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Money and Success - 8 Traits of Extremely Wealthy People
Have you ever wondered why some people are magnets for wealth and most others just flounder by the wayside? I bet you want to know the secret traits these wealthy people possess. But first, let’s get... Times Read: 192

3 Ways to Super Charge Your Affirmations
“One comes to believe whatever one repeats to oneself sufficiently often, whether the statement be true or false. It comes to be dominating thought in one's mind.” -- Robert Collier Repetition of wor... Times Read: 147

Quit Smoking - Prepare To Succeed
For many smokers the desire to quit smoking is strong…yet it seems no matter what they do, they just can’t seem to break this devastating habit. The inability to quit smoking causes many to privately... Times Read: 143

Keep a Sharp Mind with Games
Have you ever forgotten where you put your car keys? Have you spent time searching for your sunglasses when they were perched on top of your head? Don't laugh. Even I have done that! Today's culture ... Times Read: 139

Alcoholism Facts - Facts Of Alcoholism You Should Know
Alcoholism facts can help one better understand the extent of alcoholism and alcoholism warning signs. One of the alcoholism facts is that alcoholism is a type of drug addiction that can be both phys... Times Read: 133

Success Steps for Your Personal or Business Life
Fact: Success is something of which we all want more. Fact: Most people believe that success is difficult. Fact: They’re wrong - it’s not! Success isn’t really that difficult. There is a significant ... Times Read: 131

Lead An Orderly Life
There are many interesting characteristics in the person that is disorganized and the person who is organized. The individual who is disorganized takes a considerable time to get things done. They la... Times Read: 126

The Powerful Technique That Can Transform Your Life
Do you want to know a very powerful technique that can literaly change your life in an instant? I can assure you that if you try this as outlined here you will be amazed and thrilled beyond belief. A... Times Read: 123

Conquer Your Fear! Learn To Be Confident In Public Speech
In public speaking, fear maybe viewed as negative leading to ineffective communication. This is the tendency if you predict bad situations. Fear can be easily seen through physical manifestations: ha... Times Read: 122

The Truth About Depression
You’ve probably seen the commercials on television talking about the “you” you used to be before depression set in. Such commercials are generally aired by drug companies promoting an anti-depressant... Times Read: 121

Excuse Me...Your Life Is Waiting
What if one day you were minding your own business when someone tapped you on the shoulder and said, "Excuse me, your life is waiting. It's right over there and in it you have all that you ever des... Times Read: 121

Goal Setting And Value Identification Lead To More Meaning and Purpose
Life seems to hurtle by us these days. To keep up with our frantic-paced life, our ever-changing technological society has given us radical tools to work, plan and supposedly become more efficient. C... Times Read: 121

SPIRITUALITY: Impersonating Jed McKenna
"No man is a prophet in his own country." That line keeps running through my mind as I sit over lunch with my sister who I haven't seen in several years. These days I'm the enlightened guy, but to he... Times Read: 121

Why Goal Setting Is Extremely Important To You. 11 Compelling Reasons
Do you want to be happy and successful in the future? Then set goals. People live successful, happy and living meaningful lives because they have taken the time to set goals. Below are 11 compelling ... Times Read: 118

Success-- The Key And The Fire
Self-discipline is a powerful tool that can help you accomplish about anything you can dream or imagine. Self-discipline is the act of controlling our emotions, actions, thoughts, words and personal ... Times Read: 118

You Can Have What You Want
“You CAN have what you want, you know.” Oh, how I love my friend CJ! He’s such a gift and a blessing. I had been running around for days trying to find a copy of the original “Layla” by Eric Clapto... Times Read: 115

Activate The Energy Of The Universe
Did you know that you can not create energy yourself? You can just activate the universal energy, which exists always and will always exist. This Energy gave you life. It’s always there, at every mom... Times Read: 115

What is Your Mission on Earth and What is it Not? Ten Misconceptions
You were sent to earth with a mission to fulfill. This mission has to do with your passion. If you want to be happy and fulfilled with enthusiasm, you have to discover what your mission is and organi... Times Read: 114

What You Focus Your Attention on Is What You Get!
Cheryl Richardson, a favorite author and fellow coach, has written a new book called "Stand Up for Your Life". In this book she talks about how our society tends to "bond over stress instead of succe... Times Read: 114

Over 40? Work life Empty?
You are not alone After 20 or more years of working we seldom acknowledge that our work life is no longer meeting our needs for meaning and fulfillment. After all, who has the time for this self-refl... Times Read: 112

