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Views: 936 - Self Esteem – What is Self Image and Why Is It Important To Your Self Esteem? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Amanda OllierWhat Is Self Image? In very simple terms, your self image is basically the mental picture that you have created of yourself. It is made up of a number of elements which fall into two broad groups. The first group contains the things which others are able to see and which could be ...
Views: 1280 - Self Esteem – Where Self Esteem Comes From - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Amanda OllierSelf-esteem is a term you hear bandied around all over the place and whilst you understand that we all have some and that it's better for it to be high than low, do you actually understand exactly what self esteem is and where it comes from? What Is Self Esteem? In the most simplistic of ...
Views: 897(1 vote) - Become Beautiful by Developing Natural Health and Beauty - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Chantel ClarkAlthough beauty is such a daunting subject to discuss, because it may be perceived in so many ways, one thing is certain: a nutritious, health conscience person is invariably gorgeous, confident and pleasurable a majority of the time. It’s because certain neurotransmitters that are released ...
Views: 1405(3 votes) - Make Your Self at Home! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonPack up those limiting beliefs and move into your comfort zone What a great feeling it is to toss that last moving box into the driveway, walk back into your new place, and realize that you have created “Home.” This is where you come after a long day, where your routines are established, ...
Views: 1291(2 votes) - There Is No Need To Worry - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Mandy ZadoorianThe act of worry is not anything to be taken lightly and is considered a major influence that enables a series of negative outcomes to become a reality. People tend to become out of tune with relationships, jobs, family and most importantly, themselves. Although it is human nature to be ...
Views: 1671(1 vote) - How to Deal with Criticism. - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Steven BurnsCriticism is a fact of life. No matter what you do people will, at some stage, have there opinions about it and feel the need to voice it in a way that doesn't always seem positive. Some people tell you to ignore criticism, others say it's an opportunity to grow and learn...just what is the best ...
Views: 2622(1 vote) - How Many Rocks Are in Your Backpack? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Val WilcoxI can hear your thoughts… “What? Rocks in a backpack? Why that’s crazy! Makes no sense to carry heavy rocks around.” But you are, whether you know it or not. When you hold onto bad experiences from your past and use them as excuses for your actions, you my friend ARE carrying around rocks in ...
Views: 1637(1 vote) - BUILDING SELF-ESTEEM, SELF-RESPONSIBILITY, AND SELF-EFFICACY - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Darlene LancerSelf-responsibility both reflects and generates self-esteem. People with high self-esteem feel that they are in charge of their lives. They have a sense of agency and self-efficacy. They take responsibility for their feelings, actions, and lives. It also means that you take responsibility for ...
Views: 3065(5 votes) - Staying In Integrity - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Val WilcoxWhat thoughts does Staying In Integrity bring up for you? Does it mean that you are being true to your beliefs? Does it mean following through on your word, keeping your commitments? Does it mean being accountable? Now, when you think about these areas, do you have any feelings of ...
Views: 2629(2 votes) - Clarify the Right Relationship with Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Val WilcoxAs you travel through life, you’ll want to have a direction to follow. Clarifying what you desire in your life will give you this map. Not only will this aid you in your path, it will also be a guide for who you attract into your life. If your relationships are not bringing you joy and ...
Views: 1460(1 vote) - Can You Hear Me Now? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Val WilcoxAre you listening? No, I’m not really talking about listening to others when they speak. I’m talking about connecting with yourself, your head with your heart and your source - the infinite being. Are you using all three levels of being? Picture three spheres connected vertically, a ...
Views: 1136(1 vote) - What You Think of Me is None of My Business - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Val WilcoxYup, that’s what I said. Do I have your attention? Alright, let’s talk. I’m not advocating acting as if no one else in the world matters. What I am saying is how many of your decisions are based on what you think someone else may think or say? Do you follow your dreams or do you ...
