Monday 25 February 2013

The Value of Self Confidence to Build Your Dreams

By Hal Neff


In case you are a dreamer, it's imperative to develop a confidence to create your dreams to enable them to grow to be a reality in your life. Creating this confidence requires a lot of work on your part which may not be easy from time to time. In this blogpost, we will talk about a few of the elements and work required so that you can cultivate such a confidence so you can begin to see your dreams become a reality in your life.

For you to build your dreams to start to be a reality, you will first need to work on your own belief system. A belief in anything is usually predicated on information that's chosen to be approved as reality. In case you choose to believe that you cannot achieve an objective by continually giving your mind information on how something is impossible, you might uncover that soon your belief system will agree to that as truth and reality.

Build Your Dreams by simply Modifying Your Belief

To modify to some sort of belief system and build your dreams that embraces possibilities while believing you can accomplish everything that you believe, will require certain information input in order to make that a part of your belief system. It is said that you're going to become like the people you hang around and the books you read. For that reason, what type of folks are you associating with? Do they tend to be the sort which will build you up and enable you to take hold of your dreams and goals? Or are they the people that really don't possess any dreams themselves and simply pursue the status quo.

Napoleon Hill discussed masterminding with individuals who have just what you want within life. Find out what it is that made them tick. Therefore, if you strive to be wealthy, you need to hang around others who are wealthy and so are in life where you would like to be. If you want to become a renowned artist, you need to associate with other renowned artists so as to learn from them.

Building your Dreams Requires Positive Input

Secondly, the kind of input will you be putting into your mind will affect your success in every area of your life. In other words, what type of books you read, (if any), or the cds you hear will affect your whole life. Are you filling your mind with negative junk which leaves you powerless or are you currently imputing life building material that will build that confidence in the realization of your ambitions?

If you're susceptible to some negative mindset (like EVERY individual is), then you will have to do some considerable work to alter that input into your head. There is a Christian writer and conference speaker, Joyce Meyers, who discusses the "Battlefield of the Mind". This is certainly where your entire struggles in life usually are either won or lost. This is a principle that isn't refutable. You can even say it's a "law in the actual universe".

So, begin today to become ruthless with what you allow in your mind. So you must be careful in whatever you hear or see since your eyes and ears will be the main entrances into your brain. Start doing the needed work to diligently positioning "stuff" into you mind that will build up your confidence in the direction to build your dreams. You can live the life you have always imaged.




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Sunday 24 February 2013

Preview Of David Bowie's New Album The Next Day!

By Claus Wright


After many years of silence, and rumors about living legend David Bowie's presumed retirement from music, the rock icon has returned to the music scene with the beautiful single 'Where Are We Now?' from the coming album 'The Next Day.'

It was on Vimeo, that I first heard the single. Albeit, 'Where Are We Now?' is a low key song it sounded stunning, and I immediately wanted to hear the rest of the album, wondering how good it is going to be. In this article, I will do a preview of Bowie's new album and analyze the single. I will clear out some of the rumors surrounding 'The Next Day,' and present the latest facts and news about the album.

Rumor has it, that the rest of 'The Next Day' album, while being contemplative like the single, contains more up tempo rock songs. Tony Visconti, who has produced the album and worked with Bowie on 12 of his previous recordings, confirms this in a interview in the Guardian. Arguing that the new album has 5 blistering rock songs, while the rest is mysterious and evocative mid-tempo tracks.

When you listen to Bowie's new single, it would be easy to think that the singer has gone mellow, and, maybe even, if he will sound old on the coming album. But, that is not going to be happen, says Tony. With the low key 'Where Are We Now?,' the musician's aim merely was to show a more vulnerable side. On the album, Bowie will sing as loud as he did on 'Heroes.' Sometimes, the producer even had to step back in the studio, so loud was Bowie singing.

