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Women of Excellence on Reflection! By : Linda Fitzgerald Women of Excellence have learned that excellence, in part, is the fruit of 'discovery'. But discovery doesn't come without its key partner - 'reflection'. Life changing events always begin with reflection and lead to discovery! Voices! By : Linda Fitzgerald There is something about being a woman over 40 that urges us to grow into a place where we find ways to be heard; ways to be taken seriously (if we haven’t in the past); and ways to gain the respect of others - allowing us to speak with the voice of authority. BALANCING ACT! By : Linda Fitzgerald Much is being written, spoken of, and talked about relative to achieving “balance” in our lives! How to Escape the Destruction: Part 2 of 3 By : Bawa Muhaiyaddeen Therefore, precious jeweled lights of my eyes, Allah alone has laid the most exalted of all paths before us. His quality is the one path. His actions, conduct, and good behavior are the one path. His trust, His justice, His three thousand benevolences...... Are You Under Mind Control? By : JK Ellis How to determine if you're under the influence of mind control and how to gain control of your life. Hypnosis Training: Practice Makes Perfect By : Dane Bergen As with any skill, the more you practice, the better you become. It's the same with hypnosis. If done incorrectly, hypnosis will not work. You must become skilled in the art of hypnosis before you can hope to put anyone in a relaxed enough state to actually communicate with their subconscious... 5 Steps to Overcome Fear of Public Speaking By : John Neyman, Jr. How to overcome the fear of public speaking. Top 5 Ways To Get Rid Of Stammering By : John Khu Putting thoughts into words and then organizing speech so that the words flow well is a very complex task for the human brain. It is amazing that we do not all stammer. No one understands why stammering occurs, but a lot of research is being done to find out. 3 Reasons People Don't Achieve The Success They Desire By : Learn 3 critical factors that prevent people from achieving the success they are worthy of. Indulge In Prosperity By : Kristin S. Kopp Explore strategies for getting out of your own way and allow your dreams to manifest! Easy Ways to Help Raise Self Esteem By : Aaron Crawford The thought of raising your self esteem is a frustrating topic for many. Consider these easy points to help you feel better about yourself. Personal Development & Success - "Creating the Motivation You Need" By : Jeffrey Miller One of the most common beliefs that can prevent someone from achieving the success being sought is that "action only happens through motivation" - that, one must wait around for the so-called "feeling to move me" before anything will be accomplished. But, once we understand how we operate, once we discover the secret... 10 Ways To Develop Confidence In New Situations By : Maria Marsala Very few people are at ease striking up a conversation in a room full of strangers. Here are some simple ways to make network meetings more productive and more fun. Key to Successful Goal Achievement - Perseverance By : Nickolove Lovemore A motivational story illustrating the value of perseverance in goal achievement. Are You Experiencing the Same Life Challenges Over and Over? By : Richard Ross If you are experiencing an ongoing negative situation in your life it is because there are deeper roots, core issues, stemming from early family of origin events. In order to heal the present recurring life problem you must heal the original core issue. How to Double Your Energy Levels In Three Days By : Roger Haeske Are you often tired, lethargic and feeling older than you should? Do you want to get more done and have the non-stop energy of a 7-year-old child? With this report, you'll learn two easy ways to double your energy levels within the next three days. The True Price of Success By : Charles Burke Standing in the gale-force winds, the kid was looking queasy. The storm was growing more intense, and the rain had already plastered his hair to his forehead. You as THE Authority Figure By : Charles Burke Natural leaders are usually made, not born. Ever wonder why so many corporations invest so heavily in leadership training? They're making their own leaders. How Watching Babies Learn to Walk Helps you Meet your Goals By : Robin Schepper Do you have difficulties meeting you goals? Watching children learn to walk will teach you everything you need to know. Winner's Gold from Personal Garbage By : Charles Burke Ever notice how everybody assumes a bad experience is all bad? That nothing good could ever come from stress or trauma? How to be Confident in 4 Easy Steps By : Peter Murphy Some people just seem to naturally know how to be confident in any given situation. Let's face it; learning how to be more confident can seem like a daunting task. However, if you want to have the courage to go after your dreams, you owe it to yourself to learn the secrets to being