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Why You Must Manage Your Emotions?
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
How many times have each of us been involved in or observed the dominate emotion, anger, overtaking a given situation? Way too many I suspect. Emotions, especially negative ones can surface at work, play, with family, friends, in the boardroom or on the ball field. Independent of the situation, anger is one of the most detrimental of the emotions you must learn to recognize and control.
Law of Success: Part III
Written by: Sharif Khan
Learn the Success Secrets of over 500 of the world's greatest achievers in this special three part educational series commemorating the work of Napoleon Hill's classic bestseller, 'Law of Success.'
Law of Success: Part II
Written by: Sharif Khan
Learn the Success Secrets of over 500 of the world's greatest achievers in this special three part educational series commemorating the work of Napoleon Hill's classic bestseller, 'Law of Success.'
How To Calm Yourself In Stressful Situations
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Do you ever have moments or experiences that stress and upset you? This article helps you develop a simple, 'quick emergency' response to calm yourself so you can deal more effectively with the situation.
Procrastinators Anonymous (PAA)
Written by: Siobhan Gamble
As you probably have already guessed, I have a problem. I am seriously battling with procrastination and I think I'm doing very well so far.
Law of Success: Part I
Written by: Sharif Khan
Learn the Success Secrets of over 500 of the world's greatest achievers in this special three part educational series commemorating the work of Napoleon Hill's classic bestseller, 'Law of Success.'
A 14-Year-Old Champion's Winning Formula For Success Is No 'Secret'
Written by: Kathleen Gage
When you delve into the mind of a champion, you will quickly realize that there is a formula for success. One that many people try to bypass and then wonder why they are not achieving all they could.
Eight Keys to Success
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Who among us does not want to be successful? Everybody wants to achieve some level of success, whether it be in their personal life or in the business world. Below are eight keys to success that everyone should follow in their daily routine.
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Never Settle For Ordinary!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
I have discovered a common attribute among successful people no matter the age, profession or location in the world ... they never settle for ordinary.
Getting Through To People
Written by: David Lesser
Clients often ask me for tools and techniques to make them more effective in working with people. In a coaching session, whenever we discuss and practice how to handle a particular person or situation, they usually end up recognizing that the connection is the most important thing. In this article, we will look at rapport first then how to meet opposition.
Embracing Your Natural Beauty
Written by: Siobhan Gamble
As unique individuals of a similar species, we are all born with qualities that distinctively distinguish us from one another. There are many congenital factors which contribute to our originality.
Is Quality Really Free?
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
We have all heard the phrase; 'Quality Is Free', but is that statement really true? I think it is true from the perspective when you personalize 'quality' to an individual, not a product or consumable item.
Dollarizing Your Time
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Everyday we all end up waiting . . . waiting . . . waiting . . . so have you thought about what this wasted time is costing you in personal and professional productivity? Better than that, how about $$$$!
Sharing Passion Can Be Deadly
Written by: Celeste Varley
Have you ever had a flash of inspiration for a new project, but found it had soon cooled off? If you've ever had this trouble, you might find some help in this article.
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Live Life Your Own Way!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Too many of us today rely on other people or services to make our lives perceptibly better and not reaching into our inner self to reach our goals, be happy and enjoy life. Are you one of these people? If you don't know, maybe asking and answering one question may help. Do you really know and understand what makes you happy and fulfilled?
What Abundance Gurus Don't Tell You About The Law Of Attraction
Written by: Molly Gordon
If you have 'issues' related to building wealth, abundance and scarcity, it's likely that you have explored positive thinking, visualization, and the Law of Attraction. If you are getting what you want from applying these principles, you can stop reading now.
Energy Psychology: The Way To Overcome Irrational Fear, Anger, & Anxiety Is In Your Hands
Written by: Dondi Dahlin
You feel nervous about a talk you have to give this evening. But, you try a new technique you have heard about. Your fear dissolves in ten minutes and you deliver a great talk. What caused this change? How did you overcome your irrational fear?
