Enjoy Your Spare Time
It's often hard to squeeze in some quality time for ourselves in today's world. Some people work hard and don't get enough rest for months at a time. If you look at statistics, the number of breakdowns experienced by people continues to increase.
Why? It's simply because people have forgotten to take care of themselves. They work and take care of their duties thinking that they don't need a break.
They find that finishing a task is more urgent than giving themselves a moment's breather. They continue to trudge through life, until one day, they simply collapse and lose control.
Success can only be attained if hard work and determination are present. But we also need to know when to say that enough is enough. Our mind needs to rest, or else it can fail us when we most need it.
If there's one way to enjoy life, it's knowing the importance of rest.
We do need to fulfill all our responsibilities, but we also need to learn how to (read more)
Shared Random Notes and Nuggets by Richard and Friends to make your life experience and personal development safer, more fun, and rewarding. (by RichardPresents.com)
6/24/2009
6/22/2009
How to Feel Energetic in Any Situation
How to Feel Energetic in Any Situation
Staying upbeat and positive, despite problems, is very difficult to do. When you feel the intensity of a situation and react with anger, you reach your breaking point.
You break down, your energy is dissipated, and you become mentally and physically exhausted. You usually end up shifting your focus to the things that pull you down. In the end, you sulk and mope around, wishing that you were elsewhere - somewhere where it is peaceful and tranquil.
A place of tranquility and peace is inside every person. If you can learn to better direct your thoughts, you can achieve an energetic state in virtually any situation or circumstances.
An energetic person is one who is always on the go.
Despite any difficulties the person may be facing, he or she is able to get back up and move on. As you go through a spectrum of experiences, some darker than others, you'll see yourself stumble along the way, which isn't always a bad thing.
In fact, this could be your chance to know more about life and understand the many ways things work.
Yoga aficionados also believe in their form of exercise. Many swear by it and say that they are better able to take a step back from an issue and see the bigger picture. Unlike the common belief that exercise tires a person, facts show(read more on being energetic)
Staying upbeat and positive, despite problems, is very difficult to do. When you feel the intensity of a situation and react with anger, you reach your breaking point.
You break down, your energy is dissipated, and you become mentally and physically exhausted. You usually end up shifting your focus to the things that pull you down. In the end, you sulk and mope around, wishing that you were elsewhere - somewhere where it is peaceful and tranquil.
A place of tranquility and peace is inside every person. If you can learn to better direct your thoughts, you can achieve an energetic state in virtually any situation or circumstances.
An energetic person is one who is always on the go.
Despite any difficulties the person may be facing, he or she is able to get back up and move on. As you go through a spectrum of experiences, some darker than others, you'll see yourself stumble along the way, which isn't always a bad thing.
In fact, this could be your chance to know more about life and understand the many ways things work.
Yoga aficionados also believe in their form of exercise. Many swear by it and say that they are better able to take a step back from an issue and see the bigger picture. Unlike the common belief that exercise tires a person, facts show(read more on being energetic)
6/20/2009
The Power of Confidence and Self Trust
The Power of Confidence and Self Trust
Someone once said that it's not who you are that holds you back, it's who you think you're not.
Self-trust is what gets you to push your limits and take risks. Of the many secrets to success, self trust and self confidence are foremost.
When travelling life's rough roads, your strength is oftentimes put to test. You stumble along the way, get lost, and realize just how many mistakes you've made.
Each experience serves to enhance your knowledge. With new lessons learned, you're given another set of tools to use for battle.
What will make you a winner is your ability to channel all your energy to fulfilling your goals. There are things that you simply cannot control. The outside factors that affect your decisions change, and while you try not to wilt away; you must also face up to your challenges and responsibilities.
Blaming others for the repercussions of the decisions that you made is the loser's way out.
Loser is a horrible term, and even worse when this insult is directed to you. The most important factor to consider is how (read mor about self confidence)
Someone once said that it's not who you are that holds you back, it's who you think you're not.
Self-trust is what gets you to push your limits and take risks. Of the many secrets to success, self trust and self confidence are foremost.
When travelling life's rough roads, your strength is oftentimes put to test. You stumble along the way, get lost, and realize just how many mistakes you've made.
Each experience serves to enhance your knowledge. With new lessons learned, you're given another set of tools to use for battle.
What will make you a winner is your ability to channel all your energy to fulfilling your goals. There are things that you simply cannot control. The outside factors that affect your decisions change, and while you try not to wilt away; you must also face up to your challenges and responsibilities.
