"...often, people don't even truly understand how or why they succeeded in the first place. Success is a very poor teacher -- it only teaches you to repeat what you've already done. Well, what happens when that stops working, and you have to try something else?" (Dean Graziosi)I found this a very interesting concept to mull over in my mind. How much time have you spent reconstructing what made you successful at something? It's been my experience that when I try to reconstruct my journey to … [Read more...]
You are not here merely to make a living.
I love this quote from Woodrow Wilson that I just read: "You are not here merely to make a living. You are here in order to enable the world to live more amply, with greater vision, with a finer spirit of hope and achievement. You are here to enrich the world, and you impoverish yourself if you forget the errand. "Isn't that a wonderful thought?If you're taking my Business Planning Clinic and completing the daily assignments, you are well on your way to doing far more than just make a living. … [Read more...]
Are you focused on the past or the future?
"If you're trying to drive into your future looking only into the rearview mirror, you're going to crash." Thanks, Tony Robbins, for this beautiful reminder. Remember that the sole purpose of looking into our past conditioning is so that we can make a decision TODAY on what thoughts and beliefs we want to take with us into TOMORROW, and which ones we want to leave behind because they no longer serve the person we are becoming.Be curious about your thoughts and beliefs. Be kind to yourself and … [Read more...]
Is success a poor teacher?
"...often, people don't even truly understand how or why they succeeded in the first place. Success is a very poor teacher -- it only teaches you to repeat what you've already done. Well, what happens when that stops working, and you have to try something else?" (Dean Graziosi) I found this a very interesting concept to mull over in my mind. How much time have you spent reconstructing what made you successful at something? It's been my experience that when I try to reconstruct my journey … [Read more...]
What has all of “this” made possible?
It's an interesting question. I sat down this morning and came up with a list. And it was long. I'm sure it will grow. Some of what has happened was overdue anyway. Some things are just a funny bonus. And as I continue to demand to see the good in this...as I continue to be willing to see things differently...I am surprised and comforted and grateful. Do I still get pissed off? Do I still feel confused about so much perceived lack of critical thinking and lack of common sense? Do I … [Read more...]