10 Top Questions to Identify Your Strengths – Without The Struggle!

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Many people easily reel off their flaws and faults and yet stumble when asked to list their strengths. But to be happy, to succeed, to follow your bliss – it’s essential you identify your strengths and talents! Marianne Williamson said, … Continue reading →

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Get Rid Of Your Inner Critic with these 3 Simple Techniques!

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Whether you call it an “Inner Critic”, a “Gremlin” or your “Judge” we ALL have one. A part of us that ignores our achievements, and focuses on our flaws and mistakes – and then not only highlights them, but often … Continue reading →

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Being Told to be Grateful!

Why I’m Sick of Gratitude! And How It May Actually Be Bad For You!

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Who hasn’t heard over the last few years that gratitude is the way to happiness? “Gratitude is the attitude that determines your altitude!”  Even Oprah keeps a Gratitude Journal. The thing I hate about gratitude is that it feels like … Continue reading →

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Fierce Kindness Lion

Develop Fierce Kindness – And Have A Devoted Friend For Life!

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There are many forms of kindness but my absolute favourite is Fierce Kindness. Once claimed, Fierce Kindness boosts our confidence, self-esteem, keeps us on track – and becomes a life-long friend. What’s better is that Fierce Kindness is simply a … Continue reading →

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What Texas Hold’em Can Teach You About Success! By Guest Author Jan Carley

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I was recently introduced to a very popular game of poker called “Texas hold’em” in a low stakes friendly game with a bunch of novices on a Saturday night. As the game transpired, the personalities of the players came through … Continue reading →

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5 Deadly Terms Used by a Woman! Are You Offended Too?

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This was originally a post on Facebook – one of those that people ‘like’ and ‘share’ and it certainly made me smile – but it also left me feeling disappointed and a bit offended. Jokes reveal hidden truths about how … Continue reading →

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7 Simple Steps to Love Yourself Unconditionally, Be Happier and More Peaceful!

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I woke up this morning and even though I knew it was just a dream I felt rejected, unwanted and unloved. I thought, “How wonderful unconditional love must feel!” The best way I have seen unconditional love described is this: … Continue reading →

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Shocking Truths – 10 Real-Life Signs That You’re Addicted to Perfectionism

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So, this is a very personal article. Many of you will know that I’m a ‘recovering’ Perfectionist – and I still have to work at it. For most of my life I have been obsessed (sometimes literally) with getting things … Continue reading →

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10 Time Management Tips: Add an Hour to Your Day!

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Don’t think it’s possible? Try these 10 Time Management Tips to get more productive and give yourself back some precious time. 10 Time Management Tips To Add An Hour To Your Day: Make a list the night before of MAXIMUM … Continue reading →

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Not Making Progress on Your Goals? 3 Areas to Reflect on!

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An Important Lesson About Goals, learned from Gardening in the Rain! It was a long weekend, and on the holiday Monday I did something unusual: I gardened in the RAIN. Now, I’m usually a “fair weather gardener” – but on … Continue reading →

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