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Six empowering personal development self beliefs that have the power to change your life
“Create the highest, grandest vision possible for your life, because you become what you believe” – Oprah Winfrey
Whether we’re aware of it or not – beliefs are our moral compass in life. Our beliefs determine how we go about our life, how we treat other people but most importantly how we treat ourselves.
The thing about beliefs though is they require some digging. It’s hard to sit there and figure out why you do something. I found a question in Tony Robbins Time of Your Life: 3 Ways to Take Control of Your Life
His question was “what would I have to belief to feel this way”.
It stops and makes us think about what beliefs we would have. When someone does or says something that upsets you, it’s worth taking the time out to ask yourself this. Is it what the person said or is it because you have a belief that validates it?
Our beliefs come from everything – our family, our friends, society, things we see, things we don’t see.
Delving into beliefs can take time. But it’s replacing the beliefs that can be hard too.
Which is why I’m writing this today. I found these beliefs in Jim Rohn’s program The Day That Turned Your Life Around (yes I have a slight obsession with self development programs!) to help you replace your beliefs.
I have to admit – I’ve been lazy. I’ve heard of the name Jim Rohn (I’m sure you’ve heard of him). Finally, after hearing about him many times in Todd Hermans 90 Day Year program (his course is a productive game changer by the way) I decided it was time to start listening.
If you don’t know who Todd Herman is – in short, he’s a personal development guru. Put it this way – Tony Robbins went to his seminars.
I got on to his audio program (it’s free on Amazons Audible Membership
His self beliefs are infectious. His speaking is engaging and he’s honest. It’s stuff that can be applied easily and makes sense.
I think my favourite part is he doesn’t try to pump you up. He talks to your normally but leaves a profound impact.
If you’re having trouble replacing our negative beliefs and self talk, these are awesome self beliefs & affirmations from his personal development program. They’re great to read and are life changing once you’ve heard them.
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“Profits are better than wages” 1
Jim talks about this one heaps! He speaks about how he began a part time job on the side to focus on his “profits” while his daily job was about his “wages”. And slowly he built his part time job into a full time job.\
Basically it’s the 80’s & 90’s version of a “side hustle”.
He encourages people to focus on profits and not wages.
“Wages make you a living which is fine. Profits make you a fortune which is super fine”
With all the opportunity we have, he encourages us to find something on side that generates money, until it can replace our wage.
Claps to this guy for talking about this, 30 years before the term side hustle was even muttered.
It’s a handy belief that changed his life and is a great belief to hold on to, to remind of us how we can live our financial lives
“For things to change, you have to change” 2
A lot of business content focuses on productivity and how to make profit etc. I once heard a speaker say that if you focused on yourself and on how you can change for the better – the profits would come. Jim said the exact same thing!
And since I’ve stuck to that philosophy since and seen a huge change.
We spend a lot of time focused on making money and seeing growth financially. But we don’t give enough credit to what focusing on personal development can do. This is all in Jims speech below.
Which leads to his next few beliefs…
“Don’t wish it was easier, wish you were better” 3
Jim talks about how we all wish things were different – things were cheaper, taxes were lower, the Government was different. But he stresses that instead of putting energy into wishing thing were different, we should focus on how we can be better.
It ties in with his “profit are better than wages” belief. If we focused instead on bettering ourselves – creating better habits, mastering our self talk and focusing on how we can change ourselves rather than our situation, then we’d be a lot better off.
This is the kind of slap-in-your-face belief we all need to have. It’s good for when we feel like playing the victim – when things aren’t going our way. How can we adjust and better ourselves to better the situation?
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“Don’t wish for less problems, wish for more skills” 4
Ouch. And yes. all at the same time.
Problems are everywhere. When I’m having a shit day and wonder why “these things are always happening to me” I have to remind myself they’re not. Life without problems isn’t life. It’s unrealistic. Non existent.
Instead of focusing on the problems (which will always be there), Jim focuses on building his skills.
Skills equips us to deal and at the same time become more valuable.
This is an exceptional belief for the bad, I’m-the-vicitim days. What problems are we having? And what skills can we build to grow out of them? Or how would our problems be different if we focused instead on gaining skills?
“Don’t wish for less challenge, wish for more wisdom” 5
Again back to the same theme – don’t focus on the problem focus on how you can fix it. No need to explain it here. I think we get his point!
“You can do the most remarkable things, no matter what happens, humans can do the most remarkable things no matter what happens” 6
Jim rounds of Tape 7 (Day 2) with this. Reading it doesn’t have the same effect as listening to him say it. But it’s a reminder and (Jim does through his whole tap) of what we are capable of.
