right food, and what is right for them won’t necessarily be right for another. And if one doesn’t know what is right for them, ...
Views: 1510 - Incremental Confidence - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2013 from John SteelyFor someone who has had little success or achievement in their life, developing a strong level of self-confidence can be a significant challenge. It is a major leap of faith to believe in oneself to the depth necessary to develop a feeling of self-assurance in all aspects of your life. For ...
Views: 1510 - Why Your Inner Critic Can Be Your Worst Enemy - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Olaf SchwennesenThe Inner Critic is the nagging voice inside your head who constantly criticizes you. In reality, you do this yourself, but in therapy or if you want to change, it is advisable to treat that criticism as separated from yourself. There is a direct and an indirect way how the Inner Critic can harm ...
Views: 1510 - You Become What Your Think About - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaThere are so many self-help books on gaining wealth; some give you mental techniques, some give you practical skills. The biggest secret to wealth is that it starts from the inside. You can learn how to make all kinds of money, find killer investments, have multiple streams of income, but if ...
Views: 1510(1 vote) - Developing an Attitude of Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2012 from Marcy StahlHave you noticed that the most successful women entrepreneurs have a different way of talking, thinking and being than you do? Have you watched Oprah on her TV show and thought: What a great attitude! How can I be like her? Great news! You can be just like these women. How do you do that? By ...
Views: 1508 - Foundation Of Self - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Tonya RamseyImagine you are building a house. The first and most important step is to start with a strong foundation. A good foundation will support the structure of the house; a bad foundation will cause endless problems with the stability of the structure. The same thing applies to our own foundations. If ...
Views: 1508 - What is Genuine Control? - by Submitted on May 13, 2004 from Deanne Repich-- Genuine control is not something lost or gained according to what someone else says, does or thinks. It is within me in abundance at all times. -- Genuine control is not about trying to make people like or love me. It's about liking and loving myself and allowing my inner beauty to shine ...
Views: 1508 - Mental Toughness - Preferring Not Demanding - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Phil PearlThe following article looks at "demanding" and "preferring". Understanding the difference between these types of irrational and rational thinking is key to Mental Toughness. Demands are rigid thinking patterns and rules, where we insist that others, the world and ourselves must be a certain way, ...
Views: 1507(3 votes) - Self-Esteem: Make More Deposits Than Withdrawals - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockIt's an issue that crops up for people at every stage of life and can be improved for anyone, regardless of age. It is called our self esteem and can take a battering without warning. I'll help you to understand and increase your self esteem so that your internal 'bank account' of self esteem ...
Views: 1507(3 votes) - Single Moms Discover A New Friend - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI had a meeting last week with a new friend. It was only our second meeting, and I already feel like we have known each other forever. From the moment I saw her, we had something... not only is she the cutest thing ever, but we just have this synergy. We sat down and before I knew it, almost two ...
Views: 1507 - Why Visualizations Get Results! - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from joan breinerWhy Do Visualization Exercises Produce Results? Have you ever found yourself crying while watching a sad movie, you know it is not real, but the impression your brain is receiving is real and it produces tears. WHY? Fact: Research has shown that the same neuro-pathways in the brain are ...
Views: 1507(3 votes) - What is Genuine Control? - by Submitted on May 13, 2004 from Deanne Repich-- Genuine control is not something lost or gained according to what someone else says, does or thinks. It is within me in abundance at all times. -- Genuine control is not about trying to make people like or love me. It's about liking and loving myself and allowing my inner beauty to shine ...
Views: 1506 - Cleaning your Mind and Realizing Your Self Worth - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Kevin SinclairSpring cleaning is a tradition in many families, and when you hear this term you more than likely have an image of your family members sweeping through the home with dusters and mops. After all, spring is a great time to clean up! Clearing your mind however is another great form of Spring ...
Views: 1505 - Feeling Lonely? Time For A Change! - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Michael BrionThe other day I was browsing an online forum that focuses on relationships. They had topics ranging from your relationships with family and co-workers, to dating, to breakups, to general self-improvement, and many more. As I was going through some of the posts, one recurring theme kept ...