Views: 2018(3 votes) - Self Motivation Techniques – 4 Simple Ways to Fire up Your Inner Drive - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Rotem CohenIt happens to all of us from time to time… we just wake up lacking the energy to do anything… Not wanting to go out of bed, not wanting to stay in it either. That's normal. That's the stuff of life, so to speak. What is NOT normal is getting attached to a lack of energy and motivation. ...
Views: 5294 - Motivation: Getting Yourself Back on Track - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Rotem CohenAt times, all we need is a way that can keep us motivated and get us back on track. The following suggestions will help you accomplish just that. Appreciate failure - Many people find failure difficult and demoralizing. For them, failing on something – whether it’s a single goal or a large ...
Views: 3631 - Motivation – Begin Building a Dream and Celebrate Your Successes - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Rotem CohenMotivation is intriguing. At times, you need huge motivators – life changing events that turn your life around – and sometimes, you need only a nudge - those little pushes – a sweet quote on a card – to empower you to map out your success strategy. Here are few suggestions to help you keep the ...
Views: 1783 - Are Competing Commitments Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Val WilcoxCompeting Commitments may be getting in the way of following your dreams. You say you’re committed to achieving a certain goal, yet your actions say otherwise. What you say and what occurs are total opposites. Your actions speak louder than words. Have you ever had this happen? Have you ...
Views: 4780(2 votes) - Appreciating Yourself and Raising Your Self-Worth - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Pamela TurnerAs within, so without. The way you think about yourself is the way the world thinks about you. If you value yourself, the world values you. If you don’t value you yourself, you might find that money does not flow to you. If you ignore your needs, you may find people not paying attention to you, ...
Views: 2662(2 votes) - Avoid Mediocrity – And Live Like You Mean It! - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Betty JonesWant to know what it feels like to be the best version of you and finally come out of the closet? What panties are you wearing? Yes, you heard me right. If you want to be the best version of yourself, and live like you mean it, you need to start with what’s underneath. It’s time to ...
Views: 1390(2 votes) - Conflicting Thoughts May Weaken and Destroy You - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Luminita SaviucYou’re sitting in your bed and contemplating about your life, about the ups and about the downs. You say it’s time for a change, you say it’s time for you to make something of yourself and you really believe it’s possible. In fact you will start changing your life starting tomorrow. Tomorrow ...
Views: 3150(1 vote) - Mystique of Inner Beauty - Shift Happens - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Peter WinslowI recently received a letter from a very light soul who candidly and sincerely offered the following: "Understanding who we are is so confusing. I learn lessons every day, but I see I am still lost… We read many books, trying to find ourselves. I have a heart that wants to give and to ...
Views: 1282(1 vote) - 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: 1467(1 vote) - How to Build Confidence. - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Steven BurnsThere’s a common misconception that people have that seriously hinders them from being relaxed and confident around people. It’s the limiting belief that they have no control or influence over the feelings and emotions that they feel throughout their body. That they just kind of happen…and they ...
Views: 1883(2 votes) - Self Esteem: The Secret to Uncovering Hidden Personal Power Is the Ego Shadow - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Valencia RaySelf-esteem is essential to living free of external "busy bodies" that want to tell you have to live. It is very important to love and accept yourself if you want freedom of expression and to live out a high level of your potential gifts and talents. As long as you are "looking for love in ...
Views: 838 - Confidence and Self Image: What Part in the Game of Life Is Playing You? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Valencia RaySelf-image and confidence is not to be taken lightly. You cannot really rise above, or at least stay above your self-image. In fact, your brain acts as a cybernetic mechanism, which is a fancy way of saying "thermostat". Whatever is your set point tends to be your self-fulfilling prophecy. If ...
Views: 816 - SELF-CRITICISM - SELF-ESTEEM'S SABOTEUR - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerWomen are notorious at finding fault with themselves. A Dove study last year found that over 40 percent of women are unhappy with their looks, and over two-thirds suffer low confidence about their bodies. Many blamed the airbrushed, ideal models for setting unrealistic, unattainable standards. ...
