Self Improvement Site
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
Inspiration Articles
We are currently looking for an Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Inspiration". If you have expertise in Inspiration and your own website and/or product for this topic, please review this form for complete details. The Official Guide Position is part of our Premium Placement Package
- How to Pray Effectively – 3 Tips to Praying God’s Word - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownHow to pray effectively is related to praying God’s Word because it’s the most effectual prayer there is! Since God is bigger than any circumstance you could possibly face, it doesn’t matter what kind of situation you’re in, what assets you lack, or what your inadequacies are, praying God’s Word ...
Views: 3845 - Do You Act on Your First Thought or Your Second Guess? - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Reggie OdomAre you ready... ...to step into your greatness? One of the characteristics of Greatness is listening to the wisdom within you above and beyond the “shoulds” and the voices outside of you. Your inner wisdom speaks to you as an idea, impulse or inspiration. It speaks to you in every ...
Views: 3804(1 vote) - Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from "Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons) - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Craig LockArticle Title: Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from "Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith, Christianity Web ...
Views: 3802(1 vote) - ALWAYS HAVE A DREAM By BERNARD LEVINE - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from BERNARD LEVINESECRETS OF SUCCESS By BERNARD LEVINE You are the architect of your life. Create your own opportunities and make things happen. Set yourself a specific goal and monitor your progress. Be of service. Keep doing things for others without counting the cost. Turn your ...
Views: 3771(2 votes) - Soar to Great Heights - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Samantha JohnsonCover the Clock Most people, more often than we care to admit, don’t need to wear a watch. There are all manner of clocks and timepieces surrounding us. If you’ve got an appointment or if it’s important for you to be someplace in a particular time, sure, wear a watch if it’s convenient. To ...
Views: 3771 - Choose to be Positive Today - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Bruce MillsWhy not Choose to be Happy today instead of mad. We all can choose the minute we wake up if we want to have a great day or a bad day. Once you get out of bed why not tell yourself that today is going to be a great day. Talk about some things that you are going to accomplish today. It is so much ...
Views: 3765(3 votes) - Postcrossing, Printable Postcards & 2 More HOT Design Trends 2019 For Designers - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2019 from Lana MiroDesign professionals create trends, so they need to stay in tune with the latest news and events in their field of work. MasterBundles is a credible web resource where designers can learn the news and download quality graphics resources for work. Expert opinions, influencer interviews, event ...
Views: 3737 - Encourage Yourself to Courage – Overcome Fear, Doubts and Frustrations - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Judy WrightAre You Afraid and Frustrated? If you are having difficulty turning problems into opportunities, you may be discouraged. You may have a need to build your self esteem in order to overcome fear, doubts and frustrations that are impacting the life you deserve to live. Having courage does not ...
Views: 3735(5 votes) - Get Inspired with 10 Powerful Napoleon Hill Quotes - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Napoleon HillNapoleon Hill was one of the most influential people in the area of personal success. Born into poverty in 1883 in Wise County, Virginia, he became a beloved motivational author, teacher, and lecturer. Hill dedicated more than 25 years of his life to define the reasons by which so many people ...
Views: 3734(1 vote) - Tips On How To Become A Youth Motivational Speaker - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from RRamon FulcherIf you require help to deliver motivational speeches to the youth, you need to understand certain things prior to starting. Being a motivational speaker will help you to select which audience you intend to inspire and motivate to mold the younger generation into sincere individuals. It is ...
Views: 3723 - Quotes By Famous People: 3 Inspirational Quotes That Lead You To Success - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Michael LeeWe often turn to influential people for inspiration - whether it’s in the arena of sports, entertainment or politics. We observe how they act and how they speak. But perhaps what is most inspiring about them is what they have to say about succeeding in life. There are inspirational quotes by ...
Views: 3713(2 votes) - The Quest for Paradise – A Utopian world – is it just pie in the sky? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieThe Island of Utopia Freedom – the most misunderstood word in the English language If there was a poll to decide what is the most misunderstood word in the English language I think freedom might be high in the voting stakes. When there are millions of people how can we all live together ...
