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work2bfree
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# Posted: 13 Aug 2007 19:59
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I tend to be a negative person. It wasn't until I started spending time working on a home-based business that I learned about reading and listening to motivational books and cd's, respectively. I just watched the DVD called 'The Secret" and I am currently reading a book called "Conquer Fear" by Lisa Jimenez. Doing a little bit of this at least 15 to 30 minutes everyday helps to negate some of the obstacles you will face in life as you try and establish a home-based business or life in general. Here is something I heard recently a successful doctor said his grandmother told him.
"Respect my dreams because they are blueprints for a pathway to Success"
Thanks for letting me share...
Yours in Success,
Lawren
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aplina
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# Posted: 10 Nov 2007 07:52
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when am feeling very negative. l say to my self am not a bad person, am agood person, God loves. 10 TIMES. THIS HELP ME EVERY TIME
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CSGWAHM
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# Posted: 10 Nov 2007 09:09
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I like that quote! I believe in dreaming and having goals, it gives you something to strive for, othewise you become stagnant. I love listening and reading self-help, motivational type things. I've been told I'm too nice and don't live in reality because of how positive I am. I'm just naturally that way. I'm also more about finding a solution than complaining about things. I tell people who question how positive and happy I am, why would it hurt me to be positive when the other alternative is to be negative and unhappy????
Aplina.....I like what you say to yourself, I'm glad you find comfort in that.
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MISongbird
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# Posted: 18 Nov 2007 01:02
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Wasn't "The Secret" DVD wonderful! I had my whole family watch it. I was so jazzed after watching it that I now believe I can do anything I want to do. I watched it a 2nd time and wrote down what I was grateful for, and what I wanted my life to look like...car, house, where I lived, what I was doing, etc. I plan to watch the DVD again tomorrow. It really helps me become focussed, goal driven, and positive! I only wish they offered an affiliate program!
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ka7952
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# Posted: 24 Nov 2007 20:44
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Post a message to motivate you in front of mirror.
One will never change until the pain of staying the same is more unbearable than the pain from making change.
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costainternet
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# Posted: 27 Nov 2007 11:40
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It is important to identify any negative thought patterns that you have on a regular basis. Once you have identified them, create an affirmation that is the opposite of the negative thought. Whenever the negative thought starts running through your mind replace it with the alternative psotive thought.
The first step is becoming aware of the negative thought patterns.
The second step is to change the negative program into positive one.
The third step is to recognize when we are running negative self defeating programs and replace them with new program.
In order to change the old patterns you need to actively create new patterns and IMPLEMENT them on a regular basis.
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dreed
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# Posted: 5 Dec 2007 21:26
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Because I work a regular job and I am also trying learn how to make money online, I have to stay focused because of the little time I have to devote to my "marketing". I usually write down three things I want to accomplish online the first thing in the morning when I get up. That way when I do get home after my day job I already have my action plan for the day. It works for me.
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happywife
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# Posted: 6 Dec 2007 01:04
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dreed,
Good idea. I used to use lists regularly, especially when I was in Bible college. There was just no time to get things done if I didn't stay focused. Lists were my lifeline. Besides, I loved crossing things off. It gave me a real sense of accomplishment.
Thanks for the reminder. I need to get back into writing my lists for the day. I know I would get a lot more done if I did. 
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Brooke
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# Posted: 9 Dec 2007 22:30
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Thanks for the tip [b]dreed[b] I forget everything so I'm always writing lists, but I never thought to write a list of my online goals for the day. Good idea.
BTW Happywife your site looks great, the insurance one. I saw the "before" and now the "after".
I'm still working with SBI. I finally found a niche, actually two. So I'm stuck on which to do first.
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happywife
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# Posted: 9 Dec 2007 22:51
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Thanks Brooke,
I still have a long way to go with that one, but it is framing out nicely. I think I'm going to have to really poor on the pages to make a decent dent in such a competitive niche. My Alexa rank is pretty good, but I still need a lot more content to bring in a decent amount of traffic.
My suggestion is to go with whichever niche is the tightest and least competition. It will be easier for you to "win" for that one and you won't get discouraged as easily. Keep the other one hush-hush. It will be there when you are ready.
If they both seem pretty equal in that area, maybe pick the one you are more excited about diving into. Then just, well, dive! 
Have fun!
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pcwork
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# Posted: 10 Dec 2007 14:46
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Quoting: happywife need a lot more content to bring in a decent amount of traffic
How much traffic do you consider as "decent"?
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# Posted: 10 Dec 2007 20:06 · Edited by: happywife
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Quoting: pcwork How much traffic do you consider as "decent"?
You're right. "Decent" is such a relative term. I guess it is like riches, you never have enough. Ha ha.
To me, my chocolate site is getting a decent amount of traffic about 500-600 visitors a day this month. My insurance site is only getting about 30-50 visitors today - not decent!
Of course, I won't be happy until both sites are getting 1,000+ visitors a day.
I will say this, though. Even at that low traffic level my insurance site is paying for itself already - just. I want it to pay me for my time, too. It will eventually, I have no doubt. Well, very little doubt anyway.
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mikepressnell
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# Posted: 11 Dec 2007 21:53
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What happened to the orginal topic of this post?
I think that if we can help others to make a difference, then we are different....staying positive.
Help others to achieve their goals and you'll achieve your goals....if the right motivation is there.
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cherie27
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# Posted: 12 Dec 2007 03:35
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As for me, i have a weekly plan to plan what are the things i need to do.
