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Lying to yourself.

Do you lie to yourself? Can you tell, at any level, if you are deceiving yourself? This is a fascinating broadcast that forces you to question yourself in an uncomfortable way. Have a listen, and then squirm a little. We've used many of the techniques you hear here, in a surprisingly effective manner. Listen to the broadcast and let us know what you think.
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How are you identifying yourself? Many clients come to us for help with self image and issues of self confidence. All too many times we see a disturbing common trait in the way they present themselves. Often their email address will contain a phrase or expression that is self limiting, or diminishes themselves somehow. It sounds so obvious, however the email address 'wornoutanddisinterested@hotmail.com' is likely create a poor image of the sender right from the start. And yet, we see these things regularly. That example is fictitious, by the way, but mild compared to some we see. Labels such as an email address or a Skype ID are often chosen with a view of creating a humorous impression. The trouble is, after two or three dozen emails, the joke has worn thin to the point of non existence - and you are still stuck with that label. These optimistic attempts at humor, however, often speak of a hidden truth. We sometimes say the most painful truths with a dismissive laugh and a sh...