Which Hero? If you were to be a superhero, who would you be? Everybody has their own person to look up to or a "hero' they wish they were or could be. But how does this relate to loving the skin you are in, or affect one's reality really? What does it take to be a true hero in today's world? Here's a great article from The Daily Aztec which I found very interesting. The Great That Is You I hear Tony Stark is great at parties. He has it all: money, girls and of course, a superhero identity complete with a flying power suit. I’m sure many fanboys would give just about anything to be him. Luckily for them, a recent study by the University at Buffalo concluded that simply looking … [Read more...]
September 26, 2012 By
Lady Gaga Tells The Truth About Self Confidence
We often look at those people in the media and think their life is grand - they have everything they could ever want. A well known celebrity, Lady Gaga has often had to fight with her own demons regarding self-esteem, self confidence and ultimately, self-acceptance. So yes, issues with loving the skin you are in can happen to any of us. The following article is posted on AOL Music Blog Lady Gaga has always been vocal about her longtime struggles with self-esteem when it comes to her weight. From sparking outrage whilst declaring "pop stars don't eat," to confessing her past struggles with bulimia and writing about her "massive" body image issues, Mother Monster has not always lived … [Read more...]
September 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Self-Esteem Starts At An Early Age
Self-esteem and Loving Yourself Self-esteem is loving yourself enough to believe that you can attain a goal. Self-esteem is what's being taught to young girls in a running program, not necessarily for running. "Girls On The Run" is the name of the organization, but this organization aims to build little girls self confidence, to ready themselves in going through adolescence to overcome society's negative image about females. A Curriculum That Instills Self-confidence “You don’t have to be a runner,” said Victoria Wieben, a mother from Marion and a member of Girls On the Run of Eastern Iowa’s Board of Directors. “I think that’s difficult; you get a lot of people who say, ‘Oh, I don’t run… … [Read more...]
September 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Your Mind Shift To Love The Skin UR In
Listen as Shelley Taylor-Smith, 7 times World Marathon Swimming Champion shares how you can make a simple mind shift to love the skin you are in. [imaioVideo v=1] Take note of this simple tip for a massive mind shift, and make your day a great one as you love the skin ur in. … [Read more...]
August 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Are You Ready To Love Yourself
Do you often hear how important it is to love yourself, and that loving yourself is necessary before you can share your love with others. One thing that often stands in the way of loving yourself is when you constantly seek approval of others. You may choose to follow a certain career path, choose a special someone to be your partner in life, choose to wear a certain type of clothing or drive a certain type of car. And there may be people in your life who do not approve of your choices. Yet, when you continuously seek approval from others to validate your own self worth, you’re simply damaging your relationship with yourself. Not seeking approval of others doesn’t mean that you … [Read more...]
August 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Loving Yourself Fully – Getting Beyond Perfectionism
Getting beyond perfectionism to love yourself fully: Many of us today confuse approval and the need for perfectionism with love - and it is this confusion that gets in the way of allowing us to love ourselves fully. I'm excited to share with you a short video from Mary Manin Morrissey, where she tells a short story about approval, expectations and perfectionism. These three factors play a huge role in letting go, or getting beyond the need for approval and perfectionism to loving yourself fully. [imaioVideo v=1] Approval vs Love Has the need for approval and striving for perfectionism got in the way of you and loving yourself fully? Take note of the message in this video and … [Read more...]
August 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Self Love – How To Love Yourself More
What is Self-Love? Do you know how to love yourself more? Do you want to understand the importance of loving yourself more so you can be happy with the skin you are in? We are talking about the unconditional love you have for yourself. Christine Arylo shares how self-love is a magic pill to achieving inner happiness and the ability to love others - and it's not out there, but is inside yourself. You may think your life is going along nicely, but in fact you may be treading the hamster wheel. Christine made two vows: I will fall in love with myself I will never settle for anything less than my heart and soul desires. This is not to say you will need to undergo therapy … [Read more...]
August 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Discover Your Own Greatness
Many people think that greatness is only for a select few, and is not something that each and every one of us has the right to. During the Olympics 2012, Nike released a video that has inspired so many as it has gone viral around the globe to discover your own greatness. This advertisement does not feature a great athlete, someone famous, or a person we all look up to. Instead, it features an overweight teenage boy who is finding his own greatness. Have a look here: The narration of this Greatness advertisement by nike - Greatness It’s just something we made up Somehow we’ve come to believe that greatness is a gift reserved for a chosen few For prodigies….for superstars And … [Read more...]
February 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Mindset Tools To Create Change
Powerful mindset tools are powerful strategies to create change. Developing a positive mindset is one of the most powerful life goals there is. Using powerful positive thinking techniques, visualizations and positive affirmations, it is possible to achieve whatever you want in life - whether on a business or personal level. Professionals and business people use these techniques to develop personal power or gain a competitive edge over others. At a personal level it will transform your life, your health and renew the joy and passion for life. Imagine waking up each morning, bursting with excitement, energy and joy for the new day! Your positive mindset is really that powerful... The … [Read more...]