The Risk In Trying To Avoid Blunders
Written by: Celeste Varley
Are you ever bugged by some part of your work that seems a bit 'off'? Like many others, you might want to avoid those errors, but aren't sure how. This article points out, The risk in trying to avoid blunders.
Create Your Own Destiny!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Every now and then situations occur in our daily lives that we believe are a result of a greater good, or I like to characterize simply as destiny. Some of us believe these events are supposed to happen, others rejoice in them and yet some watch them go by and disappear.
Coaching Yourself: How To Deal With Fear
Written by: Molly Gordon
As a coach, I know that fear is responsible for much, if not most, frustration and failure. When my clients learn to work with and overcome their fears and anxiety, they step into a world of virtually unlimited possibility and satisfaction. I believe this article will help you understand more about fear and choose how you respond to it, creating a space for greater meaning and prosperity in your life.
Recipes For Relaxation And Getting A Good Night's Sleep
Written by: Aliza Saylor
Along with a whole host of things that makes staying in bed the optimal decision every morning, the actual physical comfort of the bed is the most significant. Whether you are snuggled under a fluffy blanket or lounging around under a sheet, the way you relax will drastically increase your quality of sleep.
Why Is Failure The Steppingstone To Success?
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
The pervasive misperception is that failure is somehow bad for you. I think failure is just the opposite and have identified 8 reasons why failure is your steppingstone to success.
Why Has Personal Responsibility Disappeared?
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Where has responsibility disappeared to in your life and those around you?
Get Seven Steps Closer To Finding Financial Freedom
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
People make reaching a level of financial freedom harder than it actually should be. In order to find financial freedom, all you have to do is follow a few simple steps and be committed to the cause.
What Kind Of Difference Are You Making?
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
You want to make a difference and the truth is you DO. But what KIND of difference are you making? This article shows you how to be sure the difference you make is a positive one.
Optimist Or Pessimist? This Is A Must Read For You!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
My assumption is you started reading this article because on some level you are a pessimist. I believe inherently we all have pessimism ingrained into our persona; and if we let it rule our lives, this is not a good personal characteristic.
Learn The Secret To Becoming An Expert At Anything
Written by: Jason OConnor
What happens when you step off the edge of a thirty story building's rooftop with nothing to keep you in the air? Gravity drops you like a rock. It's an immutable law. This law will never be broken. Here's another one. Energy can't be created or destroyed; it may be transformed from one form to another, but the total amount of energy can never change. You may be wondering what this has to do with becoming an expert at something. Read on, you'll begin to see what I'm getting at here.
Stuck In Life? Stop Asking This Question
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Sometimes you get stuck in life. You're not moving forward. You're not creating the life you want. It could be that one very common question you're asking is getting in your way. If you stop asking this question, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at the results!
Life Is A Do-It-Yourself Project!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
If you have not realized it yet, no one is going to hand you the golden platter with your life's forward path laid out on it for you to follow. You are the only one that can take the steps to improve your situation and life. Change is difficult; I'm here to help you take off. Get started with some very basic steps that will allow you to change, and I show some simple steps to follow in getting started. First let's understand the three phases you are going to dive into, the what, how and when.
Your Personal Values And Building Wealth: How To Stop The Money Tug-of-War
Written by: Molly Gordon
When your self-concept is at odds with how you feel about wealth, it's hard to imagine yourself building authentic wealth. It can feel like you can either be true to yourself or become wealthy. No matter what you choose, you lose.
Discover What You Really Want: Ask This Question
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Are you wanting something more, something different, something new in your life but aren't clear about what that would be? This article offers a simple way to discover what you truly want, a crucial first step in creating more of the pleasure, passion, and purpose you long for in life.
To Do List Draining You? How to Brighten Up the Tasks You Dread
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Something on your to do list you dread doing? That drains your energy like a vampire? Here's a way to lighten and brighten those dull, draining tasks. And maybe even have a little fun with them!
