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Become an Engaging Conversationalist

Some people are just naturally sociable. They love being around people and it shows. Many others struggle to start or join a conversation. While they

March 14, 2008

The Critical Importance of Prioritizing to Live a More Balanced Life

From my post The Critical Importance of Prioritizing to Live a More Balanced Life at The Positivity Blog: “We try to achieve excellence in all

March 11, 2008

Where is the Love? Tips for Getting Back that Old Spark

Ever stop to look at your partner and wonder, “Where has all the excitement gone?” Healthy, committed relationships can sometimes lose their luster because we

March 11, 2008

Ecstasy Without Addiction

From my post Ecstasy Without Addiction at I Will Change Your Life: “Everyone enjoys partaking in activities that make them feel good. One of the

March 10, 2008

Discovering Spirituality for Dummies

From my article Spirituality for Dummies posted at Pick the Brain: “When many people think of spirituality their minds automatically go to religion. This is

March 10, 2008

5 Ways to Reconnect to Your Inner Child

I admit that there’s a part of me that thinks it’s a shame we humans have to grow up. Whenever I watch kids play, or

March 7, 2008

Make The Time To Thank An Old Hero

Looking up our heroes and saying thanks gives us the opportunity to look back at our own lives, and realize how we got where we are. It’s a chance to be introspective, to remember what brought us here.

February 29, 2008

Change Happens – Make Sure You’re Part of it

Change is often rewarding, exciting and dynamic – for those that are making it happen. How can you take control and shift your life from

February 27, 2008

Personal Growth Means Taking Action

Whatever your dreams may be, there is only one way to make progress toward realizing them. You must get out and do. You must take positive action that propels you step by step down the path from vision to realization.

February 25, 2008

Understanding The Power Of Possibility

I get a real kick out of watching people understand that they have the power to change. It’s like the proverbial light bulb going off and someone saying, “Wow! I can have anything I want!”

February 19, 2008

Learning the Art of Gratitude for Success

They say we receive in kind those things we project into the world around us. Be it kindness, meanness, honesty, or deceit, the world has a way of paying us back in spades.

February 15, 2008

9 Ways To Play

When Did You Last Play?

Most of us, when asked when we last played, would be likely to snort in derision (I’ve always wanted to snort at something in derision, but never have), and say, “I’m an adult. I have responsibilities.”

February 14, 2008

Your Brain and the Mozart Effect

Did you know that it’s suggested that listening to classical music, especially Mozart, can increase spatial intelligence? Read my article, Kickstart Your Brain with the

February 13, 2008

Don’t Just Think It – Do It!

How recently have you thought, or said, “Someone ought to do something about that”? If you’re like me, it hasn’t been all that long, and you’re probably a little embarrassed about that.

We all see needs when we look around.

February 13, 2008

Life Is Difficult and _________.

M. Scott Peck’s book The Road Less Traveled was very successful, selling steadily for year after year. Many people loved the book, many hated it but read the whole thing anyway. Most loved it.

But I wonder how many of us really accept Dr. Peck’s premise, “Life is difficult.” As Dr. Peck said, basically that’s the thing. Life is difficult. Not “life is difficult because…” Not “life is difficult but…”

February 11, 2008