Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:41:08 +0700Weeblygayathrimoosadhttp://feedburner.google.comMon, 19 Oct 2009 14:25:17 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/10/create-an-environment-for-personal-growth-in-everyday-life.htmlYour kitchen sink is a mess. Your 9-5 job leaves you stressed out. You have no energy left. Your relationship with your family seems to be deteriorating. You keep putting off things.

Does any of this sound like you? If this is your life, have you ever wondered where personal growth fits in? Have you felt like your current life situation is just not right for self-development? If this rings a chord with you, then this article is for you.

I have often had trouble focusing on my dreams when my everyday life is not on track. Often, I have had to do a cleansing process to get my spirit back. This cleansing process involved pulling the weeds from my physical environment and creating order from chaos.

In order to have an atmosphere where you feel at your best, the changes should start with you. When it comes to your life situation, the buck stops with you. How your day goes has nothing to do with your family, your boss or your colleagues. It is totally in your power to control your life.

A lot of us have trouble accepting this power, and the responsibility that comes with it. It is just so much easier to blame our problems on somebody else. But the moment you decide some outside factor has control on your life, you lose the power to turn your life around.

Once you establish in your own mind that you are in the driver's seat, it is much easier to move forward. That attitude is important to make lasting changes in your life. Because if you keep doing what you do now, you will keep getting what you get now.

If you are ready to take the responsibility for your life and make the necessary changes, then read on. Read the full article here.
]]>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:48:38 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/10/the-celebrate-principle-of-time-management.htmlThere is often a misconception that having a successful and meaningful life would mean a major overhaul of your current living situations. People tend to think that achievers are all workaholics who sacrifice pleasure and relationships to stay at the top. Well, think again.

We do need to make every moment productive in order to get the best out of life. But not in the way one might think. The key to success does not lie in impossible work hours or a distraught family life. It lies in a simple word - "celebration".

The "celebrate principle" is an innovative approach to time management. It is not about how best to divide your time for career advancement. It is not about your "day job". It is about the bigger things in life, which are also ironically the simpler things. It is about how best we can utilize our time to get the best results, for life. Its key difference from all other time management principles is that it takes an entirely different view of productivity. It is practical, and it is stylish. It is something you can do, and would enjoy doing. It doesn't involve time tables or clock watching. It is just a way of life.

Here is how to apply the celebrate principle to life, and continue do what we are doing, with slight adjustments to get the best out of them. The important thing to remember here is that we are going to keep things simple, enjoy our life, and let success follow. It is just some things we can remember to do each day, every day, to make life better. If we can manage our time so that all these fits into our schedule, we are winning the game of life. Let's see how. Read the full article here.
]]>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:27:56 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/10/4-areas-of-personality-development.htmlHave you ever felt that something is missing from you? May be you feel that your communication is poor. May be you find that people don't take you seriously. Or maybe you feel empty from within.

There are several problems people feel when it comes to their personality. It always boils down to one or more of the key areas of personality development. In order to effectively address all such issues, we need to know which areas of our personality need improvement. Only when we know this, can we focus our attention on imbibing more knowledge about those particular areas. This is the key to holistic personality development.

What is holistic personality development? It is all about developing yourself into the very best you can be. In order to truly achieve that, we need to identify our strengths and weaknesses in the different areas of personality development. Because, without knowing ourselves, we can never improve ourselves.

All-round personality development is about giving equal attention to all aspects of your personality. First, we need to take stock of the true state of affairs in each aspect of our personality. We can then figure out what is lacking, and work on it.

In this article, let me share with your four areas of all-round personality development. Once you have read this, you can honestly evaluate your standing in each area, and start working on improving the weaker aspects. Read the full article here.
]]>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:30:42 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/10/book-review-thirty-days-to-change-your-life.htmlRight from the appealing cover design, this book cries out "professional" at every turn. I found the book "Thirty Days to change your life" by Michael Miles just that - a book that has the potential to change your life.

