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How To End Pain And Find Happiness, Part 1 By : David Samuel Why must we feel pain and suffering? That is a very good question and the answer is found in being able to see its usefulness. This article will show the reason that pain and suffering exists and how to end it by understanding its purpose. Do You Love What You Do? Passion Blockers to Watch Out For! By : Strategycoach Protecting the things that drive your passion are under assault constantly. Recognize what can derail you and take away what you love about what you do. Happiness Is Found When Selfishness Turns To Sincere Giving By : David Samuel You cannot ‘do’ anything. Everything just happens and you react by instinct or by one of the minds of the ego part of your being. Rarely if ever do you act out of the wisdom mind of your ‘Essence’ or ‘Being’. We call this being governed by the Law of Accident. As long as you remain ignorant of the facts of what parts of you are making the decisions in your life, you are a prisoner to your human animal nature Three of the Biggest Blocks to Manifestation Fulfillment By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author There are three main (typical) ways you block manifestation. Learn what they are so you learn what to do about them. Maybe It Is All in Your Mind By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Where do you experience most of your life? Is the majority of activity outside of you or inside your mind? Five Tips On How To Be Happy With Yourself By : Dr Robert Henry Schwenk Need assistance discovering ways to make your life happier? Here are 5 ways to help you feel good about you. How Do You Clear Your Inner Space? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Wouldn’t it be great to be able to point at and click a Delete button at what clutters your inner space? Our days would be so different if we could. Persistence: Playing a Poor Hand Well By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Are you allowing the hand you were dealt to determine what you do in life, or are you willing to make the best of a poor hand? Are You Engaged in Effort or Struggle? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author When you feel disempowered, you engage in struggle. What’s the way back to personal strength and power when this happens? Everything Has a Reason and a Season By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Trees don’t try to keep their leaves when autumn arrives, nor do they resist new growth in the spring. But, that’s how we sometimes approach our lives. Are you Inspiring or Gloomy? By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Do you inspire others with your caring energy, or do you bring others down with your misery? Does Trying to Be Positive Ever Annoy You? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Trying to be positive when that’s not how you feel is kind of like being hungry with a plate of food in front of you, but allowing yourself only a few or no bites. And then there’s the guilt, right? Do You Practice This Mega Energy Zapper? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author You may use some of the usual ways to increase energy like rest, diet, supplements, etc., but finding a way to remove or shift this energy zapper will make a huge difference in every area of your life. It’s so commonly practiced that we hardly see it for what it is. Number Your Days and Name Your Blessings By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Do your days feel ordinary? Do you feel there are too few blessings in your life? Maybe you’d like to shift this. Paradigm Shift Makes All the Difference By : Tara L How paradigm shift can change your life. Non-Skier Embraces Winter By : Jennifer Culver How a non-skier living in central Wisconsin positively embraces winter in the outdoors. Winters are long, dark and cold. But our attitude about winter doesn't have to follow suit. Do You Know Where Your Manifestation and Energy Leaks Are? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author You put real effort into improving areas of your life; yet, desired improvements don’t happen as quickly as you’d like or not at all. Could it be that there are one or more leaks you aren’t aware of? The Problem With Setting Goals By : Susan Leigh Goals are good for us. They encourage us to try harder, reach out of our comfort zones. But they can bring their own problems too. Let's look at four areas to consider when we set ourselves goals. Blaming Others Can Ruin Your Health By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Do you know that blaming others hurts you more than it hurts the ones you are blaming? Discover how to release blame. The Best Affirmations for Women By : Susan Leigh The way we talk to ourselves is an important factor in our attitude, health and well-being. Women are often busy giving themselves a hard time, trying to cram everything into too little time. Let's look at some positive ways in which women can give themselves tools to feel better about themselves. The Power of Detachment By : Tara L How being detached can help you achieve your goals. Are you Reactive or Pro-active By : CoachManny Are you making things happen or are you watching things happen? Are you taking control of your life or are you watching it go right by you? Belief, Faith, Knowing: What’s the Difference? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Others and I have used the words belief, faith, and knowing interchangeably, but I’ve realized there’s a difference. It’s important to use the right word to arrive at the desired state of mind. Laugh At Yourself, Laugh At Life By : Randi G. Fine A funny story about self image, weight gain and integrity. Humor may present itself in the oddest ways. We have to learn to laugh at ourselves, no matter how insulted we are, and we have to learn to laugh at life. OPPORTUNITIES A Jewel Disguised as a Problem By : Kelly Whetstone If you think about it, every so called problem can be handled in a reactive or a creative way. A problem can either spark the fire of fear or creativity. We can shut it down by resisting it and hoping it will go away, which it won’t or we can go about solving it the way we have always solved problems, which is limited and typically causes more problems. Both are reactions to the problem and both come from fear. OPPORTUNITIES- In The Every Day Things That We Do By : Kelly Whetstone As difficult as some of those times were they are worth their weight in gold because they were opportunities to look at my life, to pull in, and figure out who I was and what I really wanted. They were opportunities to stretch, and be uncomfortable and wait to see what new adventure would arise out of the discomfort. One of the biggest lessons was to realize that “this too shall pass” and at the center of my being is my truth and my power. Success means doing something By : CoachManny When you look at what people accomplish. We all like to say, “wow, I would like to be where you are”. But are you willing to do what I did to get there? Success means doing something. Action creates success. Here are some simple tips The Upside Down Kingdom By : Pastor Kimberly Lemler There is a spiritual principle, or spiritual “law” at work in the lives of all people. What this mother was doing, even though she may have sounded a bit crazy at the time, was “calling those things that are not as though they were”. Despite the circumstances that were staring her square in the face, she was not walking by sight -- she was walking by faith and calling forth those things that were God’s and that she desired to see. Why Do We Seek Approval? By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. If you are addicted to seeking others' approval, this article is for you! The Simplicity of Life By : David Samuel Searching for the meaning of life, ultimate reality? Thinking of going into a monastery because life is too tough? What do you think the right path to truth may be? There must be some special, mystical, hidden secret teaching or school out there that will bring you to liberation of the suffering and confusion of life, right? Do you have Attitude? By : CoachManny The right attitude can move mountains. The right attitude can get you great possessions. The right attitude can help you earn great sums of money The right attitude can help you get almost anything in the world you desire. If your attitude is on target – nothing in life can ever stop you. If You Aren't Having Fun It's Your Own Dang Fault By : RoseannaLeaton Life can be easy and life can be hard. The thing most likely to predict which of these outcomes that you experience is the way in which you think. If You Have Nothing To Lose Then You Will Try Anything By : RoseannaLeaton Loss can open up many doors of opportunity. When you feel that you have nothing left to lose you will find yourself more open to try new things that were until that moment not considered to be a viable option. Look out for your Angels By : Tara L Help will be sent to assist us throughout our lifetime and how to recognize them. Let It Go! By : JenniferMaggio How many times have you uttered the words, "How dare she!"? How often do you find yourself completely flabbergasted by the nerve of some people? Do you find yourself offended frequently? Allow author/speaker Jennifer Maggio to offer some insight on why it is time to simply "Let it go!" and find freedom from your offense. A Short Cut to Mind Training By : RoseannaLeaton The way in which we think paves the way to our reality and ultimately to our successes or failures in life. Therefore it is vitally important to train our minds to achieve the outcomes that we would prefer. Shutting Down: 3 Fun Ways To Flip The Switch By : Kristi Bernard Expert in Tips For Mom Working moms need to always remember to take time out for themselves after a busy week of work and taking care of the kids. If you don't shut your brain off and relax, you won't be in any condition to take care of the kids properly. Try these 3 fun ways to help you get the timeout you need after a long week. Do You Attract Success? By : Gerri D Smith What limits do