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mywirebiz
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# Posted: 3 Jan 2008 02:38
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Dear All, Appreciate your tips a little.
How to really stay focused and motivated at all time? I tend to carry away due to my day work, which get frustrated sometimes. Or is this just another lame execuse? 
Thanks,
MWB
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RayvinAndRob
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# Posted: 3 Jan 2008 14:49
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Hey everyone,
This forum hosted a contest for the best article regarding how to stay motivated, and the winning article can be read HERE.
Rob Nyte
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Tybask
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# Posted: 30 Jan 2008 02:05
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I am also a great fan of the secret. I am also a firm believer in The Law Of Attraction. Staying mtivated and having a positive mibdset is an essential key factor in any business. I use affirmations to stay positive.
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dmitch31
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# Posted: 30 Jan 2008 18:06
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Can someone tell me what "the secret" DVD is all about and where I can get it? I'm definitely looking for some motivational material right now.
Thanks.
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SilverDreams
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# Posted: 3 Feb 2008 20:10
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Dmitch:
go here:
http://www.thesecret.tv
and you can watch it online.
Then... I suggest you find some Dr. Wayne Dyer stuff... he's more "meat and potatos" sort of info compared to the sizzle on the steak that is "The Secret" in my opinion.
Another terrific place is Hayhouseradio.com You'll find some fantastic programming there.
Wishing you the best,
Sally
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cebarber2
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# Posted: 5 Feb 2008 10:21
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You nailed it, Mike. Your #1 goal should be to help as many other people to success. That way, your own success is inevitable.
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KarenKramer
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# Posted: 2 Mar 2008 15:14
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Personally, I'm not a big fan of "The Secret" but back to the original intent of this thread:
To stay motivated...I saved the check from the first $10.00 I made from my home-based business and tacked it on the wall above my computer screen. When I'm frustrated or think I can't do something, I just look up and remember that big things start with small steps in the right direction
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# Posted: 4 May 2008 09:19
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First create a vision of what you want to achive in life. Then make goals for 1,2,5 and 10 years. Then make goals for each day/week to align towards your main goal. Reward yourself after achieving even small target. You will start getting motivated.
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hsc1898
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# Posted: 4 May 2008 10:03 · Edited by: hsc1898
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I always believe that helping other people to achieve their goals or to be successful will eventually bring you lots of success as well... Which is actually what we all do everyday in our jobs or business. If what we do actually deliver something good and useful then eventually the benefit will come back to us and subsequently the money will follow. So I tried to stay focus and motivated around that believe and doing my best in what i do everyday...
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# Posted: 2 Jun 2008 01:58 · Edited by: Sportsman12
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Big things happen with small steps in the right direction!!
Thanks Karen..I'm putting that in my monitor..I love saying that..now I will see it everyday..
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successful2008
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# Posted: 9 Jun 2008 19:45
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My father was very negitive at times. His quote was "If it wasn't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all". I used to laugh at him. I don't live in that world. That saying has no place in my everyday living. I stay positive by my everyday action. Do I get down at times? Sure, I'm only human, but I do my very best to stay focused. I want to create so much for my family and I. I will not get there if I am not a positive person. Here is my quote "When life hands you lemons, make lemonaide"!
To your massive success,
Michelle
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# Posted: 10 Jun 2008 12:42
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How to stay focused and motivated
This can be quite a challenge for most people to accomplish. There are several approaches that could be used. Even though everyone starts out from a unique position and may favor one system over another, the elements involved are much the same.
Here's one method:
1. Take a serious and sincere look at your bad habits. These are holding you back.
2. Resolve to replace them with productive habits. If you're honest with yourself you'll know what those should be.
3. Write down your goals on paper. Spend some time visualizing what your life will be like when you accomplish your goals.
4. Design an action plan to attain your goals. Having something to shoot for creates excitement in your life.
5. Review your goals everyday. This keeps you focused on your targets and stimulates your desire for achievement.
Now if you could only maintain the discipline to follow these steps religiously, here's what will happen:
a. You'll remove the clutter that's in your way.
b. You'll develop a system for achieving everything you desire.
c. You'll always have clear objectives in your sights.
d. You'll constantly be excited and motivated.
e. You'll notice a dramatic change in your outlook, expectations and accomplishments.
Hermas
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SilverDreams
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# Posted: 10 Jun 2008 12:50
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Wonderful post!
I don't know if I've ever seen that content spelled out so clearly in such a brief way! FABULOUS.
For me, also being a believer in the Law of Attraction (and I was before it was ever so popular as it is today!), #3 is great! But, I would also add that you have to make sure the goals you are making are what you really, really want and that you are not making goals to live up to someone else's expectations.
Love this.
Thanks so much!
Sally
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successful2008
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# Posted: 10 Jun 2008 14:34
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Hermas, as always, thank you for the reply. I wish more people adopt a more positive attitude. They would go so much further.
To your massive success,
Michelle
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# Posted: 12 Jun 2008 22:45
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I find that if you set your goals for somone else, your goals are not yours; therefore do you really reach them? The goals I set for myself, are infact mine. The goals I reach, do affect my family. Setting a goal each day, will drive you closer to the ultimate goal you want to reach.
To your massive success,
Michelle
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# Posted: 17 Jun 2008 20:14
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I recently started a "Success Journal" for myself. Each day, I write down at least one thing that I accomplished. That way, when I feel like things aren't moving fast enough for me, I can look back and see how far I have come.
Mary Jo
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