How To Set Goals Like The Energizer Bunny by Amy Twain
We all set goals and of course, we want to achieve them. How many of us promised ourselves, that yes, we want to be healthier, want to lose weight, we want to be more organized, be more positive, blah-blah. Okay, I can feel the enthusiasm, the fire is there, but for how long? Today's blog is about motivation on how to set goals so that all of our best intentions won't simply come to waste.
You know what are the top most enemies when you set goals? It's inaction and temptation. Well,Not necessarily, it's only human nature to feel lazy and give in to our temptations once in a while, but you don't want to let go of your dreams and goals and your best intentions only to get swayed by life's inevitable temptations, right? So how do you beat those two monsters we get to encounter with when we set goals? Well firstly, hold yourself accountable.
We all tend to get lazy from time to time, and there's nothing wrong with that. So to attack laziness, we got to apply some pressure, and not just any pressure, but positive public pressure with accountability to make you more motivated. It's like when you make a commitment when you set goals—and make it public.
Make sure that people close to you know about your self improvement goals so that there's enough public pressure on your part—to track you down and check on your progress,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, especially on a consistent basis. Reporting to them would make you think twice about inertia and letting go of your goal setting,Most children are not taught to rely on their inner wisdom. Instead.
Now that's motivation working. It's not just about you're doing something coz you're being required to. It's one thing to really, really want something with all your heart. And may I say not just to want it, but you got to really desire it wholeheartedly. And about the temptation? Sometimes we get tempted once in a while, but that's okay.
But you don't have to kick yourself out of it. Just accept it that it's a part of life, and then you can move on. And lastly, no matter what happens, do the Nike thing when you set goals—just do it! Yes, you'll encounter some temptations along the way, but then again so what? That's fine—just keep going.
You'll make mistakes; you'll face difficulties and challenges,can become great.", but still keep on going. Yeah sure, there are mountains to climb, you waver, and you fall. Just get up and keep on going—just like the Energizer bunny.
Friday, November 30, 2012
Monday, November 26, 2012
You are the greatest
How To Improve Your Self Esteem With Your Subconscious
"What are the most effective techniques for programming the self esteem? I learned that I can not outperform my self esteem. Is it true?"
Yes it's true. You cannot outperform your self esteem. Your self esteem is your belief in your self, and your belief creates your reality. That's the law of belief. Nobody can change that. You can read more at .
There are two ways you can boost your self esteem:
1) Affirm to yourself in front of a mirror. Use YOU' as the subject and give command to yourself. For example, if I want to improve my self esteem, I will stand upright, look into my eyes in the mirror and say "Kenneth,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, you are the best! You are the greatest! You can definitely succeed!" Repeat 9 times everyday (sounds like a doctor's prescription :)
It works 100% if you follow through this method for at least 30 days.
2) Another effective way to increase your self esteem is by listening to audible affirmation. Why do I use the word audible? Because there are many people trying to sell subliminal programs. I know they works, because many people say so. The only problem is I've not experienced it working on me!
Instead of waiting for miracles to happen, I suggest you listen to audible affirmation because I've tried this method myself and it works. There are many motivational audio CDs in the market. Get one that is related to self esteem or self esteem and listen to it everyday for 30 days and at least once a month.
One thing I would like to emphasize here is to be clear of the difference between high self esteem and high self ego.
A person with high self esteem is confident in myself, but he doesn't have to show it to the world. He doesn't need recognition from other people. He doesn't need people to tell him "You are good", although some of these can be encouraging.
A person with high self esteem knows what he wants, and he steadily executes his plan one step at a time. His self esteem is NOT related to his current achievement nor any other external factors. Because of this, he DARES to fail,or snuggling with your dog.. He knows that he learns more from failure. He knows that through failure, he will come out stronger.
On the other hand, a person with high self ego needs power and authority. He minds how people look at him. To him,rather about things that make you feel good and make her feel good. Make her laugh some., sense of achievement and sense of recognition is very important to his value system. He doesn't know that these values are destroying his life. He dare not fail, because of his high sense of achievement and recognition. He needs power to cover his weakness.
You may ask,but accomplishing something extraordinary, if a person doesn't have any sense of achievement and recognition, what motivates him to achieve more in life?
Ask those who are highly successful. The answer is their sense of responsibility.
A person with high self esteem has high sense of responsibility. He is responsible for himself (for living the fullest he can). He is responsible to his boss or his customers (for rendering the best service he can). He is responsible to his staff (for providing them with a stable income and living). He is responsible to the society (for being grateful of all the things around him).
It is the sense of responsibility that pushes him to a greater height from time to time.
"What are the most effective techniques for programming the self esteem? I learned that I can not outperform my self esteem. Is it true?"
Yes it's true. You cannot outperform your self esteem. Your self esteem is your belief in your self, and your belief creates your reality. That's the law of belief. Nobody can change that. You can read more at .
There are two ways you can boost your self esteem:
1) Affirm to yourself in front of a mirror. Use YOU' as the subject and give command to yourself. For example, if I want to improve my self esteem, I will stand upright, look into my eyes in the mirror and say "Kenneth,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, you are the best! You are the greatest! You can definitely succeed!" Repeat 9 times everyday (sounds like a doctor's prescription :)
It works 100% if you follow through this method for at least 30 days.
2) Another effective way to increase your self esteem is by listening to audible affirmation. Why do I use the word audible? Because there are many people trying to sell subliminal programs. I know they works, because many people say so. The only problem is I've not experienced it working on me!
Instead of waiting for miracles to happen, I suggest you listen to audible affirmation because I've tried this method myself and it works. There are many motivational audio CDs in the market. Get one that is related to self esteem or self esteem and listen to it everyday for 30 days and at least once a month.
One thing I would like to emphasize here is to be clear of the difference between high self esteem and high self ego.
A person with high self esteem is confident in myself, but he doesn't have to show it to the world. He doesn't need recognition from other people. He doesn't need people to tell him "You are good", although some of these can be encouraging.
A person with high self esteem knows what he wants, and he steadily executes his plan one step at a time. His self esteem is NOT related to his current achievement nor any other external factors. Because of this, he DARES to fail,or snuggling with your dog.. He knows that he learns more from failure. He knows that through failure, he will come out stronger.
On the other hand, a person with high self ego needs power and authority. He minds how people look at him. To him,rather about things that make you feel good and make her feel good. Make her laugh some., sense of achievement and sense of recognition is very important to his value system. He doesn't know that these values are destroying his life. He dare not fail, because of his high sense of achievement and recognition. He needs power to cover his weakness.
You may ask,but accomplishing something extraordinary, if a person doesn't have any sense of achievement and recognition, what motivates him to achieve more in life?
Ask those who are highly successful. The answer is their sense of responsibility.
A person with high self esteem has high sense of responsibility. He is responsible for himself (for living the fullest he can). He is responsible to his boss or his customers (for rendering the best service he can). He is responsible to his staff (for providing them with a stable income and living). He is responsible to the society (for being grateful of all the things around him).
It is the sense of responsibility that pushes him to a greater height from time to time.
Friday, November 23, 2012
opinions
Harness The Power Of Words In Your Life
Speaking comes to most people as naturally as breathing. On many occasions our words are uttered without conscious thought; in fact we rarely stop and think about what we are saying. Thousands of words pour out of our mouths each day as our thoughts, opinions, judgements and beliefs are freely expressed. Often, however, we are oblivious to the positive or negative effect these words have on ourselves and the people around us.
Words have tremendous power. Words give out energy and a message which creates a reaction in others. Everything you say produces an effect in the world. Whatever you say to someone else will produce some kind of an effect in that person. We are constantly creating something, either positive or negative with our words.
Reaction to our words often returns to us often in a multiplied form,Didn't that make you feel special. For example if I speak words of judgement to a person they will judge me back, probably with more intensity as their judgement has the pain or anger caused by my words attached to it Words of kindness and acceptance will generate a warm and appreciative reaction in a person. That person's response to the words will be stronger because it will have the emotion created by the words attached to it. The power of words has a ripple effect in our life and those around us,and so has the perfect body.
Recently I came across the work of Dr Emoto, and his studies on water crystals,if you like it. He took samples of water, froze them and took photographs of the water crystals. He then wrote words on vials of water taken from the same source. The crystals formed in the vials which had positive words, such as love and gratitude, were beautiful. However the crystals in the vials with negative words such as hate and evil were very different, and the water didn't even form crystals in some instances. Experiments were done using words from different languages, and also by the scientists having no knowledge of what the words meant. The results were similar. More information can be found at or by watching the movie "What The Bleep Do We Know". Although I find the concepts of quantum physics difficult to grasp, the findings of this study on water crystals has had a profound impact on me. The human body is known to be composed of up to ninety percent water. If words had such a significant impact on water crystals,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, then what is the impact of positive and negative words to our bodies?
An important key to success in life is to understand the power of words. A word is a thought eternalized. Our thoughts do have a great effect on us even though they are internal. What we think effects the way we live our life, it effects our emotions, our attitudes and our behaviour. A thought spoken, however, has even more power. It can never be taken back; it is out of our mouth and will have an effect. Our words have even more power than our thoughts because they not only affect ourselves, but the people and the world around us.
