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The Price of Success: Controlling Time and Destiny

The Price of Success: Controlling Time and Destiny

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Success is a journey that demands sacrifices, commitment, and a strategic approach to managing time. Reflecting on one individual's experience, it becomes evident that the cost of success is indeed worth it, particularly when it allows a person to work for passion rather than money. This post delves into their journey, the lessons learned, and the principles that have guided them.

The Cost of Success

For five years, my guest didn't sleep for more than four hours a day. This was the price paid to establish initial success in properties. During this period, they chose jobs that allowed control over their time, working from 2:30 PM to 11:30 PM or sometimes until 1:00 AM, which gave the mornings for personal growth and business development. The core lesson here is that whoever controls your time controls your destiny. It's not about who controls your money but your time.

Facing Rejection and Building Wealth

In network marketing, while selling broadband and telephone services, my guest made an average of £450 a week in addition to their salary. Embracing rejection was key, understanding that out of every ten calls, at least one would result in a positive response. Over time, the conversion rate improved, but the key was perseverance and not fearing rejection.

Diversifying Income Sources

A critical aspect of financial stability and wealth creation is having multiple income sources. Smart believes in having at least four income streams. Job security alone does not lead to wealth; jobs provide enough to sustain and act as a seed for creating wealth. Wealth creation comes from owning assets that generate income, such as properties, stocks, or shares.

The Importance of Credit and Financial Health

In the Western world, a credit record is more critical than a job or career. A poor credit record can have severe consequences, such as losing job opportunities or being denied mortgages. Managing finances prudently and maintaining a good credit score is essential.

Self-Evaluation and Mental Fitness

Understanding one's strengths and weaknesses is vital. Focusing on strengths and outsourcing tasks that fall within weaknesses is important. Continuous learning is also crucial; reading books, seeking information, and staying informed are key. Avoiding distractions from social media and using time wisely, even during idle moments like waiting in traffic or at the doctor's office, is essential.

 

Conclusion

Success requires dedication, strategic time management, and continuous growth. Controlling time, embracing rejection, diversifying income, and leveraging unique talents are crucial. Surrounding oneself with successful individuals, maintaining good financial health, and appreciating the journey are essential. By following these principles, one can achieve not only financial success but also a fulfilling and purposeful life.

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Unlocking Wealth: Leveraging Systems and Mindsets for Success

Unlocking Wealth: Leveraging Systems and Mindsets for Success

Good afternoon, good evening, or good morning—wherever you may be! I hope this message finds you in great spirits after a wonderful weekend. If you're tuning in from the UK, what a week it has been! From a landslide election victory for the Labour Party and the celebration of our new Prime Minister to the excitement of the Three Lions making it to the semi-finals—it's been a remarkable time. Let's not forget the thrilling Grand Prix, where our British champion Lewis Hamilton took the lead, showcasing outstanding skill and professionalism. 

These events have certainly energized me, and I hope they've done the same for you. But now, let's turn our focus to something more pertinent—continuing our insightful series on Vision, Responsibility, and Value.

Revisiting Last Week's Insights...

Last week, we kicked off with part one of our series, featuring a thought-provoking conversation with my friend Pastor Smart. The response has been overwhelming, with many reaching out to express their gratitude for the valuable insights shared. Pastor Smart, if you're reading this, a heartfelt thank you for your invaluable lessons and experiences.

 

Diving Deeper: Wealth Creation and Mindsets

This week, we dive deeper into our discussions, where Pastor Smart expounds on his experiences and the wisdom he imparts to his mentees about wealth creation, mindsets, mentoring, and capacity building. My goal for you is simple: as you absorb this information, may it inspire growth and motivate you to implement some of the strategies shared. Should you have any questions or need clarity, feel free to reach out, and I will gladly assist or even consult Pastor Smart for further insights.

 

The Wealth Potential in Five Countries

Pastor Smart introduces a fascinating concept: if you live in one of five countries—the United Kingdom, America, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada—and are between the ages of 21 and 41, becoming a multi-millionaire within 20 years is entirely within your reach. The systems in these countries are designed in such a way that, if understood and leveraged correctly, can create enormous wealth.

Imagine the system as a powerful current in a river. Even if you're only capable of modest effort (let's say two strokes per second), if you align yourself with the current moving at five strokes per second, you will progress significantly faster. Conversely, fighting against the current, no matter how hard you try, will only push you backward.

