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Seven New Ways to Be Smart

Seven New Ways to Be Smart by: Royane Real Imagine for a moment that you lived in a world where only people who were very skilled at musical ability were considered to be valuable. And in this world, only those people who were musically talented...

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Men In High Places

Men In High Places by: Shan Sharma Men in high-status positions are expected to execute certain tasks and behaviors in a superior manner. Just like James Bond who readily knows how to do everything and nothing, you need useful skills in order to...

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Too Stuck to Pray

Too Stuck to Pray by: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Prayer is a powerful way to open the heart when you are stuck in anger, fear, self-judgment, resistance or depression. When you can sincerely pray for spiritual help in opening your heart and taking res...

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A Balanced Life

A Balanced Life by: Dr. Dorene Lehavi Today, people as busy and stressed as professionals often do not take the time to check in with themselves periodically about where they are in their lives. They tend not to stop and ask what is giving meani...

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Why Do People Lie?

Why Do People Lie?  by: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Amanda and Ron had been married for six years and had two small children. I had counseled them during some difficult times in their marriage, but had not heard from them for a while. Then Amanda sched...

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“Reboundability”: An Essential Skill for a Successful Life!

“Reboundability”: An Essential Skill for a Successful Life! by: Dr. Shawn Byler Do you have difficulty recovering from mistakes, failure and disappointment? Do you find yourself reliving these setbacks over and over? Do certain life situatio...

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African Americans: Decide Your Destiny, Master Your Mind, Part 3

African Americans: Decide Your Destiny, Master Your Mind, Part 3 by: Bret Searles “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1 Gain Ultimate Leverage-Know Your Values and Beliefs: Simply stated...

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It’s the Most Wonderful Gift of the Year

It’s the Most Wonderful Gift of the Year by: Joy Fisher-Sykes It’s the most wonderful time of the year. As we deck the halls and fill the malls, we’re filled with anticipation, joy, and excitement. The holiday season is upon us, and it’s...

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What Is A Boundary?

What Is A Boundary? by: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. My clients often explain to me how they set a boundary. They tell me something like, “I set a boundary. I told him he has to stop putting me down in public,” or “I set a boundary. I told her she...

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Why Do You Want a Degree?

Why Do You Want a Degree? by: Ryan Mckenzie There are many reasons people seek degrees in today’s day and age. As a grown adult, it may seem like an unrealistic goal, but it is achievable. You may be sick of your job, you may want more money, ...

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