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- Happy New Year - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Darlene Siddons“The best year of your life begins today.” -Alan Cohen- Here we are into the bright fresh new year of 2008. With all of our new resolutions, our lists of all the things we are going to accomplish, all the projects we are going to start and the ones we are going to finish, the people we are ...
Views: 1236 - A $2.4 Million Personality - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Dawn AngierA $2.4 Million Personality According to an Associated Press story, the headline above is true. It seems that Gwen Butler, a bartender in an upscale restaurant in Boston’s Beacon Hill section, made quite an impression on one of her patrons—a multimillion-dollar impression. Gwen is a ...
Views: 1234(5 votes) - Make Way for a Different Kind of Thinking - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from James KrehbielI distinctly recall when Nathan began seeing me for counseling. He was a skinny, sensitive kid with a big heart. At age 13, he struggled in the midst of a tumultuous custody battle that left emotional scars. My job was to prop him up - to give him hope that things would change for the better ...
Views: 1234(2 votes) - Dude! What's My Sign? - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Daniel ToopsDude! What’s My Sign? Talk about an identity crisis. Millions of people are now in the proverbial quagmire of finding themselves! With the recent news that the zodiac signs have shifted and what you once thought you were may not be applicable people are daunted and want answers!!! In fact the ...
Views: 1233 - Reach Your Full Potential - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Louis QuezadaWhen I look in the World I see many people that have the potential to be great in their lives but a lot of the times they are depressed and sad. They are miserable at their jobs and have no drive in life. What makes these people so sad? Are they sad due to not reaching their full potential? ...
Views: 1232 - 5 Revelations Why The Traditions of Christmas Can Make You Depressed - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Michelle GreeneAs the Christmas season approaches, there’s usually a feeling of yuletide cheer in the air. All you have to do is turn on the TV and you’ll be inundated with the endless stream of commercials. Each product promises they have just what you need to make this the best holiday ever. For some ...
Views: 1231(1 vote) - Why You Should Be Grateful For... You. - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2014 from Garrett PaknisIt's the time of year when gratitude is all over everyone’s bucket list. How many of your emails have been taken over with reminders to be grateful for all we have? Many companies are even employing our “gracious” holiday spirit to try to bank extra revenue during this shopping-heavy time of ...
Views: 1231 - Changing it up... - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Barbara EdieIf fall has a theme, it’s all about change—in the air, the temperatures and even our schedules. Yes, summer’s out, autumn’s in. The days are crisper, the nights are chilly (sometimes frosty) and our calendars seem to fill quickly after the slower pace of summer. Personally, I love this time ...
Views: 1230 - Dreaming YOUR World Into Being - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from Amethyst WyldfyreWhat did you dream of when you were a little girl? Did you dream you'd grow up to be a teacher, a nurse, a mom, a pilot and astronaut? I remember when I was 9 years old - I loved to read - I read everything I could get my hands on - and one of the things I read every month - almost as soon as it ...
Views: 1230 - The Possibilities of Possibility. - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Sarah CentrellaHave you ever felt like you were on the brink of something? Like the brink of falling in love...those butterflies, that hope. The feeling that the world is yours all you need to do is roll outa bed, open the door to discover the rainbow has landed on your welcome mat. I have felt like that ...
Views: 1230 - Magical Music! - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2009 from Cherokee BillieMusic is magic! Music speaks louder than words and it's a 'language' that the whole world understands. Did you know that people can be mentally conditioned to respond to a set stimulus like a series of tone signals? It works almost like a telephone does: You can dial a certain combination of ...
Views: 1229 - Rise Above the Hurt: Using Compassion to Heal - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Karin VoloHurt people hurt people. I recently read this and it really struck a cord with me. When I read that statement and let the meaning really sink in, I felt myself being lifted to a higher level of understanding. I felt my heart open up and compassion flow through me because I realized, aren’t we ...