you put on your thoughts? How much power and emotion do you put into your thinking? Does it lead you to achieve your dreams? The opportunity that comes from creating clear thoughts leads you to the necessary action required to accomplish your goals. Do your thoughts and actions attract success? What Does It Take to Be Happy ? By : Susan Leigh Many people say that their goal in life is to be happy. The truth is, happiness often occurs when we are not thinking about it. It catches us unawares when we are busy, preoccupied with the various activities in our life. Let's consider what it takes to be happy. Empower Yourself by Healing Emotions By : Jana Groscost Matthews Emotions are an important part of our human existence. Empower yourself by learning how to release your undesirable emotions instead of allowing them to subconsciously control you. Getting What You Want By : Penny Haider There's no reason why you can't get what you want in life. It's not necessarily easy but if you stick with your goals for the long haul, you have a great chance of success. Design Your Motivational Plan with Music By : Jennifer Culver Music is powerful. It heals, it empowers, it loves, and it creates. Design your motivational musical plan to stimulate your mind and relax your body. Positive Thinking Is A Choice… By : Anthony, Sr. There are many things that can and will happen to you throughout the course of each and every day. Some of these events may not present the best atmosphere of joy, but you have a choice to see things a certain way. Just image a day when nothing gets to you regardless of whatever it might be. This can be a reality sooner than you think. The Living Truth! By : Gina Vitalone Holistic Life Coach The Living Truth shines light on the reality that we are all different people, but on the same journey of learning. The Living Truth is what we all must identify with in order to progress in our consciousness and live the most authentic existence possible for us, without constant distraction and missed turns. Examining your own personal truth will give you insight into who you truly are allowing you to better discern what emotional and spiritual paths to choose as you progress on your learning journey through this lifetime. Positive Thinking Techniques: Unleash The Power Of Positive Thinking In 3 Easy Steps By : Michael Lee Using positive thinking techniques will greatly improve the way you handle situations, the way you interact with other people and the way you live every single day of your existence. Sometimes, all it takes is one positive thought to turn things around. Find Time to Reclaim Your Energy and Joy: Silence Your Self Criticism and Start to Soar! By : Paula Eder, The Time Finder Expert Finding time to live each moment to its fullest is right at the core of heart-based time management. How wonderfully full of possibilities life looks, feels, and actually is when we are present and open, and have full access to our energy, heart, intelligence, and creativity! But what about when your inner critic depletes your energy and undermines your confidence? You don't need to let that stop you in your tracks. Read on and find time to turn that around for yourself! Why We Read Our Daily Horoscopes By : RoseannaLeaton What would you like to know? Perhaps you are concerned about when you might meet your soul mate, or how your new business venture is going. It's tempting to look to the stars for reassurance and hope. I Think I Can – I Think I Can By : CoachManny Remember the story of the Little Red Engine that could? You know, the story you told and/or read to your children. The lesson you tried so hard to teach them. You can do it. You can do anything you want. You can become anything you set your heart on. Go out and don't let anything stop you. Go out and set the example for the rest to follow. Go out and be the leader. That is what you told your child, isn't it? Your Attitude Determines Your Golf Game By : RoseannaLeaton Darren Clarke had a smile on his face almost all of the time of the British Open 2011. He was in a good place. His attitude and emotional comfort paved his way to victory at Royal St Georges. Life is Beautiful - A True and Simple Story By : Mairéad Whyte Life is beautiful. Often times, it has come to my attention how small events can remind us how life works in our favour when we allow it to, when we let go, when we go with the flow, going with the current opposed to struggling against a flow. This is a true story; a very simple one; extraordinary in its simplicity. In its essence, it is a stamp in my heart how easy life is despite the perceived hiccups. Life does conspire to assist us in all manners when we are open to it. Learn From the Masters of Wealth – How to Manifest Riches in Your Life By : Rebecca Bennett When I ask people what they want to manifest with the law of attraction, the most common answer I get is: wealth. Of course there are many who want to manifest love, romance, a better job, fame, or a new house or car. These are all worthy goals. But the fact that wealth always remains at the top of