Sometimes we need to hear this. The chances of us being here are slim (another point mentioned by Jim). Jim focuses on this a lot in The Day that Turned Your Life Around
What beliefs do you have that you have found empowering and life changing? Or do you have a great personal development program you swear by? I’d love to know ?
(Family Features) While diabetes gets a lot of attention, people with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) are frequently overlooked when drug companies develop new medications.
“People with T1D and chronic kidney disease, or CKD, face significantly higher risks of morbidity and mortality if they are unable to control their blood sugar levels,” said Steve Edelman, MD, an endocrinologist and the founder and director of Taking Control Of Your Diabetes, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating and motivating people living with diabetes. “They are challenged to do this relying solely on insulin, which is extremely difficult and is the principal therapy for people with T1D.”
An estimated 1.7 million adult Americans have T1D, with approximately 21%, or 360,000, also affected by CKD, according to the CDC National Diabetes Statistics Report 2024. Without effective glycemic control (managing blood sugar) and other important preventative measures, patients with T1D are at a 10 times higher risk of cardiovascular disease, a six-fold greater risk of progression to end-stage kidney disease, a four times greater risk of heart failure and a 2-5 times greater risk of all-cause mortality.
Consider this information to better understand the challenges and risks of complications these patients face.
Challenges with Current Treatments Impact Patients’ Ability to Reach Glycemic Goals
Diabetes management aims to reduce the risks of cardiovascular disease, kidney failure, retinopathy, neuropathy and other complications, in part by improving glycemic control while minimizing the risk of hypoglycemia.
Currently, Americans with T1D have limited therapeutic options, relying almost exclusively on insulin. There are no oral agents to improve glycemia in adults with T1D. Despite advances in insulin therapy and glucose monitoring, most people with T1D do not meet glycemic control target levels with insulin alone. One measure of glycemic control is a number known as A1C, which is a measure of glucose control over the past 2-3 months.
The goal is to help patients achieve the guideline-recommended target of an A1C below 7% and improve their time-in-range, which represents an established metric that translates into clinically meaningful benefits for patients.
Reaching Glycemic Goals Are Key to Reducing Risk of Further Complications
By achieving glycemic control, kidney function can be stabilized, long-term disease progression mitigated and the morbidity and mortality that the cardiorenal burden puts on patients with T1D and CKD reduced.
Today, it is estimated only 23% of people with T1D achieve an A1C of less than 7%, according to research from the American Diabetes Association, and about 50% have an A1C greater than 8%. Patients who do not achieve A1C targets remain at significantly greater risk of complications associated with their condition.
“Relying solely on insulin can negatively affect a patient’s glucose control and quality of life,” said Dr. Edelman. “Doctors and patients need an oral agent to improve glycemic control in people with T1D and CKD. Therefore, we need therapeutic options that improve glycemic control and reduce their risk of kidney disease progression and cardiovascular comorbidities.”
Visit TCOYD.org to learn more about living with T1D and advocating for additional therapeutic options.
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(Family Features) Gift-giving during the holiday season shouldn’t be stressful. In fact, finding gifts for your loved ones should be as much fun as giving (and receiving) them.
No matter if you’re shopping for the fashionista, the foodie, the workout warrior, the tech expert, the beauty-focused or nearly anyone else on your list, this helpful guide of gift ideas to match a variety of personalities and interests can make the holiday season extra special for both the giver and recipient.
Find more holiday gift-giving inspiration at eLivingtoday.com.
Give the Gift of Skin Nourishment
This holiday season, give your loved ones the gift of brighter, healthier-looking skin. Clinically formulated by experts and health care professionals for every skin care need, Medline Remedy products combine advanced skin care science with gentle, therapeutic ingredients. The proprietary Remedy Nutrient Complex nourishes, soothes and supports moisture balance while caring for even the most sensitive skin. Find the full product line from the No. 1 skin care brand in health care (according to Clarivate health care market data through December 2023) at Amazon.com and Walmart.com.
Power Productivity and Connection
Perfect for that special someone who’s always connected, fuel his or her productivity with Galaxy AI on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 powered globally by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Enjoy multitasking on up to three windows using multi-active Window, speak with someone in another language with live translations you both can see and experience desktop-level gaming with ray tracing. Plus, your loved one can enjoy ultra-fast connectivity for all that chatting, social networking, gaming and more with Qualcomm FastConnect 7800. Find more information at Bestbuy.com.