Can You Walk the Walk?
Written by: Joyce C. Lock
We've all heard phrases that challenged us to greatness. But instead of being challenged, what a difference it could make if we challenged ourselves ...
Stepping Outside Of The Comfort Zone
Written by: Aiyana Rayne
Most of us fear what we don't know and have a tendency to doubt ourselves even when we know in our hearts that we can do something. Instead of shying away from a new situation, which is what we are naturally inclined to do when it comes to fear; we should muster up enough confidence to push ourselves forward. As long as we keep in our minds that nothing is ever as bad as it seems, we should not have to worry.
Finding Your Inspiration
Written by: Siobhan Gamble
There is no wonder why so many people today are living with depression. This inconsiderate, silent killer lurks behind every corner of the globe. It holds no prejudices; affecting people of all ages, cultures, backgrounds and financial statures, and is factually responsible for more than we are completely aware of.
Are You Focusing On What You Truly Want?
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Are you feeling stuck, dissatisfied, confused, or unhappy? This article shows you how to focus on what you want -- rather than on what you don't want - so that you can create the pleasure, passion, and purpose in life that you long for.
Use Gratitude To Improve Your Attitude
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Would you be willing to invest five minutes of your time each day in order to be happier? This article shows you a simple way to increase your happiness, energy level, satisfaction in life, and much more!
Assertiveness Training: Be Assertive and Take Charge of YOUR Life!
Written by: Sharif Khan
Assertiveness Training: Assertive discipline advice on how to develop assertive behavior when people cross boundaries personally and professionally.
Finding Passion and Purpose - How to Uncover Your Hidden Clues
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Longing for more passion and purpose? Not sure where or how to find them? Maybe you're overlooking some hidden clues. Here's a fun and easy way to uncover and explore your passions.
Secret Success Strategy
Written by: Sharif Khan
Success maker formula, success strategy, for achieving goals and living victoriously.
Don't Let Yourself Go
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Have you read a book or participated in a physical activity lately? I had no idea how soft I was getting mentally and physically. Stop and look at yourself. You see what I'm talking about but do not want to believe what you see. I am right on point concerning this matter for most of us. Think about it and be honest with yourself.
Healthy Selfishness: Putting Yourself at the Top of Your To Do List
Written by: Bonnie McFarland
Does self care seem selfish to you? What if taking care of yourself was actually the best foundation for everything else you want to do in your life? Here's a way to get the most impact from the time you take for self care.
Midlife Meltdown: Attract or Avoid?
Written by: Sandra Jones
Reflection on my own choice of a significant relationship at 50 that had me face myself and move on at midlife. I was conscious enough to avoid meltdown, learned a lot about myself, and the challenges of mid-life for women. This article reflects on the warning signs of meltdown and offers ways to avert it.
Talk To Yourself To Reduce Stress And Relax
Written by: Liz Labrum
What is self talk? It is something we all do, when we're at work, shopping, traveling in the car or by train. But are you aware of the potent power this habit has to raise your level of stress and lower your ability to cope? HELPFUL OR UNHELPFUL THOUGHTS?
The Effect of Positive Energy
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Positive energy can go a long way in ensuring that your home and work environment is calm and relatively anxiety free. If you have ever worked in an office with people who are constantly giving off negative energy, you surely know what it feels like. You feel suffocated by this energy, and oftentimes it wears off on others.
What?
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
How aggravating is it when you are speaking to someone and the first word out of their mouth is "What?" My first reaction is thinking the person was not even listening to anything I was talking about or even paying attention to me. Frustrating, oh my yes, and also a waste of time for you and anyone else involved.
Leadership Skill: What is Your LQ: Leadership Quotient?
Written by: Sharif Khan
Determine your leadership skill in 15 minutes by taking this quick Leadership Quotient self-evaluation for effective leadership development in any area of your life:
In Loving Memory ...
Written by: Joyce C. Lock
To have loved one, then lost, is still better than to have never been so blessed.
