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Why you should be an underdog

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:16:26 -0600

Tonight is the last night of Hanukkah. It is on this night so very long ago that the Maccabees celebrated the miracle of the oil, after taking back the Temple in ancient Israel from the Greeks, and rededicating it to its former Holy purpose. It w

Sleepless.

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:24:37 -0600

Mainly because I’m really bothered about the two unwelcomed visitors I had this morning. I even tried to lie to them just to make them go away, which I am really feeling so awful about, but instead of taking the hint, they invited themselves in

Shyness Can Be Overcome Through Self Help

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:16:00 -0600

If you are a very shy person, the thought of talking to strangers may make you extremely nervous. There is an instant uneasiness if you think about talking to new people. Extreme amount of shyness can cause social inhibitions which lead to disrupti

How to write a manifesto

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:14:16 -0600

It’s New Year’s resolution time soon. Why stop at a mere one-liner resolution when you can write a manifesto? Some useful references below: Manifesto TV Creative Creativity E.piphanies.com Conjure Crafts

The way he should go

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:08:53 -0600

How do we define parenthood and the way we handle our children’s behaviours? Frankly, I don’t know if there’s a real good formula to this. Some children are just plain “interrupted” because of various reasons, usually bo

5 Principles for Personal Growth

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 05:14:47 -0600

As Christians seeking personal growth, we are called upon to set an example of what is good and pure in this world, so that people of other faiths will notice that there is something unique and different about the followers of Jesus Christ. “Yo

Habits And Success

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:07:33 -0600

You Have The Choice A big reminder over the last couple of weeks about what happens when you let your good habits slip – and how easy it is to fall into the trap of being overwhelmed. This week when I am getting back into the habit of having th

Beginning Today

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:48:19 -0600

Beginning today, I have to free up myself from worries. I have to keep sane all the time. I have to keep my priorities and set aside the nonsense. Nonsense are still good but priority first. So far, I got the answer on my questions already. Wow, why

Bless All Expressions of Financial Abundance

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:09:04 -0600

Practice doesn't make perfect...

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:05:59 -0600

... It makes confident! "I have more self-confidence now. Starting out I was very nervous. My heart would be going very fast. I get a lot of practice in front of the television cameras and I'm more comfortable doing shows now." - Mike Pa

How To Develop Your Personal Self-Improvement Program

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:15:22 -0600

No matter what aspects of your life you desire to improve, you can purchase personal development programs to help you achieve your goals. You can buy programs to help you lose weight, gain confidence, make more money or create a balanced life. Unfort

End Of The Year Realizations

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:00:00 -0600

I know I am not the only one who becomes reflective this time of year. It isn’t the holiday season; it has more to do with the end of the year and thinking back at what I have done and what has happened to me. There are many people who judge themse

“You Need A Reality Check!” – Part 2 – Why Everyone Wants You To Fail

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:32:18 -0600

As promised, here is the follow up to my previous post…the ‘why everyone wants you to fail’ reference is in that post. Recall we had the scenario where life was symbolized by the sea, and we are each in our own little emotional bo

Drive by Blogging

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 03:28:50 -0600

Does negativity and destructive criticism pay off? Do you get more attention (after attempting to conquer stardom through decent cyber mannerism) if your articles are a collection of ironies and “so you think” tasteful jokes? Perez Hilton and fol

Interior Decorating 101

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:31:00 -0600

One of my goals under Personal Growth was to learn about interior decorating. I watch a lot of designs shows, I know what I like and I know what I don't like but I don't know contemporary from country. So, I have decided that now is as good a time as

Responsible Parenting

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 20:51:27 -0600

When someone becomes a parent, it usually starts by being handed a small bundle. The bundle typically weighs around 3kg (6lbs), makes sweet sounds, looks cute and feels nice and warm. That moment feels so great, most parents list it high on their lis

Surviving Holiday Stress — 10 Tips for Enjoying Your Family Reunions this Holiday Season

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:04:04 -0600

How to Get Along Better with Your Family this Holiday Season The holidays are here and for many people this time of year brings quite a bit of anxiety. There is so much to do: shopping, getting the house ready for parties, and the big one, the holi

$100 Workshop Discount Expires Today

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:29:07 -0600

This is your final reminder that the price for the upcoming Conscious Growth Workshop (January 15-17, 2010 in Las Vegas) will increase from $497 to $597 after today (December 15), so you only have about 12 hours left to get the $100 discount. On the

The Secret To Achieving Success In Life Despite Challenges

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 12:24:01 -0600

It is incredible how negative news sell well especially in the media. Nowadays it is easier to infect peoples mind with negative news than with the positive. Many are the times that we do not find anything good to give thanks for. I went to visit a

You Are The Artist of Your Life

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:48:24 -0600

We talk a lot about the concept of "you create your own reality", and for many of us—potentially all of us from time to time—that's a hard concept to even contemplate, let alone accept. And yet it's true. We do create our reality, even though we

Life Is Worth Living Hence Get Your Life Back

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:26:00 -0600

At this time and age and with all this pressure from every corner of our lives be it at school for learners, the work place, at home and social gatherings its hard to be who we really are anymore. We veil our true personalities so as to fit within

Denver Singles Expo in January

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:52:17 -0600

Join me for a special event in Denver on Saturday, January 30th starting at 1pm The Denver Singles Expo is honoring Denver’s Singles with the Largest Star-Studded, Singles Extravaganza ever seen! Dedicated to supporting Denver’s Singl

Create a Personal Manifesto for Personal Growth and Professional Development

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:44:27 -0600

A manifesto is a series of statements clarifying what you stand for in your life as well as what you won’t stand for. Having a personal manifesto helps keep your focus on who you are and your purpose in life. I created my personal manifesto as a c

“You Need A Reality Check!” – Why Everyone Wants You To Fail

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 06:39:49 -0600

This is an excerpt from my upcoming book, Reading Between the Lines, The Hidden Power of Language. To give a bit of background for the excerpt, this chapter is about those situations where you are on a path of intellectual or spiritual growth, and th

Self Help Is Best for Overcoming Shyness

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:38:10 -0600

How to Praise Your Kids (4)

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:29:00 -0600

If you are joining the "how to praise your kids" series today, I encourage you to start reading from first post, How to Praise Your Kids (1). You can see them on the sports filed or in a lesson. They are smart kids, but they need constant reminders o

Wheeeee! We’re Alive! – 98% Stillness?

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:16:34 -0600

What does stillness offer you? This morning, during the Wheeeee! tele-fun conference call, we found how welcome stillness was for us. It’s an unusual experience to be on a telephone call in order to find some stillness and silence in our bu

Thanks from The Schuster Center

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:59:59 -0600

It is at this time of year that we often take time to think on those things for which we are thankful. Our list usually includes family, friends, our home, our careers in dentistry, etc. And it is true that I am thankful for all of those. However I

Start the New Year with a Motivational Mantra

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:25:43 -0600

It can be tough to stick with all your New Year's resolutions. So why not try setting an inspirational mantra for yourself? It will keep you motivated to live a happy and healthy lifestyle all year long.

Halcyon Days

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:46:30 -0600

“Come closer, cried the Sea… Come closer, follow me…. Let me show you what you’ll be… if you’ll only follow me…” From Water Song, by Kapito Amidst the hustle bustle of the Holiday season, whether