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		<title>How to Be More Patient</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:20:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathi MacNaughton</dc:creator>
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</script></div><p>Are you looking for help in how to be more patient in your life? If so, you&#8217;re not alone! Most of us struggle with impatience at some time or other. We live in a world in which messages can be sent around the world in seconds, in which it seems like everything is available for immediate purchase with only a few clicks of the mouse, it&#8217;s hard not to always expect instant gratification.</p>
<p>But learning how to be patient is a valuable life skill. You can&#8217;t always get what you want, just when you want it. Sometimes it takes a long time or a lot of effort to get where you want to go. They say, &#8220;Patience is a virtue&#8230;&#8221;, and it&#8217;s true. You&#8217;ll actually get further in life by learning how to be more patient, than you will by acting in an impatient manner.</p>
<p>Here are a few steps you can take towards being more patient:</p>
<ul>
<li>Remember that each of us is different, but equally OK</li>
<li>Help others learn how to do things better</li>
<li>Focus on acting, rather than re-acting</li>
<li>Learn to count to 10 before making a move or opening your mouth</li>
<li>Look at things from someone else&#8217;s point of view</li>
</ul>
<p>Learn more about each of the steps above in how to be more patient by reading our article, <a href="http://www.self-improvement-central.com/information/simple-ways-to-develop-more-patience/">Simple Ways to Develop More Patience</a></p>
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		<title>How to Live a Fulfilling Life of Purpose</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:44:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathi MacNaughton</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Finding your purpose in life isn&#8217;t always easy, but it IS necessary if you want to have spiritual meaning in your life. For most of us who are still searching for answers, the best option is to live life to its fullest, with zest and vigor. Here’s how you can start enjoying the search for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Finding your purpose in life isn&#8217;t always easy, but it IS necessary if you want to have spiritual meaning in your life. For most of us who are still searching for answers, the best option is to live life to its fullest, with zest and vigor. Here’s how you can start enjoying the search for your purpose in life&#8230;</p>
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<li>Embrace change</li>
<li>Focus on having fun</li>
<li>Be open to opportunities</li>
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<p>Only one thing on earth is permanent, and that thing is change. Everything keeps on changing as time goes by. Since risks are identified with change, everything is at risk most of the time. Instead of being a passenger of change, why not take the driver’s seat to effect change the way you want it to be. Take responsibility in your own actions.</p>
<p>To learn more about how to enjoy and live it to the fullest, see <a href="http://www.self-improvement-central.com/information/life-is-a-journey-so-live-life-on-purpose/">Life Is a Journey&#8230; So Live Life to the Fullest</a></p>
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		<title>Increase Your Happiness</title>
		<link>http://www.self-improvement-central.com/2009/11/05/the-secrets-to-being-happy/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:26:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathi MacNaughton</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Being happy is nothing more than an attitude. We choose to be happy. Find out how you can use these secrets to developing an attitude of happiness. Don&#8217;t worry&#8230; be happy&#8230; Living a happy, resilient and optimistic life feels wonderful, and is also good for your health. Being happy actually protects you from the stresses [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Being happy is nothing more than an attitude. We choose to be happy. Find out how you can use these secrets to developing an attitude of happiness. Don&#8217;t worry&#8230; be happy&#8230; Living a happy, resilient and optimistic life feels wonderful, and is also good for your health. Being happy actually protects you from the stresses of life.</p>
<p>Being happy is relatively easy&#8230; just decide to be a happy person. So what are the secrets to being happy? Well, start here&#8230;</p>
<ul>
<li>Develop a social network you can rely on</li>
<li>Cultivate an attitude of gratitude</li>
<li>Filter out the bad news in your life</li>
<li>Develop your spirituality</li>
<li>Practice effective time management</li>
<li>Laugh often and long</li>
<li>Share your feelings</li>
<li>Work hard</li>
<li>Work your brain</li>
<li>Be physically active</li>
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<p>For more details on how to do all of the above, see <a href="http://www.self-improvement-central.com/information/the-secrets-to-being-happy/">The Secrets to Being Happy</a></p>
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		<title>Your Self Improvement Journey Begins Here</title>
		<link>http://www.self-improvement-central.com/2009/11/04/welcome-to-self-improvement-central/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:41:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathi MacNaughton</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[self growth]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[self improvement]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[You&#8217;ve arrived at this site because you want to improve YOU, right? Well, great, because I&#8217;m here to help you! I am a self-improvement junkie. I read self help books all the time, have taken self help seminars and I regularly haunt self improvement websites. I am dedicated to self growth and I&#8217;m guessing you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You&#8217;ve arrived at this site because you want to improve YOU, right? Well, great, because I&#8217;m here to help you! I am a self-improvement junkie. I read self help books all the time, have taken self help seminars and I regularly haunt self improvement websites. I am dedicated to self growth and I&#8217;m guessing you may be too. Or at least that you want to get there.</p>
<p>I built this site to provide you with tips and advice on self improvement topics and to share my reviews of other self help websites, products and services. I hope you enjoy it. Stay tuned for more great stuff!</p>
<p>To our growth,<br />
Kathi</p>
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