5 Ways To Having The Happiest Valentines Day Ever! (Even When You're Alone) by Marla Sloane The thought of Valentine’s Day conjures up romantic evenings, a candlelight dinner, and long walks with your loved one. It is, without a doubt the most romantic day of the year. So how could you possibly be expected to enjoy Valentine’s Day when you’re alone? Well, while it might not be all hearts and flowers, you can still spread the message of Valentine’s Day: Love. Over the years, I’ve interviewed numerous people and asked them what their favorite Valentine’s Day memory was. Surprisingly, ve ... The Importance of Aligning Your Personal Goals With Your Business Goals Part 3 of a Series by Charles and Holly Egner Would you like to be sure that your personal goals are consistent with your business goals? (Yes) (No) You might have certain personal goals that are, or become, divergent to your business goals. For instance, let's say that you set clear personal goals to compete in the Iron Man Triathlon in Hawaii. Obviously, to compete in an arduous event like this you not only have to train rigorously, but you also have to qualify by competing in a number of prior triathlons, placing high enough in these e ... Your Responsibility by Kenia Morales The other day I decided to skip cooking dinner and ordered fast food, and I ended up finding an insect on it. My husband and I were shocked, grossed out, disappointed, and I do not know what else. The insect was not the only gift included; I also found the longest hair ever! After thinking about it, we concluded that it fell on the floor, and they decide to deliver the food anyways. I can easily put myself in their position and imagine; how effortless it is for them not to care because they are ... What Have You Done For YOU Lately? by Scott Foreman Is there a better, free invention than the 'to-do' list? How many of you use to-do lists? If you're organized and motivated enough to start (or even consider starting) a new business, I'll bet you not only use to-do lists, but have one within arm's length right now. Am I right? I'll admit that sometimes I get carried away. Don't tell anyone, but I've even put important items on the list that I already completed, just so I could cross them off. Yes, I've earned the right to be laughed at, but I ... Five Simple Ways to Organize Your Closet Today by Renu Dalal-Jain Do you have an overstuffed, bulging closet (or two) full of clothes, and yet wear the same three or four outfits repeatedly? Do you have few clothes and despair every time you put something on because you know it just does not look quite right? Would you like to be able to wear EVERYTHING you have in your closet? And know that you look good every time you do? Renu Dalal-Jain, a certified image consultant and the owner of Flair Consulting in Philadelphia, PA, works with men and women to help them ... Emotional Dependency or Emotional Responsibility by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Emotional dependency means getting one’s good feelings from outside oneself. It means needing to get filled from outside rather than from within. Who or what do you believe is responsible for your emotional wellbeing? There are numerous forms of emotional dependency: Dependence on substances, such as food, drugs, or alcohol, to fill emptiness and take away pain. Dependency on processes such as spending, gambling, or TV, also to fill emptiness and take away pain. Dependence on money to define one ... What Causes Holiday Stress? by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. The holidays are supposed to be a time of celebration when friends and families get together to share food, fun, gifts, and love. They are supposed to be a time of giving, caring and connection when we celebrate important and meaningful events. Why, then, are they often so stressful and what can we do to make them more fun and peaceful? Changing the holiday season from stressful to peaceful depends upon one thing: INTENT. Your intent is whatever is most important to you in any particular moment ... Addiction to Clutter by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Clutter is a big problem for many people. At a lecture that I gave, I asked for a show of hands regarding how many people had problems with clutter and disorganization. I was surprised to find that at least half the people raised their hands. One of my clients told me that she was trying to help her sister get back on her feet after her sister had been laid up with an illness and lost her job. Her sister’s house had always been a mess, and had become so filled with clutter that there was no plac ... Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life. Five simple ways to bring more peace and harmony to your life! by Marla Sloane When you change your thoughts, you change your life. The fastest way to achieve peace and harmony is to change your thinking. In order to change your outer world you must first change your inner world. Your thoughts dictate your behavior, and when you change your thought patterns, you will be changing your behavioral patterns as well. Altering your behavior will change the course of your life. Here are 5 simple ways to achieve peace and harmony. 1. Observe Your Internal Chatter. If you find your ... Do You Experience God? by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Connor, a man in his late 40’s, has achieved everything he ever thought he needed to feel happy and secure. He owns a successful business, has a wonderful wife and two children, and a beautiful home. Yet when you look at him, he doesn’t look happy. He looks empty, with no sense of vibrancy about him. His wife, Brianna. also has everything she ever wanted – a husband, children, financial security, successful work and a beautiful home. When you look at her, you see a person filled with aliveness a ... If There's Money in a Dead Mouse... by Raam Anand My 4 year old son was very excited. I had promised him to tell a wonderful story tonight. As usual, I got engrossed in my work till late evening when I suddenly remembered about my promise. I hurriedly searched my personal library to find a suitable story for my loved one. But, what I found astonished me... I'd never read that book before. I might have bought it a couple of years ago but never managed to read. This was a collection of short stories called The Jataka Tales One of the storie ... Could Your Thoughts Sabotage Your Happiness?Take this quiz and find out. by Marla Sloane Women are conditioned to be people pleasers. Women are taught to be “nice” even if that’s means comprising their happiness, and often times that is exactly what happens. We have a tendency to do, and say things just so the other person’s feelings don’t get hurt. How many times have you wanted to say something, but thought, you can’t say that, they might think you’re too harsh, or unpleasant. Times have changed, and now women are accepting their authenticity with grace and happiness. How