a more confident person. Nightmares - Your Richest Resource for Personal Growth? By : Charles Burke Last night I had a nightmare, but it was different in one important way. In most distressing dreams, you find yourself in a tough situation and whatever the problem persuing you, it usually grows worse and worse till you wake up in a cold sweat. But as I say, this one was different. Be Confident Even in the Face of Confidence Killers By : Peter Murphy You can be confident! All you have to do is rid yourself of confidence killers. Confidence killers are self-defeating thought patterns. Nine Characterisitics of An Enthusiastic Person By : Ineke Van Lint Enthusiasm is passion. Enthusiasm is living your dream. Enthusiasm is a divine energy you will feel as a reward for pursuing your dreams and staying on your own path. An enthusiastic person is a person that will offer his talents to the world, betters his environment, adds his personal value to it, and ends up happy and satisfied. He has deciphered the secret code of the soul. And he receives the corresponding gifts: a great deal of enthusiasm, an extraordinary creativity and deep satisfaction. Gain Confidence and Boost Self Esteem in 5 Simple Steps By : Peter Murphy We all want to become more confident and feel good about ourselves so we can live our very best life. Here are some ways to gain confidence and raise self-esteem: Do What Feels Good For You and Find Freedom! By : Ineke Van Lint As long as you try to be somebody else to please your parents, peers, husband, wife, boss, children, neighbours or whatever, your energy will be stuck. You will feel exhausted, deceived, angry and tired. So why not follow the road where your energy takes you? This is your road, your way! If you do things your way, if you dare being yourself, you will feel the energy. This IS freedom! People Skill and the 4 Basic Types By : Peter Murphy Do you have the people skill needed to handle difficult people? Best selling author, Peter Urs Bender has come up with four basic personality types. Based on the fact that you really can't understand someone who's being difficult, until you can see the world through his or her eyes, here are the four basic types. Your Self-Image - How Is It Working for You? By : Gerri D Smith Take charge of your life. Knowing what you want and how to get there is more then half the battle. Knowing yourself and improving the behavior that doesn't work is one of the keys. Think Success and You Will Have Success! By : Ineke Van Lint The universe will give you health, if you learn to think in terms of health, not illness. You will have success if you think in terms of success, not failure. Everything you think about repeatedly will manifest one day or another. So why not think of what you want, instead of what you don't want? In either way you will get what you asked for! So ask for good things by thinking of good things. Setting Goals - How to Reach Your Dreams By : Cathy Warschaw Learning how to set goals. Success for You - Habits of Successful People By : Cathy Warschaw Rules on how to become successful. Self-esteem: The Enamel of Success By : Cathy Warschaw Importance of developing and maintaining a healthy self-esteem. You Get What You Ask For! By : Ineke Van Lint In life we get what we ask for. Everything starts with a thought. A thought is an energy. Energy wants to manifest itself. A lot of thoughts in the same direction will, that's for sure, manifest in the real world. This is the process of creation. Start thinking positive thoughts. Think only thoughts you wish to see happen in real life. Think only what you want to become true. Activate the Energy of the Universe By : Ineke Van Lint There is no such thing like people with a lot of energy and other ones without energy. The difference is that energetic people know how to activate this always available energy. And the low energy people, they block this energy, which is although always available for them too! Five Steps to Success in Everything You Do By : Ineke Van Lint To realize any dream you want, follow these five steps or conditions : you need a strong desire, a clear positive goal (written down), a strong belief in yourself, a positive thinking pattern and consistency. With these five ingredients you manifest any of your dreams! Learn How to Love Yourself By : Ineke Van Lint What does that mean to love yourself? Loving yourself is building a strong inner connection with yourself. You need to learn how to be a loving parent for yourself. First you need to develop your female energy : your Inner Mother, that part of you that is always caring, loving, accepting and understanding you. You also need to develop your inner masculine energy : your Inner Father, who is there to protect you and to act for you in the outside world. Make Conversation in 5 Easy Ways By : Peter Murphy Just as most of us weren't born with a silver spoon in our mouth, we weren't born knowing how to make conversation. Making conversation is more of an art. Like any art, practice