War Exists in our World because It Exists WithinAsThru Us All
Written by: Scott Kiere
What if the most dangerous disease we'll ever face as humanity, isn't biologic? What if the greatest disease we face is our insatiable need to be right?
Focusing: A Jungle Captive's Lesson in Dreams Come True
Written by: Sharif Khan
The Art of Focusing: How an orchid collector who was kidnapped and held hostage for nine months in the South American Jungle realized his dream of creating a world garden using the law of attraction and the power of focus.
Overcome Procrastination
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
If you are suffering from a bad case of procrastination welcome to the club. Thousands of people all over the world are having the same problem right now. And most of them think that there is no way to beat this problem. But they are wrong. If you know how to get yourself into the proper mindset you will be able to overcome procrastination without any problems at all.
Avoid Constant Complainers
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Is there somebody at your place of work, or a friend of yours, that does nothing but complain? Does this start to get on your nerves so much that you cannot stand to be around the person? Do you feel like there is no way to fix this person? If you answered yes to this question, you do have a way out.
Unlock the Treasure Within
Written by: Judith Waller
Do you know why you're here and what you're meant to be doing with your life? Well, your soul has the answers! In this article, I reveal to you a way of tuning in to hear the messages from your soul, and offer some tips to help you uncover your own inner treasure.
Be on Time Every Time
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Make it a habit to be on time to every appointment or meeting you have scheduled or accepted. How frustrating is it when an appointment or meeting is delayed due to one or two people who show up late.
Turn Your Resolutions into Reality - 7 Practices for Creating What Matters Most In 2007
Written by: Bruce Elkin
"Quitting smoking is easy!" quipped a friend. "I've done it hundreds of times." Resolutions were, to him, just a fun New Year's ritual. He didn't expect results.
How To Release The Pain Caused By Others
Written by: Mark Ivar Myhre
We've all been hurt by others at one time or another. Rather than carrying the pain around with us, we can learn how to let it go. Forgiving yourself is the key.
Time Management vs. Self Management
Written by: Gail Solish
We hear a lot about time management and how we need to organize ourselves and manage our time more effectively. In order to regulate our time, new ways of thinking and being need to be developed. We need to develop self management strategies. When we manage ourselves better we tend to be less overwhelmed, more productive and happier.
Create Your Personal Success Equation!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Do you have any idea how to measure your success? I really had not thought much about how to measure my success until I was asked the same question. Some of my initial responses were money, power, paying off debts, raising children and so on. All of these are factors in what I refer to as a success equation.
3 Steps to Affirmations that Work
Written by: Judith Waller
Affirmations can be powerful tools for change, helping to overcome negative thought patterns and leading to new ways of being. In three easy steps, this article shows you how to use affirmations and get them to really work for you... and have fun in the process!
Praise and Recognition
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
When was the last time you praised your child, told someone good job or even simply said thank you. In the rush to get all of our day-to-day activities and trying to complete tasks, I doubt very much we stop and think about praise and recognition. If you are a coach, teacher, manager, peer, mentor or parent, you must on a regular basis stop and praise the efforts of those around you.
Pat Tillman's Example
Written by: Gary Kurz
A Challenge for Christian Service
TAMING TRAUMA with EMDR-Taking the Pain Out of Painful Experiences
Written by: Steve B. Reed
Janis has not felt comfortable on a date since suffering a violent rape by an intruder who held her at knifepoint, threatening her life. Driving has been difficult for Sharon ever since her near fatal car wreck. When Ann's husband touches her, the pleasure response she desires is blocked by intrusive memories of her stepfather molesting her as a child.
Happiness: The Quest
Written by: Lambert Klein
Have gratitude for friends and family, the home you live in, the food you eat. Isn't it great having air to breath, freedom to go where you want. Don't take these for granted but have gratitude and give thanks.
10,000 HOURS! How to Tap The Awesome Power Of Passion, Practice, and Persistence
Written by: Bruce Elkin
Did you know that participants in the Turin Olympic ceremonies practiced their routines 11,000 times? Or that, in the year leading up to Turin, figure skaters practiced each element in their programs 14,000 times?
