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- Why Putting your Feelings Into Words..... - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Hal WechslerWhy Putting Your Feelings Into Words Empowers you • 1. “Pop, I have to stand up in front of 25 clients & convince them our new system is the solution. I have done my homework, but am scared I might blow it.” • 2. “Right. You think Positive affirmations are “Hot Air”. Do you feel that icy ...
Views: 1561 - Why Putting your Feelings Into Words..... - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Hal WechslerWhy Putting Your Feelings Into Words Empowers you • 1. “Pop, I have to stand up in front of 25 clients & convince them our new system is the solution. I have done my homework, but am scared I might blow it.” • 2. “Right. You think Positive affirmations are “Hot Air”. Do you feel that icy ...
Views: 1760 - Exams and Stress - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Juuhhii AgrawalI was FRUSTRATED and ANGRY and WORRIED. It was December2010 and I was preparing for my ISC Boards. I was okay in practical subjects but hated theory ones and it seemed that I was not able to remember my theory lessons inspite of my best efforts and it all seemed a big void. Suddenly my Dad came ...
Views: 839 - If you Know How to Arouse Curioisty... - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Hal WechslerIf You Know How to Arouse Curiosity, You Win the Prize • 1. Science tests, everybody else – guesses without proof. If you want super success in school & your career, do the research. • 2. We tested ‘Subject Lines’, the email “message” we all use to decide if we Delete-or-Read. Ten-thousand ...
Views: 1418(2 votes) - Success Criteria, Part 4 - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2013 from Angela Schulz-Henke18. The ability to distinguish between important and unimportant things: Sure there are situations where tiny details can be of an immense importance, such as mountain climbing, where the slightest inattention can have fatal consequences. Usually, however, it is important in life, to direct the ...
Views: 1339 - How to Read-And-Remember 300-pages-daily - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“How You Can Read-&-Remember 300-pages-daily - Like JFK, LBJ, Nixon & Carter.” • 1. Bill Gates: “What I want? To be able to read, superfast!” • 2. Warren Buffet: “I’ve wasted ten (10) years reading slowly.” • 3. My partner, Evelyn Wood, the creator of Speed Reading, trained the White ...
Views: 1487(1 vote) - Whatever You Believe to Be True… You Are Right! - by Submitted on May 28, 2013 from Kathleen GageHave you heard people talk about how slow business is right now? Read virtually any newspaper, watch newscasts, listen to commentaries and you’ve likely been exposed to the “business is slow” conversations. Millions of people are holding daily conversations about how slow things are. On the ...
Views: 1546 - 20 Criteria for Your Success - Part 2 - by Submitted on May 25, 2013 from Angela Schulz-Henke7. The ability to finish work in progress as well: People with success orientation are not "drop-outs", things that have been started are mostly done by them till the end. The fear of the "Next", which leaves many people procrastinating them is largely unknown. They will find always a new and ...
Views: 1343 - How to Train Your Unconscious Mind - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Tore KesickiHow to Train Your Unconscious Mind Did you know that you’re sitting on a well of power over 30 times greater than your conscious mind? Well, that’s your unconscious and it’s there to stay. You see, there’s a good reason why the rich are rich and the famous are famous, and it’s not because ...
Views: 2203 - Are You Letting Fear Interrupt Your English Learning? - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Mike WalkerNothing can be changed without some kind of effort. Let’s assume you’ve come to that stage in your English learning where you feel comfortable using your grammar and your vocabulary span is pretty decent. But when it comes to talking to native English speakers you freeze, and it seems like you ...
Views: 1761 - Six Keys to Living Your Life's Purpose - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from David ArensonWhat do you think you're here for? Did you just randomly turn up in existence, or is there a seeper purpose to your being alive? What I'm going to say may sound controversial to the unitiated. My view is that your life's mission is to love yourself. Further, to learn to love what you have, ...
Views: 1531(2 votes) - "What's With Left & Right Brains?" - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“What’s With Left & Right Brain?” • 1. “I’m confused, professor. Is there a left & right brain dominance? Which is better?” • 2. “The answer is too important to leave it to “educators”, who like things complicated, so they have a job explaining intentionally, abstract ideas. My cousin Albert ...