did they ... Empty Nest Syndrome by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Paula’s last child had just gone off to college and Paula was struggling with a deep inner emptiness. While she knew this day was coming, she was not really prepared for the intense hollowness that welled up within. After all, she had a life of her own. Her work as an occupational therapist, which she had gone back to after all her three children were in school, was fulfilling to her. She was fortunate in having been able to schedule her time to be home when her children came home from school so ... How Stressed Out Are You? Take this quiz and see how you rate on your stress level! by Marla Sloane Stress, America’s #1 health problem, is a leading cause of major illness. Heart disease, high blood pressure, and depression are just some of the harmful effects of stress. Research has shown that releasing stress and learning how to relax promotes a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Take this quiz and see how you rate on your stress level! 1. I make time for myself every day. 2. I have a tendency to take on other people’s responsibilities. 3. I say “no” without feeling guilty. 4. I ... Not Getting What You Want in Life?Your Thoughts Could Be the Culprit by Marla Sloane Unhappy? Stressed out? Do you feel you not only want more fun in your life, but you need more fun in your life? You seem to be doing all the right things, but yet you still feel unfulfilled. So, what’s wrong? You want that feeling of happiness again, like that sense of pleasure you had as a child when you saw your first rainbow. But now you feel like you aren’t getting what you want out of life, and it’s leaving you feeling disheartened. The answer could be that your thoughts are sabotaging your ... Do You Suffer From The "Chef" Personality? by John Flynn As a chef I have a unique perspective on anger. In my time I have worked with the greatest in the finest kitchens of Europe. And I know what the pressure of the cooking kitchen is. I have seen the casualties and the conflicts - the ruined lives and the personal heartache of those who could only cope by indulging in drink, drugs, sex or gambling. You're probably familiar with the stereotype of the mad chef. You've seen it on TV in programmes like the aptly named Hell's Kitchen with Gordon Ramsey. ... The Gift of Failure by Jean Fritz During this Thanksgiving holiday, we are reminded to reflect on the bounty in our lives. Most of us have jobs, family, a place we call home and food on the table, and for these things and our ability to obtain them we should be grateful. But what about those who are struggling with financial difficulties, bad relationships, or employment problems? Do they owe any thanks for their circumstances? Can failure really be a gift in disguise? FAILURES TEACH US ABOUT PROCESS Thomas Edison tried over 9,0 ... Life After Life ... Death Is Merely a Changing Room by Edward B. Toupin, Ph.D. Since I awoke from my three month coma in August of 2004, I have been asked many times about what I remembered and experienced. After looking over my notes and speaking with my wife and some of the medical professionals involved, I decided that it might be a good idea to write a short overview of these experiences. They were both wonderful and frightening, but the lessons I learned and the gift I was given are worth more than anything I could ever experience again. When I awoke, I was told about ... 3 Easy Ways to Reduce Stress by Marla Sloane Stress, America’s #1 health problem, is a leading cause of major illness. In fact, heart disease, high blood pressure, and depression are just some of the harmful effects of stress. Research has shown that releasing stress and learning how to relax promotes a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Here are 3 easy ways to reduce your stress fast. 1. Breathe Deeply Take 3 slow deep breaths. Taking the breath from your diaphragm, through your nose, holding for about 2 seconds and then slowly ... Cell Phone Abuse. Are You A Victim? by Andrew Lawrence ... Beyond Her Grasp by Wayne and Tamara Direct Answers - Column for the week of November 22, 2004 I am a woman, 42, who three years ago married a wonderful man who will be 48 on his next birthday. I love him very, very much. The only problem is our sex life is horrible. Pretty much nonexistent. I can safely say we have had sex maybe 20 times in our six year relationship. When I've tried numerous times to talk to him, he gets defensive and says, There's nothing wrong with me. He also says, if I want to have sex, I should just say so. B ... Discerning The Loving Heart by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. How often have you had the experience of connecting with someone – a friend or a potential partner – who turns out to be an uncaring person? At first you think this is a really good person, and then down the line you discover that the person is self-centered, narcissistic, angry and uncaring. You wonder how you could be so wrong, and what can you do differently next time? I have discovered in my 35 years of counseling that people seem to decide very early in their lives whether or not they want ... Dating in the New Millenium by Melissa Seifert Over the past 20 years the face of dating has gone through some noticeable changes. Traditional methods of finding a date would be to rely on friends to play matchmaker or to attend bars, various different social events and parties. We now rely on internet service providers to open the doors for romance. Whether we like it or not, the internet has changed our lives especially in the way we date and meet people. Men and women have moved their search for love to the internet simply because it is t ... Are You Controlling or Loving Yourself? by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. How often do you hear a parental voice in your head that says things like, “You’ve got to lose weight,” or “You should get up earlier every morning and exercise,” or “Today I should get caught up on the bills,” or “I’ve got to get rid of this clutter.” Let’s explore what happens in response to this voice. We have a very good reason for judging ourselves: the judgmental part of us believes that by judging, criticizing, “shoulding” ourselves, we will motivate ourselves to take action and therefore ... Discovering Your Passion and Purpose by Margaret Paul, Ph.D. “I can’t seem to discover why I’m on the planet.” “What is my purpose here? I know there’s something I’m supposed to be doing, but I don’t know how to find out what it is.” “I don’t seem to be passionate about anything.” I’ve heard these complaints over and over from my clients. Discovering our passion and purpose is vital to our joy and well-being. The problem is that many people have lost touch with any sense of their passion and purpose and have no idea how to access this information. The blu ... | ||||||
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