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- Change Your Mind - Figuratively, Literally - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Greg FrostYou always have heard this term, change your mind, circulating around social circles and discussions among friends and family. Change your mind is usually connoted with the action of changing a decision or a perception or even a perspective of something, it is something that can be done within ...
Views: 1888(2 votes) - The Neuro-Science Behind Success: How You Can Outsmart Your Brain - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Margie WarrellSo you think you are too old or too set in your ways to change? Not so! Neuro-plasticity research now proves what many have long known: that you are never too old to change, and more so, that you can rewire your brain to think and act in ways that lead to greater success in work, love and ...
Views: 1885 - Crystallized Intelligence Why Aging Effects It and How to Improve It - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhat is Crystallized Intelligence? According to Study.com, crystallized intelligence can be defined as, "...the ability to use learned knowledge and experience." So, what does this REALLY mean? This type of intelligence is in stark contrast to fluid intelligence, which is defined as the ...
Views: 1884 - Developing Your Awareness - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Willie HortonReal life is full of possibilities and opportunities that the normal mind is unaware of. That’s because the normal mind is rarely present – our subconscious mind expends most of our energy focusing on its internal ‘stored knowledge’. Taking the psychological-speak out of the last sentence, we ...
Views: 1884(1 vote) - Mental Health and the Power of the Mind - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2014 from Mandy BassMany people consider the mind to be part of the brain, but as Rene Descartes – the father of modern philosophy said, “there is a vast difference between the mind and the body, in that the body...is always divisible, while the mind is completely indivisible” [1]. Our thoughts, our ideas, our ...
Views: 1877 - One Fine Day: How Thoughts Create Our World - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Kelley KremerYou’re unique, just like everyone else. There has never been anyone like you and there never will be. After a long day the only thing you bear in mind when you rest your head on your pillow is how you feel. Feelings are everything. They are the body’s response to thoughts in the mind. Daily ...
Views: 1873(2 votes) - Fear is Overrated - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2008 from Ronald ArceoThat's right, fear is overrated. It's too common. It's too cliché. How many self-help gurus does it take to tell you fear is what holds us back from achieving massive success? That's right, all of them! Why? Because fear sells. Many people buy into the idea of fear too easily. We're ...
Views: 1872 - Hypnosis Brings Positive Mindsets to Light - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Sarah Ann NiemannWe’ve all been to a county fair and stopped to watch the hypnotist make his volunteers do crazy things by suggesting that’s what they should do when he says the magic word. Whether its singing and dancing or clucking like a chicken, whenever that word is said the volunteer immediately does what ...
Views: 1872 - 9 Ways to Raise Your Vibration - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from wendi blumHave you ever walked into a room and felt a really “good vibe“? How about the opposite…have you ever walked in and felt dense and negative energy? What’s up with that? EVERYTHING IS ENERGY - We live in a world of energy made up of different frequencies. Our vibrations match our results. High ...
Views: 1870 - Does Criticism Lead to An Athlete’s Highest Potential? - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Loren FogelmanBrainstorming is the popular approach to discover creative new ideas. We’ve all been in team meetings where you’ve been encouraged to share your thoughts, no matter how trivial they might seem, without any judgment from others. Just get your idea out uncensored, share it with the group, because ...
Views: 1869 - Brain Relaxation For Better Mental Acuity - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2007 from Sharon BellHave you noticed that you tend to be forgetful and spaced out whenever you are tired, depressed, anxious or simply stressed out? You tend to forget where you placed your keys or where you parked your car when your mind is preoccupied with a lot of issues and problems. Many experts believe that ...
Views: 1868(1 vote) - Handling Life Changes or Life Changing Events - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Jayne KoppHow Do You Handle Change or Life Changing Events? How well do you handle change or life changing events in this fast paced world of ours? It seems to me there is always something new to face. Granted some changes are good, some bad, some gradual and some exceedingly speedy (technology ...