Views: 1282 - "What's With Left & Right Brains?" - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“What’s With Left & Right Brain?” • 1. “I’m confused, professor. Is there a left & right brain dominance? Which is better?” • 2. “The answer is too important to leave it to “educators”, who like things complicated, so they have a job explaining intentionally, abstract ideas. My cousin Albert ...
Views: 1201 - "What's With Left & Right Brains?" - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“What’s With Left & Right Brain?” • 1. “I’m confused, professor. Is there a left & right brain dominance? Which is better?” • 2. “The answer is too important to leave it to “educators”, who like things complicated, so they have a job explaining intentionally, abstract ideas. My cousin Albert ...
Views: 1252 - The incorrect application of the speaking and singing voice... Does it always fall in the category of the Voice Repair? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Diana YampolskyThe answer to that question, luckily, would be no, not always. Sometimes, people using their speaking and their singing voices in the not exactly safe and correct manner. In fact, the misuse of the human voice begins from the lower drowned position of the voice, which also results in a lower ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - The 14 Pound Skunk & the 500 Pound Black Bear - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from Hal Wechsler----------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The 14 Pound Skunk vs the 500 Pound Black Bear • 1. “Daddy tell me a story.” “I’m tired, and your mother hates my stories.” “But I won’t tell her, and the story will make you feel wide-awake. It can be a short ...
Views: 2075 - "Did You Know You Can Improve Your "Working-Memory" up to 65%?" - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“Did You Know - You Can Improve Your ‘Working-Memory’, Up To 65% With a Two-Minute Strategy. Ask me How?” • 1. Before this new research: the prevailing scientific belief was ‘working-memory’ is fixed, and Not trainable. • 2. “So-What?” When you improve (train) your ‘working-memory’, you ...
Views: 2344(2 votes) - Is a Non Profit Boarding School the Right Option for Your Troubled Teen - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2013 from Joe TherapistMany parents struggle with deciding on the best education for their teen, especially if the child is having a difficult time and getting into excessive trouble. There are many options when it comes to helping these teens, and one good option might be a non-profit boarding school that specializes ...
Views: 2667 - How to Reduce Stress among Teenagers? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Sophie lovatoeenagers, like adults, may experience stress every day and can benefit from learning stress management skills. Most teens experience more stress when they perceive a situation as dangerous, difficult, or painful and they do not have the resources to cope. Some teens become overloaded with ...
Views: 2541(1 vote) - Speed Reading Tips: What Are the 4 Secrets to Comprehending at Super Fast Rates That You Need to Speed Read? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Ed CaldwellA favorite pastime of mine is to ask people what it means to “speed read?” Invariably the more people I ask, the more different answers I get. Usually their answers have something to do with reading faster than they currently do. Rarely does someone include in the definition mentioning ...
Views: 4187 - Tips to Improve Your GPA - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Ralph GomezIf you find that it is a very stressful time when you receive your report card, it's important for you to do what is necessary in order to improve your grades. This is something that can be done in any number of different ways and it really depends upon you as an individual, as to how you are ...
Views: 2120 - Career Opportunities in the Healthcare Field - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Ralph GomezAlthough you may have many different job opportunities that are available to you, one that should never be overlooked is the possibility of entering into the healthcare field. After all, everybody needs healthcare at some time or another and with the growing rate of seniors in the United States, ...
Views: 1356 - How to Connect Your Right-Brain to Winning - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2013 from Hal Wechsler---------------------------------------------------------------------------- How to Link Your Right-Brain to Winning in Under 60-secs “Daddy, Why is that football player – dancing up-and-down?” • Why you should use this baby-easy strategy as a “warm-up” to win at school & career. • 1. ...
Views: 1569 - Dean Graziosi Explains All About All Inclusive Trust Deed - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Dean GraziosiAll Inclusive Trust Deed acronym AITD, and also known as Wrap-Around Mortgage simplifies all of the mortgages due on a single buyer. It often happens. You want to purchase a house, but you have already to pay mortgages on two or more houses. All Inclusive Trust Deed will help you combine all ...
