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5 Good Habits That You Must Develop By : Tony Hall One of the secrets of successful people is that they develop good habits. They do things every day that help them to reach their goals. And by doing them each day they become a natural part of their life. If you learn to do the same you will be taking an important step towards realizing your own ambitions.All you have to do is decide what you want to do and you can start right here. 8 Tips To Stop Self-Sabotaging And Self-Defeating Behaviors By : Here are some tips to stop self defeating and self sabotaging behavior. How to stop being your own worst enemy Be Like Water By : Kim McGinnis Experience challenges in your life like the grace of a gently running stream. Learn how being one with the fluidity of water can teach you to stay centered and strong in the tough times and ride your success with humility. The 7 Simple Steps to Solving All Your Problems By : Tony Hall In life, whether it be in personal matters or business affairs, things do not always go to plan and you are certain to encounter problems at some stage.But in this article you can discover the simple steps you can take to overcome them. Universal Laws of Energy and Change - Part 2 By : Jan Engels Smith This is the second of two articles on energy and change, discussing intention and action and how energy affects all of these aspects. Winning An Argument By : Roy E. Klienwachter When you enter into an argument with another, what is it that you hope to gain? If you enter into a heated debate with someone else, you must realize that there are more than the two entities involved. How to Use Criticism as a Learning Tool By : Ainsley Laing When you are feeling emotional from someone's criticism, it's helpful to try and remember that most criticism is meant to help. Learning to evaluate it objectively will lead to many opportunities for growth and improvement! A New Earth - There's More! By : Ariole K Alei Humanity is at a crossroads. We face collective global crises that can no longer be ignored. How will we access the Will, the Courage, and the Inspiration to address these 'opportunities'? Learn how to re-sensitize yourself, to 'underwhelm your overwhelm' and step into the most exciting time in human history. The Incredible Power of Intent By : Dr. Margaret Paul The joy that you seek is the result of choosing the intent to learn rather than the intent to control. Learn how to consciously begin choosing the intent to learn about loving yourself. Welcome to the Throat Chakra By : Sharon Carne The throat chakra represents how we communicate our truth, our integrity, our will and willpower. How we make our choices and their consequences, even understanding the consequences of our thoughts and beliefs. It is also the home of some of our greatest fears and the place of surrender from personal will to your higher purpose. Because it is the home of surrender, it is also the home of control. Quite a mouthful, isn't it? Resisting Life By : Kate Loving Shenk Fearlessness is tricky. Let the words contained here help you to see fear in a new way. Activation Energy vs Momentum - Why You Don't Want to Stop By : John Allison When we are working on a goal to improve ourselves or our lives, we often look to gain momentum. Before momentum sets in, we want to watch out for the cost of stopping. Here's why. Mental Self-Defense Strategies By : Activities to help build self-esteem. Why You May NOT Want To Lose Weight By : While excess weight may cause you to feel frustrated and unhappy, many of us may want to think about why we may want to keep the weight ON. Learn To Be A Social Networking Whiz Kid By : Kate Loving Shenk Virtual Reality Is An Arena of healing: Mind, Body, Psyche and Spirit The Hypnotic Body By : The power of the human mind over the human body is truly amazing. Did you know that you can use hypnosis to enter a trance state and through certain mental exercises your immune system, eliminate warts and skin conditions and even create some? Learn about the power of hypnosis and what it can do for your body! Gratitude is the Spiritual Path to Awakening By : Richard D. Blackstone Learn why gratitude is the key element in awakening to your spiritual aspect. See the connection between gratitude and the effortless flow of abundance, health and harmony into your life. Are you a perfectionist? By : Melisa Milonas Do you see yourself as a perfectionist? Although you may think that is a positive attribute you are about to learn the truth about perfectionism. There are many undesirable perfectionism can have on your self worth value, and confidence. Reclaiming Confidence By : Shannon Graham This article covers the keys that are necessary to take claim your confidence and live life on your terms. It outlines in detail different ways you can use these tools so that you a have a better understanding of your self as well as higher levels of certainty. Be Happy The Personal Development Technique By : In our 21st Century world with its