leads to mastery. Invisible Energy, Visible Results By : Annett Tate Change, transition and growth are the natural movements of life. We can fight against these processes, or learn to be in harmony with them. You Can't Play Win-Win With A Bully Until... By : Laurie Weiss When being polite and understanding gets you nowhere, you may be trying to cooperate with a bully. It simply won't work. You must start by giving him a reason to listen to you. Why Personal Motivation is The Key To Success By : Peter Murphy When it comes to success, a person needs to be able to achieve personal motivation. Personal motivation is what drives us internally and externally to succeed in what ever we want to succeed in. Self-Motivation Strategies for Greater Achievement By : Peter Murphy The key to self-motivation is setting goals. Without goals, it really doesn't matter how self motivated a person tries to be. They have to know what it is that they are motivated for. The Good News: It's All Your Fault! By : Joel Orr How taking blame empowers you to change things Overcome Conversation Power Plays: 5 Steps to Success By : Laurie Weiss When you know you are supposed to "just shut up and listen," and you really want to get your point across, you have options. Follow these steps to reclaim your own power. Stop Procrastinating by Understanding Your Personal Procrastination Style By : Peter Murphy Procrastinating is a very common problem in our society today. It seems to be more of a problem especially in the workplace. There are many factors that play a part in procrastination and why humans do it. Overcoming Procrastination - Critical Success Factors By : Peter Murphy Procrastination is a very common problem in society today. The definition of procrastination means to literally avoid doing a task that needs to be completed. We are all guilty of it at one time or another in our lives. Real Estate - Condominium or Fee Simple Ownership By : Roselind Hejl Are you considering a real estate purchase? Read this review of two types of real estate ownership, and gain a clear understanding of your rights and obligations as a homeowner. Lose Your Mind and Come to Your Senses By : Eve Delunas Back in the 1960's, a famous psychologist named Fritz Perls used to say, "Lose your mind and come to your senses." When we "lose our minds" we do, indeed, come to our senses. The present moment of our lives becomes infinitely richer and more satisfying. We are able to access deep peace and inner stillness, even amidst chaos and confusion. We feel more connected to our inner guidance, as we inhabit a clear space within us, uncluttered by thought, in which abundant insight and creative inspiration are easily received. Commitment: Secret of Success By : Joel Orr How commitment makes or breaks relationships Extreme Self-Care - Make Time For Yourself By : Clare Evans At times when life seems to be getting us down or we're going through a period of stress, loss or uncertainty, it's important to take special care of ourselves! Make sure you look after yourself so that you're ready to tackle life full on. Five Simple Effective Ways to Blast Through Anxiety and Explode your Self-Esteem By : Darren Hodgson One of the best ways to build confidence, self-esteem and overcome anxiety is to just do it. You're caught in a vicious circle and the only way to break free is to do what you're afraid of. Escape the Maze Trapping You From Life Success By : Nathan F. Shaw Captivating analogy of achieving life success by navigating through a maze. Motivation and Personality - Which Type Are You? By : Peter Murphy Personality has a big impact on how we are motivated in our lives. Motivation and personality are definitely connected. There are three basic personalities that seem to be motivation for what we do and who we want to become. Running on the Right Path By : Michael Connelly This article is about an avid runner who goes for a run in the wilderness to get away from his problems, and learns a valuable lesson about life along the way. Zen Goal Setting and Life Success By : Nathan F. Shaw 5 tips for an emotionally balanced approach to goal setting and life success based on my reflections whilst travelling in Thailand. Daily Motivation Secrets that Really Work By : Peter Murphy Everyday life can be frustrating in today's society. It is becoming more and more difficult for people to find happiness in the world we live in today. But it is important to try to stay positive and obtain daily motivation. Human Motivation and the 3 Motivation Personalities By : Peter Murphy Human motivation is a response that our body has to some form of either internal or external stimulation. In simple terms, it means that our body is responding to stimulation. How to remove pet stain, ballpen(ink) stain and wine stain on your carpet using household products. By : Rodel Garcia There are a variety of products available in the market that helps you remove various types of stains. But did you know that stains can be removed even without using expensive