Self-Improvement covers a wide range of ideas and interests. We have broken them down into the following 26 categories: Biofeedback, Brain-Enhancement, Brainwave Entrainment, Career, Consciousness Expansion, Creativity, Goal Setting & Motivation, Health & Nutrition, Hypnosis, Intelligence (IQ) Tests, Journal Writing, Lucid Dreaming, Memory, Mind Gadgets, Mind-Mapping, Personal Growth & Development, Personality Analysis, Productivity, Relationships, Self-Help, Self-Programming, Speed Reading, Stress-Reduction, Subliminal Messaging, Time Management AND Writing Tools.

We asked our editors to choose the best features and technologies in each of these areas. The results is the following guide listing our categories in alphabetical order. So here is our new version of the guide...

*** BIOFEEDBACK

1) Introducing Healing Rhythms -- The Innovative New Biofeedback Technology from the Wild Divine Project! -- Updated with Free Shipping Coupon

If you've been holding out on trying the Wild Divine Biofeedback System, now might be a good time to give into your urge to take the plunge into the shimmering biofeedback pool on your monitor. The folks at the Wild Divine Project have just released a special "limited-edition" bonus CD which goes with their best selling The Passage biofeedback game and mind trainer.

When you buy the Wild Divine Biofeedback System which comes with the Passage, they will ship you the Bonus CD at no extra charge. The Bonus CD includes a lot of extras for Wild Divine fans. (Keep reading at this link)

2) The ThoughtStream Biofeedback System with Mind Games -- Special Sale

ThoughStream Biofeedback is a sophisticated GSR biofeedback system that interfaces with your PC to turn the process of biofeedback self-control into a fun game. You can find out how to buy one by going here.

According to biofeedback experts at Mind Modulations, "The ThoughtStream is the world's first complete personal biofeedback training system. Biofeedback allows you to see, feel or hear mind/body processes that we normally aren't consciously aware of or able to voluntarily control. It has long been accepted as one of the most effective tools available for stress control and other personal growth benefits. In the past, biofeedback was something only available by visiting a professional with hourly rates or by purchasing very expensive clinical models." (Read more at this link)

3) Journey to Wild Divine Featuring Complete Bundle -- Both Software Games -- The Passage, Wisdom Quest Plus Biofeedback Hardware

Over the holidays I was playing (or maybe we should call it meditation training) with Wisdom Quest, the newest biofeedback game from the people at Wild Divine Project. So I took a peek at their site and they finally got smart and are offering their original package which includes the first game The Passage and the biofeedback hardware that interfaces between your thoughts and body states and the game display along with game two, (Continue reading at this link)

4) Calm Your Mind & Relax Your Body with StressEraser Wearable Biofeedback

StressEraser is a wearable biofeedback device relax your body and calm your mind by guiding you to change your breathing and your focus.

When you want to relax you start by inserting your left index finger into StressEaraser.. This deceptively small device then decodes and produces a visualization that represents the influence of the stimulating & pacifying nerves.

The activity of the stimulating nerves is displayed using triangle symbols (representing the mind), while the activity of the pacifying nerves is displayed using square symbols ... Keep reading at this link

5) CalmLink Relaxation Software Works With the GSR-II System (A Biofeedback Mouse)

This gadget which looks like a computer mouse with two chromium finger- sized dents is actually a GSR biofeedack "mouse" that measures changes to the electrical conductivity of your skin.( (Learn more at this link)

*** BRAIN-ENHANCEMENT

1) MindFit: New Software Systematically Trains Your Brain for Increased Mental Vitality

A great new brain-fitness program has just been released! MindFit software turns your PC into a "fitness room" for you brain. With just 20 minutes of day 3 times a week, you will experience increased mental vitality and enhanced abilities in many areas of thinking.

Mindfit begins by measuring your mental abilities on a wide range of important cognitive skills. Using the results as a baseline, the program creates a personalized training program designed to increase your brain power. Read
more at this link

2) BrainBuilder 3.0 for Windows and Mac: Neurobic Software That Builds Brain Power!

BrainBuilder Version 3.0 is a proven software tool for building brain power. This is a member of  the group of programs called "neurobic" software. The term playfully comparing this brain exercise program to aerobic exercise but with the "neuro" short for neuron.

This neurobic computer-based training program is from the up and coming UK company, Advanced Brain Technologies  and is designed to assess and build auditory and visual sequential processing abilities. (Read more at this link)

3) Brain Enhancement CD Uses New Entrainment Technology to Boost the Faster Brain Waves Of Learning, Attention & Mental Sharpness

The Brain Enhancement CD from Transparent Corporation uses brainwave entrainment to facilitate the faster brainwaves of learning, attention and mental sharpness. The CD is recommended for use while studying, reading or performing any activity that can benefit from increased concentration and mental clarity.  (Keep reading at this link)

4) Brain Trainer --Portable Mind Exercise Tool

This portable brain training device is called Brain Trainer made in the UK by Spin Maker LTD.

