***** Positive Thinking, Happy Living

Ted Engstrom in HIGH PERFORMANCE (Here’s Life Publishers, 1988) tells the story of a trusted advisor of President Abraham Lincoln who
recommended a candidate for Lincoln’s cabinet. Lincoln declined and when asked why, he said, “I don’t like the man’s face.”

“But the poor man is not responsible for his face,” his advisor insisted.

“Every man over forty is responsible for his face,” Lincoln replied, and the prospect was considered no more.

That makes me want to look into a mirror! It’s always been a comfort to me that I am BEHIND my face. I can look at something else.

An expressive and confident sounding voice makes it easier to win over your listeners. When your speak with confidence your voice is strong and positive. You are a more effective speaker.

Studies on effective communication show that how you use your voice can account for up to 38% of the message you are conveying depending on the circumstances. Although, it is not always that high, it will convey a message about you and your speech over and above the words that you speak e.g.

The most critical characteristic in achieving any level of success in life is self-confidence. It is the secret to succeeding in both the business world, relationships and personally in your life. But unfortunately, confidence and low self-esteem problems are all too common in society today, and leave many individuals without the necessary self acceptance and strength of character to live their life on their terms.

How To Activate Your Personal Success Patrick Porter What do I mean by Activating Your Personal Success?

Believe me, today is the most wonderful day of your life! You live in today; drink, dine, walk, talk, work and play today. Living today is not enough, make it a wonderful day for you.

In order to make your today a wonderful day, get up from the bed early in the morning. While brushing your teeth, brush away the unfounded fears about today. Look in the mirror and say: It's a wonderful day!

Go for a morning walk. Look what you were missing in your life. The chattering of birds, the smile of flowers and the (good) morning breeze gently touching your body. What a wonderful day!