Building your Self Esteem
August 18, 2008 by John Taylor
Filed under Self Mastery
Many people are hard on themselves. It is always good to hear people say they do not compete with other people. This is a good attitude because when you focus on yourself, you develop your own self-esteem at your own pace.
There is no worst critic than yourself. A low self esteem is one of the greatest enemies you can have. It is important to always be optimistic. Most people you meet are cynical these days but there is no reason for you to join the crowd. Being optimistic means capitalizing on the good and positive. No matter how bad the situation or how things maybe, there are always good and positive aspects.
You do not have to lose touch with reality to be optimistic. You just have to learn how to deal with a sad situation or a bad scenario with a hopeful disposition. Helping other people is also another way to build self esteem.
Do not be hard on yourself. It is great to dream big dreams. We are always told to reach for the top but set realistic expectations. Set goals and don’t be afraid if you don’t meet your time frame, just rest and move on.
Believe that you can do anything you want. There may be people to help you but it is really up to you. The fact that you dreamed it, you are capable of achieving it.
Faith and Focus
August 18, 2008 by John Taylor
Filed under Positive Mind

One of the more interesting aspects of the Law of Attraction is found in its teachings. Fundamentally, it teaches people how to think. Not what to think. Learning how to think, helps focus the mind. Many people discover that focusing the mind, helps improve their life.
By focusing on your life’s path you are setting goals. Many people feel setting a goal is primarily for monetary gain. The book and DVD, “The Secret”, is a good introduction to the Law of Attraction, but that’s all it is. It focuses on acquiring material possessions. And there’s nothing wrong with that.
It’s not wrong to be well fed, well clothed, drive a nice car and live in a nice home. If you create a feeling of self that’s capable and worthy, you’ll attract what you want. You can take care of yourself as well as others.
There are many people that see the Law of Attraction as a deeply religious experience. Connecting them to others and to a higher power.
The numbers are just as large that consider the Law of Attraction spiritual but not religious. Religious or just spiritual, the results are the same: Improving life for yourself and others through the power of thought.
Even if you consider the Law of Attraction as neither religious nor spiritual, the benefits are the same. You’re still using thought energy to get the things you want most out of life.
The power of the mind, focus and the ultimate goal, will bring what it asks for.