The Brain Trainer was developed in Japan by neuroscientist Dr. Ryuta Kawashima the Brain Trainer is a-sized state-of-the-art module that enhances your memory and mind capacity with 4  metal workouts programs included.

The Brain Trainer tests speed, accuracy and memory and gives you feedback on your performance at 5 levels, your progress is stored so it can be monitored over up to a 12 month period. Better still, it’s a stand-alone unit and doesn’t need any software. (Find out more at the following link )

5) Dr. Andrew Weil's The Healthy Brain Kit

We have featured research on the Mindware Forum which show that our brain's will work better with the regular exercises.  UCLA's Dr. Gary's research has extended these findings and shows that you  can boost memory, sharpen concentration, enhance verbal fluency, and more— in less than two weeks!

Dr. Small has teamed up with Internationally renowned holistic physician Dr. Andrew Weil to produce the Healthy Brain Kit. (Keep reading at this link)

6) Mind Age for the Nintendo DS: Incredible 'Brain-Training' Craze in Japan Moves Across Ocean to the US

Brain Age, a Nintendo game sensation in Japan is about to make its ways to US. The game is a series of mental stimulators, collectively known as "Brain Training," developed by Nintendo in conjunction with Japanese Neurosientist Ryuta Kawashima.

According to the GameSpy article the reaction in Japan to Brain Age was amazing: "The really crazy thing, though, is how the Brain Training software seems to appeal to a broad swath of the population, much of which doesn't normally play games. A few weeks ago we saw grandmas and grandpas lining up in the early morning cold to snag DS Lites -- has Nintendo created a whole new demographic of hardcore gamers." (Keep reading at this link)

*** BRAINWAVE ENTRAINMENT

1) Mind Stereo 1.0 Enhances All Your Media With Brain Entraining Mind- Transforming Sounds & Images

Great news from Transparent Corporation -- the developers of Neuroprogrammer 2 have released a new Windows software program called Mind Stereo. Mind Stereo is a fully functional media center for the mind. With it you can turn all the sounds on your computer as well as Internet radio into brain-entraining music and mesmerizing visualizations  (Keep reading at this link)

2) Binaural Beat Software Author Creates New Series of Powerful CDs

Bradley Thompson, inventor of the highly regarded Subliminal Studio which allows you to create your own binaural CDs   is now publishing a series of CDs using binaural beat technology for specific purposes.  (Keep reading)

3) Brain Sound Studio Software Lets You Create Customized Sounds That Put Your Brain In Sync

Brain Sound Studio is software that allows you to convert any sound file, mp3s for example, into a carrier for brain entrainment. Brain entrainment sounds can put your brainwaves into sync with specifically programmed rhythms for a variety of purposes. (Visit here for more info)

4) Turn Your PC into a Mind Machine with Brainwave PhotoStim Deluxe Software -- Instant Download

Have you wanted a mind-machine but not ready to spend a hundred to two hundred dollars or more to get one? Now you can turn your computer into a light-sound brainwave entrainment mind machine with Brainwave PhotoStim software for less than twenty bucks! (Visit this link to find out more and download the software)

*** CAREER

1) Find Our If Your Have What It Takes to Lead -- The Leadership Test

Can you be a successful entrapreanur, a business strategist or a good manager of people?  Now you can find out what if you have what it takes to lead

This professionally certified test, the Mind Media Online Leadership Test allows you to take an assessment of the major points of your management style as well as identify the situations where you feel the most at ease.

The Leadership Test was created by a team of Human Resource consultants and is statitically validated.Take this test to obtain accurate information concerning your potential as a manager, entrepreneur, or executive in an organization, You will receive a complete description of your personality profile in a supervising and decision-making context. (Visit this link for more info and to take the test)

2) Free Career Test at LiveCareer

LiveCareer offers you a free professional career test by Sigma Assessment Systems which has been developing psychological career tests since 1967! Their test identifies your career interests and then tells you what jobs are out there for you. Uncover the tasks, experience, education and training needed for your next career move. It?s an essential tool to make tough career decisions and find careers you might not otherwise explore. (read more at this link)

2) Four Psychologial Testing Software Programs from Core Learning

 Core Learning is a company known for its quality educational software. However their newest product is not only  excellent training for young learners but also suitable for the brain-enhancement enthusiasts who read the Mindware forum.

