Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Our Attitude Toward Life Determines Life's Attitude Towards Us!



There's a well-known quote that goes "Our attitude toward life determines life's attitude
towards us." Attitudes do make a difference. Salesmen using the ideal attitude beat their sales quotas; students using the proper attitudes make A's. Suitable attitudes pave the way to a truly happy married life.

Correct attitudes make you powerful in coping with other people to ensure that it is possible to be effective as a leader. Among the very first qualities men and women notice when they meet you is what you r attitude is towards whatever you're responsible for. If your attitudes are negative, then you might want to undergo an "attitude tune-up".

Fully grasp the importance of attitude.
Your attitude impacts every little thing you do, feel and say. If you wish to turn your attitude about and get into action towards your destiny, you might want to have the ability to resist negative or pessimistic thoughts that creep into your consciousness surround yourself with positive men and women, and maintain in mind your ultimate objective of achieving the, respect, good results and wealth which you deserve.

Opt to remain positive.
Power to choose is God given. You are going to encounter some hurdles and encounter some failures in life; but is really crucial that you simply manage how you respond to whatever takes place, and maintain your positive attitude , whilst working towards your objectives. The bible says "I have set before of you blessings and curses, life and death. So choose life" What will likely be your choice? Program" your attitude by training yourself to remain upbeat. Identify negative attitudes that continually set you back.

Assess your present day attitude and identify aspects of which could be stopping you from becoming prosperous. What are the underlying causes of one's negative attitudes? Remind yourself that you simply are far better than you believe. Take a walk if you are frustrated. Just look at life as you walk until the disappointment is out of your system.

Determine to live your life with purpose and passion.
Reassess exactly where you wish your life to go and all which you would like to accomplish. Get a clear vision, to ensure that you've got something to reach for. When you have got your objectives firmly established, then you'll be able to turn your new positive attitudes into action.

Create a method for sustaining the proper attitude. Prepare yourself to deal with any difficult scenarios that may well threaten your attitudes and throw you off course. You ought to create some self-motivation tactics like affirmations, visualization, positive talk, enthusiasm and heightened expectations Read books and articles on these subjects and build understanding and abilities to boost your attitude.

Follow the five steps outlined above, and create attitudes which will transform your life and assure that you get the success you deserve.



Author: David H Evans
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Monday, October 21, 2013

Steps to Level down Your Boiling Point



At first, I was not taking all this serious, but when such sayings happen to me often I was sure that I have to tackle this. Though it was not easy and otherwise no one was there to guide me over this.
This epoch is full of tensions and troubles which act as catalyst in raising your anger. Traffic Jam, avoidance by people, ill-managed time and financial loss are some reasons which are very common today and induces anger.
Your aggression not only harms you, but also others to whom you vent your ire. Anger leads to unnecessary wordings and shouting, which is not good for anyone.
You are the one who first identify your anger symptoms, like irritation over petty things or not getting someone's attention. So, you have to tackle it before it becomes too big.

Today, you can find countless articles on Anger Management which has detailed remedies for anger. But you know what, self-control is easy and with regular practice you can control it. Here are some steps which one should follow in case of anger:

• Don't say anything hurriedly. Close your eyes and remove that problem from your mind.
• Take heavy breath at least five times.
• Drink cold water as it eases your anger to a great level.
• Listen to your favorite song. It is said that music can change the mood instantly and can bring a smile to someone's face. So, make the best of it.
• Never use abuses in your daily routine otherwise it would surely come up along with your anger.
• Talk to your close friends and share everything calmly.
• Though it seems that coffee or tea eases your tension, but actually they don't do such thing. Rather, they harm your body.
• Forgiveness is something which you must try to possess.
• If there is something which you think must be answered, then analyze the situation and use proper words to convey your feelings.
The reason behind this is also poor diet and unhealthy eating habits. Your eating habits should consist of healthy foods not junk foods.
Always remember that Anger is energy, which is better to keep for essential usage and not to be waste on vague things.
Make yourself strong enough to avoid any insipid things and move on with smiley face!


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Sunday, October 20, 2013

Getting Rid of Social Nervousness or Anxiety: Few Simple Tactics



In this modern world, shyness can be detrimental at times. The world is full of people who are extroverts. These people generally tend to have a lot of fun and a good number of friends. When success is concerned, extroverted people can go much further than their introvert counterparts in most cases since they know how to adapt themselves to social situations. They, moreover, do not really suffer from loneliness or depression a lot. There is nothing bad in becoming outgoing by leaving shyness behind; because doing that just means that you want to enjoy your life as much as possible!


