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About Zorka Hereford
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Expertise
I can answer questions pertaining to a healthy self-concept, personal development and how to think critically about your life choices.

Experience
I've written a book "9 Essential Life Skills - A Guide for Personal Development and Self-Realization". I worked a combined twenty years for a top financial institution and a number one communications company where I acquired excellent leadership and training and development skills.

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Toastmasters International

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Visit my website at http://www.essentiallifeskills.net to read my many personal development articles.

Education/Credentials
I've obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree with studies in philosophy and psychology as well as a college Business Management Diploma.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Zorka Hereford 
In Category  Increasing Self-Esteem

SubjectDate Asked

not tough enough10/23/2009
  Q: I have a problem with letting people walk all over me. How can i be more assertive/let people know ...
  A: This is a problem that many face and luckily you recognize that it's time do something about it. Of ...
How can I be nomal again?10/15/2009
  Q: I'm a 16 year old girl and I've just started my first year of sixth form collage at my High School. ...
  A: I know that it is very difficult to fit in when you seem to be somewhat different than the norm. ...
Tear9/24/2009
  Q: "hey am Lisa 14 yr old from India. Lately i've been feeling upset, well not exactly upset just ...
  A: First of all you are putting way too much pressure on yourself which is causing you to not function ...
Irrational fears7/12/2009
  Q: I've been having problems with strange and unusual worries lately (i.e fear of being pregnant ...
  A: This is a self-esteem category and I don't claim to be an expert on fear or phobias. What you are ...
My friend's self esteem5/18/2009
  Q: I feel kind of awkward asking this but I wanted to get some advice from a professional first. I ...
  A: You are a very good friend to Joseph and you obviously care about his well being. If he weren't so ...
No Self-esteem4/20/2009
  Q: I'm a 14 year old girl and a freshman in high school. Since about two years ago, my self-esteem has ...
  A: I know from experience that 14 years old is a difficult, awkward stage. Your body is changing, your ...
beaten down4/17/2009
  Q: I have been married for 2 years now. Prior to marriage my wife and I did not have sex - which was ok ...
  A: This is indeed a difficult situation and two years is a very long time to endure it. You have not ...
problem4/14/2009
  Q: I know it wouldnt make my self-esteem any better but can you tell me if u think we look alike or not ...
  A: This is could be good news/bad news for you! The good news is that, to me, you don't look like your ...
problem4/14/2009
  Q: I have a problem. I have a brother who people have is said unattractive. I am worried about looking ...
  A: I guess you're worried that people might consider you weird looking too. I can understand that, but ...
problem4/14/2009
  Q: I have a problem. I have a brother who people have is said unattractive. I am worried about looking ...
  A: If you've read my previous answer, you would note that your looks aren't as important as YOU the ...
problem4/14/2009
  Q: I have a problem. I have a brother who people have is said unattractive. I am worried about looking ...
  A: First of all if your self-esteem is based solely on your looks, you do have a problem. There is more ...
Sudden depression4/5/2009
  Q: Lately I have been feeling withdrawn from the one person I care about most, my Girlfriend. I have my ...
  A: Given the circumstances that you describe, what you're feeling has got to be par for the course. ...
I have wierd personality, please advice me about it.4/3/2009
  Q: I need some advice about my half human half machine sort of personality . The James bond sort of ...
  A: I don't think you sound abnormal at all. Some people are quieter, less emotional and more logical ...
do boys like tomboys or girly girls more?3/16/2009
  Q: hey... i'm a 13 year old girl and i have a question about whether boys like tomboys or girly girls ...
  A: Some boys like tomboys and some boys like girly girls, but most boys I would guess, like a girl ...
Need help increasing Social Network3/10/2009
  Q: In theory, I would expect myself to have a number of friends. I’ve been shy most of my life and ...
  A: Right off the bat, I can tell you that you're trying "too hard". Not everyone likes being approached ...
afraid3/8/2009
  Q: I need to make a decision right now. I'm twelve years old, going thirteen. A few weeks ago I watched ...
  A: If you are 'inspired' to do anything - ABSOLUTELY go for it! If you don't you will regret it for the ...
Improving self esteem3/5/2009
  Q: Could you tell me the best ways I can improve my own, and other peoples self esteem? Thanks