chemicals at all? The best solution in minimizing stains or totally remove them is simply by cleaning the spills and dirt the moment they crop up. Moreover, cleaning them will not even require you to leave the comforts of your home just to buy expensive cleaning products. To Be Successful, You Must Stay Motivated! By : Nicky Pilkington If you surveyed 50 people asking each their definition of success, chances are you would receive fifty different answers. Even so, there are certain steps everyone must follow in order to be successful. One of the most important is - staying motivated. Personal Growth through Sacrifice and Discipline By : Nicky Pilkington Sacrifice of self to self. What does it mean? It means letting go of the old self for a new and better self. This is a hard thing to do as we get comfortable with whom and what we are. Our old self is familiar, seems safe, and is relatively effortless to maintain. Achieving Your Goals By : Nicky Pilkington Setting and achieving your goals can be one of the most stressful and sometimes futile things you ever do in your life. Important Steps to a Super Powerful Memory By : Nicky Pilkington Are you constantly forgetting things? If you're like most people then you probably said yes. Are You a Habitual Starter? By : John Halderman Do you keep starting things and don't ever complete anything? This is a sign of scattered thinking which leads to disatisfaction and frustration. Find out what you need to do in order to get yourself on a success cycle supporting your purpose. How To Be Rich Beyond Your Wildest Dreams By : Saleem Rana Wealth is an attitude. Pursuing this attitude gives you the knowledge, the skills, and the power to continually escalate your wealth. When you understand how the mind works, it really is no exaggeration to say that you can be rich beyond your wildest dreams. How to Be Fearless By : Saleem Rana Revealed! A little-known, safe, yet powerful techniques to totally eliminate panic and anxiety out of your life, even if the doctors have given up! My friend described this planet as a fear-based matrix. At the time, we had just finished watching the movie, The Matrix, the first episode. In a way, he was right. We are all conditioned to be afraid. In fact, it is rare to find anyone who does not entertain some form of insecurity, regardless of how much they may deny it. What is fear? When we were studying emotional imbalances in school, my professor, said fear is an acronym called F.E.A.R. It means a False Estimation Appearing as Real. We project into the environment our feeling of insecurity and see in it dangers to our well-being. Yet the reality out there has too many variables for us to predict it. Thus, all our anticipations are based on our insecurity, rather than a sudden clairvoyance. With the proper mindset, determination, and will power, you can conquer your fear. Everyone has some sort of fear. It is brought about by past traumas, the influence of other fearful people, and our own critical and hypersensitive view of things. Although, fear is only in our mind, it does appear real to us. How do we break free from it? How long must you remain a hostage to it? A practical step to take to release it There is a single practical-and unpleasant step-you can take with any fear-and that is to face it. Again, you have two choices, here. You can run a mental simulation of the fearful event in your mind until it no longer has any charge. In these simulations, see yourself handling the fear with a sense of courage. For example, if you have a fear of spiders, you can imagine that you have many friendly spiders as your pets, or that you rescue spiders from getting drowned in rain gutters, etc. In other words, you take on a very positive picture. Or, you can also actually go through the event physically, and see how your fears are, in fact, in your mind, and not out there. For example, if you are afraid of public speaking, you can arrange to join a speaker's club and work it out in a public setting. This is how you face your fears head-on and eliminate them. Your fears can also be more subtle and pervasive. More subtle anxiety You may, for example, want to become a published writer, but you don't know if you can handle the pressure or the rejection from editors, and so on. Again, doing it, either mentally or even physically will show you that most editors are actually very human; and, in fact, many will even help you to improve your writing skills. Tap your whole mind In my experience, whenever I'm really determined to do something, my superconscious mind kicks in. I experience a flow of synchronicity that opens a way where before no way existed. With the proper mindset, literally anything is possible. Faith in your abilities, in your subconscious intelligence, and in the manifestation of amazing coincidences will see you through anything. Face your fears. That's the cure. It's simple and it's uncomfortable, but it works. Using visualization and/or action can eliminate any fear. You're not alone In