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How Core Beliefs Run Your Life - For Good or BadFoolproof Ways to Use Assertiveness to Request a RaiseTips for Using Social Media in a Healthy Manner- The Past - You Can Change Your Story - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteWhere is the past? Some people will say that the past is ‘behind them’. If you look ‘behind them’ you will not see the past. Others will point to their head and say the past is ‘in there, in my mind’. If you were to surgically open their head you would not ...
Views: 1476 - A Journey Of Self Value - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2007 from Michelle Roberton - JonesI have been guided to speak with you of my recent journey of "self value". Earlier this year I wrote to you of the importance of self value and how I personally had integrated an essence of value in my life by listening to my own needs and doing my best to fulfill them, recognising it was not ...
Views: 1474 - Acceptance: Is Acceptance Good Or Bad? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile it could be said that the ideal will be for one life’s to go as they want it to go, this doesn’t always take place. Instead, they can have moments when they don’t get what they want and there can be times when something ‘negative’ will occur. Resistance When something like this ...
Views: 1474 - Bullies At Work: Exceeding Corporate Limits - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Gwendolyn WardWhen a friend asked me to write about workplace bullying, I remembered the first time I was bullied by a senior manager. She told me I was doing a great job but needed to learn how to “kiss her a#$” (her words) for a promotion. Her boldness took me off guard and I blurted, “that aint NEVER going ...
Views: 1474 - Modeling Versus Conforming - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from John SteelyThere are two ideas in the personal development field that appear to be contradictions; however, since both appear to be valid, this contradiction must be apparent rather than real. The lack of substance to this contradiction is found when we explore the reason behind the two ideas. The ...
Views: 1474 - Overcoming Shyness - The 7 Simple Tricks - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyMany people struggle with overcoming shy. It can effect every aspect of your life, especially your interaction with other people. Being shy can cause you to miss out on friendships, fun experiences and learning new things. Shyness can cause you to have underdeveloped people skills and lacking ...
Views: 1474 - Choose Your Friends Wisely - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Eva GregoryAs individuals concerned about quality of life and the environment, I am sure that you frequently consider how the environment affects your well-being. Asking questions about what is being spewed into the air that is breathed, dumped into the water that is drunk, or absorbed into the food that ...
Views: 1473 - Emotional Problems: Do Your Emotional Experiences Reflect Your Childhood? - by Submitted on May 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone’s car runs smoothly, there is going to be no reason for them to take a deeper look into how it works. And the same could be said when it comes to others areas of their life. For example, if their body is not causing them any problems, there is also going to be no need for them ...
Views: 1473 - “So what do you do?” — 4 surprisingly effective ways to answer a cliché - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2017 from Andy KayDon't you hate it when you're in a situation where you have to get into that decades-long worn-out social interaction routine of "So what do you do"? I do. "So what do you do?" is the discount pasta of small-talking. We've all heard it 1000 times too many, and while it might've had a ...
Views: 1473 - 5 Traits of a Prosperous Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Andrea CallahanThe Top 5 Traits Every Entrepreneur Must Have Learn 5 strategies you must have to be an extraordinarily successful executive. PERSPECTIVE & HUMOR - A balanced perspective is essential as you balance your life and collaborate your personal; your business; and your spirit. This ...
Views: 1472(1 vote) - How to stop being needy and live with self-respect - by Submitted on May 14, 2017 from Felicity MuscatDid you know that self-respect is impossible if you are needy? Did you know that neediness is the main reason for low self-esteem, low self-confidence, for feelings of inadequacy and feeling extremely unattractive and being rejection-prone? Did you know that your neediness will undermine any ...
Views: 1472 - Lack Of Confidence - What Should You Do About It? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from George McNaneySuffering with a lack of confidence is a common condition that can affect you in a number of ways. You avoid social events, because it's difficult to speak easily with strangers. You want to find the confidence to apply for your ideal job, but interviews fill you with dread. You'd love to ...
