From the monthly archives:

September 2009

Why Bad Things Happen to Good People and Vice Versa – A Law of Attraction Perspective

September 30, 2009

It is comforting to hold onto the ideals that we learned as children: good triumphs over evil, wonderful things come to good people, bad people will be penalized, everything works out for those who make the right choices, etc.  But is any of this true?  I mean—it happens; but not always.  So, what are we [...]

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How to De-Clutter In Half the Time: A Busy Person’s Clean Up Guide

September 26, 2009

Let me start this post by saying that I do NOT believe everyone needs to de-clutter.  Some people are so content with their “junk” that they feel lost in an extremely clean or organized space.  If that is you—enjoy the mess and don’t bother reading this article. I don’t suggest trying to organize your life [...]

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20 Things That Raise My Love and Happiness Gauge

September 23, 2009

For me, self improvement is not just about changing the things, people, or circumstances in my life.  It is about learning the art of real happiness; which can be felt at any moment, under any circumstances.  Do you know how to raise your level of love and happiness? Are you consciously aware of the [...]

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16 Self Improvement Quotes from Ernest Holmes

September 21, 2009

The inspiring, spiritual self improvement quotes below are from one of the most influential teachers of New Age spirituality.  Ernest Holmes, founder of the Religious Science movement, is best known for his book “The Science of Mind.”
This book helps readers to be effective at praying, meditation, healing, and mastering the powers of the mind to [...]

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Snapping Out of the Bad Mood Blues

September 18, 2009

Why It Seems Easier to Keep Feeling Bad… and How to Shake It Off
You may have noticed that when you feel bad, it’s much easier to wallow in the way you feel than it is to snap out of it.  In fact, things that you normally enjoy may annoy you when you’re in a bad [...]

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The Blame Game: Self Improvement Through Personal Accountability

September 15, 2009

Stop Blaming Others and Accept Responsibility For Your Life
I don’t know one person, including myself, who isn’t guilty of playing the blame game.  It’s one of those things that we learn as little children.  You spilled mom’s soda all over the new carpet, so what do you do?  The easiest way out is a big [...]

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Excuses, Excuses, Excuses: Do They Have Any Merit?

September 14, 2009

Are there dreams that you have, which have yet to be accomplished? Are you convinced that success is unlikely for people like you?  If you’ve given up hope, it’s time to rethink that silly decision.  The only way to fail is to give up, so how do you rationalize your choice to abandon your dreams?  [...]

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The Aging Experience… My Personal Experience With Getting Older

September 11, 2009

As if it happened yesterday, I remember the frustration that I felt about being younger than my classmates.  My independent, head-strong, rebellious, Capricornian nature led me to hate everything about being a child.  And my mom just had to make it worse by starting me in school a year early.  However, I came to terms [...]

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A Lesson in Friendship: How to Recognize (and Become) a True Friend

September 8, 2009

Though it is completely intangible, friendship is one of life’s most valuable treasures.   It’s something that we all desire and it may even be something that we need.  Most people claim to give it and expect to receive it. But like all of the best things, true friendship can be hard to come by.
To find [...]

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4 Self Improvement Ideas to Attract Your Soul Mate

September 7, 2009

If your quest for love is lasting longer than expected, you may be feeling a bit discouraged.  Well, stop!    These four simple self improvement ideas will put you on the road that leads straight to your soul mate’s arms.
Date Yourself
The first thing you should do is ask yourself a series of questions, beginning [...]

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