Blaming others for the repercussions of the decisions that you made is the loser's way out.
Loser is a horrible term, and even worse when this insult is directed to you. The most important factor to consider is how (read mor about self confidence)
6/18/2009
Improving your Ability to Focus and Concentrate
Improving your Ability to Focus and Concentrate
Bruce Lee was once quoted s saying that a successful warrior is an average man with laser-like focus. The ability to concentrate is a daunting task, especially if your mind is ridden with worries and distractions. In fact, studies reveal that a person can listen to something only for so long, which is why speakers are urged to keep their talks as short and precise as they can.
Long speeches and talks that ramble nonstop for hours and hours get people fidgety, and in the long run, all they’ll hear is blah, blah, blah. The true message of the speech is lost. In fact, a poor speaker doesn’t think that less is more. For him, more is, well, what it exactly is, more!
It's difficult for many people to concentrate. Maintaining focus all throughout the day is not an easy thing to do. It’s not entirely impossible, but highly improbable. .
Considered these distractions -
• The noises that surround you
• Your state of health
• (read more distractions here...)
Bruce Lee was once quoted s saying that a successful warrior is an average man with laser-like focus. The ability to concentrate is a daunting task, especially if your mind is ridden with worries and distractions. In fact, studies reveal that a person can listen to something only for so long, which is why speakers are urged to keep their talks as short and precise as they can.
Long speeches and talks that ramble nonstop for hours and hours get people fidgety, and in the long run, all they’ll hear is blah, blah, blah. The true message of the speech is lost. In fact, a poor speaker doesn’t think that less is more. For him, more is, well, what it exactly is, more!
It's difficult for many people to concentrate. Maintaining focus all throughout the day is not an easy thing to do. It’s not entirely impossible, but highly improbable. .
Considered these distractions -
• The noises that surround you
• Your state of health
• (read more distractions here...)
6/16/2009
Learn How to Love Yourself - An Antidote for Stress
Learn How to Love Yourself - An Antidote for Stress
In the most stressful of days, everyone needs some of that famous TLC, (tender love and care). When you feel tied into knots with stress, it's probably a good time to mentally remove yourself from the situation and see things in a bigger and better perspective. Stress cannot be avoided, However there are responsibilities you just can't ignore, and unfortunately, some of these are accompanied by high levels of anxiety.
Sometimes giving up just seems to be the best solution. What do you do when the time comes that you have to deal with everything, face up to your decisions, and take all the consequences? Running away is certainly not an option.
Just remember, being scared is not necessarily a bad thing. It's what you do when you're faced with fear that counts. When you successfully deal with bad situations, take the time to treat yourself with a reward. It helps inspire you to do better every time a form of harassment comes into your life.
Ways to deal with stress (read how to deal with stress here)
In the most stressful of days, everyone needs some of that famous TLC, (tender love and care). When you feel tied into knots with stress, it's probably a good time to mentally remove yourself from the situation and see things in a bigger and better perspective. Stress cannot be avoided, However there are responsibilities you just can't ignore, and unfortunately, some of these are accompanied by high levels of anxiety.
Sometimes giving up just seems to be the best solution. What do you do when the time comes that you have to deal with everything, face up to your decisions, and take all the consequences? Running away is certainly not an option.
Just remember, being scared is not necessarily a bad thing. It's what you do when you're faced with fear that counts. When you successfully deal with bad situations, take the time to treat yourself with a reward. It helps inspire you to do better every time a form of harassment comes into your life.
Ways to deal with stress (read how to deal with stress here)
6/11/2009
Relaxation - Time With No Noise
Relaxation - Time With No Noise
If you follow a very busy schedule, as most people do, you sometimes just need to get away from it all. You’ll need time to recuperate and recharge whatever energy you’ve spent.
As the world gets smaller, the demands placed on you ironically increases. This inversely proportional relationship is what can astound you. There may be days that you’ll feel unable to meet all the requirements and deadlines you have to fulfill.
During these turbulent times, you’ll need to take a step back and take a moment’s breather.
To keep your sanity, you must have a list of helpful tips that will serve as your anchor.
You definitely will need time away from it all, a place where no noise and phone calls can interrupt your quiet thoughts. Common sense dictates that you need to give your brain a chance to unwind. Strategies may differ, of course, because of varying interests. Some people prefer watching TV over reading, while others feel the need to keep their hands busy to help them relax.
If you are an avid reader, choose a book that gets you excited and enthusiastic. Self-help reads may come into play here. There are so many writers out there who are more than willing to share their ideas on how to relax. All you need to do is go to your nearest bookstore and purchase yourself a copy of one of these books.
