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- Sanity Saver #8: Set Limits - by Submitted on May 31, 2006 from Stephanie MarstonIn order to restore your sanity you have to know what your bottom line is. You may be wondering, how do you determine this? Surprisingly your feelings, especially feelings of anger, frustration and resentment are messengers that will bring you valuable information. Anger often signals that you ...
Views: 852 - No Doubt About Doubt - by Submitted on May 30, 2006 from Marcia WiederOften when we get in touch with our most heartfelt and hopeful dreams, what may also surface are some of our doubts. There is an important relationship between (what I refer to as) the Dreamer and the Doubter that lives inside each of us. It is useful and necessary to develop skills for dealing ...
Views: 1297 - Discover The Number 1 Key To Building Success And Wealth - by Submitted on May 29, 2006 from Lynda LockDo you remember your classmates from school who were always top of the class, who never seemed to try very hard but still got the good grades? Perhaps you struggled to even reach the minimum score to pass an exam or maybe you simply didn’t rate yourself as an overly intelligent person. It’s ...
Views: 1213 - The Success Secret From America’s Idol: Authenticity - by Submitted on May 28, 2006 from Jeannette MawLast week I was forced to publicly admit to a large audience of business owners that I’m an American Idol fan. It slipped out when I asked who was following Taylor Hicks’ rise to success, as it was a perfect example of the point I was making. Not surprisingly, many knew about Taylor, even if ...
Views: 1365 - Healing a Painful Past - 3 Steps to Overcoming Life's Disappointments - by Submitted on May 26, 2006 from Karen HallEvery dark cloud has a silver lining. It may sound corny, but it’s true. When disappointment rears its ugly head, stay positive and expect things to work out to your advantage. Actively look for the silver lining, or you just might miss it. In addition, use this silver lining concept to ...
Views: 1163 - Truths for Introverts Who Sell: What We Don’t Need To Learn The Extroverted Hard Way – Part Two - by Submitted on May 24, 2006 from Patricia WeberCommunications in business is the number one skill to success by many surveys. And, if you are an introvert, take a deep sigh of relief now: successful, engaging communication does not mean showing up at a happy hour. Communications consists of both speaking and listening. There are studies on ...
Views: 637 - Truths for Introverts Who Sell: What We Don’t Need To Learn The Extroverted Hard Way – Part One - by Submitted on May 24, 2006 from Patricia WeberWhat is it like to be in the business world where extroverts rule? A person with more than fifty percent introversion tendencies knows, it’s exhausting! Extroverts probably created the rules for succeeding in business. How about that assured place of meeting people to either do business with or ...
Views: 753 - Break Through Self-Doubt and Fear - by Submitted on May 23, 2006 from simma liebermanSelf-doubt and fear interfere with our ability to achieve or set goals. Self-doubt and fear are the voices in our head telling us, "You'll never succeed, so why try?" and "who do you think you are?" Self-doubt and fear are also what make us listen to those voices and decide to give up before we ...
Views: 885 - Gratitude and the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on May 21, 2006 from Krzysztof SrokaGratitude or appreciation of what we already have is necessary to attract things we want. Every day when you wake up try to be thankful. Think about the good things in your live you should be thankful for. Appreciate your job (even if you don’t like it). Feel gratitude for a place to live. If ...
Views: 927 - The Law of Attraction and the News - by Submitted on May 21, 2006 from Krzysztof SrokaI’ve read a very good book “Influence” by Robert Cialdini. I started reading the book because of my interest in marketing, but in the chapter “Social Proof” I’ve found something very interesting connected with manifestation and the law of attraction. In this chapter Dr Cialdini gives ...
Views: 887 - THE CURE FOR BELLYACHIN' - by Submitted on May 18, 2006 from Terry L. SumerlinIt was a quiet Thursday morning at the barbershop. J.B was in the shop reading the paper and I was seated at the desk in the office, talking on the phone. Suddenly, the front door opened and someone asked, “Is Terry here?” Quickly I ended my conversation, and opened the office door to see who ...
Views: 941 - The Ten Commitments - by Your parents were writing the opening lines to the screenplay of your life by the time you arrived onstage, and for much of your existence you have been reading from the script you were handed. If your story is unfolding as you hoped it would as a child, you have probably intuitively implemented ...