Core Learning's Psychometric Testing Series includes four titles, each focusing on a different but complimentary area of brain power. Each of these programs offers an opportunity to practice and learn the analytical skills for the kind of tests used for college and professional school entrance exams and used by employers for job applications. (More information here)

*** CREATIVITY

1) New FlashBrainer eTool Software Generates Breakthrough Ideas in a Flash!

The folks at SolutionPeople have developed a new software program that turbocharges your creativity. It's called FlashBrainer eTool. Some people compare it to a search engine for the brain. Here is what the software does and how it does it.

FlashBrainer trains your brain to use proven innovation and creativity techniques and processes. This new eTool contains thousands of words and images strategically organized on hundreds of color-coded cards that can be “Flashed” to stimulate ideas, cultivate creativity and inspire innovation. It includes all the content of the award-winning KnowBrainer tool with additional questions and unique music to inspire thinking. (Read the rest of this story at this link)

2) Access New Ideas, Creativity and Heightened Imagination

Brain Expression  is a specially crafted brain entrainment audio CD designed to activate the brain frequencies most associated with new ideas, and creativity. The CD uses brainwave entrainment to create a state of intense creative focus, or what some might call a creative "zone", where you not only have access to a greater range of ideas, but also have the focus and energy to put those ideas into action. (For the full story go to this link)

3) Boost Your Creativity by Thinking 'In Riddles' Word Juxtapoz

Can speaking in riddles make you more creative?  Will thinking in cyphers send your IQ to new heights? Find out by visiting Word Juxtapoz throughly his link! This is how the site describes Word Juxtapoz:

This is a revolutionary new way to communicate. A new language. A new approach to thinking. Called Word Juxtapoz®, this provocative art form has been described as creative, artistic, genius, refreshing, mind-blowing, out-of-the-box, out-of-this-world; or simply "Wow!".  (Read more)

*** CONSCIOUSNESS EXPANSION

1) Beyond Being: Altered States Collection from Transparent Corp

The good folks at Transparent Corp who make the best neuroprogramming software on the planet have introduced a line of audio CD collections. Each CD collection is focused on a specific area in which Transparent Corp's technologies can be useful. I've been listening to a set of these CDs called Beyond Being Altered States Collection from Transparent Corp.

According to the developers, Beyond Being collection stimulates brain wave patterns at which spiritual, paranormal, transformational and other altered states are most commonly reported. Based on decades of research, the Beyond Being collection uses sound patterns to affect your neural rhythms and reproduce these complex patterns in your brain. (Read the rest of this story at this link)

2) "AV3X - The Innerscape Adventure" Digital Meditation DVD Turns Your TV Into a Brain Machine! Now With Free Video

AV3X is the brainwave technology that is a complete sensory experience. When you have something that stimulates you with Sound AND Light, you can release stress, access deep states of consciousness or simply have an extraordinarily pleasurable experience. And…as a result of using sound AND light to over flood the short-term memory aspect of your brain, watching AV3X becomes an experience that never gets old no matter how many times you watch it because it’s impossible for the brain to remember everything that you’ve watched. This gives the illusion of a new film every time you sit down to watch it.  (For more information)

3) Centerpointe's Powerful Holosync Audio Technology Now Available on Free CD

It was back in June that I first wrote about Centerpointe in a post that briefly introduced you to their technology and mentioned their free MP3 download (you folks love free downloads). Well Centerpointe has gone a bit farther by offering an entire free CD -- a $29.95 value to everyone who visits their website from the Mindware Forum. (Get your free CD with info at this link)

4) The Zapper an MP3 Download: Theta Waves & A Pulse To Induce A Deep Altered State of Consciousness

According to "The Zapper" developer Dick Sutphen: The Zapper "knocked out" over 500 professional hypnotists at the American Board of Hypnotherapy convention. They couldn't believe how effective it was. "My eyes started to REM about 10 seconds after you put it on," said one hypnotist. (Eye-REM indicates deep trance.)  (Get the entire story here)

5) Just Released! Tom Kenyon’s “BioPulse™” Technology CD The Ultimate Brain -- Free Sample

Tom Kenyon has spent the last twenty years studying and experimenting with harmonics and frequencies that can make positive changes in our brains. His long anticipated The Ultimate brain has just been released! (More at this link)

*** GOAL SETTING & MOTIVATION

1) Goal Pro Version Six Released

The people who publish GoalPro 6.0 call it "The most effective success- management application available" and the funny thing is -they may be right! I've been working on a special feature article covering my personal search trying to find the perfect program or combination of programs to accomplish the increasingly difficult task of managing my personal information (Keep Reading at this link)

2) ThinkTQ Asks "Are You Serious About Self Improvement?" So Take Their No-Cost Test and Get $120 Workshop Free

ThinkTQ, Inc. is becoming a big player in the online world of personal and professional assessment and training.. According to the people at ThinkTQ, "The Power of TQ" is the only system in the world that can tell you exactly what you need to do different—right now—to immediately produce greater results.'

