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Use Your Feeling To Know Best Possible Future By : Enoch Tan Intuition works in a way where you connect your consciousness to an alternate possible universe by focusing on a particular choice. That alternate universe that exist in a probable future of yours vibrates at a particular frequency. You sense that frequency with your feeling. If that alternate state of the universe is a desirable one for you, the feeling you get will be desirable. Hold On Tight To Your Dreams: How To Get What You Want In Life! By : Cucan Pemo How many times have you felt that your dreams weren't ever going to come true? Whether you've tried to make things work and things have failed over and over again, everyone has gone through a crisis of faith to a certain extent, wondering if they just aren't being realistic. Read on and find out how you can get whatever you want in life! The Journey From Head to Heart By : Jan Engels Smith This article is the first in a series of articles excerpted from my book, Becoming Yourself: The Journey from Head to Heart. This article describes how to start the journey of discovering the self that has always existed, and that requires finding the inherent qualities within and then revealing them to the world. Mind Control Tutorial By : Mind control is a process of making any individual loose their control over their own thinking and behavior. Many mind control experiments are done through physical force and violence. You should not confuse Hypnotism with mind control. The two are different terms. Mind control can be enforced by religion, politics, parents’ behavior etc. Mind control has been related to two syndromes. They are Battered person syndrome and Stockholm syndrome. Battered person syndrome is no... The Secret Behind The Subliminal Message By : Learn how to stay focused on your desires in a way that will bring them to you as promised in The Secret. It's all about your subliminal thinking. It's time to make success automatic and easy! Do You Want To End A Tough Year With Gratitude? By : Maurine Patten Are you looking forward to the New Year? New research points to gratitude as a key to your health and happiness. Robert Emmons book, Thanks! (2007)sheds light on the benefits of gratitude. For a life changing experience, specific suggestions from Positive Psychology research are given to help you tune into what is good in your life. The Ham Rut By : Michael A. Verdicchio Many times, we do things because that's the way we have always done them. We think the way we do now, because that's the way we have always thought. But why? How Your Clutter Keeps You Anchored In The Past By : Mary McNeil Most people’s clutter is a mixture of their ancient history, their middle past and their recently lived present. Personal Empowerment Comes From Giving By : The holidays have been making me think about things that truly make me happy. Appreciation of things that I value brings me happiness. One thing I appreciate is my freedom. I especially am grateful for my freedom in these days of trouble and uncertainty. Our country is in a state of war. We may choose to look away or forget it but the truth is we are at war with an enemy that can not be easily defined or easily seen. We are not at war with Iraq. It is a war against terrorism,... Trying Less This Christmas By : Dixon Hammer So much stress occurs in the lead up to Christmas. If you are looking for a more relaxed and enjoyable Christmas this year, let go of the idea of trying to keep people happy and replace it with simply engaging fully with what feels right for you. If everyone does this we may end up with a more peaceful Christmas time. How We Sabotage Ourselves And What To Do About It By : Brenda Shoshanna Most of us sabotage ourselves unknowingly, not realizing the powerful force of anger in our lives. This article explores the nature of anger and offers some easy and yet extremely effective antidotes to it. When we replace anger with these antidotes, not only does self sabotage cease, but many other symptoms and tensions dissolve easily as well. Our Priorities Are Reversed By : Roy E. Klienwachter It's not a big secret and most people already know that one of the biggest concerns we have in North America is how do we cure an ailment, disease or infection - it's not about prevention... Do It Till You Are Satisfied By : “Whatever it is, DO IT, Do it ‘til you’re satisfied” is a very upbeat song that reminds us to do things that make us happy and keep us moving. Even the shoe company, Nike, uses the quote for their shoes and athletic wear of “Just Do It”. We have so much trouble just getting started sometimes. It is hard, isn’t it? It is hard to get started in the morning, hard to start a diet, hard to leave a dead end job. It is even hard to just get up off the sofa, quit being a couch p... Gratitude Journal: Keeping The Thanksgiving Spirit Alive Year-Round By : Some people make New Year’s resolutions. I