Views: 794 - The Power Of Dominant Thought - by Submitted on May 12, 2006 from Brian CarsonWayne Dyer, the famous author, speaker and teacher, likes to say in his writings that what you focus on expands. Nothing could be more profound or truthful. What you focus on expands should be a rallying cry for all who want and are willing to pay the price to live the life they imagine. We ...
Views: 5015 - Appreciating "Difficult" People - by Submitted on May 12, 2006 from Mike RobbinsAppreciating “Difficult” People Are there people in your life, on your team, and/or with whom you interact regularly that get on your nerves? Have you ever found yourself wanting to yell at the top of your lungs, “Knock it off, I can’t stand you?” If so, you are not alone…welcome to being human! ...
Views: 1094 - Fear of Publishing and What to Do About It - by Submitted on May 10, 2006 from Gina HiattYou’re almost done with the whole article. You should feel relieved. Instead you feel like you’ve written a bunch of junk. It’s funny, though. At other times you’ve felt that you’ve written something worthwhile. Now, however, you feel the urge to read several more articles, add more ...
Views: 743 - How to Get Good Karma! - by Submitted on May 09, 2006 from Lissa Coffey“Karma” is what we do every day - it's really another word for “action.” An action (I drink a cup of coffee), creates a memory (I liked that cup of coffee), which creates a desire (I want another cup of coffee) which creates an action and starts the cycle all over again! To break out of our ...
Views: 15196(2 votes) - Getting Your Power Back - by Submitted on May 08, 2006 from Keith VarnumDuring many years of observing others and myself searching for fulfillment, I’ve noticed an essential ingredient is often missing. I call this ingredient sovereignty, self-sufficiency or total independence from outside sources. Without this quality in its authentic form, no one I know has been ...
Views: 1291 - Lose Your Grip On Reality - by Submitted on May 07, 2006 from Jeannette Maw“Naïve, pollyanna, dreamer.” These words are not often used to favorably describe someone. And yet, it is exactly these qualities that can bring enormous success in life. Because we get what we think about, our focus determines what we create in life. Thinking about what you don’t want, what ...
Views: 1546 - Top 10 Ways to Help Ensure Safety While Driving - by Submitted on May 04, 2006 from Steven AndersonIt is fair to say that individuals spend a large quantity of time each day traveling in their automobile. Whether heading to work, running errands or going out to attend social events, people are driving around in their vehicles on a constant basis. For this reason, it is crucial that ...
Views: 929 - Are You Listening? - by Submitted on May 03, 2006 from Nancy BishopTo celebrate May Day, I knelt down in a field of daffodils and was kissed by the morning dew. It was so quiet except for the bees humming and the occasional bird song. It reminded me that we all need to find or create our own sacred spaces; havens and respites from the endlessly noisy and ...
Views: 892 - Stop Giving Yourself Permission To Fail - by Submitted on May 02, 2006 from Chris GreenIt’s a powerful statement isn’t it? Because who on earth would ever give themselves permission to fail? But, and I say this without any fear of contradiction, most people I meet give themselves permission to fail time and time again. The problem is that the permission is given without even ...
Views: 1414 - How to Perfect a Practice to make Practice Perfect - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2006 from Michaela ScherrWhat if tomorrow you had a very important meeting with people you’ve never met before? Maybe it’s an interview for a job you really want; maybe you’re selling a product you’ve created; it could be any event you’re unprepared for. A few practical tips worth revisiting are: ** Be prepared and ...
Views: 851 - Discover How To Develop Your Charisma - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2006 from Jeannie CrabtreeDo you know anyone that everyone seems to be drawn to? You continue to watch as this person moves around the room attracting and chatting with and making friends with many people. What do they have that you don't think you have? Charisma. Professor of psychology Howard Friedman (University of ...
Views: 631 - An Amazing Interview - How Jill Kinmont Boothe Turned Tragedy into Triumph - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2006 from Karen HallExcitement filled my mind as I called Jill Kinmont Boothe. This was two years ago, and Jill had graciously agreed to an interview for the book I was writing. I eagerly looked forward to hearing the inspiring story of how she rose above the tragic skiing accident which left her paralyzed and went ...