fast-paced life it can be all too easy to get caught up in the frustrations and negativity it evokes. Have you become disillusioned and unhappy with your life? Would you like to learn a simple technique that can guarantee you feel happy whenever you like? Then read on! Are you Hanging in There? By : Michael A. Verdicchio When you ask someone, “How are you doing?” they often answer back, “Oh, I’m hanging in there.” There are times when we are dealing with challenges. But why would we want to admit that the best that we can do right now is just to “hang in there?” Didn’t God promise a lot more? Mind and Body Flexibility By : Char Cooper RN, MSN, APRN Mental and physical flexibility, its important to have both. Fear of Driving and Automatic Negative Thoughts By : Rich Presta The fear of driving is often complicated, if not caused by, the individuals’ automatic negative thoughts. These thoughts can be scary and irrational, such as the concern that they will veer into oncoming traffic or drive off a bridge. These thoughts are often described as the most bothersome symptom of driving anxiety and they can be the actual triggers for panic attacks while driving. Controlling these thoughts is critical to success in eliminating a driving phobia. Unique team building experiences By : Kal Banev Creating unique, exciting, alternative, inspiring and fun teambuilding events has always been at the heart of what we do at Poisson Rouge. Teambuilding events are our currency - it's the paint with which we cover our canvass. Why Tens of Thousands of People are Becoming Life Coaches By : Bruce D Schneider Whether a seeker or hoping to become a professional coach, people from every walk of life are turning to life coach training. Visualize Your Life With a Spiritual Foundation By : Richard D. Blackstone Can you imagine your life if you lived in balance with the spiritual aspect of your being? Allowing your spirit to be part of your decision making process opens your life to an infinite variety of possibilities. The Very Spritual Concept of Being the Change By : Richard D. Blackstone Discover why your beingness is more important than what you do. You will understand that what you do is entirely dependent on what you are being. A Spiritual Perspective of Who You Really Are By : Richard D. Blackstone Do you know who you really are? Are you your body? Are you your mind? Take a deep look at a spiritual perspective at this most basic life question. Who are you? Reducing Fear of Driving with Proper Breathing By : Rich Presta Driving can often cause fear, anxiety and panic which creates problems with breathing. By learning a few simple techniques you can easily recognize when your breathing is abnormal and be able to act upon it to prevent any further anxiety. This article outlines the symptoms of driving fear and also how to reduce the problems through proper breathing. Taking the Mystery out of Hypnosis By : Barrie St. John I’ve compiled and addressed some of my favorite hypnosis myths to help clarify exactly what hypnosis is, and more to point, what it is not. An E-book Success Story By : Gihan Perera I'll explain Max's success process in a minute. But first, I'd like you to play along with me and do this little puzzle ... Discovering Everyday Gratitude at Work: How to Appreciate & Actually Enjoy What You Do at Work By : Mike Robbins Have you ever had something taken away from you only to realize how much you appreciated it after it was gone? I ask this question every time I start one of my appreciation speeches and seminars for Fortune 500 companies. As I pause and wait for people to respond, many hands go up. Are You Willing To Stop Complaining About Your Life? By : Kimbles What most people don’t realize is that by complaining, blaming and being overly vocal without taking action, they give away their power to change the situation or themselves. By complaining we put ourselves in the victim role. The Being and Doing of Gratitude By : Richard D. Blackstone Gratitude is not just something you do, it is a state of being. The more you are "being" grateful, the more you see the natural consequences of the "beingness." Are you being grateful for all that you have and are? Personal Finance Do's and Don'ts By : Leo J. Quinn, Jr Every single one of us has to manage our personal finances. Fortunately, there are a few simple rules that will help anyone stay on track, and reduce the amount of stress involved when it comes to making sure personal finances are well in order. An Orange, Consciousness & Spiritual Perspective By : Richard D. Blackstone What does an orange have to do with consciousness? Everything. It's not so much what the orange is but what is inside of the orange. Freedom and Power of Accountability By : Jay Fiset Why an article on accountability? While hardly a new theme, the notion is widely maligned, misunderstood, or missed completely. Hospital or Private Practice - What Nurses Need to Consider When Making This Vital Decision By : Grant Eckert In any career, there are a number of decisions to make. Within