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- ***Gifting Yourself Strategies - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2007 from Carolyn EllisSometimes society causes people to buy into the hype and commercialism of how to be good to your spouse, partner, or significant other. Valentine's Day is a huge example. Suggested gifts like roses appear on every street corner. Advertising promoting lingerie and jewelry appear everywhere you ...
Views: 2102 - *** When Divorced Parents Act Like Kids - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2007 from Carolyn EllisDivorce can definitely bring out the worst in people. Often adults will revert to behavior worthy of the schoolyard bully. Witness the recent public outing of actor Alec Baldwin, who unleashed the fury of his anger and despair of his divorce at his 11-year old daughter. Baldwin has been ...
Views: 4242(1 vote) - *** Law of Attraction: Allow and Receive Your Desires - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2007 from Carolyn EllisSeparation and divorce are two of the biggest roller coaster rides you’ll ever find emotionally. The Law of Attraction can give you some traction so you can regain your footing and see your way forward in your divorce journey. Our thoughts create feelings, which in turn create vibrations ...
Views: 3272(2 votes) - *** Viewing Divorced Life As An Adventure - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Carolyn EllisLiving life as a separated or divorced person is like wandering into uncharted territory. Like a traveler in a foreign country, so much of what you will experience is new or unfamiliar. There's the legal process, your changing social network, the emotional roller coaster rides, creating new ...
Views: 2951 - *** Law of Attraction: Activating Your Desire and Attention - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Carolyn EllisThe Law of Attraction states that “like attracts like” and that what you focus your attention on will expand. It is in operation whether we hold a positive or a negative thought. People working their way through the divorce process are often flooded with thoughts and feelings they ...
Views: 4712 - *** Law of Attraction: What is it and Why Should We Care? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2007 from Carolyn EllisWhat is the Law of Attraction? The Law of Attraction states that “like attracts like.” What you focus your attention on expands. Your thoughts are energy, and create a vibration which can be either positive or negative. Let’s look at an example. Think of a day when you woke ...
Views: 2636 - ***Speak From the Heart - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2007 from Carolyn EllisI recently had the pleasure of participating in a workshop in Los Angeles with 150 others who, like myself, want to hone their skills as a trainer. One of our instructors was Les Brown (visit www.lesbrown.com to learn more about him). I had heard this inspirational man speak before, but never ...
Views: 2821 - *** Mastering Fear in Your Divorce - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2007 from Carolyn EllisThere’s nothing like getting divorced to kick up a whole new dimension of fear. Will I be alright? Will my children grow up emotionally scarred from my relationship breakdown? Will I be able to cope financially? Am I doomed to be single? What if my next relationship tanks too? Underlying ...
Views: 1846 - Asking for What You Need - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2007 from Carolyn EllisAs I waited for my appointment at the fracture clinic, a number of worries consumed me. I can't drive for six weeks. How will I see the Great Wall of China with an air boot and a cane? I decided to take hold of my emotional state by asking myself an important question, "What is the possible gift ...
Views: 2336 - What Are You Thinking? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2007 from Carolyn EllisWhat Are You Thinking? After you separate or divorce, the most important tool you have at your disposal is your mindset. What are you thinking? What are you telling yourself? Is your goal to “survive” your divorce? Do you feel like you’re a failure or “damaged goods”? Your thoughts have a ...
Views: 1905 - The Art of Listening - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2007 from Carolyn EllisListening is such an under-rated and highly valuable skill. I got a great example the other night during dinner courtesy of my children. My 7 year old son was more interested in bothering his 13 year old sister than he was in eating. This typical domestic scene escalated very quickly and ...
Views: 3185 - The Cancer of Clutter - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2007 from Carolyn EllisTake a look around your home or your office and notice what's there. Is your space clear and open, ready to support you in the challenges you set for yourself? Or are there things lying around that disturb your sense of peace and well-being, distracting you from your daily goals? Perhaps there's ...
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