Views: 3704 - Seven Ways to Prosper in or out of a Recession - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2019 from LeTicia LeeIt’s a little known fact that one of the greatest implosion of millionaires in U.S. history happened during the Great Depression. Challenging times cause some people to fall and others to rise under pressure. But history has repeatedly shown that visionaries see opportunities and make the most ...
Views: 3702(1 vote) - Love and quantum physics - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Lena ChenFirst of all, let me say that I am no expert in quantum physics, so for those of you who are not inclined towards reading a whole bunch of scientific technical terms, you may now breathe a sigh of relief, because I'm not capable of writing them either! In fact, in order to write this ...
Views: 3679 - Do You Act The Same Even When No one Is Watching - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Andrew HortonI believe that the true measure of a person is not found in what they do when they know people are watching, but rather how they conduct themselves even when they think no one is watching. Are you always cordial and empathetic when you deal with people, especially people who carry no sway over ...
Views: 3650(2 votes) - Stuck in a Rut? Nine Simple Ways to End Boredom and Feel Re-Energized - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Annette ColbyEver feel stuck in a rut and not sure about how to get out? If so, you're not alone. It's easy to get bored in the comfort of doing the same things in the same way at the same time. Here are nine simple and practical ideas to get out of a boring routine, and back into the enjoyment of life. ...
Views: 3641 - The Past Does Not Equal the Future - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2009 from Louise GoddardMany people are going through tough times. I'd like to say to those people: whatever is happening now is only your current reality - the residue of past thoughts, feelings, actions, events... With the speed of an email or a phone call, things can turn around for you -tomorrow, in a week, in a ...
Views: 3637(11 votes) - ***Pathways to Wholeness: Walking Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Janet NestorPublished in The Art of Wellbeing Magazine, 2009 There are various pathways that guide us in our quest for wholeness and unification with our innermost self. One pathway that I have come to cherish is Walking Meditation. This method seems to nurture me, relax me, and provide the space and ...
Views: 3631(16 votes) - DO PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS WORK? YES BUT NOT EXACTLY HOW MOST HUMANS WOULD LIKE - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenziePeople sometimes ask me to pray for them. I always do. But sometimes they wonder: why did I not pass that exam when you were praying and blessing me. The answer is perhaps that was not to be for you at that particular time. Possibly a greater lesson is needed in your life and that is the lesson ...
Views: 3566(1 vote) - A “REVIEW” OF THE BOOK 'Three Wishes: Palestinian and Israeli Children Speak' - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A “REVIEW” OF THE BOOK 'Three Wishes: Palestinian and Israeli Children Speak' Shared by Craig Lock Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at ...
Views: 3559(1 vote) - Inspiration From a 13 Year Old - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Kristen BakerToday I received a paper written by a 13 year old girl. She loves to perform and when she finally had her chance on center stage, she got butterflies and felt as though she could burst. What struck me was that this young lady put herself in the present moment and used her senses. She smelled ...
Views: 3559(4 votes) - "Say 'YES' to your Potential" (a Self Help Book by Skip Ross): A SUMMARY - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Craig LockWe share what we know, so that we all may grow." * "SAY 'YES' TO YOUR POTENTIAL" Introduction: Craig has been studing the amazing powers of the human mind, as well as the "secrets of success" for the past two decades. This article (in point form ...
Views: 3551 - Claim Your Personal Power - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Jenny MannionThis topic of our own personal power has come up so much in my life over the last few weeks that it was impossible NOT to write about. Yes, it has meant me facing some of my own personal demons but it is well worth it! WE — yes, EVERY single one of us are powerful beyond anything we have ever ...
Views: 3544 - BLESSING POWER: Overwhelm your life with blessings. Blessings certainly do no harm and may do a lot of good - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieHave you thought about what is the greatest blessing? I think it is is the blessing of life, the miracle of life. Let us transform our life into a living blessing. Let us endow it with qualities that add to life, by being a blessing to ourselves and others. May we all be a blessing to ourselves ...
Views: 3533 - Finding Your Way Out of the Swamp When you Are Shoulder-Deep in Alligators - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from William CottringerFinding Your Way Out of the Swamp When you Are Shoulder-Deep in Alligators By Bill Cottringer “No problem can stand the assault of sustained thinking.” ~Voltaire. Scene. Picture this: A Cold, foggy, and damp early morning when you find yourself under-dressed and shoulder-deep in a ...