the nursing path, there are a number of directions you can take when you are first starting out, often resulting in different career paths and positions. The first and most vital decision you will make is whether to enter the hospital setting or the private practice setting. Both have their rewards, as well as their limitations, so this is a choice you need to spend time on making. Connecting with the Patient - Why Nurses Truly Make a Difference By : Grant Eckert It's common knowledge that a nurse is an integral part of the healing process. But what you might not realize is just how important you are as a nurse and how you can help your patient to weather a difficult time. Though there are hundreds of different ways that a nurse can help make a difference for a patient, these are a few of the most often cited. Beginning the Journey into Spirituality By : Richard D. Blackstone Every journey begins with the first step. Let's take a look at the first steps into the journey of the Nuts and Bolts of Spirituality. Learn How to Defend Your Dreams! By : Lyca Shan- Just Imagine if you could overcome any obstacle in your life and come out kicking! Now you can! How? By becoming a Black Belt Dreamer! Learn how to defend your dreams using mental martial arts! The Power of Subconscious Mind By : Susan N Gray Discover the power of subconscious mind within you. If you want to be successful, you need to know how subconscious mind works. It's never too late to achieve your dreams. "It is never too late to be what you might have been", George Eliot. The Danger Of Negative Thinking By : Kevin Quigley Think now of YOUR reality - the life you lead every day. What do you do? How do you feel as you awake? Do you have any enthusiasm for your way of life? Do you enjoy your work, or are you on welfare? Then ask yourself this important question: Spiritual Balance Will Wake You Up By : Richard D. Blackstone Discover the importance of bringing your spirit into balance in your mind, body, spirit being. Are you in balance now? This information is life transforming. Success Personal Growth By : Susan N Gray Learn, develop and apply Success Personal Growth tips in all areas of your life. The Necessity of Awareness By : Richard D. Blackstone Are you aware that you are aware? If not you need to read this article to see why being aware is critical to the "active manifestation" of your life. Seek to Know your Inner Guide By : Richard D. Blackstone You are not alone on this life journey. You have a built in guide to help let you know when you are not in alignment with your intentions and desires. It is critical to know how to access and use this guide. Read on for the access code. Franchising, a Business Option for You? By : Lynette Chartier Just like everything else in life, no business model is 100% good or 100% bad. You will need to weigh the pros and cons of franchising, for yourself. Franchising can be a nice compromise between starting a business from scratch and buying an existing business. Essential Difference Between Male and Female By : Bawa Muhaiyaddeen A man asked a Sufi, “People talk about male and female, but what is the essential difference between the two?” The Sufi replied, “O man, both are formed of the five elements. The concept of male and female applies to the body. The Artist who created the male and female merely decorated them.... WithInAsThru The Importance of Mentors By : Scott Kiere All around, you may see people who are doing, having, and being what you'd desire for yourself. Have you ever given thought to how they achieved their dreams? And has it ever occurred to you that perhaps the quickest way to realize your desires is to learn directly from one of them – to acquire a me How well Do You Know Your Emotions? By : akw This article examines our emotions and how they should be regarded. It looks at the examinations of our emotions and how their control can be seen as a forms of spiritual warefare. Spirituality Information: We are all one! By : Richard D. Blackstone How do you heal the world with one simple concept? You understand and KNOW that at the highest levels of our consciousness "We Are All One." The key is to become aware of this truth and observe your own transformation. Allow this concept to be your truth and your world will heal before your very eyes. Read on to begin the awareness process The Untold Truth About Mentors, and Why You DON’T Need ONE By : David Riklan I think there is a misconception about what a mentor truly is. A mentor is someone who guides you, someone wise, someone you trust. A mentor can be your confidant, advisor, coach, or even your role model. Many people swear by their mentors and frequently credit them with much of their success. The Power of Persistence By : Sharon Eiffel A little boy has just been given a new bike by his parents. That boy has never been on one before. But he really wanted to ride one. So naturally he practices. The boy falls numerous times. He even scraped his knees on the pavement. The mother seeing her child like that