Successful people take control of their words, rather than letting their words control them. They are more conscious of their thoughts and words and the power they unleash. Successful people understand that they need to speak positively rather than negatively in order to see success. Successful people are characterized by the words that they speak. They know the importance of speaking words that will build self-esteem and confidence, build relationships and build possibilities. They speak words of affirmation, encouragement, love, acceptance and appreciation.
To see more personal success, the words that we speak need to be in alignment with what we want to see being produced in our life our vision and our dreams. Your words can determine your destiny. Even more importantly, your words can make a positive difference on the people you interact with every day. Before you speak ask yourself: Is what I am about to say going to uplift the hearer? Will it inspire, motivate, and create forward momentum for them? Will it dissolve fear and create safety and trust? Will I create a positive or negative ripple effect by speaking out these words? Lets be determined to unleash the power of words for positive change.
Speaking comes to most people as naturally as breathing. On many occasions our words are uttered without conscious thought; in fact we rarely stop and think about what we are saying. Thousands of words pour out of our mouths each day as our thoughts, opinions, judgements and beliefs are freely expressed. Often, however, we are oblivious to the positive or negative effect these words have on ourselves and the people around us.
Words have tremendous power. Words give out energy and a message which creates a reaction in others. Everything you say produces an effect in the world. Whatever you say to someone else will produce some kind of an effect in that person. We are constantly creating something, either positive or negative with our words.
Reaction to our words often returns to us often in a multiplied form,Didn't that make you feel special. For example if I speak words of judgement to a person they will judge me back, probably with more intensity as their judgement has the pain or anger caused by my words attached to it Words of kindness and acceptance will generate a warm and appreciative reaction in a person. That person's response to the words will be stronger because it will have the emotion created by the words attached to it. The power of words has a ripple effect in our life and those around us,and so has the perfect body.
Recently I came across the work of Dr Emoto, and his studies on water crystals,if you like it. He took samples of water, froze them and took photographs of the water crystals. He then wrote words on vials of water taken from the same source. The crystals formed in the vials which had positive words, such as love and gratitude, were beautiful. However the crystals in the vials with negative words such as hate and evil were very different, and the water didn't even form crystals in some instances. Experiments were done using words from different languages, and also by the scientists having no knowledge of what the words meant. The results were similar. More information can be found at or by watching the movie "What The Bleep Do We Know". Although I find the concepts of quantum physics difficult to grasp, the findings of this study on water crystals has had a profound impact on me. The human body is known to be composed of up to ninety percent water. If words had such a significant impact on water crystals,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, then what is the impact of positive and negative words to our bodies?
An important key to success in life is to understand the power of words. A word is a thought eternalized. Our thoughts do have a great effect on us even though they are internal. What we think effects the way we live our life, it effects our emotions, our attitudes and our behaviour. A thought spoken, however, has even more power. It can never be taken back; it is out of our mouth and will have an effect. Our words have even more power than our thoughts because they not only affect ourselves, but the people and the world around us.
Successful people take control of their words, rather than letting their words control them. They are more conscious of their thoughts and words and the power they unleash. Successful people understand that they need to speak positively rather than negatively in order to see success. Successful people are characterized by the words that they speak. They know the importance of speaking words that will build self-esteem and confidence, build relationships and build possibilities. They speak words of affirmation, encouragement, love, acceptance and appreciation.
To see more personal success, the words that we speak need to be in alignment with what we want to see being produced in our life our vision and our dreams. Your words can determine your destiny. Even more importantly, your words can make a positive difference on the people you interact with every day. Before you speak ask yourself: Is what I am about to say going to uplift the hearer? Will it inspire, motivate, and create forward momentum for them? Will it dissolve fear and create safety and trust? Will I create a positive or negative ripple effect by speaking out these words? Lets be determined to unleash the power of words for positive change.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
tries new things and is also the part of us that acts up.
Heal Your Child Within
Every human has three Archetypal personalities within the mind.
The Parent-The Adult and The Child.
The Parent is the part of us that tells us what we should and should not do. This is the part that scolds or rewards us
The Adult is the mature rational mind that can communicate on a calm, logical level.
The child is the part of us that takes risks, tries new things and is also the part of us that acts up.
Understanding these three distinct parts of our personalities can help tremendously when trying to understand and deal with ourselves and others. We can begin to recognize which one we are relating to and therefore respond to.
For instance if two people are interacting with one another and one person is trying to be mature and logical (Adult) but the person who he is speaking to responds by throwing a tantrum (Child) than the first person may decide to cut the conversation short to wait for another day (Adult) or switch to his own Parent personality to deal with the Child of the other person. Of course the Adult could also switch to his Child and a fight could ensue
The Adult within us should always be the one in control, at the same time allowing the other two personalities to come forward when needed and at appropriate times.
For instance, two people going on vacation to relax and have fun,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, could choose to allow the child within to rule until the need for the Adult arises.
The compatible personalities of two people relating are Adult to Adult ( Relates in a Mature Manner ) Child To Child. ( Relates in a playful manner ) Parent to Child. ( Relates in a guidance manner )
The personalities of two people relating which causes chaos are
Parent to Parent ( Two people telling each other what to do ) and Parent to Adult. ( An Adult speaks and the Parent orders ) Child to Adult ( The Adult tries to speak in a Mature manner, the child in the other gets angry etc causing the Adult to walk away or switch to the Parent )
The Child Personality
At one time in our lives and up to a certain point which is different in us all, our only personality was the Child. During this time is when most of the molding of who we are took place,resulting in distribution of essential elements.. This is when we developed courage or fear, self love or self loathing and all of our personality traits.
To begin the work of bettering our selves we must first begin with the child personality. The Parent and Adult within us are who they are because of what was instilled into our Child within.
Many years ago I was having some difficulties and meditated about them. That night I had a night vision (A vivid dream) In this vision I saw myself holding me as a child. I realized the child I was holding was the hurt helpless child within. I hugged the child and told her how beautiful, valuable and loving she is. I told her I was sorry for everything she had gone through and how much I love her. My child within hugged me back very tightly and clung to me with tears.
I sobbed as I came out of this vision. I was never the same after this dream and continued comforting my child personality,Achieve success with your reset button. Re-load your goals. It has been a great healing tool in my life.
The Exercise
You may sit up or lie down ( The problem with lying down is that you may drift off to sleep and never finish the exercise. I sit in my favorite recliner and kick back a notch. This way I am not having to sit up straight, and have less chance of falling asleep ). I am guiding this exercise using feminine pronouns because I am female. However if you are male just replace them with masculine pronouns.
Count backwards slowly from 9-0, do it three times
Relax your muscles from toes to head to jaw line.
Put your lips together and part your teeth,and your life..
"See yourself sitting in a rocking chair. Rocking back and forth, back and forth. Feel and see your Child emerging from your belly and standing before you. See yourself as vividly as possible the way you were as far back as you can remember.
See your Child look into your face. Lift your Child up and sit her on your lap. Now continue to rock back and forth as you hold your Child. Touch her hair and face. Squeeze her gently in your arms. Tell your Child that from now on you will take care of her and will protect her. Express to your Child how sorry you are for all the pain she has experienced. Continue rocking and comforting your Child. Say whatever you feel you need to say to this very gentle part of you. See your Child melt back into your belly and become a part of you again"
Become aware of your surroundings and sit in your chair till you feel you are done.
Keep It Up
Keep your child in your mind and from time to time bring her out and comfort her and assure her She is loved.
Every human has three Archetypal personalities within the mind.
The Parent-The Adult and The Child.
The Parent is the part of us that tells us what we should and should not do. This is the part that scolds or rewards us
The Adult is the mature rational mind that can communicate on a calm, logical level.
The child is the part of us that takes risks, tries new things and is also the part of us that acts up.
Understanding these three distinct parts of our personalities can help tremendously when trying to understand and deal with ourselves and others. We can begin to recognize which one we are relating to and therefore respond to.
For instance if two people are interacting with one another and one person is trying to be mature and logical (Adult) but the person who he is speaking to responds by throwing a tantrum (Child) than the first person may decide to cut the conversation short to wait for another day (Adult) or switch to his own Parent personality to deal with the Child of the other person. Of course the Adult could also switch to his Child and a fight could ensue
The Adult within us should always be the one in control, at the same time allowing the other two personalities to come forward when needed and at appropriate times.
For instance, two people going on vacation to relax and have fun,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, could choose to allow the child within to rule until the need for the Adult arises.
The compatible personalities of two people relating are Adult to Adult ( Relates in a Mature Manner ) Child To Child. ( Relates in a playful manner ) Parent to Child. ( Relates in a guidance manner )
The personalities of two people relating which causes chaos are
Parent to Parent ( Two people telling each other what to do ) and Parent to Adult. ( An Adult speaks and the Parent orders ) Child to Adult ( The Adult tries to speak in a Mature manner, the child in the other gets angry etc causing the Adult to walk away or switch to the Parent )
The Child Personality
At one time in our lives and up to a certain point which is different in us all, our only personality was the Child. During this time is when most of the molding of who we are took place,resulting in distribution of essential elements.. This is when we developed courage or fear, self love or self loathing and all of our personality traits.