"The Power of TQ" Program completes what books like 7 Habits... Unlimited Power.... One Minute Manager and In Search of Excellence only started. Power of TQ adds an entirely new dimension to this body of work—a new perspective on how to quickly produce superior results (Get the full story at this link)

3) Make 2007 Your Year with Achieve-IT! Windows Goal Setting Software

According to personal development experts, 97% of people who set goals fail to achieve them. At the beiginning of the year when many of us make resolutions, that statistic is discouraging. But you might ask what the other 3% do to guarantee their success?

The latest answer to that question is Achieve-It Software for Windows. Achieve=It promises to clear the stress of money worries, wipe out debt and free your time for inner peace! (Find our more and download the a free trial here)

4) New Single-Step Software Helps You Realize Your Goals By Learning What Motivates You

Single-Step Goal Setting Software is different. There is a amazing integration between the software and the Single-Step website which neither the other top goal-setting software, Franklin PlanPlus or GoalPro has achieved. The site is introduced with this quotation from a great Chinese philosopher and sage: "A journey of a thousand leagues starts with the first step." (read the full story at this link)

5) Steven Covey Discovers an "8th Habit"

Steven Covey, author of the uber-best-seller The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and founder of the FranklinCovey franchise has found an 8th habit. What is it? (Find out at the this link)

6) Got Goals? Go GoalsGuy!

According to the GoalGuy, some of the best opportunities in life are the ones we create. The GoalsGuy provides for you the opportunity to create a focused, goal-directed life and business culture. (Get more info at this link)

*** HEALTH & NUTRITION

1) Ready to Lose Weight Permanently? Let SlimMind Windows Software Show You How!

According to Norman Hallett, President of Subconscious Training Corporation, all you have to do is let SlimMind Software run itself for 9 minutes, 3 times a week and say goodbye to fad diets, handfuls of pills and crazy snake oil schemes.

Developed in collaboration with the noted training coach, Dr. Blair Whitmarsh, SlimMind Software helps you peel away your psychological barriers to losing weight, helping you shed unwanted pounds without the usual mental anguish. (Continue reading at this link)

2) Weight-Loss Goes Digital with DietMate

Looking something like a GameBoy turned on its side, DietMate is a convenient, hand-held computer that guides you through a proven program of weight loss, cholesterol reduction, and hypertension control.The hand-held health computer is made by Personal Improvement Computer Systems (PICS) which also makes two other tiny computerized mindgadgets ... (Find out more at the following link)

*** HYPNOSIS

1) Astonishingly Effective Hypnosis Programs -- Updated

Here's a site filled with programs for self-hypnosis called HypnonisDownloads.com. The programs cover a wide variety of topics and problem areas. I downloaded and used the program on procrastination found it surprisingly effective. New downloads have just been added . .. (Continue reading at this link)

2) Download: Hypno-Doctor Software Combines Hypnosis, NLP, Brain Entrainment & Subliminal Technologies  -- Full Featured No-Time Limits Version 1.07 Now Free!

Hypno-Doctor is a new software program for Windows that has a lot going for it. The program combines four subliminal technologies to provide immersive hypnotherapy.

Hypno-Doctor 1.07 --  " the Gold Standard of Subliminal Software" --is now available for free. This is a completely functioning version of this premium program, filled with rich features including subliminal messaging and masking. There are no time limitations or crippled features! (Get the full story at this link)

3) Hypnosis Network's Free 30-Minute Powerful, Professional Hypnotic Relaxation Audio MP3 Download

Hypnosis is a powerful tool for mind and habit change. As I study the various online hypnosis websites, Hypnosis Network increasingly stands out to me as at least a cut above the others. Perhaps the most important difference is their use of trained psychologists rather than self-taught hypnotherapists found elsewhere.

Another outstanding feature of Hypnosis Network programs are each is done by a different expert in the particular field, and they are in-depth. The titles cover most of the major practical uses of hypnosis, including alleviating a variety of pains and anxieties, stopping addictions, developing a more positive attitude and becoming more productive... (Read the full story at this link)

*** INTELLIGENCE (IQ) TESTS

1) Try a Free Professionally Certified IQ Test Online! Updated

Mind Media Life-Enhancement Network has teamed up with Central Test, the leader in online psychometric testing to bring you a series of professional level tests which you can take in the comfort of your home or office on any computer. Unlike many of the free tests which we have offered our visitors, these tests can be used be used by human resource departments and psychologists as well as the home user interested in understanding themselves.  (Get more information and take the test)

*** JOURNAL WRITING

1) Record and Explore Your Life with The Journal v4.1 For Windows Software --- New Version Trial Download

Keeping a diary or journal can be a personal growth path. One of the best experiences I ever had was taking the Pragoff Intensive Journal Workshop which involves participation in a retreat with a leader who directs you in the journal writing process.

