Dealing with the Power Crazy people in the organisation The workplace is where you spend most of your waking hours and as such the time spent should not only be productive but enjoyable.  There are persons however who dread going to work not because of the high stress nature of the job but because they have to interact with individuals at the workplace whose agenda it is to make your life a living hell.

The Other Woman – Who Is She? She has been vilified as the vixen, home wrecker, hussy and a whore. She has been told that she has no shame, no class, unhappy little tramp, seducer of the poor family man and other degrading names too numerous to mention. Who is she?

Relationship not going anywhere except in circles Hold up your hand if any of the following scenarios best describes your situation. Scenario 1 - You have been with man for ten years (or more) and you have a child or children with him but he has never indicated to you that he intends to marry you and when you bring up the topic he gets upset and is quite abusive. Scenario 2 - You are in a relationship but you and your partner have very little in common and you both engage in more verbal exchanges rather than loving discourse. Scenario 3 - The relationship you are in involves sex, sex and nothing but sex.

How to be Vulnerable Fear of the unknown creates a rigid, tight-fisted hold on our lives.   Not knowing what may be on the other side of the wall is very unnerving. It is easier to be content and comfortable with the known than to put ourselves at risk of feeling discomfort with the unknown.   There are several possibilities that cause us as individuals to fear vulnerability.

Where have all the fathers gone? On Sunday June 15, 2008 many deserving dads were showered with praises and good wishes as they were recognized for their commitment to fatherhood. Others however held their heads down in shame as they have not been living up to their responsibilities as fathers. The truth is many mothers stepped forward and took a bow on Father’s Day for they have been the sole support for their children. They would tell you that they have to play the role of mother and father to their child (ren).

Finding Your Passion Outside the Bedroom Taking risks is never easy to do.  There are so many pros and cons involved that sometimes we quit before we have even gotten started.  That job is making you miserable and you want to quit, but you are afraid to lose the security of health benefits and the transit checks.

Acres of Diamonds When you see yourself more clearly, you see yourself as someone who is valuable and has limitless potential. This leads to high self esteem and high expectations which are the cornerstones for high achievement. This perspective also motivates you and compels you to act with a clearly defined purpose.

Know When To Tek Weh Yuh Self Gentlemen let’s reason for a while and ladies pass this article on to your brother, son, cousin and yes, your man. If you are a married/attached man who is in a extramarital affair and you desire to get out but you can’t seem to get out, it is as if you are trapped, then chances are you have fallen victim to the wiles of the other woman.

Ch-ch-ch-ch-ch-ch Changes In this season of Obama-Clinton-McCain presidential hopefulness, the theme of Change is in the air. Everywhere. Whether it be political Change, or climate Change, or some other variety of Change, we have become insistent that whatever it is, it better be changing.

How Do I Rebound From A Failed Relationship? “I feel quite hurt as I don’t deserve to be treated like this?” “I will show him that tree nuh grow inna mi face” These statements maybe the expressions of a young lady who was “dumped” by her spouse. In her bid to get back at him she rushes out and initiate a relationship with the guy next door or the co- worker who has always expressed interest in her.

Making Money In The Forex Market “Many of my friends are talking about making lots of money in currency trading. However, I feel a little nervous about it, because I have seen all the advertisements telling us to be careful how we invest our money. Is investing in foreign exchange trading really legal, and why has it become so popular recently?”

Working on yourself Studies have shown that people spend more money on toiletries than they do on self-improvement. Your efforts in self-improvement and personal growth are necessary investments to develop your potential for greatness. Remember, Olympic athletes are not born; they are made-they spend an inordinate amount of time practicing and preparing.

Motivation: The Fires Burning Within Even with close-up shots, it is impossible to see the boiling cauldron of intensity that exists at the bobsled start. The steely resolve etched on the athletes’ faces and hidden behind their helmets foretells the tremendous power that only becomes apparent when they push the 650 pound sled with a little help from gravity and without the use of any mechanical motor, accelerating from zero to speeds in excess of 80 mph in less than 15 seconds. Only by using this smoldering fire of emotion welled up inside can they accomplish such a feat.

What is our purpose? I have been guilty many times struggling with thoughts of the real reason of my presence here on earth. Lately, I have been going through some self-analysis, rude-awakening of my purpose facing head-on the mountains that appears difficult to overcome. I am sure everyone questions the self, ‘why are we here on earth?

