I have a paralyzing fear of public speaking, which is rarely an asset in stand-up comedy. It’s a fear that kept me from trying something I always wanted to do. After nearly 12 years of ignoring my desire to try stand-comedy, six months ago I decided I was done letting a fear determine who I was. Since then I have been on stage just short of 90 times and each time I wrestle my fears. Continue reading
We all know that a dog is man’s (and woman’s) best friend, but numerous scientific studies have also proven that dogs can improve human health. There’s no surprise here. Humans and dogs have been working together for thousands of years, and some scientists even believe the two species have evolved to live with one another. While having a pet will not improve your health if you never wanted a pet in the first place, animal lovers can reap numerous benefits from living with animals. Continue reading
“Front of the Room” confidence is important for managers, teachers, civic leaders, and others whose work requires speaking to groups. It can even be one of the keys to being perceived as a leader by others. One’s credibility is enhanced and one’s career can be advanced by being good and looking good in front of the room.
This confidence is rooted in having something to say, being organized, and knowing the audience. Many people struggle with these challenges especially when there is not much time to prepare. Continue reading
Self confidence is one of the most elusive, yet important traits in the human condition.
And achieving it is kind of like the holy grail in the self improvement space.
It alone can define your success, your relationships, your health and your happiness. Perhaps that’s why it is such a complex issue. Continue reading
You asked for it. And now it’s here.
Back in the fall, I sent a few questions to all of my readers asking what personal development issues would most interest you for a course. The resounding response was self-confidence.
Along with Barrie Davenport of the fabulous Live Bold and Bloom, I have created a 4-week interactive course on just that — how to improve your self-confidence, simply. It’s called Simple Self-Confidence, and it runs from March 3-30. Continue reading
Several months ago, I asked my readers to offer input on a potential topic for a course I was planning. The overwhelming majority requested a course on improving self-confidence. So along with my friend and fellow personal development blogger Barrie Davenport (from Live Bold and Bloom), we have created an interactive 4-week course on self-confidence. Continue reading
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