To begin the work of bettering our selves we must first begin with the child personality. The Parent and Adult within us are who they are because of what was instilled into our Child within.
Many years ago I was having some difficulties and meditated about them. That night I had a night vision (A vivid dream) In this vision I saw myself holding me as a child. I realized the child I was holding was the hurt helpless child within. I hugged the child and told her how beautiful, valuable and loving she is. I told her I was sorry for everything she had gone through and how much I love her. My child within hugged me back very tightly and clung to me with tears.
I sobbed as I came out of this vision. I was never the same after this dream and continued comforting my child personality,Achieve success with your reset button. Re-load your goals. It has been a great healing tool in my life.
The Exercise
You may sit up or lie down ( The problem with lying down is that you may drift off to sleep and never finish the exercise. I sit in my favorite recliner and kick back a notch. This way I am not having to sit up straight, and have less chance of falling asleep ). I am guiding this exercise using feminine pronouns because I am female. However if you are male just replace them with masculine pronouns.
Count backwards slowly from 9-0, do it three times
Relax your muscles from toes to head to jaw line.
Put your lips together and part your teeth,and your life..
"See yourself sitting in a rocking chair. Rocking back and forth, back and forth. Feel and see your Child emerging from your belly and standing before you. See yourself as vividly as possible the way you were as far back as you can remember.
See your Child look into your face. Lift your Child up and sit her on your lap. Now continue to rock back and forth as you hold your Child. Touch her hair and face. Squeeze her gently in your arms. Tell your Child that from now on you will take care of her and will protect her. Express to your Child how sorry you are for all the pain she has experienced. Continue rocking and comforting your Child. Say whatever you feel you need to say to this very gentle part of you. See your Child melt back into your belly and become a part of you again"
Become aware of your surroundings and sit in your chair till you feel you are done.
Keep It Up
Keep your child in your mind and from time to time bring her out and comfort her and assure her She is loved.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
a way of doing business or a common behavior
Take a Stand by Dave Osh
B. (name changed) presented the project very professionally. He clearly covered the scope of the project and the outline of the various tasks. He explained the reasons it was behind schedule,so you can actually see the progress you are making., and discussed three ways to get it back on track. At the end of his presentation I asked, "So which of the three options are you recommending?" He said that this is for the Board of Directors to decide. "After all", he said, "they have the authority to decide. Not me". It struck me that this person, senior manager, did not want to take a stand. "You are the expert", I said, "It is up to you to recommend, to influence and to persuade others about what you believe is the best option for the company",3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots.
As a leader it is important to have a strong point of view. Raising a huge banner is better than waiving a little flag like everyone else. Most people do not rise above the crowd to set out strong principles. To be a leader means you are willing to take a stand and hold on to your principles, no matter what.
Good leaders take a stand on issues if the consequences are not in their favor. It is easy to take a stand on non-controversial issue, but what about more controversial issues? What about taking a strong stand against a trend, group, or even management? Taking a stand against a policy, a way of doing business or a common behavior, is the riskiest thing a leader can do. And yet it is the most powerful way to make your impact on the world,Recently a new client came to me and spoke the words I've heard so many times before. "Molly.
So what if somebody says "don't fight a lost war"? Should you fight against all odds? Should you take the risk? It depends on how closely the issue at stake matches from your core values and beliefs,preferably 65% or more. It is a very personal decision. The smaller the gap, the more I will fight for my stand. What about you?
Of course, good leaders know when to make compromises for the good of the group. Being a contrarian just for the sake of being contrarian won't take you anywhere. Your stand should be congruent to your core values, your personality and what you believe to be the right thing for your organization given the information you have.
Leadership is about finding the courage to take a stand on important matters and controversial issues. Leaders are brave. They do not compromise on what they believe to be the right thing to do. As the saying goes, "You've got to stand for somethingor you'll fall for anything".
B. (name changed) presented the project very professionally. He clearly covered the scope of the project and the outline of the various tasks. He explained the reasons it was behind schedule,so you can actually see the progress you are making., and discussed three ways to get it back on track. At the end of his presentation I asked, "So which of the three options are you recommending?" He said that this is for the Board of Directors to decide. "After all", he said, "they have the authority to decide. Not me". It struck me that this person, senior manager, did not want to take a stand. "You are the expert", I said, "It is up to you to recommend, to influence and to persuade others about what you believe is the best option for the company",3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots.
As a leader it is important to have a strong point of view. Raising a huge banner is better than waiving a little flag like everyone else. Most people do not rise above the crowd to set out strong principles. To be a leader means you are willing to take a stand and hold on to your principles, no matter what.
Good leaders take a stand on issues if the consequences are not in their favor. It is easy to take a stand on non-controversial issue, but what about more controversial issues? What about taking a strong stand against a trend, group, or even management? Taking a stand against a policy, a way of doing business or a common behavior, is the riskiest thing a leader can do. And yet it is the most powerful way to make your impact on the world,Recently a new client came to me and spoke the words I've heard so many times before. "Molly.
So what if somebody says "don't fight a lost war"? Should you fight against all odds? Should you take the risk? It depends on how closely the issue at stake matches from your core values and beliefs,preferably 65% or more. It is a very personal decision. The smaller the gap, the more I will fight for my stand. What about you?
Of course, good leaders know when to make compromises for the good of the group. Being a contrarian just for the sake of being contrarian won't take you anywhere. Your stand should be congruent to your core values, your personality and what you believe to be the right thing for your organization given the information you have.
Leadership is about finding the courage to take a stand on important matters and controversial issues. Leaders are brave. They do not compromise on what they believe to be the right thing to do. As the saying goes, "You've got to stand for somethingor you'll fall for anything".
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
older women and granola eating hippies.
Tackle Your Panic And Anxiety Attacks With the Right Way to Meditate! by Bertil Hjert
There is no right way to meditate, no one thing that should be achieved, or particular way it should be done,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. Meditation practice should be comfortable and relaxing.
In order to have your body and mind primed for the best results from your meditation practice, it is important to consider the following:
Don´t meditate on an empty stomach. If you´re hungry, give your body the fuel it needs. Bad habits is never the way to a clearer mind and healthier body.
Meditation should be done in a comfortable position, in comfortable surroundings. You don´t have to sit with your legs crossed if this position is uncomfortable. Many men have tight groin muscles and hamstrings which make sitting this way uncomfortable. Sit in a chair and place your feet on the floor if this is more comfortable for you.
At least as a beginner, it is important to meditate in the most peaceful environment you can create. Try to eliminate outside noises and distractions. Definitely turn the TV off. However, if there is still noise around you don´t worry about it,Schema is your map. Take care of the sound you can control and free your worry about the rest.
Meditation should be performed while sitting and an important part of meditating is correct posture. Sit with your spine straight,a professional can help you zero in on a well-focused resume for your desired career path, don´t slouch or hunch your shoulders over. Pull your shoulders back. So many people who sit at a desk all day and work at computers have hunched shoulders and find sitting with a straight back difficult.
It is important, however, to get your back and spine in proper alignment. If you need help you can sit with your back against a wall or the back of the chair.
Place your hands where they feel comfortable. Some people place them at their sides, on their knees or on their stomach. The important thing is that your hands feel natural wherever you place them.
Most importantly, before you meditate, release any preconceived notions or expectations you have for your meditation practice. Don´t try to make yourself feel something; don´t obsess about getting it right or clearing your mind of thoughts. Meditation should come naturally but it does take practice to achieve the results you desire.
So many people are hesitant to meditate because they have preconceived notions about what meditation means. Many people are also ineffective mediators because they have certain beliefs about what it should be. Meditation isn´t just for Buddhist monks, older women and granola eating hippies.
Meditation is for anyone who wants to find some inner peace and a few moments of relaxation and calm in an otherwise stressful world,Three Steps To An Above Average IQ Score. When meditation is looked at from this perspective it seems to be universally desirable.
Meditation does not mean you consciously blank your mind to all thoughts. As you focus on your practice, hear the rhythm of your breathing and feel the inner peace. The focus of your brain will turn towards calm and inner peace. The quieting of your mind comes not from a conscious effort but as an effect of your practice.
Meditation does not mean you will experience visions or see sugar plum fairies dancing through your mind. Some meditation does produce images but most simply quiets the mind. Meditation may seem intimidating but it isn´t. It can be learned and practiced by anyone. Meditation does take dedication to reach its most effective outcomes.
There is no right way to meditate, no one thing that should be achieved, or particular way it should be done,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. Meditation practice should be comfortable and relaxing.
In order to have your body and mind primed for the best results from your meditation practice, it is important to consider the following:
Don´t meditate on an empty stomach. If you´re hungry, give your body the fuel it needs. Bad habits is never the way to a clearer mind and healthier body.
Meditation should be done in a comfortable position, in comfortable surroundings. You don´t have to sit with your legs crossed if this position is uncomfortable. Many men have tight groin muscles and hamstrings which make sitting this way uncomfortable. Sit in a chair and place your feet on the floor if this is more comfortable for you.
