Latest "The Power of Choice" Posts
Beliefs, Labels and Writing the Stories of Your Life
The great poet Milton said, “The mind is its own place and it can make a heaven of hell or a hell of heaven.” What a powerful statement and how true it is. The mind is its own place, but it’s important that you understand that your thoughts both emanate from your mind and influence […]
“Empower Radio” Podcast Interview with Cheryl Maloney
Enjoy my recent “Empower Radio” Podcast Interview with host Cheryl Maloney: http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/ssrc_050813_steverizzo.mp3 Steve Rizzo is the Attitude Adjuster. You can’t attend one of his keynote speeches, seminars, or read his books and leave with the same attitude. He’s a personal development expert, motivational business speaker, corporate-comedian and best-selling author. It’s no surprise that […]
How Negative Thinking Can Ruin Your Life
I know a woman, a full-time resident of the negative zone, who saved for years to go on her dream vacation. Once she finally got there, it rained constantly—and her vacation was ruined. Now, it’s important to understand that residing in the negative zone means that no matter what good may come your way, you […]
A Common Sense Strategy for Happiness: Are You Feeding Your Ego or Higher Self?
I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve. Albert Schweitzer Recently I was on a flight from New York to Portland, Oregon. This doesn’t happen too often, but […]
A Success Strategy to Embrace Change
A few years ago I spent four wonderful days at the Four Seasons Hotel in Kona Hawaii, where I had the pleasure of being the keynote speaker for a wonderful group of Top Sales Performers and spouses of a well-known financial group. My job was to give them the tools they need to embrace change […]
Enjoy the Journey or Pay the Price
Here’s something to consider. Let’s say your goal is to become a Vice President of a big company. After many years of intense stress, worry and an avalanche of emotional, mental and physical overload, you finally achieve your goal, along with all the wealth and prestige that comes with it. Is this success? If you […]
Enjoyment: The Spark That Ignites Passion & Enthusiasm
Did you know that studies have shown that those who make conscious choices to enjoy themselves and laugh throughout the day are more creative, productive and resilient to challenging situations? They are also more likely to easily find solutions to complex problems. In other words, focusing on your happiness makes you smarter. How smart are […]
How to Stay Positive during Adverse Times
Anyone can tell you that one key to living a happy, successful life is having a positive attitude, especially during adverse times. I know that sometimes it’s impossible to justify the depth of misfortune we encounter. I know that sometimes it seems impossible to stand tall and be positive when it feels like your world […]
Are You Married To Your Job?
One of the biggest challenges people face in business today is finding a balance between their professional and personal lives. The following story is an example on how easy it is to get caught up in our business affairs and how it can affect other important aspects of our lives. Not too long ago, I […]
What You Think And What You Say Out Loud…Is Who You Become!
Last week I sent you an article entitled “Speak Words That Empower You” Now I invite you to sit back and enjoy my message in action. Remember, whether coming from a positive or negative place, your words inevitably affect your attitude, and thus your situation. The moment you open your mouth to say something, you […]
