'First we make our habits. Then our habits make us.' This quote from Charles Noble pretty much summarizes what will happen the rest of the year—and our lives. We all have New Year's resolutions: quit smoking, start a business, make more friends. But willpower just gets you started. The real hero (or villain) is habit. Good habits keep you going when enthusiasm has waned. … [Read more...] about Break the habits that hold you back!
Tips on making a Decision Tree
A decision tree is a very useful tool that can be applied in many different kinds of environments – from business to personal affairs. A decision tree is a kind of device that is used as an aid when making decisions. The decision tree will help assess the impact of a decision. Businessmen use decision trees in many different business applications. Schools also use them in … [Read more...] about Tips on making a Decision Tree
How to Teach Kids to Be Grateful
One of our tasks, as parents, is to teach our kids to be grateful. It's an attitude that will serve them well for the rest of their life. They'll be able to find blessings in every circumstance, achieve unshakeable contentment and peace, and be filled with positive energy. Plus, they don't whine at the dinner table (which is good enough for us!). Here are some parenting tips … [Read more...] about How to Teach Kids to Be Grateful
7 Values that Kids Learn from Pets
Kids love animals. Even very young babies will smile and kick when they see a puppy, and one visit to the zoo will prompt toddlers to ask many excited questions: 'Why does the giraffe have such a long neck? What does the baby kangaroo do inside the pouch—does it have a TV?' But animals don't just entertain kids. They can also teach kids important skills and values. Look at … [Read more...] about 7 Values that Kids Learn from Pets
How do you learn to forgive?
Forgiveness is an abstract concept for some people, but the essence of forgiveness lies in letting go of your angry feelings towards another person for the wrong they have done you. Forgiveness is necessary in healing – more for you, than the person who has wronged you. Forgiveness is actually a decision – something that you decide to do even if your emotions are still … [Read more...] about How do you learn to forgive?