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If you want to do a new thing in the physical, you have to do a new thing in the mind first. The reason most people fail in their new years resolutions as well as other goals that they set for themselves is that they don't take their mindset into account. The result, predictably is ... Views:1219
You’ve been there and I’ve been there, the wake-up call that stops you in your tracks. Some call it the cosmic two-by-four - that moment of realization that finally grabs your undivided attention. Oftentimes it feels painful at the onset, but just as often you see the benefit of that “crisis” as ... Views:986
“It is an inexorable Law of Nature that bad must follow good, that decline must follow a rise. To feel that we can rest on our achievements is a dangerous fallacy. Inner strength can overcome anything that occurs outside.” I Ching
I am a pretty amazing woman – I may not be an Olympic woman of ... Views:855
Have you ever wondered why some people are successful and others aren't? Or have you ever said "I'm not like them - I can't be successful? This article explores what makes people successful and the secrets of success. Includes a link to 5 FREE Secrets of Success.
Well I'll let you in on a ... Views:4696
What do you believe about failure?
The ego wounded part of ourselves, the left-brain part of ourselves that has been programmed with many false beliefs, often believes that:
"If I fail, I am a failure."
"If I fail, I am stupid."
"If I fail, no one will like me or value me."
"If I fail, then ... Views:2751
Escaping the Credit Epidemic
Rebuilding Reserves for a Healthier Future
We don’t need to look too far to see signs of mounting credit problems in our society today. Not only is it the focus of every newscast and headline, it has impacted our families, our friends, our communities, and for ... Views:1185
Have you ever seen a car you want drive by and park close to where you’re at, and when the person gets out of the car, you feel a little resentment towards that person? Has that ever happened to you?
Or, if and when you were single, you saw this beautiful woman in a restaurant sitting ... Views:6587
The beginning of the year always feels so full of promise and excitement, a time when unlimited possibilities open up and all the dreams you’ve ever had seem achievable. You can feel the energy of this new beginning pulsing through your body and you set all kinds of intentions for how you’ll ... Views:1349
A long time ago a man who became the father of the US Auto Industry made a very profound statement which still rings true today. This man's name is Henry Ford, and this is what he said: "Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't, you're right."
I can also put it another way, ... Views:1194
When a person decides to step out of their comfort zone, push back the boundaries and move into the unknown, they are embarking on a journey. When you set out on any journey, you must first make sure you have fuel - or you won't go anywhere. Passion is the fuel that will always power you on ... Views:779
A wise friend of mine shared a mantra she uses to maintain conscious of her creative process. It goes like this, “ORDER IT UP!” What order it up means, is that every second of every day your thoughts, words and actions dictate what you are “ordering” from the universe. ... Views:1076
There are certain skills that are necessary when you want to succeed in life and there are some that you need to religiously avoid. It’s not really all that black and white but opinions on the matter, no matter how divided they may be, agree that there are certain personal skills necessary ... Views:519
In the feel-good ledger of life, there are many emotional barometers in which you can measure success and while each may differ from person to person, there seems to be a common thread that binds them all to each other. The people who succeed are individuals, but they belong to a collective of ... Views:879
He said he would win eight gold medals and he did. It was that simple. He wasn’t arrogant, he wasn’t overly confident. He was just matter of fact. It was something he set out to do and as the world watched every stroke and every plunge, he did it to rousing applause and the screams ... Views:994
Brian Tracy is man who for most of his life, made self help books and also recorded these publications as audio books which he distributed online. He was an expert on leadership qualities, how to be a good manager, how to succeed in sales and a pioneer in business strategy. He is known all over ... Views:877
Here are 5 key principles to achieve anything in life. While they may not be as detailed as I’d like them to be, I will let the human spirit fill in the blanks. Have a read and it may resonate with you or it may not - but these are the very stuff that successes are made of.
Never, never, ... Views:797
A miracle is when something awesome and unexpected happens. It happens because you make it happen. Your mind is in sync with the Universe. You are in a place of complete joy and bliss. And when you are there, you bring things forward that demonstrate your joy and bliss.