Where do we find wealth? Conventional wisdom purports that wealth is found in a luxurious home, fancy cars and exotic vacations and the like. However, these material possessions are not wealth but merely examples of some of the things wealth affords us to enjoy.

What is holding you back? If you have ever been to a circus you may have noticed that the elephants are held in check by a chain attached to a small wooden stake driven into the ground. At any time he chooses, this huge powerful beast could effortlessly pull the stake from the ground and be on his merry way. Why doesn’t he? What is holding him back?

Educating Begins At Home Parents and Guardians, another school term has begun, in fact, one month is already completed* can you believe that?* and so for many children they have already taken their first step on the educational pathway. It is now the parents/guardians duty to help chart the children’s progress, to participate whole-heartedly in their development and to attend PTA meetings and other social activities put on by the school.

Against All Odds The paths to our goals and dreams are inevitably filled with challenges and obstacles which at times seem overwhelming, even insurmountable. It is important to always remember that success is ultimately achievable despite the odds.

What Do You Say When You Talk To Yourself? Contrary to popular belief, there is nothing wrong in talking out loud to yourself; even in public. It’s when you begin to respond that you should have cause for concern. In fact, every minute of the day we engage in a continuous internal conversation or “self talk,” which is ultimately reflected in our moods, attitudes, actions and habits.

Do You Have What It Takes To Lead? I read an article recently in one of Florida’s main business magazines about a very large company that went through a multimillion dollar embezzlement scheme by a couple of mid-managers and a senior-level manager. The embezzlement scheme would have worked had it not been for the company voluntarily complying with the 2002 Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which the federal government passed in response to some high profile corporate accounting scandals, such as Enron, Tyco and WorldCom.

Spring Into Action The cold turbulent winds of winter have ceased. For months it settled on the earth, the greenness of life faded, trees in full bloom now barren; and we lock ourselves indoors or in heavy coats craving protection from the elements. Of such too is the winter of life - cold, lonesome, desperate, tragic. A time of shaken confidence, unanswered prayers and blurred vision. Spring is now here.

Be All You Can Be It is generally believed that the average person uses only about 10% of their potential. This means that the average person could be ten times more productive and successful than they currently are. Studies done at Stanford University Brain Institute are even less flattering. They claim that the average person only uses about 2% of their full potential. No matter which figure you agree with, it is clear that we perform far below what we are capable of.

Stop Making Resolutions, Start Setting Goals Did you make a New Years resolution last month? This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker discusses why we should "Stop Making Resolutions and Start Setting Goals"

Finding Your Noble Purpose This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker discusses finding your noble purpose in life.

Gratitude This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker discusses expressing gratitude for all your blessings while remaining alert for the opportunities and ideas as to how they can be improved.

Peace As the holiday season swings into full gear, I find myself pondering on Luke’s account of the first Christmas and am drawn not only to the events but also to its declarations and hope : the promise of peace on earth and good will for all people. In every strata of our society today, there is a decided lack of peace. It is evident in broken homes, tattered lives and social ills too numerous to mention. Our newspapers and airwaves are riffed with the gory details of war and turmoil.

Kicking the Habit This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker discusses kicking a habit.

Faith : The Evidence of Things Not Seen - Part 2 This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker continues to talk about "Faith " and it's importance in Self-Improvement.

Faith : The Substance of Things Hoped For - Part 1 This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker tells us why "Faith " is important in Self-Improvement.

Continuous And Never-ending Improvement This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker tells us why "Continuous And Never-ending Improvement " is very important.

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker tells us how "Teamwork Makes the Dream Work" .

The Pursuit of Excellence This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker talks about "The Pursuit of Excellence" .

Creating New Beginnings This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker talks about "Creating New Beginnings" .

Fight the Fear This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker talks about "Fighting Your Fears" .

An Attitude of Gratitude This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker talks about how "An Attitude of Gratitude" is important especially in the holiday time.

Dare To Dream Part II In "Dare To Dream Part 2" Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker talks about the steps to take towards reaching your dreams and goals.

Dare To Dream Part I In "Dare To Dream Part I" Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker talks about how a goal that may seem unrealistic can be achievable.

Discipline Part III This month Devon Harris, former member of the Jamaica Bobsled Team and motivational speaker, continues with the last segment on his series: Discipline, and how it can help you to achieve your goals in life.

Persistence This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker tells us why persistence is very important in life.

Discipline Part II This month Devon Harris former member of the Jamaica bobsled team and motivational speaker continues the series discipline and how it can help you to achieve your goals in life.