In the early 1950’s, Ivan Borzormenyi-Nagy introduced the concept of an “Emotional Ledger” or an “Emotional Bank Account” which everyone keeps. This emotional ledger is the mental record of the good’s and bad’s, experienced or perceived, by an individual. This ledger is the accounting of negatives and positives deposited into the mental and emotional bank […]

Greek philosopher Socrates (469 – 399 BC) is known for his wisdom and as a teacher. This brief story is about both. Strolling through Athens, Socrates crossed paths with a friend. His friend grinned and said, “Socrates listen to what I just heard about one of your students!” Before the man could blurt out his […]

Every single day is an adventure–sometimes scary, sometimes outrageously fun, but always unique. Be enthusiastic about each day. What do you get to do today that you’ve never done before? Nothing you say? It’s just the same old, same old? Not so fast my friend. This is a new day. It can be whatever you […]

Today is the day to begin moving into the great future you desire. Bring all the enthusiastic energy you need to the surface of your being and leap into action Free Yourself It’s easy to make excuses. Blaming what happened on a situation or another person happens often. Excuses don’t really help, and they make […]

When was the last time a co-worker, friend or family member gave you a heart-felt, sincere thank you. Not just a “thanks for doing blah blah blah….” But a real, look you in the eye, take their time, slowly and fully say how much they appreciate you or what you did. For most people that […]

Your beliefs are the crucial ingredient that unlocks the windows of opportunity in your life. Before you can achieve anything you must first make it happen within your mind. There is very little that can stop your achievement except your own negative or doubting thinking. When you feel and believe that wonderful things can happen […]

Do you ever feel bogged down?  Look ahead at the possibilities. You need to think about what you are doing today, but don’t lose your vision.  Many say, “I don’t have a vision, I don’t know what’s ahead.”  That‘s called a “fuzzy vision”. If you look out ahead and don’t see much coming, it’s because […]

Do you have something you want in your life, that you believe is reason worthwhile and doable—but it keeps eluding you?  Stop focusing on why you can’t.  Begin to tell yourself the “reason why” you can and will—now! Obstacles are on the path to any goal.  That’s life.  You need to learn strategies to overcome […]