wanted him to stop. But the little boy refused to do so. He practiced all the way to the afternoon and by the end of the day, he was dirty and scraped in several places. But the boy did learn how to ride and that was more than en Leadership Skills: Delegating Responsibility By : CJ Williams Here we look at how leaders should allocate roles, responsibilities, and authority, to other senior managers and specialists, in order to ensure that the action taken and decisions made by the senior management team is effectively supporting the organisation’s strategies. Are You Unconsciously Limiting Your Wealth Potential? By : Becky Kimes Are you open and ready to receive the unlimited wealth and prosperity that is your birthright? If you are struggling to reach your financial goals, unconscious, limiting beliefs may be holding you back. Learn how to identify these beliefs that may be sabotaging your financial success Anxiety in Learning a Language By : C. Ozcan Some people come across with many difficulties when learning a second language.It is believed that there are some emotional factors in foreign language learning which affect our learning abilities.These are mainly thought to be intelligence, motivation, attitudes and anxiety. Watch your language By : Gemma Bailey How your language can influence your experiences of life. Healthy Guilt, Unhealthy Guilt By : Dr. Margaret Paul Sometimes guilt is appropriate and often it isn't. Discover what causes guilt and the difference between healthy and unhealthy guilt. Using Positive Affirmations to Achieve Success By : Roshawn Hall Although people do not always realize it, they can often be limited in what they can achieve by mental boundaries. These mental boundaries can in turn be overcome by positive affirmations and affirmation enhancement. The Truth About Habits By : Thanaseelan It all starts with the right thought, supported by a positive attitude, followed by actions, which influences our habits and the clear objective which provides the discipline to sustain our new habits. Also, we should remember that it is not a question of "can we do it?" but it is actually "will we do it?" A Very Different Perspective Will Become Obvious Out Of Self Realization by Elysha By : elysha Once you begin to awaken to this "you" and the clarity that this "you" is, you will not be so interested in turning away from it - particularly to the sheer "ugliness" of what you are left with trying to defend when you are not realizing this "you" of you. Means to Attract Abundance – 4 Abundance Attractors You Need to Know By : Michael Lee There are simple means to attract abundance; all you need to do is attract it properly. Follow the means to attract abundance and start living the life you’ve always dreamed of. Successful Leadership Strategies By : CJ Williams In this article, we look at the first group of activities that successful leaders must organise and manage in order to ensure the success of their strategies. In Forgiveness, Gratitude Grows By : Linda Berry Do you have challenges with forgiveness? In many of us, the word “forgiveness” will generate resistance within. Forgiving feels as though we are condoning a behavior we feel should not be encouraged. Often, the feeling that someone got away with something at our expense, will surface... How Do You Use Your Energy? By : Marilyn Schwader Each of us has the same 24 hours each day. How do you focus yourself during your 24 hours? Three steps can help you to focus your energy. Overcoming Negative Habits and Programming-Remember WYTIWYG! By : Susan L Reid Go to any bookstore in the United States and you’ll find rows and rows of self-help books dedicated to overcoming negative habits and programming. It’s staggering and a bit overwhelming to know which book will actually do the trick, fix the problem, or solve the issue. Yikes! Are we really that bad off? No, we are not. Next time you feel the urge to change yourself; don’t run to the nearest bookstore. Save your money! Just remember WYTIWYG. The Walking Stick Story and A Lesson Well Learned! By : Unity Love An enlightening story for healers and those who think they constantly need to help others. Discover How To Get Want You Want By Asking Powerful Questions By : Kimbles The most important thing to remember when asking these questions is to focus on the positive and stay from asking WHY? Why-type questions tend to evoke too much unnecessary analysis, feelings of guilt and self-blame. Is Your Definition of Success Broken? By : Nina Ham, CPCC, LCSW Success as an accomplishment or an objective represents, at best, the culmination of aspirations and meaning in a person’s life. But often success as a guiding principle remains vague or out-of-date in a person’s mind, dissipating the power of focus and intention it could provide. Read how to identify a “broken” definition of success and learn some pointers for replacing it with a compelling and down-to-earth definition that can guide you in times of transition. 