Views: 1229 - TAKE THE LEAD: You have what it takes. Here’s how! - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieOUR INHERENT NATURE We are all teachers and students and we are all leaders and followers. Why do I say this? It is the nature of existence. We have to engage in life-long learning if we want our success to continue. So we have to humble ourselves and get other people, be they younger or older ...
Views: 1229(3 votes) - The Compromise Imperative - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2019 from William CottringerThe Compromise Imperative By Bill Cottringer “I shall argue that strong men, conversely, know when to compromise and that all principles can be compromised to serve a greater principle. ~Andrew Carnegie. Our main thinking paradigm today is still stuck somewhere between a ...
Views: 1228 - You are what You Say - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from cedric riceHave you ever heard the bible verse that says that whatever a man thinks in his heart defines who he is? The same is true of the words which come out of your mouth. They give an accurate picture of just what’s inside of your spirit man because they are the essence of your spirit. If you want to ...
Views: 1228(1 vote) - Sharing Some Spiritual Thoughts From Gary Zukav (Part Three - from "Inspirational Books") - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2007 from Craig LockCategory: spiritual, life meaning, inspiration. Web Sites: http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html and http://www.craiglockbooks.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html (Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, words of inspiration, ...
Views: 1227 - This 'Crisis' Can be a Good thing - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Dana MrkichDid you know that the symbol for crisis in the Chinese language also means opportunity? When I went to write this month’s Monthly Visions I struggled for a few minutes, wondering how to approach the topic of this month in the most sensitive manner possible. I know many people are going through ...
Views: 1227(1 vote) - How to Become an Inspiration - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from Kevin NgoOne of the best ways to become an inspiration is by achieving your own goals. How many times have you watched a show or read about someone’s life, their struggles and triumph, and became inspired by the person they’ve become? There’s something about watching that fighting spirit within ...
Views: 1226 - Outgrowing Your Distractions: Knowing When To Let Them Go! - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Gwendolyn WardA while ago, I met a childhood friend and after a few minutes of conversation, I realized…she needed to stay in my childhood. She was gossiping about people I didn’t remember and I felt like I was stuck in a high school, “mean girl” moment. When she finally said “let’s stay in touch” I dodged ...
Views: 1226(1 vote) - Sharing Our Gifts - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanI believe that we all want to be of service in some way. We all want to help others. And maybe we are clear about how we share our gifts. Or maybe we need a bit of guidance to figure out what we can give, see what our talents are, and learn how others could benefit from them. I was ...
Views: 1226(1 vote) - Your Past Does Not Have to Be Your Future ~ Reinvent Yourself In 2017! - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2017 from Kelley KosowIt is with enormous enthusiasm that I write the first newsletter of 2017. I am excited about welcoming the start of a new year and standing with you in a place of unlimited possibilities and the promise of creating an off-the-charts year! There is no time like the present for us all to declare ...
Views: 1226 - 10 Proven Tips to Get What You Want! - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2019 from Christine Reidhead10 Proven Tips to Get What You Want! Are you stuck? Are you trying hard to achieve your simplest dreams, but you seem to be standing in the same place without moving a step forward? Here are 10 proven tips to get what you want! Now, I will give you the proven success recipe that will ...
Views: 1223 - DECISIONS - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Sande ShurinWhy are decisions so difficult? Because each one has ramifications – and we are looking for our choices to be perfect…to answer every need and criteria. What a shock – they usually don’t. I suggest you look at the following: - Why has the item or event to decide upon come about? - ...
Views: 1223(3 votes) - Success is a Mindset - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2016 from Maria Khalife“I promise you nothing is as chaotic as it seems. Nothing is worth diminishing your health. Nothing is worth poisoning yourself into stress, anxiety, and fear.” ~ Steve Maraboli Do you welcome success in your life? A healthy, positive, optimistic mindset does more than just boost your mood. A ...
Views: 1223 - Best of The Best Residence Education Your Dog Fast - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from Wajahat AliPotty education is the unmarried maximum crucial thing you may do whilst you convey domestic a new domestic dog. here's a step by step guide on how to perform this quickly and efficaciously. After a puppy eats, drinks, performs, sleeps, or chews, he need to quickly move "potty." Take your ...