This book is presented in a simple and straight-forward manner, never attempting at patronizing. The tone is friendly. The words are effective. The ideas are priceless.

The book applies the "dripping tap" principle from its concept to its execution. It is all about changing your life, one small step at a time.

The chapters are short and sweet, holding stories, ideas, quotes etc, all emphasizing a key idea. Each one gently tries to shift our mindset, and create a climate for change. We can in fact read from any chapter - and re-read any when we need some inspiration. But, when you get started, it is better to stick to the thirty day plan, and read each of 30 chapters, one in a day.

There is a soothing flow to this book, which makes it a pleasure to read. You are not going to need a whole lot of time to finish reading a chapter either. It is designed to suit our busy lives fully, even those who are hard-pressed for time can use this book as recommended. I found that reading a chapter early in the morning and letting it sink in for the rest of the day worked really well for me.

Reading the book felt like attending a workshop. Only, this workshop costs significantly lesser than the others out there, and the material is available for a life-time. Another great feature of the book is that it even adds value by listing a bunch of helpful books for further reading.

I don't want to spoil the suspense by elaborating the contents of this amazing book - but I can guarantee that it is one you won't regret buying. To get your copy, head to http://effortlessabundance.com.

And don't forget to write in with your own experiences of the book!]]>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:18:09 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/10/book-review-reclaim-your-dreams.htmlThe byline says it all - "An uncommon guide to living on your own terms". The book delivers exactly what it promises - a total guidebook on living life deliberately and having fun while at it. The book "Reclaim your dreams" by Jonathan Mead is one of the most inspiring and innovative books I have read in recent times.

The book is written in a unique and inimitable style - a unique interlocking of almost poetic beauty and disarming simplicity. There is a subtle vein of humor running through out too, which makes it all the more enjoyable.

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a rut, or just plain tired of getting through life from day to day? Do you feel that you have lost your passion and zing? Do you feel that you have lived enough of life to see that there is no alternative? Then this book will do wonders for you.

It really doesn't matter what sort of a mind or life you bring to the table when you start reading this book. It is one that understands that changes need to be made at the grass root level, for any permanent effect to occur. So, it gives you a mindset makeover.

There are two parts to this book. The parts are best explained in the author's own words: "Part 1 was about pulling the weeds and making room for your dreams, Part 2 is about figuring out what you want to plant there and giving you the tools to make those dreams grow and thrive." The first part helps us to create an attitude conducive to absorbing the second part fully. There are three chapters in the first part, and five in the second.

Each chapter contains three parts: the idea, one or more exercises for practical application and some key points to meditate on. This format is adopted throughout the book.

The book contains a lot of bold statements and almost disturbing questions. If you would only take a moment to think of those, they would suddenly transform themselves into obvious truths you never noticed before, and you have an "Aha!" moment. I had many such moments while reading this book; and each gave me fresh perspective and insight. I felt it worthwhile to have a small book ready while reading this, to note down all these key statements and ideas. When I am in need of some quick motivation, a cup of coffee plus a small dose of these pointers prove a potent combination.

The exercises in this book require special mention - there are simple and powerful ones in there which don't even take up too much time. Just as an example, in a single chapter you learn to create your personal manifesto, your dream sanctuary, your value list, your mind map... and more!

The book also lists and draws from some great resources, the links to which are provided throughout. This makes for fun and informative further reading.

One of the best things about the book is that it has its feet firmly planted in reality, and doesn't paint rosy pictures. It is a very practical book, and understands and takes into consideration all the myriad pitfalls and problems of everyday life. It is not an idealist's dream book, it is a realist's workbook.

And a word about the conclusion... It is an absolutely beautiful chapter, something you may want to print out and stick to your wall for your daily dose of inspiration. It sums up the book beautifully, and makes you feel you have the wings to fly.