According to Tony Visconti, the album was produced over two years in NYC's Magic Shop Studios. The record was made by some of Bowie's old friends. People he had worked with before in studios and on previous tours. This made it possible to keep the recordings secret, something that isn't easy in a society, where almost every one carries a smartphone.

While, Bowie previous had told Tony that he didn't want to sing anymore, Tony wasn't surprised when Bowie called and said that he wanted to record a new album. Tony thinks, that Bowie's creative mind made it necessary to express himself again as a musician - after 10 years of silence. 29 stunning songs were recorded in the studio, but not all of them fitted the album, which ended up having 14 track, with 17 on the deluxe edition. This means, that Bowie most likely will record a second album later this year. However, the producer doesn't know exactly when. Considering the great reviews 'Where Are We Now?' already has received, this looks good.

Neil McCormick, music critic at The Telegraph, thinks that 'Where Are We Now?' with its beautiful strange, perfectly orchestrated, sound might be one of the most surprising and perfect comebacks in rock history. Following McCormick, the poetic song has a mysterious sound to it, and it makes you want to hear more from the upcoming album.

At NME Track Reviews, they call Bowie's song perfect orchestrated and an addictive ear worm, worthy of being on future Bowie greatest hits albums. It is the kind of song that you hear repeatedly.

Ultimate Classic Rock, describes Bowie's voice on the new single as heartening, and, in line with NME's review, an ear worm.

I tend to agree, after I have heard the song numerous time. The most surprising thing, is how the song grows on you and becomes very addictive.

'Where Are We Now's?' opens with the verse: "Had to get the train, From Potsdamer Platz." Bowie lived in Berlin between 1976-1979, a period where he recorded the 'Berlin Trilogy:' 'Low'(1977), 'Heroes' (1977) and 'Lodger' (1979). However, the new song focuses on Berlin as it was during the fall of The Berlin Wall and Berlin today. Thus, a verse goes like: "Twenty thousand people, Cross Bosebrucke, Fingers are crossed, Just in case, Walking the dead."

As one of Berlin's seven border crossings during the Cold War, Bosebrucke was used when citizens of the Federal Republic of Germany crossed into East Berlin. The day that the Berlin Wall fell, officially, the 9th. November 1989, the Government of East Germany had given their citizens permission to travel to West Germany. That day East Berliners' gathered in a large crowd, and began crossing Bosebrucke: "Fingers are crossed, Just in case, Walking the dead."

That being said, the song is probably also about Bowie's more personal experiences with Berlin. The music video to 'Where Are We Now?,' therefore, shows the auto repair shop below the apartment, where Bowie lived in the 1970's.

Hardcore Bowie fans would know that the new single's cover is from 'Heroes.' Front cover designer Jonathan Barnbrook, in a recent interview on the website Ultimate Classic Rock, tells that the new cover is about the album title 'The Next Day.' Recycling old material and using it in new material is often done on greatest of records. However, with the cover Bowie wanted to illustrate the spirit of great rock as ceasing the moment and forgetting the past. According to Barnbrook, we never quite manage to escape the past, especially not artists like David Bowie, who are always judged by their past in some strange way. At the same time, human conditions forces us to move forward as human beings and to leave our past. By using the old 'Heroes' cover and by overwriting the original text, Bowie wanted to express that feeling.

The album is expected to be released March the 8th 2013 in Australia, the 11th in the rest of the world, except USA, where 'The Next Day' is released the 12th.




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Saturday 23 February 2013

Ways To Achieve Success In Network Marketing

By Daniel Will


There is an abundance of false information on the internet, so be sure you are receiving reliable information that you can trust. Hopefully, the currency, accuracy, and helpfulness of the network marketing tips laid out below will be self-evident to you.

Creating an Internet website is a good idea when it comes to network marketing, but establishing a presence on social networking websites can also be a great way to get started. An active, interesting blog and a social networking presence can give you a good start. You want to have a cyber presence in a community atmosphere so your network will grow. Keep in mind that an active and well designed blog helps too.

