“You’re in charge of your mind. You can help it grow by using it in the right way.”- Carol Dweck
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“As we struggle with shopping lists and invitations, compounded by December’s bad weather, it is good to be reminded that there are people in our lives who are worth this aggravation, and people to whom we are worth the same.” – Donald E. Westlake
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“Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one.” – Hans Selye
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“Drag your thoughts away from your troubles… by the ears, by the heels, or any other way you can manage it.” – Mark Twain
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No matter what the occasion, music is a tie that binds us. Since Valentine’s Day is approaching, it’s the perfect time to reflect on those songs that fill us with love and nostalgic memories.
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Most people understand the concept that meditation can help you relax, focus, and even improve your emotional well being and physical health. However, how many of you realize that meditation can empower you to take conscious control of your life? By this I mean that you can let go of everything that you are unhappy about and create the joyful life you have always wished for.
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What’s the most common cliché you can think of? We’ve all heard them, and probably used them to explain many facets of life. Clichés often emerge in the face of challenges to help us make sense of a difficult situation. It’s a fact that everyone in life suffers (in different magnitudes) and we all have to find the strength to overcome whatever faces us. As such, when we want to be inspired or receive a little help now and then, we may turn to clichés. They seem helpful but actually can be quiet frustrating.
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Our beliefs were instilled at a very young age, and many of these beliefs are toxic and false. Our beliefs have been established from our past experiences and interactions with family, friends, teachers, church, the media, and culture. Fortunately we recognize the beliefs that hinder us and begin to shift our thinking and expectations to develop beliefs that serve our happiness and success. Our mind is like a garden and we can plant what we see fit.
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The idea that “we are what we think” has been around for centuries. Many of the greatest thinkers in history have taught that by altering what we think about and the beliefs we hold we can transform our life for the better. Despite this clear message that has proven true for many people, the majority of us will never change our negative thinking and limiting beliefs that run through our head on a daily basis. This is because we believe that we need different circumstances to have a positive attitude.
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What is the one area in your life that you consistently struggle with? You know the thing that you keep trying improve on, but end up falling back into old habits and patterns. On one shoulder there’s a little devil telling you be selfish and brash, and on the other, the voice of reason that keeps trying to guide you in the healthy and moral direction. Maybe this emerges when you’ve been trying to be a better leader, have more emotional stability, be more productive on the job, or be a better spouse or parent.
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