Whose line is it anyway? Thought thievery in the workplace
Written by: Belinda Crosbie
Have you been a victim of thought thievery in the workplace? You're sitting in a meeting and the next thing you know someone is taking the credit for your idea! Discover a mind, body and spirit solution to managing this situation.
Don't Hate The Rich - Be One Of Them!
Written by: Willie Crawford
When I was a child, growing up on the farm in North Carolina ( extremely poor), my grandmother's favorite saying seemed to be "Money doesn't grow on trees!"
What Is Your Negative Self-Talk Doing To You?
Written by: Carol Chanel
What is your negative self-talk doing to your health? Your heart? Your soul?
'Help! I'm lazy!'
Written by: Mark Silver
All the messages coming at us from popular culture tell us that if we're not doing what we're supposed to be doing, we're lazy. I'm going to tell you right now, I don't believe in lazy.
5 Tips to Creating a Powerful Master Mind
Written by: Kendall SummerHawk
You know how you'll often get things done because someone else is counting on you? Somehow, when we make a commitment to someone else, it's easy to take action and follow through. Yet when left on our own, we tend to piddle around, get distracted, or fritter away our time.
The Freedom of Saying "No"
Written by: Gail Solish
We live in a fast paced world and often we believe that the way to get ahead is to take on more and more. The price we pay for doing "more" or too much is feeling overwhelmed and out of balance. "NO" is just a simple two letter word. Yet it is often the hardest word to say. The challenge is to set limits and boundaries for ourselves which requires us to learn how to say "no". Why is this so difficult?
How To Turn Your Breakup Into A Blast Off!
Written by: Carol Chanel
The other night I watched the Jack Nicholson-Diane Keaton romantic comedy, 'Something's Gotta Give' for the third time. I wondered what I liked about the movie that motivated me to watch it so many times. Sure the writing and the acting is first rate, the locations are spectacular and seeing Jack Nicholson in a comedic role is always a treat and Keanu Reeves is a pleasure to look at.
Do You Take Things Personally? Learn How Not To
Written by: Carol Chanel
Do you take things personally and wish you didn't? Do you want to know how not to take things personally? Every time I say I help people learn how not to take things personally I always get the same response – oh, I need help with that.
How to Beat the Survival Game and Achieve Self Actualization
Written by: Tom Digges
I don't know about you, but I spent a lot of years struggling to find a way to make time for self actualization. It always seemed like survival issues got in the way and stole all the energy I needed to achieve my higher needs and goals. I call this syndrome...
Why Has Personal Responsibility Disappeared?
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Where has responsibility disappeared to in your life and those around you?
5 Steps to Living Softly
Written by: Carol Chanel
Women have gotten busy and successful and lost touch with the advantages of being soft. This article will guide you through five steps to reconnect with living softly and help you understand why it's so important to you and the people in your life.
Do You Have A Case Of 'The Stucks'?
Written by: Carol Chanel
We all get stuck from time-to-time somewhere in our lives. This article talks about where in their lives people get stuck, and it includes some real life client stories about where people got stuck and what they did to get unstuck.
Rejection - Is It Real?
Written by: Carol Chanel
If you feel like someone has rejected you, or if it's a theme in your life, you'll want to read this an insightful article to break free of that demoralizing thought. You'll understand why what looks like rejection really isn't rejection. You'll learn why you might think you've been rejected and why that's a lie! Read on to get free of feeling rejected.
Burris Life Coaching Sets New Standards for Life Coach Certification
Written by: Kelly Burris
What determines human behavior? There is not a Life Coach or for that matter a psychologist, psychiatrist or physician who can definitively answer this question yet this is the most fundamental question if you wish to initiate permanent behavior change. If you can not answer this question, how can you possibly expect to help someone make a change in their behavior let alone a permanent change? How can you move forward if you do not know what is moving you forward.
