http://www.successarticle.info/ Success articles, news, feeds and much more! Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 en-us  Experienced immigration lawyers can determine the most suitable visa category for you. They offer you an interactive, innovative, and easy-to-use questionnaire that asks for all the basic facts and information required to start your visa process. Tidwell, Swaim and Associates, representing over 100 countries with over 30,000 successful immigration law cases. Experts in Employment-Based Cases, Family-Based Cases, Citizenship Cases, Federal Cases, Colleges and Universities, Removal and Depor Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1048-_SUBMITTED_by_David_Swaim_ri_tsalaw_com_Immigration_law_Dallas_immigration_law_experts_Dallas_immigration_lawyers.html The verses in bold below are often attributed to being Saint Francis's prayer to God. Regardless of what your religious beliefs may be, I humbly ask that you remain open to the underlying message in the verses below. I would like to suggest that the words & values contained below, may serve to bring you peace, happiness, wealth, and success in your life. If you are able to consistently practice being an instrument of peace, your actions may serve to attract all that you desire Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1047-Be_An_Instrument_of_Peace_Attract_Your_Desires.html article test submit Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1046-_SUBMITTED_by_Testarticlesubmitname_gitmove_at_yakoo_com_test_article_submit.html Imagine that right now, right here, today… there is within your grasp not one but several opportunities to redesign specific aspects of your life so that the sum total is a life you absolutely love. Then imagine that the only thing standing between you and your opportunities is a closed mind, fear, habits, concern, worry, drama, or perhaps mental, physical, and emotional clutter. Do you know what a default is? It’s what you get when you don’t choose to get something else and for most of us a Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1045-Creating_A_Life_You_Love_By_Robin_Harris.html If you are not experiencing perfect, harmonious, pressure-free life experiences right now, it is because there are some unresolved problems in your world that are preventing it from happening. Simple logic compels the conclusion that if you could somehow resolve these problems, harmony would be restored.It would seem that everybody has nagging problems that they'd give anything to be rid of. But too few know how to do it and in their frantic search for the elusive "something" that might res Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1044-Scientific_Discovery_Reveals_How_You_Can_Live_Better_Forever_By_Davis_Goss.html This past Memorial Day weekend I decided to revisit my bookshelf to poke around and reminisce with books I’d read over the last decade. You see, I not only like to collect great books, I also date each one to remind me of when I read it. My ‘invisible finger’ guided me toward a book I read seven years ago titled, “Wealth and Freedom” by David Levin. Wealth and Freedom (I know…sounds boring) is a great read on political economy for non-economists…like me.In the second chapter titled “Capita Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1043-Creative_Destruction_By_Victor_Gonzalez.html The other day I went shopping at the local consumer electronics warehouse where they have everything from talking toasters to serenading telephones. I was looking for a new printer since mine had just died from a respiratory belt problem.As I shopped around I was simply amazed at how large the warehouse was and the selections available. Just the television section covered an area the size of two tennis courts with screen selection sizes running from 6 inches to large plasma screens over 1,00 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1042-Consuming_Passions_Consuming_Success_By_Victor_Gonzalez.html In the Greek tale of creation, a Titan (Greek god) by the name of Epimetheus is given the task of creating living creatures. He screws the job up by giving all the good DNA and survival mechanisms to the animals. When it came time to creating man he had nothing left but soft skin and weak limbs.Desperate, he calls upon his brother Prometheus (which means forethought) to help him out. Prometheus decides to give humans the ability to walk upright and be able to see far away into the distance Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1041-Promethean_Hispanic_Fire_By_Victor_Gonzalez.html Few books have impacted my perspective on human psychologically and behavior. A little over a year ago I read a book by Dr. Martin Seligman called, “Learned Optimism”. Seligman was intrigued by an experiment he had witnessed involving dogs who exhibited inexplicable behaviors. His curiosity led him to create the “Shuttle box” experiment. Without going into great detail, the two-phased experiment went along these lines.Phase 1: ‘Group A’ dogs