Creating miracles means ... Views:1848
We are all faced with new challenges every day of our lives. How we choose to approach what life throws at us is the difference between a successful person and an unsuccessful person. You will notice, if you look hard enough, that there are many key differences between someone who is ... Views:969
Success
When an individual finds satisfaction within himself or within society to such a degree that the individual considers oneself as a happy individual, then it may be said that the individual has attained success. Therefore, success is happiness with relation to oneself and to the larger ... Views:737
A PERSONAL CHOICE: PRETEND OR PLAY?
By
Bill Cottringer
“A truly good book teaches me better than to read it. I must soon lay it down, and commence living on its hint. What I began by reading, I must finish by acting.” ~Henry David Thoreau.
For a long time now I have gradually realized ... Views:798
"Greatness is not in where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it, but sail we must, and not drift, nor lie at anchor." – Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. (1809-1894) Physician, writer, poet
Transitions are a way to grow to a ... Views:973
On October 22nd I found myself standing in the middle of a spectacular ballroom in Long Beach, California. It was an astonishing scene. Trailblazers Billie Jean King and Gloria Steinem stepped forward. So did entertainment names like Rachael Ray and Jennifer Lopez. As did CNN media great ... Views:839
Two Burning Questions That Keep Popping Up Like the Gopher-Bopping Game at Carnivals
By Bill Cottringer
“Bold questions deserve bold answers.” ~ The author.
There are two burning questions that keep popping up in my life, just like the gopher-bopping game at carnivals. Bop them down ... Views:981
Are you attracting what you want in your life now?
With the things that are happening around the world do you feel that you are getting what you want with the law of attracting or are you left out?
Are you attracting the right things
Do you feel that you are attracting the right things in ... Views:589
When we talk about starvation, or eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, we’re normally referring to behavior relating to food. For example, when someone is said to have the condition called anorexia, we are typically describing a behavior pattern marked by an aversion to or pushing ... Views:693
What are 10 two letter words that make up one of the most powerful lessons one can learn in this lifetime? It goes along with the saying, “If you want something done right, do it yourself!” The 10 two letter words are: If it is to be, it is up to me! What a simple but profound ... Views:5371
You hear it every day, not matter what the current economic situation, “they” say “If only ___” you fill in the blank. I hope you are not one of those people, I don’t think so otherwise you wouldn’t be reading this article.
Think about this…why is ... Views:1210
Any successful businessperson has taken a risk even when those around them may have tried to dissuade them. Donald Trump is a risk taker. Despite business setbacks, he did not allow fear and negativity to prevent him from becoming one of the most successful businessmen in America.
Oprah Winfrey ... Views:5123
Have you ever noticed that successful people have a "team" that they surround themselves with? For example, the president has his cabinet, as well as numerous other advisors and consultants. The head coach of any sports team has countless assistants and trainers. Every CEO has a board of ... Views:925
Introduction to Persistence
My workout at gym class yesterday was nothing special; I went there at 4 just like I'm used to, and came back at 6 as I do every time. I pumped weights and did everything like I do every time. The only different thing about yesterday's gym class was that my leg was ... Views:1689
"Learn to be happy with what you have while you pursue all that you want." ~Anonymous
Most people want to achieve success but it is important to be mindful that the definition of success may be different for each individual. In order to achieve what you want there are three important ... Views:4558
The famous poem by Marianne Williamson makes me think about how often we bury our aspirations under a bushel of self-doubt, insecurity, fear and procrastination. When we shrink, minimize and deny our strengths, talents and God given abilities, we shortchange ourselves and the world.
All of us ... Views:1904
'Your potential is a treasure trove of possibilities - your life will surely prosper if you use it wisely.'
The pursuit of education is predicated on the acceptance that a degree of ignorance already exists. You cannot be taught things that you already know - you can only be reminded that you ... Views:728
You have a unique purpose. You're here for a very significant reason. When you know your purpose and live according to it, you'll experience the passion of living your purpose, and you'll have the greatest opportunity to have an impact on all humankind.