  A: This is a very general question with no specific point to address. Is there an area in your life ...
loss of self esteem over years and how to regain?2/18/2009
  Q: I am a 21 year old guy and a lot has happened that resulted in the complete annihilation of self ...
  A: This is a very long, involved question with many issues here that include much more than your ...
how to feel whole8/20/2008
  Q: Im now 18 and im still independently doing things. I have confidence in myself and very out spoken , ...
  A: As I mention in the articles you do it by: 1. accepting yourself fully as you are. 2. investing in ...
how to feel whole8/20/2008
  Q: Im now 18 and im still independently doing things. I have confidence in myself and very out spoken , ...
  A: First of all, good for you for managing not only survive after being on your own from such a young ...
my bad habit of depression8/2/2008
  Q: Hey im molly, 13 and my bad habit is being depressed. My dad left us a year ago bc he got into some ...
  A: First of all, it's understandable why you'd feel so down after all of the life challenges you've ...
Self-validation.7/31/2008
  Q: After thinking carefully about the sorts of experiences that really upset me, I am pretty clear now ...
  A: Sorry Brian, I thought you were concerned about your self-esteem or self-confidence levels. I'm ...
Self-validation.7/31/2008
  Q: After thinking carefully about the sorts of experiences that really upset me, I am pretty clear now ...
  A: As you are already aware, growing up without a lot of encouragement and validation from parents ...
help thanks6/22/2008
  Q: i know it is long, also since u gave me a great answer about meredith I thought you could answer ...
  A: I'll answer these questions, however, they will not be typical to someone in the college age group ...
Can I accept her final answer6/17/2008
  Q: Can I ask you something am I reading into this and can I accept her answer when she said I am thin ...
  A: Sometimes friends don't want to offend us so they say things indirectly or try to talk around a ...
Can I accept her final answer6/16/2008
  Q: Can I ask you something am I reading into this and can I accept her answer when she said I am thin ...
  A: From what you describe of your conversation with your friend, I would take her at her word. The fact ...
Dealing with depressing circumstances6/5/2008
  Q: I have been searching for job since last three months. I was kicked out from my last job because of ...
  A: I'm not sure what you mean by "the interviews I cleared with 100% accuracy." You can clear them with ...
Dealing with depressing circumstances6/4/2008
  Q: I have been searching for job since last three months. I was kicked out from my last job because of ...
  A: I can understand how the events that you describe can be discouraging and depressing. You've put in ...
How do i not ruin a good relationship?6/3/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you can please help me. Ive been in many relationships over the years, a lot ...
  A: The good news is that you are very aware of the fact that self-esteem issues are a challenge to you ...
Stacy is 53 years old, her mother 825/29/2008
  Q: Stacy's mother says and does things that makes Stacy feel as if she does not know how to wear ...
  A: I'm assuming Stacy is your friend and you want to help her with this situation. First of all, both ...
Can you help me?5/27/2008
  Q: I'm 16 and a sophomore in High school. How do you talk to girls in person and on the phone without ...
  A: I totally understand how you feel. You want to be yourself and natural when talking to a girl ...
help me understand5/23/2008
  Q: i was lokking for boyfreind but not any more,because i put my self in guys shoes and saw it froma ...
  A: You mention right from the beginning that you understand why guys would not ask you out. You say ...
straightedge5/5/2008
  Q: I am straightedge. But after this decision I found myself more distant from my friends and other ...
  A: At first I didn't understand what straightedge means, but now that I have looked it up, I do. At 15 ...
ref4/26/2008
  Q: Good day, I recently learned that making friends has alot to do with raising peoples egos and self ...
  A: I understand your wanting to make friends and wanting them to feel good. Your heart and intentions ...
What should i do?3/25/2008
  Q: I was bullied at school since i was 13 till i was about 16/17 Because i was quiet... i think. I ...
  A: It's clear that you are motivated to help yourself and to work on building the self-confidence you ...
lost & directionless3/21/2008
  Q: I am a 26 years old female. For the past few weeks I have been feeling general malaise & sickness ...
  A: You’ve got some loaded questions here! Let's get started. We all have life choices to make and ...
This guy..3/3/2008
  Q: Hey, Ok, this isn't really a problem. But there's this guy who i have liked for sooo long and i ...
  A: It's nice that this fellow you like so much is already a good friend. This means that you know him ...

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