make Thanksgiving resolutions. Every year, I resolve to resume my practice of keeping a gratitude journal. And every year, about three weeks later, I lose the journal. Not that this stops me. I just write my entries in some other journal, or a notebook. You may consider this weird, but for me, the act of writing things down seems to be the important part. It’s almost as if the writing action alone does something to the synapses in... Self-Improvement - Marketing Yourself As A Brand By : We are all familiar with name brand products in the stores. Companies have learned they can sell more of their product if they can make you associate the name closely with a particular service or advantage. Branding yourself is a relatively new concept in the world of employment, but basically it uses the same strategy, only this time the product is you. Branding yourself is a way of making it clear to potential employers or clients what, in particular, you might be able t... Seek Value Instead Of Success By : Today we are surrounded with books and seminars and workshops aimed at making us more successful. Many of these are great men with great advice that is worthy of our attention. I myself read much of the self-help success material that is published which I ascribe to and promote their ideas. But before you begin your journey through the maze of self-help literature and expensive workshops out there I would ask you to consider the words of Albert Einstein who said. "Try not to ... Peace, The Balm To Soothe Troubled Lives And Times By : In his masterpiece, "Man's Search for Meaning," Viktor Frankl writes, "Every age has its own collective neurosis and every age needs its own psychotherapy to cope with it." There is a collective neurosis in our world today, it is the cry for peace emanating from individuals, groups, communities and nations, impacting the mass consciousness. The cries and marches for peace, power and freedom that marked recent decades, present a backdrop for today's human conditions of st... The Significance Of A Person By : I was speaking to an acquaintance recently who shrugged off the topic of motivation and self-empowerment as "just fluff". He suggested that the fancy words of my business were just hype that is good for the moment in "juicing" someone up, but in the long run there is no substance to it all and a person could do better without it because in the end it is what a person accomplishes in life that matters. I hold that ideas are essential and that the worth of a human does not depe... Instant Gratification is Your Friend! By : Vicky White Instant gratification has a bad rap! Here are 7 tips for using your clutter for instant gratification and experiencing an energy rush that will change your life! Causes Of Social Anxiety By : Social anxiety or social phobia has many varied causes, including biological, psychological and social. However, each one may be intertwined so it is hard to specify exacting ones. Though it is not yet known if social anxiety is caused by a genetic disposition or something learned through family social conditioning, it does appear that it can run in the family. The first group of causes include environmental and social. It is believed by some social phobia experts that it ... The Power Of Persistence By : "Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all." --Dale Carnegie When there's no hope at all, most people think 'this is the end. . . after all, no hope means there’s no possible way to win’. For me, and my fellow persuaders, this signals a challenge, an opportunity, a call to action. I believe there is always hope. Many years ago I had a cat who was the very embodiment of persis... Your Face: You Be The Judge By : This story was told to me. A woman in her thirties went to a cosmetics demonstration party. The Mary Kaye representative showed the small group all the newest products in their line. Some of the women ordered products and some were not sure. She gave everyone a small catalogue to look at. It listed all the products they sell. She also offered to go to any one's home and give them a free facial. That would allow them to try the face cream without purchasing it. She told the gr... It's All About Balance By : Marlene Rattigan Are you feeling frazzled, overworked and unappreciated? This article tells you how to get some balance into your life by valuing you. Stop Procrastinating Through Personal Development Power By : Would you like to know how to eliminate procrastination once and for all? Would you like to be able to achieve your goals by following through on your plans? Would you like to know an easy method for achieving this? Then, read on! A Quest for Understanding and Connection - Part 3 By : Jan Engels Smith This is the final in a 3-part series excerpting my own story of my spiritual journey and how it has changed how I view my self and what I bring into my life. Who Am I If I Let Go Of My Pain? By : Mashubi Rochell We are so much more than