Views: 1785 - Test Anxiety - When Your Mind Goes Blank - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Pat LaDouceurBrian, one of my clients and a high school senior, had a serious problem with tests. He did his homework. He even helped other students. But when he walked into a test, his mind went blank. All those lectures, readings, and practice problems vanished from his mind. He would start to ...
Views: 1870 - Speed Reading Tips: Why Do You Need Learning Coaches to Master Speed Reading? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Ed CaldwellWith so many mediums to choose from to learn how to speed read such as books, audios, software, videos, etc., why should you consider needing a live personal coach? After all, you already know how to read, so why not save yourself the extra money? The answer uncovers the difference in learning ...
Views: 2512 - Speed Reading Tips: How to Overcome the Problem of Falling Asleep by Speed Reading - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Ed CaldwellAre you someone who often either wants to fall asleep or actually does fall asleep while you are trying read something more than a couple of paragraphs? I get this question, especially frequently from students or professionals who have a lot of in-depth reading to do. Many factors can lead to ...
Views: 2781 - Speed Reading Tips: Why Do You Need Learning Coaches to Master Speed Reading? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Ed CaldwellWith so many mediums to choose from to learn how to speed read such as books, audios, software, videos, etc., why should you consider needing a live personal coach? After all, you already know how to read, so why not save yourself the extra money? The answer uncovers the difference in learning ...
Views: 2589 - Does Using the Word ˜Want" Contradict the Law of Attraction? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Michael LosierIf you’re familiar with my work you’ll often hear me use the phrase “So, what do you want?” In my book and other articles, I often refer to wanting to attract something. In short I use the word ‘want’. A number of people have been trained not to use the word ‘want.’ They have been told that ...
Views: 1562 - Greek Superstitions - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Victoria DarrowBlack cats, opening an umbrella indoors, Friday the 13th and walking under a ladder are superstitions found in different countries that many of us have heard of. Learning about superstitions is a great way to learn about different cultures and it’s also a fun way to practice the language. Take a ...
Views: 2545 - Vocal Science, Voice Repairs and Relationships… How do they Correlate between each other? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2013 from Diana YampolskyJust several days ago, I celebrated the 29th anniversary of what once was called, The Royans School for the Musical Performing Arts. In 1987, the school changed its name and profile and became the world renowned, The Royans Professional Vocal School, specializing in singing, speech and voice ...
Views: 1363 - Why You Should Push Yourself to "Speed-Up." - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Hal Wechsler----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why Should You Push yourself to “Speed-Up? • 1. “But Dr. Franklin, what good is your new invention of Electrics?” • 2. “Dear Lady, what good is a new-born baby?” • 3. Get it? We just don’t know in advance the ...
Views: 1394(4 votes) - Plan well for your exams to avoid examination anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from George PetersonMake hay when the sun shines, these are some of the incredible words that were uttered by the wise men. They mainly wanted to emphasize on the issue that most people are nowadays late and assume that they have all the time in the world. Instead of planning something earlier and well, most are ...
Views: 975 - Insights On The World Of Tutoring - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Ralph GomezAs a concerned parent, all of us want to ensure that our children are getting everything possible out of their education. We try to live in an area in which they have a good choice of schools and in some cases, we may even pay extra for private schooling. Something that you may want to consider, ...
Views: 1090 - Learning : A Basic Human Need - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2013 from Dr. Mona AeyshaWe as human beings are designed to live with food, shelter, love emotions, health, relationships, and many other things common for all of us in all over the world. Our instincts, attitudes, behaviors, aptitudes and personalities are totally understood the world over. We recognize the meanings of ...
Views: 1773 - Do Executive Degrees Warrant A Better Career? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2013 from Priyanka BansalThere comes a point of time in every person's life when he feels that his career has become stagnant. It neither seems to move, nor offer better opportunities for growth in near future. This is generally attributed to the fact that the person uses up his talent to reach a certain position in his ...
Views: 919 - How to learn with the feeling of curiosity? - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2013 from Nirman PradhanCuriosity develops the energy in our body which helps us to perform the particular work with good accuracy and speed. It helps us a lot to explore more about the particular topic simple because we are curious to know about the particular subject matter. There are different ways to enhance your ...
