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Nadia Ballas-Ruta explains why she believes we are living in the age of We, not Me.

Keith Kohl takes a hard look at investing in the Horn River natural gas discovery.

Mark Victor Hansen outlines two simple steps to success: Find what you excel at and then do it.

Nadia Ballas-Ruta talks about why she is glad she listened to her intuition to guide her lfe.

Swami ZazvatAnanda returns to give us the lowdown on the Hermetic origins of the Law of Attraction and The Secret.

The staff at Gold World recommend the top three gold investments available today.

Nick Hodge at Energy and Capital examines Algae Biofuel as an investment opportunity.

Denis Waitley explains the importance of being a person who practices non-situational integrity.

While visiting a remote monastery Danielle La Porte discovers the wisdom of Fred the shop keeper.

Jonathan Mead on how to boost your energy and focus by powering up your surroundings.

Eatha discusses the benefits of chocolate milk as a cheaper protein shake alternative to expensive sports drinks.

Congratulations to Jonathan Mead, who has achieved his goal of quitting his day job and supporting himself through blogging! A fantastic achievement! Read all about it here:

Hal and Sidra Stone discuss the top ten challenges to relationship, starting with television.

Leo Babauta examines a new relationship with food and considers the idea that less is more.

Alex Kolyfman at Gold World looks at the plummeting price of aluminum and whether or not it is a good investment opportunity.

Danielle La Porte reflects on her time spent with the monks at Christ In The Desert.

Dr. Margaret Paul examines the roles of victim and perpetrator in a relationship.

Leo Babauta on taking small, successful steps as the best way to overhaul your life.

Examination of Warren Buffett's investment in a Chinese hybrid car manufacturer.

Jonathan Mead on the importance of being honest with ourselves and staying mindful.

Sara Ackrill reflects on how children are raised to not understand the flaws in adults but only in themselves.

Jordan examines a new tax (for the US) and the impact it may have on the markets.

Danielle La Porte relates her experiences with Saraswati, the Goddess of Creativity.

David Samuel at Entrepreneur Monk takes a look at why the experience of deep emotion is a necessary step on the road to enlightenment.

Greg McCoach at Gold World examines opportunities to profit from gold in its last finale.

Andrea Avari, Ph.D. discusses the importance of getting in touch with and listening to your intuition.

Eartha at Trying Fitness interviews Dr. Son Trinh, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, about fitness, working out and health.

Nadia Ballas-Ruta shares her views on God and her relationship with her higher power.

Mary Jaksch examines the relevance of both optimism and pessimism to our lives and concludes that flexible optimism is a key to happiness.

In my new blog entry I look at the importance of timing for life and the Zen Warrior.

Harvey Mackay highlights some famous people who had to overcome great obstacles in order to achieve success.

Denis Waitley describes the importance of gaining power first and then giving it up to become an effective leader and role model.

Nadia Ballas-Ruta discusses the possible effects of a mass consciousness of love.

Loral Langemeier encourages you to take the coming summer holiday to teach your kids about how money works.

Charlie Badenhop recounts a tale of abuse by his father and learns that forgiving is not condoning.

Jeffrey Gitomer explains what product knowledge is and what you should be doing with it.

Chris Widener with some great advice on getting back to the basics of personal development.

David Samuel examines the distinction between depression and someone who is disturbed by life and searches for more.

Mary Jaksch introduces the commencement address given by Paul Hawken at the University of Portland.

Nadia Ballas-Ruta asks you to consider each second of your life as offering an amazing option.

Loral Langemeier analyzes the excuses people use to put off fulfilling their dreams.

As her fortieth birthday approaches, Danielle La Porte gives some advice to her 20-year old self.

Leo Babauta uses the example of a Jedi mind trick to remind us that a small amount of force applied in just the tight place can create leverage leading to huge change.

Sara Ackrill relates her experience of realizing she needs to take her place in the world.

Tina Su with a very candid article on how she dealt with her new husband's previous divorce.

Eartha at Eating Clean has some advice for people who live with someone who doesn't eat healthy foods.

Today Personal Development Forum presents another new blog this one on eating clean. In the first article Eartha describes how to fight dessert cravings.

Denis Waitley presents some ideas on conducting a personal inventory of your 'knowledge resources'.

Personal Development Forum welcomes a new blogger, Eartha, of Trying Fitness. In this first article Eartha gives some timely advice on getting into shape for summer.

I discuss the inner voice that Dr. Michael Beckwith heard that cautioned him to sell his stocks in September 2007, as reported on CNN.