Views: 1505 - How To Build Confidence FAST! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonDo you know someone who seems to effortlessly achieve goals they set out to accomplish? And they reach those goals quickly? Their secret is simple – self-confidence. Part of healing from divorce is the quest for rebuilding of self-confidence that can erode over time in a marriage. Here are ...
Views: 1505 - The Media: Does The Media Define What Is Attractive? - by Submitted on May 14, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world people don’t have to come to their own conclusions about what the world is like or what is true or what is not, as the media is there to do it for them. Now, if what the media presented was always accurate and there were no hidden agendas, this would be fine. But the ...
Views: 1505 - Unfurl That Freak Flag! - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroContrary to what you may think, your freak flag doesn't have to be anything crazy, unless crazy is your thing! Flying your freak flag is more about showing up fully and not being afraid to show the world who you are and what's important to you. It's about taking a stand and having an opinion ...
Views: 1504 - Expectations: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Have Unrealistic Expectations? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who have clear expectations in life and then there are others who just ‘go with the flow’. When someone is clear about what they want out of life, it may give them the chance to fulfil their needs. Whereas, if they don’t have this outlook and they just coast along, they ...
Views: 1503 - Life Changes Can Be Your Choice To Greater Happiness - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Sonny JuliusHave you reached a point in your life when life is no longer exciting any more? Could it be that you haven't yet planned your retirement and really don't know what your life is going to be like when that time comes about? I remember discussing this subject with some of my friends when I ...
Views: 1503 - Therapy: Is It Only The People Who Have Problems That Have Therapy? - by Submitted on May 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was in a position where they have something wrong with their phone, for instance, there is a strong chance that they would get the right assistance. This could be a time where they will ask a friend what they should do, or they could simply take it to a phone shop. However, even if ...
Views: 1502 - Has Approval Been Your “Currency” Exchange in Life, Business, and Relationships? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorAll the strategies, systems, programs, books you’ve invested in that haven’t shifted your prosperity or life experience may have missed one key point. You may not realize approval, rather than value-for-value, is your imprinted “currency” exchange. Expectations and limiting beliefs introduced ...
Views: 1501(4 votes) - How to be Truly Beautiful - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Peter WinslowAre you a beautiful person? No matter how you answered, I challenge you to think again. Let me pose the question another way: Do you feel beautiful? That’s a horse of a different color. I’ve heard people remark on how refreshing it is to meet someone real, genuine and authentic, ...
Views: 1501(1 vote) - Self Improvement by Learning Assertiveness - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Mervyn gohSelf empowerment by empowering yourself with assertiveness Firstly, let’s look at what is assertiveness? Assertiveness is the capability to express how one feel and defend/fight for his rights while respecting the feelings and rights of others. Assertiveness is also often associated with ...
Views: 1501 - 1 Easy way to fix a broken board or your life - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Brian DawsonDuct Tape! Well, I wish fixing a broken surf board and your life was as easy as a trip to your local hardware store and a clever taping job, but sometimes a wave drops down on you so freakishly hard it breaks you and your board. The result, some broken bones, deep bruises and shattered ...
Views: 1500 - How to feel confident in your life - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from M.Farouk RadwanWhen self confidence is mentioned what usually comes to the mind of people is approaching the opposite sex or starting conversations with strangers and while both acts require a good amount of confidence still there is another type of confidence that is much more important that all other ...
Views: 1500 - Purpose: Can Having A Purpose Stop Someone From Being Distracted? - by Submitted on May 31, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThere are now more ways than ever before for people to be distracted. For example, one no longer needs to sit down and watch TV or to turn the radio on, as they can simply look at their phone and become completely consumed; no matter where they are or what they are doing. So based on this, ...
Views: 1500 - Not doing what you say: How it cripples you - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayNot doing what you say you’re gonna do is a habit. — A habit that is unsupportive of your success. That’s what my old group coach used to say. In every single session. Of course, we’re not just talking about not taking out the trash when you said you would, or not buying milk when you said ...
Views: 1498 - Start Journaling and Improve Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2015 from Laura CallisenAre you interested in making your life better in ways that you cannot imagine? You can do that. You don't need a self-help book, and you don't need hours of therapy (not that there's anything wrong with either of these). All you need is five dollars to invest in a notebook and a set of pens, ...
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