I have talked to the Pragoff people about developing software for journal keeping but they feel that they should confine their work to seminars. The best journal software I have found is The Journal for Windows by DavidM Software (Please visit this link for more)

*** LUCID DREAMING

1) Learn to Control Your Dreams in 7 Days! -- The Lucid Dreaming Kit

Each of us spends 1/3 of our entire lives sleeping! That comes out to more than 121 days a year, over 24 years in an average lifetime ... asleep. This sounds like a lot of wasted time ... but that does not have to be the case. Those hours spent asleep can provide each of us with a tremendous opportunity if used properly.

Bradley Thompson of the software development company WWCL has developed the Ultimate Lucid Dreaming Kit which GUARANTEES to teach you to take control of your dreams and have full-scale lucid dreams in 7 Days or less! Find out more
by visiting this link.

2) Dreamwalk The Complete Conscious (Lucid) Dreaming Program from Awakened Minds

Dreamwalk by Awakened Minds is an exciting new program designed to help you learn how to become consciously aware during your dreams, how to remain lucid throughout the dream, and how to apply the practice of conscious dreaming for personal growth and improvement. (read the rest at the following link)

*** MEMORY

1) Test and Improve your Memory Now In DVD Box Edition

Test and Improve your Memory: Special DVD Boxed Edition is according to its developers, "a personal trainer for the mind." There are 12 different interactive exercises and levels of challenge increase as your memory gets better.

Engage, challenge, and train your memory as it is a crucial area of the brain that is important to your life. Scientifically-based memory games test your logic, language, and attention skills. Monitor your mental workout and track your progress -- watch as you become more creative and confident. Three modes of play provide better training flexibility, while coaching tools give you feedback and improve your performance. (Continue reading at this link)

2) Memory Optimizer Uses "Brain Friendly" Techniques of Noted German Memory Expert

Unlike other memory courses and techniques circulating on the Internet, the Memory Optimizer is not solely based on memorization using "associations" or "pegs.". While they can work they are usually tedious. Memory Optimizer is different.because it teaches you to use your memory more effectively. How?

The course uses "brain-friendly" techniques and tricks  along with the wise guidance of the noted memory expert who developed them. (Find out more)

3) Take A Free Learning Skills Test and Find Out Why Memlectics Means Accelerated Learning!

Memletics is dedicated to high performance learning. The Memletics Accelerated Learning System was  created by the Memletics Project. Sean and Kris Whiteley are the key people behind Memletics, and it's supported by many others  (Find out more)

*** MIND GADGETS

1) QuittKey Smoking Cessation Computer May Be the Help You Need to Quit!

While doing some research on new ways to quit smoking, I came article across an article about research using a tiny gadget that fits in the palm of your hand yet promises to help break one of the most difficult to stop addictions out there -- smoking! According to the article linked above, Associate Professor Monica Scheibmeir at KU Medical School conducted a study into ways which women could quit smoking permanently.

The study used "QuitKeyT a small device, which resembles an automobile keyless remote." The computer in the little gadget monitors your smoking habits over a week and then ... (Read on)

2) SleepKey Insomnia Treatment Hand-held Computer Might Be Your Key To A Good Night's Sleep

According to the folks at PICS, Inc who developed this hand-held computer insomnia treatment: SleepKey is a small hand-held computer that uses cognitive behavioral therapy in a self-help format to treat insomnia.SleepKey is scientifically based and its development was funded in part with grants from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health. SleepKey works in three stages: (More at this link) 3) The emWave Personal Stress Reliever Teaches The Art of Relaxation!

The emWave is a portable unit that features colorful LED displays, audio feedback, the emWave breathing pacer and an instructional stress relief technique on how to generate positive emotions will improve your coherence level, sharpening your ability to reduce stress and increase vitality, mental clarity and emotional balance.

