Say It Aint So

For years, many of us heard the phrase "Knowledge is Power." We actively devoured books upon books to advance our knowledge in the hopes of gaining power. Some of us even adopted the attitude that I can learn anything from a book. Yes, knowledge is powerful, but knowledge alone will... Read More

10 Ways to Overcome Procrastination: The Challenge for Tomorrow!

Did you realize that as much as 47% of the time we spend on-line has nothing whatsoever to do with our work? In 1978 15% of the population stated that they do procrastinate somewhat. Only 1% admitted to chronic procrastination. In 2002 the numbers quadrupled! 60% of people stated that... Read More

A Woman?s Road To True Beauty

We live in a world where society dictates the norm. In today's society, beauty becomes so stringent that many women develop distorted views of body images and become frustrated at not being able to obtain the "ideal figure." Some women are so dissatisfied with their body size that they are... Read More

Change - The Skill Of Adapting To The Inevitable

Change your thoughts and you change your world. -Norman Vincent PealeNot surprising, one of the core reasons that hinder us from the realization our innermost goals and desires is our inability to be flexible.Sad, but true! We do everything we can to eliminate any type of potential suffering in our... Read More

A Wake Up Call

The story below is a true story that happened in September.During the month of September, a dear friend of mine lost her husband suddenly in an accident. The tragedy was a shock to everyone.This accident was sudden and certainly unexpected. It drove home the realization that you just don't know... Read More

Self-Motivation for Trainers

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SELF-MOTIVATION FOR TRAINERS: Lack of self-motivation is an unfortunate side effect of our accelerated times. Many people today are cynical and disillusioned or feel that to appear sophisticated, they must become so. They find it difficult to muster a feeling of energetic conviction toward any subject. In... Read More

Face Your Fears

Yes, that's me up there! Interestingly enough, I used to be deathly afraid of heights. I'm not suggesting para sailing is the best way to overcome a fear of heights but it worked for me. Sometimes, the only way through a fear is to meet it head on. That's what... Read More

What Motivates You?

As a life-long student of personal development, I've attended dozens of motivational seminars, listened to hundreds of tapes, and read untold books on the subject of motivation . I've presented motivational seminars. And yet there is one elemental truth that seems often overlooked. That is: no one can motivate you,... Read More

What Makes You Special?

Many people are too busy today trying to fit themselves into the image of other people. This ranges from physical appearance to dressing mannerism right to extreme character imitations.And although I can understand the underlying feelings of insecurity which trigger such actions, still it goes without saying that this 'unhealthy'... Read More

Does Your Battery Need Recharging?

A technical support person in a pager company tells the story of a customer call to the customer service center from a man who repeatedly complained he was being paged by "Lucille." He was instructed that he would have to call her and tell her to stop paging him."She don't... Read More

Danger In The Comfort Zone

I don't know who said it or where I heard it, but I'm sure it was brought to my attention by a sales trainer somewhere, at some time during my journey through the maze of countless sales trainings and seminars that I have attended over the years, but it does... Read More

Anxiety & Panic ? Make Your Information Work for You

Whether you suffer from anxiety and panic attacks or not, there is a lesson in here for everyone.Some year's back my husband and I got our selves into a bit of a pickle where money is concerned (probably something quite a few people can relate to). Of course I wanted... Read More

Finding A Cure for I Disease

The 21-year-old rookie cop had his big chance to brag on himself at his big news conference. "How do you feel about being the one to capture Eric Rudolph, FBI's Most Wanted?" the reporter asked. The young man's reply: "I was just doing my job, sir. It was all in... Read More

7 Magical Ways To Stop Procrastination

There are a number of techniques to help you stop procrastination once and for all. If you can stop procrastination in your life just think about what you could accomplish and how much better you would feel.People who procrastinate in excess are prone to feelings of guilt, anxiety and powerlessness.... Read More

Harnessing the Power of the Unknown: Move from Repeating the Past to Re-inventing the Future

The Unknown - it is scary territory for many, something to be avoided for others and shameful for those who feel they are supposed to know everything. What is your relationship with the Unknown? Take a moment to ponder it because your attitude towards and experience of this is what... Read More

DAMAGED

On the J-O-B. That's where I met him. Quentin Cole was his name. Everyone called him Q for short. Q was an extremely attractive man. He was 6'2", had the waviest-curliest-jet-black hair that you ever saw. This man had the deepest dimples, hazeliest of green eyes, and a physique to... Read More

Procrastination: Make It Work FOR You!