Dr. Margaret Paul examines the questions: Which comes first? Happiness or financial success?

Danielle La Porte writes on the importance of accepting people for who they are and not who we would have them be.

Shamou argues that the quality of our life depends on how we view and interpret things.

A new article for my blog in which I examine Japanese death poetry and the lessons that can be learned from it.

Sara Ackrill talks about her revelation from listening to her own thoughts and encourages you to do the same.

David Samuel presents the cornerstone of his personal philosphy: have no regrets, look forward.

Brian Tracy with a great article on giving the mind time to let knew ideas sink in.

Mac Anderson relates a story on how out attitude and demeanor impact the people around us.

Jonathan Mead on why putting certain things off and not caring about them will bring you closer to your dreams.

Jonathan Mead with an interesting article on being on your own side...not anti-you.

Harvey Mackay with an amusing moral tale of why you should always live and work like your mother is watching.

Jim Rohn returns to list common internal enemies we all face and must overcome on the path of personal development.

Denis Waitley with a well organized explanation of different wealth buckets and how to progress from survival to financial independence.

Dr. Margaret Paul considers the difference between getting love and being loving.

Brian Tracy outlines some simple steps to bring greater happiness into your life.

Bridgette L Collins distinguishes between goals and outcomes as her health and fitness group evaluate their progress thus far this year.

Shamou writes on the importance of integrity for personal and professional success.

Jonathan Mead on how he intends to get out of his cubicle and start living the life he truly wants.

Nadia Ballas-Ruta describes the radio within and begin sensitive to the energy of others.

Jordan briefs us all on the check to be provided to US citizens from the stimulus package in May and examines some ways in which that money may be invested.

Denis Waitley reminds us of the importance of paying the price to achieve success.

Chris Widener details the steps you need to take to meet your date with destiny.

An analysis of opportunities for investors caused by water shortages from Gold World.

Drawing on his childhood baseball experiences, Ron White discusses handling defeat.

Brian Tracy describes how to build the correct momentum to make success inevitable.

Personal Development Forum welcomes another new blogger: NadiaBallas-Ruta. Enjoy her first article!

I am very happy to announce that starting from today Personal Development Forum will be bringing you regular articles from Denis Waitley, one of the leading figures in personal development. Denis has mentored elite US Olympic athletes and Apollo astronauts. Enjoy the first article!

Loral Langemeier talks about the importance of social media for business and success.

Danielle La Porte writes about the importance of having a support group for your greatness.

Jack Canfield writes about the importance of focusing on completing a few things rather than failing to complete a lot of things.

Jonathan Mead warns of the dangers of setting someone else's goals for yourself.

Jordan at Investing Blog highlights some unconventional ways for you to get your dream home.

Charlie Badenhop discusses reflects on important parenting lessons he learned...in a swamp!

I am very happy to announce that Personal Development Forum is now able to present the work of a new author to the blogosphere: Sara Ackrill. Sara has overcome numerous mental problems and is now studying in the field of psychosynthesis (don't worry, I had never heard of it either...) with the aim of becoming a therapist. Her articles provide unique insights into this subject and allow us to learn as she does. Check out her first article below.

Mark Victor Hansen outlines six easy-to-follow steps to build a stronger, pro-success mind.

Jonathan Mead explains why he believes personal growth for the sake of personal growth isn't worth caring about.

Tina Su recounts her childhood and provides a solution to how her negative beliefs about what she deserves have followed her to adulthood.

Danielle La Porte with a nice article on something we so often forget to do: giving compliments.

Loral Langemeier focuses on an important skill for anyone in business: asking for the money.

Swami ZazvatAnanda outlines his theory on the relationship between God, Gods and Humans.

In my latest blog entry I examine why efficiency is so important to a warrior and how this concept can be discovered and applied to all areas of one's life.

Brian Tracy outlines some steps for you to take to create your ideal self and ideal life.

Danielle La Porte asks herself what it is going to take for her to be totally joyful?

Jonathan Mead points out some good reasons why not working out of an office is an attractive thing.

Loral Langemeier (Financial expert on the Dr. Phil Show) focuses on the need to build a strong team to succeed.

Pastor Kevin Gerald talks about some of the different factors that shape your future life.

Jack Canfield looks extensively at visualizing and affirming your desired outcomes.

Swami ZazvatAnanda on how to use astrology to improve your personality and relationships.

Brian Tracy explains how to react when you have too much to do and too little time.

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