If, on the other hand, (read more about Relaxation)
If you follow a very busy schedule, as most people do, you sometimes just need to get away from it all. You’ll need time to recuperate and recharge whatever energy you’ve spent.
As the world gets smaller, the demands placed on you ironically increases. This inversely proportional relationship is what can astound you. There may be days that you’ll feel unable to meet all the requirements and deadlines you have to fulfill.
During these turbulent times, you’ll need to take a step back and take a moment’s breather.
To keep your sanity, you must have a list of helpful tips that will serve as your anchor.
You definitely will need time away from it all, a place where no noise and phone calls can interrupt your quiet thoughts. Common sense dictates that you need to give your brain a chance to unwind. Strategies may differ, of course, because of varying interests. Some people prefer watching TV over reading, while others feel the need to keep their hands busy to help them relax.
If you are an avid reader, choose a book that gets you excited and enthusiastic. Self-help reads may come into play here. There are so many writers out there who are more than willing to share their ideas on how to relax. All you need to do is go to your nearest bookstore and purchase yourself a copy of one of these books.
If, on the other hand, (read more about Relaxation)
6/08/2009
How to Feel Energetic in Any Situation
How to Feel Energetic in Any Situation
Staying upbeat and positive, despite problems, is very difficult to do. When you feel the intensity of a situation and react with anger, you reach your breaking point. You break down, your energy is dissipated, and you become mentally and physically exhausted. You usually end up shifting your focus to the things that pull you down. In the end, you sulk and mope around, wishing that you were elsewhere - somewhere whaer it is peaceful and tranquil.
A place of tranquility and peace is inside every person. If you can learn to better direct your thoughts, you can achieve an energetic state in virtually any situation or circumstances.
An energetic person is one who is always on the go. Despite any difficulties the person may be facing, he or she is able to get back up and move on. As you go through a spectrum of experiences, some darker than others, you'll see yourself stumble along the way, which isn't always a bad thing. In fact, this could be your chance to(read more)
Staying upbeat and positive, despite problems, is very difficult to do. When you feel the intensity of a situation and react with anger, you reach your breaking point. You break down, your energy is dissipated, and you become mentally and physically exhausted. You usually end up shifting your focus to the things that pull you down. In the end, you sulk and mope around, wishing that you were elsewhere - somewhere whaer it is peaceful and tranquil.
A place of tranquility and peace is inside every person. If you can learn to better direct your thoughts, you can achieve an energetic state in virtually any situation or circumstances.
An energetic person is one who is always on the go. Despite any difficulties the person may be facing, he or she is able to get back up and move on. As you go through a spectrum of experiences, some darker than others, you'll see yourself stumble along the way, which isn't always a bad thing. In fact, this could be your chance to(read more)
6/03/2009
Winning People Over
Winning People Over
Friends are people who share the same views in life. In our eagerness to win people over, we sometimes mistakenly believe that we need to put all our efforts into doing anything to win their friendship.
Truth is, some people just get along while others just don't. People are built differently, which is why we develop certain kinds of friendships. We are like birds of a feather - which we all know - stick together.
There are some things in life we cannot change. Instead, Joel Osteen, the world's leading inspirational speaker, urges all of us to believe in ourselves and to know our worth.
People radiating confidence become the more popular ones simply because they inspire others around them to be the same upbeat individual.
No one likes to surround themselves with gloom, unless their purpose in life is to bring others down.
But then again, who wants to be with this sort of person? When we become too much of a pessimist, we can't blame the others who try to avoid us. In fact, we might be guilty of doing the same when we encounter people we just don't like .
The secret to winning people over is to (Read more)
Friends are people who share the same views in life. In our eagerness to win people over, we sometimes mistakenly believe that we need to put all our efforts into doing anything to win their friendship.
Truth is, some people just get along while others just don't. People are built differently, which is why we develop certain kinds of friendships. We are like birds of a feather - which we all know - stick together.
There are some things in life we cannot change. Instead, Joel Osteen, the world's leading inspirational speaker, urges all of us to believe in ourselves and to know our worth.
People radiating confidence become the more popular ones simply because they inspire others around them to be the same upbeat individual.
No one likes to surround themselves with gloom, unless their purpose in life is to bring others down.
But then again, who wants to be with this sort of person? When we become too much of a pessimist, we can't blame the others who try to avoid us. In fact, we might be guilty of doing the same when we encounter people we just don't like .
The secret to winning people over is to (Read more)
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