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Identifying Victim Mentality: Why Some People Choose to Be Victims

September 19, 2011

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By Angela Atkinson “This above all, to refuse to be a victim.” ~Margaret Atwood Everyone knows someone who lives with the “victim mentality.” They’re the people who are always complaining that “bad things are happening in their lives.” Rather than take responsibility for their circumstances, they’re always looking for someone or something to blame for [...]

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Refocusing with Walking Meditation

September 12, 2011

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By Sasha K Walking meditation is something that’s quite new to me. I’ve tried to meditate many times, but my mind always wanders or I fall asleep. I didn’t realize meditating was possible while walking until now.

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9 Ways High Achievers Can Realize Optimum Life Balance

September 1, 2011

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By Sheri Riley Life’s true tragedy is that, when someone dies, the misfortune is not only the death itself but also the untapped potential and unrealized dreams that die with them. This “compounded loss” happens more often than not.  Far too many of us spend 100% of our time on only 10% of who we [...]

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Zig Ziglar on Attitude

August 22, 2011

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“If you don’t see yourself as a winner, then you cannot perform as a winner.” ~Zig Ziglar  

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Ask Angela: Is self-confidence the same as arrogance?

August 1, 2011

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By Angela Atkinson “Calm self-confidence is as far from conceit as the desire to earn a decent living is remote from greed.” ~Channing Pollock I received an email from a reader the other day that echoed concerns I’ve heard from a number of people over the years. How is a high level of self-esteem or [...]

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A Little Help From My Friends: Good Vibes, Good Life

July 29, 2011

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By Angela Atkinson “The greatest gift you can give yourself is joy, not only because of the feeling that goes with it at the moment, but because of the magnificent experience it will draw to you. It will produce wonders in your life.” ~Jack Boland Have you ever fallen ill during or shortly after a [...]

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