At least as a beginner, it is important to meditate in the most peaceful environment you can create. Try to eliminate outside noises and distractions. Definitely turn the TV off. However, if there is still noise around you don´t worry about it,Schema is your map. Take care of the sound you can control and free your worry about the rest.
Meditation should be performed while sitting and an important part of meditating is correct posture. Sit with your spine straight,a professional can help you zero in on a well-focused resume for your desired career path, don´t slouch or hunch your shoulders over. Pull your shoulders back. So many people who sit at a desk all day and work at computers have hunched shoulders and find sitting with a straight back difficult.
It is important, however, to get your back and spine in proper alignment. If you need help you can sit with your back against a wall or the back of the chair.
Place your hands where they feel comfortable. Some people place them at their sides, on their knees or on their stomach. The important thing is that your hands feel natural wherever you place them.
Most importantly, before you meditate, release any preconceived notions or expectations you have for your meditation practice. Don´t try to make yourself feel something; don´t obsess about getting it right or clearing your mind of thoughts. Meditation should come naturally but it does take practice to achieve the results you desire.
So many people are hesitant to meditate because they have preconceived notions about what meditation means. Many people are also ineffective mediators because they have certain beliefs about what it should be. Meditation isn´t just for Buddhist monks, older women and granola eating hippies.
Meditation is for anyone who wants to find some inner peace and a few moments of relaxation and calm in an otherwise stressful world,Three Steps To An Above Average IQ Score. When meditation is looked at from this perspective it seems to be universally desirable.
Meditation does not mean you consciously blank your mind to all thoughts. As you focus on your practice, hear the rhythm of your breathing and feel the inner peace. The focus of your brain will turn towards calm and inner peace. The quieting of your mind comes not from a conscious effort but as an effect of your practice.
Meditation does not mean you will experience visions or see sugar plum fairies dancing through your mind. Some meditation does produce images but most simply quiets the mind. Meditation may seem intimidating but it isn´t. It can be learned and practiced by anyone. Meditation does take dedication to reach its most effective outcomes.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
the brain will be much more attuned to remember things
3 Fun Activities To Improve Memory Easily by Greg Frost
One activity you can consider doing is called mnemonics. This is the use of association to help you remember certain things that you would most likely forget. Many people are currently using this methodology to help them remember things more easily, and one of the larger groups of people who are using this technique almost naturally are students,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. This particular demographic tends to associate the things that they need to remember into song lines or create stories or poems around them. Not only is it fun, but it stimulates the mind to remember usually boring facts and figures in a different,How may I help you, more interesting way. This is just one of the more interesting methods that you can use to trick your mind to retain and recall certain information. One of the things you will realise is that you will never forget song lyrics and this is just one example of how the power of association can help you.
The other method that you can use of course is to use the power of sound and music. This is quite different from using the method of association,if we hope to be happy and successful.. There is no association here but actually, the use of sound as a sort of tool to help you remember. There has been some scientific study to the fact that if there is music running in the background, particularly music you like, the brainwaves in your mind will actually be moulded into the wavelength that allows your brain to remember more and learn better. The type of music doesn't really matter, but it has to be the sort of music that you like and this is really the key thing when it comes to trying to help to improve your memory with fun activities that will not seem to drain the very lifeblood from your mind.
Last but not least, you need to consider playing word games and memory games with other people, and this is the most effective way that you can use the factor of fun to add a little spice to your learning methods. This is actually one of the memory therapy methods that psychologists use to help their patients who have gone through trauma and help them remember better. When stimulated, the brain will be much more attuned to remember things,You will be surprised at how well this simple process works., and this is the kind of thing that you need to have to enable your memory banks to act more efficiently and for you to stop forgetting things. Having fun games where you can interact with one another and help each other remember, and adding a little competitive element into it will certainly help you to remember all the things that you will normally forget and have some fun in the bargain.
These are the three main methods that you can use to improve your memory easily and the level of fun that they have will be a boon to help you remember things more succinctly. No one said that trying to improve your memory should be an activity that is dull and boring, and sometimes you need to ditch the routing and join the party to remember more.
One activity you can consider doing is called mnemonics. This is the use of association to help you remember certain things that you would most likely forget. Many people are currently using this methodology to help them remember things more easily, and one of the larger groups of people who are using this technique almost naturally are students,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. This particular demographic tends to associate the things that they need to remember into song lines or create stories or poems around them. Not only is it fun, but it stimulates the mind to remember usually boring facts and figures in a different,How may I help you, more interesting way. This is just one of the more interesting methods that you can use to trick your mind to retain and recall certain information. One of the things you will realise is that you will never forget song lyrics and this is just one example of how the power of association can help you.
The other method that you can use of course is to use the power of sound and music. This is quite different from using the method of association,if we hope to be happy and successful.. There is no association here but actually, the use of sound as a sort of tool to help you remember. There has been some scientific study to the fact that if there is music running in the background, particularly music you like, the brainwaves in your mind will actually be moulded into the wavelength that allows your brain to remember more and learn better. The type of music doesn't really matter, but it has to be the sort of music that you like and this is really the key thing when it comes to trying to help to improve your memory with fun activities that will not seem to drain the very lifeblood from your mind.
Last but not least, you need to consider playing word games and memory games with other people, and this is the most effective way that you can use the factor of fun to add a little spice to your learning methods. This is actually one of the memory therapy methods that psychologists use to help their patients who have gone through trauma and help them remember better. When stimulated, the brain will be much more attuned to remember things,You will be surprised at how well this simple process works., and this is the kind of thing that you need to have to enable your memory banks to act more efficiently and for you to stop forgetting things. Having fun games where you can interact with one another and help each other remember, and adding a little competitive element into it will certainly help you to remember all the things that you will normally forget and have some fun in the bargain.
These are the three main methods that you can use to improve your memory easily and the level of fun that they have will be a boon to help you remember things more succinctly. No one said that trying to improve your memory should be an activity that is dull and boring, and sometimes you need to ditch the routing and join the party to remember more.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
and doesn't have a choice but to be well. For example
What is the Secret to Happiness During Hard Times? by Traliece N. Bradford
We are currently living in times where things seem to be overwhelmingly hopeless. Even when you try to have a good day there is always something or someone that consistently reminds you how much (fill in the blank here) is so horrible. Fortunately, there is a secret that is surprisingly simple and works so well it has changed many lives including mine. That secret is called Gratitude or may be known to others as "Giving Thanks".
The corny cliché during the Thanksgiving holiday is true-"Don't just wait for Thanksgiving Day to be thankful. Let's be full of thanks everyday." This is a statement that if more people knew the power behind it, more would actually do it. One of the most powerful and quickest ways to see a shift in your energy from negative to positive is to be grateful for what is right in your life, for what you do have and so on. Another bonus, by being consistently grateful you will bring more people, places,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, things, ideas, and experiences in your life that you can be thankful for. Think for a moment about the details that take place on Thanksgiving. It is no coincidence that the abundance of food, people, and love gathered all around this day is on a day called Thanksgiving. You can begin to receive more circumstances to be happy about if you start being grateful for what you currently have.
If there was ever a way to instantly change your attitude, your thought process, your negativity, and yes even your life is to be grateful and thankful no matter the circumstances. NO MATTER THE CIRCUMSTANCES! This could be at first difficult for some to grasp especially since there is no complete avoidance (at least in this life) of trials and tribulations. Despite trials and tribulations you can still choose to be grateful and have the attitude that all was well, is well, and doesn't have a choice but to be well. For example, back in 2005 my family and I lost everything due to Hurricane Katrina. We lost everything from our home to our lifestyle and even some close family friends. We weren't even able to access our bank accounts for a while just so we can get basic needs. However, despite losing everything, being homeless, and uncertain of our future, we were able to find a way to still be grateful by realizing that we had each other and our lives.
What can you do to implement this powerful practice,stroke and many others. There are several diagnoses in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual IV? The key is to think of many things as possible to be thankful for. For some, daily and nightly prayer/meditation could do the trick. For others maybe writing 10+ things in a daily diary of what you're thankful for or some type of social media tool/Web 2.0 tool to let all your friends know what your grateful for. How about everyday objects that you touch to remind you to list off all what you're grateful for. For instance, every time you pick up your toothbrush to begin to brush your teeth, just run through all the things that you are grateful for until you are done with the final rinse. My personal favorite is my I Love You charm bracelet. Each time I put it on,Who cares, I touch each letter and think of something that I'm currently grateful for. Then I go back and repeat the process, this time with future things (desires) that I'm grateful for. My other favorite is when I'm walking from to and from different places. Since I'm thinking anyway I might as well take that time to be grateful. The ways to be thankful are limited to your imagination, just as long as the job is done consistently.
Being thankful is essential if you want to see a profound shift in your mood from unhappy to happy thus would lead to a much more abundant life,ideas in his chosen subject that have ever been. You always at all times have the power to choose to be happy with just using this simple exercise even in the mist of despair and scarcity which both you and I know isn't your reality. No matter what people or the world and what's in it may say: You deserve to be happy.