Views: 1867 - Are you feeling stuck, frustrated, overwhelmed or discouraged? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2017 from Dorothy NeddermeyerDo you know what to do when you are feeling stuck, frustrated, overwhelmed or discouraged? If not, I’m ready when you are. Yes, the teacher is ready. Are you the student, who is ready? What is keeping you stuck, frustrated, overwhelmed or discouraged? I’m ready to work with you one-to-one to ...
Views: 1865(1 vote) - Thoughts And The Golden Rule - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Ron KawatskyYou probably know or have at least heard of Newton’s law that states for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. There is balance and equilibrium in the world. Here’s the kicker, and question I throw your way, have you ever thought of your thoughts as “action”? If you ...
Views: 1863 - Are you leveraging affirmations to increase your success? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampWhat Are Affirmations? Affirmations are considered “new age” terminology for the practice of positive thinking. The principle is to surround yourself with positive statements and ideas about what you want in life, and you will be more likely to achieve your goals. Affirmations are positive ...
Views: 1862(1 vote) - Making Sense of Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Willie HortonAll too often in our daily lives we find ourselves in situations in life that could be described as less than ideal, whether it’s in our job, our relationship or, indeed, just in terms of how we feel about ourselves. Did you ever wonder how you got there? Well, the answer is extraordinarily ...
Views: 1861 - Sugar Pills - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Gerald HenthornI remember watching an old Western on TV a long time ago. The setting was a dusty, ramshackle town out in the middle of no where. Citizens of this town did their best to carve a society out of their situation. The main character, of course, was a dedicated Sheriff, and his side kick deputy. ...
Views: 1860(1 vote) - "WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET" (by Glen Hopkins) - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Craig Lock"WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET" (by Glen Hopkins) Submitter's Note: I am sharing this great article by Glen Hopkins, that I came across in my records in the spirit of sharing knowledge and insights. I hope that it may be informative and perhaps uplifting to you too, as it was (and is) to ...
Views: 1858(1 vote) - How to Set Your Goals - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Willie HortonFor all that has been written and said about goal setting, I have met very few people who are sure of what their goals are. And, with the proliferation of self improvement books and personal development websites, you could be forgiven for thinking that, with so many people wanting to change ...
Views: 1857(1 vote) - Are Experiences of Past Life Regression Therapy True? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Laura SilvaThe term past life regression can be traced back to its origin in the Upanishads of Hinduism, the teachings of which are enunciated in the Vedas and Epics of Hindu religion. The concept karma (cause and effect law) is the foundation on which ancient Hindu mythology explains the obvious ...
Views: 1856 - Turning failure, disappointment, and frustration into accomplishment! - Part I - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2012 from Larry CraneWhat if failure, disappointment and frustration are only a perception? What if so called failures are actually launching pads for incredible motivation and inspiration? What if the only thing that is stopping us from turning our perceived failures into accomplishment, is simply a decision? ...
Views: 1856(2 votes) - We Live In Probable Realities - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Charles KohWe are consciousness moving through a matrix of infinite probable realities. A change of consciousness at one moment of time causes a shift into another future probability that results from that change. The future is fluid, and it is being shaped by our thoughts in this eternal now. We could, ...
Views: 1856(2 votes) - Discover how your mindset is directly influencing your life! - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Kirstin O´DonovanI am a huge fan of finding ways to improve and create a fulfilling lifestyle, delving into book after book for many years. I wasn’t only interested in new things that you could do, but also curious why some individuals seem to effortlessly have what they want while others struggle day in and ...
Views: 1855(1 vote) - Toxic People or Situation? LEAVE IT IN THE 'MYSTERY' - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Chelle ThompsonAll of us will encounter toxic individuals and circumstances in our lives at one time or another. During those experiences we need to use whatever helpful tools we can find to stay balanced and clear about "who we are." One of the methods I use to maintain perspective is to create a "healthy ...
Views: 1854(1 vote) - 5 Practical Steps to Channel Your Abundant Energy Right Now - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2010 from Susan Flowers1. Add a quiet moment of silence twice a day. It is important for one to become still, quiet the mind and experience an inner calm of silence. It is in this place where creativity resides and limitless potentiality is born. Accept the divinity that is within you and spend time quietly receiving ...