 

Practical Application: Investing Minimum Wage Earnings

Consider someone working a minimum-wage job at Tesco, earning £1,750 monthly. If this individual is young (around 20 or 21) and aligns with an organization like ours, we propose a 20-year plan. By setting aside £750 monthly and investing it in income-generating systems like the S&P 500 (which yielded 24% last year) or other reliable investment accounts, substantial wealth can be accumulated. 

 

Building Wealth Through Strategic Investments

Let’s break it down further: By investing £750 monthly in an account yielding an average of 10%, the cumulative interest over 20 years would result in a portfolio valued at approximately £24 million, with the equity surpassing £30 million. This demonstrates the power of understanding and leveraging the financial systems available.

 

The Importance of Mindset and Responsibility

A crucial element of this journey is mindset. Success requires desire, responsibility, and the elimination of blame. It doesn't matter where you come from or your family’s financial history. In these five countries, with the right mindset and understanding of the system, wealth creation is possible.

 

Questioning the Value of University Education

Pastor Smart challenges the traditional path of university education, suggesting that for many, apprenticeships offer a more practical and financially rewarding route. By learning a trade and earning while gaining experience, individuals can avoid the burden of student loans and secure well-paying jobs in fields like bricklaying, joinery, and roofing.

 

The Role of Mentorship in Achieving Success

Mentorship plays a pivotal role in this journey. By adding value to mentors and learning from their experiences, individuals can fast-track their path to success. Pastor Smart shares a personal anecdote about helping a successful shipping agent, which led to a profitable business partnership. This highlights the importance of giving value in mentor-mentee relationships rather than just seeking personal gain.

 

Expanding Capacity and Seeking Growth

To achieve success across various areas of life—relationships, emotions, physical well-being, time, money, career, and spiritual well-being—one must continuously seek growth. Reading books, changing mindsets, and finding mentors in specific fields are crucial steps in this process. Successful mentors, especially those with long-standing success, can provide invaluable guidance and help navigate potential pitfalls.

 

Conclusion

As we delve further into this series, remember that the key to unlocking wealth and success lies in understanding and leveraging the systems around you, adopting a growth mindset, and seeking mentorship.

Stay tuned for more insights and practical strategies to help you achieve your financial and personal goals.

 

Vision, Responsibility, and Growth: Keys to Unlocking Your Potential (Pt#1)

"Join us on the EG Success Mindset Podcast as we delve into an inspiring conversation about the power of positive thinking, taking control of your life, and the importance of continuous learning. Discover how vision, mentorship, and financial wisdom can transform challenges into triumphs and lead to lasting success. Don't miss this empowering episode!"

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Some take away points:

Positive Mindset and Enthusiasm
- "Your charisma, your energy always seem to have an extra dose of enthusiasm and a positive outlook."
- "My cheerfulness, my being enthusiastic about things is because I know that it is possible to get results."

Influence of Upbringing and Beliefs
- "I think it comes from my dad."
- "I'm a born-again Christian, a pastor, and an entrepreneur with several businesses."

Responsibility and Control
- "There are things in life you can't control, so why worry about them? Focus on what you can control, do your best, and the results will follow."
- "I stopped blaming others and started changing my circumstances."

Learning and Growth
- "If you're not happy with your current situation, you need to unlearn certain things and learn new ones."
- "I met someone who expanded my capacity and taught me how to leverage greater opportunities."

Mentorship and Guidance
- "This mentorship was more valuable than any formal education, showing me how global business truly operates."
- "I was with that person for two and a half years, from five in the morning till about 1 am the next day, for two and a half years."

Financial Management and Respect for Money
- "Respect money, whether it's a pound or a million. Whatever you respect, it will gravitate towards you."
- "No matter your income, plan your expenses wisely. Don't spend more than 60% on yourself."

Vision Over Money
- "The key is vision, not money."
- "People say they need money. You do not need money. You need vision."

Success and Poverty Costs
- "Poverty is a dangerous thing, costing much more than success."
- "The cost of success is cheaper than the cost of poverty."

Commitment to Change
- "The moment you commit to doing whatever it takes, you will see change."
- "The day you truly commit to change, everything shifts."

Empowerment and Self-Belief
- "Anyone can learn good money habits, regardless of their background."
- "Developing the right mindset and habits is crucial for success."

 

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"The Seven Pillars of Fulfillment: A Journey to Holistic Success"

Welcome to the EG Success Mindset Podcast. I'm grateful you could join me today, whether you're new or a returning listener from platforms like YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, or Amazon. Your time is valued, and I appreciate your presence. In this podcast, we delve into personal development and transformation, offering insightful discussions, expert reviews, and book series reviews.