We are currently living in times where things seem to be overwhelmingly hopeless. Even when you try to have a good day there is always something or someone that consistently reminds you how much (fill in the blank here) is so horrible. Fortunately, there is a secret that is surprisingly simple and works so well it has changed many lives including mine. That secret is called Gratitude or may be known to others as "Giving Thanks".
The corny cliché during the Thanksgiving holiday is true-"Don't just wait for Thanksgiving Day to be thankful. Let's be full of thanks everyday." This is a statement that if more people knew the power behind it, more would actually do it. One of the most powerful and quickest ways to see a shift in your energy from negative to positive is to be grateful for what is right in your life, for what you do have and so on. Another bonus, by being consistently grateful you will bring more people, places,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, things, ideas, and experiences in your life that you can be thankful for. Think for a moment about the details that take place on Thanksgiving. It is no coincidence that the abundance of food, people, and love gathered all around this day is on a day called Thanksgiving. You can begin to receive more circumstances to be happy about if you start being grateful for what you currently have.
If there was ever a way to instantly change your attitude, your thought process, your negativity, and yes even your life is to be grateful and thankful no matter the circumstances. NO MATTER THE CIRCUMSTANCES! This could be at first difficult for some to grasp especially since there is no complete avoidance (at least in this life) of trials and tribulations. Despite trials and tribulations you can still choose to be grateful and have the attitude that all was well, is well, and doesn't have a choice but to be well. For example, back in 2005 my family and I lost everything due to Hurricane Katrina. We lost everything from our home to our lifestyle and even some close family friends. We weren't even able to access our bank accounts for a while just so we can get basic needs. However, despite losing everything, being homeless, and uncertain of our future, we were able to find a way to still be grateful by realizing that we had each other and our lives.
What can you do to implement this powerful practice,stroke and many others. There are several diagnoses in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual IV? The key is to think of many things as possible to be thankful for. For some, daily and nightly prayer/meditation could do the trick. For others maybe writing 10+ things in a daily diary of what you're thankful for or some type of social media tool/Web 2.0 tool to let all your friends know what your grateful for. How about everyday objects that you touch to remind you to list off all what you're grateful for. For instance, every time you pick up your toothbrush to begin to brush your teeth, just run through all the things that you are grateful for until you are done with the final rinse. My personal favorite is my I Love You charm bracelet. Each time I put it on,Who cares, I touch each letter and think of something that I'm currently grateful for. Then I go back and repeat the process, this time with future things (desires) that I'm grateful for. My other favorite is when I'm walking from to and from different places. Since I'm thinking anyway I might as well take that time to be grateful. The ways to be thankful are limited to your imagination, just as long as the job is done consistently.
Being thankful is essential if you want to see a profound shift in your mood from unhappy to happy thus would lead to a much more abundant life,ideas in his chosen subject that have ever been. You always at all times have the power to choose to be happy with just using this simple exercise even in the mist of despair and scarcity which both you and I know isn't your reality. No matter what people or the world and what's in it may say: You deserve to be happy.
Friday, November 9, 2012
The real difficulty in relating to fellow employees comes from differences in emotional maturity
Success at Work : People Skills : Networking
Getting along with your co-workers is critical to your happiness and success at work. You may find yourself spending more time with your co-workers than with your spouse and family. Each individual in an organization is just a small cog in a big wheel,the inability to concentrate. Without the assistance of co-workers, you will find your assignments much more difficult.
The first step toward getting the assistance of your co-workers is to accept others uniqueness and idiosyncrasies. People come from many different national origins, races, genders, and ages. Corporate America calls this "diversity".
You may think an individual with a different race or national origin is peculiar or has strange habits. I find that all people, regardless of race, national origin, gender, or age, want the same things. All people want a safe place to live and employment that gives them the ability to provide for themselves and their family. What a boring world this would be if we all dressed the same, acted the same, and had the same ideas.
If you have an attitude of discrimination against a co-worker because of their national origin, race, gender, or age, I'm not going to try to change your mind. I WILL advise you that if you want to succeed at work, you better at least act like you are on the diversity bandwagon.
The real difficulty in relating to fellow employees comes from differences in emotional maturity, intelligence, and level of dedication to the job. Emotionally immature people may not want to cooperate with you because they feel threatened. They feel that if they help you or reveal any aspect of their job function they may lose job security.
Other symptoms of emotional immaturity are the inability to accept criticism, feeling that the company should do things the way that makes THEIR job the easiest, and just plain bossiness. Other people's emotional maturity is one of the most difficult things to deal with on the job.
It's also difficult to deal with co-workers who don't have, or don't want to have, the intelligence required to do the job. Sometimes people fain ignorance in order to avoid work or responsibility. Sometimes an individual is in a job position that they are not suited for.
Your job may provide your life with meaning and purpose. Professionalism and pride in your work may be important to you,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. But don't expect everyone to have those same values. Some people are more focused on friends, family, or other preoccupations outside of work. They come to work only for the paycheck. They want to make the least amount of effort required to get the paycheck.
Your happiness and success at work requires you to accept and embrace the uniqueness of other individuals. You need to form good relationships with any co-worker whose cooperation you need in order to perform your tasks. The best way to do that is to care about them. Engage in small talk and learn what their interests are and what motivates them. Approach them with an optimistic attitude, praise, and compliments. People gravitate towards other people who make them feel good.
You must impress upon them that you are not a threat. You will not criticize them, nor threaten their job security. Help them understand that cooperation would be mutually advantageous. Let others in the company compete and vie against one another, while you team up with your co-workers for your mutual success at work.
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Permission is granted for the below article to forward,If you do, reprint, distribute, use for ezine, newsletter, website, offer as free bonus or part of a product for sale as long as no changes are made and the byline, copyright, and the resource box below is included,If you find yourself in this situation.
Getting along with your co-workers is critical to your happiness and success at work. You may find yourself spending more time with your co-workers than with your spouse and family. Each individual in an organization is just a small cog in a big wheel,the inability to concentrate. Without the assistance of co-workers, you will find your assignments much more difficult.
The first step toward getting the assistance of your co-workers is to accept others uniqueness and idiosyncrasies. People come from many different national origins, races, genders, and ages. Corporate America calls this "diversity".
You may think an individual with a different race or national origin is peculiar or has strange habits. I find that all people, regardless of race, national origin, gender, or age, want the same things. All people want a safe place to live and employment that gives them the ability to provide for themselves and their family. What a boring world this would be if we all dressed the same, acted the same, and had the same ideas.
If you have an attitude of discrimination against a co-worker because of their national origin, race, gender, or age, I'm not going to try to change your mind. I WILL advise you that if you want to succeed at work, you better at least act like you are on the diversity bandwagon.
The real difficulty in relating to fellow employees comes from differences in emotional maturity, intelligence, and level of dedication to the job. Emotionally immature people may not want to cooperate with you because they feel threatened. They feel that if they help you or reveal any aspect of their job function they may lose job security.
Other symptoms of emotional immaturity are the inability to accept criticism, feeling that the company should do things the way that makes THEIR job the easiest, and just plain bossiness. Other people's emotional maturity is one of the most difficult things to deal with on the job.
It's also difficult to deal with co-workers who don't have, or don't want to have, the intelligence required to do the job. Sometimes people fain ignorance in order to avoid work or responsibility. Sometimes an individual is in a job position that they are not suited for.
Your job may provide your life with meaning and purpose. Professionalism and pride in your work may be important to you,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. But don't expect everyone to have those same values. Some people are more focused on friends, family, or other preoccupations outside of work. They come to work only for the paycheck. They want to make the least amount of effort required to get the paycheck.
Your happiness and success at work requires you to accept and embrace the uniqueness of other individuals. You need to form good relationships with any co-worker whose cooperation you need in order to perform your tasks. The best way to do that is to care about them. Engage in small talk and learn what their interests are and what motivates them. Approach them with an optimistic attitude, praise, and compliments. People gravitate towards other people who make them feel good.
You must impress upon them that you are not a threat. You will not criticize them, nor threaten their job security. Help them understand that cooperation would be mutually advantageous. Let others in the company compete and vie against one another, while you team up with your co-workers for your mutual success at work.
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Permission is granted for the below article to forward,If you do, reprint, distribute, use for ezine, newsletter, website, offer as free bonus or part of a product for sale as long as no changes are made and the byline, copyright, and the resource box below is included,If you find yourself in this situation.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
and deal with the bad stuff later
Bittersweet: When Bad Comes Along With The Good by Wendy Betterini
In life, there are cycles of good and bad. Times when our lives seem joyful and easy, and times when we're struggling through what seem like endless difficulties. Then there are times when the two seem to co-mingle. These are the times I call bittersweet. Perhaps you've had a bittersweet period in your own life? Usually it begins with something wonderful, followed immediately by something awful. You get a great promotion at work, then your spouse loses his or her job. Or you finally start making progress on your new fitness regime, and you pull a muscle, putting you out of commission for a week or two. A new baby is born into your family, and then a loved one passes away suddenly (or sometimes not so suddenly).