were individually placed into a harness with a ba Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1040-Moving_to_the_Other_Side_of_Box_By_Victor_Gonzalez.html Everyone talks about how to be successful through hard work and effort. Forget that! I’m going to take a different approach. I’m going to show you how to lose all your hard earned money and fake your own death (I mean destiny), and be successful at it.Step 1: Be a Sissy-Being a sissy has nothing to do with physical strength and everything to do with mental strength. I know you want to be successful but you’re too afraid to make a commitment to your dream. You’re scared to take chances. Y Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1039-How_to_Lose_Your_Money_Fake_Your_Destiny_with_Great_Success_By_Victor_Gonzalez.html Something’s missing! As a Hispanic in this great country, I can walk tall knowing that our contributions to the American ideal is everyday becoming more visible.But something’s missing!Recent studies show that Hispanic purchasing power continues to increase at a healthy pace. Hispanics are opening new businesses and moving into the upper echelons of Corporate America.But something is missing!Hispanic women are making their presence felt in the marketplace and contributing in great numbers.St Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1038-Hispanicus_Economicus_By_Victor_Gonzalez.html We own a home on the island of Puerto Rico nestled high in the mountains against the backdrop of the United States’ only national rainforest, The Yunque. To say that the trees, faunas and wildlife are incredible is an understatement.Where we live there are only a few handful of houses spaced apart enough to enjoy one’s own privacy. One of my neighbors is a wonderful retiree name Emilio. When you look at Emilio he reminds you of that favorite grandfather who would probably play pranks on you Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1037-Fallen_Ladders_Don_t_Matter_By_Victor_Gonzalez.html I recently was made aware of two comparative statistics that I thought you might find extremely valuable. I learned that the average American reads less than 2 books per year- one and a half to be exact, with almost two thirds of those going unfinished. On the whole, Americans have lost the habit of reading good books.There is a notable exception, however. CEO’s of Fortune 500 companies read, on average, roughly FOUR BOOKS PER WEEK! That equates to about 200 times the average for the rest Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1036-Reading_The_Best_15_minutes_You_ll_Ever_Invest_By_Roger_Seip.html McDonald’s does it, why shouldn’t you? Life is filled with choices; why not choose to live life in a more satisfying way.1. Say Yes to Life. “Be not afraid of life. Believe that life is worth living, and your belief will help create the fact.” -Henry JamesSaying yes to life allows wonderful blessings to come to you. Say yes to opportunity and success. Say yes to a life that you live by your standards. Say yes to making your own decisions and not seeking approval of others. Say yes to a fulf Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1035-5_Ways_To_SuperSize_Your_Life_By_Marie_Roker.html Oprah and Harpo Productions, consistently reap awe-inspiring progress and record-breaking profits even after 25 years. While Oprah consistently soars with stellar growth, the rest of the industry seems to stumble, tumble or even disappear. So, just what is it about Oprah that has her consistently reaping hilacious growth for more than two decades and still remain fresh and vivacious as ever? Oprah Winfrey has reinvented herself so smoothly, so successfully and with such precision, very few ha Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1034-Chinese_Gooseberries_and_Oprah_By_Fran_Briggs.html You’re considering a new career, new place to live or new business, retirement, or any other move. You ask, "Will I be happy?" If you remember the old, old song, "What will be" may not be the answer you’re looking for.There are no one-size-fits-all guidelines, but there are five questions that can help you anticipate how you’ll enjoy what you get.1. "Did I choose to make this move or am I being pressured?" When you feel in control, you are most likely to be happy after you make a move. Whe Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1033-Five_Tips_for_Perfect_Transition_Decisions_By_Cathy_Goodwin_Ph_D_.html What is an ANT? An ANT is an acronym for Automatic Negative Thoughts. What is a WORM? A WORM is a metaphor for deep-seated, unconscious beliefs that lye dormant in our consciousness analogous to a computer virus that only activates when a certain button is pushed on our keyboard. What is a FEAR? A FEAR is False Evidence Appearing Real; an optical illusion that makes you believe it is impossible to move beyond this point so why even try. FEAR is a lie! ANTs are pre-conscious thoughts, be Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1032-The_Gravitational_Pull_of_ANTs_WORMS_FEARS_By_Philippe_Matthews.html