Helping You Reach Your Peak

Growth is a Process

2010-12-04T09:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a wonderful video I came across that illustrates it takes time to grow to your full potential. Watch this video closely and examine how it pertains to you or someone you know. Enjoy. I welcome your comments on this video.

20 Steps to a Meaningful Life

2010-12-03T19:37:00.001-05:00

By Herm Allen Build Your Steps A life that is meaningful and fulfilling can be yours. All it takes is a little self-knowledge, a plan and some hard work. The work however doesn't seem as difficult if you are doing what makes you happy and allows you to be fulfilled. Below is a twenty-step plan that will set you on your path to a life of fulfillment. Taking the time to follow this plan step

Loving Life With a Positive Mindset

2010-10-31T18:00:00.000-04:00

Loving life means trying to live a fulfilled life. But doing so can be difficult without having a positive mindset. For many people, it can be pretty hard to enjoy living a life full of problems and worries. But even in situations such as this, life can be enjoyed by having a positive state of mind. Having a positive attitude can help you appreciate life more. It is looking into the good things

Smuggle Success and Prosperity into Your Mind for Great Results

2010-09-27T14:56:00.000-04:00

Do you ever feel that some parts of yourself are fighting against your best efforts? That they're holding you back from achievement? The part of self that most people have the greatest problems with is the "border guard" in charge of keeping you within your comfort zone. In fact, it's common to hear some people refer to their guard as some kind of enemy or mindless adversary. But this “border

Your Power Tool to Choose

2010-09-21T21:18:00.002-04:00

The Power is Yours At sunrise (or earlier) you awaken to a loud ringing at your bedside. In an instant before your feet ever hit the floor, you have the opportunity to utilize one of the most powerful tools you have. Other than faith, this tool can take you to heights beyond your wildest imagination; and it can find you at the lowest of lows. So what is this powerful tool? The power to CHOOSE.

Finding Opportunities in Any Economy

2010-08-28T18:28:00.007-04:00

I love sharing life-changing information that helps individuals to become better at what they do and to become better persons. This month's Featured Article is from success expert, Jack Canfield. I am certain, after reading this article, you will experience something new in your thinking. Happy reading. ****************** Your own beliefs and behaviors are great predictors of your success

What is Purpose? Day Five

2010-08-07T07:00:00.001-04:00

Well, here we are...the final day in this series on 'Purpose.' Of course this is a topic that I could speak on for an entire month however, my desire was just to encourage you to see how 'Purpose' is working in your life. ====== Side Note: ====== If you would like to explore this topic in more detail, I am willing to offer a complimentary consultation. To receive an email consult, send your

What is Purpose? Day Four

2010-08-06T07:00:00.001-04:00

Purpose permits a view of life that looks beyond the apparent surroundings and the obvious pitfalls. When you are living in your purpose, it doesn't matter what is going on around you because purpose creates focus; and with this type of focus, there is no time to allow other matters to distract you. For example, Jesus came with a purpose to fulfill and He did not allow His surroundings to keep

What is Purpose? Day Three

2010-08-05T07:00:00.003-04:00

Welcome to day three of my series on 'Purpose.' I hope you have gotten something that you can apply to discovering and living your purpose. Today's post is an excerpt from an article I came across today. The author (William Damon, Prof. of Education at Stanford University & the Director of the Stanford Center on Adolescence) is writing about purpose in general, however he has done extensive

What is Purpose? Day Two

2010-08-04T07:00:00.000-04:00

As you may well know, we are finite beings living in an infinite universe. In other words, at some point we will perish from this earth and return to the dust from whence we came. However, fear not. Time is always given for the completion of purpose. That last statement is only true to those who seek and find what their true purpose is. There are many gifts and contributions to this "side"

What is Purpose? Day One

2010-08-03T07:00:00.001-04:00

You are here living, breathing on this earth for a reason. Even though our "physical" time on earth is limited - YOU HAVE A PURPOSE TO FULFILL! The following quotation exemplifies this: "Your existence is evidence that this generation needs something that your life contains." ~ Myles Munroe You may believe your life is only yours for the living and this is partly true; only you can live your

What is Purpose? Series

2010-08-02T12:56:00.000-04:00

My intent with this series is to expand your thinking on the topic of purpose and how it fits into your life. I also desire that you will engage in the dialogue and share your thoughts on how purpose is working (or should work) in your life. To get you thinking, consider the following on what purpose is. PURPOSE IS... ...the original intent for the creation of a thing, ...the original reason

How to Make Wise Decisions

2010-07-09T15:42:00.001-04:00

Lebron James just made one of the biggest decisions in his, relatively, young life; and I guarantee that it won't be his last. Having scanned online media, conversing with Facebook friends and watching the myriad of television reports regarding his decision, I ask, "did Lebron make a wise decision?" If he addresed the following strategy in making his decision, then one might say that he did.

