Blog entries tagged 'enlightenment'

Unhappy Work Atmosphere?

eliyingling

that have worked with me or for me. And whats funny about it is that they always seemed to work even better after I sincerely commented on them.

I believe as humans going through each tiring busy day, we tend to forget how living the simple phrase of the Golden Rule can better our work atmospheres, each communication made, and every relationship.

Why do we forget to raise ourselves up and be the better person?

A favorite phrase of mine coming from Doctor Phil is, &q [...]

Building Successful Relationships

DrErica

all need to be needed, by someone. Husbands and wives often complain about the drudgery of caring for their "needy" spouses, but are then devastated if that "needy" person dies or leaves them. Added to the mix of this relationship confusion, is the disjointed and mixed messages we have received from our caretakers and others in our developing years.

Self-reflection and self-understanding is essential toward creating successful relationships in an [...]

Communicating with Ease

DrErica

bsp; have a knee-jerk defensiveness, either automatically assuming the other person is out to get them or they are personally defective? Do they usually smile and appear to cooperate but secretly gossip, complain or sabotoge? Are they genuinely able to hear what you have to say and able to interpret the meaning pretty much the way you meant it? Are they thick skinned, so that you can freely say what you think without worrying about offending them or are they super-sensitive, re [...]

All I Know About Leadership, I Learned in a Kindergarten Class! 10 Principles of Great Leadership

coachlaurie

be "on" and be the expert. If we constantly come from the place of the "expert mind" we shut down our learning or beginner's mind which can be a big turn-off to others. If we wear this expert's mind 24/7, others are not willing to learn from us, instead they shut us out. Doesn't really make for good leading then, eh?

2. E-Enthusiasm. What I saw from the teacher's aid for eight full hours was nothing but enthusiasm for his work. He never waivered! And, th [...]

"Excuse Me, I'm Confused"

synergy123

This blog is to help share the latest tools in improving communication skills, eliminating confusion in business and personal relationships and empowering people to live their dream with passion

Manners Matter...Even at the SuperStore!

SpeakerAB

from behind a car and literally accosted me. She screamed at me, full of rage for "trying to run her down." I certainly understood her point of view. Using my "difficult people communication" skills, I patiently waited for her to vent and then tried to apologize. She was not in the mood for an apology, unfortunately and continued to stand and scream at me in the middle of the superstore parking lot.

Being an effective communicator means kn [...]

Purposeful Meditation

nfulbright

on is meant to empty your head of any thought. The purpose of meditation is to center oneself or to achieve balance. It is to redefine your life's focus. It is to become in harmony with your purpose. The act of meditation needs energy in the form of activity in order to be realized. It is a practice meaning that you have to do something.

Activity is crucial to reaping the benefits of meditation. The type of activity you choose to perform is based upo [...]