Views: 3511(3 votes) - Get Inspired with 10 Powerful Ram Dass Quotes - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Ram DassRam Dass is a beloved spiritual figure, who teaches and promotes service in ecology, socially-conscious business practices, and care for the dying. His book, Be Here Now, is a great spiritual classic of the 20th century. Get inspired and motivated today with 10 of the most popular Ram Dass ...
Views: 3508 - Where You Came From - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Where you came from does not mean that you are destined to be in a certain situation, place, or doing a certain thing. Where you are going depends on you; and the amount of determination and work that you are willing to put forth to get you where you want to be. Some people forget where they ...
Views: 3475 - Follow Your Dreams and The Money Will Follow - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Evelyn LimSuccessful people has found out that when they step out to find their true calling, money come to them very easily. Sticking to their vision brings their dreams forward. Indeed, as the saying that goes, "Find what you love to do for a living and the money will follow". In short, work at ...
Views: 3470(1 vote) - Overcoming Sadness - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from CHARLES GLASSMANNo, I did not see Toy Story 3; but, recently, my wife and two daughters did. When my wife came home, she shared with me the premise of the story. As she told it to me, I felt an overwhelming sense of sadness. Similar to the bubbling over sensation when we uncontrollably belly laugh, I felt a ...
Views: 3430(3 votes) - What's your vision? Create a vision board to help determine what you really want - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Christina HollisterYou were born with potential You were born with goodness and trust You were born with ideals and dreams You were born with greatness You were born with wings You are not meant for crawling, so don’t. You have wings Learn to use them, and Fly." ~Rumi (1207-1273) When I was around 11 or ...
Views: 3419(4 votes) - Life is a Journey, How can we Enjoy The Ride? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Andrew HortonI am sure you have heard the cliché “Life is a Journey, Enjoy the Ride” Bandied about recklessly by people around you all the time. These same people then tell you that they are not enjoying their lives, but when they get the new promotion, their kids go off to varsity or they start to earn a ...
Views: 3418(1 vote) - 5 Affirmation Starters You Need To Know To Make Them Work! - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Claire McGee"I think I can. I think I can." Those are the immortal words of the Little Engine That Could, the train locomotive from the children's story who against all odds pulled his heavy load over the mountain. Those words were his affirmation to himself that pushed him to keep trying until he finally ...
Views: 3417(5 votes) - "Getting" Your Soul Contracts to Start Breaking Through Barriers - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2012 from Danielle MacKinnonWhenever I give a lecture or teach a class – no matter if it’s a class in soul contracts, intuition, animal communication – two of the most common questions I receive are “How do I know what my Soul Contracts are?” and “How can I master my Soul Contracts?” I love these questions as Soul ...
Views: 3404 - How To Find Your Burning Desire To Succeed - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from Roy EakesDo you have big dreams and goals you want to accomplish? If you are reading this, then the answer is most likely yes. You may have been highly motivated when you started to work toward what you wanted, but now your motivation has waned or even disappeared completely. Perhaps you have not even ...
Views: 3399(2 votes) - Take Inventory of Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Andrew HortonYou can never hope to move onto the path of sustainable success, where you will find meaning, value and fulfilment, unless you take inventory of your life first. Explore everything in your life and develop a clear understanding of your strengths and weaknesses. Take a really thorough look at ...
Views: 3395 - Gandhi's Legacy of Non-Violence - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from Craig LockGANDHI'S LEGACY OF NON-VIOLENCE “Those who stand up for justice will always be on the right side of history.” - Dr Martin Luther-King, Jnr "Those who say that religion has nothing to do with politics, don't know what religion is." - Mahatma Gandhi For people around the world, to ...
Views: 3391 - How To Avoid Out-Aging Yourself Out Of A Job - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2013 from William CottringerHow To Avoid Out-Aging Yourself Out Of A Job By Bill Cottringer “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter.” ~ Mark Twain. The workforce in America is becoming more skewed at both ends of the age spectrum—the younger and the older workers. Older ...
