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This is a part of a series of articles with questions, which will help us understand our emotions and how we can free ourselves from unwanted ones.

Sometimes, when all our doubts, fears and insecurities wrap ourselves up, we always come up with the idea of ?I wish I was somebody else.? More often than not, we think and believe that someone or rather, most people are better than us.- when in reality, the fact is, most people are more scared than us.

This article focuses on creating newness in your life, regardless of the situation, story, or timing.

Adversity strikes all of us. Learn how to convert adversity into opportunity in this article by Personal Development Consultant Tristan Loo.

Asking is the most powerful persuasion and negotiating skill you will ever possess and yet it is the most underutilized tool for acquiring what people desire. Learn how to tap into this power from this article.

There are a variety of self improvement articles available nowadays. You may be thinking that this is one of those, obviously. What have you got to lose by reading one more self improvement article? When you came the 40-year stage in your life, you will suddenly realize many things. You get to ask yourself questions. How will it be when I get to the end of my life? How do I feel about the life I lived? Then someone gave you some self improvement articles while tellin

If you are currently a smoker, quitting the habit could be one of the most important things you will ever do in the next part of your life. In fact, if you quit now, you will most likely be adding seven years to your life. While many people try to quit and fail, it is not an impossible task. Thousands of people, just like you, have decided to quit and have succeeded. You too can be among the successful former-smokers. Here are six tips that will help you to quit smoking on

We all have goals in life. We have something beyond us to look forward to or to work for every time we do a task or we begin the day.

There is no greater self-help tool than the life journal. Personal Development Coach Tristan Loo discusses how to use this tool in this article.

The popularity of self-improvement books, tapes and seminars is a reflection of the universal interest we all have in overcoming our limitations, or "being the best we can be" or "achieving our full potential." Popular applications of self-improvement programs include motivation and confidence, personal relationships, sales and job performance, enhancement of sports performance, public speaking, weight control and smoking cessation. Here are some basic principles to hel

Life is full of ups and downs and sometimes has a few sideways thrown in too. When things go wrong or don?t go as planned, or when something happens to throw us off balance and doubt ourselves it can be tough to deal with. After all, we all want things to go well and to end up as ?winners?. But life will always throw challenges at us, and we can?t control everything. Nor should we try. It?s not what happens to you but what you do with what happens to you that makes the differ

On some playground as I child, I learned to sing the song ?sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.? I guess that was to appease the bullies on the playground as we stuck out our tongues at them, but in reality it couldn?t be farther from the truth. Words do hurt and they can do great harm. Wars have been fought because of words. There are many people who are struggling in life today not because of physical injuries on a playground but from words

We often have the perception that self-growth will be simple, enjoyable, and rewarding. It certainly can be, but there is also another aspect of the self-growth journey that is rarely mentioned. And that is, when everything falls apart. One of the major parts of self-growth is learning how to look inside yourself and get clear about certain things. Most often, this involves recognizing and dissolving inner blockages. These are usually deep-rooted beliefs that we formed in

When we are told to follow our heart, what does it mean?

When do we start taking responsibility for our own actions? It appears that we no longer own our actions. Owning our actions involves taking personal responsibility for what we do. Why is it that when something goes wrong, we need some place else to lay the blame? Part of being a mature, responsible adult is knowing that when we make a decision in life, we are responsible for the outcome, not someone else. Let?s look at the following examples: A married man goes out and

I've been coaching for a few years now, and the biggest thing I've learnt - both for me and for my clients - is that inner confidence is the key to it all. There are all kinds of strategies, ways of thinking, patterns of behavior and practical tips for improving your life and feeling better about yourself, but they're all redundant if the foundation isn't there. That foundation is the real you, the you that you know deep down you are. The trick is that it takes confidence

There are some stereotypes that women cannot negotiate as well as men: that women are not as aggressive, that they take things too personally, or that they are not taken seriously. As a woman negotiator myself, I believe that the same rules apply to men as woman. However I have listed five rules that should particularly help women Negotiate Like A Pro.

Three easy steps to end Procrastination today!

You know what you want. You have a vision and a plan. You try to implement that plan but for some reason you can?t. You are officially ?stuck? You feel like you can?t move forward, but can?t discern why. You say to yourself ?Okay, today I?m going to get that proposal written. No matter how I feel, I?m going to sit down and do it.? But you can?t ? not matter how hard you try. You might feel grumpy, confused or mad at yourself and possibly the world. Consider my advice to gi

Many of us, especially women, tend to put others? needs before our own. We neglect ourselves and eventually resent those who have been on the receiving end of our love and attention. What we fail to realize is the importance of putting ourselves first. No, it is not selfish. In fact, it?s impossible to meet the needs of others effectively without first being balanced in our own lives. Loving yourself will not only prove to be a positive experience, but it will improve your re

Do you wonder why your efforts at personal transformation don?t seem to last? Do you get excited about some new idea, but after a while you slip right back into your old patterns? How many of your dreams, desires and hopes have been secretly dashed to destruction in the darkest recesses of your mind, before they even had a chance to take root? If so, you are not alone.

What can a Bodacious woman learn from a man and still stay Bodacious? In honor of Father's Day, we'll celebrate some of the men's Bodacious behaviors.

The present moment is the gateway to wisdom, happiness and vitality. The problem is that our nutty world is sometimes overwhelming. We forget the present moment! How can we remember more often? Here are three simple words you can use in your daily life to reconnect with the treasures of NOW.

How to access positive states of well being again and again. These positive states are unique to you and often reflect your interests, talents, and potential. Here are some activities useful in helping you get in touch with your Enchanted Self.

Daily positive projection will help us cultivate feelings of openness and love with the people and situations we have had difficulty remaining open to until now.

Have you ever stood at the precipice of deep choice? knowing that either choice you make will bring radically different results?

Before you can have a different life, you must first become different. The process of transformation starts from within with recognition of your True Nature. It is activated by connecting to your Life Source, and nurtured by offering gratitude and appreciation for everything you in your life. Once you understand these principles, you are well on your way to transforming your life from within. Here are a few more keys to assist you.

First off, I would echo the voice of 18th century French philosopher Voltaire, made popular and relevant in today?s leadership lexicon by "Good to Great" author Jim Collins, who said, "Good is the Enemy of Great." 1. "Good is the Enemy of Great." Get rid of the good to make room for the great in your life. Instead of keeping the main thing the main thing, we major in too many minor things. In other words, many people do a few things that are good, a lot of things that are

If you truly want prosperity, happiness and success, it is imperative to be aware of the people you attract and surround yourself with. You cannot aim for exceptional transformation in your life, while continuing to keep with the old gang of mediocrity or as some people call them 'duds' who drain your energy.

ATM cash machines have been incorporated in our way of life. They offer a real convenience to those on the run but at the same time offer an element of risk. Using an ATM machine safely requires awareness and a little planning. Just because an ATM machine is open and available 24 hours a day DOES NOT mean that it is safe to use. Most ATM robberies occur at night between the hours of 8pm and midnight. ATM robbers are usually males under the age of 25 and most work alone. ATM r