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15 July 2009, 21:59
Alive In Joy (Dispelling Drama)
There are scores of people in the world who seem to be magnets for calamity. They live their lives jumping from one difficult to the next, surrounded by unstable individuals. Some believe themselves victims of fate and decry a universe they regard as malevolent. Others view their chaotic circumstances as just punishments for some failing within. Yet, in truth, neither group has been fated or consigned to suffer. They are likely unconsciously drawing drama into their lives, attracting catastrophe through their choices, attitudes, and patterns of thought. Drama, however disastrous, can be exciting and stimulating. But the thrill of pandemonium eventually begins to frustrate the soul and drain the energy of all who embrace it. To halt this process, we must understand the root of our drama addiction, be aware of our reactions, and be willing to accept that a serene, joyful life need not be a boring one.
Many people, so used to living in the dramatic world they create, feel uncomfortable when confronted with the prospect of a lifetime of peace and contentment. The drama in their lives serves multiple purposes. Upset causes excitement, prompting the body to manufacture adrenaline, which produces a pleasurable surge of energy. For those seeking affection in the form of sympathy, drama forms the basis of their identity as a victim. And when drama is familial, many people believe they can avoid abandonment by continuing to play a key role in the established family dynamic. The addiction to drama is fed by the intensity of the feelings evoked during bouts of conflict, periods of uncertainty, and upheaval.
Understanding where the subconscious need for drama stems from is the key to addressing it effectively. Journaling can help you transfer this need from your mind onto a benign piece of paper. After repeated writing sessions, your feelings regarding the mayhem, hurt feelings, and confusion often associated with drama become clear. When you confront your emotional response to drama and the purpose it serves in your life, you can reject it. Each time you consciously choose not to take part in dramatic situations or associate with dramatic people, you create space in your inner being that is filled with a calm and tranquil stillness and becomes an asset in your quest to lead a more centered life.
Enjoy!
Posted to you from http://www.dailyom.com
Sincerely,
Margarita Nomeikiene
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27 June 2009, 18:42
Personal Note from Jack Canfield
We have requests coming at us from every direction, every day. Family, friends, community, work – some days, the “to do” list runs like a refrain in our heads, going off like a bell constantly. What happens? Well, one result is we can’t FOCUS. How could we? How can we stay focused on our goals, dreams and core brilliance when our mind reminds us a thousand times a day to change the oil, talk to our web designer, remember that our kid’s game was moved to next week, don’t forget our brother-in-law’s birthday, remember to get back to that potential client, and oh yeah, the dog needs to be groomed. Multiply this a thousand times, and it’s an accurate picture of what our mind does each day. This week, try applying the four D’s to help you release your “right now” mind and create ROOM for creativity and spontaneous inspiration.
#1 – Do it. If something on your list would take less than 15 minutes to do, just do it. You’re probably spending more than that reminding yourself about it.
#2 – Delegate it. When you’re going for your own “Breakthrough to Success” or important goal, you need to have a team around you. Look around – who’s YOUR team? Then ask for help and RELEASE it.
#3 – Dump it. Chances are that you won’t have time to read the NY Times from a month ago, and trust me, when you look at your list, there are a ton of things that you can simply release as unneeded, unnecessary and undoable. Dump them.
#4 – Delay it. Listen, it’s YOUR life, and your list – look it over and delay things in a purposeful way. Get a monthly “tickle” folder and create a task sheet for each task that needs to be done – then choose a time in the future to tackle it. Your mind can release it then and OPEN.
These four solutions WILL help you to live a better life – where you can be more fully present for the moment at hand, create the life YOU choose, and live “on purpose.” Feel free to post to my last D (DISCUSSION) and let the group know your amazing, focused breakthroughs this week.
To your clarity and success, from Jack
Margarita Nomeikiene
ENJOY!
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20 June 2009, 07:06
Michelangelo Working inside the box
Dear Reader,
This text is from Liz Thompson
Founder Small Business CEO Magazine Association of Small Business CEOs
I foud out it is very interesting for me, why I bring it to you.
ENJOY!
It's 1502 AD...
In Florence, Italy, an enormous block of marble stood in the works department of the church of Santa Maria del Fiore.
It had once been a magnificent piece of raw stone, but an unskilled sculptor had mistakenly bored a hole through it where there should have been a figure's legs, generally mutilating it...
...So, despite the money that had been spent on it, it gathered dust in the dark halls of the church.
This was where things stood until some friends of Michelangelo decided to write to him, then living in Rome.
Michelangelo traveled to Florence, examined the stone, and came to the conclusion that he could in fact carve a figure from it, by adapting the pose to the way the rock had been mutilated.
Soderini (the mayor of Florence) argued that this was a waste of time - nobody could salvage such a disaster - but he finally agreed to let the artist work on it.
Weeks later, as Michelangelo was putting the final touches on the statue, Soderini entered the studio.
Fancying himself a bit of a connoisseur, he studied the huge work and told Michelangelo that while he thought it was magnificent, the nose, he judged, was too big.
Michelangelo realized that Soderini was standing in a place right under the giant figure and did not have the proper perspective. Without a word, he gestured for Soderini to follow him up the scaffolding.
Reaching the nose, he picked up his chisel, as well as a bit of marble dust that lay on the planks.
With Soderini just a few feet below him on the scaffolding, Michelangelo started to tap lightly with the chisel, letting the bits of dust he had gathered in his hand to fall little by little.
He actually did nothing to change the nose, but gave every appearance of working on it. After a few minutes of this charade, he stood aside. "Look at it now."
"I like it better," replied Soderini. "You've made it come alive."
(This story is from The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene.)
Imagine that. One of the world's greatest art pieces (ever!) created from mutilated rock that most deemed unworkable.
Michelangelo didn't see a mutilated rock. He saw a few existing constraints... worked within them... and created something beautiful.
We all have our own constraints: time, skills, money, etc.
The same goes for building your business and your niche - there are constraints that you simply can't control (have you identified them?).
The opportunity then is to focus on what you CAN do within the box... and then to DO them.
Sincerely,
Margarita Nomeikiene
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