Focus on leads that seem prospective. The method is the only solid way to build profit. The other things you do, like answering mail, interviewing and taking calls, are important, but they are not what makes you money. Obtaining leads and closing sales is what will ultimately bring profits to your business.

If are new to your network marketing business, it is important that you remain patient. It is a common pitfall to become discouraged shortly after you begin. A business is like a child and it's the formative time, in this case the first few months, which are crucial in building the foundation of your company. After a slow start, network marketing will slowly help you pick up both speed and momentum in the long run.

You need to hold regular team meetings. When everyone bonds together to help one another, it is easier to develop team plans and focus on a common goal. It helps when everyone gets together because it contributes to the entire team's health.

Visualizing your goals is very important in network marketing. You may think this is simplistic, but honestly, you must build up a large network, and approaching this with a positive eye on success is the best way to accomplish this goal. When used in a positive manner, visualization techniques are a sound and efficient network marketing practice.

Try to help individuals; don't just sell to them. Do not talk about how great your product is. Instead, explain how a person can benefit from it. This technique will make the item a lot more appealing to the market you are targeting.

Make a chart of your goals to keep track of what you want to accomplish with your efforts in network marketing. What exactly would you like to achieve through the business? Are you looking for financial security, or hoping to buy a new house?

A tool which is great for network marketing is neural-linguistic programming. On the other hand, a "you" statement is always key when presenting an idea to someone to help you get them on board with it. "

When developing a network marketing strategy, one must be able to visualize his or her success. This might sound like very general advice, but this is actually the starting point of a good campaign. When used in a positive manner, visualization techniques are a sound and efficient network marketing practice.

Make a business plan that allows for stability and flexibility in unforeseen events. Determine how much you must achieve within in a given time period, then assess how feasible those goals are. A good business plan will allow you to sync up these two numbers.

As stated earlier, you need to educate yourself and implement good ideas if you want to be successful with network marketing. If you know your target market, you can truly benefit your business through network marketing programs. Use the advice in this article to get your message out quickly.




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Friday 22 February 2013

A Personal Development Plan in Plain English

By Jessie Chatwin


If you would like build a personal development plan which enables you you to actually achieve your objectives, solid preparation will be the answer. Preparation already gets underway with your interest of reading this article, and that means you seem to be a great step ahead! However, there is also a much more to it. Suppose I showed you the way to use some great preparation techniques to develop a powerful personal development plan that takes you on the way to your big goals, what do you think?

A personal development plan - in plain English

"What is really a personal development plan?", you ask? The official Wikipedia response* to the process around the personal development plan is the following: "Personal development planning is the process of creating an action plan based on awareness, values, reflection, goal-setting and planning for personal development within the context of a career, education, relationship or for self-improvement."

My explanation would be: "A personal development plan is a plan of action that gets you from where you are right now to where you want to be in future."

Is it a little clearer now? Can it be complicated to generate a personal development plan? It can be. Everything could be complicated. In my humble view, it is also a question of mindset. Hence....

....why is it that we need a personal development plan?

Consider two benefits right this moment. Ready? There can be great benefits, both for you and your employer, if everything ends up as planned. In the event you finish this program as a project management professional, for instance, you can be referred to as the project management expert within your company and be engaged in different interesting projects. Added values for both parties.

There might be huge benefits, for both you and your employer, if everything ends up as planned. Should you finish the course as a project management professional, as an example, you can be referred to as the project management expert in your company and also be involved in different interesting projects. Added values equally for both parties.

Normally, there are three types of motivation techniques to write a personal development plan:

1. A business related formal personal development plan: This is often an action plan linked to a yearly interview or perhaps an action plan following a training. In terms of motivation, it is very important resonate with all the goals, even those suggested via your manager. 2. A private-related motivation, this is a formal or informal plan. If you are planning to become a professional writer in the following 10 years, it usually is useful to complete a formal planning. 3. A combination of the above mentioned. Nonetheless one question is still open: how could you do it?