In the book, The SHOCKwealth System™, it is discussed that there are four fears that must be overcome in order to experience true success. One of those fears is the fear of success itself. The Fear Of Success is the self-sabotaging fear. Have you ever come close to actualizing a goal that you have put forth--- only to walk away from it or sabotage it when it appeared that victory was finally near? The fear of success is what I refer to as ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts) and WORMS (Deep se Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1031-The_Reasons_Why_We_Fear_Success_By_Philippe_Matthews.html Have you ever felt as if you are beating your head against a wall? You repeatedly try to reach a goal but you never seem to achieve it. Instead you are struggling rather than moving forward and achieving your goals with grace and ease. You are not alone. The struggle to move from what we don’t want to what we do want is, unfortunately, a fundamental struggle for many individuals. Believe it or not, it is very common for people to struggle against what they want and to actively limit their Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1030-The_One_Two_Punch_for_Success_Authenticity_and_Alignment_By_Rebecca_Le_Vine.html There is a difference but what constitutes a life and what constitutes a lifestyle is pretty ambiguous. One thing that seems pretty clear to me is the lifestyle is observable while a life can have many internal aspects to it. A lifestyle can include people, material things, environments, how we spend our time, energy, and money. A life includes things like our beliefs, our values, our commitments, our soul’s dream, and our vision. If you choose a lifestyle first you could wind up with an e Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1029-Life_Versus_Lifestyle_By_Robin_Harris.html Unexpected life changes. Anticipated transitions. Long, sleepless nights. What do these three things have in common? The ability to provoke one of the most haunting questions in the library of human introspectives: "What on earth am I going to do with the rest of my life?" While I can't pretend to answer to this question for anyone other than myself, I can offer those in this position some basic tips on how to ensure that their future turns out as bright as their class valedictorian said it Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1028-What_Am_I_Going_To_Do_With_The_Rest_Of_My_Life_By_Soni_Pitts.html The very first "motivational speaker" I heard as an adult was a gentleman named Mort Utley. I experienced his speech in May of 1989 in Nashville, Tennessee, at the end of a week of Sales School with the Southwestern Company. I was 19 years old and had just finished my freshman year at the University of Wisconsin, and Mr. Utley's speech was the final component of my formal training to sell educational books door-to-door for the summer. I was absolutely coming out of my skin with an indescrib Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1027-Average_Sucks_By_Roger_Seip.html I’ve been thinking a lot about what I believe to be the central challenge facing our clients right now, along with the rest of our society. It’s not an original concept by any means, but more and more I come to believe that it is the key to unlocking every success principle in existence.Discipline.Discipline may seem like an odd thing to emphasize- but I see the results of real discipline every day. I also see the results of the lack of discipline every day. Here’s what I mean:Think about Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1026-Discipline_By_Roger_Seip.html Did you know that your past, present, and future can affectdirectly or indirectly your outlook in life? THE PAST Have you ever done something that is so regrettable you couldn'tforgive yourself? Have you ever made a mistake that up to the present time you're still blaming yourself? Are you still torturingyourself with the thought that only if you could've done it differently, you're living a much better life right now? Good news for you! You don't have to keep this burden in your heartf Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1025-How_To_Use_The_Past_Future_And_Present_In_Attaining_Success_By_Michael_Lee.html Do you sometimes feel that you're living a boring life? Youjust can't seem to find anything exciting. You wake up in the morning, then do the same old rituals. You go to the office or to school. You meet the same people,do the same job, travel the same road, booooring. Nextday, same story. Do you want a change in your life? The solution is YOU!You're the master of your destiny. You decide if you wantto have a change or not. Take the situation of a high school graduate. He have 2 cho Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1024-Live_Your_Life_To_The_Fullest_By_Michael_Lee.html "Fear Factor" is one of my favorite TV shows. It highlights the courage of the participants to engage inthe most fearsome and disgusting acts. Most of the contestants are willing to sacrifice theirdignity for the sake of the prize money. So what doesthat imply? It implies that with the proper mindset,determination, and will power, you can conquer your fear. Everyone has some sort of fear. It may be brought aboutby any one or more of the following reasons. 