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Technology has made life so much more convenient in so many ways, but its effect on our written communication skills depends on the individual. It’s great to be able to get a text message to someone in record time using the new short-hand of a single letter or digit representing…
So we all know that it’s good to listen, but do you know why effective listening can make the difference between getting your way and not getting what you want? There are two main reasons – two very specific and powerful benefits you can gain if you practice listening effectively.…
I’m going to share with you a very simple exercise to improve communication skills for speaking with people in person – without embarrassment. This is a way of improving your ability to communicate face-to-face with someone, without practicing on a real person until you feel completely ready and comfortable. It…
The subconscious mind is the most powerful tool (and weapon) you have, and learning to use subconscious mind power to achieve your goals can mean the difference between success and failure in many aspects of your life. It can affect everything from physical health to financial status; from personal relationships…
The simple answer to the question “What is effective communication?” is: It’s what gets you the result you want. So it depends on the situation, the method of communication (face-to-face, over the phone or written for example), and what the result is that you want. Effective communication in asking someone…
Most of us are generally unaware of what we look like when interacting with others, so here are 3 of the top body language tips that will help you to put across the image you want to give. I remember going to a performance of a play a friend of…
A few years ago I happened upon a book by James Allen called “As a Man Thinketh”. It’s a very short book (only 18 pages), written around 1902, but apart from Eckhart Tolle’s ‘Power of Now’ it would have to be one of the most important books that I have…
Dear Readers,
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to “be and/or have it all?” No, I am not talking about having good looks or material things (sometimes these are not a matter of choice or opportunity but a matter of heredity or a good trust fund; plus, truly…
Confidence affects not only the way we feel and the way others see us, it also affects our decisions, so learning how to improve confidence can change your life by changing your choices. Confident people are more likely to make decisions that benefit them, than those who lack confidence, they’re…
*warning to readers*
Due to some graphic content of the following story/article readers discretion is strongly advised
Please know that this is NOT a made up story this is true.
Based on real facts not fiction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- A Troubled Woman
As I stood there looking down at this girl who…
Athletes today are becoming more and more gifted. With all the scientific studying going on to improve athletic performance it is really easy to make sure you are doing everything right to increase maximum gains quickly. Speed exercises, Speed and Agility drills, weight lifting, conditioning are all a very important…
KISS – ‘keep it simple and straightforward’ or ‘keep it simple, stupid!’ as you prefer... I remember I learned to apply this principle in solving management problems. But it is valid for a lot of other things, like communicating with people and day to day life issues.
Lately, we feel…
After spending the past 7 years of my life working in the rental and retail industry, I suddenly find myself jobless. I was fired from my position of Assistant Manager and have mixed emotion to the timing of it, but also feel this could be a personal calling for me.…
First of all, you never lose everything. You can lose a part of what had been your life before; let’s say you lost the house you lived in, or a marriage, or a relationship, or someone loved, or a big amount of money, or a promotion, or a job, or…
There are so many people throughout the world who are completely and totally dissatisfied with life. Most of the time, people are unhappy because they are lacking; either we don’t have enough money, love, friends, time etc. We never really stop to ask ourselves why or better yet “what can…
It's so common to not attempt something when you are feeling fear. Most of the times though, fear is an irrational emotion because you worry about what may happen from your attempt but is unlikely to occur anyway. Fear can be easily overcome unless you've had a traumatic experience before.…
The Whys?
On previous posts on my website and at Wealthy Affiliate I have introduced to potential new converts what I am doing and how I am doing it but the overall response I am getting if any at all is why?
I will give you a rundown of my…
Have you ever learnt to sell yourself? Or does the thought of it cause you to cringe? There are no two ways about it – everyone needs to learn to market themselves in order to get on successfully in life. You doubt it? Then the chances are you are not…
If you are serious about improving your lot, you have got to take decisive action. There is no point in mingling with people who want the easy out and prefer to idle their time at fast foods or bars or in front of the television. They are all a waste…
There is always something else to do, see or experience. In life the lesson is: never stop learning.
I think when you make up your mind that you will never know all there is to know, then it is truly possible to starting living extraordinarily.
Curiosity killed no one
A…
What is your ego? Your ego is your sense of self. It's all of your accumulated habits and experiences packaged together as a 'personality.' In Western culture, we generally think the ego is a good thing. How can you function without it? You take 'me' with you everywhere you go.…
"The Secret" was big news when it was first published and popularized. It turned the principles of attraction into a major media success that grabbed the attention of the whole world! It’s a riveting read but the story doesn’t stop there because there are additional forgotten laws that aren't mentioned…
Moving! The word tends to cause stress in us when we contemplate it. We get very set in the places we live and work and play, and the idea of uprooting ourselves is almost unthinkable.The reason for the dread? One obvious reason is the accumulation of way too much stuff.…
In general we are doing what makes us feel comfortable. We live daily our habits acquired during our past. Habits refer not only to the actions we perform, but also to our thoughts, to our mindsets.
Usually, a habit is acquired through repetition; repetition of actions or repetition of thoughts.…
Very often , we say to ourselves, whether in desperation, frustration or just out of plain sadness... "Its Just Not My Day..."!!!!
It has happened to each and every one of us... a day, when every thing that could go wrong , does, and even some things that could have…
Are you one of those people who likes to set New Years resolutions? Plenty of us do. Two of the most common resolutions are to lose weight or stop smoking. However, the majority of people never make it past the first week before giving up. Lots of people say their…
While visiting my family for a baby shower recently, I learned that my little sister, who had had long hair, had gotten her hair cut to about shoulder length and had donated the cut hair to Locks of Love. The organization would then use her hair to make wigs for…
In the 40 years I have been on this Earth I have done and said some cruel things. I know I have done things to hurt my family. Gulit for our actions is so hard to let go. But the longer you hold on to guilt the longer it takes…
Root Chakra
Chakras, the energy centers of the body, play a huge role in our mental, physical and emotional health. In order for our mind and body to function optimally, our chakras must be healthy and open. There are 7 major chakras in the body; in this article, I will…
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