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03 August 2007, 22:03
Decision Versus Defeat
Hallo, Dear Reader,
Have you ever noticed the power displayed when one combines a
decision with a goal? I'm not talking about setting a goal. When we
set a goal, that's exactly what we do: we set it--and often, we set
it up for defeat. What I'm talking about is the power of a decision
combined with a goal. There is a world of difference between the
two. Let me explain...
By now, you're either on track to achieve the goals you
sat down and etched out a number of weeks ago, or they have since
been forgotten.
In 1940 a man named Albert Gray addressed a room packed with Life
Insurance Salesmen. Mr. Gray was one himself--a veteran of the
business, having spent nearly 30 years as both a life insurance
agent and instructor in sales development. Addressing a packed
house at the National Association of Life Underwriters Annual
Convention, Mr. Gray mesmerized the audience with his speech, The
Common Denominator of Success. He stated a truth that is as
relevant to you and me as it is to a salesman, a mother, a father,
a CEO, an NFL Quarterback, or anyone else determined to succeed in
a given endeavor. Dr. Gray stated:
"The secret('The Secret' is not a secret! Added by Skip) of success
of every man or woman who has ever been successful -- lies in the
fact that he formed the habit of doing things that failures don't
like to do."
So what are the things that you don't like to do that you know you
should be doing? The only thing that is stopping you from getting
what you want out of this year is you. Are your goals "shoulds" or
are they "musts?" Why are they musts? Have you taken the action to
back up your claim?
Whatever it Takes
So many of us set goals but never actually decide to actually
achieve those goals. Do you see the difference between the two?
When you combine a decision with your goal, you'll do whatever it
takes to achieve it. When you set a goal, you'll usually do only
what is convenient, and rarely what is necessary. Convenience does
not lead to success. In most cases it leads to mediocrity.
If you've set certain goals, what will it take for you to truly hit
the mark? The difference is an authentic decision. Are you willing
to become this decision? When you do, your life will change
dramatically(Here's the all important question: "Am I willing to
pay the price?" -Added by Skip).
In The Traveler's Gift, Columbus presents David Ponder with the
Fourth Decision to Determine Personal Success: "I have a decided
heart." Create a decided heart within yourself and amazing things
will take place in regards to the goals you have set. The magic of
a decided heart is it opens doorways of possibility that
half-heartedness will not.
Cultivating a Decided Heart
Here are a few questions to help you cultivate a decided heart:br>
What is it that you've set out to do this year? By now, you should
know in your gut whether or not your current actions will achieve
them.
What are the habits that might be standing in your way?
What must you do to replace these old habits beginning today?
Why is it a must, and not a "should," that you replace these
habits?
What are the actions you've been putting off that you know you need
to take in order to move forward in the direction of your goals?
When will you take them?
If you aren't taking massive action today toward achieving your
goals, when will you?
(Here's the all important question: "Am I willing to pay the
price?" -Added by Skip).,
Here is my favorite quote from Dr. Billy Graham: "I'm always amazed
at how many people in trouble confuse God's Will for their life
with plain old bad decision making."
Substitute the words "plain old bad decision making" with the words
"failure to do any decision making" and you'll discover a major
source of problems. More people fail because of an undecided heart
than for any other reason. Don't be one of these people.
Make an authentic, powerful decision today--and move forward
accordingly--with abandonment and resolve. You are responsible. Take
ownership of your goals. Do whatever is necessary to cultivate a
decided heart concerning your goals... this is the first step
toward their achievement.
And remember to...
Persist without exception!,
Coach
Shondelle
ENJOY!
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30 July 2007, 02:51
Commit to the plan of your purpose Mike Davison
Insight #3
Commit to the plan of your purpose.
MAIN POINTS
Your Purpose is your agreement with the world.
It is bigger than you.
You must be willing to pay the price.
Being committed means being willing to relentlessly pursue your purpose.
Today read and mediate on the following powerful quote from
Marianne Williamson.
"...Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous,
talented, and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn't serve the world. There's nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are
all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission
to do the same. As we're liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others."
- Marianne Williamson
Sincerely,
Dr. Mike Davison
http://www.PartnersInPurpose.com
If you have any questions about individualized consultation or coaching or need a presenter for your next event, please do not hesitate to contact me at
mailto:mike@PartnersInPurpose.com .
Enjoy!
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28 July 2007, 23:36
Mike Davison We all have a purpose in life.
We all have a purpose in life.
Joseph Campbell referred to it as ?Following your bliss?
Abraham Maslow referred to it as the ?burring desire? of the self-actualizing person.
Robert Stuberg refers to it as creating your ?Destiny?.
John DeLemme says Find Your Why. Even more completely he says find you why and fly.
They all agreed it is ours for the taking. If we name it we can begin to claim it.
A person without a clear purpose is like a ship without a rutter.
The only thing worse than not having a purpose, is having one and not living it.
I encourage you to take some time to answer each of the questions below as rapidly as possible. You may choose to put on some inspirational music, or to do it in silence. Find what works for you. These questions
will ultimately help you to uncover, discover or get clearer on your Life?s Purpose.
Starter Questions
Why am I here?
What are my gifts and talents?
How can I use my gifts and talents to contribute to the world?
When do I feel most blessed?
When do I feel the most opportunity to love?
When do I feel I am contributing most?
Whose drum am I marching to?
If I had unlimited money and time, what would I do?
What do I most like to give?
What am I most passionate about?
What is my favorite hobby?
What is my favorite book of all time?
What deeply gladdens me?
What is the world hungering for?
When do I experience my greatest moments of fulfillment?
How do I want to be remembered?
What am I most proud of?
What increases my energy?
When do I feel most alive?
What vitalizes me?
What fires me up?
What activities energize me even though I have exerted myself or worked at them?
What drives me?
What gets me out of bed in the morning?
What keeps me up late?
What grabs my attention?
What holds me spellbound?
What do I continue to return to when I have some time?
What do I day dream about?
What do I have an unquenchable sense of curiosity, awe and wonder about?
What upsets me?
What pisses me off about the world?
If I had an hour of prime time television to influence people, what would I use the time to talk about?
What I am I committed to changing in the world?
What is the ?cause? I am most committed to?
What?s my calling in life?
Where or what have I done that feels ?just right??
What do I feel like I was born to do/be?
What would I do for work if money didn?t matter?
Who are my heroes?
Whose work or life do I admire?
Who inspires or moves me?
What are others doing that I think I could also make a profound contribution doing?
Who do I think has made the greatest mark in the world in my area of interest?
What leaders do I admire?
Miracle Questions
If I was guaranteed success at one thing in life, what would that one thing be?
If I was living the life of my dreams what would that look like? Who would I be? What would I do? Whatwould I have?
Sincerely,
Dr. Mike Davison
http://www.PartnersInPurpose.com
Enjoy!
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