addition, you don't have to do it alone. There are many skilled therapists who can help you work through your fears. In fact, I have found phobias can easily be eliminated with the proper techniques. Saleem Rana is a psychotherapist in Denver, Colorado. Attention: I'll show you how to stop panic and anxiety right now! http://theempoweredsoul.com/SelfImprovementBooks/panicattack.html How-To Listen Effectively By : Allyson Brandy You are sitting in a packed auditorium. The speaker is at the lectern up front. He is moderately boring but his message is important. Your attention, however, is wandering. You've missed the main point, but still nod your head as if you understood? This behavior is common. It happens to us all the time. We listen to a myriad of conversations; however, we usually comprehend little of what is being said. The Art of Storytelling in Public Speaking By : Mike Moore It is important for speakers to remember that human beings have an insatiable appetite for stories. How To Cope With Difficult People By : Saleem Rana Coping with difficult people is an essential life skill that we seldom learn. Here is a way to get some perspective on this thorny issue. How To Improve Your Memory By : Lee Dobbins Do you forget peoples names as soon as you are introduced to them? Did you ever go to the store only to forget what you went there to buy? These are actually common occurrences that happen to people every day and there are methods you can use to help improve your memory in these areas. Impress Your Date With Your Self Confidence By : Lee Dobbins Dating can be stressful and nerve wracking. You might feel like you are under a microscope and all your failures and faults are exposed in the open. But you can make things easier on yourself by boosting your confidence. You'll be much more attractive to any date when you exude self confidence plus you'll be able to enjoy yourself more and get much more out of the dating experience. How to Win at the Game of Life By : Saleem Rana In any company, in any entrepreneurial venture, it is the service provider who takes home the money. The slackers, the cynics, and the rebels watch the prizes fly past their noses. See why providing excellent service automatically leads to riches. People Skills Magic in 7 Steps By : Peter Murphy 7 ways to develop your people skills - there are some basic guidelines to how to have good people skills. The following list explains certain qualities on should have to be considered in possession of good people skills. Conversation Topics and the Common Mistakes You Make By : Peter Murphy The following list explains some of the forbidden conversation topics. These topics should be avoided unless you are in a conversation with someone really close to you where awkwardness is not a concern. Good Conversation Secrets that Work Every Time By : Peter Murphy Learning a little bit about what to avoid and how to bring everyone into a good conversation can help you to avoid horrible situations. The following guidelines will outline some things you should and should not do during a conversation. Using these guidelines throughout your conversations you will find that you tend to have more good conversation than bad. Art of Conversation Made Easy By : Peter Murphy There are three common reasons why people tend to feel uncomfortable about conversation. The following list explains these reasons and how to overcome them so you can be a master of conversation. Influence People with these 5 Simple Steps By : Peter Murphy The following outlines the steps to take to influence people. You can use these steps no matter what you are trying to change their minds about. 5 Conversation Tips for Dealing with Awkward People By : Peter Murphy Any good conversation tips must include reference to things you just should not do. There are some habits that you should put a stop to so you can communicate effectively. Social Skills and the 5 Keys to Winning Friends By : Peter Murphy Knowing the basics will help you to build good people skills that can make you successful in building good relationships. Social skills are the way you interact with other people. It includes the way you talk, your body language and how you treat others in general. Conversations, Small Talk and the Secret to Making Friends By : Peter Murphy The following tips outline some great pointers for how to make small talk less of a chore and more fun. You will find information on what to say, how to ease your nerves and above all, how to keep small talk from getting out of control. How to Start a Conversation in Unusual Circumstances By : Peter Murphy Knowing how to start a conversation in a variety of tricky circumstances will help you become more confident in your abilities to communicate effectively. New Year Resolution - Part 5 By : Tracie Johanson I resolve..... New Year Resolution - Part 4 By : Tracie Johanson We've recently been talking about New Year Resolutions. In other articles we've already covered how to write them, long-term vs. short-term goals