The right way to write a powerful personal development plan

Answer the next questions (not necessarily in this particular order):

1. Why should I want to write this personal development plan? Consult the top of this post, if you want a few recommendations.

1. Why do I want to create this self development plan? Consult the top part of this article, if you would like some tips.

2. What to write down? There can be commonly five-seven main categories of a self development plan:

1. Objective 2. Success criteria (How would you know when you have succeeded? Can you use the certificate of completion after your course? Be concrete.) 3. Action plan (What will I really do to accomplish those goals?) 4. Implementation (In what way will I practice the things I have learned?) 5. Timeline (or deadline) 6. Objective category/Skill (especially useful, if you have a mix between business and personal related goals) 7. Objective priority (Including a weighting system)

3. How to write?

2. Goal: Apply reflection time to think about your objectives. This may be, for example, linked to a training or following a 360 Feedback Process.

3. Goal & Action outline: If you like to combine a goal with a key activity, I recommend you utilize the following formula: I commit to [Verb] + [Precise Goal] + [Frequency Per Week] + [Optional: duration] + [Purpose] = Action

3. Goal & Action outline: If you'd prefer to combine an objective with a key activity, You should use the following formula: I commit to [Verb] + [Precise Goal] + [Frequency Per Week] + [Optional: duration] + [Purpose] = Action

4. Action: Research on some specific actions. Look at your company's training catalog. Ask people close to you what their favourite course was on topic X. Use Amazon and search for particular keywords to obtain additional ideas. Look at some Educational Media available (internet, podcasts, iTunes U) ... 5. Put your signature on the personal development plan, even when it is just for your personal use. 6. Print out a copy for your office.

4. When to write the plan? If business related, this would depend on the circumstances. Is this plan related to your annual objectives? Has it been initiated during a training course? During a 360 Feedback process? In every case, you ought to be informed in advance.

5. What to draw? Finally, yes, I do believe plans should not only contain words and numbers. Make a drawing on another page, just for your own private use. Draw an image or even a symbol that you just link to your desired outcome of the plan. It does not have to be pretty.

Keep to the planning, shoot for some progress, not perfection by tomorrow. You'll be more satisfied and for that reason more motivated to keep going. Last, however, not least, be sure you treat yourself occasionally!

Has the question on "What is a personal development plan?" been answered for you personally? What is your opinion about this type of detailed preparation? Does this make sense?




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Thursday 14 February 2013

What You Should Know About College: Tips And Tricks

By Johnathan Black


An individual's choice of college, major and educational path can have an extremely significant impact on future earning prospect and overall career satisfaction. Therefore, it is important to gain a thorough understanding of the entire world of higher education and what it has to offer. The information that follows below provides the fundamentals necessary to get started.

Take lots of notes. Even if you are particularly confident in your memorization skills, it is always helpful to take notes. College is not like high school and you will be learning a lot. Taking plenty of notes also makes sure you are always prepared for an open-note test.

Understand that the dining card you have been given for your meal plan will run out quickly during the semester. Therefore, you should not pig out when you see that you have a lot of money on it. Conserve that money, as you do not want to have to tap into your own funds.

If you are looking for a way to pay for college, do some research on scholarships. Many corporations and affinity groups set up scholarships that college applicants can apply for, based on a certain set of criteria. You may be surprised at what you can qualify for. Do not rule out an opportunity before you look into it.

If you are having difficulty in college, begin a study group. A study group will offer many choices, including one on one time and group time. If you do not want to begin your own study group, there are many study groups available on most colleges. To find one, ask your classmates and professors.

Financial aid students can study abroad. It is a common myth that only affluent students can afford to study abroad. The truth is that students who are receiving full and partial financial aid also can study abroad. Talk to your financial aid and study abroad advisors. They can help you determine which study abroad program is right for you.

