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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
Recent studies show that self-awareness may be more important than IQ, skills or experience in leading a successful life. In all areas - job, family, creativity, finances, social life - being more aware of your own thoughts and emotions helps you succeed and get what you want.
When you're self-aware,…
These days, many adult children are moving back in with their parents. As a result, aging parents become instant caregivers for grandchildren. And all of a sudden, there are unexpected household expenses:
Gasoline for extra trips to pick up grandchildren from school while their parents work Special food items needed…
This maybe the most important question that is "not" on your mind now, but it needs to be asked.Life is complicated to say the least! There are some areas that I would to present for discussion here:
Basics: the simple things that bring you through a tough day. Focus: how…
Be in the moment:
Hopefully, you understand the benefits of learning the ability to see the world through your own present eyes, and not the coloured lenses of the past or the future.
But, how do we get there? Here are some helpful hints to practice being in the now…
Astrological information for Fun and you might even get some real answers!
Sometimes I just don't know what to do or where to go for the answers. I'm stuck "so to speak".
We are all unique and have our own special imprint.....even identical twins are are not exactly alike. Have…
I can't tell you how often I hear such questions..I feel little disappointing after hearing such questions because I believe that every person in this planet must know the importance of meditation and why do people meditate because with help of meditation only a person gains knowledge about himself, they…
As I write today, I am flying at 35,000 feet above the plains of Nebraska. I am in fact directly above the city of Fremont, Nebraska; the city I was born in so many years ago. The features of the landscape are of course flat and more non-descript than anything.…
There are three skills which you need to master to be successful. Along with these skills, there are also three things that you need to banish to achieve success. Can you guess what they are?
Well, the three skills that you need to master are your mind, your time and…
Despite having the Food Network, numerous cooking shows, and numerous media advocating cooking, there are still a minority of Americans who can't cook. Not being able to cook is no laughing matter. Many Americans say "Why Should I Learn to Cook" when take-out food is cheaper and less of a…
Stories have been important to man since the beginning of communication. From the earliest cave drawings we can see that tales of what has occurred and perhaps what is desired were conveyed. I can only imagine that circled around the campfire in the lonely cold evening, the elders of these…
It's a question that has been asked by many throughout all of recorded human history, "What is the meaning of life?" Many people have regarded this question as a mystery. Others simply claim that no one knows, or that it can't be known. This article will not only give a…
Many people are becoming more and more health conscious these days. This is a great thing, but some people will need to use self-help tools to improve their health with personal development. Simply follow these tips to start down the road to a healthier lifestyle.
Start at the Beginning
Before…
Today many people talk about personal development. There are a lot of training companies offering self improvement programs. Big corporation invest in training programs for their employees' self development. Many people invest themselves in coaching sessions and books. There are also a lot of websites and blogs talking about these…
Adversity is often life's method that forces us to grow in new ways by testing our decisiveness, strength, and tenacity.
This past weekend, I was helping a friend pack and move his belongings to a storage unit. My friend, who was being forced to move was essentially being evicted due…
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