the list is a testament to me that we need to know how to manifest riches in our own lives. It's supremely important that we understand how to do so. Bad Traits to Avoid If You Wish to Achieve Your Goals By : Creating Your Velocity Although a limited belief system is often why individuals succeed or fail, it often is manifested through bad traits. The problems is a lot of people stay unsuccessful or have alternating experiences with success and failure, simply because they do not know that they have many bad traits. Bad traits pertain to habits and personal characteristics that ultimately lead to failure. Some of the things you've been so used to doing for several years may be the main reason why you have struggled. A Prince On The Garbage Dump By : David Samuel In many mystical teachings there is a common thought which, if you think about, may help you get a better grip on your life. Here are a few different lines, read each one on its own, and then see how they all come together like pieces of a jigsaw: If You Are Finding Your Life Boring Then Do Something About It By : RoseannaLeaton What is boring to one person can be highly exciting to another. If life is boring then it's up to you to take a few risks and make a few changes. Beams and Specks By : MD Sun Mind your own business? I don't think so. Sometimes it pays to mind other people's business too. Never Give Up! By : Pastor Kimberly Lemler It’s not too late for you! Put the word of God in front of your eyes and in your mouth and fight! God says, “I set before you life or death…choose life!” You have a choice to use the tools that He gave us in order to see your victory. It is not God’s will, no matter what anyone tells you, for you to be sick and die early. That is not His plan for any of His children. Don’t believe the lies out there that if you haven’t been healed by now, it will never happen... Suffering, The Cause Of Suffering, And The End Of Suffering By : David Samuel Buddha said that life is suffering and that the cause of suffering is desire. That is a very clear and obvious truth. If I desire something, that means I do not have it, and if I want or need something that I do not have, that craving for it does imply suffering to some degree. 9 Simple Tips for Improving Your Self-esteem By : Author T. L. Herrin These helpful tips for improving your self-esteem can be easily applied in areas of daily living, allowing you to practice good habits while building a positive image about yourself. Good self-esteem is an important aspect in setting goals and creating a positive outlook on future endeavors. The Power Of Your Mental Focus To Create Happiness and Success By : Dr. William DeFoore What you pay attention to grows! Your mental focus is one of the most powerful tools you possess, and when you learn to use it consciously and wisely, you will achieve what you most desire. The default program running in your brain carries your focus to the most pressing task and the most anxiety provoking problem. Relieve the stress caused by this problem focus when you learn to shift your focus to what is good, right and working in your life. Activate your inner genius and joy! "I Feel Trapped" By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Do you feel trapped by numerous situations in your life and find yourself going into resistance? Discover a way out of procrastination and resistance. Does Goodness Always Prevail? By : Randi G. Fine No one gets away with misdeeds and wrongdoings. Though it may seem that way, our ultimate judgement comes from God, A Supreme Being, or the Universe, whatever our belief. Things are not always the way they appear; an exemplary life will ultimately be rewarded. Forgiveness Means Letting Go of the Past By : Randi G. Fine Forgiveness is all about our peace of mind. It doesn’t justify the wrongdoing, it releases us from the grip that hinders our well-being. The Easiest Way to Deal With Stress - Avoid It ! By : Susan Leigh Stress is an increasing problem in modern life. We can choose to react to it, or we can choose to manage our time, our attitude and our life in a more positive way so that we avoid it as much as possible. Are You Being Ripped Off By Your Own Mind? By : RoseannaLeaton We do not like to pay too much for things. We like to pay a fair price. But sometimes we pay far more for things than their monetary value. 