It is impossible to overstate the critical role a college education can play in the life and career of almost anyone. The decisions made during this critical period in one's life can have lifelong ramifications and must be taken seriously. Fortunately, the tips and advice found above offer terrific guidance for building a brighter future.




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Monday 11 February 2013

How To Use A Yamaha Keyboard

By Philip Johnson


Every musician will require a combination of tools for him to compose good music. One of the best tools to use is a Yamaha keyboard. It is a tool that is not only versatile, but also very easy to use for all levels. Beginners, intermediaries and experts all have something to look forward to when using this gadget.

One can start by visiting the official website where all the devices are listed. Before selecting any device, one should consider the features it possesses as well as the asking price. It is important to acquire something that one can afford to pay and also use with ease.

Once the device has been delivered, the first step should be to read the manual. In the manual, one will learn everything about setting up and using the board. Reading the setup instructions also ensures that one does not mess up in any way.

The individual can then start playing songs in simple voices. While doing so, it will be important to use features such as layering. Layering is a feature that makes it possible to combine a set of instruments in to the song being played by the individual.

It is important to ensure that a keyboard is placed near a computer. These are the two devices that will be used when composing music. Placing them next to each other is the best way to ensure that one does not have to move from one place to the next so as to create a recording.

The individual will therefore have to start by visiting the manufacturer website. The main purpose of this website is to download the recording software. When choosing the application, a person ought to consider the model of the device he is using as well as the operating system that has been installed in his computer.

When making a connection, it will be important to first examine the existing ports. It is also important to make certain that the musical instrument is switched off when attempting to make a connection. Failure to do this may damage the musical instrument or result in a poor connection being established.

It is important for a person to learn how to read and write music compositions. Learning how to read and write music makes it easier to use the Yamaha keyboard. This is because one is able to go online and download music tutorials which he can then use at home while practicing to play his device.




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Sunday 10 February 2013

Preview Of The Next Day Album!

By Bryan Vilfort


After many years of silence, and rumors about living legend David Bowie's presumed retirement from music, the rock icon has returned to the music scene with the beautiful single 'Where Are We Now?' from the coming album 'The Next Day.'

It was on Vimeo, that I first heard the single. Albeit, 'Where Are We Now?' is a low key song it sounded stunning, and I immediately wanted to hear the rest of the album, wondering how good it is going to be. In this article, I will do a preview of Bowie's new album and analyze the single. I will clear out some of the rumors surrounding 'The Next Day,' and present the latest facts and news about the album.

Rumor has it, that the rest of 'The Next Day' album, while being contemplative like the single, contains more up tempo rock songs. Tony Visconti, who has produced the album and worked with Bowie on 12 of his previous recordings, confirms this in a interview in the Guardian. Arguing that the new album has 5 blistering rock songs, while the rest is mysterious and evocative mid-tempo tracks.

Having heard the single, one could think that Bowie's new album will be more mellow. According to Tony, Bowie is not going to sound mellow or as an old man, on the contrary. In the studio, the singer often sang so loud that the producer had to move away from the singer. On the single, Bowie just wanted to show another musical aspect - a softer side.

'The Next Day' album was recorded secretly over a period of two years in the famous NYC's Magic Shop Studios, says Tony Visconti. It was made by a closed circle of Bowie's old friends. All, with a few exceptions, they are people that Bowie has worked with before on tours or in studios. This is also the reason, why it was possible for Bowie to keep the album release a secret until the last minute. A quite remarkable achievement these internet days, where almost everyone carries a smartphone.

While, Bowie previous had told Tony that he didn't want to sing anymore, Tony wasn't surprised when Bowie called and said that he wanted to record a new album. Tony thinks, that Bowie's creative mind made it necessary to express himself again as a musician - after 10 years of silence. 29 stunning songs were recorded in the studio, but not all of them fitted the album, which ended up having 14 track, with 17 on the deluxe edition. This means, that Bowie most likely will record a second album later this year. However, the producer doesn't know exactly when. Considering the great reviews 'Where Are We Now?' already has received, this looks good.