Currently, I find myself in a bittersweet period of my own. My husband and I recently purchased our first home. This has been a dream of ours for years, and we've worked hard to make it happen. Finally the dream came true, and we moved into our new home less than two weeks ago, eager to begin a new phase of our lives,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots.
Then the hammer dropped. In the same week, we received news that two family members have been diagnosed with cancer. My husband's uncle, and my mother (who also just moved into our new home with us),This is normal.
During the years I'd fantasized about what it would be like to have our dream of homeownership come true, I never expected a dark shadow to be cast over the joy of our new situation. Somehow, I thought it would be smooth sailing once the hard work was done and we achieved our goal.
For the first few days after we received the bad news, I felt somewhat indignant toward the powers that be. Why now? Why couldn't we just enjoy the experience of our new home ownership, and deal with the bad stuff later? Yes, I admit, such thoughts are selfish, not to mention futile. Life doesn't work like that, and the universe doesn't revolve around our wishes. There will always be difficulties to work through, regardless of what else is happening in our lives at the time. We simply have to carry on, because there is nothing else to do. Still, I felt like a petulant child, pouting because pain, fear, and uncertainty had chosen this moment to knock on our door,and presto--you've got 1.
A few nights later I was feeling restless,we're all insane. Does this sound familiar, unable to concentrate on anything. I was afraid for my loved ones, worried that the cancer may have spread, wondering what was going to happen. Finally I decided to sort through some still-unpacked boxes to take my mind off my worries. It was late and the house was silent and still when I crept out to the garage. I began quietly sorting through a box of miscellaneous items when a wave of weariness came over me, and I sat down heavily on a folding chair to collect my thoughts. In the grip of despair, I reached out with my heart and mind to the universe, seeking, asking for...something. Comfort? Strength? Reassurance? Guidance? I don't even know what I needed at that moment, I just reached out wordlessly from my soul, hoping to get a response that made everything all right again.
Suddenly my attention was pulled to an item resting just inside the top of the box I had been sorting through. It was the corner of a greeting card I had tossed into the box in the haste of packing. I reached out and pulled on the corner of the card, and as it emerged from the box, I saw that the front of it featured a bouquet of flowers and the words, "thank you". A flood of warmth washed over me then, flowing through every fiber of my being, clearing my mind, lifting my heart, refreshing my spirit. Yes. THANK YOU! That was the answer I had been seeking.
There, in the cool, quiet garage, I finally understood that the dark shadow that had been cast over our lives didn't have to blot out our joy. Do we despair when clouds blot out the brilliance of the sun? No. We simply continue on with our lives, working, playing, laughing, loving. The bitter CAN co-exist with the sweet. I realized that it's a matter of perspective, as are so many things in life. It's true that bitterness has the power to taint sweetness, but it's also true that sweetness can ease the intensity of bitterness. It just depends on which angle you focus on. Thankfully, the universe found a way to remind me that I have a choice, and I began focusing more on gratitude and joy again.
The next morning, my husband and I had some errands to run, and as we drove along a street we've traveled numerous times, I saw a side street that I'd never noticed before. I glanced up at the sign and saw that the street name was "Bittersweet Lane." Honestly, it didn't look like a bad place to live. :-)
In life, there are cycles of good and bad. Times when our lives seem joyful and easy, and times when we're struggling through what seem like endless difficulties. Then there are times when the two seem to co-mingle. These are the times I call bittersweet. Perhaps you've had a bittersweet period in your own life? Usually it begins with something wonderful, followed immediately by something awful. You get a great promotion at work, then your spouse loses his or her job. Or you finally start making progress on your new fitness regime, and you pull a muscle, putting you out of commission for a week or two. A new baby is born into your family, and then a loved one passes away suddenly (or sometimes not so suddenly).
Currently, I find myself in a bittersweet period of my own. My husband and I recently purchased our first home. This has been a dream of ours for years, and we've worked hard to make it happen. Finally the dream came true, and we moved into our new home less than two weeks ago, eager to begin a new phase of our lives,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots.
Then the hammer dropped. In the same week, we received news that two family members have been diagnosed with cancer. My husband's uncle, and my mother (who also just moved into our new home with us),This is normal.
During the years I'd fantasized about what it would be like to have our dream of homeownership come true, I never expected a dark shadow to be cast over the joy of our new situation. Somehow, I thought it would be smooth sailing once the hard work was done and we achieved our goal.
For the first few days after we received the bad news, I felt somewhat indignant toward the powers that be. Why now? Why couldn't we just enjoy the experience of our new home ownership, and deal with the bad stuff later? Yes, I admit, such thoughts are selfish, not to mention futile. Life doesn't work like that, and the universe doesn't revolve around our wishes. There will always be difficulties to work through, regardless of what else is happening in our lives at the time. We simply have to carry on, because there is nothing else to do. Still, I felt like a petulant child, pouting because pain, fear, and uncertainty had chosen this moment to knock on our door,and presto--you've got 1.
A few nights later I was feeling restless,we're all insane. Does this sound familiar, unable to concentrate on anything. I was afraid for my loved ones, worried that the cancer may have spread, wondering what was going to happen. Finally I decided to sort through some still-unpacked boxes to take my mind off my worries. It was late and the house was silent and still when I crept out to the garage. I began quietly sorting through a box of miscellaneous items when a wave of weariness came over me, and I sat down heavily on a folding chair to collect my thoughts. In the grip of despair, I reached out with my heart and mind to the universe, seeking, asking for...something. Comfort? Strength? Reassurance? Guidance? I don't even know what I needed at that moment, I just reached out wordlessly from my soul, hoping to get a response that made everything all right again.
Suddenly my attention was pulled to an item resting just inside the top of the box I had been sorting through. It was the corner of a greeting card I had tossed into the box in the haste of packing. I reached out and pulled on the corner of the card, and as it emerged from the box, I saw that the front of it featured a bouquet of flowers and the words, "thank you". A flood of warmth washed over me then, flowing through every fiber of my being, clearing my mind, lifting my heart, refreshing my spirit. Yes. THANK YOU! That was the answer I had been seeking.
There, in the cool, quiet garage, I finally understood that the dark shadow that had been cast over our lives didn't have to blot out our joy. Do we despair when clouds blot out the brilliance of the sun? No. We simply continue on with our lives, working, playing, laughing, loving. The bitter CAN co-exist with the sweet. I realized that it's a matter of perspective, as are so many things in life. It's true that bitterness has the power to taint sweetness, but it's also true that sweetness can ease the intensity of bitterness. It just depends on which angle you focus on. Thankfully, the universe found a way to remind me that I have a choice, and I began focusing more on gratitude and joy again.
The next morning, my husband and I had some errands to run, and as we drove along a street we've traveled numerous times, I saw a side street that I'd never noticed before. I glanced up at the sign and saw that the street name was "Bittersweet Lane." Honestly, it didn't look like a bad place to live. :-)
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
when you learn and practice various breathing techniques
Proven Methods to Gain Self
Do you know that there are proven methods to gain self-confidence naturally and enjoy a healthier life? It is true; you no longer have to suffer from the influences of your negative thinking patterns. You can learn how to control your thoughts and start rebuilding your natural confidence,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, the confidence to succeed in any endeavour, just like you did when you were a child. You can learn how to boost your self-confidence and overcome all the overwhelming feelings of anxiety, stress and depression!
Once upon a Happier Time...
Long ago, during your childhood there was a time when your confidence soared, you believed in yourself and the things you could do. You believed you could do anything, be anything you wanted, and then one day those around you influenced you and your self-confidence. Those who already established their negative thinking patterns that made them feel miserable, sometimes feel they have to share this negative aspect with others. One thing is sure about misery that it loves company, so before long, they influenced the way you think about yourself, the way you think about the things you can accomplish. Perhaps, everyday after that your self-confidence was trampled on by what others think and do,upbringing.
You Are Able Make a Difference in Your Life Today!
If you are sick and tired of feeling so depressed or you are ready to shake off the overwhelming feeling associated with anxiety and stress, you can make a difference in your life today,600 minutes and 531! There is no need to continue feeling yourself so miserable and sad. You can learn how to increase your self-confidence naturally as you work towards boosting your self-confidence. However, it is totally your choice whether you want to do something that will make you feel better about yourself and the life you are living,ultimately determining your level of happiness at home.
Things you can do to Boost Your Self-Confidence Today and Everyday
- Replace Negative Thinking with Positive Thinking
One of the most important and influential things you can do to boost your self-confidence today is to stop any type of negative thinking pattern. Negative thinking is counterproductive when you want to make a substantial difference in the way you feel, the way you think and the way you live your life. Rather, you should learn how to replace negative thinking with positive thinking. When you begin to think positively, you will notice that you feel better and that things in your life are beginning to come together to work for you rather than against you.
- Learn How To Relax
You can learn how to relax by incorporating various things into your everyday life. For example, you may want to consider learning how to meditate and visualize more positive things into your life. Learning some helpful breathing techniques can be helpful for relaxing. Interestingly, when you learn and practice various breathing techniques, visualizations or meditation methods it will be easier for you to incorporate positive thoughts into your life. While using such resources and techniques you can begin to create the type of lifestyle you know you are meant to have.