Most people who are shy tend to think before speaking, and this can put pressure on others during a social interaction. So go ahead, and stop thinking. It does not matter much in most situations in life. When, however, it is something really important like an interview, you may want to think before speaking though! But when it is about normal social encounters, you can just let yourself flow without much thoughts. Express what you have to say, and say it quickly. Do not wait or think much, just let the words out! This strategy alone can help your conversational skills go a step further.

For most shy people, becoming comfortable with family members or close friends is easy. The ride gets tough only when it comes to people they do not know very well. However, comfort level and conversation skills are not inborn talents in most cases, and you can improve these two skills when you practice more and more in the real world. So go out and talk to people whom you do not know well. Your first few times are going to be hard of course, but eventually, you will become comfortable and it will not seem like work at all. In fact, you will start to enjoy the journey sooner than you think! Acting naturally around people is important, and when you are not comfortable around people you do not know well, you limit yourself during social situations. Besides, when you spend time with a person you do not know, you begin to know that person well, which helps in building comfort!

When it is about decreasing your nervousness of talking to other people, a lot of useful tricks come truly handy. Techniques that help you relax suggest to your brain that there is nothing you should be afraid of during social encounters. This kind of tactics decrease anxiety levels, and you being to relax physically too as a result!

Practicing relaxation is one of the best things you can do when it is about killing nervousness or anxiety. This process takes time, but the effort you put is worth it. What you should do is make relaxation a part of your routine. Do not just try to relax once during an anxiety attack and leave it at that. Instead, implement your strategy of being relaxed every day, and increase it bit by bit. If you try to be too relaxed too soon, there is a good chance that you will fail. So move slowly, but keep moving! Bear in mind that meditations help a lot too.
If you would like to know more about overcoming shyness, then visit my blog on shyness and social anxiety.




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Thursday, September 26, 2013

Blame: Why Do Some People Always Blame Others?

For change to take place and progress to be made, there needs to an element of responsibility. And this applies to all areas of one's life; without it, something might stay as it is or simply get a lot worse.
But while this is evident, it doesn't mean that someone will take responsibility for what happens to them. There are people who may take responsibility for some things and not others. And then there will be people who renounce all responsibility.
When something first happens it might be normal to feel that someone is to blame and as time passes, one can bring their focus back to themselves. And then start to look at what they can do to deal with what has happened or how to move on from what has happened.
Moving On
If one is in a place of blame, they might soon forget about it and move on with their life. But, they could also hold onto this blame and this can depend on how much of an impact the experience has had on their life. It could be something that has caused so much pain that one holds onto it for many, many years and even their whole life.
There are often certain situations where blame appears the most and this is typically related how much control one feels they had over what took place and how much control they have after it has taken place.
Common Examples
There is no doubting that blame that can occur around anything and everything. And yet there are some common experiences where blame arises. Some people blame their parents for what they are like and how there life has turned out. Other people blame their partners for not being allowed to do what they want and for losing their freedom for instance.
One could blame their ex partners for causing them so much pain and suffering. Another example is when someone blames the society that they are in for what they have or don't have in life. It is also possible for one to blame the education system for not giving them the grades or career that they wanted. The health care system or ones doctor could also be blamed for how unhealthy one is.
Under The Blame
So while in some cases blame can be appropriate and beneficial, it is often a cover up for something deeper. To blame someone or something can cause a release and settle one's mind for a short time. But under the blame can be a feeling of having no control and of being powerless.
For one to face this head on can be too painful and pointing the finger at an external source can stop one from having to face how they truly feel about what has happened. However, all the time these feelings are there, the need to blame someone else will continue.
Regulation
So what blame allows one to do is to regulate how they are feeling. These feelings of being powerless are not going away though and this pain will only be dealt with momentarily. One could end up being trapped in a blame cycle and be unable to get out of it.
It is normal for the mind to seek pleasure and to avoid pain and this means one might not even be aware of why they are in a place of blame. To them, blame could be the only option available.
Role Models
And while there is the factor of one wanting to avoid how they a really feeling in regards to what has happened, there are also others factors in causing one to blame others and to not take responsibility. One of those factors in the kind of role models they have had throughout their life.
On factor is that the more powerless people become at a local level and at a global level, the more common blame will become. The other factor is that the more blame there is in the world, the more people will mimic this behaviour and see it as normal. So there are at least two causes at work here. And each one will perpetuate the other.
There are plenty of people who don't take responsibility in the public eye and one can also have friends, family and colleagues who are the same. Their early upbringing could have included family members who blamed everyone else for their challenges and didn't own them. And this could have been the result of them also feeling powerless.
Self Fulfilling Prophecy
If one does feel powerless and that they have no control, they could unconsciously attract situations into their life where they are taken advantage off. So without knowing it, they are creating a self fulfilling prophecy. This could relate to painful experiences that were not processed in their adult life and due to what happened to them as a child; when they felt powerless to do anything.
This then becomes a form of indirect revenge; with one repeating the same patterns over and over again. These situations give one the opportunity to express their repressed anger that occurred through feeling hopeless. And until one deals with the emotional pain that exists on the inside, they will continue to attract people and situations that cause them to see blame as being justified.
Awareness
There are clearly many different sides to blame and different approaches that one can take here. If one feels that taking responsibility for what is taking place would be too overwhelming and that blame is the only way they can cope, then it might be necessary to seek some kind of assistance.
This could be a therapist that allows one to release their trapped feelings and emotions. As one starts to let go off their feelings of being powerless and hopeless and therefore understanding their personal power, the need to blame others will start to diminish.


