What
Gail Devers Taught Us About True Winners
Gail Devers says: "Keep your dreams alive. Understand
to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard
work, determination and dedication. Remember all things are possible for
those who believe.".......
Thoughts
Become Things So Think Positive
Have you ever wondered why some things seem to come so
simple for some people while things that you wish for seem to take forever
or never happen at all? Have you actually taken the time to think about
what you spend a lot of your time......
Striving
To Stand On Our Own
All of us has a privilege to life. This comes with
great responsibility of improving our own lives with the choices we make.
Those who are striving to become whatever we have set our eyes on, the
key is to be able to stand on our own.......
Exceptions
Break The Rule
What's the point of a rule, goal, or plan if you don't
follow it? If you're not willing to follow a plan, idea, or goal
straight through, then don't bother pretending. You're only setting yourself
up for disappointment. You'll be creating........
Ingredients
For Success
Attitude is one of those words that we have difficulty
defining. It is a state of mind, a disposition, it reflects in our moods
and personality, it molds our perspectives and preferences. It can result
in laxity or negligence: an "It’s Not My Job" mentality.......
7
Easy Creative Rituals to Spark Your Imagination and Inspire Your Soul
Revitalizing your creative talents will help you in the
most unexpectedly wonderful ways: a new business idea, a renewed commitment
to self-care, an appreciation for the beauty that lies all around us.
Finding a small bit of time each day.......
Gratitude:
The Secret Behind Creativity
Gratitude is extremely powerful and can’t be activated
unless consciously practiced every day of our lives. It can turn a sour
mood into a joyous one, make us laugh at our own silly shortcomings, and
open our hearts up to increased.......
How
Do You Win at Home Organization? Think Small!
Procrastination is often the by-product of fear. We may
perceive something to be so big or unattainable that we become overwhelmed
and immobile. Getting organized doesn’t mean you have to take on
that mountain in one grand.........
Christian
Singles: Questions To Keep Your Spirit Alive
I was recently reminded of this when I met up with a
friend for coffee. As energetic, bubby, positive, social, million-miles
an hour type of Christian girl, she was telling me about her new boyfriend.
They had moved in together, he didn't........
Choice and
Change
I heard you say this year I'm going to... stop smoking,
exercise more, take a few night classes, start saving for retirement, eat
healthier, cut my alcohol intake by 50%, get more rest and on and on and
on. Choices to change. I applaud you.........
Affirm,
Visualize, and Receive - Is Planning Really Necessary?
If planning is really necessary, it is much more UPSTREAM,
i.e. BEFORE goalsetting - you decide what you want, when, where, how you
are going to "affirm and visualize", than DOWNSTREAM i.e. AFTER goalsetting
- how you.........
The Power
A lot of you don’t want to hear this but you have more
control of your life’s experiences than you’re exercising. Taking charge
of YOU requires discipline. It requires going through life at a pace that
you’re able to remain aware of..........
My
Girls Are People Magnets!
Yes my story maybe a little funny and similar to others!
However, when you pay close attention to the interaction of children with
people in general you can easily see that part of what makes them so likeable
besides being cute. It is.........
10
Tips For Better Public Speaking
The fear of speaking in public is well-documented, often
discussed, and probably overrated. The great news is that speaking in front
of a group can be an entertaining and energizing experience for even the
most fearsome among us. Try.......
Top
10 Ways to Start Living a More Meaningful Life
Life is much too precious to waste that way. Every person
has a unique purpose in life. I implore you not to waste your days berating
yourself for what you don’t know and don’t do well. Instead, discover your
strengths, passions, purpose...........
Is
Your Life’s Purpose For Sale?
Mel ran into Craig Nathanson, The Vocational Coach, one
morning after Craig’s run in Central Park. Mel said: “Nothing makes me
happier than making sure no one has to step on garbage when they start
out their day on my street........
4
Steps to Set Your Mind for Success
How long have you waited to be happy at work? Or to write
a book? Or bring home the income you deserve? Are you your own best support
system or biggest diversion? Consider this, the cheetah has no problem
using its gift of........
Everybody
Wants To Rule The World
The pursuit of power, which can be inherently very intoxicating,
has always played a central role in the history of human affairs. Perhaps
it’s human nature to seek an edge in order to not only survive but also
thrive in the jungles of.........
Letting
Go and Letting Be
One of the greatest lessons in life is the lesson of
“letting it be.” This is a lesson from the energy of the Divine feminine.
In this song the energy of the Divine feminine is represented by Mother
Mary. It could as well be any other wondrous........
Making
Commitments of Love and Courage
There is a story about a little girl who suffered from
a serious disease. Her best chance of recovery would be to receive a blood
transfusion from her five-year old brother. The doctor explained
the situation to the little brother. He asked.......
How
to Quit Smoking – 7 simple steps to stop smoking
When people smoke more than half of what they breathe
is fresh air - pulled through the cigarette right down into the lungs.
So if you feel any cravings you can instantly overcome them by taking three
deep breaths. Whenever you do........
Change
Your Thinking, Change Your Life
The good news is regardless of our current circumstances,
we can choose our thoughts and how we react to any situation. We can choose
to be positive, loving, and appreciative or negative, judgmental and critical.
When you find........
Success Unveiled
Many think that possessions and recognition define success
and in order to gain these, they must work harder and longer, sacrifice
relationships, values and health. Some believe success is unachievable
because they're not sufficiently.........
Life
changing Attitude
Imagine how it is like to have your own problems and
the problems of others. It’s great, why? Because you get feedback from
all the flanks, imagine yourself like a giant sponge whose only job is
to soak information. It gives you an edge........
Goal
Setting - The Importance of Stern Resolve!
When setting goals for future success, it's imperative
that you begin the process with a clear healthy mindset. One that empowers
you with the realization that you, and you alone, possess the ultimate
tool to improve your situation........
The
One Great Sermon That Got Away
When a sermon comes together, it is a magnificent thing.
I grant you this doesn't happen often, but when it does it's wonderful.
The bad thing about a really wonderful sermon is you can only preach it
one time. To me, this........
The
True and Magnificent Power of Giving
I firmly believe that whatever you impart to others will
come back to you a hundred fold. You are doing yourself a big favor by
helping someone in need. By doing even the smallest acts of generosity,
you are inviting good vibrations.........
Completing
Unpleasant Tasks
So instead of berating ourselves about our laziness or
procrastination, let's take that energy and use it to figure out how to
make that chore more pleasant or rewarding. (Chocolate usually works for
me.) Sometimes it's as simple as pulling.......
Real
Solutions For Combatting Extreme Shyness
Extreme shyness can take many forms, and can show up
differently in different people. Some very shy people have problems being
in large gatherings, yet feel comfortable in small groups. Some shy people
only feel acute discomfort with........
The
Pursuit of Greatness
One billion postage stamps with the likeness of Crazy
Horse have been issued over the last few decades. It all started with a
single hike up the mountain by man who was humble enough to begin the project
by himself but had a vision..........
The
3 Key Components to Any Successful Change
When we decide to change something in our lives, we make
the decision to swap out the old and familiar for something new and unknown.
This upsets our equilibrium and can be frightening and somewhat disorienting.
But we can lessen.......
5
Simple Strategies for Keeping Your Life Stuck
When
It Is The Time To Forgive
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