There are proven methods to gain self-confidence naturally and enjoy a healthier life, you just need to make up your mind to take advantage of them.
Do you know that there are proven methods to gain self-confidence naturally and enjoy a healthier life? It is true; you no longer have to suffer from the influences of your negative thinking patterns. You can learn how to control your thoughts and start rebuilding your natural confidence,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, the confidence to succeed in any endeavour, just like you did when you were a child. You can learn how to boost your self-confidence and overcome all the overwhelming feelings of anxiety, stress and depression!
Once upon a Happier Time...
Long ago, during your childhood there was a time when your confidence soared, you believed in yourself and the things you could do. You believed you could do anything, be anything you wanted, and then one day those around you influenced you and your self-confidence. Those who already established their negative thinking patterns that made them feel miserable, sometimes feel they have to share this negative aspect with others. One thing is sure about misery that it loves company, so before long, they influenced the way you think about yourself, the way you think about the things you can accomplish. Perhaps, everyday after that your self-confidence was trampled on by what others think and do,upbringing.
You Are Able Make a Difference in Your Life Today!
If you are sick and tired of feeling so depressed or you are ready to shake off the overwhelming feeling associated with anxiety and stress, you can make a difference in your life today,600 minutes and 531! There is no need to continue feeling yourself so miserable and sad. You can learn how to increase your self-confidence naturally as you work towards boosting your self-confidence. However, it is totally your choice whether you want to do something that will make you feel better about yourself and the life you are living,ultimately determining your level of happiness at home.
Things you can do to Boost Your Self-Confidence Today and Everyday
- Replace Negative Thinking with Positive Thinking
One of the most important and influential things you can do to boost your self-confidence today is to stop any type of negative thinking pattern. Negative thinking is counterproductive when you want to make a substantial difference in the way you feel, the way you think and the way you live your life. Rather, you should learn how to replace negative thinking with positive thinking. When you begin to think positively, you will notice that you feel better and that things in your life are beginning to come together to work for you rather than against you.
- Learn How To Relax
You can learn how to relax by incorporating various things into your everyday life. For example, you may want to consider learning how to meditate and visualize more positive things into your life. Learning some helpful breathing techniques can be helpful for relaxing. Interestingly, when you learn and practice various breathing techniques, visualizations or meditation methods it will be easier for you to incorporate positive thoughts into your life. While using such resources and techniques you can begin to create the type of lifestyle you know you are meant to have.
There are proven methods to gain self-confidence naturally and enjoy a healthier life, you just need to make up your mind to take advantage of them.
Monday, November 5, 2012
I'm sure you can come up with a better answer than one that has been used a thousand times before.
How To Develop A Magnetic Personality In 3 Simple Steps by Michael Lee
Learning how to develop a magnetic personality is very advantageous - whether in your business, career or relationships. It makes you stand out from the rest of the stereotypes out there, and people won't be able to keep themselves from coming to you.
Below are 3 simple steps on how to develop a magnetic personality,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots,Do You Know That Our Imperfections Are What Makes Us Beautiful.
Step # 1: Be Ready to Listen.
If you want people to like you, you must give them proper attention. When they talk, you must be prepared to listen and become interested in whatever they have to say,it will do you a world of good. When you're more confident.
Of course, that doesn't mean that you can't talk during the entire conversation. However, by keeping the focus on the other person, you make them feel special.
Ask them what they've been up to lately; or if you remember a conversation you've had with them before, bring the topic up. This gives them the impression that you value the time they spent talking with you and almost guarantees that they'll seek you out again next time.
Step # 2: Be Original in Your Replies.
If you want to learn how to develop a magnetic personality, you should also be prepared to give witty comebacks. People are used to niceties all the time.
When somebody asks how you are, the automatic answer seems to be "Fine, thank you." However, if you really want people to remember you, I'm sure you can come up with a better answer than one that has been used a thousand times before.
Another trick to being original is to greet someone in a foreign language. Don't go prattling off in Russian or Chinese throughout the whole conversation! Just a simple word that means good evening or good morning (depending on the time of day) is enough to make you appear intriguing.
Step # 3: Keep Your Body Language Open.
Another great tip on how to develop a magnetic personality is to match your intent with your body language,Evaluation is shown by a closed hand resting on the chin or cheek. Frowning the whole night and keeping away from all the guests will hardly attract people to you.
Instead, make the effort to mingle and smile. Be as approachable as you can. Avoid crossing your arms and do not intimidate anyone who comes up to you.
It's very important for everyone to learn how to develop a magnetic personality. Having such an attitude gives you the power to do just about anything. You can easily become the center of attention and people will revolve around you. I'm sure you can come up with more than a few ways on how you can use that to your benefit!
Learning how to develop a magnetic personality is very advantageous - whether in your business, career or relationships. It makes you stand out from the rest of the stereotypes out there, and people won't be able to keep themselves from coming to you.
Below are 3 simple steps on how to develop a magnetic personality,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots,Do You Know That Our Imperfections Are What Makes Us Beautiful.
Step # 1: Be Ready to Listen.
If you want people to like you, you must give them proper attention. When they talk, you must be prepared to listen and become interested in whatever they have to say,it will do you a world of good. When you're more confident.
Of course, that doesn't mean that you can't talk during the entire conversation. However, by keeping the focus on the other person, you make them feel special.
Ask them what they've been up to lately; or if you remember a conversation you've had with them before, bring the topic up. This gives them the impression that you value the time they spent talking with you and almost guarantees that they'll seek you out again next time.
Step # 2: Be Original in Your Replies.
If you want to learn how to develop a magnetic personality, you should also be prepared to give witty comebacks. People are used to niceties all the time.
When somebody asks how you are, the automatic answer seems to be "Fine, thank you." However, if you really want people to remember you, I'm sure you can come up with a better answer than one that has been used a thousand times before.
Another trick to being original is to greet someone in a foreign language. Don't go prattling off in Russian or Chinese throughout the whole conversation! Just a simple word that means good evening or good morning (depending on the time of day) is enough to make you appear intriguing.
Step # 3: Keep Your Body Language Open.
Another great tip on how to develop a magnetic personality is to match your intent with your body language,Evaluation is shown by a closed hand resting on the chin or cheek. Frowning the whole night and keeping away from all the guests will hardly attract people to you.
Instead, make the effort to mingle and smile. Be as approachable as you can. Avoid crossing your arms and do not intimidate anyone who comes up to you.
It's very important for everyone to learn how to develop a magnetic personality. Having such an attitude gives you the power to do just about anything. You can easily become the center of attention and people will revolve around you. I'm sure you can come up with more than a few ways on how you can use that to your benefit!
Saturday, November 3, 2012
resistance training
Personal Alchemy: Three Steps To Positive Transformation
Lately, I've become intrigued by the idea or process of "alchemy." Funk & Wagnall tells me alchemy is a transformation, "a change in nature,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, form or quality." So how to take charge of your own personal alchemy? For me, it's about changes and transformations of mind,Throughout the world, body and spirit. Therefore, in this article I've outlined three of my favorite ways to approach personal alchemy on the path to wholeness and health.
Step One: Dissect A Past Transformation:
It's easy to feel overwhelmed when thinking about the process of making a personal overhaul. Therefore, it's important to break this idea down to its least common denominator. To begin, recall if you can a positive transformation you've made in your life. It could be as simple as beginning and staying with an exercise program,Without training. In your mind locate and focus on one specific personal transformation.
Next, break down your transformation into its components: mind, body and spirit. I tend to look at everything in this tri-fold sense. I believe it is important to see the way a particular event contributes to the growth of each component. Right now, take a moment to observe the ways each of these components have contributed to your transformation:
Mind: Was your mind committed to making this positive change?
Body: What daily actions did it take to make this personal transformation effective and permanent?
Spirit: Was there a spiritual component at hand guiding you toward your positive goal?
Step Two: Begin The Uncovering Process:
Now that you've dissected a previous transformation, the uncovering process is simple. This process asks you to take some time with your journal and uncover a new personal transformation you would like to experience. With pen in hand, take time to make notes to yourself. Start small. What transformations would you like to make this year? Do some dreaming.
When you've finished, scan your list for one worthwhile goal that is achievable,research fascinating details about the individual's life. Afterwards. If you are unable to commit to one on your list, try these ideas to complete your uncovering:
According to Louise Hay in her book "You Can Heal Your Life" these components will help you live a holistic, healthy life. Perhaps one may inspire you toward a worthwhile goal.
Nurture The Body: Practice sound nutrition. Aim to make the best choices for your body and choose food and beverages that make you feel well. When appropriate supplement with herbs, vitamins and homeopathy.
Practice a sound exercise program. Find a form of exercise that is appealing to you and is one that you will do. Choose from: aerobic exercise, resistance training, tai chi, yoga or Pilates. When appropriate use body work such as massage or reiki.
Nurture The Mind: Add to your daily practice, visualization, guided imagery, affirmations or dream work. Spiritual meditation is also a great way to quiet the mind and allow time to tune in to the divine.
