What Are Affirmations How Can You Apply Them In Your Life Posted By : Ricky O' Shea

       

So what are affirmations?

Put simply an affirmation is a positive statement that can literally reprogram your subconscious mind in order for you to take on a new empowered way of thinking and a positive attitude and thought process, affirmations help you take on a new belief system and take a more positive and optimistic perception of yourself.

Affirmations can help you overcome any self doubt or negativity and achieve goals you had been previously avoiding or just never thinking you would be capable to accomplish. A large number of people globally practice the use of affirmations to further improve their current situations and empower their belief systems. Our inner dialogue directly affects how we perceive ourselves and the expectations we have of ourselves and unfortunately for most their inner dialogue is usually routined to negativity due to the daily pressures and stress of life.

Our subconscious mind is the key to unlocking our full potential and affirmations work by slowly imprinting positive thoughts and beliefs in the subconscious part of the mind which over time will directly affect the conscious part of the mind even if you're unaware of it.

Although it isn't possible to directly control the thought processes that effect our subconscious mind we do however have the ability to influence it in a positive manner and therefore gradually weed out any negative thought patterns and self doubt, slowly replacing them with inspiring and positive thoughts.

Applying affirmations in your own life isn't difficult or even time consuming especially when first getting started, around10 - 20 minutes per day will be all that is required to get started as well as a desire to make lasting changes for the better in your life.

If you're thinking of applying affirmations in your life then there are just three rules that everyone must stick to which are;

They must be in the present tense not the past or future.

They must be really positive and uplifting.

They must resonate with you on a personal level and have emotional meaning.

A good example of a positive affirmation for prosperity would be something similar to; "I am happy to be successful and I am grateful that my personal growth, development and commitment has allowed me to grow prosperous and wealthy."

Notice exactly how that affirmation "affirms" I previously achieved/ gained wealth (even if I have not done so), at first this can seem a little sci-fi or you may feel you're lying to yourself (which would indicate that you're still experiencing self doubt) but much of our sub-conscious thoughts cannot make a distinction between that which is reality and which are just thoughts! This is the reason why "affirming" what you desire on a daily basis with positive self talk, gradually re-programs your mind to gradually take on a new belief system.

If you do find yourself dubious as I once was then just give them a try you have nothing to lose, there's no expense to meet, you are quite literally your own guru who's training there-self!

The trick is to state your personal affirmations with conviction and supply them a emotional definition, in the event you just state "I really am wealthy as well as prosperous" then you'll undeniably fight to persuade yourself you are already rich, give them some sort of definition plus also believe in your statements and affirmations with a passion as this will help embed those thoughts and feelings and give them an emotional attachment. » Link to article : http://www.articlecube.com/Article/What-Are-Affirmations--How-Can-You-Apply-Them-In-Your-Life/1819916

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A Better Life Game -Get Started Today

A Better Life Game -Get Started Today by Sonny Julius

Are you ready for a better life game today? … If so let’s get stated. You see I believe life is really a game somewhat. And whatever you want to achieve in life you must learn to play the game. Game is defined as a procedure or strategy for gaining an end. That’s what life is really about, isn’t it? To be able to achieve a successful life, you must play the game. To even get ahead of the game, if you are an aggressive person, you must participate in the game of life. Now any game, whether it’s the game of life; a sporting event or a mental or physical accomplishment; it’s not always easy to win. There are sometimes challenges and roadblocks that get in the way. The dictionary also defines game as an illegal or shady scheme or maneuver. Hopefully you won’t want to play that kind of game. That could eventually destroy a successful life for you for good. Just handle and manage any difficulties that come your way and the winnings will be sweeter by far. Here are some interesting challenges that some creatures in this world sometimes might face in their life. The Buzzard If you put a buzzard in a pen that is six feet by eight feet and is open at the top, the bird, in spite of its ability to fly, will be an absolute prisoner. The reason is that a buzzard always begins a flight from the ground with a run ten to twelve feet. Without space to run, as is its habit, it will not even attempt to fly, but will remain a prisoner for life in a small jail with no top. The Bat The ordinary bat that flies around at night, a remarkable rumble creature in the air, cannot take off from a level place. If it is placed on the floor or the ground, all it can do is shuffle about helplessly and, no doubt, painfully. Until it reaches some slight elevation from which it can throw itself into the air. Then, at once, it takes off like a flash. The Bumblebee A bumblebee, if dropped into an open tumbler, will be there until it dies, unless it is taken out. It never sees the means of escape at the top, but persists in trying to find some way out through the sides near the bottom. It will seek a way where none exists, until it completely destroys itself. People In so many ways, we are like the buzzard, the bat, and the bumblebee. We struggle about with all our problems and frustrations, never realizing that all we have to do is look up! That’s the answer the escape route and the solution to any problem…just look up! Sorrow looks back, worry looks around, but faith looks up.! Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly and trust in our creator, who loves us. I believe if you will follow this philosophy every day in your life you, most likely, will have the best life you could ever hope for. Make sure you get my free “Sunny Day” report at my website at: http://www.sonnyjulius.com. It will help you get started on a better life game.

