You are Unique: Live it Well
Other people want you to change your opinion to suit them but they won’t change to suit you. They just go on living their lives. How does that work? – Quote by My wife, 2010
John Donne said “the death of any man diminishes me” but I think a worse fate than being dead is dying inside – being diminished – while you live.
That is what happens when you poison your growth through letting others diminish, marginalize and demoralize you from reaching your potential. Let me tell you, living in fear of other peoples’ opinions sucks. I know. I’ve done it. Read the Rest of This Article »
Four Steps To Tap Into The Power Of Fear
Fear is something you probably avoid at all costs.
If you’re nervous in elevators, you might take the stairs.
If you’re afraid of heights, you probably wouldn’t go on a skiing vacation.
And if you’re scared of the ocean, the beach is most likely not on your list of hot spots is it?
But have you ever thought about what it really costs you when you try to live without fear? Read the Rest of This Article »
Day 37: 3 Simple Ways Gratitude Can Change Your Life – It Works!
What is the single biggest roadblock to your dreams?
Fear.
Is fear of the unknown, fear of losing control, or fear of making the wrong decision keeping you from the life you’ve been longing to live? Is your confidence being sucked dry by your fears?
I have the perfect antidote – gratitude.
The power of gratitude is unrivaled by any other emotion, even love. In gratitude there can be no fear. If you don’t believe me, the next time you are afraid or worrying about the future, stop and be grateful for anything, then notice what happens. Read the Rest of This Article »
Why Nothing Is Scarier Than Change
This post is inspired by another blog post – by Catherine Caine at Cash and Joy.
In that post, an (imaginary) therapist and client are having a conversation, which goes in part like this:
‘And what’s the worst thing that could happen if you don’t follow that dream?’
‘Nothing.’
‘Which is scarier?’
‘The nothing.’
And I looked at that, and thought, “There’s a mission for me. Help people to see that the nothing is scarier than following your dream.”
Change is simple, but it isn’t easy
The thing about personal development and personal change is that it’s simple. There are really no magic bullets. There are a few tips and tricks, some things that make it easier, definitely, but the basic idea is simple: Pay attention to the right stuff, take consistent action, and you can achieve pretty much anything. Read the Rest of This Article »
Day 74:How to Embrace Your Fear (Even if It’s Weighing You Down)
What are you afraid of?
What keeps you rooted to your comfort zone?
What keeps you from taking chances?
What keeps you from living the life you want?
I’ve lived much of my life afraid. Afraid to take chances – what if I fail? Afraid to stand out – what if someone laughs at me? Afraid to reach out to others – what if they reject me?
My fears weren’t unfounded. I had a hard time making friends as a kid. I DID stick out. I was goofy, geeky, and was into comic books, Dungeons & Dragons, and reading horror and sci-fi books, when other kids were playing sports, partying, and doing whatever it was that cool kids did.
So I set up barriers. I found a menial job which was unfulfilling but safe. I ate for comfort, turning my body into a barrier. And aside from a few good friends, I kept to myself. Read the Rest of This Article »
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