Views: 1472 - What is Freedom? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Hilary KrozuskiFreedom means the absence of restraint or control. It gives people the authority over their own self, their decisions, and actions according to their own likes and dislikes without any intervention. It is their right of freewill. There are four types of freedoms in general parlance, individual ...
Views: 1472(3 votes) - Depression: Can Feeling Helpless Cause Someone To Be Depressed? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperThere can be times when someone’s life will go how they want it to and times when it won’t. It could be said that this is simply part of life, and not something that can be changed. However, although this is the case, it is going to be down to one to decide how they will respond when it ...
Views: 1471 - How to really build confidence - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from M.Farouk Radwanmost people fail to build self confidence because they don’t work on fixing the right areas where they lack self confidence. I gave the example of the successful person who lacks confidence because of problems in his social life and who never manages to feel confident even though he is achieving ...
Views: 1471(1 vote) - Romancing Your Self - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Dominique HurleyDo you feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are? Does your life revolve so much around other people and situations that you no longer feel centered? Are you resentful, angry, or depressed because you don’t have enough time, or you’re too burned out to enjoy the time you have? Are there times ...
Views: 1471(1 vote) - Self-Awareness: Can Toxic Shame Stop Someone From Having Self-Awareness? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperTo be human means that one not only has the ability to think and to feel, they also have the ability observe their own thoughts and feelings. Therefore, it is possible for them to experience life on one hand and to observe life on the other. When it comes to observing one’s outer experience, ...
Views: 1471 - Your Character: It's Who You Are - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Gary BergenskeHow do you build a character that garners respect? Character is not about having everyone like you; it’s about making everyone respect you and for what you stand. In the world today there are people who have allowed their character to be tarnished. People have sold themselves through ...
Views: 1471 - Character Building - Growing Strong Through Adversity - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWhat's character building all about? Ever heard someone say, "I earned my degree at the School of Hard Knox."? As a parody of higher education with respect to life, many have achieved inner wisdom and greatness by overcoming the perils of life through sheer willpower and determination to ...
Views: 1470 - Critical Thinking: Does Identity Politics Disempower People? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s political climate, there appears to be a greater focus on what would be good for people who belong to a particular gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. As a result of this, what would benefit people in general no longer has the same level of importance. An Obsession It ...
Views: 1469 - How to Increase Faith in Yourself For Business Owners & Self-Employed Professionals - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2021 from Sandra Margret B.TODAY’S article will reveal some practical tips on how to maintain one’s morale and keep marching towards your financial prosperity in business. First, let’s explore here what we actually mean by “faith.” Faith is neither hoping for something to happen nor is it referring to the idea of trusting ...
Views: 1469(1 vote) - "If I'm not accepted, I'm not okay" - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2005 from David LongoGive yourself the most powerful coffee breakyou ever had. Find the GOLD within this message... "If I'm not accepted, I'm not okay." Has that ever been your motto? Be honest with yourself, now.Don't you secretly think this? Sure, you might have that "inner wall" of resistance to a statement ...
Views: 1468 - Choosing Confidence - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2007 from Steve GoodierCarefully examining a display in the drugstore, a man asked the pharmacist, "Do you really guarantee this hair-restorer?" The pharmacist responded, "Better than that, sir. We give a comb with every bottle." Wouldn't you love to have that kind of confidence? One man quipped, "When it comes to ...
Views: 1468(1 vote) - Resilience: Can Embracing Our Pain Lead To Resilience? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperPain is part of life, and while this much is true, it doesn’t mean that this makes it any easier to accept it. And while there will be times when one does all they can to avoid pain, there will be other times when they are forced to face it. Experiencing pleasure is something that is more ...
Views: 1468 - 3 Lists You Can Make to Boost Your Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Michael BroderNo one is perfect. And we all have numerous characteristics that comprise our personalities and abilities. But for some, that nagging voice in your head that points out your flaws might be drowning out your ability to truly reflect on and appreciate all you have to offer. The first step ...
