Articleburnhttp://www.articleburn.comfree submit original articleen-EN Sun, 06 Jul 2008 05:00:48 GMTCopyright 2007 articleburn.comSharpening Your Presentation Skillshttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35287-sharpening-your-presentation-skills.html PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required. Mail to: eagibbs@ureach.com Regard ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTWhat is Your Recovery Rate?http://www.articleburn.com/articles35340-what-is-your-recovery-rate.html What is your recovery rate? How long does it take you to recover from actions and behaviours that upset you? Minutes? Hours? Days? Weeks? How long? The longer it takes you to recover the more influence that incident has on your actions, the less able you are to perform to your personal best. In a nutshell the longer ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTWhy focusing on motivation can be your biggest downfall in your quest for success.http://www.articleburn.com/articles35377-why-focusing-on-motivation-can-be-your-biggest-downfall-in-your-quest-for-success.html Have you ever wondered why some people are able to make their dreams a reality while others’ hopes and dreams remain only a fantasy? What is it that propels some people to higher level of fulfillment; lifestyle and happiness while others remain stuck at the lover level their entire lives? Life is too short to waste on a trea ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTSuccess and Your Self-Esteemhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35395-success-and-your-selfesteem.html Copyright 2005 Daniel SitterSelf-esteem, the manner in which one feels about herself at the deepest level, influences virtually every aspect of our lives, hence whether we are successful or not. No kidding, it is that important. If we were all brutally honest with ourselves, each of us would quietly confess some feeli ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTMotivational Art Printshttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35398-motivational-art-prints.htmlThere is no reason why your home office should only be characterized by books, papers and gadgets. Taking the time to personalize your work space can have immense benefits for your state of mind. In particular, surrounding yourself with motivational art can fuel productivity and inspire you to achieve more. Decorating your hom ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTWhat Rules!http://www.articleburn.com/articles35508-what-rules.html There are things that we do automatically internally that we don't even realize are the things that make us who we are. Our own rules for living that we hardly ever question, and even less frequently examine. A few months ago I made a statement in a small group of co-workers concerning the fact that so ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTThe Power Within Is Yours!http://www.articleburn.com/articles35525-the-power-within-is-yours.htmlHow many times have you said "If Only I could Do That" I used to say that to myself very often, till I realized that I can do Anything I want, if I want it enough! Lately, I don't really set goals, I just think them, and work toward accomplishing them, a day at a time. I see myself having already accomplished the task I s ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTOpen Up The Flow To A Fulfilled Lifehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35565-open-up-the-flow-to-a-fulfilled-life.htmlOpen Up The Flow To A Fulfilled Life © 2002 Helaine Iris I had a really neat experience this morning. I was having a conversation with a friend when he suddenly asked me to chat with his wife and briefly explain what "life coaching" was about. Although I was a bit surprised by his sudden request, I happily agre ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTHow to choose the right goals to focus onhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35568-how-to-choose-the-right-goals-to-focus-on.html Sometimes setting goals alone is not the only problem that you must face. Sometimes, choosing the right goals to begin with is harder. Basically, you can choose to work any goal that you feel is necessary for your health, stability and happiness. Goal setting is nothing more than a formal process for personal planning ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTHenry Ford Was a Failure!http://www.articleburn.com/articles35577-henry-ford-was-a-failure.htmlHe is also a shining example of his own assertion that "Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently." In 1928, Henry Ford set out to increase his bottom line by exerting more control over his supply chain - now called vertical integration - and began the process of creat ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTI Found Love at a Online Dating Sitehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35604-i-found-love-at-a-online-dating-site.htmlOver the past few years, I discovered a few personality traits about myself that I wanted to change. When it comes to relationships I have had a hard time changing. I am stubborn. And, I don't like change. Sometimes, when you are set in your ways, change is hard. Finding love has always been hard for me. I think I had found that special ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMT4 Secret Ways to Stop Procrastinatinghttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35611-4-secret-ways-to-stop-procrastinating.html Ever wonder how to stop procrastinating? Here is a good example... I was recently talking with a friend who said, "You know, I need to have guests over to my house more often." "Why is that?" I asked. "Because that seems to be the only time I really clean my house," she responded. Isn"t that the truth! Deadlines an ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTGoal Setting And How To Achieve Your Goals – Tips From A Life Coachhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35634-goal-setting-and-how-to-achieve-your-goals-tips-from-a-life-coach.html Goals – we have a love-hate relationship with goals. We love them because they are such a great idea and are a superb way to motivate us to achieve and then to evaluate our progress; but we hate them, because for much of the time, they go unattained and simply frustrate us. This isn’t what goals should do! Having been a Life Co ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTHow Do You Habitually Treat Yourself?http://www.articleburn.com/articles35638-how-do-you-habitually-treat-yourself.html In order to learn how to relieve ourselves of self-defeating patterns, the obvious first step is to become aware of what these patterns are. The easiest way to do this is simply to become a casual observer of your own behavior and to take stock of how you treat yourself. Note both the negativ ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTWhat Is Front Porch Attitudehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35640-what-is-front-porch-attitude.html What is front porch attitude? Well, it"s not an easy thing to explain, but I"ll see if I can try to explain it by telling you a story. Before my wife and I moved from Texas to Oregon, we owned a beautiful house that was built in the early 1900s. As was common in those early days, our house had a large ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMT14 PRACTICAL METHODS TO COMBAT STRESShttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35643-14-practical-methods-to-combat-stress.html