This self development article is about first impressions that can make you cringe. There is much material around on giving good first impressions and body language. With bad first impressions being virtually impossible to undo, it is important to be aware of what makes people cringe the most.

The body language of your nose is an interesting one. Research has shown that when people lie they are very likely to touch some part of their nose. This can take the form of tapping, scratching, rubbing, etc. This self development article sheds some light on the subject.

There are many advantages of asking people interesting questions, e.g., to break the ice with strangers, to find out more about their true self, to be remembered, etc. This self development article discusses questions that are a little different from the norm.

Defensive behaviour is your body’s way of warning and protecting you when in danger or in uncomfortable situations. Do you know what defensive behaviours you exhibit? From a self development point of view, do you know why it is important to be aware of these?

This self development book review on ‘Purpose-Centered Public Speaking’ by Dr. Gary Rodriguez gives insight into how to deliver talks, speeches, etc., to audiences with more purpose, better content, more confidence and less fear. There are also tips and tools for developing presentation skills.

The importance of Self Development is about having the mindset of learning something new daily. There is so much one can learn from other communities and cultures from around the world. This article on ‘Can You Eat Gold’ is just one example of the millions of subjects about which little is known.

No one really knows why humans experience goose bumps, goose pimples or goose flesh. This self development article discusses various reasons for experiencing them. If you analyse what produces yours and when they occur, can you use this as another tool in your self development tool kit?

Fingerprints have been studied for centuries and are believed to be an indication of your true character. This self development article shows how your fingerprints might tell you more about someone's character and personality than you think.

Have you ever thought about your unique or special talent? After all, your DNA is unique. Yet few people put aside self development time to think about their uniqueness and consider if it could make them happier, more famous or richer. Do you know what YOUR special talent is and what to do with it?

Most people want to hide their nervousness and appear confident, calm and collected. The tips in this self development article have been found to be quite effective. If you have not already tried them, do so and see what effect they have!