Happy New Year! With 2016 just days away, my wish for you is failure - lots of it! Yup - you heard me right, but before you click away, let me explain... Long ago my father gave me a warning. At the time, I let it go in one ear and out the other (as I tended to do). His warning was quite simple - "Be aware," he said, "Fear increases with age." While not as long or … [Read more...]
Are you running toward your goals or away from your fears?
If you are successful, you mastered the art of movement. You broke out of a default existence and began to impact your life. This is evidenced in many different forms, but all are characterized by movement. You progress. You advance. You enrich. You experience. You explore. You specialize. You master. You fail (while trying). You change. You move. You evolve. They are … [Read more...]
Does your “Comfort Zone” have a Do Not Disturb sign on it?
"Life begins at the edge of your comfort zone." Neale Donald Walsch I love that quote. It's simple yet powerful. In fact, it is so simple it is easy to fly right by. It has enough intuitive sense you can read it and nod in affirmation without really connecting to the message. However, connecting to the power takes effort. Making it a reality is another animal all together. … [Read more...]
Looking for the Secret to Success? Try “Fun”
When was the last time you had fun? Not the "that was a good movie" version of fun. I'm talking about the "smile till your face hurts" kind of fun or as my Mom says "I laughed so hard a tear ran down my leg!" Fun plays a crucial role in success. If fun isn't a staple in your work, you are at a significant disadvantage. Some may disagree with me. They argue work is for work … [Read more...]
Does Fear Stoke Your Flame or Burn Your Dreams?
Do you move toward opportunities or away from them? Before you give the quick, default answer of "Toward them of course - what a stupid question!" take a moment to read more. If you spend time with young people, one thing you'll notice is the absence of fear. Granted, it can be to a fault, but the sense of invincibility is amazing. Just ask them what they are going to do with … [Read more...]