Views: 1221 - Live the American Dream - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Ed SlininFrom a very young age we are told that we can do anything. Our teachers and parents are constantly reassuring us that anything we want to do is within our grasp. One day we may want to be firefighters. Our parents and teachers smile and buy us a red fireman's hat. The next day we may want to be ...
Views: 1221 - People Living with Purpose - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Kim Wierman“What is my purpose?” There is a point in most of our lives that we ponder this question. We stop and look at our careers, family and life choices and ask ourselves what it is all for. For each of us the point at which this question presents itself varies. For me I have had it as long as I ...
Views: 1221(1 vote) - The Biology of Belief - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMy dog died this morning. He was a small, black, mixed-breed, part Chihuahua, perhaps part miniature pinscher. I adopted him five years ago after someone dropped him off at a pet shop in South Miami Beach. The owners gave him to their parents, who are my friends, and I fell for his hyperactive ...
Views: 1220 - Overcome Fear and Invite Success into your Experience - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2012 from Andrew HortonAre you destroying your ambition for meaningful success, because you are allowing yourself to remain trapped in FEAR? Fear, as you know, is our way of looking at our world and seeing “False Experiences Appearing Real”, instead of exploring our world and seeing opportunity and possibility. How ...
Views: 1217 - What's REALLY Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Lori FieldsAllow this to set the tone for your day. “Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn’t be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn’t know that, so it goes on flying anyway.” -Mary Kay Ash Take a moment today & check in with yourself by reflecting on the following questions. 1. Are you allowing a ...
Views: 1217 - Get Clues from Nature on Mastering Change - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Theresa-Maria Napa“We have it in our power to begin the world all over again. A situation similar to the present hath not appeared since the days of Noah until now. The birthday of a new world is at hand.”—Thomas Paine There are all kinds of cycles. In looking up the term “economic cycles” I found the ...
Views: 1216 - Hope Quest - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Cory KempRemember the old days? So many answers for one simple question. In this case, I am reflecting on how far we have come in securing directions from here to there, wherever here and there may be. Used to be that maps were needed, sometimes several maps, all spread out on the kitchen table or the ...
Views: 1216 - According to Love - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Monica UnderwoodWhilst I’ve been around on Planet Earth, I’ve made quite a mess. How about you? My name is Monica. It means “counsellor” and I’ve been counselling people one way or another all my life. Counselling is all very well. I’ve tried to be a good one, but maybe it would have been better if I’d ...
Views: 1215(4 votes) - Can introverts be confident? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2017 from Andy KayI hear this question a lot. And it’s not hard to figure out why. So, CAN introverts be confident, then? Let’s have a look. But for the purpose, its important to define ‘introvert’. The Cambridge Dictionary* defines an introvert as “someone who is shy, quiet, and unable to make friends ...
Views: 1214 - Do You "Need To Find" YOU? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Kay PattersonOr maybe you are just interested in finding "your dream"? Trouble is, you can't really hope to find your dream, until you have found "yourself"... To be more specific, what do YOU really want, and aside from health and happiness, what exactly is the "dream" that you want? One of the most ...
Views: 1214(2 votes) - Dr. Romance on Giving Thanks - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2018 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving! A lot of people aren’t very good at looking at the positive. I hear a lot of negativity, blaming and complaining daily in my counseling office, and I find the more negative people are, the worse their lives work. Talking about how bad it all is seems ...
Views: 1214(1 vote) - How to Meditate. - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Jon LovgrenI think you will find it is really much easier than you may think. First of all, you are likely already meditating in some form and have just never labeled it as meditation. At its simplest, have you ever just sat and pondered or just gazed into space thinking about nothing in particular? ...
Views: 1214 - Come Let’s Stroll - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from jesse wade“Come let’s stroll” is the title of a song from somewhere around the 1950’s, so my happy self seriously doubts if any of you younger folks will remember it…but am very sure most of us “elders” do. The 50’s were the years when songs were sung by folks who could actually sing, teenagers could ...