Once Can Be Enough
There are many things that I would like to do. In fact I have made a list of 100 things I would like to do before I die. I have been checking quite a few things off the list in the last couple of mon... Times Read: 112

Self Improvement: Destiny or Journey?
How high is up? Have you ever asked yourself, “Just how high is up?” or “Just how successful is successful?” or “Just how good is good?” Have you ever thought about the different “Yous” within yourse... Times Read: 112

Does Your Puppy “Wet” On The Floor? - Five Elements to Performance Management
Perhaps you have heard the phrase, “Push the Envelope.” Well, in this article that is exactly what I’m going to do. Rest assured, I’ll do it as carefully as possible, because I was criticized for cal... Times Read: 111

A View from the Mountain
For the last seven or eight years I have enjoyed a recreational activity that gives me exercise and satisfies my longing to be in nature. When I Mountain Bike I feel exhilarated, refreshed and proud ... Times Read: 111

Self Defense And Psychological Preparedness
Being psychologically prepared is critical for self defense during an assault in the street. It is very important to be ready to repel the assailant (assailants) using all the means you have. Note th... Times Read: 110

Stay On Target! Stay On Target!
You Star Wars fans remember that chant from one of the Star Wars films. I have to apologize here. I HAVE seen and enjoyed all the Star Wars movies, but am not enough of a fan to remember tasty tidbit... Times Read: 110

Free Tips On How To Reduce Depression
This article is all about beating depression. I am a person who suffered from long bouts of depression, however after deciding to change my whole outlook on life, I now have a much happier, successfu... Times Read: 109

How to make use of your alone times.
Many people dread the times when they are left alone. They feel a sense of emptiness or boredom. They start to look out for things to do or people to talk to. Some get into habits like shopping, eati... Times Read: 109

5 Practical Ways to Make the Most of Your Day Dreams
Live more powerfully & more significantly – the journey begins today! PURPOSE is what you’re created for. MISSION is what you’re meant to do about it. VISIONS are the evidence, and GOALS are the mean... Times Read: 108

How To Set Goals Like an Olympic Champion
Virtually every Olympic athlete shares the same goal: winning the gold medal. But the interesting finding from research by sports psychologists is that the most motivated and successful athletes set... Times Read: 108

Affirmations & Affirmations
One-way to be sure that you get what you want, is to practice playing the affirmations game. The great thing about this game is that if you play it enough you are assured of victory! I hope you under... Times Read: 108

Beyond Fear And Addiction: Six Steps To Healing
There is a wonderful anachronism for FEAR: False Evidence Appearing Real Much of the fear in our lives is based on false evidence. Our bodies are designed to respond with the fight or flight mechani... Times Read: 107

Not Reaching Your Goals?
You have never really reflected on the different areas of your life. Have you taken the time to reflect on your life and find out what your desires are? Your life is divided into different segments... Times Read: 107

Negotiating Your Value
Are You Prepared To Negotiate For Happiness? Believe it or not, everything truly is negotiable! Each new job offer or performance review is an opportunity to negotiate base salary, bonuses, benefits,... Times Read: 107

Self-Esteem: You Are Not Who You Think You Are
David sat in front of me at one of my five-day intensive workshops. A successful businessman with a wife and two grown children, David believed that he was not good enough. “I’m insufficient,” he sai... Times Read: 106

Atheists Agnostics and Evolutionists – The Worst Gamblers in the World
I have seen the odds of having the right amino acids and other components coming together from the primordial ooze and creating life mathematically computed. It produces a number followed by so many ... Times Read: 106

The Journey From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
After the beginning of the New Year has come and gone, how do you keep the momentum going? Hopefully, you set your New Year's goals and now you're ready to see them begin to manifest. Your goals may ... Times Read: 106

Mindfulness and Tango: On Passion and Possiblities
My husband and I went to see a production of "Forever Tango!" presented at the Angela Peralta Theater just two blocks from our home here in Mazatlan. After all, since we're moving to Argentina ... Times Read: 106

God Is My Boss
I just figured everyone talked to God. All my life I could sense there was a world beyond the one I could see with my eyes. I lived in a world of fantasy, and had many conversations with my host of ... Times Read: 105

Addiction Recovery: The Journey From Intervention To Rehab
Addiction recovery can be a long, hard battle for both the person fighting the disease and their loved ones. In fact, the first step in the journey toward recovery is often initiated by the addict's ... Times Read: 104