The emWave Personal Stress Reliever also comes with the Coherence Coach CD, an entertaining stress relief software application that teaches HeartMath's Quick Coherence technique for stress relief and increasing performance. Step-by-step, through narration, animations and music, the Coherence Coach gives you the stress relief training to increase coherence levels while using your emWave. It is an attractive palm sized unit that is available in silver or metallic blue. (Get the rest of this feature at this link )

 *** MIND-MAPPING

1) ConceptDraw MINDMAP Software v4 Powerful Mind-Mapping Tool for Windows & Macintosh -- Free Windows 30 Day Trial

If you're seeking a powerful yet easy-to-use mind mapping program that also offers other useful tools for drawing and brainstorming, then ConceptDraw MINDMAP Pro 4 is for you.  (More information)

2) MindGenius Provides an Easier Way of Mind Mapping

People have been asking me which mind mapping program I use and recommend. MindGenius is a program which I discovered recently. It has replaced MindManager as my favorite mind mapping program. Why? The answer is simple: its easier to use! (Read the full review at this link)

*** PERSONAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

1) Discover the Source of Your Inner Power

Think Right Now! says that they can teach you the secret to controlling the one thing that means more to your accomplishments and happiness than anything else... your mood (state of mind). According to the man who started the Instant Power Program, Mike Brescia the major difference between the most accomplished, happiest, most powerful people and everyone else is that the successful people in all areas of life can summon the most suitable states of mind on command. (Continue reading at this link)

2) Awakening Prologue Features Holosync Audio Technology

Last October I posted "Centerpointe's Powerful Holosync Audio Technology Now Available on Free CD" describing the techniques developed in 1989 and perfected through research since then by the Centerpointe Institute.

Centerpointe Director Bill Harris has now made available Awakening Prologue. Here is how he describes this new program. (Keep reading at this link)

3) Personal Development TV Channel TSTN Free 14 Day Trial & 5 Free Downloads!

In a June post, "TSTN: An IPTV Television Network for Success and Achievement", I wrote that the long-time dream of a self-improvement and personal development TV channel has finally coming true with the launch of TSTN.

The past two months have seen the success channel move into high gear. The folks at TSTN are offering those of you who visit TSTN through this Mindware Forum a 14 Day Free Trial and 5 bonus MP3 downloads. (Visit TSTN through this link)

4) Put Yourself on a New Path With The Sedona Method -- A Proven, Powerful Self-Improvement Technique -- Free CD and DVD

According to founder Lester Levenson, "the Sedona Method can allow you to effortlessly release limiting thoughts and feelings that have plagued you for years -- even the very first time you use the program." He has some real-world research to back him up.

Research on the Sedona Method was conducted by Dr. Richard J. Davidson of the State University of New York in collaboration with Dr. David C. McClelland of Harvard University. Dr. Davidson has been associated with some of the best research in the field of stress reduction, and Dr. McClelland is an internationally known authority.

In addition to stress-reduction, there are a variety of other benefits of the Sedona technique. (You can find out more including receiving a free DVD and CD as well as an E-Course sampler by going to this link)

5) Pioneering Silva Method of Consciousness-Training Comes to the Web -- Download Free Ebook and Audio

Now you can gain remarkable new powers of mind with the pioneering Silva Method of mind-training has arrived on the web. Developed by Dr. Jose Silva in 1966 after over twenty years of studying hypnosis, mediation and the psychology of intuition, the Silva Method has proven remarkably successful (keep reading at this link)

*** PERSONALITY ANALYSIS

1) Learn the Real Truth About Yourself & Everyone Else With the All New Mind-Prober 3.0 -- Now Available for Instant Download!

Do you wish you understood yourself better?  Are you interested in the meanings of your secret thoughts and dreams? If questions like that intrigue you, get Mind Prober 3.0 the latest version of the best-selling personality analysis software of all time. Instantly understand your own personality as well the hidden parts of others. Gain insight into the inner workings of your mind--and find out more than you ever imagined possible. Now available for instant download! (find out where to download Mind Prober 3.0 at the following link)

2) Mind Media's Online Professional Profile Test will help improve both your personal and professional life!

Whether you are working, currently seeking employment or simply in a difficult phase of your life, taking Mind Media's Professional Profile test is the first step in the right direction for advancing in your career and improving your life's situation. It is the only test of its kind on the web that is based on seven different psychological models giving you the most pertinent thorough analysis available anywhere. This test finely assesses the way that you interact professionally, and also analysis your strengths and weaknesses with respect to a given position." (read more at the link)

*** PRODUCTIVITY

1) Dragon NaturallySpeaking 9 Speech Recognition Software 99% Accurate & No Training Needed! Video

Nuance Communications (formally Scansoft) has released a new version of Dragon Dragon NaturallySpeaking which has been the best speech recognition software for Windows for many years.

What is amazing is that they have improved the accuracy of the software. They say that the new software is 99% accurate! Even more amazing is that the software no longer REQUIRES you to train it by reading selected articles. However, training will increase the accuracy to the 99% mark so it is still in the program and still recommended. (Read the rest here)

2) New 3.1 Version of Nelson Email Organizer Now Free And You Can Download NEO 3.1 Free Here!