Neil McCormick, music critic at The Telegraph, thinks that 'Where Are We Now?' with its beautiful strange, perfectly orchestrated, sound might be one of the most surprising and perfect comebacks in rock history. Following McCormick, the poetic song has a mysterious sound to it, and it makes you want to hear more from the upcoming album.

At NME Track Reviews, they call Bowie's song perfect orchestrated and an addictive ear worm, worthy of being on future Bowie greatest hits albums. It is the kind of song that you hear repeatedly.

Ultimate Classic Rock, describes Bowie's voice on the new single as heartening, and, in line with NME's review, an ear worm.

I agree. I have heard the song many times, and I had to press repeat - again and again. The song really grows on you, and it is impressive, how it crawls under your skin.

The album is expected to be released March the 8th 2013 in Australia, the 11th in the rest of the world, except USA, where 'The Next Day' is released the 12th.




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Friday 8 February 2013

Effectively Using New Years Resolution Quotes

By Lola Dohrman


Many individuals write out long lists of what they expect to achieve during the upcoming year. Only about five percent of all who make resolutions actually achieve their goals. There are varied reasons for this and knowing what they are will greatly enhance your ability to achieve your own goals. Utilize New Years resolution quotes to assist you on your journey.

"Reach for the sky and you'll find yourself among the stars." Be realistic in your aspirations. Don't aim for something that is totally unattainable but also don't set your sights so low that you are not mentally or physically challenged.

Always be positive in your wording. Never say "I'm going to" or "I might". State strong words such as "I am", "I can", and "I will". Speak and write as if you have already accomplished what you have set out to do.

Be very clear when writing out your yearly aspirations. Don't state that you want to lose a lot of weight, state clearly exactly how much you want to take off. Instead of "I want to lose several pounds", revise and say "I want to lose 20 pounds".

Writing out your resolutions is the most important aspect of this process. Those that just keep them in their heads have little possibility of success. Having written quotes and statements will make you think success on a higher level at all times.

After you write them out, be sure to refer to them often. Some will use the Fourth of July as a midpoint to review and possibly even re-write your aspirations. If your birthday is mid-year, this is also a good review point. Designate specific times to read them so they stay fresh in your mind.

Some prefer the use of pictures as goals. For example, if one of your main drives is to buy a new car or home during the course of the year, you can cut out a picture of your dream vehicle or house and post it where you can see it every day. This will provide motivation to work hard at achieving these goals.

New Years resolution quotes can help you stay on target as far as reaching for what you really desire in your life. Memorize them, post them where they can be seen and review often, and place them in your diary or journal for better impact. You will be surprised at what you can achieve when you have motivational tools right in front of you at all times.




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Thursday 7 February 2013

How To Shop For Turntable Parts Online

By Antoinette X. Slater


Turntable parts, like the turntable belt, are quite important for people who still love to listen to their favorite songs on record players. Despite the fact that audio media has changed dramatically in the last century, the truth is that there is still something special and unique about the sound you get from a record. Vinyl is so popular, actually, that many famous artists continue to make releases in this format, despite the fact that they also sell digital and CD versions of their albums. Getting parts for your turntable may be difficult because of the waning popularity of this music form, but Internet stores are still happy to sell such items.

You can get a new turntable belt to go with your record player if you shop at online stores that focus on stocking high quality turntable parts. It can be tough, in some cases, to figure out exactly which parts you need or which store would be ideal to purchase them. That is the reason for which it is very beneficial to narrow your search options when buying online; entering the specific brand and name of the part you need into a search engine will lead you to the right store much faster than a general term would.