1) by a traumatic past inci Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1023-Control_Your_Fear_Before_It_Controls_You_By_Michael_Lee.html Something happens when you come to the intersection called mid-life; you can look back in retrospect and see your life from an entirely different context. For many this mid-life review brings about a sense of urgency that ignites what is formally called “the mid-life crisis”. It’s where we can trace the effects back to causes that were initiated by our own poor decision, our inattention to important details, our recklessness, our fear, our misplaced priorities, and our ignorance. It can be a Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1022-Make_The_Second_Half_The_Best_Half_By_Robin_Harris.html 1. Clear vision + Intention + Purpose + Focus = Success! A vision is many things: the original blueprint of the successful outcome you desire, a thought picture turned into visual action, a full expression of you! If you are given a vision, then it is within your power to make it happen, if you choose. You would not have been given the vision without the ability to make it come true. Visions are so powerful, it is essential that you know exactly what you are visioning and why. Intention Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1021-Five_Formulas_for_Committing_to_Success_By_Sharon_Hooper.html Every man who accomplishes things sees first in his mind what he wishes to do. He puts away all doubt. It makes no difference how small or how large the thing you want to do may be; if you have an unlimited confidence in your ability to do it, you will do it. - Charles FillmoreBy definition, vision is a future orientation, a broad stroke picture that serves as the basis for making decisions or taking actions towards achieving the vision. In order for a vision to become a reality, there are cer Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1020-Vision_What_Are_You_Doing_Today_Towards_Achieving_Your_Vision_By_Marion_Franklin.html Back from my amazing summer excursion, a month long drive through Spain! Well, I mean, I didn’t do any of the driving, my partner did. See, I only know how to drive an automatic and since we have a stick here in Belgium, my partner kindly agreed to do all the driving. In total it ended up being close to 5000 kilometers and he did beautifully without so much as a complaint. Nice, huh? My part in this adventure was to be the navigator. A role that I take with great relish and responsibili Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1019-Wait_That_s_Not_on_the_Map_By_Roge_DeWitt.html Decide which game to play. Is winning that important all of the time? Jump in, ready or not. Take risks, you may not be able to tomorrow. Keep on truckin'. You know the highway, keep up with the flow. Grab opportunities. Can you recognize one or are you always thinking about it? No excuses allowed. Of course not, don't whine either. Ignore naysayers. They don't know any more than you do. Never personalize. It's just a game, your next boss may be around the corner. Whistle while Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1018-Job_and_Life_Rules_to_Follow_By_Marilyn_Tellez.html Abundance is intangible, spiritual and attracts energy. To attract this type of energy you need to define it, for when you name it, you can claim it. Your definition of abundance is as personal as your DNA. Abundance is the same feeling you have when all the toothpaste is gone and you realize with a sigh that there is a spare in the cabinet. Emotional abundance is having reserves available when you need them -- a loving safety net for you to pull from when needed to balance. Reserves a Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1017-Three_Gratifying_Ways_To_Add_Abundance_To_Your_Life_By_Catherine_Franz.html e-Learning is doubling yearly. Classes, e-courses, e-books on how-to and what-to appear by the thousands online weekly. In-person seminars and workshops are limited to location and access. e-Learning allows easy access, creation, and international distribution to a whole new world of experiences -- negative and positive. Avid learners now feel like there is a smorgasbord laid out before them. It’s like having teachers and trainers crowded into your den. Yet, no sooner do you buy one e- Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1016-Techniques_to_Help_e_Learning_By_Catherine_Franz.html Step 1: List all the business activities that you complete (regularly or not). Examples: phone calls, meetings, paperwork, projects, sales, follow-up procedures, writing, learning/researching, web site design, delivering core services (substitute name), etc. Yes, this might seem time consuming. You will need to trust in this process and