A stress- free lifestyle could very well do wonders in eliminating depression. Here are some practical methods to combat stress: 1. Express Amusement And Be Happy. Laugh hard and loud. If you don’t have a sense of humor, find someone else who has. Laughter releases endorphins (happy chemicals) from the body, and it helps boost your immun ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTSeeking to Nurture Others? Start By Finding Yourself!http://www.articleburn.com/articles35699-seeking-to-nurture-others-start-by-finding-yourself.htmlCopyright 2005 Fran Hendrick "I'm not worried about what I want; I just want to make sure that everyone else has what they want." It's an unspoken chorus of women who have been raised to believe that being "selfless" is their greatest gift to the world. Underneath it lurks a great fear. "If my family knew how I really feel or if I i ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTTHE CALL OF THE LOONhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35700-the-call-of-the-loon.htmlDid you ever have the privilege of listening to the call of a loon? It is a totally different call than any of the other waterfowl. The word “haunting” is the best word for the sound that these beautiful creatures make. The cry of the loon penetrates the forestland and gives anyone in the vicinity an unforgettab ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTTrain Your Manhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35702-train-your-man.htmlTrain Your Man For the ladies I work on the premise that your man is willing to give you everything you want; that he wants to make you happy, if only he is shown how. If this is a stretch for you, I suggest your belief is the main thing standing between you and a wonderful relationship. When a man does not meet your expectati ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTFacts About Accepting Changehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35729-facts-about-accepting-change.html In order to be successful in life, we have to accept the fact that everything around us changes, all the time. Once you have reached the point where you can accept, it is time to adapt to the world around you. You only have control over your own mind, and for some of us, that’s debatable. First, let’s talk about ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTHow to be Led by the Spirit of Godhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35730-how-to-be-led-by-the-spirit-of-god.htmlCopyright 2005 Daniel N Brown The Bible tells us that we need to be led by the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:12-14, Galatians 5:16-25). Therefore, it is necessary for us to discern the prompting and guidance of the Holy Spirit if we are to live successful lives. Getting to know God better is ultimately the key to hearing from, and being led by Him. ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTFEAR CAN DESTROY YOUR BUSINESShttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35746-fear-can-destroy-your-business.html Fear is funny stuff. On the one hand, it keeps us from climbing too high in the tree. And from walking too close to the edge of the cliff. When fear cautions of such things, it pays to listen attentively. But on the other hand, fear can smother curiosity, creativity, and many other positive attributes essential to us all. While it is not comm ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTThe Pressure of Their Worldhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35753-the-pressure-of-their-world.htmlParents who have introverted children wonder how to help them build a positive self image. We understand today that Introversion is a legitimate personality type. But not too long ago, introverts were labeled as “neurotic” or “loners”. Introverted children can be misunderstood at school and with relatives. It is our loving job a ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTTaking Action For Successhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35786-taking-action-for-success.html"The purpose of man is in action, not thought" Thomas Carlyle One of the main thing's I've learned over the past 6 years since I handed my notice in, stopped being an employed manager and first thought seriously about developing my own business is that taking action is even more important than having ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMT1 Amazing Way to Create The Life That You Want!http://www.articleburn.com/articles35803-1-amazing-way-to-create-the-life-that-you-want.htmlI have always believe in the power of envisioning. What you positively think about in your mind will get attracted to you. This is one of the most crucial area of self-improvement. It definitely much stronger than to constantly purchase large number of self-improvement books and devouring them. The power of the subconscious mind wor ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMT7 Key Steps to Unshakable Confidencehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35895-7-key-steps-to-unshakable-confidence.html Do you remember that day? Perhaps it was your first job interview. Perhaps you were speaking to a group for the first time. Maybe you were starting a challenging new career or meeting a special person for the first time. Your throat became dry and your knees wanted to shake. You were about to leave a place of ment ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTNo Invitation Neededhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35956-no-invitation-needed.htmlNo Invitation Needed Sacred Children Series - 3 of 3 I had my first two children on either side of my twenty-third and twenty-fifth birthdays. I had always assumed that by the time I was forty, I'd have a ton of freedom to finally push forward with my dreams of becoming a motivational writer and speaker. It really looked like ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTAnother Nature Boy?http://www.articleburn.com/articles35984-another-nature-boy.html Sometimes a person comes along that has potential greatness written all over them. That something special that Muhammed Ali, Elvis Presley, Ric Flair, and a select handful of others possessed. That something that let’s you know that you’re in the presence of someone who literally transcends whatever their field ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTPsychic - Concentration Gives Mental Poisehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles35991-psychic-concentration-gives-mental-poise.html You will find that the man that concentrates is well poised, whereas the man that allows his mind to wander is easily upset. When in this state wisdom does not pass from the subconscious storehouse into the consciousness. There must be mental quiet before the two consciousnesses can work in harmony. ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMTNew Year's 2007 Message kicks off the Optimize Your Life! 2007 Newsletter by Bernie Dahl, M.D.http://www.articleburn.com/articles36059-new-years-2007-message-kicks-off-the-optimize-your-life-2007-newsletter-by-bernie-dahl-md.htmlJanuary 2007 starts a new year and an opportunity for a new life for many people in the world. Historically, however, the New Year was first celebrated by the Babylonians about 4,000 years ago on what is now March 23rd , the beginning of Spring Time and the planting of new crops. The Romans celebrated new ye ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:22:53 GMT