Views: 844 - Drop Your Bucket Right Where You Are! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2006 from Keith VarnumWith a leprechaun glint in his eye, my grandfather used to whisper in my ear, “If success were any closer to ya, it’d bite yer nose off!” Being an all-knowing teenager, I felt he was nuts. I couldn’t spot my fortune anywhere around me. I couldn’t see how I could accomplish any of the myriad of ...
Views: 1248 - To Ask or Not To Ask - That Is The Question - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2006 from John WatsonDreamers often fail to achieve their dreams because they keep second guessing what they are doing. They ask questions like: "Is this a waste of time?" "Will it work?" "Why are the results so poor?" and so on. As a result, they act half-heartedly and fail to finish what they have planned. ...
Views: 845 - Healthy Boundaries for a Healthy Living Experience - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2006 from Sophie MelansonBoundaries are subjective lines you draw that help you establish, to yourself and others, to what extent you are choosing to accept or reject behaviors, attitudes, thoughts and beliefs. Their creations are largely based on your life experiences, values, beliefs and morals. Boundaries express ...
Views: 1418 - Ten Ways to Improve Your Listening Skills - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2006 from Susie CortrightActive listening is really an extension of the Golden Rule. To know how to listen to someone else, think about how you would want to be listened to. While the ideas are largely intuitive, it might take some practice to develop (or re-develop) the skills. Here’s what good listeners know – and you ...
Views: 1342 - No Mistakes - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2006 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorWhat might life look like if we held the belief that there are no mistakes? For some, this concept is, well, inconceivable. At first blush, it may even seem as though it excuses every thought, word, and action. Not really. A friend of mine once said, “I’m beginning to believe the only thing to ...
Views: 938 - Overcome Fear to Reach Your Full Potential - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2006 from Jerry LopperWhat is Fear? The American Heritage Dictionary defines fear as a feeling of agitation and anxiety caused by the presence or imminence of danger. You and I know fear as a cold chill, nausea, racing heartbeat, cold sweat, and a tension or tightness throughout the body. These symptoms result from ...
Views: 3526 - Decency - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2006 from Rich van BurenAll of nature has rules. Although unwritten and unspoken, in a primitive and savage way, right and wrong still exist there. The alpha wolf decides what is right in the pack because it possesses the physical power to exert its will. A tree may dictate what is right by exuding allelopathic ...
Views: 730 - There Is No Magic Pill But There is Help - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2006 from Ada GimlanI know, I know, I want one too. There are so many quick fixes offered. They come in colorful pills, drinks, books, jewelry, gadgets etc. Are you attracted to any of the items that offer quick fixes with no work required on your part? Do you buy into the fantasy of a miracle cure? Do you shy ...
Views: 751 - Add 5 Daily Habits To Lift Your Spirits Every Day – Starting Today - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2006 from Jeneth BlackertIf you are like me, you probably have plenty of bad habits that don’t help to bring enjoyment, clarity or fun into your life. So why not make some habits just for that reason! What good daily habits do you have already? As a mind-body nutrition coach I am always trying to break the rules. My own ...
Views: 1794 - 7 Stress Management Tips to Live a Quality-Driven Life - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2006 from Stephanie MarstonStress Management Tip #1: Remember What's Important. Define Your Priorities and Adjust Your Schedule to Reflect Your Values. No matter how frantic life gets, no matter how much frenzy seems to be present, the truly successful people are able to rise above the pandemonium and maintain their ...
Views: 953 - A Collection Of Assorted Attitudes - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2006 from Terry L. SumerlinIt is possible that barbers hear more answers to the question, “How are you?” than just about anyone. Some of the answers are funny, but all of them hold a certain fascination for me. Although I am genuinely interested in people, I’ve made a hobby of asking folks how they’re doing and then ...
Views: 863 - You CAN Change Your Life - Just Avoid This Common Mistake! - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2006 from Susan Quinn• Living as we do in today's information age - with self help books everywhere - we seem to think that analyzing an issue will enable us to change it. But thinking is not doing. • You've probably heard this definition of insanity: doing the same thing, over and over again, and ...
Views: 554 - In Just 5 Minutes a Day Feel More Self-Confidence, While Connecting To Others - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2006 from Susan QuinnRecent studies have shown that the central factor in feeling self-confident is the ability to connect with others. There is a painless way I use to improve this skill in my clients – and it takes just 5 minutes a day. I also do the peace, poise and confidence exercise (below) daily to ...