Views: 1466 - Self Improvement – The Clear Path To Success - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2018 from Don WeyantAs the Self Improvement saying goes, "the wiser I become, the more I know how much more there is to know." The tools I share worked for me. They are not the only way, but a way: a way that has guided me towards a level of internal peace and an unconditional love of self. This kind of love ...
Views: 1466(1 vote) - Zero Investment Innovation: A Creative Combination of Idea, Self and Selflessness - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2017 from Pradeepta NayakThe world over, there is a major issue which has been usually under-highlighted, that is, people in general have a tendency to take credit for themselves, and attribute the causes of failure to others. Not owning up failure by ourselves has been one of the causes of undesirable consequences of ...
Views: 1466(1 vote) - ***Who Are You? Misguided Blockhead or Masterful Wizard? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteWho are you? Some say that a person is a product of his or her choices. Much like the causality dilemma of "Which came first, the chicken or the egg?" that evokes questions about life and how the Universe in general began, who you are can be rooted in a circular cause and consequence pattern of ...
Views: 1465(5 votes) - Self-Confidence is a Major Element of Success in Public Speaking Success - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda BonannoSelf-confidence is a crucial element in public speaking success. You are not speaking just to hear yourself talk – you are speaking because you have something to say. Before you can command the attention of your audience, you have to believe that you have a message that is worth listening to ...
Views: 1465(1 vote) - Success: Can Toxic Shame Stop Someone From Being Successful? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to ask a group of people what their favourite country is, they are unlikely to hear the same answer over and over again. One person might enjoy going to Australia, while another may enjoy going to Mexico, for instance. What this partly shows is how different people are, and how ...
Views: 1465 - Dating: Can Someone Push Other People Away If They Are Needy? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one goes on a date, it is going to be important for them to make sure that they look right. This is not to say that they will need to spend hours on their appearance before they go out; what it comes down to is that it won’t be a good idea for them to overlook how they look. In ...
Views: 1464 - Six Steps to Surviving Stress - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Catherine CardinalWhether the economy goes up or down, it looks like stress is here to stay. In addition to putting a strain on your body, one of the many side effects of protracted stress can be diminished self-esteem. It may be subtle, but feeling overwhelmed by responsibility erodes our ability to love ...
Views: 1463(7 votes) - Sweet Intoxicating Fragrance of Global Social Change: Esoteric Educational Psychology - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Paula Andrea Pyle, MAEsoteric Educational Psychology: Emission of Cosmic Pheromones Not all things can be explained even with the most advanced technology and scientific procedures, but with enough time, research, experience and esoteric wisdom we will see more than we see now. In this rapidly changing society, ...
Views: 1463(4 votes) - 4 Tips and Ideas for Developing Good Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2014 from Mark VillarosaThe mind can play tricks on you. These tricks manifest themselves through your ability to spot imperfections that nobody else seems to notice. Many people want something more; want to be a little bit better and a little bit prettier. It seems like happiness and self-esteem depend on these ...
Views: 1462 - Boundaries: Why Do Some People Attract People Who Walk All Over Them? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was walked over by someone, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they will have literally put their feet on their body. What it can also mean is that another person has violated their personal space. When this happens, the other person won’t have respected their boundaries, and this will ...
Views: 1462 - Self-Development: Can Self-Development Cause Someone To Develop A Superiority Complex? - by Submitted on May 13, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to take their car to a garage, it could be due to a number of reasons. On one hand, it could be due to something minor, and on the other hand, it could be due to something major. However, regardless of why they have taken their car there, the main thing is that they have taken ...
Views: 1462 - Weight Loss: Why Do Some People Become Attention Seekers When They Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, there are all kinds of things that someone can do when they are carrying a few too many pounds. When it comes to what one will do to lose weight, it can all depend on their personality. Active If one has a lot of energy, they might decide to engage in some kind of ...