Self Defense is Just Like Insurance - Plan, Prepare and Respond
Written by: Amy Herndon
Okay, you're a nice person and so am I and neither of us ever intend to have any trouble especially of the physical kind. But the possibility that you might be confronted by someone who plans on getting physical is real. Personally, I have been held up at gunpoint and one of my two brothers was targeted outside a mall movie theater a few years back. That's 2 out of 3 siblings. So what are your chances? What will you do about it?
Forget Balance-Integrate! Creating Harmony In Life And Work
Written by: Bruce Elkin
Many who come to me for help feel their lives (or some parts of them) are difficult, cluttered, and discordant. Worse, they feel guilty because they can't "balance" all the parts of their lives.
The 18 Core Beliefs Of Financially Independent Investors & Businesspeople
Written by: Sam Beatson
Adopt these 18 beliefs for yourself and become one of the top 5% of earners by changing what you focus on, what you are and what your habits and behaviours create in your life.
Dream Big!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Everybody, regardless of who you are, has a dream that they want to accomplish in life. Remember, if this is your life long goal you want it to be something huge.
Self Defense: Tasers, Stun Guns, and the CSI Connection
Written by: Amy Herndon
Information about protecting yourself and the usage of stun guns and tazers.
Can Faith and Patience Help You Save More Money?
Written by: Darlene Arechederra
It's hard to be patient at times, isn't it? It's even more difficult when things aren't going our way. Makes us want to jump right in there and *make things happen.* But, is it a signal that perhaps we should do the very opposite instead? Should we just sit tight?
Why Dreaming Big Can Keep You Small
Written by: Mark Silver
I've read numerous times where small business owners are encouraged to "dream big." To come up with huge mission statements that include dominating your industry, or becoming the premier or best-known at whatever you do. These mission statements are killing your heart and your business.
Lack of Love - Lies Beneath Many of Life's Problems
Written by: Steve B. Reed
Much of Jill's self-defeating behavior serves to recreate the type of environment she lived through. Like a magnet, she finds herself drawn to the familiar behaviors and feelings of her earliest years. Jill is now aware of her tendency to fall in love with men who are emotionally or physically absent.
Jumpstart Your Success-And Keep It Jumping! 7 Great Questions to Move You From Vision to Results
Written by: Bruce Elkin
Tony came to me because he was stuck. Nan came because she was drifting. Both had potential and tried hard. But neither could pull the pieces together to create success. Each made progress, then fell back, stuck or drifting again. Both spent too much time and money trying to figure out "how" to create success. Sound like you? If so, perhaps you, too, ask the wrong questions.
How To Live In A Delightfully Uncrowded World
Written by: James M. Dale
Don't be a lemming! Lemmings are creatures that do the same thing as everyone else does, and even at the same time. For most of us, our lives are chaotic and irritating. Read on to learn how you can make your life much more simple and less stressful, without resorting to extreme measures like moving into the country.
Self Defense: Rape and Sexual Assault
Written by: Amy Herndon
Once upon a time in a city not too far away lived a young girl. As the girl and her boyfriend began their walk on the planked garden path and stepped out of sight from their friends, the lights went out and the well-lit path fell into shadow...and out of the gloom stepped two large men wearing featureless masks carrying guns...
Feeling Invisible? Stop Complaining: How to ask for what you want
Written by: Kathy Gates
I feel invisible! My kids don't listen to me, my husband doesn't listen to me. I've told my boss a dozen times about that vendor problem, but still it's the same thing. Sound familiar?
The Power Of Inspiration
Written by: James M. Becher
INSPIRATION can be a powerful thing. It can keep you going when all around you cries out "quit!" It is even more powerful than motivation. Motivation gives you your basic reasons to keep going. But inspiration fills those reasons with hope, possibility and enjoyment keeping the "grind" from becoming too "grindy." But just what does inspiration consist of? I posit three elements: purpose, vision and mission.