When it comes to discovering your life ... Views:819
If you’ve honestly tried to reach your goals in life and have failed, then you need to take a long look at the game plan you've been using. Sometimes you have to adjust your footing so you can gain better traction in where you are right now and where you want to lead your life.
Nobody ... Views:826
Boy, did I learn a valuable lesson. Your life can be exactly what you've always wanted it to be. I learned this lesson the hard way. In spite of spending years pouring over self help books and tapes, not so very long ago I was absolutely miserable. In a very short time I managed to turn my ... Views:2552
THE FIVE C’S OF SUCCESSFUL REALITY REPAIR
By
Bill Cottringer
There is a mighty roadblock in the way of successful reality repair—fixing broken realities (social problems, economy crises, wars) and creating new and better ones we want (equal access to and enjoyment of abundance and ... Views:813
One of my goals is to make dreamers of people. I want you to see the possibilities available and opportunities you can create. I want you to succeed in business and in your personal life. I want you to feel the exhilaration and rush of success.
Success means different things to different ... Views:2118
Success is not something that happens to you. It is something you are. It starts in the morning when you get out of bed. It continues through every moment of the day. Success is built while you are waiting in traffic, during lunch, when you're walking the dog, sitting at your desk, running ... Views:2470
DECREASING UNHAPPINESS TO INCREASE HAPPINESS
By
Bill Cottringer
“There is only one cause of unhappiness: the false beliefs you have in your head, beliefs so widespread, so commonly held, that it never occurs to you to question them.” ~Anthony de Mello.
More and more people are ... Views:876
A chilly Friday morning. I go out to start the car.
I see a deer in the front yard, not the backyard, where I'm accustomed to seeing them.
This guys is BIG. A full rack of antlers. Looks very much like the alpha male of his group.
There are only about fifty feet between him and me. The ... Views:844
Let me be perfectly clear; I believe that when the mind determines exactly specifically what you want to accomplish that you do attract the people, situations, and opportunities to help that vision become a reality.
I believe in the wisdom of the ages.
“What the Mind can Conceive and ... Views:1460
Question: Do you suffer from already always living? The primary symptom is projecting the past onto the future. It’s assuming what has already happened to you before, will always happen again. So as a result, you stay stuck in repetitive patterns, and you live your life like a broken record, and ... Views:865
Jesse is a big thinker. He is creative, perceptive, intuitive, and thoughtful. He’s always coming up with great ideas. He’s not afraid to think big and plan how to make a true difference in the world. Friends go to Jesse when they’re stuck because they know he’ll come up with bright ... Views:988
In today’s political arena, once again the topic of should we tax the rich to give more to the poor arises. Why shouldn’t the rich pay more taxes than the poor? They won’t miss that money. It won’t affect their standard of living. Why shouldn’t those with money ... Views:1859
We attract what we expect, period.
Remember the time you went to attend an interview and you were confident you would do well. And guess what happened; you aced that interview!
And again there were times you were less than confident about an exam or some other meeting, and again, the opposite ... Views:857
During a January 1980 television interview, then British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher stated, “No one would remember the Good Samaritan if he’d only had good intentions. He had money as well”. Our current times make this keen observation particularly relevant. We continually are bombarded ... Views:1138
Whether you are looking for success in business, relationships, family life, personal life or health, one major component is your level of wellness. Many people do not seem to realise there is a big difference between 'not being sick' and being 'truely well'.
To put this into perspective if you ... Views:722
There are at least two ways of understanding ‘losing’:
1. From a competitive viewpoint
2. From a creative viewpoint
When losing is viewed in the world of competition, only the winner benefits; the winner gets the scholarship, the cash, the medals, the corporate sponsorship, and the ... Views:881
What are your values for life? Just to get things started, here are my current top values and passions:
1. In a Loving Partnership
2. Joyful and at peace
3. Financially free and secure
4. Deep and meaningful friendships
5. World travel
6. A published writer
7. In excellent fitness and health
8. ... Views:1457