Man, I love to procrastinate! And I'm pretty darn good at it, too. Would you believe I started writing this article almost six months ago? Yep. But then I found lots of ways to, well, procrastinate. But I guess you've already figured that out...During these months, though, I've learned a... Read More

Journaling - A Tool for Healing and Growth

The word "journal" comes from the French. It dates back to the 14th century and means daily. As recently as April 26, 1999, "Newsweek" magazine ran an article entitled "Pen, Paper, & Power. Confessional Writing can be Good for You."Recently, the JAMA had completed a study in which sick participants... Read More

The Top Ten Strategies to Employ When You Feel Like Quitting

Ever feel like quitting? "Are you kidding?" you ask, "A better question would be, 'How many times TODAY have I felt like quitting?' " Sure. We've all felt like "throwing in the towel" at one time or another. If you haven't, I suggest that you check your pulse quickly. And... Read More

Christian Gladiators? Athletics as a Metaphor for the Christian Lifestyle

When Paul first arrived in Corinth in the middle of his second missionary journey, Acts 18:2-3 reports that he joined Aquila and Priscilla in the occupation of making tents. This fits in well with what Paul himself wrote at about that same time. For example, in 1 Thess. 1:9, he... Read More

Making the Invisible Visible: The WOW Behind the HOW!

"We must be the change we wish to see in the world." -GandhiWhen was the last time that you truly marveled at something?Can you remember the exact time and place?One of the characteristics that I find very attractive in people is an ability to nurture a sense of "wonder" about... Read More

What is Your Challenge

January is almost over.Why do most New Year's Resolutions fail?By now, many New Years resolutions would be thrown out,forgotten, shrugged off. There is always next year.Why do they fail? Perhaps, because these resolutions arerenewed, recycled, reworded every New Year, without a serious intent of fulfilling them.Without a plan. It soundsgood... Read More

Constructive Tips About Retrenchment

This article provides constructive tips about facing retrenchment and moving on with new career opportunities.1) Don't take it personally.Your retrenchment should not lower your self-esteem. You have to pick up your confidence as your family needs your financial contribution. A job does not define the true worth of a person.2)... Read More

If Not Now, When?

How many times have you made excuses for putting off something you really needed or wanted to do? Probably too many times to count. It is all too easy to get in the habit of putting the desires of your heart on hold. You may have been taught to put... Read More

Struggling With Juggling

'The trick to juggling is determining which balls are made of rubber and which ones are made of glass.' --AnonAre you juggling too many things at once and are you finding it a real struggle not to let any of the balls drop? Almost everyone is juggling more than one... Read More

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Federer's motivation for the game remains high even after marriage
International Business Times
Love all in tennis is as another term for no score, but for many players, the emotion of love is a distraction to lose focus on the court. ...
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Telegraph.co.uk (blog)
MSM Overlooks Discovery Gunman's Motivation
Hot Air (blog)
A gunman armed with explosives took hostages yesterday at Discovery Channel's headquarters in suburban Washington. A standoff with police that lasted ...
Environmental debate flows from Discovery hostage crisisWashington Post (blog)
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Motivation 3.0
Washington Post (blog)
But Ethics of the Fathers suggest that intrinsic motivation might just be enough. The reward is profoundly connected to the effort. ...

Stem-Cell Plaintiffs Cite Ethical Motivation
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WASHINGTON—The two scientists behind the lawsuit that has temporarily blocked federal funding for embryonic stem-cell ...

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FALL SPORTS PREVIEW: A missed opportunity is motivation
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Kyle Bonenfant hasn't forgetten his second-place finish at the Class A state individual golf championship last fall ...

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MiamiHerald.com
Alabama Football 2010: There Are No Questions, It's Time To See What They Can Do
Bleacher Report
He stated: "Talent is what you are capable of doing, your motivation is what you do (compels you to take action), and your attitude reflects how you do it. ...
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SB Nation Bay Area (blog)
COLLEGE FOOTBALL - Bears' legacy gives Vereen motivation
San Francisco Chronicle
Vereen helped Cal knock off Arizona last season as he carried 30 times for 159 yards and a touchdown. Call it the Stout Blue Line, although it's getting ...
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New York Daily News
AJ Burnett gets back on track as Yankees win
Boston Herald
"I don't need motivation from the manager to get going," said Burnett, charged with three runs on six hits. "I think what I've been through this year, ...
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Kansas City Star
Kelly: Notre Dame backup QB derby not decided
Chicago Breaking Sports - Tribune
I think if you have great morale and you have a trust within your group, that creates, you know, that intrinsic motivation that is so necessary for any ...
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Kansas DTs stick together
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But I use that as motivation that I am a little guy, and I'm going to show you what I can do.” KU defensive line coach Buddy Wyatt said Dorsey thrived at ...
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