wait for the benefits to appear. You can create the list two ways: (1) focus and write all in a list, or (2) track your activities, even the 5-minute it Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1015-Practical_Nine_Step_Guide_to_Max_Productivity_By_Catherine_Franz.html The best and fastest way to learn how to make moneyon the Internet is to buy the marketing books ofsuccessful web marketers. You can find a selection ofmarketing books at these sites:http://www.ebooksnbytes.com http://www.freezineweb.com/mktg-books.html http://www.free-ebooks.net/ http://www.ebookdirectory.com/But there's also another way: study their web sitesand reverse engineer their success.The great thing about the Internet is that everythingis visible - nothing is hidden. If it's work Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1014-How_To_Reverse_Engineer_Your_Success_ _By_Michael_Southon.html A Lifelong Learning Plan is a conscious, continuous engagement in acquiring, assimilating and applying knowledge and skills in the context of authentic, self-directed growth and challenge. It is rare for individuals to take this initiative. Most people operate on a "what they need now" plan and typically attend educational institutions for their training. Lifelong Learning is a philosophy of approaching learning as an integral, inseparable part of our life’s activities. Here are ten guidelin Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1013-10_Keys_to_Designing_A_Personal_Lifelong_Learning_Process_By_Catherine_Franz.html People who are on the same journey tend to band together, and the journey of life is no different. Throughout the Internet and in the real world, like-minded travelers have joined to form support groups, newsgroups, goal-buddy groups, chat rooms, tele-groups (using conference call telephone bridge lines) coaching groups, and mailing lists (email or snail mail) - just to name a handful of the available support resources - all dedicated to making sure that every member or participant has a real Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1012-Creating_Your_Own_Success_Support_System_By_Soni_Pitts.html Coming up with new dreams and passions can be fun, easy and inspiring - at least until you sit down and begin trying to sort out how to actually accomplish these wild goals. Suddenly, what seemed like such a clear and well-marked path takes on the aspect of an overgrown and thickly brambled wilderness of dangerous, unseen pitfalls and endlessly branching and unmarked trails. It's enough to make you want to crawl back into your boring old life and forget the whole thing ever happened. But let's Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1011-Back_Planning_For_Success_By_Soni_Pitts.html Creating a goal tracking chart is as simple as drawing a basic grid or table. Create as many vertical columns as you have goals to include, and include a horizontal row for every sub-goal or milestone you wish to divide your goals into, plus one row on top for your "Finish By" date and one row below for your goal heading or title. [Hint: Creating a goal tracking chart poster-sized on inexpensive and brightly colored poster board ensures visibility and accountability!] Complete and use your ch Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1010-Tracking_Success_With_A_Goal_Tracking_Chart_By_Soni_Pitts.html Give back Once you've achieved success, use your skills, talents, position and influence to help others. Have you finally made it famous? Volunteer to show up at benefits to draw in the crowds (and the donations). Has your artistic ability finally achieved a level that garners good prices and lauded praise? Donate some works to a charity, or offer to do a mural or other piece for someone or some place that could really use it. Made your first million? Well, you get the picture. What com Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1009-Reach_Your_Goals_Give_Back_By_Soni_Pitts.html Once you've made it...throw a Success Shindig! Of course you should celebrate your wins, but why do it in the time-honored (and boooooring) ways? Throw yourself a theme party, invite all your friends, coworkers, family - whomever you think should share in the fun - and let the good times roll. Ideas include: Throw a rock-climbing party at the local indoor climbing wall to celebrate your successful "climb to the top"! Host a "coming out" masquerade party. Invitees wear their brightest an Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1008-Reach_Your_Goals_Throw_A_Success_Shindig_By_Soni_Pitts.html Have a "Pitch Party" Invite friends and work together to haul out all the old stuff in your life that no longer works with your new direction. For example, if you have lost a substantial amount of weight, drag out all those too-big clothes, the ugly sweats you slouched around the house in and anything else that belongs with the "old you" (diet magazines, weigh-in charts, etc). If your goal is more esoteric or offers less tangible reminders of the changes, such as completing a