The Happiness Recipe - Attitude, Memories, and Authentic Communication
I’ve done an enormous amount of research on happiness over the years and it is a subject I am continually fascinated by. Human beings are already such incredibly complex creatures. Add on the ever-e... Times Read: 104

How Team Ferrari Can Accelerate Your Success
Picture the scene: It’s the Monaco Grand Prix and the Ferrari of Michael Schumacher is in pole position. The warm-up lap has been completed and Schumacher revs the engine, waiting for the lights to f... Times Read: 103

You've Been Named Boss; Now What?
Betty made a giant leap forward in her career when she landed a new position as Director of Marketing for a major division of a multi-billion dollar corporation. She would go from supervising one em... Times Read: 103

Paradigms are Containers for Change
Paradigms are ubiquitous. They show up in conversations, books, bedrooms, films, families, restaurants, professions, games, sports, industries, and social systems of all types. Paradigms fall within ... Times Read: 103

Superhuman
Interesting title isn’t it? Superhuman, what does this mean to you? Are you thinking of superman, the one that could fly, that would be invincible and that would melt ice with his eyes, or are you th... Times Read: 102

Making It Stick in ག
Are you stuck with the same new year resolution you made last year? Are you tired of being stuck with the same old problems year after year after year? And I know you wonder what other people are d... Times Read: 102

Keep the Tension Tight
During the 2006 winter Olympics, Lindsey Jacobellis was alone in the clear, and could have practically crawled to the finish line and won. After an Olympic-sized flub, she probably wishes she had. Co... Times Read: 101

Your Greatest Mentor Is You!
Whenever a motivational speaker, or self-help book, as well as any other related materials tell you that you should find yourself a mentor to follow and inspire you, remember that the greatest mentor... Times Read: 99

Change Surroundings to Match Your LIfe
Hopes and dreams come in all sizes and shapes. You can journal and make collage boards of all the “things” you want in your life but you still have to have the major ingredient of action to make the... Times Read: 99

Motivation: What Life is All About
Gene Castelli from Columbus, Ohio writes: We think of the word “motivation” and its derivatives, and a picture comes to mind of the athlete being “motivated” to win, or the actor finding his “motivat... Times Read: 98

Learning to Love Your Curves
In today's world, the pressure to be thin and slinky is still intense. Although the average woman in America is a size 14, the media and entertainment industry are still obsessed with thinness. Despi... Times Read: 97

Words To Live By?
Watching the news the other day, it occurred to me that people who have "words to live by" often begin to attack and even kill others. I thought back to my own angry youth, when I could easily use wo... Times Read: 89

Time is Gold
Time is the coin of your life. It is the only coin you have, and only you can determine how it will be spent. Be careful lest you let other people spend it for you. Carl Sandburg (1878 - 1967) How do... Times Read: 87

Thoughtfulness
Of paramount importance and relevancy to true and lasting human accomplishment is the way we deliberate between short term gain and long term accomplishment. The overriding consideration must be our ... Times Read: 85

15 Magic Minutes
This morning while I was out walking I realized, after the first mile, that I shouldn't have had all that water beforehand, if you get my drift. And I had four more miles to go! I suppose I could hav... Times Read: 84

Inspiration, the Living Force
These moments of awareness are powerful motivators. They boost our spirit and expand our view of certain joys we don’t have the chance to appreciate every day. They make you want to shout for more a... Times Read: 83

What Transpires During A Panic Attack
What we usually perceive as a possible threat or danger brought about by a panic attack actually starts from the brain. From the brain, signals are sent to the nervous system of our body. It is the ... Times Read: 82

Get Over a Relationship
Try as you might, you can't get over a relationship. You know its over, but you can't stop thinking about that certain someone. Whatever that person was like, they just never leave your mind for so... Times Read: 82

The Happiness Habit
'Most people are about as happy as they make up their mind to be.' Abraham Lincoln I'm happy. My Email software has developed a frustrating problem, it's been raining for days, the car has sprung a l... Times Read: 80

Facts about Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Generalized Anxiety Disorder Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is characterized by 6 months or more of chronic, exaggerated worry and tension that is unfounded or much more severe than the normal an... Times Read: 79

Dissatisfied With Your Job? Stop Believing The Myths!
According to recent statistics, 56% of the work force is dissatisfied with their job. According to a recent Monster.com poll, 87%of respondents said they were dissatisfied with their job. If you are... Times Read: 77

