MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'confident'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:37:46 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119043&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FyC0kHPMftjw%2F Shakespeare was wrong. All the world is not a stage, you just think it is. And it is this thought — the belief that you need to perform for an always-watching and always-critiquing audience — that creates massive anxiety. If you’d like to reclaim some of the time and energy you spend worrying about what others think, then read on and be inspired to be, create, and share your talents without fear of embarrassment. There are three sure-fire ways to eliminate criticism in your life: be dreadfully normal, do not take any risks whatsoever, and do your best to sacrifice what is special and unique about yourself in order to blend in as much as possible. Of course, this is clearly not the recipe for living your best life. You cannot avoid criticism, but you can learn to live with... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119043 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 07:04:54 +0100 5119043 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086591&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FCJGruDE3r44%2F Fortunately, all fears are learned; no one is born with fears. Fears can therefore be unlearned by practicing self discipline repeatedly with regard to fear until it goes away. The most common fears that we experience, which often sabotage all hope for success, are the fears of failure, poverty, and loss of money. These fears cause people to avoid risk of any kind and to reject opportunity when it is presented to them. They are so afraid of failure that they are almost paralyzed when it comes to taking any chances at all. There are many other fears that interfere with our happiness. as well. People fear the loss of love or the loss of their jobs and their financial security. People fear embarrassment or ridicule. People fear rejection and criticism of any kind. People fear the loss of resp... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086591 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:55:53 +0100 5086591 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4753991&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2F09fipszrXcY%2F Mike had become a wealthy entrepreneur, but he had a hard time enjoying his business success because it seemed that every minute he wasn’t solving a business problem he was worried about what others thought of him and what he could do to get their approval. Janet probably had as many good ideas as Mike, but because she was plagued with procrastination, she was nowhere near as successful. Roger always talked about his dream of doing something on his own, but he just didn’t have the confidence to leave his safe (and boring) job. And finally there was Marlene, who complained of bouts of anxiety that seemed to come over her without warning and paralyze her. Stories like these from our clients go on forever. We’ve literally heard thousands of them. It seems as if no one really escapes. Es... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4753991 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 04:21:56 +0100 4753991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4676869&cid=t_114900_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F04%2F05%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-april-5-2011%2F A few weeks ago, the weirdest thing happened. I walked into a crowded after-school hangout for young adults and my thirty something year old self suddenly felt as awkward and gawky as I was at thirteen. Where was my self-confidence? What happened to those twenty years of work on building my self-worth to replace those few years of embarrassment and shame? All I could think of was how fast I wanted to get out of there. Have you ever felt like that before? Have you ever wanted to change your perspective or redo a moment so you can feel better about the life you are living? Thankfully, after I left, I picked up the pieces of my fragile self and again walked in the shoes of a happy and confident adult. But I wish I had read one of these posts sooner. If you have had a shot to your self-esteem ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4676869 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:07:07 +0100 4676869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4677149&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2Fe91NFDumcK0%2F Have you ever changed your mind, backed out of something or even given up on a dream … because you were afraid of what someone else might think of you? I’m betting that you’re a kind, thoughtful person. You want to make the people around you happy, and – naturally enough – you want them to think well of you. There’s nothing wrong with that: it’s part of emotional intelligence, and it’s a good thing. But it can go too far. If you’re constantly worried about what friends, family, colleagues or even strangers in the street might think, then you’re using up a huge amount of energy worrying (and you’re probably holding yourself back from your real goals). This is a tough habit to get out of – but the below steps should help. Step #1: Ask Yourself What Matters to You ... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4677149 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 06:45:09 +0100 4677149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4522329&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FZh4TO_guP_A%2F For many years of my life, I had this problem of taking what people say to me personally. It didn’t matter if their intentions were good or not, for some reason my ego would take control my thoughts and I’d take offense to it. This negative thought pattern I had was on auto-pilot. I’d get offended even if what that person said to me was true. Which actually made it hurt even worse. Most of the time I wouldn’t say anything. I would just feel the negative emotions inside and bottle it up. Which made it worse because the rest of my day would be affected by it, for no rational reason what-so-ever. I’m not a person who likes confrontation, which is why I wouldn’t really say anything. But when the person who says something which you take personally knows you, ... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4522329 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 07:17:34 +0100 4522329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4424508&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FfpRdUlrPeuY%2F Getting confidence is one thing, getting your confidence back is a substantially different one. You see, people who’ve always lacked confidence in a certain area aren’t familiar with the emotion and they have a hard time grasping the associated behavior. On the other hand, people who had confidence in a certain area at some point but they’ve lost it are familiar with the emotion and the related behavior, they’ve just lost touch with them. What they need is to get those emotions to surface again. This is easier than inventing them from scratch, but it is also different in many ways and it requires a customized approach. Here are my top ideas on how to get your confidence back: 1. Remember the Feeling It’s a lot easier to get a feeling of confidence when you need it if you get reac... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4424508 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:18:16 +0100 4424508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300727&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FPP1B3BcQnwY%2F Confidence is a characteristic that allows us to take risks in our lives. It is often through risk, we achieve great success in many aspects of our lives. It makes sense, therefore, to try to develop our own self-confidence as best we can in order to be successful and happy. Here are 7 best ways to do just that: Create a Life Philosophy The basis of your self-confidence will come from your having developed and followed a life philosophy.  This life philosophy can grow out of a great thinker whom you admire, a convergence of ideas you’ve picked up in your education, or something unique to yourself that you’ve developed. The point is that you should have a philosophy that will guide your every action. If you have a solid philosophy on life, and it’s one that you’ve d... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300727 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 07:11:00 +0100 4300727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4298831&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FpphKNhOEEq0%2F Do you avoid the camera like some celebrities dodge the paparazzi? Are you about as photogenic as a plate full of Brussels Sprouts? Is the thought of sending out a Holiday Greeting Photo Card about as appealing as burying yourself naked in a pile full of dirty snow? If so, don’t despair. While this post might not turn you into the next super model, it will help you make the most of what you have and hopefully shift your focus to capturing as many magical moments as you can. Remember – only wine and cheese get better with age, so what you hate in your 30’s, might actually look good to you when you are in your 80’s. 1.  Avoid The Dreaded Double Chin Camera position is key.  The lens must be at your eye level or higher. Bend your knees if you are taller than the photographer. Or t... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4298831 Wed, 29 Dec 2010 16:21:11 +0100 4298831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4285367&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2F8ofFaVVeeH8%2F How much are you worth? Who gets incredible value from being a part of your life? How much does it cost for you to keep them in yours? These might sound like harsh questions, but why treat a business plan better than you treat your life? If you were standing in a group with your closest friends and family, what is the one thing you could stand up and say you do better than anyone, creating a wave of nodding heads to say “yep – that’s what makes you and why we love you”? I pride myself on my generosity and loyalty but I carry it around quietly. No more would I have to state, “I have blonde hair” than I would have to tell a friend, “I am generous and loyal”- it’s who I am….always. I am also impatient, not present and say yes to more things than I can possibly do -dragging... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4285367 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:29:18 +0100 4285367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4207526&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2Fozg65lRJOqk%2F “There is nothing wrong with change, if it is in the right direction.” ~ Winston Churchill When was the last time you changed things in your world? Taking the time to evaluate where you are in the hustle and bustle of life can help you gain the perspective you need to make the small adjustments that will improve your quality of life and enhance your confidence. When you make a plan and set a goal for 30 days, you will be manufacturing a means to find a much more capable, confident you by the end of the month. 1. Choose a hobby. There is no shortage of hobbies to choose from. Rock climbing, jogging, pottery, cooking, photography. Any activity that engages your mind and holds your attention is well worth your minutes. Hobbies are an investment of time and usually require a certain skill.... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4207526 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 16:40:55 +0100 4207526 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4203328&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FyD7lqAyYKU8%2F Are people telling you that you look tired, run-down, or you’re aging like a President in the White House? Or maybe nobody has noticed yet, but you have. You’re routine is just that, routine, day-in-day-out work, responsibilities, sleep (if you’re lucky) and some days you feel like Danny Glover in Lethal Weapon, you’re “too old for this s*&#!” Want to feel better and look younger? Change your routine! Get outside and get some exercise. Whether you walk, jog, play tennis, basketball, or golf, outdoor activities provide us with physical and mental exercises which can help us feel better and younger. Here’s some reasons that opening your door and stepping outside might be the best thing you can do for yourself today. Be a kid again. Remember when you couldn’t wait to go ou... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4203328 Fri, 26 Nov 2010 18:56:16 +0100 4203328 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4183590&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FaJbaS1MZk8A%2F We’ve all been there…that gnawing feeling in the pit of your stomach when you’re about to give a big presentation, fearful that you may blow it.  The hesitation that grips your chest when you step into a party and you don’t know a soul, dreading the moment you have to introduce yourself.  Most of the time, when we’re out of our comfort zone…it’s uncomfortable! For some people, those same situations seem effortless…enjoyable, in fact. Ah…yes, the gift of the gab.  Some people are born with it, others come to it by practice.  But the gift is not the ABILITY to gab, it is the ACTION of communicating.  Every person on this planet has a gift to give and when we learn to communicate effectively, we are able to share our gift with the world. So, how can it be easier to stan... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4183590 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:59:59 +0100 4183590 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4190563&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FdP4_6xuqwYE%2F Are you a BIG giant phony? Are you walking around acting out a role someone else cast you in? Perhaps someone told you “respectable people don’t do that.” Maybe you ignore your calling because you’re afraid what a loved one will think of your choices. Or perhaps, you live behind a carefully-constructed veil, never letting anyone see the real you. Because, if they can’t see the real you, then they can’t dislike the real you. Right? If that’s you, I have only one question – whose life are you living? I love to sing. Ever since I was a little kid singing to 45 records in my bedroom, I imagined myself up on a stage. Unfortunately, I never had the talent to be a “real” singer or the confidence to sing in front of anyone. Which is why I’ve always adm... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4190563 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 02:19:27 +0100 4190563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098515&cid=t_114900_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FFXDS_KqVdiQ%2F Self-esteem is the way you judge and look at yourself.  Some people believe that their appearance will enhance their level of self-esteem, but in reality, having high self-esteem comes from the ability to see yourself special and unique all the time. Do you see yourself as special and unique?  Do you have high self-esteem?  Do you love yourself? No? Here is a quick 5-point guide to build self esteem when you forget how great you are: 1.  Believe in your inner beauty Don’t say to yourself that you are not beautiful nor unique.  Know that every person is unique and true gift to the world.  There is no one on earth like you and you have a lot to offer to humanity. 2.  Believe in your mind power Know that the way you see yourself comes from the power of your thoughts and mind.  U... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4098515 Sat, 23 Oct 2010 18:10:55 +0100 4098515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3272997&cid=t_114900_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2Fxmww43wvlsw%2F (Editor’s Note: contributor Scott Barry Kaufman recently interviewed Daniel Tammet, one of the 100 known prodigious savants living at the present time. Their in-depth conversation –summary and links follow Scott’s reflections below– provoked a powerful reaction in Scott’s mind, as you are about to read). Last night I was eating dinner with my parents back in my hometown in Philadelphia. I was telling them about my interview with Daniel Tammet, and how I was working on a post about my reflections on the interview. My father, who reads everything I write (which can be awkward sometimes!), looked at me and said, plainly and simply, “I see a lot of similarities between you and Daniel, Scott.” Those words were a kind of crystallizing moment for me. I su... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3272997 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:13:06 +0100 3272997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=707695&cid=t_114900_109_f&fid=35677&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBrainBasedBusiness%2F%7E3%2F129598895%2Fare_you_confident_enough_to_be.html Drew McLellan asked a compelling question over at Drew’s Marketing Minute…Are you confident enough to be simple? Drew suggests that people are “afraid the audience won’t get it." Then he added that this fear … “speaks volumes – but not about the audience.” Interestingly, fear adds cortisol that zaps confidence needed for simplicity. To communicate simply, though, takes mental steps – that tend to come mainly to communicators who target clarity and interactive exchanges with participants. So why is confidence involved? Here are 5 areas where confidence segues into simplicity:1. Replace jargon with words more familiar to a wider mix of people. I like to play with words in ways that people will have fun “trying on&rd... BrainBasedBusiness blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=707695 Mon, 02 Jul 2007 01:58:26 +0100 707695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=566337&cid=t_114900_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F04%2F24%2Fbreast-cancer-website-reads-show-us-your-chemo-style%2F Filed under: Breast Cancer, Chemotherapy, Cancer SurvivorsIf you've ever visited the website My Breast Cancer Network, part of the Health Central conglomerate of health and medical information, you know the appeal of this site is its insightful navigation menu, comprised of three helpful locators -- Find, Manage, and Connect. With a click on the Find button, you can search answers to questions, check symptoms, and locate resources. Choose Manage and you can take action, achieve goals, and resolve problems. If you wish to get advice, find support, and share your experiences, take a simple tour through the Connect community.My Breast Cancer Network currently invites all viewers to connect with one another through a new feature: Show Us Your Chemo Style. You can simply visit this portion of t... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=566337 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 566337