Share Memories with Loved Ones
With sleek designs to fit nearly any decor, a digital picture frame is a thoughtful way to share and display a continuous slideshow of photos on a mantel, bookshelf or desk. Simply upload pictures via USB, SD card, Wi-Fi or a frame-specific app, and your loved one can relive special moments every day. Some models also offer video playback, calendar implementation and automatic cropping, brightness and power-saving functions, making them a multifunctional addition to any home or office space.
Provide Relief and Relaxation
Ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts or anyone with a physically demanding lifestyle, a handheld massage gun can help alleviate muscle tension, improve circulation and speed up recovery after workouts, making one an optimal gift for anyone on your list who could use a well-being boost. Easy to use, these compact devices use percussive therapy to target sore muscles and provide deep tissue massage by using various attachments and adjustable speed settings to target different muscle groups and customize the massage experience.
Take Tunes Anywhere You Go
Whether your loved ones enjoy outdoor adventures or relaxing at home, Bluetooth speakers are a perfect gift idea to enhance the listening experience no matter where they are. With a variety of sizes and styles available, you can find something that fits every music lover’s taste, from compact and portable options to larger, high-fidelity models for home use. Many speakers also include additional features like waterproofing, floatability, long battery life, power banks for external device charging and voice assistant integration.
Upgrade Beauty Essentials
Whether you’re shopping for a beauty novice or a seasoned pro, makeup can make for a quick and easy stocking stuffer. Consider a curated set that includes items like mascara, lipstick, brushes, eyeshadow palettes and other tools to complete their beauty routine. Opting for a limited-edition holiday collection can add a festive touch to your gift. For a more personalized approach, create a custom kit tailored to the recipient’s preferences to provide joy and confidence well beyond the holiday season.
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(Family Features) Making money from everyday items in your home may be easier than you think. With a growing number of companies simplifying the process, turning unused items into cash has never been simpler.
These companies are part of the circular economy, where you get to make money from your items and feel good about it at the same time. By reselling items you don’t use, you can give these items a second home or repurpose them into something that has practical applications.
For example, unused gold and precious metal jewelry can be given a second home to or repurposed for vital technology sectors like health care. This reduces the need for environmentally taxing mining operations and gives these valuable resources a second purpose.
Whether it’s clothing, jewelry or tech, consider these simple ways to make extra cash by selling items online.
Sell Used Clothing
Some newer platforms offer a less hands-on approach to selling used clothing online. Unlike popular online platforms that require you to take pictures or create listings for your items, look for outlets that allow you to simply package your items and send them out with an insured label. This makes selling clothing online a breeze and reduces the potential headaches of dealing with buyers directly and managing listings.
Sell Unworn Jewelry
For precious metals like gold jewelry or silver jewelry, selling directly to a trusted buyer can provide a fast, secure way to unlock their value. Consider AlloyMarket.com, a company featured in trusted outlets like Forbes, NBC and US News & World Report that offers a streamlined process with free, insured shipping and no hidden fees or commissions. Unlike platforms that require complex listings or charge extra fees, you keep 100% of the quoted price. On average, customers earn $1,700 or more for gold jewelry and other precious metal items, offering a straightforward, easy and rewarding way to sell unused valuables.
Sell Designer Bags
If you have any designer bags at home, look for platforms that let you sell handbags directly to them and provide upfront estimates before you ship your items. Some platforms provide free insured shipping and marketplaces where you can buy designer handbags at discounted prices.
Sell Books You’ve Already Read
While this likely won’t make you a fortune, selling used books is a simple way to make some extra cash and help preserve the environment. College students in particular can benefit from upfront estimates and free shipping or the ability to trade in used books for ones they’ll need next semester. Plus, some platforms also offer books for purchase at heavily discounted prices.
Sell Tech After Upgrading
If you upgraded phones recently or have a used phone just collecting dust, get an upfront estimate for your phone from a trusted site. Some buyers provide free shipping and, with upfront estimates, you know exactly what you will get for your used phone before sending it in.
Sell Old Furniture
Turn your unused furniture into cash by listing items like sofas, tables or chairs on local marketplaces or apps. Clear photos and detailed descriptions can help attract buyers nearby, saving you the hassle of shipping. Selling old furniture not only earns extra money but also helps reduce waste by giving items a second life.
To learn more about how you can get a free, no-obligation estimate for gold jewelry or other precious metal items, visit AlloyMarket.com.
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