15 Inspirational Beliefs for Living Today and Beyond By : Gerri D Smith You can create your own future by focusing your thoughts on what you wish to accomplish. Know that you are responsible for everything that happens in your life - both good and bad. Here are 15 secrets for living through these painful economic times. Mindset and Belief System By : Creating Your Velocity Within every moment of everyday, your actions and behaviors create results, whether you can physically see those results or not, they are happening. It is from those results that either reconfirm your belief system or you allow those results to create a new belief. If you're looking to get different results than what you're getting, just know you must change your belief by taking action. Life Is Not Supposed to Be All About Problems By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Do you wake every day, move through your day, and go to bed with problems on your mind? Maybe you’d like to do something about that right now. Attitude By : CoachManny Tomorrow when you get up, get up and be ready for the world. Stop holding back. You can do anything if you believe it, it is a plain and simple fact. If you get up believing you can't, you can't. The Secret - Think Positive By : Mairéad Whyte Have you ever dreamed of doing something new with your life but kept thinking that you didn't have what it takes? Have you ever heard yourself say that you have lost your motivation after a set-back? The massive impacts from thinking positive have been commercialised throughout the world through international best-sellers; In addition, all over the planet, the most successful business people say that fundamental key to their success is a heightened, connected and extremely positive one. "No One Appreciates Me" By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Do you frequently feel that you do so much for others, yet end up feeling unappreciated by others? How To Stop Putting off The Inevitable By : RoseannaLeaton Procrastination predetermines failure and so we all have a vested interest in finding ways to overcome it. Hypnosis can be a great help in both identifying why you procrastinate and finding ways to motivate yourself to stop procrastinating. Security Does Not Exist in Nature By : Lone Worker All over the world stories are told about the common mans battle with adversity. Have you ever wondered why it is we love to hear these stores of how people battle with illness, predjudice, poverty to make good. Is Trying to Be Positive Making You Negative? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Do you ever feel trying to be positive is more like one step forward and two or more steps back? There is a good reason you feel this way. "I Can't Do It" By : Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Does your internal dialogue of "I can't" and your fear of failure stop you from doing what you really want to do? How To Deal With Any Disappointment In 3 Easy Steps By : Natalie Ekberg Did you know that one of the most important things in terms of building and creating your motivation and self-confidence is the way you deal with any disappointment that comes your way? It seems obvious, but perhaps you never looked at it from this perspective. There are people who take any disappointment in their stride; observe what happened, explore the lesson that needs to be learned and then… simply move onto the next exciting adventure. Then there are those who draw a thick line after any The Vital Importance of Imagination By : RoseannaLeaton Your imagination is a free and elegant resource which may either stay latent or be powerfully and intentionally developed. Discover how you can set your imagination free. Your imagination can be used to magnetize whatever you wish for into your reality. “Jazz Up” Your Voice: 1-minute Quick Tips to Sounding Dynamic By : Brenda C. Smith An energetic body and a positive outlook are partners in achieving a dynamic sounding voice. With a few quick tips to apply for about a minute each day you can not only sound alive and energetic, but you will also feel it. Positive Attitude - Connect to the Joyful Light Within By : Sheryl Schlameuss Berger We all experience that positive versus negative ebb and flow in our lives. Remember that you can always reconnect to your optimistic inner light to wash away the dark periods and emotions that sometimes overwhelm you. It's OK To Have Doubts By : RoseannaLeaton It's all right to have doubts so long as they don't get in your way and stop you from doing the things which matter in life. It's not healthy to be totally doubt-free but neither is it healthy to always be a "Doubting Thomas". Doubts can be your friends or your enemies depending upon how you treat them. How to Deal With Negative Changes By : Cindy Hartman Everyone experiences changes throughout their lifetime. These changes can be negative, ranging from a job loss or promotion, where you live, your financial situation, the people you associate with and more. If you choose to view it as a negative event, it will be. How to Create Your Own Personal Manifestation Manifesto By : Spark the Heart A manifesto is a mission statement, a proclamation, an announcement. For me, it is also a declaration of what I want to manifest, or bring into reality. A manifesto is written in present tense, as if you are already being, doing having what you are proclaiming. Finding the other Side of Envy By : Spark the Heart "When we compare ourselves to others, we will always feel better than or less than our true selves." That said, it's also important to surround ourselves with people who challenge us to run faster, think bigger, walk longer. But not because THEY do, but because that is what we want and need for ourselves. Tips on a Fearless Life! By : Ellen Suazo Are you