Views: 703 - Maintain Mind, Body and Spirit Through Self Help - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2006 from Michaela Scherr"When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me."" Erma Bombeck (1927-1996) US humorist What is a Self Help tool? For me, a self help tool is a skill or technique one can draw on ...
Views: 975 - I Wonder Where the Wonder Went - by I was a fifth grader the first time I flew on a commercial flight. I remember being amazed that I could get all the soft drinks I wanted for free. I remember the wonder of looking out at the clouds and the topography far below. I remember watching us land. The entire thing was a great adventure ...
Views: 778 - Can the Universe Manifest that Relationship for You - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2006 from Karen KelleyRecently I was reading an article in my email that I was constantly saying, “Boy, she’s got that one right.” “This lady really understands.” “Oh, that’s why I was able to manifest such and such.” The article was about manifesting and it was discussing the process of using lists. If you’re an ...
Views: 631 - Are You Listening? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2006 from Jan HintonFor the past several years I have had the opportunity to volunteer at the ACC Basketball Tournament (women’s and men’s) when it is held locally. I got connected with a group of volunteers from the community that “push wheelchairs”. This is a result of one person’s passion to help folks with ...
Views: 1239 - Fears and Phobias - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2006 from Krzysztof SrokaWhat are you afraid of? I’m sure that like almost everybody else you are afraid of something. Charles F. Haanel defines fear as “…a powerful form of thought. I think it is a very good definition, because mostly fear is in our minds. Phobia is abnormal fear. We are often afraid of things which ...
Views: 928 - How to Generate the Courage and Faith to Be Lazy - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2006 from Kerul KasselIt's hard to imagine that this could be so, but I'm finding that I have to be ambitious about being "lazy". How amusing! If you're like most of my clients (and myself), you're very used to packing every day full of activities, responsibilities, "stuff". You may take pride and pleasure in the ...
Views: 1272 - Emotionally Healed - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2006 from Annette ColbyA whimsical message arrived through my email. “Dear Lord,” it began. “So far today, Lord, I have done all right. I haven’t gossiped, lost my temper, haven’t been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish, or over-indulgent. I am very thankful for that. But in a few minutes, Lord, I am going to get out of ...
Views: 810 - The Top Ten Ways to Stop Procrastinating Now - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2006 from Kerul Kassel10. Procrastination Condemnation - Lose the Labels! All those things you call yourself, such as lazy, scattered, disorganized, not good enough, incompetent, or stupid, for example, aren’t helping you get things done, are they? You’ve learned to believe them, and you think they’ve become ...
Views: 1528 - Are You An Effective Listener? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2006 from Jana HollingsworthThe Power of Effective Listening Do people really listen to one another any more? Being an effective listener can be one of the most powerful life skills you can have in life. I have found Empathic Listening an invaluable tool in my coaching practice. Not only do my clients feel heard and ...
Views: 2694 - Get Rid Of Your Stuff - Declutter Your Life! - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2006 from Clare EvansDo you have drawers full of clothes you don't wear? Rooms full of junk taking up space. Are you a bit of a hoarder? How much stuff do you have in your house that you don't really need or use? Now's the time to have a good clearout and here's how to do it. It's probably taking up more than ...
Views: 1490 - Why Learn To Play The Harmonica - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2006 from Jack EarlWhy learn to play the harmonica? The harmonica is a small musical instrument that can be carried with you at all times in your shirt pocket. You can have it with you when out fishing in a boat, or backpacking along some mountain trail. You can have it with you when driving your truck down the ...
Views: 1726 - Take Action to Assist the Universe in Manifesting Your Desires - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2006 from Karen KelleySo you think understand the principles of manifesting but you cannot explain why these things are not coming to you. You believe that we create our reality. You understand the laws of attraction, and believe that what we think about we attract into our experience. You have even been ...
Views: 731 - How to put the Montage in the Collage as a Self Healing Tool - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2006 from Michaela ScherrA collage montage, collage from the French word coller meaning to stick and montage to put smaller things together, is the construction of an art piece using a combination of materials then sticking them onto a solid surface such as a canvas or in the case of this exercise a large sheet of ...
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