This value for money book can be purchased here: http://www.illuminatedmind.net/reclaim-your-dreams/

Don't forget to write in with your experiences of the book!]]>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:02:04 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/10/how-to-start-living-your-dreams-right-now.html
If you were to die right now, would you be able to confidently say that you have lived a life with purpose and conviction, and had fun while at it? Would you have fulfilled all your dreams, or would you never have started? Or, would you have tried and quit living your dreams?

Give it a moment's honest thought, and tell yourself what the answer is. If you had another chance to live, would you do everything the way you are doing them now, or would you live your life differently? In that answer lies the key to living your dreams. Each of us is blessed with unique creativity and intelligence, so if we really try, we can always find a way to live our dreams in this life itself.

It doesn't matter what you have to start with. The great men and women in history never had greatness handed to them on a plate. They all had to fight for and earn what they became. And so can you.

What is it that you would love to become, what is your dream life? And what is holding you back from living it right away?

Below, I am sharing eight tips to start living your dreams right now. Read the full article here.]]>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 04:44:41 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/08/5-personality-traits-that-repel-people.htmlSome people attract people to themselves like magnets. Yet others repel people just as strongly. Several of those who repel others cannot figure out why they don't have more friends or why they find it difficult to get close to others. It can be really frustrating.

There are several reasons why people may not be attracted to you. I have identified five personality traits that can really hamper you in your attempts to get close to others. Though there are several other potential causes, these five seem to be on the top.

If we are honest with ourselves, we can look at this list and see if any of these describes us. If it does, then we can always find ways to change. Every small step in the positive direction will bring impressive results.

Let us now explore these five pitfalls in human behavior. Read the full article here.
]]>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:19:05 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/08/email-etiquette.htmlEmail is the preferred medium of communication in today's age. We shoot off mails to colleagues, friends and family.

Sending a mail with proper etiquette will immediately cause you to go up in the viewer's opinion. A poorly written mail shows ignorance and disrespect to the reader. It can even make or break a job quest.

Having a proper email etiquette is essential to projecting a great personality. Since first impressions are often made through email these days, it is all the more important to focus on developing our communication effectiveness in this medium. In our quest for personality development, email etiquette also plays an important role.

So how do we write an email that is just right? Here are a few tips to always bear in mind.

Read the full article here]]>Sun, 07 Jun 2009 21:36:05 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/06/7-ways-to-develop-your-will-power.htmlThere is one key personality element which can make the difference between a successful person and an also-ran. This key element is called will power.

An iron will is an unshakable determination to get something done, no matter what. People with a strong will achieve anything they set out to do in life. They are exuberant, energized and enthusiastic. They are not afraid to fail. They won't let their emotions get in the way of achieving success.

A lot of us have great dreams, but most of the time, things just don't happen! We never seem to have the energy or passion to get started. And often, even when we do get started, we lose steam half way down the road and let go of our dream. Others give up when they are met with obstacles. Yet others know what they ought to be doing, but never get around to doing it. They might keep thinking or talking about it, but they won't take action. All these are examples of poor will power.

Can an iron will be developed? How? The human will is very much like a muscle. We can indeed develop its power by exercising it daily. Here are 7 ways to develop an iron will, which will not bend and will keep going until it makes its target. Read the full article here.

]]>Wed, 27 May 2009 03:07:33 +0700http://www.gayathrimoosad.com/1/post/2009/05/power-dressing-techniques.htmlPersonality Development is all about cultivating and projecting a great personality. One of the most helpful ways to do this is through power dressing.

Power dressing is a form of dressing, especially in the corporate world, which makes you appear in control, confident and authoritative. In today's world fashions and trends change at the blink of an eye. But there are still some principles, mostly conservative, which remain unchanged. By following these principles, you can learn how to create an image of a powerful, collected, professional you.

Below, I am sharing 5 tips for power dressing. These tips can serve as a guide post in your quest to dress and look better. And remember, when you dress professionally, you feel professional. Studies have shown that wearing a smart suit can instantly make you feel more confident. And it projects the image of a confident person to the world! Read the full article here.

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