Views: 1588(2 votes) - Women's Self-Esteem For Stress Reduction, Balance, and Autonomy - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerIn working with women for decades, I've found that self-esteem is the common denominator of many women's issues. With better self-esteem, women are more able to find balance, handle stress, and claim their autonomy. Universally, women are considered inferior to men, and although our culture ...
Views: 2317(2 votes) - Self-Esteem: Why It Matters - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from Darlene LancerMost women suffer from lack of self-confidence, even despite greater job and educational opportunities than ever before. Lack of self-esteem starts as early as nine years old for girls and steadily worsens in adolescence, even if they excel in school. Self-confidence is a manifestation of ...
Views: 1877(1 vote) - Are You Codependent? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene LancerDo you wonder if you are Codependent? Do you regularly sacrifice your opinions, needs or wants, and then feel resentful? Do you feel guilty saying no and resentful when you don’t? Are you controlled by, or try to control someone else, whom your thoughts and feelings revolve around, as in the ...
Views: 2695(2 votes) - Raising Powerful Kids - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Laurie McAnaughMost parents share the goal of raising happy, healthy, well-rounded and polite children, but what about confident, compassionate and self aware children? What can we do to create an atmosphere in our homes that encourages our kids to see, hear and correct their own inappropriate behavior ...
Views: 1233(3 votes) - Diffidence vs. Self Confidence - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Venkataraman SambasivaDiffidence vs. Self Confidence K S VENKATARAMAN During that evening, Mani Sharma, a great singer was to sing in that famous music hall. There was a very huge crowd of his fans. The house overflowed with eager fans. Quite a number of connoisseurs of music had gathered in the hall and had ...
Views: 2321 - 5 Steps to Rewrite Your Story - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Belinda LamsSarah walked into a party of people she didn't know. She was handed a drink and whisked into a lively conversation with several women. The gal across from her asked, "So, what do you do?" Sarah started to respond just as the woman turned her attention to a nearby group that had burst into ...
Views: 3134 - Are You Scared Of Others? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWe all get nervous from time to time. Have you ever felt intimidated or scared of others? Good news: Most of them are also like you--scared as a puppy. For example, you see a glamorous actress on screen, and you gushed, "wow, I wish I can be like her, admired, popular, successful, with lots ...
Views: 768 - Life Skills for Children – Why You Should Start a Family Business With Your Kids - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2010 from Stephen CraineTeaching life skills to your children can be fun, give them great lessons for life, and give your family some real quality time together. One way to give this important life coaching to your children is to teach them the basics of running a business. You don’t have to be a successful business ...
Views: 1791 - Decisions, Decisions and more Decisions - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2010 from Josephine ForresterSo many decisions to be made every day !! How do we choose what is right for us personally? There is an overabundance of information available. There seems to be an equal amount of pros and cons on any given subject. Which vitamins & supplements are really necessary? Do we move on or ...
Views: 2878(3 votes) - The Mystique of Inner Beauty - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2010 from Peter WinslowDo you have the answer to this puzzler? You can’t fake it, but you can definitely hide it. You can’t buy or sell it, but it never stops giving to those who have it. You can’t see it, but everyone feels when it’s there. Got your answer? Most people chime in with answers like ...
Views: 1206(1 vote) - FOLLOW THE QUESTION INWARD by Parisha Taylor - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Parisha taylor“……. When man is strong enough to truly look at himself objectively, he will find it happened when he was totally involved in service to others. This is when we remember and the question is answered of who and what we are. Then and only then, can we see clearly and know Great Spirit. This is ...
Views: 2108(2 votes) - Size doesn’t really matter - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Diane CraigIn fitting rooms across the planet, “Does it make me look fat?” — is without a doubt the pivotal issue that makes or breaks a clothing sale. Ultimately, it’s a rhetorical question because the woman doing the trying-on will make the call herself. If she has even the slightest uncertainty that the ...