Goal Setting - Why You Should Do It!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
The only way to ever get what you want in life is by setting goals.
Ten Things You Can Do To Decrease Your Stress At The Office
Written by: Chris Le Roy
The world we live on is nothing but a mound of chaotic pressure that is building to the point it bursts like a volcano. We are bombarded with pressure from our employers, our customers and families to the point where some people actually do break. Most of us today in professional lives spend between 8 and 16 hours a day at the office, which equates to almost two-thirds of our lives being in a place we really do not want to be in, but there are things you can do to decrease the stress in your office.
One Way to Buy a Jet
Written by: Cory Halbardier
How does anyone afford something so luxurious? If I were your coach, the first thing we would do is investigate your motives. The conversation might look like this:
Saving, Spending and Sabotage!
Written by: Darlene Arechederra
I confess - I should've seen it coming. But, I didn't. Late evening last week, I was at the halfway mark of my three-mile walk. I paused just long enough to glance up at my home, as my pet-friendly blinds were moving slightly.
How to be Consistently, Creatively Productive
Written by: Mark Silver
Your business depends on your creativity. Your creativity in your marketing, in your product and service creation, and just in how you show up for your customers and clients. Without creativity, everything grows stagnant, you are unable to produce to meet deadlines, yours and others, and you begin to feel lifeless. And so does your business. And so do your profits.
Pepper Spray Versus A Stun Gun: Which Is Best For You?
Written by: Fred Cheney
Pepper spray and stun guns are two of the best options available for making sure you are prepared for anything. But this is not a one-size-fits-all world. We all have our own tastes in music, food, clothing, and lifestyle. Your choice of how you are going to defend yourself if faced with an attacker is just as personal.
Goal Setting-Why You Should Do It!
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
The only way to ever get what you want in life is by setting goals.
Three 21st Century Leadership Models
Written by: Rick Johnson
There isn't much doubt that most effective high impact leaders are driven by a model. This is true even when that effective leader doesn't take the time to define his personal unique model. A model is a tool that leaders use to predict future outcomes of current decisions; a tool that not only enhances personal creativity but encourages creativity in the minds of their employees.
Overworking Can Lead to Burnout
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Do you feel like you are stuck in a rut and you will never get out? If you answered yes, you may be suffering from burnout.
Get Organized: From Closets to Taxes
Written by: Jance Hayes
Is your life in complete disarray, or have you just become too busy to keep up with routine organizing? Summer is a great time to clean out unwanted items.
The Power of Affirmations and Music
Written by: Vin Bhat
You already have most of the knowledge in the self-improvement subject. Still, why are some people more successful than others? You might have been inspired by a book or tape in the past. Why doesn't that motivation last longer? Even if you already know the things, why weren't you able to apply them effectively as the time goes by? The answers to these questions are in affirmations.
Time Management For Busy Moms
Written by: Jance Hayes
How do you do it? You work 40 hours a week, commute eight, cook, clean, read bed time stories, help with homework, finagle home finances and still have time for yourself and your spouse. Is there an easier way? Before you peanut butter that gum out of Sarah's hair or hunt down Cameron's pet rat, take a deep breath and try these helpful time management tips:
Don't Be The Next Victim. Six Shopping Safety Tips You Should Know.
Written by: Carol Kaspszak
Are you concerned about your personal safety whenever you go shopping? Things could go wrong just crossing the parking lot. You could become a victim. Here are a few tips you should do to insure you and your family's personal safety.
How to Blend Two Eye Shadows to Create the Perfect Smoky Eyes
Written by: Kim M Snyder
When it comes to creating smoky eyes, there is more than one technique; from the color you use to how dark or light one uses it. Yet when you get down to it, it's really the way you blend your eye shadow colors that creates the perfect set of smoky eyes.
What Should I Do? The Quandary of the Co-dependent
Written by: Theresa Gabriel
The 'Tyranny of the Shoulds' was recognized and labeled by psychoanalyst Karen Horney during the time of Freud. You may have another name for them: gremlins, monkey-mind, tapes, voices, and my favorite -- the committee. Let's give it a more precise name – codependency.