and the role of exercise in a resolution. The topic in this article is motivation! Is goal setting a waste of time? By : Saleem Rana Success requires a clear goal. It's easy to set goals when you know how. Here are a few tips to get started. Knowledge Or Action By : Brian Baldwin It's been said that knowledge is power. While that's true to an extent, it isn't the whole truth. Knowledge without action is almost useless. It doesn't help to be a genius if you never do anything with the knowledge. Presentation Skills Training and Coaching Tips By : Robin Chandler How to present well - A summery of presentation skills training courses for company managers, the use of power point, public speaking and corporate conferences, coaching and design. Public Speaking - The Art of Speech Making By : Robin Chandler How do you speak naturally while all those people are watching you? This document covers hints and tips on public speaking, dealing with anxiety, public speaking skills and techniques and public speaking training. Personal impact - Making the Impact You Choose By : Robin Chandler This document will help you to be more aware of how you impact on others and offers ideas for choosing what you want that impact to be. Can You Handle Deferred Success? By : John Halderman Can you handle deffered success? Are you willing to fail until you succeed? The action of finding failure leads to success. No action leads to failure. Learn to stick with failures until you find success. The Secret To Success That Almost No One Else Will Tell You By : Lance Murkin A piece that tells the 'real story' and gives each individual the power to reach their goals How Is The Mirror Of Life Treating You? By : John Halderman How are you projecting yourself to the world? Personal development tip for experiencing more happiness and getting what you want in life. Be proactive with your self-improvement. From Sumo To Sinatra - A Gastric Bypass Surgery Success By : Craig Thompson Craig Big-T Thompson, Gastric Bypass Survivor, tells about his 8.5 year Post Op Journey. From Being a 400 pound Sumo Wrestler to Sinatra like Big Band recording artist. 5 Ways To Stay Motivated By : Tracie Johanson Do you remember the day you first joined your gym? Wasn't it a great feeling, knowing that you had finally taken that first step towards living a healthier life? Making a conscious, positive decision to improve is rewarding, and hopefully we've all kept that promise to ourselves. But try as we might, it seems that there's always a handy excuse to not exercise. Have You Done Your Cultivating Today? By : Charity Adams Work at Home Moms and Dad cultivate your family, home and yourself and the business will grow. How to Make a Conversation Flow By : Peter Murphy Here are some tips on how to make a conversation flow by concentrating on why we talk to each other in the first place. How A Decision Can Save Your Life By : Saleem Rana Mr. Galen Litchfield, the manager of Asia Life Insurance, was in Shanghai when Japanese troops invaded. This was in 1942, after the invasion of Pearl Harbor. His ability to make sound decisions saved his life. You, too, can learn to be decisive and get better results in your life. 10 Easy Weight Loss Tips By : Melanie Mendelson If you need to lose weight, follow these easy weight loss tips and watch the fat come off. How To Solve Unsolvable Problems By : Saleem Rana When Willis H. Carrier was a young man, he worked for the Buffalo Forge Company in Buffalo, New York. One of his toughest projects was the installation of a gas-cleaning device in a plant of the Pittsburgh Glass Company at Crystal City, Missouri. As Willis worked on this project, problems arose - because, while the device did work, it did not work properly. Stunned by his failure, Willis got nervous, upset, and physically ill, and he obsessed about the malfunctioning device to the point of insomnia. This is the story of how he solved this problem. You will learn how you can solve unsolvable problems, too. 3 Simple Steps To Solving Problems By : Saleem Rana You can move beyond your stuck states by contemplating all the possible consequences of your own particular situation. There are three essential steps you have to take to get a grip on any vexing problem and find ways to solve it. The Root Cause of Failure By : Paul M. Jerard Jr. It is always a wise practice, to learn from the mistakes of others, but it is also wise to learn from our own mistakes. Failure, stress, and depression, all have one common link. Quest for Freedom--A Story Of Pure Courage By : Saleem Rana This is a true story about Stanislavsky Lech during the time of the Nazi occupation of Poland. It is a story of courage and the lesson that no matter how bad things get, there is always a solution. What We Can Learn From J. Paul Getty By : Saleem Rana This is a brief story of how J. Paul Getty first got started on his way to his vast fortune. There is a lot we can learn from observing how he made his decisions.
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