Excuses

What Excuses Might We Be Using to Keep Ourselves From Crossing Our Own Finish Lines?

Gregg McBride | Posted 05.23.2012

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Gregg McBride

Sixteen days after this year's London Marathon ended, a final entrant crossed the finish line. Claire Lomas, who is paralyzed from the chest down, finished the marathon with a little help from her "robotic" legs -- along with a very healthy dose of willpower and sheer determination.

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The 7 Best Excuses for Procrastinating

Ronald Alexander, Ph.D. | Posted 04.15.2012

Read More: Stress, Creativity, Guilt, Responsibility, Mindfulness, Life Changes, Procrastination, Meditation, Financial Crisis, Psychology, Excuses, Healthy Living News
Ronald Alexander, Ph.D.

Procrastination can result in additional stress, a sense of guilt and crisis, loss of personal productivity and social disapproval for not meeting one's responsibilities or commitments.

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What's The Worst Lie You've Told Via Text?

Jessica Pearce Rotondi | Posted 01.31.2012

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It's 10 pm. Several friends are out and waiting for you, but you're still in pajamas and can't seem to bring yourself to leave the couch. What do you ...

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The Real Reason You're Single

Marnie Nir | Posted 02.22.2012

Read More: Online Dating, Dating Advice, Life Coaching, Dating, Love & Sex, Relationships, Self-Confidence, Insecurity, Relationship Advice, Excuses, Women News
Marnie Nir

If you think "Online dating is in fact a sanctuary for satan. You are in hell. You know this for a fact: eHarmony = hell on earth," then this is the dating advice you need to hear.

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Steve Jobs' Job Vs. Your Job

Jen Sincero | Posted 12.10.2011

Read More: Decisions, Steve Jobs, Laziness, Inspiration, Excuses, Happiness, Style News
Jen Sincero

Dear Jen, Is there such a thing as just being lazy? I want to change my life and know I could be doing so much better, but I'm really lazy about it. ...

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Excuse: I'm Too Tired to Live My Passion

Holly Sidell | Posted 08.23.2011

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Holly Sidell

Lately, I've been tired. And my body has been heavy, sore, and stiff. I haven't had the energy to write, and it's taken all the adrenaline (and some...

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Is Being Right Getting In The Way Of Your Success?

Russell Bishop | Posted 08.13.2011

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Russell Bishop

We seem to spend more time arguing with each other, trying to prove our position, than we do trying to understand what the other person may be saying and how it might work.

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How To Overcome What Holds You Back

Russell Bishop | Posted 08.06.2011

Read More: Positive Thinking, Personal Transformation, Accountability, Excuses, Self Help, Healthy Living News
Russell Bishop

After last week's article on what holds you you back in life, many people asked for additional thoughts on how to move forward in life. Here is what I have found useful in my own life in overcoming various setbacks and challenges.

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Personal Transformation: What's Holding You Back In Life?

Russell Bishop | Posted 07.30.2011

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Russell Bishop

The tricky question is learning to tell the difference between what you can do or become and the kinds of limitations that are holding you back.

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The Toughest Thing To Relinquish After A Split

Vicki Larson | Posted 07.05.2011

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Vicki Larson

The decision to divorce wasn't an easy one, but unless there's abuse or some other horrific situation it really shouldn't be, especially if you have k...

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Family Dinners -- Now Comes the Hard Part

Marshall P. Duke | Posted 11.17.2011

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Marshall P. Duke

The family dinners on plain old days are important. But they need not be held every night -- three family dinners a week have significant impact the research tells us; five have even greater positive effects.

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New Year's Resolutions: 'The Show Me' State Of Mind

James M. Lynch | Posted 11.17.2011

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James M. Lynch

Here's my challenge to you: In this coming year let's light this world up with positive energy and a life of joy and possibility. But don't just tell me. Show me.

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"How Am I Doing?" The One Question That Can Change All Of Your Relationships

Jack Canfield | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Success, Jack Canfield, Rejection, Relationships, Attitude, Behavior, Fulfillment, How Am I Doing, Criticism, Excuses, Healthy Living News
Jack Canfield

If you are not moving closer to what you want, you probably aren't doing enough asking.

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Excuses in the Way of a Fresh Start

Ariane de Bonvoisin | Posted 11.17.2011

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Ariane de Bonvoisin

There really are only so many excuses we come up with when we are thinking of making a change in our lives. I'm too old...I'm too young...someone wil...

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"Law & Disorder"

Jerry Zezima | Posted 05.25.2011

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Jerry Zezima

I am proud and slightly flummoxed to say that I do not (as yet) have a criminal record. On the advice of my attorney, who is in jail, I can't say anything except that I am disappointed I recently wasn't chosen for jury duty.

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