Views: 2008(2 votes) - How to Turn Your Weird into Your Wonderful - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Jackie GartmanI always thought I was weird. I felt like an outcast in middle and high school, Girl Scouts, college, and most of my jobs. I still feel weird sometimes. I never felt twelve when I was twelve, I never felt 25 when I was 25, and I don't feel like I'm 48. Whatever those ages are supposed to feel ...
Views: 1045(1 vote) - The Secret Science of Change - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Suzie WolferThe Secret Science of Change: Stop Being So Hard on Yourself By Suzie Wolfer LCSW www.suziewolfer.com Most people have an Inner Critic that tries to brow beat or guilt them into change. You may hear that little voice saying “You should . . . “or “You shouldn’t . . . .” I call this ...
Views: 3449(4 votes) - Self Esteem and Confidence: Why Self Acceptance Accelerates Personal Growth - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Valencia RayCore confidence, coming from an inner place of authenticity by default will cultivate a healthy sense of self-esteem. Let’s get clear here: self-esteem as I define it is not narcissism and is essential to personal power and a secure self-image. If you buy into the idea that putting yourself ...
Views: 897 - Are You Good Enough Yet? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Valencia RayCore confidence is the key to breaking the never-ending cycle of not being "good enough". As you know "good enough" is relative so how could you ever make this determination as a way to being? It is so connected to "doing" that you will always have something else to, well, do. Basing your ...
Views: 1003 - Self Esteem - Who is That Mean Girl and Why is She Still Bullying Me? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Valencia RaySelf-esteem and self-image make a huge difference in the level of success you can have not only in your business, but it will affect relationships and even health. There have actually been studies that show that low self-esteem lowers your health, as for one thing, it impacts your susceptibility ...
Views: 962 - Self Esteem and Confidence - Why Self Acceptance Accelerates Personal Growth - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Valencia RayCore confidence, coming from an inner place of authenticity by default will cultivate a healthy sense of self-esteem. Let's get clear here: self-esteem as I define it is not narcissism and is essential to personal power and a secure self-image. If you buy into the idea that putting yourself ...
Views: 765 - Be a Selfish Person - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from CHARLES GLASSMANThe term narcissist comes from Ovid’s myth of a vain young boy Narcissus. To make a long story short, one day the teenage boy happens upon a lake where he sees his reflection and falls in love with the boy whom he sees. At some point later, he learns that the image he sees is actually himself. ...
Views: 2357(2 votes) - Dreams Have No Boundaries - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonHave you watched the movie about Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean? It is an interesting movie and, like most people who push past known boundaries, she was a very intriguing person. She followed her dreams, and certainly her belief was that there are no ...
Views: 1628 - Interviewing Etiquette: Use These Etiquette Tips and Outshine The Competition - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Walethia AquilOver the course of my career as an etiquette and image coach, I have had the privilege of working with some very high profile and influential people. But nothing gives me more joy than to find ways to give back and teach our young people using the same skills and techniques. You are never too ...
Views: 2934 - Four principles of ethical power - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Mark EyreHow do you feel about your life? Do you feel like you're on a treadmill, doing things you'd prefer not to do? Do you feel that you might only become powerful at the cost of being ethical? Personal power is a strange thing, and it has absorbed me for several years. On one level, it is ...
Views: 2710(1 vote) - Wonder Woman Wannabe? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Eva GregoryBelief is such an important part of the Law of Attraction. Belief begins with believing in yourself. Sometimes it can be hard believing in yourself. There have been those giving you feedback all your life. Some of the feedback has been positive and some not so positive. Not everyone can give ...
Views: 1247(4 votes) - ***Unleash the Power of a Positive Attitude: Be Positive - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Joan Breiner, M.Ed. and Susyn Reeve, M.Ed.The positive thinker sees the invisible, feels the intangible and achieves the impossible. - Unknown Our thinking informs our experience. A positive outlook, your attitude, can transform a traffic jam into an opportunity to practice patience. But a new thought is not enough. You must ...
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