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Motivating Your Employees with Custom lapel pins

Motivating Your Employees with Custom lapel pins by Lapelpins custom

Isn’t it rather intriguing why most people when they recall the last time they won an award they had to think back to their childhood? Well most employers in the workforce, in the government, military, corporate, non-profit and education sectors, are starting to realize that this is a problem.

Employees have to work hard for years consistently to get promotions, pay raises or any other sort of tangible acknowledgement for their hard work. Sometimes, due to employers inability to accommodate the needs of every employee, even years of hard work goes unnoticed and unacknowledged. As a result of that good employees end up leaving their companies to pursue work somewhere else, choose a different career path or start their own business. Because of this, employers are left scratching their heads as to what they can possibly do to harbor a work environment where employees are feeling a sense of fulfillment for the work they are doing while not having to spend an arm and a leg.

When you graduated high school and you received your diploma did the thought cross your mind as to how much this diploma is worth. Most people do not think of the intrinsic value of awards they receive. I highly doubt academy award winners are thinking about how much money they can make by selling their award on eBay. That is right; most awards hold a sentimental value to the person who won the award because they realize the award is something that is symbolic of the work they did to win the award. It is perhaps because of this reason why custom lapel pins are such a big hit with employers.

Custom lapel pins are a good award for employees because they are cost effective and are custom made to cater to employee tastes. Most custom made lapel pins for employee recognition are designed with company logo and award category etched across the top. Leading lapel pins manufacturers such as Lapel Pins Custom offers customized lapel pins in many different, styles, shapes, color schemes, designs and plating options. However, attachments are optional as some prefer magnetic or clutch backing.

Regardless of what your preferences are, it is not uncommon for employers to often times order a second or third batch due to the big hit they are in the company. So rather than giving your employees a backhanded compliment or giving them empty promises as to how if they keep up the good job they will be rewarded in the future, give them something they will never forget and can share with their families. Remind them as to how much you appreciate their efforts by going above and beyond for them. After all, employees are the backbone of a successful enterprise. And you can successfully do this by awarding them with customized lapel pins.

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Appropriate Skills Needed to Deal with the Difficult Person Wm. Roger Fatum, Psy.D. LPC, , AAS NC

Appropriate Skills Needed to Deal with the Difficult Person Wm. Roger Fatum, Psy.D. LPC, , AAS NC by DANA BATES

When dealing with difficult people you have to take into consideration some of the relevant conditions of the situation. You need to ascertain what behaviors need to be changed. What are you expecting from the situation in which you are presently involved? Until you can answer these questions, you are not ready to get involved with a difficult or highly opinionated person. In order to avoid a bad reaction, it is necessary to plan. Before engaging the difficult person, you need to determine in advance how you are going to respond if the situation becomes difficult i.e. “Will you walk away? Will you back off until things calm down?” This process can help you focus on issues and concepts that might elevate the difficult persons’ responses into heated responses. When others are present, the difficult person will play to the audience and others may attempt to interrupt the conversation. Try not to deal with a difficult person when you are hungry or tired, in some situations you need to maintain your full attention.

