Ever wonder why some people say can’t while others say won’t? One reflects a limitation beyond your control, while the other reveals an attitude and a choice. Despite this difference, both often yield the same result: a failure to achieve a goal or complete a task. Understanding the distinction could reshape how you see challenges… [Read More]
Are You Down in the Dumps? Take This Challenge
How much of your day is consumed by negative thoughts? Take this challenge. For the next week, there will be no complaining, no worrying, no judgement, no jealousy, and no self-defeating thoughts. That means that you must be optimistic, see the good in everything, and be a positive influence in other people’s lives. I know… [Read More]
If You Believe You Can’t, You Won’t
What describes your way of thinking? Are you more likely to say, “Why them and not me?” or “If they can do it, so can I?” Your answer to that question will either motivate you to reach new heights or discourage you from even trying. If you believe you can’t, you won’t. When you believe… [Read More]
How to Have a Fresh Perspective
One of the most valuable skills you can have is the ability to think clearly and rationally — to process information, exhibit good judgment, engage in intelligent problem solving, and make smart decisions. But this skill is sometimes elusive. Here are 15 essential principles to ensure that you have a fresh perspective. Keep Things in… [Read More]
Soul Food: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
Think about all the time that you spend taking care of your body: the organic food, the vitamin supplements, and — who can forget — the exercise! Do you focus the same amount of attention on your personal development? The fact is, your mindset matters more than you think. Your attitude, outlook, and self-confidence can… [Read More]
Are People Invisible to You?
We talk down to the waitress like she’s our gofer. We shout instructions to the underling as though he’s a fool. We look away from the homeless man as if he doesn’t exist. To some folks, these people are invisible. Did you ever consider that these people have pride like you and me, they have… [Read More]
Do You Have a Healthy Mindset?
Think about all the time that you spend taking care of your body: the organic food, the vitamin supplements, and, who can forget — the exercise. Do you focus the same amount of attention on your attitude, outlook, and self-confidence? The fact is, your mindset and view of the world can have a significant impact… [Read More]