Stop Punishing Yourself

Some people are really hard on themselves.  This is fine so long as the outcome is productive. In most cases, however, the effect of being tough on oneself is rather more negative, in that it may lower ones confidence and de-motivate at the same time.  A select few respond well to unduly tough self examination, and find that it motivates them to greater levels of creativity and productivity, but this will be because their tough approach taps into something more positive.

I think the simplest way in which to explain why this negative spiral is the norm is to examine the effect of one's thoughts.  If you think of negative thoughts as transmitting a negative energy then you will appreciate that this energy is one which restricts and pulls one backwards; positive thoughts, in contrast, transmit a positive energy which is expansive and propels one forwards.

Being tough on yourself will generally transmit negative energy which is thus more likely to pull you to the ground than it is to create empowering "wind beneath your wings".  On an odd occasion a really tough blast of negative energy will aggravate and frustrate you enough to motivate you to rise to the occasion, but this will tend to be the exception as opposed to the rule.

I find that it helps to think of these energies in a more visual manner.  I definitely feel negative energy as a thick, black, fog-like cloud which all but has chains which it can whip around your ankles and thereby sweep your feet from beneath you.  Negative energy has the ability to derail you. 

Positive energy, by contrast, is light and sparkling; it twinkles and shines like a full moon which lights up the landscape, or a beautiful star which you can use to not only see where you are but also to plot your course safely into the future. Positive and negative are, to me, light versus dark, empowering versus restricting, good versus bad, rich versus poor and love versus hate.

What is absolutely wonderful is that every human being has the power to choose their own thoughts.  We don't have to think negative, restrictive, poor or hateful thoughts.  No matter what is happening in the world around us we can think about anything we wish to in exactly the manner that we may wish.

Sometimes, though, we may find it challenging to respond to events in a positive, light and sparkling manner. When this happens we may need to dig deep within our minds to find a hook to which we can cast a rope and haul ourselves back upwards.  Hypnosis is one such hook, and probably the strongest hook of all.

Hypnosis allows access to your subconscious mind which is the part of your mind which acts automatically and spontaneously.  If you find that your natural instinct is to be tough on yourself, then hypnosis will allow you to access the part of your mind where this natural reaction is triggered.  With hypnosis you can retrain your mind to me more naturally positive and more motivating.

You can learn to stop punishing yourself and be more positive simply by enlisting the help of hypnosis.

Roseanna Leaton, specialist in hypnotherapy mp3s for happiness and well-being.

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How Can a Motivational Speaker Help?

There are numerous ways in which the people in your office or home can be motivated. A motivational speaker is like a stimulus that provides the inherent optimism and energy in man to perform better. But it is difficult to make the right choice when it comes to motivational speakers.

Many people make dubious claims of being the best but they prove to be otherwise. It is no easy job to motivate others. If you need to address a business audience you need to choose accordingly so that your audience extracts the most from the interaction.

There are various categories of motivational speakers and so you should choose the one suitable to your needs. You need to make sure that you have sat through his session couple of times before you invite him to your event.

Some people tend to brag about themselves and that is not healthy to the group of employees sitting through the session. You need to look for a speaker who is passionate about his audience, who considers the audience as the integral part of the session.

You should always go through the certificates and citations of the prospective speaker before you choose him for your cause. He should be able to substantiate his clams by giving requisite records and documents.

Do not fall for some highly confused yet glossy claims that are existent only on paper. Check all the things so that you choose the best man possible.

Avoid speakers who tend to use catchy phrases and slogans that they might have picked up from infomercials. They tend to bank on pomp and show rather than substance. It is important to know that some are glib talkers but they may not necessarily motivate your audience.

There will be many positive changes in your employees once they sit through a session of motivational talk. The right motivational guru will help them realize their potential and exude positive energy. They will help you inculcate your intellectual faculty to the fullest and egg you on to perform better.

Boosting the sagging morale of corporate employees is often the reason to hire a motivational speaker. It will work wonders for your team. You will emerge as a stronger leader and your team will be up and about the place.

A speaker should be inclined to your specific needs and tailor his talk accordingly. If he is not helpful then you should hire someone from the corporate world. They often are better motivators as they are grilled in the corporate rat race for many years. A good speaker will have such force and vitality in his speech that your team will seep in his positive energy. He should be able to make things work for your company.

You should start searching online for the right man to motivate your team. Often professional motivational speakers have their own websites and you can have a hang of the speaker even before meeting him.

You should be able to find enough credentials of the speaker so that you understand whether working with him will be beneficial in the long run. Ask other business leaders and the like if you want to be sure.

In that way you will leave no stone unturned for finding the right man. It might be a tiring search but it is worth the effort. You will see the fire in your employees once again. That will bring a smile to your face.