The No Cost No Obligation Secret to Success
Most people say they want to be successful, but beyond saying the word, they have no clear mental concept of what success is. Getting what you really want is one definition. Attainment. Not some abst... Times Read: 76

Adult Personals – Fulfilling Your Fantasies Through Adult Dating Websites
People are talking about adult personals. There's no doubt about it. As regular dating sites are seen as too tame to meet their adventurous needs people are posting adult personals through adult dat... Times Read: 75

Stress Relief Tips For Free
This article gives free tips and advice about how to reduce stress. I am a person who used to stress in a big way. At one point a work colleague made a comment that he thought that I walked around wi... Times Read: 73

The Nature's Opportunity
One touch of the nature makes the whole world wise, aware & Alert. This is how nature is? Current imbalanced Rainy & water level Situation in many parts of INDIA is an fallout of our past contributio... Times Read: 73

Active Relaxation - The Neglected Art
Stress Stress is a serious business. The subject is often in the news: we know that it causes the loss of more working days than physical illness and can lead to serious conditions of the heart and o... Times Read: 72

Garden of Eden: a Coming of Age Story Gone Wrong
We have all been there. We are safe and cozy in our parents home. No bills, no mortgage, no work, no responsibilities except naming a couple pets and feeding them. Your parents are your creators, you... Times Read: 72

Hypnosis: Myth & Reality
Hollywood hype would have us believe that a hypnotist can control and direct our actions, and that we can be made to do all sorts of unimaginable things under hypnosis. Following is a list of some of... Times Read: 72

Wealth And Abundance for Everyone. Yes...Including You
We are surrounded by abundance. Nature is extravagant, sometimes seemingly wasteful in its abundance. Look around and you will see it everywhere. There are many factors involved in why it is so hard ... Times Read: 72

Changing Your Life 101 - The Starting Point
You dream of a better life, but you’re waiting for just the right break? You could be waiting a very long time. In the meantime, you can start changing your life today – The Starting Point - Get co... Times Read: 71

Dating Site Review: Match.com
Match.com is BIG! Match.com is a huge diverse site, perhaps reflecting it's parent company IAC InterActiveCorp. IAC's online businesses include Expedia, Hotels.com, Ticketmaster, Match.com, Citysearc... Times Read: 71

The Success Mindset - The Easy Guide To Self Improvement And Positive Thinking - Part 1 Of 2
Self improvement and Positive Thinking are mantra's you frequently get told about by Self Help Gurus's. In fact you are possibly BORED STIFF of hearing about them. But nevertheless, thinking bigger, ... Times Read: 70

Life Coaching Advice For Free
Are you looking to arrange an appointment with a life coach. There are many people who feel they need a boost of self-confidence or self-esteem. In this article I write about some of the advice you m... Times Read: 69

Using Your Mind to Create Wealth
The first step to the realization of lasting wealth is to know what wealth means to you. What is it that you are searching for? Remember that happiness is not a destination but a way of traveling thr... Times Read: 69

Communication Skills: A Quick Start
Here is the easy way to learn about Communication skills without going through a 300+ pages book which, one can forget about before he finishes it Always start with an Intention: Anything we start, i... Times Read: 68

Interpreting The Most Common Dreams
The most common dreams, according to surveys by www.psychicsuperstore.com are dreams of falling, being naked, and of your teeth falling out. Close runners up include dreams of flying, and of exams. S... Times Read: 68

Nine Characterisitics of An Enthusiastic Person
Enthusiasm is passion. Enthusiasm is living your dream. Enthusiasm is a divine energy you will feel as a reward for pursuing your dreams and staying on your own path. Someone who is earnestly looking... Times Read: 67

Millionaire Wealth Building Is Not Rocket Science
I’ve always been intrigued by wealth in our North American society. I would like to share some of my core findings and get you on the way to becoming wealthy and fulfilled. First, a few questions. ... Times Read: 67

Eight Leadership Techniques for Outstanding Teams
Apply the following eight leadership techniques to create highly motivated, self-directed, and extremely productive employees and teams: 1. Provide Clear Expectations Winning organizations know whe... Times Read: 67

The Courage to Say Yes
In a culture full of reasons to say ``no,'' it takes a lot of courage to find ways to say ``yes.'' We're taught to say ``no'' from a very young age, after all. For most of us, our first word was ``n... Times Read: 67

Change Is Like A Pair of Shows
Change is something we all go through all the time, though we may not realise it. We cannot actually see change happening, we just see the results of change. Sometimes change is easy, other times it ... Times Read: 67