One big motivator for shopping for turntable items online is that you can obtain great products at prices that are lower than local stores. That is because online stores do not have to deal with the same overhead costs that drive up prices at local shops. A few shoppers mention shipping and handling fees as a negative for shopping online, but many Internet retailers are now reducing or waiving shipping fees entirely.

Another of the major benefits of shopping online for turntable parts is that you have access to more options than you ever would in a small local store that does not have room for lots of stock. Shops that market to turntable enthusiasts can offer you turntable belts, a vintage turntable, a USB turntable, or a turntable needle.

Turntable parts are difficult to get your hands on locally, but you will experience an easy time locating a turntable belt and other items online. The prices are considerably better if you search online; you can also take your time and compare prices from several online retailers in order to get the best deal.




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Wednesday 6 February 2013

Self Reflection The main element to Personal Development and Changing Yourself

By Hal Neff


Self Reflection The Key to Self Development
It is usually everyone's goal to create improvements in life. This is a large component of simply existing on this particular earth. To achieve this goal, it is important that every once in awhile that we take inventory of ourselves as well as the life we are living.

You can call this self reflection. Recently I came across this interesting quote. " I can boost my abilities through self-reflection because this tool has always has been within me. " While I don't know the person who came up with this particular saying, it is a absolute truth in our lives.

Self reflection is simply taking a step back and reviewing who we are and what we did with our goals along with objectives and giving it a good assessment. If in this process we dislike what we see, then it is crucial that you make some adjustments in order that the future outcome is more in line with where are want to go.

So it is crucial that you review questions such as "Am I very pleased with where I am at? " "What are my entire life goals and am I on course to getting where I must finish? " Rather profound questions! These are questions that numerous people never really fully understand. Yet, the ones who do, seem to get essentially the most out of life.

In our lives, everything we do begins with thinking a "thought". No one ever takes any action either good or bad without first thinking about it. What that suggests is that if we want to change our actions, we need to begin to change our thoughts as an initial step. So how is this done? It begins by changing what penetrates our minds through our own physical senses. We have five of those senses but primary the ones we should keep close watch on are what goes into throughout eyes and what gets into through our ears.

If you begin to alter what enters your mind through your eyes and also ears, you will soon set out to see a change happening in your life. It will reflect that input over the course of time. So if you want to become more positive, begin to put more positive input into your thoughts through reading and playing more positive input.

This will usually require you to take some action and make any time to find ways for such an input to happen. This kind of action must be a daily action and really needs to be something that is done deliberately and with intention. There will be often times when things will get in the way. I have found that the best time for this is early every day. Get up a half hour prior to when you would normally get up and make this time sacred for this particular input.

If you begin repeating this daily, you will quickly begin to find a new found resilience and also perspective in life. Self reflection is the important thing to any constructive change that can offer you a greater happiness and happiness in life.




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Tuesday 5 February 2013

Seeking Guidance in Life, A Fundamental Ingredient to Achieve Success

By Hal Neff


"On the Journey connected with Life, it truly is okay for me personally to stop and ask for directions"

This is certainly a powerful quote since this is something that lots of people simply don't stick to. This is certainly especially true for us as men. It seems to be in our nature definitely not to ask for directions. This is typically born out after we are behind that steer wheel travelling to a place that we have never been before.

There have been times during my life when this has cost me a whole lot of time due to the fact I was unwilling to stop and ask an individual to help me in this area. Unfortunately, this lack of getting advice does not cease with simply getting behind the steering wheel of a vehicle. Moreover it filters into the rest of the areas of our lives that could have more detrimental consequences for all of us.

Our society appears to be shifting at break neck speed and we're taught to set long-term and short term goals. Yet when most individuals look back at their own life's journey, they did not get to the place they thought they were heading towards as young people. It truly is for this reason, that asking for directions in life gets to be more critical for each of us who definitely are concerned with where we're headed in our lives.