we know. The divine eternal spark of love, light and hope lives within us. This is true for all souls and all of us who are embodied here on the Earth, and yet so often life our daily life feels so far from this. There are some difficult or traumatic events that shape us profoundly to the very core of our being. Some are personal or family events and some are larger global events that affect us deeply. When pain enters our life, there are coping... How Your Daily Life Can Change The World By : Mashubi Rochell Today's world is reaching a crisis point, and while many of our social structures are still intact for this moment, there will come a time when major changes will need to occur in the way we are living our lives on a day to day basis. This bold statement is shared not to create alarm and fear, but rather to awaken a sense of responsibility within all of us. This awakening has already begun, and most people are now aware that our current way of life is causing harm to the prec... A Quest for Understanding and Connection - Part 1 By : Jan Engels Smith This is the first in a series of articles from my book, Becoming Yourself: The Journey from Head to Heart. This series tells my story of traveling my own spiritual path. Are you distracted? By : Melisa Milonas Do you feel like you keep getting distracted from what you want to do and achieve? I find that many people who are not following their dreams and life purpose are distracted. They get caught up in other things that don't fulfill them. This happens because they do feel confident enough in themselves to go after their dream or goals. Realizing Your Dreams By : Jan Engels Smith Many people think that they understand the concepts behind manifestation and then become frustrated because their life isn't changing in the way they would like it to. This article shows a simple method of matching your beliefs with your desires to manifest your dreams. Worry No More! By : Helene Rothschild Do you find yourself worrying about the past, present, or future? Do your concerns keep you up at night and even affect your health? Would you like to learn ways to prevent and "cure" this common stressful feeling? Who do you love to hate? By : Vicky White Who do you love to hate? Is there a business, corporation or person you'd like to experience something different with? Are you willing to experiment with dropping your resistance? Are you willing to open yourself to a different outcome? Despite all the proof you've been collecting that justifies your position? The Persuasive Power Of Supporting Evidence By : I got a call from an acquaintance a while back. He said, 'Do you remember the conversation we had about Africa? Well, I checked my e-mail and found, unbelievably, that I won an international lottery which originated in Africa. I'm just convinced that everything happens for a reason, aren't you?' Before I responded, I thought about this a moment. 'You know, maybe you're right. Everything does happen for a reason. It's a very fortuitous thing that you called me today to tell... Where Are You Today? Where Will You Be Tomorrow? By : Michael A. Verdicchio I heard a statement over thirty years ago that really shocked me, confronted me, and helped me to start thinking logically about my life. Your belief system is what you believe. It is what you accept as right or true. And, most importantly, it is what you will attract into your life. Four Great Books On The Theme Of Creative Living By : Mary McNeil If you want to live the creative life and are looking for inspiration as well as practical advice, here are four excellent books to check out. How To Create A Sacred Space By : Do you sometimes wish you could just quit your job, and take off for a week (or more), and just get away. Pressures from finances and relationships can wreak havoc on your hearts and minds. And because of obligations and responsibilities there is often little time (or money) to do anything about it. So, why not create your own sacred space in your own home? There are many things you can do to turn an ordinary space in to a sanctuary. If you do not live alone, pick a room o... Organizing Your Work load OR The Other Side, Stress By : Maria Pesin The whys and hows on being organized at your job! The Woman In The Mirror - My Personal Story By : How many times have you looked in the mirror and seen something you don’t like? It happens to the best of us, we get caught up in what we ‘should’ look like. Thighs are too big, hair is too straight, too many freckles, breasts are too small… the list could go on, and for many of us it does. The question is, are you loving who you are and keen to further improve yourself, or are you getting caught in the old “I’ll be happy when…”? “I’ll be happy when I weigh only X kg”, “I’ll ... The Power of Thankfulness By : Brenda Shoshanna There is one sure fire medicine which cures all pain and opens the way for your greatest good. It is readily available, has no side effects and