‘Living’ Archives
A Few Words About Procrastination
When I talk to people about their biggest challenges as it relates to staying focused on what they want to accomplish in their lives, invariably, the topic of time management or procrastination rears its ugly head. And it makes perfect sense that procrastinating is what will cause more dreams to go by the way side than any other habit anyone could possibly form. After all, the very act of procrastinating means that you or I are wasting time. Really, what you end up wasting is opportunity, which exists all around you, every day, woven [...]
It’s a Living…
If you're not living the life of your dreams right now, it's not because you don't know how. There's a good chance you know exactly what it is that you love to do. It's that thing that feels totally natural. The thing you do that you feel like you could do all day, every day and never get tired of. When you do it, that's when your true talent and unique gifts are being used to their fullest. So why aren't you doing it every day? There's nothing or no one that can stop you from doing what you love. Provided of course that it's [...]
Dream Big, Live Big
If you believe in yourself and believe that you are worthy, whatever you focus on with all of your mind and pursue with all of your heart, you will achieve. I believe that to be the absolute truth. I think that you can be whatever you want to be in this life. You can do whatever you want to do, and you can have whatever you want to have. You just have to believe that and be willing to do whatever it takes to make it happen. You've probably heard me write at least a few times about not quitting. And that is my ultimate nutshell [...]
Standards and Procedures
Okay, I'm going to assume that you have a desire to be as successful as possible in this life. If so, I'm also going to assume that you have some goals for yourself. However, I won't assume that you are absolutely committed to do whatever it takes to be successful and that you will not stop or waver until you have achieved your ultimate result. The reason I won't assume that, is because this is the place where most people slip. They either quit at the first sign of adversity and challenge, or they get so far off track that they [...]
Gut Check
If you are at the point in your life where you are serious about self-improvement, then I want to pass along a friendly little tip that may really have a positive and significant impact on your life. If you haven't already started doing this, you really need to learn to trust yourself. That nudge, or perhaps, at the risk of making you sound crazy, that little voice inside your head, is really there for a reason. It's attempting to guide you. The thing is, most of us tend to either second guess ourselves or never pay attention to the [...]
Ready, Set, Now Let Go!
Letting go is such sweet sorrow. Yes, that's mine. Thanks, Bill Shakespeare. But seriously, one of the toughest things to do as you seek to improve yourself, is to embrace this concept of letting go in order to really start achieving and receiving in your life. And what's even harder than buying into the idea, is actually letting go. One distinction that can be made, which may at least help you start to define letting go, as you work to wrap your mind around the whole concept is that letting go is not forgetting about or losing [...]
What If You Do?
What if the secret to being happy was simply making the decision to be happy? What if the secret to living an abundant life was simply looking around and being grateful for everything that you already have in your life? What if the secret to success was believing that you were already successful and then just getting busy acting like it? What if the secret to achieving anything you wanted was to simply decide to be focused and persistent? If all of these were true, how would you feel about yourself, the world around you, your [...]
The Meaning of Life?
At one time or another, I'm sure you've asked yourself something like, "what in the heck is this life all about?" Or maybe more specifically, "what am I here for?" I know that there have been times in my life where I have definitely wondered such things. Well, I think I have the answer for you and me and anyone else who has ever wondered such things. For starters, think about the one thing that you can do better than anyone else on the planet. It should be obvious...but I know it's not. Don't over-think this, just use your common [...]
Resolution Solution
Okay, we're five days into 2011...how are you doing? Have half of your resolutions become back burner priorities already? Seriously, isn't this like the 12th year in a row you've resolved to do the same things? And the 12th year in a row that you haven't started on any of them yet? Last post I mentioned that a resolution made without an accompanying plan of action and commitment to develop new successful habits was pretty much just wishful thinking. And it's absolutely true. A resolution, by definition is simply an intention. [...]
Shall I Start Them This Year?
I found this poem about New Year's Resolutions and I thought it was pretty clever. It's funny and it captures the essence of how most of us truly feel about the resolutions we make on December 31st. Because, let's face it, deep down inside we know what's really going to happen, right? The truth is that the resolutions any of us make without an accompanying plan of action and commitment to establishing the successful habits necessary to achieve them, are just words we whisper to ourselves to fill space. Inevitably, they end up [...]
Just Be You
I love the Ralph Waldo Emerson quote, "Insist on yourself, never imitate". To me, these are pure words of wisdom. If only all of us could apply that wisdom every single day. I also really like the way my friend Randy Gage put it in one of his recent newsletters. He wrote, Be yourself, everybody else is already taken. Same sound principle and just as strong a message. It's like the nutshell version of the meaning of your life. If you have ever wondered what your true purpose on this planet is, I would say it's this...figure out [...]
Passion Play
If you're not living the life of your dreams right now, it's not because you don't know how! You've probably heard me say that before. The thing is...it's absolutely true. You have within yourself all of the necessary resources, talent, ability, and passion to live whatever life you want to live. You just have to be willing to get started, stay focused, and be persistent. If you will commit to do whatever it takes, you can literally have it all. That sounds like pretty hard work though, right? Well, maybe I can help you [...]
The Thrill of Victory
Here's what I think... If people were as passionate about their lives and their own success as they are their favorite sports teams, we could not only change the world, but we could transform it into something totally amazing. Passion is a very powerful thing. Now, I'll confess something to you; I'm an absolute sports fanatic. I love sports. I love football, basketball, baseball, and hockey. College and pro. I love mixed martial arts, boxing, and even tennis. I enjoy watching my favorite teams or players in action, live or [...]
Pourquoi pas yous?
There are people out there living the life of their dreams. Their lives are amazing and they are passionate about each day. They are people just like you. Are you one of them? No? Well, pardon my French but...why the hell not? Before you get mad at me for that stinging little question, let me assure you that I don't ask it to be a smart mouth. I'm not trying to insult you either. I really mean it in the most constructive possible way. I want you to know that you are capable of achieving anything in this life that you have [...]