Those of you who read Mindware Forum regularly know that I personally use Nelson Email Organizer. I try a lot of programs and a few of them stick with me. Neo is one of those that I use every day along with Microsoft Outlook, the mail program that Neo works so well in combo with.

Like any good program, it has a little learning curve which the people at Neo minimize by providing a wealth of tutorials and learning aids. But once you get the hang of it, Neo can help people like myself who are inundated with email. (read the rest)

*** RELATIONSHIPS

1) EQ Improves All the Relationships in Your LIfe

Mind Media is proud to announce that we have joined with Central Test, the leader in online psychometric testing to bring you a scientifically validated Emotional Intelligence test that will give you insight into your current EQ. But even better than measuring your current EQ, this test will provide you with strategies for improvising your Emotional Intelligence and make all your relationships better (the one with yourself included). (Find out more at this link)

*** SELF-HELP

1) Nathanial Brandon Teaches You to Develop Better Self-Esteem

Nathaniel Branden is a psychotherapist, a corporate consultant, a lecturer, and the author of 20 books, including The Six Pillars of Self Esteem, My Years With Ayn Rand, Taking Responsibility, and The Art of Living Consciously. During the past half century he has done much noteworthy work as a psychotherapist and lecturer, and became a leading spokesman for the self-esteem movement in psychology. (Read more) 

2) Talk With Experienced Psychologists Online -- Live at Kasamba!

I suppose it was only a matter of time before psychologists and other professionals and experts went live on the web. That time has arrived at Kasamba.

Kasamba not only has psychologists but also physicians, lawyers,computer programmer and experts in a variety in a host of other areas: (read more at this link)

*** SELF-PROGRAMMING

1) Neuro-Programmer 2 -- The Best Self-Programming Software Ever Developed Just Got Better -- Updated

The last year and half have shown that Neuro-Programmer from Transparent Corporation -- which I first praised in a review back in August 2004 -- is the best self-programming software ever developed.  Now there is more good news: Neuro-Programmer Version 2.0 with an all-new interface and lots of technical innovations has been released! Some of the benefits of using the Neuro-Programmer that people people have told me about range from managing day-to-day life to the enhancement of a variety of abilities.

Most people live their lives in a constant battle with their own mind and their own behaviors. Many of these problems are so deeply rooted they have existed since childhood.The Neuro-Programmer v2 is an innovative software application for the PC, built to help you achieve rapid and long lasting personal change (keep reading and get free evaluation download at this link)

2) The Easiest And Most Certain Way To Make Lightning Fast Changes In How You Think, Feel & Act

ThinkRightNow! says that they have developed new techniques which can literally condition you for success. It is based on principle that if you think the same thoughts as highly effective, productive, happy people, then you will get exactly the same results as they do. ThinkRightNow! Accelerated Success Conditioning Programs includes audiotapes, books, software and on line seminar literally train you for success. (Find out more at this link)

*** SPEED READING

 1) Read Faster With Better Comprehension -- AceReader Software Shows You How

In these fast paced, information drenched times, it is more important than ever to be read fast and effortlessly. So with all of the blogs and websites that have popped up in the last decade, the potential audience for AceReader Pro speed reading software is enormous.

AceReader Pro enables you to read faster and with better comprehension on the computer and off. In its third major release, this software uses two different state-of-the-art technologies to break you of the bad habits that hold most people back from achieving their full reading potential. (Get more info)

2) Unleash Your Potential With EyeQ Speed Reading and Brain Enhancement Software for Windows & Macintosh

A new technology originally developed in Japan by a world-famous inventor promises to increase you your reading speed by 2 times , 5 times, even 10 times. And all the while gaining better comprehension. The new software is called the Infinite Mind EyeQ Reading Enhancement Program! This program is excellent for all those who read from children age 8 to teens and even adults ... (Continue reading at this link)

2) Launch Your Reading into Orbit with RocketReader -- FREE 2 Week Trial Download

If you are seeking that "competitive edge" that will help you advance in your studies or career, RocketReader award winning software is made for you. Fast and accurate reading is a powerful SUCCESS factor. Valuable, because you can achieve better grades and promotions when you read, comprehend and apply more than others. (Get more information)

3) Process & Understand Large Volumes Of Information Quickly & Efficiently Without Speed Reading Using PhotoReading's Unique Method

Welcome to PhotoReading where Speed, Comprehension, and Enjoyment are just the beginning. PhotoReading's unique way to process and understand large volumes of information quickly and efficiently—without speed reading—wins praise from people wanting to get on top of information. (Find out more)

*** STRESS-REDUCTION

1) Freeze-Framer 2.0 Uses Heart Rhythms to "Transform Stress and Anxiety into Vibrant Energy"

Here is an interesting mindware tool from the an innovative medical company, Heartmath. It uses a variety of biofeedback modalities including a unique one called "heart-rhythm." According to HeartMath, "... the Freeze-Framer will help you transform stress and anxiety into vibrant energy."  (Find out more here)

2) Chill-Out with a Free Download 21 Minute Guided Meditation!