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Monday, September 16, 2013

Life Coaching by Lorene Cowan Announces Special Outreach Initiatives for National Wellness Week


                Including First International Expansion for the Rapidly Growing Company


NEW YORK – September 16, 2013 – Life Coaching by Lorene Cowan, one of the leading life coaching firms in the nation, announced today a special program to help bring affordable career, life and wellness coaching services to those in need in the community as part of National Wellness Week taking place September 16 through 22.

“There are many people in our community that are still affected by the economic crisis and need some assistance with one-on-one career and life preparation coaching,” Cowan said. “That’s why we are offering some very special outreach efforts during this important time.”

For all first time clients, Cowan will be donating one hour of coaching for free with the purchase of one hour during National Wellness Week valid for up to one year not to be used with any other promotions. She is also offering discounted rates for businesses and organizations that would like to have her speak on various wellness topics.
 “I really want to get out in the community and enable others to succeed in the future,” Cowan said. “The power of having a life and career coach is amazing and it is a passion I would love to share with others.”
She is available to provide her service to clients nationwide via phone, Skype and even announced today her first efforts to take her successful program worldwide.

Last year, National Wellness Week events took place in 36 states and Puerto Rico. According to the United States Department of Health and Human Services, the initiative sought to focus on the intellectual dimension by harnessing the power of creative expression and encouraged individuals and communities to make time for a creative activity to promote wellness.

“I hope my effort will help people feel more empowered to change their lives,” Cowan said. “We all have the power inside of us to really make this an amazing world.”

For more information about Lorene Cowan, or to book coaching time with her during National Wellness Week, please call 925-LOR-ENE1, email info@lifecoachingbylc.com or visit her website at www.lifecoachingbylc.com.

About Lorene Cowan

Lorene is a graduate from St John’s University with a Bachelor of Science in Communications. She has had the opportunity over the years to work and speak to some of the most dynamic groups of entrepreneurs from all over the country. Lorene has worked on various projects in real estate, entertainment, television, fashion, wellness and the beauty industry. With her entrepreneurial and wellness back ground she has helped guide individuals through specific and or overall aspects of their lives - from creating marketing strategies for their company’s growth to working through personal life issues as well as managing wellness they maybe neglecting because of their busy life style.

Not only does she work with entrepreneurs, but she also works with everyone from the stay-at-home mom to the career climbers, seekers, and those in between. Lorene finds herself lucky to be touched by, and have the ability to work with, the lives of so many unique individuals and groups. The desire to help others take their business and lives to the next level gave birth to Life Coaching by Lorene Cowan, a Lifestyle Management Company. Lorene also brings her unique combination of personality traits (creative, balanced, etc.) along. Whatever your background - Lorene is looking forward to help you nurture and take your life to the next level.

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