10 Best Audio Books to Improve Your Mind By : Juliette Lee Here are some of the 10 best audio books to improve your mind My Journey of Empowerment By : Bell Rushing Right before my precious mother passed away, I remember vividly when she said, “Enjoy Life” while you’re young, because you don’t know what alignments you’ll have once you get older. Live your life to its fullest potential and have FUN! Being emotionally attached and overwhelmed... Living Your Life Courageously By : Karen Wright At some point in a person’s life, one may realize that there is more to attain and desire beyond their present role and status. Do you ever feel that you want more out of life? Do you feel that over time, your life evolved and the role you are now in does not fit anymore? 8 Tips to Identify Terrific Topics to Market Your Business With Articles By : Nancy Waring Writing articles for internet distribution is a popular and effective means of marketing your business. Articles are an excellent way to let others learn about your expertise, while providing valuable information to potential customers and business partners. Do You Need Others' Approval? By : Dr. Margaret Paul Are you often anxious about how you perform and how you look? Are your good feelings dependent upon how others feel about you? Who is responsible for your self-worth - your or others? Seven Steps to Designing the Life You Deserve By : BraveHeart Woman Feel something’s not right in your life? Feeling stuck? Not sure where you’re headed? Are you simply searching for more? No need to swim against the current of your life, engulfed in frustration. You can take steps today to release what’s holding you back, reshape the direction of your life and sail forward in an effortless flow. A Journey of Personal Growth By : BraveHeart Woman In the cold silent darkness of a winter night, snowflakes slowly fell glistening as I turned on the outside lights. The purity and newness of the shimmering flakes reminded me of my new journey of growth and personal development. Importance of Visualization in LOA By : Rhonda Byrne This article explains you the importance of visualization in law of attraction. Positive Thinking - Success Is Not A Secret By : Eric Chay Whether a person will become successful actually starts with his state of mind. The Four Misconceptions About Needs By : true2you When working with women, I find a lot of them struggle with getting their personal needs met. Here are four misconceptions about needs that would be helpful for women to pay attention to. The Incredible Button By : Darlene Braden Have you ever jumped to conclusions? Wouldn’t it be interesting if you were able to pause a bit and not make it mean anything until you gave it some time? What if you didn’t grab a conclusion so quickly? Goal Setting By : Sharon Eiffel It is said that God has planned something specific for each one of us. Each one of us has come on this earth to fulfill His peculiar motive; but we need to follow our intuition and pursue our purpose. Self-confidence and Inner Self-worth By : Farouk True self confidence comes from within and not from external info gathering about your looks, personality or style. Meditation: A Path To Inner Peace By : Gwen Nyhus Stewart This article examines the role of meditation as one of the proven alternative therapies that in recent years have been classified under the mind-body medicine therapies. Traditionally meditation has been used for spiritual growth but more recently has become a valuable tool for managing stress and finding a place of peace, relaxation, and tranquility in a demanding fast-paced world. Various meditation techniques are outlined in this article with practical steps to beginning a meditative practice. Gratitude: 10 Practical Steps By : Gwen Nyhus Stewart This article discusses the perspective of practicing gratitude as a pathway to inner peace. One of the Universal Laws is the Law of Increase: meaning that whatever you focus your energy on will increase in your life. Practical steps to consciously focusing this energy is the geneses of this piece. Lessons from the Drive Thru Window. The Power of Asking By : Eli Davidson Simple Questions Can SUPERSIZE Your Life. Asking a few key questions can dramatically impact your life. 13 Tips To Effective Decision Making By : There are some people who find it really easy to make decisions whilst other people get tied up in procrastination and find it impossible to make decisions - particularly very important decisions. When the decision is big and has a major impact on your life it can be very difficult to make a decision because you might be worrying about making the wrong decision or even worried that you can't undo the decision once you've made it. Learning the Art of Self-empowerment By : Anne Wolski Have you ever met someone who has such a friendly disposition that he or she is able to almost instantly make friends with people, even in a room full of strangers? If you can become a people person, and we all can, you can be successful. You just need to know how to get started on this journey of self-empowerment.