training cours Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1007-Reach_Your_Goals_Have_A_Pitch_Party_By_Soni_Pitts.html Give yourself a gold star Remember how rewarding it was in grade school to get back an assignment with a gold star sticker or some other tangible acknowledgement of a job well done? Well you can apply the same psychological boost to your goal-based activities today! Sure, you could go about this in the literal sense, adding a sticker or some other item that makes you smile, such as a rubber stamp, to your daybook, calendar or goal-tracking sheet as a way to reinforce your successes. But why Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1006-Reach_Your_Goals_Give_Yourself_A_Gold_Star_By_Soni_Pitts.html Clown around Among the Plains Indians, heyoka, or sacred clowns, often purposely behave in strange or counter-intuitive ways, such as living their lives "backward" (riding facing the rear of the horse, drying off before bathing, etc.). They also tell tales of sadness and woe during good times and spin gleeful tales during times of want. This is done to teach the tribe's members not to take life too seriously, to remind them that all ups and downs are transient, and, on a more metaphysical le Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1005-Reach_Your_Goals_Clown_Around_By_Soni_Pitts.html Use birthdays and other gift-giving holidays to help reach your goals Suggest to friends and family that for your birthday, Christmas, Hanukah, etc., you would much rather receive goal-related gifts than a new set of bath salts or scented candles. Examples: Tuition assistance at the college you're attending to get that new degree. Supplies, or money toward supplies, to open your new business. A gift certificate to a trendy shop to buy new clothes for that new figure. An invitation to t Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1004-Reach_Your_Goals_Use_Your_Holidays_By_Soni_Pitts.html Have a therapeutic meltdown It's crunch time: you're two days behind and the deadline's looming, your dog just ate your last clean hard copy of that oh-so-vital data and the helpful people at your computer company's customer service seem to have left the building - while you're stuck on hold looking at the "blue screen of death." Time to lose it - constructively. Get up and stomp and rant. Make it good, using up all those swear words you swore you'd save for a real emergency. Throw a fe Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1003-Reach_Your_Goals_Have_A_Theraputic_Meltdown_By_Soni_Pitts.html Choose a personal theme song and soundtrack that stirs you and refocuses you on your goal What would a superhero be without theme music? And what about those soundtracks used in the movies to make sure that those of us in the audience are either gripping our seats or bawling our eyes out on cue? Why not do the same for your life? Choose a song that seems to "say it all" about how you feel about your goal, or that just plain inspires you to do your best, then pick a "soundtrack" of other supp Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1002-Reach_Your_Goals_Create_A_Soundtrack_By_Soni_Pitts.html Friendly competition Get together with a group of like-minded friends who are committed to reaching the same, or similar, goals. Brainstorm ways to "compete" in reaching those goals, decide on the timing and logistics of regular "check-in" meetings and perhaps set up a system of rewards. Example: A group of friends all wish to lose weight. They decide to buy inexpensive pedometers to track their daily walking distance. Weekly meetings enable them to compare numbers and the winner each w Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1001-Reach_Your_Goals_Friendly_Competition_By_Soni_Pitts.html Make a game out of reaching your goals Go to a yard sale and pick up a cheap board game, if you don't have any "throw away" games at home. Sit down and brainstorm a way to transform the game into goal-completion fun. Use contact paper to cover the old instructions or commands, and write in new ones with a permanent marker. Use stickers, arts and craft supplies, etc., to dress up the game to fit your needs. Then set the game up somewhere out of the way to play on an on-going fashion until Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-1000-Reach_Your_Goals_Make_A_Game_Out_Of_It_By_Soni_Pitts.html Believe in your own Divine nature Despite the varying religious backgrounds that the world offers, all religions have one thing in common - a belief that their deity ordains each person's existence here on earth, usually through direct assistance in the birth process by the creation and gifting of a soul. That means that you are here because the omnipotent creator of the Universe thinks it's a good idea. And also, it follows by simple logic that if you are here, and alive, then some part of Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:20:50 +0000 http://www.successarticle.info/ind-999-Reach_Your_Goals_Believe_In_Your_Own_Divine_Nature_By_Soni_Pitts.html