The Benefits of Coaching

When I was first introduced to the profession of personal coaching, my first initial thought was that it sounded exactly like something I would love to pursue. I did further investigation into the profession and before I knew it I was happily enrolled in the Coach Training Program offered through... Read More

Creating An Effective Toolbox For Success

WHAT'S IN YOUR TOOLBOX?Think tools are just for builders and construction workers? Think again!Everyone needs a well stocked toolbox.Over the years, given the wisdom of life's experiences and much learning, I have assembled my own psychological toolbox. It contains, among other things,Ideas from diverse schools of thought Different ways of... Read More

Its Story Time! - Find the Power Within, or The Truth About Dogs

I heard a story recently, and wanted to share it with you. It goes something like this:Once upon a time...The chief was sitting at the edge of the village, obviously deep in thought. He sat there for hours and hours, seemingly unmoving. The tribe was beginning to get worried and... Read More

How to Kill Fear When Dealing with Aggressive People

The book Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers is regarded as a self help classic. Have you read it?I read it many years ago and I was disappointed by the content of this book that has helped a lot of people take control of their fears.... Read More

Dont Settle

Settling is about not embracing what is best for you, and accepting what you really don't want. When you settle, you accept less than you deserve. Settling becomes a habit and a way of life, but it doesn't have to be. According to Maureen Dowd, "The minute you settle for... Read More

Your Past and Present Hold Key to Your Future

Knowing more about who you are will give you the insight for your future goals.Where are you going?This isn't about location...It's about focus and achievement in your life. Pretty big stuff, but not so big you can't get your hands around it and get down to the basics so you... Read More

Fear Is Nothing To Be Afraid Of!

What do you do when fear shows up? Do you hide under the covers of life, shivering as you anxiously wait for the moment to pass or do you stand up with a confident smile and embrace it?Your answer to this simple question will have a considerable impact on the... Read More

Mid Life Crisis and the Great American Dream

One of the mainstays of American culture is the "Great American Dream". Immigrants would uproot their families and leave their homeland in the hopes of experiencing the freedom and opportunity that awaits them in America. While it is true that our Declaration of Independence states, "we are endowed by our... Read More

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: How Do You Change the World?

Recently, I saw an exhibition of paintings by a very talented artist. He clearly has a social conscience and his depictions of the pain and misery of disenfranchised and minority people are so vivid and real you can't help but feel the pain in viewing the paintings.The artist is a... Read More

Curbing the Public Nuisance (Part 2)

Yes, that pillar of society that has been with us since that slithery dude threw humanity for a curve in the Garden of Eden ? that cornerstone of society has been automated.I am speaking, of course, of the public nuisance ( I wrote about him in Part 1 at ... Read More

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Gullibles Travels

A journey by a web-footed gull through a sea of... Read More

Not Blind, Just No Vision

Helen Keller once remarked that there was one thing she... Read More

Overcoming Work Addiction

Why are you so busy? Do you really have too... Read More

Among the Purpose & Personality

I have one magical thought, lets see it more closely.... Read More

How To Gain Control Of Your Life

"The latter part of a wise man's life," said Jonathan... Read More

Parts that Make the Whole? or Not

There are many parts that make up you.There's the Musical... Read More

Automatic Brain Works Overtime For You

Use all of your brain to be your most effective."Running... Read More

A Murder Mystery Puzzle for You to Solve

Anybody who has visited my website at Motivation & Self... Read More

Listen To Me Lad Says Jack

Once upon a time, a very long time ago, when... Read More

Magic Potions We All Need This Time of Year

As winter descends we begin to feel the chill of... Read More

How to Coach Yourself!

Some people are not in a position to work with... Read More

Use a Journal for Self-Discovery and Self-Expression

As a therapist, I often suggest to clients that they... Read More

Increase Your Intelligence With Music

You Are What You Listen ToCan music really help you... Read More

How to Adopt a Losing Attitude

We have all heard the expression, "Where your heart is?,... Read More

Communicating with Case Studies

Not long ago, I made a partnership pitch, on behalf... Read More

Eureka! I?ve Found It!

OK, so it wasn't quite that big of a deal.... Read More

Q-Tip It!

Back in the 1920's when Polish-American entrepreneur Leo Gerstenzang invented... Read More

Coaching Skills

IntroductionThe question for leaders in organizations today is how do... Read More

Anger: To Control or To Learn

Many of us will do anything to avoid another's anger,... Read More

You Can Get There From Here

But first you've got to raise your standards.I know at... Read More

Managing Your Perfectionism

What Is Perfectionism?This is the first of two newsletters that... Read More

Still Wondering About Coaching?

A friend called me the other day from Lower Alabama.... Read More

Are You At The Point Of No Return?

There is a point at which everything becomes simple and... Read More

Essence of Awakeness

Be conscious, aware, and alert. Pay attention. Remember when you... Read More

Coaches, Do You Make These 7 Deadly Cash Flow Mistakes in Your Practice?

Managing cash flow is every small business owner's most important... Read More

Curbing the Public Nuisance (Part 1)

He's been around since the dawn of humanity. His profession... Read More

A Fresh Look at the Choices We Make

We are frequently held back from making future plans or... Read More

A Sure-Fire, 10-Step Formula To Get Started As A Coach Or Consultant

"My guess is first I'll need some zippy flyers and... Read More

Mind the Gap

The underground train in London can get you anywhere when... Read More

Transitions: Moving Through Change With Grace

MOVING THROUGH CHANGECreating any major change in our lives can... Read More

Free Advice From Albert Einstein

What If You Could Ask Anyone For Help?Have you ever... Read More

The Power of Online Memberships

Have you ever noticed geese flying overhead, whether that be... Read More

Every Obstacle Always Presents an Opportunity

In ancient times, a King had a boulder placed on... Read More