Views: 3380(1 vote) - ***Books That Have Inspired My Personal Journey - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Janet NestorI love books and I often go on a reading binge that lasts for weeks at a time. Pathways to Wholeness is about mindful meditation, personal growth, spiritual development and personal healing. I'd like to mention some of the books that touched my heart and inspired my personal wellness journey. ...
Views: 3350(9 votes) - My Interview for the Get Inspired! Project - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from David RiklanI recently had the pleasure of being interviewed for the Get Inspired! Project - a collection of amazing stories of inspiration from professionals and entrepreneurs developed by Toni Reese, President of The PEOPLE Academy, Inc. Below is an excerpt from the full interview, which can be viewed ...
Views: 3335(12 votes) - In Business and In Life, Trust Your Intuition - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2012 from Jay RifenbaryYou’ve likely had numerous occasions in life where you had to make a major decision regarding careers, relationships, residences, investments, family, children, and other realms of life responsibilities that have significantly impacted your happiness, fulfillment, and contentment. What are the ...
Views: 3312 - How to leave a legacy of excellence - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Ozias Mucheriwa“No person was ever honoured for what he received. Honour has been the reward for what he gave.” Calvin Coolidge When we go through life we subscribe to different value systems; some people place much emphasis on having a lot of money. Some consider relationships to be more important than ...
Views: 3310(4 votes) - A Day That Changed My Life Forever - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Lordiel PalmerJune 22nd, 1993 … A day I will never forget. A day edged in my mind but continues to change with time. I was an RN working in critical care and I had decided to become a travel nurse and had only two weeks to go before my son Dishan, daughter Barbara-lee and myself would leave to start our ...
Views: 3303 - Inspire Yourself Through Daydreams - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from Lori Anne ChanceIf you’re like most people, you probably feel that daydreaming is a waste of time – a period spent in mental wandering instead of getting something constructive done. The truth is, daydreams have an important place in our lives. They are often the inspiration you need to take the first step ...
Views: 3257(3 votes) - How an Introvert Handles Awkward Situations - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Ron EdmondsonOne thing middle age has done for me is make me more aware of who I really am and how I respond to life. I can wish I was wired differently, I can somewhat adapt my personality to my environment, and I can’t use my personality as an excuse for bad behavior, but I am coming to terms with how God ...
Views: 3252(1 vote) - The Hero's Journey - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Kelley KremerMany of us fail to recognize the dormant hero that lies in each one of us. We are taught to believe that in order to be a hero we must perform some truly noble act or possess supernatural abilities. Only then, we feel, will our lives be validated and some higher duty fulfilled. The greatest ...
Views: 3242(8 votes) - Live Your Dream Through Overcoming Obstacles And Never Ever Quit! - by Submitted on May 22, 2010 from Craig Lock"We share what we know, so that we all may grow - to help and encourage others in the amazing journey that is life." * LIVE YOUR DREAM THROUGH OVERCOMING OBSTACLES AND NEVER EVER QUIT A collection of thoughts and quotations compiled by Craig ...
Views: 3241(5 votes) - Forgive Yourself: Letting Go and Moving On - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixFor most of us as children, the word “forgiveness” was a daily part of our upbringing. We were told to turn the other cheek, and to forgive and forget. But more often than not, those instructions only applied to other people – many of whom wanted forgiving! I don’t often recall being told to ...
Views: 3230(4 votes) - Need Inspiration and Motivation? Read These Stories of Success - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Lori Anne ChanceI’ve seen it time and time again – women who lose their inspiration, their passion for life. Instead of focusing on goals that will help them feel fulfilled, they are mired in the demands of everyday life. In addition, they often fear the thought of trying to achieve something new, special, ...
Views: 3217(4 votes) - Can 'Ordinary' People Effect Change and Make a Better World? The Power of ONE - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Can 'Ordinary' People Effect Change and Make a Better World? The Power of ONE Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): "Inspiration, Spiritual, Words of Upliftment and Inspiration, "The Power of One", Empowerment Web Sites: http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock ...
Views: 3215 - Mattie Stepanek: "Play After Every Storm" - A Profile in Living Well - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Steve RiceThe storms of life will come...that is inevitable. You will face adversity. We all do. The question, then is, What will you do? What will you do after you have faced the dark night of pain or despair? How will you continue to live when you don't feel like going on? How can you take ...
Views: 3212