Views: 1852 - What Positive Imagination Can Do For You - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Della MenechellaYour imagination is one of the most powerful tools you can use to create the life you want. The Law of Attraction (LOA) uses your frequently held thoughts and ideas to create your experiences. When you imagine something good on an ongoing basis, you are setting the LOA in motion. Imagine that ...
Views: 1851(1 vote) - Attaining Superior Mind Power Through Brain Exercises - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Chris D'CruzGood brain memory is a must for an individual to have the desired kind of success, your ability in training your mind and or leading a lifestyle that’s conducive to good brain development is quite crucial for the kind success one should expect. The world today rids an individual sound good brain ...
Views: 1849 - Bridging the Mind - Body Connection: with Hypnosis - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Terry RichardsonThe idea of hypnosis conjures a variety of reactions from most people, but it’s rare to find someone with no opinion at all regarding the validity of “being hypnotized”. The strength of opinions generally fill a range from believers who have had first hand experience (or know someone who has), ...
Views: 1847(1 vote) - Intuitive Idea Generator - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Lynn RobinsonThe way to get good ideas is to get lots of ideas and throw the bad ones away. — Linus Pauling, winner of Nobel Prizes in both peace and chemistry. What do you do when you need an idea and you need it quick? Hire a consultant? Delegate? Panic? No to all of those! You have within you a ...
Views: 1846(1 vote) - Tips on How to Develop Your Creativity Taking On a New Business Niche - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2016 from Leon EdwardBefore you can focus on taking steps to raise your creativity, you have to realize just what creativity is. Basically creativity is about finding new ways to remedy issues and finding ways to approach various situations. We all have creativity within ourselves and this doesn't just apply to ...
Views: 1846 - ***6 Ways To Get Rid Of 'Mental Arthritis' - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Rob WhiteWe all associate arthritis with the aging process; our joints simply don’t work as well as we age. In the GPS Gide below, Personal Development expert Rob White explains that there’s another kind of arthritis that can set in way earlier -- it’s called Arthritis of the Mind. It’s a rigidity that ...
Views: 1843 - 5 Ways to Shift Your Mindset for Change - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Lauren StillWhen you need to make a change, whether adjusting unwanted behaviors or carving a new path, having the right mindset can significantly affect your ability to succeed. For example, have you ever needed to come up with new, brilliant ideas for a project, a paper, or to solve a problem, and your ...
Views: 1843 - Rebuilding a Basketball Players Confidence with EFT - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Loren FogelmanIn school sports athletes are sometimes put in positions which are new to them. They have been playing among peers for a long time, become comfortable, and then they move up to a new level of play. Some athletes love change and the challenges associated with it. Other athletes, however, have a ...
Views: 1843 - Double Vision Decision-Making - by Submitted on May 07, 2016 from William CottringerDouble Vision Decision-Making By Bill Cottringer “Sometimes you make the right decision, sometimes you make the decision right.” ~Phil McGraw. Double vision decision-making is a very useful and valuable skill in maneuvering around in today’s plethora of information overload that ...
Views: 1840 - Grow A Mindset to Grow A Business - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Renee CanaliWith the economic volatility in the U.S., entrepreneurs who constantly push preconceived limits fare better than those who push through with their nose to the grindstone. One thing many entrepreneurs fail to consider when starting or building a business is whether or not they are ready to ...
Views: 1839 - How Does Imagery Work? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2018 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comI was recently interviewed on Facebook Live by the Rider Fitness – Riding Without Backpain community where I shared about the power of “Imagery” to decrease pain and improve performance. The concept of imagery is so mighty and it is used so successfully by high performing athletes, successful ...
Views: 1837(1 vote) - Feel Empowerment To Change - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Mandy ZadoorianKnow that only you have the power and great luxury to feel empowerment to change. To change the way we feel, see, hear, smell, taste the world’s overwhelming compassion is something to figure out how to embrace yourself. There are people wanting to change defined boundaries they have placed for ...
Views: 1835(2 votes) - How to Improve Your Mind with a Prosperity Mindset - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Lisa ClementIt's simple, if you have a prosperity mindset you know that each day requires you to take action. Here are other ways: Study the Way Successful People Act Try to learn by example. If you admire someone successful then do what they do. Reach out to those that you admire. It may come as ...