the more you take it, the sweeter it is. This is the power of thankfulness. This article shows how thankfulness is more than a feeling, but a daily practice an way of life. When undertaken much sorrow, fear and loneliness evaporates. It is based upon Naikan Therapy, which is described. Are You Ready to Meet Your Next Teacher? By : I hear from so many of my clients that they read piles of books and attend one seminar after another by leading experts in success and personal growth, but they don't see any improvement in their lives. They are still struggling, and don't understand why. Being nice is over rated By : Melisa Milonas There is a common pattern I see many women have which is a need to be nice. Women who are nice all the time and don't ever say anything that may offend someone and always say the nice right thing. Why We Struggle...And How Not To. By : Tony Rush What you want also wants you. But, without understanding the concept of "Be-ing", you can go a lifetime wondering what's missing. Law Of Attraction: Your Subconscious Mind, The Matchmaker By : The best way to seek a soul mate, or a life partner, is to use the law of attraction. The best way to seek your ideal mate is not through your conscious mind, a friend, a professional matchmaker or a computer, but your own subconscious mind. Your subconscious is already aware of your character traits, and the manifestation will take into account who best fits your character, because nobody knows you best than your own subconscious. To begin looking for the perfect life par... We Create Our Own Reality By : It’s really no secret that we create our own reality with out thoughts. Everything that we are or have is with us because we’ve wanted it. Whether it’s conscious or not, we bring things, people, and experiences to our lives with our way of thinking. Much like the verses in the bible that say “ask and ye shall receive”, our life follows the same message: ask, believe and receive. As with anything that we try to do, we must clear our mind. We all need to find a place ... Procrastination: Don't put off reading this. By : Winsome Coutts Do you have a "To Do" list? Do you constantly have trouble completing your "To Do" list? Here are some of the BEST hints I've ever heard about how to tackle something that seems to be innate in most humans ' Procrastination! Motivational Wisdom From A Chef Rat - Part II By : Welcome to Part II of "Motivational Wisdom from a Chef Rat" where Disney movie Ratatouille's star and uber management guru, Remy the Rat, shares his motivational wisdom and inspirational insights: > BE REAL - BE YOURSELF When Anton Ego, France's most notorious food critic who can make or break a restaurant with a single review, makes his appearance at Gusteau's, Remy's culinary talents are finally put to the test. But instead of preparing a fancy delicacy worthy of G... Near Life Experience By : “Every difficulty in life presents us with an opportunity to turn inward and to invoke our own submerged inner resources. The trials we endure can and should introduce us to our strengths.” - Epictetus, Greek Stoic philosopher (55 AD – 135 AD) World renowned peak performance trainer, Jack Canfield, was once asked in an interview which book most influenced his life. He replied that Dr. Raymond Moody’s book, Life After Life, made a tremendous impact in his life as an author ... Developing Your Inner Spiritual Guidance By : As the world becomes more connected through the technologies of communication, it is also becoming easier to become disconnected from our own selves. The necessary quiet time that develops our natural, inborn connection with intuition and spiritual guidance is no longer easily found in our daily lives, and this can cause feelings of overwhelm, meaninglessness, and an inner sense of disharmony and emptiness. In today's world as we face unprecedented challenges both individu... Ten Top Organising Tips For Dyslexics By : Over the years I have had to find alternate ways of doing certain everyday tasks, so I developed various ways to cope with my Dyslexia, methods that have also helped thousands of others. Now I would like to share them with you. 1)Highlighting Numbers and Words I still use the method my parents had devised for me as a child for seeing numbers - colours! I use different highlighter pens for different items. Everything from everyday lists to spreadsheets can be prepared th... How To Stick Up For Yourself? By : Do you have trouble sticking up for yourself? Do you feel pushed around or walked over? Do you find it difficult to say no to others. Do you do things which you did not want to do? Here are a few things you can practice to make things better. Sometimes it is tough to let go of a relationship, but you should keep only relationships that are on equal ground and give up the rest. Do you call your friend or go see them, but they never call you? Are you always there for them, b...
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