When Is The Right Time
Written by: Mark Susnow
At some point we want a different experience in life than what we are currently experiencing. Changes and cycles are always occurring. Some occur when we least expect them and some occur sooner than we would like them to. Even though we are reluctant to change, at some point a change will occur whether we make it happen or it happens to us.
Faith - the Spiritual Side of Living
Written by: Wouter Havinga
When I look at the difference between faith and beliefs then, to start with, it is noticeable that you can have more than one belief but that you have only one faith. One doesn't use the word faith in the English language in the plural in relation to one person.
Do Not Let Yourself Go Soft Mentally or Physically
Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success
Have you read a book or participated in a physical activity lately? I had no idea how soft I was getting mentally and physically. Stop and Look at yourself, you see what I'm talking about, but do not want to believe what you see. I am right on point concerning this matter for most of us, think about it and be honest with yourself.
It Pays to Live in a God-Friendly Way
Written by: Emmanuel Emezie
Human ability is limited. However, in journeying through life, we need not rely on our limited abilities alone. We can also draw on the unlimited capabilities of God so long as we establish a relationship with Him by living in a God-friendly way.
For Increasing Profits, Flowers Are A Better Gamble Than Poker
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF
There's an easy way for business people to increase their profits without taking a big gamble, and this sure-fire profit booster is available to everyone and in every community. Want to know what the secret is? Flowers!
Beliefs - How They Create Our Comfort Zone
Written by: Wouter Havinga
From childhood we are being conditioned by the messages we receive and give ourselves. The messages that keep coming back at us, the brain will take on as solid truths. It will not question these repetitive messages any more. But these truths will start to work as filters. You will start to respond according to the beliefs that you develop.
How to Overcome Adversity and Create Outstanding Results in Life and Work!
Written by: Bruce Elkin
Learning to overcome adversity helps you produce great results--in life, work, and relationships--even when the going is tough.
Why You Must Manage Your Emotions
Written by: Kent Jacobson, a.k.a. Mr. Success
How many times has each of us been involved in or observed the dominate emotion; anger, overtaking a given situation? Way to many in many I suspect. Emotions, especially negative ones (such as anger) can surface at work, play, with family, friends in the boardroom or on the ball field. Independent of the situation, anger is on of the most detrimental of the emotions you must learn to recognize and control.
How To Be Happy -- With Whatever Life Gives You!
Written by: Bruce Elkin
The way we make ourselves happy is unique to each of us. But the ways we make ourselves unhappy are remarkably common to all of us. So, perhaps, by not doing the things that makes us unhappy, we can create more space for deep and lasting happiness we long for.
How To Create An Overnight Success In Your Business
Written by: Mark Silver
A person I admire has a very successful business. He's sharp, personable, funny, smart, and helpful. And, the products and services he provides are top-notch. He's sold thousands of them, and his business is operating at a level much higher than mine. Then he announced that he was celebrating three years in business. What! Only three years? How'd he get so far, so fast?
Your Automatic Right to be Rich
Written by: Shannon Baldwin
You develop in mind, soul, and body by making use of things, and our society is structured so that you must have money in order to get these things. And so, the basis of all advancement for your life must be the science of getting rich.
Your Automatic Right to be Rich
Written by: Shannon Baldwin
You develop in mind, soul, and body by making use of things, and our society is structured so that you must have money in order to get these things. And so, the basis of all advancement for your life must be the science of getting rich.
Get the Raise You Deserve
Written by: Bruce Elkin
Client's often set goals such as, 'get more money,' 'get a promotion,' or 'get a better job.' But such statements have little power because they contain no clear criteria for success.
Take A Stand for Your Own Greatness
Written by: Bruce Elkin
20 years ago, I took an instructor's course to learn how to help people create what matters most. Despite my shyness and inexperience in such work, the course was extraordinary.
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