Keep And Expand What Helps You Be Your Best

Your beliefs dictate your thoughts and emotions. When I looked back and saw her, she looked like she had given up. And I know that I didn’t look that way. I kept fighting and pushing until I made it to shore. Your reality is what you tell yourself. Your beliefs dictate your assumptions and your expectations, and ultimately your energy and behavior. I told myself that I could get out of those waves, and I fought with everything I had. I was able to make it to shore. So, choose your words and your thoughts wisely. The second reason I tell this story is about resources. We have many internal resources that we can call upon in difficult and challenging situations. Sometimes we forget that we have them.

The Power Of The Dream

Sometimes they are automatic and leap into action at a moment’s notice. And some of our resources come from outside. They can be material things like money or housing. They can be, and oftentimes are, people that we know who help us along the way. Pay attention to what resources you have and use them. And pay attention to those that you need and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Also, don’t be afraid to accept help when someone offers it. I truly believe that people are put into our lives at certain times for very specific reasons. Don’t be afraid to connect with people and allow them into your world. That is what strong and courageous people do. People think if they ask for help it’s a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of strength to be able to show vulnerability and let someone in who can support you.

My Brave Face

Both are what kept us alive that day and I am forever grateful. Their stories remind us that anything is possible when you believe in yourself. Each moment is an opportunity to increase your impact and influence to elevate yourself and others around you to leave behind incredible footprints. You are right where you are supposed to be. This is a moment where you said yes to someone or something that then changed your life.. What is your Incredible Yes? If you don’t have an Incredible Yes moment just yet, for what are you hoping and wishing? Let’s toss some spaghetti around. What are five crazy ideas you have? Is it the best idea ever? Is it in alignment with who you are and what you want to achieve in life? Will it bring change in the world that you wish to see? As we practice these new steps with family, friends, and coworkers, we think, ponder, and focus on what produces positive results. We learn new things. We keep and expand what makes us be our best. When you feel personally and professionally empowered, you experience growth. You discovered more about yourself, and you now have an open mind. Originally there were four choices.

Everybody Knows

Then it came down to two. The winner in my eyes is the cover you see. I decided on it by writing down the feelings I had with each cover. This one was my choice because, to me, it best represents the growth I think we need as humanity, and I love the colors and vibe of it. I also loved the responses from other people. As our cousin Marie Osterman said, It is dynamic and evokes change. And that is the point. A freshman you send to college is different than the senior who returns. In fact, there is often huge growth when they come home for their first break after they’ve been away. As you grow, you become wiser in every way. As a person, you practice, refine, and redefine. In your wisdom, you learn that often in these moments you practice the fine art of forgiveness and applying love. You learn what brings you peace, joy, love, and more. As you practice these new steps with family, friends, coworkers, and others, you come to learn what produces positive results and moves you toward your vision and what doesn’t. When you feel stuck, you know it’s time for growth. When you feel stuck with growth, it’s important to remember that you are probably further along than you realize, and you still have more to learn. It’s important to keep going and remember that you can’t force the future. The future can’t be rushed. The future is on a time clock, and you are on the clock. You can understand what you are capable of and understand the kind of energy you want to attract. As we let go of limiting beliefs, we become more aligned. We may have sheer will and determination. We may have imagination and creativity. So, in this point of change, what are you going to do? How will you sacrifice, grow, eliminate, and change to support your goals, values, beliefs, and dreams in alignment with your actions? Are you going to make a commitment for growth with your time and energy? Will that great idea just sit? Will your wishes come true? Are you taking action and growing, or are you perpetually contemplating? Give yourself permission to do something else and explore your success. Are you feeling empowered? Do you remember your value? What should I charge? I’ll ask, What is your service worth? I don’t know, they respond. I’ll say, Do you feel valued? They respond, I don’t know what that means. What does that mean? I’ll politely explain, and together we’ll visit the land of vision statements about value and worth. It all goes to value. What would make you feel more valued? Do you have people around you who value you? Do you feel loveable? As you explore growth and success, the people who are in your everyday life and moments matter. I say surround yourself with love. It’s a fact that sometimes we outgrow others, family included. We grow to that point where we stand firmly in our choices. This next one’s dedicated to you, Harley.