I received an email from a reader who wanted to know how it is possible to have a highly developed level of self-esteem without becoming, or seeming to be, egotistical. The very question shows that our cultural brainwashing works to limit one's belief in one's self and self worth. Being egotistical is seen to be a negative thing and, by inference, those with extra high levels of self-esteem are taken to be egotistical; therefore bad.

It started out as a windy, rainy day. A tropical wave was moving through our area of the planet. It seemed like a planned beach barbeque was going to be washed out.

Have you ever dreaded an upcoming presentation, meeting or function because you just knew that the group would be hostile? Maybe you had heard that these people are very critical, even aggressive.

You have probably noticed those people at work, school, and in your daily life that always appear to be self confident and on top of world.

During a Messenger chat session the other day, I asked a fellow how his day was going. "S.S.D.D.", was his response. 'What do you mean', I asked.

If you know that your thoughts creates your reality picture, then you can know what your future holds by examining your thought processes.

I am sure you have noticed that some people believe in the oddest things. Have you looked at your own beliefs lately?