feeling overwhelm and fear is taking over your peace of mind? if so read on and find out simple yet effective strategies to finally leave your life to your full potential! Finding Your Soft Edge - It's Time For An Adventure By : Spark the Heart In yoga, students are encouraged to find their soft edge--to stretch deep enough where you feel the stretch but do not feel pain. It is at this edge where the muscles release and then you can breathe in and stretch just a little bit further. This week I invite you to go on an ADVENTURE DAY. Choose something that challenges you, that takes you to your own soft edge. What to Do When Nothing Is Working By : Spark the Heart It happens to all of us. We get a great idea. We're motivated. We take the first step toward what we want and we're cruising. We feel excited. Rejuvenated. Like this thing could really happen! And then something doesn't turn out the way we had hoped or expected. And we land in a pile of doubt. Mistakes Happen -- Then What? By : Spark the Heart Because, instead of scheduling it to be sent at 4 pm, after the webinar, it went out at 4 am. It was a simple mistake. With minimal consequences. Sure, a few people were confused, but they emailed me and I explained everything. Exploring The Passionate Heart By : Spark the Heart On the surface, Valentine's Day is all about hearts and flowers, chocolates and stuffed animals. But if we look deeper, the real heart of Valentine's Day is about love. When we look inward, into our own hearts, love becomes an opportunity for self-awareness, self-care, self-inquiry. How To Take An Instant Vacation By : Spark the Heart Vacations are fun. Adventure-filled. They help us relax and release. Being in a different place, away from the day in-day out activities of our lives often gives us new perspectives and a renewed sense of ourselves. the best motivational video...ever By : NuLifeTraining4U beliefs, perceptions, behavior http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOlTdkYXuzE What have I got to be grateful for? By : Lone Worker In our busy lives and a demanding world it is easy to slip into negative ways of thinking and behaving. How quickly we can find ourselves focussing upon the deal that didn't close or the thanks we didn't receive from someone. It is in these times that we should remind ourselves of the often used phrase of "count your blessings one by one". I would like to add....that means daily. What Else Can Your Negativity Cost You? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author You are aware of some costs to you from being negative—too aware, likely. But there’s a new way it might cost you, and it’s not on the horizon, it’s happening now. Dare to be Rubbish when starting anything new! By : Mairéad Whyte Imagine the internal freedom you could have if you allowed yourself the permission to dare yourself to be rubbish when you started out doing something new. Keep imagining! Which Wolf Are You Feeding? By : Coach Carolyn, Life Transitions Expert The wolf you feed is the one that guides and rules your life. Which wolf are you feeding? Do You Laugh At and Learn From Life’s Challenges? By : Dawn McIntyre Life is full of surprises. During the ups and downs of a national rocky economy, various family changes, opinionated office coworkers, unhealthy consumerism, and high expectations, how do you cope? What Are Your Goals ? By : Susan Leigh Goals can add energy and enthusiasm into our lives. They can provide the purpose and motivation to achieve special things and improve our quality of life. But good goals are often a mixture of several factors. Is Your Mental House Divided? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author You know so much about Law of Attraction, you could teach something about it to others. But, living it in faith consistently? That’s another matter. Avoiding Negative People on the Road to Success By : Cindy Hartman While you travel on the often long, bumpy road to success, you will meet many people along the way. Some will be quite positive, while others will provide an enormous amount of negativity that will serve as speed bumps if you let them. The key to this is ... if you let them. Tracking Your Progress Towards Your Goals By : freeurlifenow If you don't know where you are going, how will you know when you get there? Does Your Subconscious Insist That You Resist? By : Joyce Shafer, You Are More! Empowerment Coach and Author Resistance is an automatic reaction to undesirables in your life. Resistance may seem natural, even right, but some instances of resistance cost you big-time. Is Your Success Maker Delaying Your Blessing? By : Anthony, Sr. Success Maker – I want it all, right now and what is the hold up? Sometimes we do ourselves a disservice when we get frustrated when something we want takes too long in its arrival. You must understand that holding on too tightly to anything you want can significantly slow down the arrival. Your desire and the disappointment in its delay can hold up your delivery date if you aren’t careful.
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