Monthly Archives: Juni 2009

Are self-affirmations only for high self-esteem people?

Posted on Juni 23, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

A recent article in Psychological Science (March, 2009) by Dr. Joan Wood and her colleagues from University of Waterloo has stirred up quite a bit of discussion about the value of self-affirmations. People started questioning if we’ve been all wrong … Continue reading →

Posted in mood, self-affirmation, self-control, self-esteem, stress | 7 Comments

Run beyond the boundaries: Changing the self-limiting beliefs

Posted on Juni 18, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

Last time I suggested that you reflect on the self-limiting beliefs (SLBs) if you would like to make better use of your potential to reach your ideal-self and your dreams. If you have a list of these SLBs that have … Continue reading →

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Are you setting yourself up?

Posted on Juni 12, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

‚“Rabbits have a powerful notion of their territory. They stay inside the self-proclaimed boundaries no matter what. Even if a coyote chases them to the brink of their known land, and escape is in sight, they will turn around and … Continue reading →

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Why do some decisions feel better than others – that is, independent of the outcome?

Posted on Juni 04, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

In an earlier post I wrote about different ways/orientations to set goals and regulate behavior – prevention and promotion focus: First one referring to a focus on absence of negatives, and the latter one to achieving positive things. If you … Continue reading →

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