Nurture The Spirit: Find time to practice prayer work, meditation, forgiveness and unconditional love.
Step Three: Find Answers In The Silence: Then Take Your Goals One By One
We can't possibly do everything. For as someone once told me "you have only, all the time there is." With this in mind, I am brought back to my earliest ideas about personal alchemy. This involves one of the most difficult, yet necessary practices: finding time for silence. Finding time is the challenge I most often face when looking at my own personal growth and aiming to find ways to simplify and speed up the process.
Silence. Why does it work? From a physics or scientific standpoint, the electrons within the molecules of the body actually speed up when the body slows down. It seems difficult to understand at first, but the key is its reciprocal process. When the body slows down, the energy surrounding the body and passing through the body speeds up, literally directing the body: instructing it.
Grace, balance and growth are often natural extensions of this process. When you take some time to be still and offer your goal up to the universe, you can then become aware of the divine direction. To do this, try to first become aware of your surroundings. Then aim to find time each day to move toward your worthwhile goal. Keep it close to your heart. Know that there are many distractions in life, but if you take time to rest and stop for one moment, it could be the moment you will receive your greatest inspiration.
When in doubt, there's always help! For a creative boost and further direction in your discovery process, please explore these sources:
The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity By Julia Cameron.
Sacred Contracts: Awakening Your Divine Potential by Caroline Myss.
Lately, I've become intrigued by the idea or process of "alchemy." Funk & Wagnall tells me alchemy is a transformation, "a change in nature,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots, form or quality." So how to take charge of your own personal alchemy? For me, it's about changes and transformations of mind,Throughout the world, body and spirit. Therefore, in this article I've outlined three of my favorite ways to approach personal alchemy on the path to wholeness and health.
Step One: Dissect A Past Transformation:
It's easy to feel overwhelmed when thinking about the process of making a personal overhaul. Therefore, it's important to break this idea down to its least common denominator. To begin, recall if you can a positive transformation you've made in your life. It could be as simple as beginning and staying with an exercise program,Without training. In your mind locate and focus on one specific personal transformation.
Next, break down your transformation into its components: mind, body and spirit. I tend to look at everything in this tri-fold sense. I believe it is important to see the way a particular event contributes to the growth of each component. Right now, take a moment to observe the ways each of these components have contributed to your transformation:
Mind: Was your mind committed to making this positive change?
Body: What daily actions did it take to make this personal transformation effective and permanent?
Spirit: Was there a spiritual component at hand guiding you toward your positive goal?
Step Two: Begin The Uncovering Process:
Now that you've dissected a previous transformation, the uncovering process is simple. This process asks you to take some time with your journal and uncover a new personal transformation you would like to experience. With pen in hand, take time to make notes to yourself. Start small. What transformations would you like to make this year? Do some dreaming.
When you've finished, scan your list for one worthwhile goal that is achievable,research fascinating details about the individual's life. Afterwards. If you are unable to commit to one on your list, try these ideas to complete your uncovering:
According to Louise Hay in her book "You Can Heal Your Life" these components will help you live a holistic, healthy life. Perhaps one may inspire you toward a worthwhile goal.
Nurture The Body: Practice sound nutrition. Aim to make the best choices for your body and choose food and beverages that make you feel well. When appropriate supplement with herbs, vitamins and homeopathy.
Practice a sound exercise program. Find a form of exercise that is appealing to you and is one that you will do. Choose from: aerobic exercise, resistance training, tai chi, yoga or Pilates. When appropriate use body work such as massage or reiki.
Nurture The Mind: Add to your daily practice, visualization, guided imagery, affirmations or dream work. Spiritual meditation is also a great way to quiet the mind and allow time to tune in to the divine.
Nurture The Spirit: Find time to practice prayer work, meditation, forgiveness and unconditional love.
Step Three: Find Answers In The Silence: Then Take Your Goals One By One
We can't possibly do everything. For as someone once told me "you have only, all the time there is." With this in mind, I am brought back to my earliest ideas about personal alchemy. This involves one of the most difficult, yet necessary practices: finding time for silence. Finding time is the challenge I most often face when looking at my own personal growth and aiming to find ways to simplify and speed up the process.
Silence. Why does it work? From a physics or scientific standpoint, the electrons within the molecules of the body actually speed up when the body slows down. It seems difficult to understand at first, but the key is its reciprocal process. When the body slows down, the energy surrounding the body and passing through the body speeds up, literally directing the body: instructing it.
Grace, balance and growth are often natural extensions of this process. When you take some time to be still and offer your goal up to the universe, you can then become aware of the divine direction. To do this, try to first become aware of your surroundings. Then aim to find time each day to move toward your worthwhile goal. Keep it close to your heart. Know that there are many distractions in life, but if you take time to rest and stop for one moment, it could be the moment you will receive your greatest inspiration.
When in doubt, there's always help! For a creative boost and further direction in your discovery process, please explore these sources:
The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity By Julia Cameron.
Sacred Contracts: Awakening Your Divine Potential by Caroline Myss.
Friday, November 2, 2012
what it all comes down to
Get Rich Being Creative – Why the Compulsion to Create Makes You Wealthy
For a recent article in a European music magazine, I was asked what drives me to compose music.
It's a great question. What drives any of us to explore and develop our gifts,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. Have you ever wondered where this urge to express yourself comes from?
My answer to the question was "I am just compelled to compose music. I feel that the true voice of God in us is the compulsion to create. The mysteries of life are revealed in those quiet moments."
What I realize now is that this compulsion to create extends far beyond the artist's domain. This ability and compulsion is present in all of us at any moment.
I am creating my life Right Now by the thoughts I am putting down in this article,Set a schedule and stick to it. Early or late riser. I am creating my life by deciding what I want to do at any given moment.
So, my drive to compose music reflects my urge to express the mystery of life as best I can at any given moment. Same goes for which book I choose to read, what activities I do with my family, which foods I choose to eat, what time I good to bed at night, and so on.
How I choose to do these things matters as much as what I do. For example, gratitude for my meals is shown by allowing the experience of eating to be slow and quiet. This means, no reading,"let bygones be bygones"., watching, listening to music or news.
Really, what it all comes down to, is seeing your life as sacred. It's easy for us to see certain things outside of ourselves as being sacred, but few of us treat our own life as the miracle that it is.
What treasures await those of you who continuously, fearlessly step into the unknown.
You find more inner resources than you'd ever imagined. You discover treasure after treasure of creative reserves. Too innumerable because they are infinite. Each discovery opens the gateway to the next. There is no end to this treasure hunt.
These gifts of creativity are more precious than anything in the world. Because their exploration and activation brings you the peace and prosperity you were looking for since you were a child.
Embark on your treasure hunt every day. No matter what you are doing at any moment, access your creative mind. Give it a reason to churn out its magic. Honor the creator that you are. Give your mind the wise sustenance it craves,Smoking.
How lucky we all are. How blessed I am to have the ability to create each and every day. How grateful I am for the opportunity to create the life of my dreams.
Here's to your creativity and wealth.
Copyright 2006 Tania French
For a recent article in a European music magazine, I was asked what drives me to compose music.
It's a great question. What drives any of us to explore and develop our gifts,3166 Ugg Sheepskin Cuff Tall Sand Boots. Have you ever wondered where this urge to express yourself comes from?
My answer to the question was "I am just compelled to compose music. I feel that the true voice of God in us is the compulsion to create. The mysteries of life are revealed in those quiet moments."
What I realize now is that this compulsion to create extends far beyond the artist's domain. This ability and compulsion is present in all of us at any moment.
I am creating my life Right Now by the thoughts I am putting down in this article,Set a schedule and stick to it. Early or late riser. I am creating my life by deciding what I want to do at any given moment.
So, my drive to compose music reflects my urge to express the mystery of life as best I can at any given moment. Same goes for which book I choose to read, what activities I do with my family, which foods I choose to eat, what time I good to bed at night, and so on.
How I choose to do these things matters as much as what I do. For example, gratitude for my meals is shown by allowing the experience of eating to be slow and quiet. This means, no reading,"let bygones be bygones"., watching, listening to music or news.
Really, what it all comes down to, is seeing your life as sacred. It's easy for us to see certain things outside of ourselves as being sacred, but few of us treat our own life as the miracle that it is.
What treasures await those of you who continuously, fearlessly step into the unknown.
You find more inner resources than you'd ever imagined. You discover treasure after treasure of creative reserves. Too innumerable because they are infinite. Each discovery opens the gateway to the next. There is no end to this treasure hunt.
These gifts of creativity are more precious than anything in the world. Because their exploration and activation brings you the peace and prosperity you were looking for since you were a child.
Embark on your treasure hunt every day. No matter what you are doing at any moment, access your creative mind. Give it a reason to churn out its magic. Honor the creator that you are. Give your mind the wise sustenance it craves,Smoking.
How lucky we all are. How blessed I am to have the ability to create each and every day. How grateful I am for the opportunity to create the life of my dreams.
Here's to your creativity and wealth.
Copyright 2006 Tania French
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