BBC News: "Meditating on a cinema first" Meditainment presents a 21 minute free guided meditation called The Secret Garden. Whether you're new or experienced in meditation, you can expect this to work first time. After a 5 minute breathing exercise, you will follow a story where you imagine relaxing on a hammock in your own Secret Garden  (Get your free download at this link)

3) Awakened Minds Offers Stress-Reduction with Naturally Generated Binaural Beats

After I wrote about relaxing with Brain Sync last week, the people at Awakened Minds called me to tell me about the stress-reducing virtues of Binaural Beats in their Insight Program. You can listen to a sample in either MP3 or Windows Media Formats. In listening to the sample, they say, “Since the CDs require the use of stereo headphones, we recommend listening to the sample via headphones, but it is not required for the purpose of the sample. We recommend keeping the volume at a comfortable low setting where the sound of the rain is soothing and not too loud.” (Find out more at this link)

*** SUBLIMINAL MESSAGING

1) New! Version 2.0 of the Popular Brain Bullet Subliminal Meta- Programing Software for Windows AND Macintosh Released

Brain Bullet has become one of the most popular software programs in the Mind Media Guide. I have good news for both current users of Brain Bullet 1.1 as well as those of you who have been waiting to try the software. Karl Moore whose SelfHelpStreet is one of the top personal development sites on the web has taken over development of Brain Bullet and has released version 2.0 with versions for both Windows and Macintosh! (Continue reading at this link)

2) ThinkRightNow!for Windows Accelerated Success Software

One of our most popular self-improvement programs has been the ThinkRightNow! Accelerated Conditioning Program which I posted about recently.-- "The Easiest And Most Certain Way To Make Lightning Fast Changes In How You Think, Feel & Act."  The folks at ThinkRightNow! have just released a software program -- ThinkRightNow! for Windows (Find out more at this link)

3) Subliminal Power Software -- Updated

A couple  of weeks ago, I wrote about the popular Brain Bullet software. Several people have emailed me saying they like Subliminal Power.which I wrote about in April of last year better. So I asked the people at Subliminal Power to send me over their latest version to try again. Here is what I found (continue reading at this link)

4) MindZoom Windows Software Combines Positive Affirmations, Subliminal Messaging and Mental Reprogramming -- Immediate Download

I have not had a chance to try this software yet but wanted to post it in case some of you wanted to try it out and tell me what you think. Here is what the developers say about the software:

"Discover the revolutionary technology that will reprogram your mind and body automatically, placing thousands of positive affirmations directly in your brain, fast and easy. Imagine achieving all your desires right now at the touch of a button on your PC." (Find our more at this link)

*** TIME MANAGEMENT

1) Franklin-Covey Releases PlanPlus for Windows XP Version 5

In Version 5 of PlanPlus for Windows, Franklin-Covey has added some features users wished for in previous incarnations of the application. Some of the features which make life with PlanPlus sweeter include ... (Continue reading at this link)

3) Procrastination and Its Cure

I've been reading a lot of books and listening to various tapes on the subject of overcoming procrastination. Procrastination is one of my issues and the following tape has been the most helpful for me personally. A lot of people have the problem but I do not think that we really grasp how much it can sabatoge us on the road to success. Listening to theese tapes not only made me aware of the problem but it got me back on track. (Read the rest here)

*** WRITING TOOLS

1) Become a Better Writer -- WhiteSmoke "Writing Enrichment" Software for Windows

WhiteSmoke is a Windows software program designed to enrich your writing. The program offers a 30-day evaluation of the full version of the software so I recently took them up on their offer.

Maybe some day all we'll have to do is think and the words appear on the screen as we imagine them. I am sorry to report we are not there yet. Microsoft Word and other word processors have a built in grammar and spelling checker. Past that, you are on your own when it comes to putting the words down and editing them. So software tools like WhiteSmoke (and some others that I talk about on this blog) are welcome in making the writing process a bit smoother (Keep reading at this link)

2) WriteStreet Features Innovative Resources for Artists and Writers

WriteStreet.Com is a writers' and artists' super-megamall featuring a wide variety of resources and products in several distinct stores. Plus there is a Writing Forum and Blog which gives feel of community to the site. (More about this feature at this link)

Thank you for reading and stay tuned for more! For comments or contributions, send e-mail to Bruce Eisner mailto:beisner@mindmedia.com  Copyright 2007, Mind Media

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