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Tag Archives: personal growth
The Subtle Power of Sending Love to Yourself and Others
Many years ago, I discovered the Hawaiian prayer of Ho’oponopono. It is the practice of getting into a meditative state and repeating the mantra: I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you. As I became comfortable with it … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Opinion, Philosophy
Tagged Doing Right, energy, forgiveness, ho’oponopono, intention, kindness, love, personal growth, prayer, self-actualization, words
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Do Your Civic Duty Using Only a Book
We have come to the final post in our series on the benefits of reading. You may think this does not affect you personally, but it does in an indirect way. Reading fosters healthy societal interaction and expansion. Down through … Continue reading
Fortify Your Health by Reading
Over the last few years, I tried out the old adage, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Then I found out that that’s not necessarily true. Maybe the saying should go like this, a book a day keeps … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Navigating Life
Tagged Alzheimer’s, Communication, Empathy, Health, memory, personal growth, Reading, self-actualization, self-care
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Reading for Personal Power – The Three Realms that Boost Your Potential
What is your most powerful tool for development, advancement, and gaining a competitive advantage? The answer is so simple and yet so profound – reading. It’s the secret that keeps on giving. Development Brain Power. If you want to develop … Continue reading
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Tagged Communication, competitive advantage, knowledge, personal development, personal growth, power, Reading
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The Power of Reading – An Overview
One of my most favorite activities is curling up with a good book and a cup of tea. I am an introvert and a highly sensitive person. People like me enjoy solitude and most of us love reading. I enjoy … Continue reading
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Tagged Communication, personal growth, Reading, self-actualization, storytelling
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Don’t Underestimate the Power of Words
In the world of advertising, words and images are the tools that compel people to buy a certain product. Copywriters are the word composers who create the text that make up that half of the equation. They are skilled in … Continue reading
Your Vital 7-Step Process for Making Good Choices During Times of Crisis
The pandemic. The war in Ukraine. Political strife at home. Internal unrest and prejudice within our borders. Economic fallout from all of these challenges. We live in very difficult times. Complicating this scenario is the fact that every decision we … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Navigating Life, Philosophy
Tagged choices, crisis, Decision-making, Doing Right, goals, knowledge, personal growth, self-actualization
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All Empathy is Positive, Right? Three Types and Their Consequences
Years ago, I worked in the downtown district of a major metropolitan area. While the atmosphere was mostly professional people, there was a homeless presence. One day as I was walking to my car, I was approached by one of … Continue reading
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Tagged altruism, compassion, doing good, Empathy, personal growth, self-actualization, sympathy
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Common Smarts or How to Avoid Looking Ridiculous
We all make mistakes, and we need to be tolerant of each other’s foibles. But there are ways to mitigate errors that cause you to look ridiculous. This was the lesson I took from an experience I had several weeks … Continue reading
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Tagged Communication, Intelligence, looking foolish, making mistakes, personal growth, self-actualization, smart
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A New Way of Looking at Your Gratitude Practice
Gratitude is an amazing emotion. According to Harvard Medical School, gratitude can supply positive emotions resulting in greater happiness. It can improve your health. Gratitude can also provide a means of dealing more effectively with adversity and assist in building … Continue reading
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Tagged Gratitude, Gratitude Practice, happiness, Health, intention, love, personal growth, self-actualization
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