What Skills Do You Need? Stay calm? Losing your temper and getting upset with the difficult person is not the best way to get them to cooperate with you. Anger will only trigger the difficult person into action and create a hostile environment where no resolution can be found, it is better to assume and maintain a calm persona. If you remain calm, you will be seen as being in control, centered and more respectable. To lose control will make it look like you are the problem and the true issues of the situation will be lost. The real issues surrounding a situation with a difficult person will be recognized as those of the difficult person if you remain predominantly calm. If you become edgy or upset, the focus is shifted to you as though you are the problem.

Separate the person from their behaviors People demonstrate behaviors that work for them. Even when it may seem that the person is just out to be oppositional, there are usually underlying reasons that are motivating them to behave in that manner. Reasoning for behaviors is often not readily apparent. Try to identify the reasons; why the person is demonstrating such behaviors and what is making them to act in this manner. Get a more informed opinion by asking others: Other people must have experienced similar situations in some way or another with the difficult individual. They may be able to give you a different perspective from a different point of view and offer a different take on the situation. The more information that is shared will help you to understand the behaviors of the difficult person and help you make a more informed decision as to how to deal with that individual.

Try to get on the same page with the difficult person Sometimes, it may be helpful to let the difficult person know your intentions behind what you are doing. A difficult person is often resistant because they think that you are being difficult with them. Letting them know the reason behind your actions and the full background of what is happening might enable them to empathize with your situation. This may help to get them on-board with your ideas.

Build as much trust as possible You may need to re-instill a sense of trust by connecting with the difficult person on a personal level. Get to know them as a person, with unresolved problems and not as an oppositional defiant person. Be patient and you might find you can build a stronger connection. If this happens issues and behaviors may be easily handled.

Be respectful Even though the difficult person has a tendency to treat people as if they were stupid, incapable, and incompetent, they in themselves do not like it and will use your perceived disrespect against you. If you treat the oppositional person in any way with what they perceive to be disrespect, do not be surprised when they treat you the same way. To paraphrase the golden rule, "Do unto the oppositional person better than they would do unto you."

Focus on only those things you might be able to change Most of the time you will be in a difficult position with an oppositional person, such as receiving a great deal of this persons ire or being wrongly held responsible for things you did not do. It must be noted that the actions of these individual’s have already been pre-determined. Do not dwell on what you cannot change. Focus your energy on those things you believe can make positive changes on the issues in your present situation.

Ignore If you have tried, everything you believe is possible, the difficult person is still not receptive, and their oppositional behaviors are not diminishing, the best way to deal with the oppositional individual is to just ignore them. This may be difficult in the cases where the person is a close acquaintance or family member.

Reevaluate the terms of your relationship

When all else fails in dealing with difficult people, re-evaluate your relationship and determine what benefits you are receiving by taking or accepting the behaviors initiated by the oppositional person. Sometimes, the only way to get an oppositional person moving is through an evaluation of your relationship and determining whether the relationship is worth the stress and anxiety and letting the individual know you are willing to call it quits. Only exercise this option once, as you would not want oppositional friends or family member, to think that you are only bluffing and are incapable of handling your own problems.

Learn about the appropriate skills that one should posses when dealing with people with challenging personalities. Find out how to make use of those skills to co-exist with others who may have difficult attitudes.

Summary: This article will give its readers a list of the different skills that people need to be able to mesh or work well with others, no matter how difficult they may be. These skills are beneficial especially for those who are required to deal with different types of personalities on a daily basis.

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4 Mental Exercises To Help You Envision Success

The definition of success varies wildly depending on who you ask. My definition and yours might be completely different, or they may differ because we are simply working on different things in our lives. You may be working on quitting smoking, someone else may be trying to lose weight, I may be preparing for an upcoming speech I'll have to give.

One thing is for sure though, if you want to be 'successful' you need to get in the right mind-set.

So how do you get yourself mentally prepared to take on a new challenge?

No matter what you're trying to accomplish, there are 4 easy exercises that anyone can do to get themselves mentally prepared for success.

Meditation

Meditation is the practice in which you train your mind to induce a mode of higher consciousness. In order to do this, find a quiet place to either sit or lay down, and simply close your eyes and begin taking deep breaths in and out. Doing this can help you reduce stress, become aware of yourself and your environment, help you to ignore distractions, improve your focus, and even help your physical well-being.

