Learn how to be a better listener with these 5 tips
June 16, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
Being a great listener is a significant part of personal growth and development. It can enhance the quality of the relationships in your everyday life. Imagine being able to quickly gain keen understanding of another person’s ideas. This will help you in making better decisions, learn new concepts and save time by avoiding any confusion.
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Stress Relief Tip: Drink a cup of green tea
June 13, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
Sometimes when I feel stressed out, it seems as though things are going by so fast and that there are so many moving thoughts floating around in my head. When this happens a great stress relief tip that I like to do is: brew and drink a cup of green tea.
For the past few years [...]
5 Situations that can reveal your true colors
June 11, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
Everyone tries to show their best character and wants to be seen as a “nice” person. However, we are all eventually faced with certain situations that bring out our “true colors” and it can change the perceptions people have of you.
I’m not saying that we shouldn’t express our feelings. But by recognizing these situations you [...]
Understanding personal development by involving yourself
June 5, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
“Tell me, and I will forget…
Show me, and I might remember…
Involve me, and I will understand.”
This is an old Chinese proverb that you might also have heard of before.
Obviously, it’s a very straight forward translation and the meaning is really apparent. The quote essentially says that the best way for someone to make [...]
A True Hero, Dad Competes in Marathons for Disabled Son
June 3, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
This has to be one of the most inspirational stories I have ever heard. After watching this video I was left speechless. I think Dick Hoyt has to be one of the greatest dads in the world. I think this story can serve as an inspiration to everyone. It really reinforces the fact that [...]
You survived a layoff in your company, what to do next to keep your job safe: 7 tips
May 30, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
Company layoffs and downsizing are a part of business; it’s the easiest way for a company to cut expenses and stay alive. It’s unfortunate for those who do get cut, but if you are an employee who remains after job cuts, you better be cautious. You might feel relieved and simply go on with your [...]
Stress Relief Tip: Avoid confrontation and write a letter to yourself
May 28, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
Sometimes you will find yourself in a very frustrating situation where you know that telling someone what you REALLY think will just cause more problems. I find that this happens typically when in a disagreement with a family member or a co-worker. Let’s face it, we all have to deal with people that are just [...]
How to easily start a conversation with new people: 5 tips
May 20, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
Do you have trouble starting conversations when meeting new people? Is it because you are shy? Or are you just simply worried about not having something really interesting to say? I used to have this problem, but after years of observation I was able to uncover 5 useful tips that makes starting conversations super easy.
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Increase Motivation with a Visual Reminder
May 11, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
Often when people work towards their goals it can be difficult to consistently stay motivated. The ability of being able to push yourself day-to-day can make the difference in achieving success. Although there are tons of ways to increase your motivation, one of the more simple and effective ways is to create a visual reminder. [...]
Inspiring Video: Autistic Basketball Player Achieves Greatness
May 9, 2008 by sparkvictory · Leave a Comment
This video truly captures the emotions of a very inspirational story. It’s about an autistic boy named Jason who is very devoted to his high school basketball team by helping players in practice sessions and distributing water. Because of Jason’s dedication and enthusiasm, the basketball coach allowed him to suit up for a game so [...]