Views: 1213 - DO WHAT MATTERS MOST - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2019 from William CottringerDO WHAT MATTERS MOST By Bill Cottringer “There's a mess inside you: You clean the outside.” ~Anonymous, The Dhammapada. Do what matters most. I once wrote a book with that title. It took me more than 600 pages to wade through some extreme complexity to get to the profound ...
Views: 1213 - Allow your Dreams to Soar in 2013 - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Andrew HortonIf you feel like you have tried really hard in the past to realise your dreams, but you feel like nothing ever seems to go right for you, you are not alone. The majority of people I speak to feel exactly the same way. They feel like they have tried really hard in the past, but nothing ever seems ...
Views: 1211(1 vote) - Spirit Speaks - Forgiveness And Love Part 3 - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Kristin EcklundWhen you hold a grievance against anyone, in effect you hold it against yourself. They become your mirror. When you see them, what you’re really seeing is yourself, and the judgment that you think you have against them, is really one that you have against yourself. Whoa, say what? Yes, ...
Views: 1210(1 vote) - How to Survive the Days Ahead: Living Joyfully Through Challenging Times - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Susan HaidFailure. Stress. Chaos. Confusion. Doubt. These are words that describe life for most of us today. The changes that lie ahead for all of us demand tremendous courage. We are amidst a struggle that never seems to end. Chaos has become a regular part of our existence. We want to know how it will ...
Views: 1209 - Conscious Awareness - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2015 from Sian HillAs you go through your day how much is a mindless habit to you and how much are you aware of? Are you aware when you’re making and eating breakfast, having a shower, the journey to and from work; otherwise known as routine. So many daily activities are usually done without a second thought. ...
Views: 1206 - Fear Of Commitment Can Kill Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2013 from Per-Erik OlsenIn all types of online marketing like MLM, network marketing, affiliate marketing and so on, most people quit without success. They may have spent thousands or at least hundreds of dollars, countless hours and still they did not survive. And the number one reason is that they suffered from lack ...
Views: 1206(1 vote) - Thankfulness - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Brad HessLook at the person that always has in bad mood and always complain for what they have not but never thankful to God what He awarded him. It seems hard to be around and it looks difficult to maintain a relationship with them. Now, consider a person that is energetic, and has a certain spark to ...
Views: 1206(1 vote) - Growing Our Businesses Using Our Inner Strengths - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Andrea OkrentowichOwning your own online business is a fantastic way to increase your wealth while also staying home with the kids. I began my business in 2001, and it has morphed in ways I could never have imagined. Throughout the years I have discovered that my business has grown and changed according to my ...
Views: 1204 - What is Your Passion - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2013 from Scherezade LozanoYou have a dream, you have a desire, you have a passion. There is something inside of you that keeps coming back, something you really, really want to do. It is more than a dream; it is a strong desire. That something, that desire makes use of your talents, uses your skills, your ...
Views: 1204(1 vote) - Inspiration – The Key to Succeeding - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Anthony CarterDo you feel down when you get out of bed? Have you lost your passion and drive for succeeding and realizing your dreams? Have you experienced unexpected setbacks? Are your motivation levels low? Have you lost that zeal that you once had as you went after your goals with passion and ...
Views: 1203(1 vote) - Changing Habits to Change Your Way of Life - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from John DoidgeChanging habits mentally to change your way of life towards fulfilling your potential. Identifying and overcoming the hidden habits that are holding you back. What is a habit? We all know it is automatic behaviour without the need for thought, and changing habits is not easy. But are there ...
Views: 1202(1 vote) - GOT ENOUGH MONEY? - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Adrienne MarksIs your income ‘enough’? Isn’t it all relative? What seems not enough to you might be masses to someone literally living on the breadline but ridiculously small to an A-lister celebrity. All of your ‘poverty’, your insecurities around money, all of your financial struggles, and every ...
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