Views: 1835 - How To Use The Law Of Attraction - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Avatar TamilmaganEveryone have been talking about the Secret Law of Attraction. Everywhere we can find books on that subject. Even magazines have included reports about it. Newspapers had reviews on the best selling book The Secret. Too many people today knows the Law of Attraction and too many guides out ...
Views: 1834(4 votes) - Random Conversations Between the Left Brain and the Right Brain - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Janet WhiteheadLeft Brain: “That’s all well and good to dream but the reality is....” Right Brain: “Reality? Don’t we create our own reality?” ~~~~~~~~ Left Brain: “I know someone who tried that and failed.” Right Brain: “ If I connect this to that, and adjusted this, and added a bit of colour here, and ...
Views: 1834 - The Genie - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Eldon TaylorImagine that within you was a genie, a veritable creation machine capable of bringing you anything you desired-good and bad. Let’s imagine that you were unaware of this genie within or had heard about it but disbelieved. Perhaps you’d tried to believe and discovered that it was bogus-the whole ...
Views: 1833(5 votes) - Boost Your Fluid Intelligence - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2015 from Leon EdwardScientists believe that humans have two separate yet equally important forms of intelligence. One of these types is called crystallized intelligence, which refers to the person’s knowledge and experience that draws upon everything they have learned in their lives. Crystallized intelligence ...
Views: 1832 - Self Improvement vs. Self Acceptance - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Mike RobbinsI had the honor of meeting author Robert Holden recently when we both spoke at the Hay House IGNITE event in San Jose, CA (which was an amazing experience, by the way). Robert is someone whom I’ve admired for quite some time. It was wonderful to get a chance to meet him in person and hear him ...
Views: 1832 - Once You Do These 4 Things, You Will Never Feel Frustrated Again - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2020 from Maria LawsonImage source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/nature-woman-feet-legs-51397/ Pixa Call it the perils of the modern age, excessive exposure to social media, endless desires and goals, broken relationships or simply a rising apathy and detachment, the story is that, almost all of us feel ...
Views: 1831 - HOW TO REFRAME YOUR THINKING: A CHANGE OF PERSPECTIVE - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2018 from James MapesSow a thought, reap an act; Sow an act, reap a habit; Sow a habit, reap a character; Sow a character, reap a destiny. --Anonymous When my doctor told me, “You need heart surgery immediately,” I thought it was the end. Of course, he was trying to communicate that a successful operation would ...
Views: 1828 - Develop Laser Focus in Four Steps - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Danielle PierreSome years ago, if I could describe myself in one word, that word would be “distracted”. I would jump from one task to the next and never seemed to get anything accomplished, often feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. The day finally arrived when I realized that I wasn’t getting anywhere and I ...
Views: 1827(3 votes) - Do Not Make Precarious Assumptions About Money - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from Noah St JohnWhen you tell someone not to let money affect his life, it is like telling them not to let oxygen affect their breathing which is highly unlikely surely one is going to affect the other. A huge part of my life was filled with worry about money. Before, whenever I looked at my bank account, ...
Views: 1827 - The Power of Visualization with Kids - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Brodie WhitneyIt was another hot summer day at the Kaslo Sk8park, but not your average sunny day. My son, Gwyn was working on improving a specific trick on this particular day – down the one slope, across, and up the next incline where he would lift his front wheel off the ground and continue from the incline ...
Views: 1826(2 votes) - 3 Memory Exercises - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from warren banksKeeping the brain sharp and agile is the key to a good memory and three simple memory exercises could help to improve memory and the speed of recall. Learning a new language is an excellent memory exercise, not only does it provide a new skill, but it also gives the brain the type of exercise ...
Views: 1824 - Changing Behaviour the Easy Way - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Clive MillerIn Groundhog Day Bill Murray keeps playing out the same situation, over and over, never finding a way to make the outcome different. Do you ever keep making the same mistake? I sometimes have to make a mistake many times before I begin to change my behaviour and react differently. Traumatic ...
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