5 Tips to Grow From Your Past

2010-06-14T19:10:00.000-04:00

There are a lot of people walking around today wandering in a "wilderness" experience because of what happened in his or her past. Without taking up a lot of your time, below are five tips to grow from your past and move to your future. 1. PUT it where it belongs...in the PAST! 2. ACCEPT that it happened. 3. SHAKE it off...move FORWARD! 4. THANK God you made it through. Don't allow

Overcome ANY Obstacle with 3 Simple Questions

2010-06-04T19:23:00.000-04:00

This article is from a good friend of mine - well, actually we don't know one another yet however, I value his work and you may have heard of him before. His name is Jack Canfield, the guy from the Chicken Soup for the Soul books. In this artcle he talks about overcoming obstacles. I'm certain you've had a few in your life. Read what Jack has to say and apply it to any obstacles you may encounter

Enjoy TODAY Everyday

2010-05-08T07:00:00.004-04:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! Yes, I have been blessed to see another one. For those of you who don't know, I'm now 42. Just a babe in terms of living out my dream. I just gettin' started. As my present to you, I want to share something with you I discovered surfing the 'Net that is appropriate for this occasion. It is about the subject of time - a concept that neither you or I have any control. We

The Powers of a Positive Attitude

2010-04-01T07:00:00.003-04:00

I am going to ask you to something very weird right now. First of all, I want you to listen to your thoughts. Now tell me, what do you hear? Would you label them as positive, or negative? Now let's say you are walking down the street with these thoughts. Do you think anyone who would meet you would be able to tell what’s on your mind? The answer to the first question is up to you. But, the

How to Expect the Best

2010-03-03T19:55:00.002-05:00

Do you ever find yourself getting stuck in negative thought patterns and expecting the worst possible outcome in every (or most) situation? It’s a common mindset that proves difficult to change when you finally decide you’ve had enough. Unfortunately, negative thoughts tend to breed and multiply on their own – even when you’re not consciously trying to think negatively. The good news is that

Beliefs 'R Us

2010-02-26T13:02:00.000-05:00

The Bible says, "the truth shall make you free." That is a powerful statement...to those who believe it. Before you can even tap into the divine power of that statement, there is one thing that can propel you forward or hold you back. That one thing is... BELIEF! Your belief system holds the key that unlocks your present and future success. I can almost guarantee that any failure" you've had or

Building a Positive Mental Attitude (PMA)

2010-02-18T07:00:00.012-05:00

Click picture for Napoleon Hill's work Napoleon Hill, the father of personal development and author of "Think and Grow Rich" postulated five 'Building Blocks' of a PMA. Allow me to share them with you here so that you have something to draw from when you feel a hint of negativity creeping in - that's not too difficult these days. Building Block #1 Move with definiteness and purpose towards

The Secret to Success is...

2010-02-17T09:00:00.001-05:00

So you really want to know what the secret to success is? I guess you do, otherwise you wouldn't be reading this. I...well, John Maxwell can tell you better than I can. Watch the video below: Whaddya think. Hit me with a comment below.

ABCs of Motivation: The Heart of Personal Development

2010-02-15T19:50:00.000-05:00

Pain may sometimes be the reason why people change. Getting flunking grades make us realize that we need to study. Debts remind us of our inability to control our spending. Being humiliated gives us the ‘push’ to speak up and fight for ourselves to save our face from the next embarrassments. It may be a bitter experience, a friend’s tragic story, a great movie, or an inspiring book that will

How the 'B' Word Hinders Your Progress

2010-02-13T15:31:00.001-05:00

How many times have you (or someone you know) said: “I would go back to school, but…” “I would look for another job, but…” or how about this one, “We need to start an investment program, but…” I could go on and on with enough “buts” to...well, never mind. I am a guilty party to this entrapment of progress myself. How do I know? Given my God-given abilities and talents, I should be

How Do You Spend 86,400 Seconds?

2010-02-05T08:00:00.003-05:00

That's the number of seconds in each and every day that you are alive. Have you ever said any of the following: "I wish there were more hours in the day." "Where did the time go." "I don't have enough time to..." I know I have. With the demands on our lives in this modern age of technology, economic uncertainty and just everyday life, time is our most precious commodity. The good thing about it

How Big is Your Why?

2010-02-03T11:33:00.001-05:00

My last post talked about 'dreaming big, living large' but how many of you are stuck in the dream? You probably have (or had) big dreams for your life however, you don't know HOW you will ever attain that dream and make it a reality. Well, there's your problem - you're too concerned with the HOW; instead, how big is your 'WHY'? That is, why would attaining your dream make a difference in your

Dreaming Big, Living Large

2010-02-01T23:59:00.007-05:00

"I'm going to be an astronaut." "I'm going to be a movie star." "I'm going to be the President." "I'm going to own a chocolate factory!" What were your childhood dreams? We still have the ability to dream big, no matter how old or young, no matter where we live, and no matter what our family believed and taught us to believe. However, most of us need to clear the cobwebs off our imagination.

Why People Fail at Goal Setting

2009-08-14T21:44:00.003-04:00

It is my desire to make sure you get the type of information that will propel you forward to reaching your goals, whatever they may be.I read an article (5 Reasons Most People Fail at Goal Setting, Dennis A. Kelly, 2008) that explained why people fail at goal setting. There are some “experts” who propose that goal setting doesn’t work. Well, its not that goal setting does not work, but the fact

5 Steps to Thinking Big and Living Grand

2009-05-07T19:28:00.002-04:00

I came across this article that I wish to share with you. Many of you probably aspire to (or aspired to) doing greater things than your parents of which there is nothing wrong with that. This article by Ali Brown, an online entrepreneur outlines how to "think big and live grand." Let me know what you think by clicking the comments link below. Enjoy."5 Steps to Thinking Big and Living Grand" by

Things Don't Always Stay the Same

2009-04-15T09:06:00.014-04:00