Asking for Directions The Key to Success
This whirlwind change frequently leaves many individuals completely exhausted and with a lack of breath. We're in a instant when becoming willing to change is totally vital, possibly even for survival. For this reason, it is even more crucial to be humble and be ready to ask for directions. The alternative and destination we might arrive at without this help may be a place that we just don't need to go.

Despite change at a breakneck speed, most people are holding out to make any decisions. Whether it is actually to get rid of 10 pounds, or look for a whole new job, learn about a new ability, or just merely learn their purpose in living, individuals are waiting and full of procrastination. Their "waiting" is usually stuffed with excuses and total inaction. This sort of inactivity and unwillingness for get it done leads the majority of people to wonder what happened to them after they get towards the finish of their day-to-day lives.

Today is the day to start to ask for those directions that will assist you in your journey going through life. Help make sure you happen to be establishing a few goals and objectives on your own future. Fully understand where you would like to go and the milestones you need to achieve. This will require guidance and direction from individuals who have previously been there. They recognize all the obstacles on the way and can guide you through the many pitfalls.

We are all a work in progress. Desire to be someone who in not too proud to request directions in life. This is a mandatory requirement to hit your objectives on the journey of life. And yes, it is okay to halt and ask for directions. That is called wisdom.




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Monday 4 February 2013

How to achieve your personal development goals (Part 2)

By Jessie Chatwin


In the previous post, I asked you: "If you been aware of three simple, but solid methods that would enable you to keep to your personal development goals, are you interested in learning a little more about it?" Still interested?

If that's the case, in this particular second post, I am going to get into detail of method two and three, which all combined give you a great first base for making your action plan happen! If you haven't seen the initial post on this topic, I encourage you to read it first.

For all others, here is a small recap: the first method described in the last post was the Blank Page Benefit, which is focused on our mindset. Without the proper mindset, it's going to be very unlikely to accomplish any goal, no matter how many great capabilities we have.

Now, here comes the second and third method. Ready to get into it?

#2: Find a partner

Okay, this sounds easy, right? When you have focus and a positive mindset, in combination of friendly reminders by a colleague or friend, very few things can stop you. You would have somebody to discuss your doubts, your lack of energy and even your fears. So, to enable you to stay with your new goal, play a trick on yourself and tell people about this. Build up some pressure from peers to boost your energy.

How to find buddy?

Step 1: Involve someone who you trust, your best friend, favourite colleague, whomever you want. Tell them about your boss' suggestion to further improve your listening skills. Ask them for feedback (maybe they have a similar view than your boss?).

Action 2: Ask them for help. Just ask for a simple weekly motivation call - in the event it meets your needs. And contact them if you find yourself stuck. Most people are happy to help.

Step #3 (optional): Ask your buddy to come along with you on this path. Maybe there is an interest that he/she also participates at the communication training.However, keep this citation by the US-American writer Erma Bombeck in mind: "A friend doesn't go on a diet because you are fat."

#3: Investigate about the subject

This technique makes sense notably for self development goals which might be aiming at changing old patterns, like the one the boss suggested.If I get anxious regarding a topic, I commence to research and inquire questions. This helps me being more comfortable during my discomfort. Do you do something similar? Sometimes I even get hooked to the topic, as it gets increasingly more interesting.

What is the way to inform yourself best?

Step #1: Ask someone you know who's informed about the topic. For example, go and ask the training department in your company if they have more information on the training. Maybe they could give a good reference to you.

Action 2: If you are using the Lift app I recommended in method one, contact individuals who are pursuing the same objectives.

Step #3: Take a look at tools such as: Alltop.com, Twitter. com - you'd be amazed about how many individuals have similar interests as well as goals.

Step 4: And last, but not least, consider to have a look at the usual resources: Amazon, Google and Youtube.

The Bottom Line

This strategy has worked for me personally, in case you implement it, I believe it's going to be right for you.Even though these methods involve a good number of steps, overall, they don't really take up a great deal of time.




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