Views: 1462 - Five Revolutionary Confidence Tricks and Tips to Improve Yourself - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Rhod JonesIf you see yourself lacking the necessary confidence to make sufficient strides in life, then proven and effective confidence tricks will definitely do you some good. Confidence is a very important part of a person's character but not everyone has it. Most of the time, people who fail are ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - Teen Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2008 from Robert And Shelley JakobsenOne of the main reasons teens turn to drugs and alcohol is low self-esteem. The key to keeping teens from abusing these drugs is to help them build their self-esteem. According to various health reports, teens are less likely to participate in recreational drugs and binge drinking if they have ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - Self-Confidence – How to Eliminate Psychological Problems and Fears through Dream Translation - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Christina SponiasOnce you master the dream language, you’ll have a direct communication with the wise and saintly unconscious mind that produces your dreams. The unconscious wisdom and sanctity will guide you, showing you all your mistakes and misconceptions. You must transform your personality and get ...
Views: 1460 - Toxic Shame: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Experience Toxic Shame? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile one has inherent worth, it doesn’t mean that they’re able to realise this. And when this is the case, it is likely to be due to the toxic shame that they’re carrying within them. As all the time one is carrying this within them, it is going to make it more or less impossible for them to ...
Views: 1460 - Getting Confidence from Others - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from John SteelyGaining confidence can be difficult, particularly if you are just starting after a history of not having any. If you have a list of situations where you did not accomplish what you set out to get done, or you have not gotten what you strived for, confidence can be in short supply. One way to ...
Views: 1459 - How to stop sabotaging relationships and get the love, connection and relationship you want - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Felicity MuscatDid you know that many people who are afraid of rejection, intimacy, and abandonment often tend to fall into self-sabotaging behaviours such as manipulation, avoidance, overeating, jealousy, drug and alcohol use, infidelity and so on in order to try and “protect” themselves from being ...
Views: 1459 - Defeat-Proof Your Mind - by Submitted on May 05, 2015 from Michael MantellIt took quite awhile to earn that degree, to go on for graduate studies, to land that impressive job. And somehow, it’s still leaving you with thoughts of defeat, of fear and worry. Or perhaps that degree and job hasn’t happened for you, it’s not where you put your skills to work. Perhaps ...
Views: 1458(2 votes) - Find Self Acceptance - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Lailah MoridThe meaning of self acceptance is to accept our shortcomings as well as our accomplishments. We all have faults and successful moments in our lives. Getting through life happily and peacefully requires us to understand the balance of positive and negative. We have hard times as well as easy ...
Views: 1458 - How to Discover the Courage to Be Fiercely You - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2018 from Parvati DeviOne of the pivotal quotes that shaped my life growing up was from one of my favorite musical icons, David Bowie: “The worst trick God can play is to make you an artist, but a mediocre one.” Internalizing my version of his message, my motto became through high school and university that I would ...
Views: 1458(1 vote) - Rethinking The Purpose Of Your Career - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Judy WidenerWhile you’re on this earth, you have the opportunity to express your distinctive passion and talents in a way that you find worthwhile. Your career is one mode for expressing your passion. While the rest of you evolves, your career will, too. Your choices will naturally shift over time as ...
Views: 1458 - The Quiet Killer! - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Maggie SliderOn the last day of school for 2015, with my daughter in grade 11, she decided for the first time to participate in the school dodge ball tournament. So her and five of her good friends got together and created a team. My son had actually made mention of it and told her not to bother, that her ...
Views: 1457 - What would you do if you weren’t afraid or addicted to other people’s approval? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Southwest Institute of Healing ArtsI have recently been invited to speak for a major corporation with an audience of over 500 people. My first response was of fear because I have never spoken to an audience of more than 250 people. After going through the whirlwind of buts and becauses and then speaking with a few of my mentors I ...
Views: 1457(5 votes) - ABOUT AUTHENTICITY AND HOW TO FIND YOUR REAL SELF - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2018 from Sara FabianThis sentence rings the bell with me and with many women I’ve worked with: “I don’t know who I am anymore!” The question is: “Have you ever known who you really are?” We live in a society that puts high pressure on young girls and women to fit certain standards of intelligence and beauty. ...
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