http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730 The latest quality free reprint articles from Maurine Patten at SubmitYOURArticle.com Sat, 28 Nov 2009 10:00:59 +0000 Information from over ten years of research in the areas of Positive Psychology and Positive Organizational Psychology are being used in businesses and organizations to create Strategic Optimism. Moods and emotions are contagious They impact leadership, job performance, decision making, creativity, turnover, teamwork and negotiations. The kind of optimism that is most beneficial for leaders is referred to as Strategic Optimism. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Leadership-75259.php Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:55:12 +0000 Are you ready to achieve a life worth living? Individuals want many things. That does not mean they will be motivated to do what needs to be done to achieve what they want. Discover how you can know if you are ready to do something. By listening for six words you and others use, you will gain the information you need to know how important something is to you and if you are really ready to say "yes" to moving forward with a plan. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Meaning-70682.php Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:01:20 +0000 Motivation and action are important at every stage of life. However, there are times you may not feel motivated and do not take action on a project. There are many reasons people procrastinate and why it can be difficult to start something. In spite of these reasons, it is possible to take action by following these two tips. Use this information to help you begin working on the task, and stop listening to the negative voice in your head. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/procrastination-67564.php Sun, 20 Sep 2009 02:23:37 +0000 There are 3 areas in Emotional Intelligence that could be called Social Radar because they make you more socially aware. Social Awareness is needed to be effective in your professional and personal life. Increasing your ability in these 3 areas means developing a deep understanding of another's needs and goals. Discover ways to improve your Social Radar which will increase trust and loyalty and your professional and personal effectiveness. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Emotional-Intelligence-66592.php Tue, 08 Sep 2009 06:42:45 +0000 You might think of Self-Awareness as setting the stage for your life. There are three areas in the Self-Awareness domain of Emotional Intelligence: Emotional Self-Awareness, Accurate Self-Assessment and Self-Confidence. Steps are given to increase Self-Awareness. This is worth the effort as it establishes the foundation upon which to build relationships and handle the challenges in your personal and professional life. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Emotional-Intelligence-62065.php Wed, 08 Jul 2009 23:30:40 +0000 Life is a struggle for many people. Whenever you have an expectation or hope that is not realized, you feel some level of disappointment or sadness. How you think about the situation will have a lot to do with the feelings you have and how you choose to act or behave. Discover the 3 steps that will help you successfully handle major and smaller disappointments or adversities as you embrace the opportunities ahead. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Disappointments-60220.php Mon, 15 Jun 2009 03:49:49 +0000 Discover what the character strength "Curiosity" can do for your life. Positive Psychology defines curiosity as the "recognition, pursuit, and regulation of one's experience in response to challenging opportunities". Everyone is curious to some degree. Todd Kashadan's book, "Curious?" explores how curiosity can be an effective way to manage anxiety and conflict. Learn how to practice being curious to increase your fulfillment in life. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Curious-57511.php Sat, 09 May 2009 19:20:48 +0000 For many parents, the teen years are challenging There are both developmental and physilogical reasons family life may become more stressful. There are also some things you can do that are helpful. Understand and find a balance between the two functions of parenting. Discover how to handle the dilemna of nagging about or ignoring problems. Learn how using Appreciative Inquiry can help communication so you can be the parent you want to be. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Parenting-teens-55622.php Sun, 12 Apr 2009 21:31:16 +0000 Many have been affected by the downward spiral of our country's financial sector during the last year. Our world is changing. We are in a transition. Perhaps it is time to look at life as it if were a marathon race - not a sprint. Understanding the stages in the process of a transition and what you can do helps you be more prepared and resilient. Discover what you can do to successfully participate in the marathon. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Transition-52965.php Mon, 02 Mar 2009 15:12:32 +0000 Change is all around us. It affects your budget, work environment, your social and personal life. Sometimes change means changing habits. This requires self-awareness, effort and perseverance. When you have a choice about the change, it can generate positive feelings. This is true when you clearly see the benefits. When there is no choice, you might feel anxious, afraid, or depressed. Discover 5 secrets to make change positive. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Maurine-Patten-1730/Change-51352.php Sat, 07 Feb 2009 15:29:30 +0000