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Most people are so busy reacting to the needs of daily life that they're happy just to be getting through the day. It's hard to live on purpose when life revolves around daily crises and you're always feeling overwhelmed. By taking the time to define your Purpose, you'll open up more time and space, have more energy, and be more focused. Your Purpose is not a big, burdensome, heavy weight that Read more...

See also: dreams, life purpose, passion

Barack Obama isn't the only baby boomer in the midst of a transition. Whether it's dealing with an empty nest, the end--or beginning--of a marriage; the loss of a parent or the birth of a grandchild, for most of us, mid-life is a time of transition. For some it's marked by a career shift, others it's a time to downsize or make a move toward retirement. Then there are the physical realities Read more...

Like many people, I am finding myself at point in life where I just don’t have the same willpower I once did. I tell myself to do things like eat healthier or get more exercise, but I’m just not motivated the way I used to be. When giving up is not an option, but motivation isn’t working, where else can you turn? Consider faith. Getting in touch with what you believe or hold to be true Read more...

When I recently spoke at a PTA meeting, a father was there with his young daughter while mom was working late at the office. After my speech, he turned to her and said, "Tell me one of your dreams." With a big smile she said, "Daddy, my dream is to be a teacher." I waited because the logical response I typically hear to this dream is "Teachers don't make enough money so Read more...

What's stopping you from achieving your dreams? Is there some habit or behavior that you keep repeating and all the while continually complaining about it? There is strength in recognizing our weaknesses and power in changing them. If you want to make a serious change in your life for the better, identify your so-called "bad habits." For some, when the pain gets too intense, the Read more...

See also: finding success, getting more done, improving your productivity, overcoming procrastination

There are the dreams you have for your life and then there are the dreams that life has for you. At times, we may wonder what's going on or feel lost, but life has its plan which may include your dreams ... or something completely different. We're all part of the fiber that makes life whole, and to that end, we have our place here. For such a time as this, you were created to do some Read more...

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Here are five key values practiced by big dreamers to add to your business or life. 1. Intention: It is the setting of an intention that will call in wonderful resources, opportunities and people. What do you intend to do, create or accomplish? You could set an intention every day, even every moment of each day. Do you intend to live on purpose? Do you intend to learn and grow? Do you Read more...

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By Marcia WiederAmerica's Dream Coach Bessie had been an amateur photographer for 25 years. Now at 70, she had a very clear dream. "I want to be a world famous, professional photographer," she confessed. She then emphasized, "The difference between an amateur and a professional is a professional gets paid." "Fabulous," I exclaimed. "Is anything stopping Read more...

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By Marcia WiederAmerica's Dream Coach Imagine how your life could improve if you could shift your state of being, attitude and mindset gracefully and easily anytime you choose. In this article I will show you how you can do this in three easy steps. I was attending a convention recently that I have gone to for the last five years that has typically been excellent for my business. But this year, Read more...

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By Marcia Wieder America's Dream Coach What does it mean to you to have more? Exactly what do you want more of? Do you even know? This question requires you to schedule a short date with yourself, for the purpose of exploring what really matters to you and what you are willing to do about it. The Irish political activist Bernadette Davis reminds us, "To gain that which is worth Read more...

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Marcia Wieder America's Dream Coach A cast of characters lives inside of you, and at different times may present conflicting or contradictory messages. Certain parts may encourage you: "Go for your dreams!" Simultaneously, other parts may threaten: "Don't you dare!" However, if you want to be happy, successful and fulfilled, you need to put your "Dreamer" Read more...

See also: career, finance, realist, retirement, visionary

By Marcia Wieder America's Dream Coach Nothing happens unless first a dream. --Carl Sandburg Most people think of dreams as either some kind of unattainable fantasy, or as something they do in their sleep. Neither of these definitions are what I mean when speaking of dreams. I define dreams as the aspirations, desires, goals and hopes that you most want for yourself. Moreover, these Read more...

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By Lynn A. RobinsonI've had many conversations with clients lately who describe themselves as "stuck." "Nothing is happening" and "I don't know what I want" are frequent complaints. It's been my observation that quite often, the words and phrases above really translate to, "I'm scared. I'm afraid I'll make a mistake and things will be worse than they are now. I'll just decide to stay where I am Read more...

Posit Science Chances are that when you think of new technology products, your first thoughts aren't of the 65+ crowd. But that may change. More breakthrough products are appealing to -- and even specifically targeting -- older adults. These new products are designed for people with a range of needs and interests. They fall into two broad categories. The first includes products Read more...

Marcia Wieder America's Dream Coach Jumpstart your dream right now! Click the link below to gain immediate FREE access to a powerful audio coaching session and an e-excerpt from Marcia’s breathtaking book "Finding Your Dream" or visit her website at Dreamcoach.com. As you get closer to fulfilling your dreams, don't be surprised if doubt and fear surface. The No. 1 way in Read more...

See also: doubt, dreams, fear, indecision, insights, vision