A Guide To Self Improvement Techniques.
An ordered life is one of the most assured methods of self-improvement. The saying “tidy desk - tidy mind” is also certainly true but only a small part of it. It is important that you order your life... Times Read: 66

A Leopard Changed Its Spots
Have you heard the saying, "A Leopard Can't Change Its Spots"? What if I told you they were wrong? What if I told you that you can change and that your history is not the main factor in what you want... Times Read: 66

Why Should You Find Your Life’s Purpose?
Many spiritual traditions revolve around one central question: “Who am I ?” Even the business world ponders this crucial matter. According to business gurus, the first step on the road to success is ... Times Read: 66

Self Employed Is A State Of Mind
Being self employed is typically thought of as working in your own business, as opposed to working for someone else's business. However, you can start working for yourself today, even if you are work... Times Read: 66

The Accidental Leader
It was never planned, it just happened. After years of enjoying what you do, and consequently doing quite well, your efforts and results have been recognised by management. They asked you to lead a... Times Read: 65

How to Save Yourself from Negative Influences
Watching the news can be hazardous to your health. It's a fact, especially when you're watching events related to terrorism, kidnapping, murder, accidents, or calamities. These incidents make you wo... Times Read: 65

Is it the Right Thing or the Wrong Thing to Do?
Defined by Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia, as "the branch of axiology – one of the four major branches of philosophy, alongside metaphysics, epistemology, and logic – which attempts to under... Times Read: 64

Simply Do What You Resolve To Do
It's that time again, when we all are trying to decide upon those New Year resolutions that we intend to institute and commit to. We are already well into January 2006; Have you started your New Year... Times Read: 64

The Art of Keeping a Journal
Journal keeping is basically without rules. It is an uncensored invitation to cut & paste, sketch & chart, and to visualize and unravel every great and small thought. At its most basic it is a decisi... Times Read: 64

Finally Free Yourself From Worry And Fear
Would you like to move your life ahead in spite of worry and fear? Everyone has fears and worries, what sets us apart is our ability to deal with them and move on. This article will show you how to m... Times Read: 63

Making New Friends Can Be Extremely Satisfying For Retirees!
After retiring, you may find yourself needing to make new friends. Perhaps your other friends are still employed or maybe you simply want to find new friends with whom you can share this wonderful ne... Times Read: 63

Top Nine Characteristics of Great Speakers
1. Solid Content. Even a person lacking charismatic gifts can develop solid content. Always share something the audience finds valuable to their lives. 2. Humorous. It's hard to hate someone you lau... Times Read: 63

What Will You Accomplish When 52 Self-Help/Wealth Gurus Mentor You For Free?
I recently interviewed my friend Tellman Knudson, an expert in helping people make rapid changes to overcome problems and achieve high levels of success using the latest human optimization technologi... Times Read: 63

Is This Love or Emotional Dependency?
One of my clients, whose ex-girlfriend recently broke up with him, asked me the following question: “I think I still love her, but is this love or just emotional dependency? Many times I ask myself i... Times Read: 63

Is It Deja Vu?
Have you ever had an issue or situation reoccur time and time again which left you asking, “OK, when will this go away?” OR “Why me?” Yes, why you? Great question! The answer; oftentimes repetitive i... Times Read: 62

Bringing Up Baby: Communing With A Humpback Whale
Did you ever have a moment in time when you think to yourself, “This is it. This is the moment. Life just can’t get any better.” And then, it does. Such a moment happened to me, last week, while wha... Times Read: 62

Working Toward a Debt-Free Lifestyle
As debt becomes a greater factor in the day-to-day life of more people, many wish that they could arrange their lives so as to completely eliminate their personal debts. Though it may seem like littl... Times Read: 62

Manifestation - Your Gateway to the Life You Want
Are you stuck in a rut? Do you ever feel that you are being perpetually driven; that life is a never-ending round of rushing from here to there, or from one chore to another, with no time for relaxat... Times Read: 61

How to Change Your Subconscious Tales
. . . so people won't laugh at you for lying. "What do you mean, lying?" I hear you ask. I'm talking about body language--the subconscious story you tell people. You tell with your body what you thin... Times Read: 61

Religion of Rationality Ordains Ministers for Free
The Temple of Earth has recently announced that it will ordain anyone online (at www.templeofearth.com) for free. Of course, this is nothing new. Many online religious organizations offer free ordina... Times Read: 61