Views: 1685 - How to Read Faster - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Jeff GainesIncreasing the speed at which you read and comprehend information can have a huge impact on your life. Not only will it shorten the time it takes you to read, it might even ignite your passion and motivation for reading and learning new things. When we first learned how to read, we were taught ...
Views: 2586(1 vote) - Benefits Of Server Side Scripting - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2013 from Amit SahaniDifferent programs have different concepts of developing programs and they prefer different kinds of tools to accomplish their jobs. With the growing trend of open source, the developers have innumerable free efficient tools and these tools have very innovative ways to doing the things more ...
Views: 3571(4 votes) - Is CodeIgniter is the best solution for PHP developer? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2013 from Amit SahaniEvery programmer has a dream of developing such an application that works efficiently and to do it as simply as they can. And to accomplish this task, the programmers must think once about CodeIgniter. Making the programmer capable to develop projects much faster than writing the code from ...
Views: 2392(5 votes) - What Are The Key Security Protocols Small Businesses Should Have In Place? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Jennifer BigginsOne of the biggest problems facing businesses large and small today is the cyber-criminal. Many small business owners don't think they have enough information that needs protection because of their size. This is where business owners make their biggest mistake, and this can lead to disastrous ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - What Does Mobile Shredding Offer a Larger Business in the USA? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Jennifer BigginsThe increase of document and other paper shredding companies in larger metropolitan areas, at one time were located in a permanent location; however, they have incorporated mobile shredding into their services. A shredding service primarily attracts both small and large businesses that ...
Views: 905(1 vote) - How to create your own forex system - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Brian ThomasEvery trader is a unique person with unique requirements and unique style. Each trader will therefore need a unique forex trading system that fits his or her own life style, which is why forex training has to be personal. It’s important that this forex trading system is studied, back tested and ...
Views: 1452(2 votes) - 5 reasons to take a free online college course - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieMega Movement A new movement is developing and it has an acronym: MOOC. MOOC stands for Massive Open Online Courses. How big it becomes is anyone’s guess but if it is free then it will attract legions. Think Again One of my friends encouraged me to get involved. He said he was taking ...
Views: 2299 - Microsoft Server Training Courses – Helping People Harness the Power of Networks - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2013 from renesmee burtonAn eight-year-old boy Shafay from Pakistan mastered complicated internet protocol and domain name systems to become the youngest Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS). The above news that made headlines in July last year not only highlighted emergence of a new whizz kid but also ...
Views: 967(1 vote) - Using your Subconscious to Solve Problems - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Nick MadgeHow do you solve a problem? Obviously you would try different things depending on the problem you’re facing, but I bet your first step is almost always to sit down and think about it. You might try to break the problem down into smaller parts to analyse, or you might look back to similar ...
Views: 2334(1 vote) - The Amateur, Growth, or Beginner Mindset - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Anthony MazzocchiAs cliche as it sounds, you can’t be afraid to take risks when it comes to learning new things. If you wait until you “know how to do something” before you apply for a specific job or take on a new task, you are going to find out that you will never be ready to take the leap. Never. You ...
Views: 1606 - Is it Possible to Increase Your IQ? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Nick MadgeThis can seem like a difficult question to answer, for most of us the first place we turn with a question like this is to Google. In this case the trouble is you seem to get conflicting advice; there are plenty of products advertised as 'Brain Trainers' claiming they can do just that, but you ...
Views: 2229(1 vote) - How do I improve my English? One boring secret that helps immeasurably - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieFAQ How do I improve my English is a question I regularly get and I would like to share with you the secret of improving your English. Boring Secret It is a boring secret which a lot of people don’t like when I give them that advice. It is to read every day. Practice Propels you Towards ...
Views: 1817(1 vote) - Patent to Prior Art Basics - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Jason BensonCertain questions often asked for Prior art: What is the process to get a patent? The patent process deviates by nation, but usually includes a patent application, a review of the application by the nation’s patent office then granting or denial of the patent. While this basic procedure sounds ...
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