Reframing

Reframing consists of changing the way we see things and trying to find alternative ways of viewing ideas, events, and situations. Reframing is a way of taking negative thoughts or emotions, and spinning them in a positive way. Instead of worrying over a past failure, use it as an opportunity to see where you can improve and grow. Practice seeing opportunity in failure or shortcomings, and pretty soon you'll be more optimistic all around.

"If life gives you lemons, make lemonade!"

Visualization

Visualization is a very popular one amongst athletes, business people, and entertainers. When you have an event coming up (Public speaking engagement, job interview, basketball game) visualize yourself in the process of that event. Don't focus on the outcome or how you think it will end up, but simply the process of what you'll be doing and the different scenarios that could pop up during. If you do this for everything, you'll feel more prepared to handle situations when they arise.

Self-Talk

Self talk is the process of repeating positive affirmations and thoughts to yourself. Things that will help you to complete your task at hand. There are a couple different types of self talk that you can use to help yourself achieve any goal - motivational and instructional.

Motivational self talk could be anything from, “you got this”, “you are good enough”, and “you WILL achieve your goal”.

Instructional on the other hand isn't just to pump you up and make you feel capable and confident. An example of instructional self talk would be a golfer trying to work on his swing repeating to himself "bend your knees and keep your eye on the ball".

If you practice these 4 mental exercises for a while, they will eventually become second nature. If you can get your mind set right, you will feel more confident and capable and will be able to achieve anything you set out to do.

For more articles about becoming a success, check out defineyourgrind.com. This website is dedicated to achieving success, staying motivated, and learning from those who've already reached the pinnacle. We cover things ranging from earning money online, staying motivated, motivational quotes and learning from those who've already reached the pinnacle.

Don't let the grind define you, define your grind!

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The Right Product for the Right Space in Boston

The Right Product for the Right Space in Boston by Micah Moyss

At last, a product that fits your needs! Summit Lecterns provides an array of podium styles and colors for the convention center.

The classic with its black shell and laminated cherry wood insert has the ability to blend in and not be the focal point of the presentation. With the rounded, ergonomic corners, provides a stylish platform for the presenter. With the addition of Clear Sound Corp’s intelligible microphones and cables, the podium becomes the best platform for the venue for Boston, MA 02210.

The presenter podium or pulpit with either a built in Clear Sound Corp speaker or a speaker on an extendable speaker stand, with a microphone adds an additional dimension to the convention center operation. This variation permits the AV technician and the facility flexibility in the placement of the rostrum. All that is needed is a 110 volt ac power source and the Presenter rostrum is available for use. The power connections and XLR output are recessed into the pulpit shell to help prevent damage to the plugs.

The freedom pulpit is ultimate in convention center experience. This model provides self-powered Clear Sound Corp’s speakers and frequency agile wireless microphones. The Freedom podium can be used both outdoors and indoors. If additional wireless microphones are needed, a second rack can be added to house the transmitter and receiver.

All of the classic models, basic, integrator, presenter, or freedom, has shell color options. They are: black, gray granite, beige granite, or bronze granite. Stock inserts are: Black marble, Maple are available. For an additional nominal charge, a double sided cherry wood insert can be added. A premium insert color, silver mist, adds that professional look. All shells have a 12 year warranty and have a 25 foot drop rating. Still another choice is the facility logo can be applied to the insert. All models are easily transported from room to room with the built in tilt back wheels. With the available sound amplification choices to the convention center a shock mount and an 18 inch gooseneck with a microphone are standard. Depending on the model configuration, the Summit Lectern can weigh up to 45 pounds.

One of our newest additions is the traveler podium. This highly portable rostrum (28 pounds) easily fits in the back seat of most cars and can be carried to the desired location in Boston, MA 02210 by placing it under the arm or on the shoulder of AV technician. In stock shell colors are: Gray Granite, Beige Granite, or Bronze Granite. For an additional up charge, a black shell is also made available. A Clear Sound Corp external speaker with an associated Clear Sound microphone on an 18 inch gooseneck can be added. To date, the internal speaker option offered with our Classic series is not available.

Checking out lectern, you'll see how crucial a public speaking is, and how you need to use it for additional guidance.

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