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Inspiration & Motivation

How to Feel Great and Keep a Smile on Your Face

July 18, 2010

Today, as on most days, my answer to the standard greeting, “Hi, how are you?” was my truth: “I’m great. How are you?” Spoken with positive enthusiasm and a warm smile, I meant it. I still mean it.
It is not just some auto response. I say that I’m great because, no matter what is happening [...]

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Life’s Struggles: Who Would You be Without Them?

June 10, 2010

As I looked over my life, appreciating the person I am and the gifts that I have, something occurred to me. I don’t give full credit where credit is due. Yes, I give thanks for the pleasurable, comforting and rewarding experiences of my life. But I forget that I owe much of my thanks to [...]

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Why Living a Passionate Life is the Daddy of Self Improvement Ideas

May 20, 2010

Ask yourself this question: What is the overall tone of my life? If you’re living a passionate life, your answer is likely a joyous, long-winded rambling filled with excited anticipation for the present moment.
In a list of 7 Fundamental Truths about Personal Development, Jonathan Wells, touches on the subject of passionate living by encouraging us [...]

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What Everyone Ought to Know About Gratitude and Appreciation

April 14, 2010

“No matter what you get, you always want more.” Irritated by my seeming lack of gratitude, I remember my mother uttering those words countless times. I didn’t pay her any more attention than my daughter pays to me when I say the very same words to her. But isn’t it true of us all. We [...]

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How to Take Your Power Back and Kiss the Victim Mentality Goodbye

April 8, 2010

I’m on a roll with self empowerment, my friends. I recently hit a little stumbling block, but I am in no way complaining. I’m unbelievably elated because life’s little detour reminded me of my personal power, creativity and strength. Funny how we forget some of our greatest qualities when we’re not faced with reasons to [...]

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How to Change Your Life and Become a Better Version of You

April 5, 2010

When was the last time you attempted to make a change in your life? Along those same lines, when was the last time you demanded a change from your spouse, friend, lover or child? And how long did it take for you to realize what we all come to learn at some point in our [...]

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10 Ways to Live in the Now and Reawaken to the Present Moment

March 20, 2010

We’re all born into this world with a firm grip on living in the moment. As infants we have yet to be conditioned to worry about the past, the future, or what others may think of us. No matter the time or place we freely cry aloud, smile, laugh, pass gas, stare at people, and [...]

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3 Simple Positive Thinking Techniques You’ll Love for Tough Times

March 11, 2010

Have you ever been in a situation so negative that positive thinking seemed like a complete joke? Do you ever have difficulty keeping a positive mental attitude? Don’t worry—everyone feels that way sometimes. So, what I’d like to offer here are a few easy positive thinking tips that help me get back on track when [...]

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How to Be Selfish…In a Good Way

February 20, 2010

The Role of Selfishness in Self Improvement
Selfishness. The word has a bad reputation. As it slips off my tongue, I get an image of a small child withholding his favorite toy from a playmate. At first thought, you may also regard selfishness in a negative light. But is it really that bad? Is it possible [...]

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