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Today's episode focuses on a driving question in my life: why do we do what we do? Before diving into that, I want to share a personal story. On May 21st, I was in a car accident with my son. Despite demolishing a bus stop and our vehicle tumbling twice, we escaped with minor scratches by God's grace. This incident reinforced my commitment to share valuable information to impact lives positively.

 

In this episode, I'll discuss seven areas crucial for a fulfilled life. These include physical health, financial mastery, relationship enrichment, spiritual growth, emotional well-being, vocational fulfilment, and social connection. Balancing these areas is essential for a complete life. For example, nurturing your physical health is foundational, as we're spiritual beings having a physical experience.

 

Lastly, I'll share upcoming interviews with people who've succeeded in unique ways and are making significant changes locally and globally. Success is a journey of daily growth, not a destination. So, let's explore these seven life areas together. If you find the information useful, like, share, and comment on how you're implementing it in your life.

 

I'm from Kenya, and when I came to UK I used to tell my wife, I'm not a rabbit. I don't eat green vegetables. I eat refined food, i.e., meat and carbs. How ignorant I was, and I'm so glad that she never gave up on encouraging me to eat right. She introduced me to salads and supplements, and I think, wow, that was a God-sent lady.

 

Exercise. Are you taking physical exercise? Do you go for a walk? Are you stretching? Are you breathing right? What about rest? Do you sleep enough, or are you chasing money? Without sleep, rest, and nutrition, your body ages faster. Now, let's talk about emotional well-being. I've worked in mental health hospitals, and life can be challenging. Certain circumstances may overwhelm us, and sometimes it's not our fault.

 

Now, vocational fulfilment involves finding purpose in your work. Discover what you are created to do. Align your job with your unique gifts, because fulfilling work enriches life. Balancing professional success with personal fulfilment is crucial. Financial mastery is also vital. Align financial goals with personal values. Don’t outsource financial responsibility; take charge yourself. Learn to make, keep, and multiply money for growth and expansion.

 

Relationship enrichment involves effective communication, conflict resolution, and building trust. Improve relationships by starting with self-improvement. Social connections are crucial; build networks that work. Embrace diversity, empathy, and social responsibility. Lastly, spiritual growth is about connecting with the divine and inner wisdom. We are all spiritual beings, and cultivating mindfulness, gratitude, and inner peace is essential. Focus on all seven areas of life for balance, fulfilment, and success.

 

Life is a journey that every single one of us needs to engage in personally. So the seven areas of life is just to offer a holistic roadmap for personal development and empowerment. By nurturing each one of these seven areas, you can achieve balance, fulfilment and lasting success.

 

Until next time, thank you very much for watching. Like, subscribe and share. See you next time.

Mastering Life with Multitools and Fatherhood

In this episode of "Mastering Life," we delve into the fascinating parallels between a trusty multitool and the indispensable role of a father.

 

Explore how #versatility, #reliability, #adaptability, #resourcefulness, #soft-strength, #safety, #protection, and #dependability are essential traits both share.

 

Whether you're a parent, aspiring to be one, or simply looking for inspiration in everyday objects, this episode provides heartwarming insights and practical wisdom.

 

Tune in to discover how mastering these qualities can help you build stronger relationships and a more fulfilling life!

 

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New Post-Covid Money Series... #10 Good Money Habits

#1) Earn IT!! WORK SMART:

 

How do you earn your living?

 

There are two ways to make an ethical living, you work and money works. Employ BOTH…

 

Money makes an EXCELLENT #servant and a Horrible Master!

 

If your only reason for working is money, you are trapped in a rat race. Exiting the 'rat race' will require a shift in #Mindset… from working for money to working to provide value and rewarded with money among other benefits.

If you find yourself with more month than money, to is a sign you need to re-evaluate your priorities. A change of heart and mind [#repentance] is necessary for this to happen.

To win the #Money Game, you'll need a side #hustle… that is another money topic for another day.

 

#Parenting Tip!

If you have children, train them the value of hard work. #Chores are a great way to start, and it also increases the probability that they will take care of their #environment better in your absence.

 

#Work!

Work is not a dirty word. You and I were created to create. This is all work.

 

#Affirmation:

 

I love my work and I am well compensated for the value I bring to the marketplace.

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Law of Vibration & Attraction

Quote of the day:

“This may surprise or even shock you, but you have the God-given power to make up and create in your mind whatever good you desire.”  Rev. Ike

 

Using the Law of Attraction is a 4-step process: seek, ask, believe and receive. Let’s go into detail on each aspect.

1. Seek: to try and get or find something especially something that is not physical (Camb. Dicti.) investigate, search, aspire, look around for, fish for, ransack for, ask, strive for, root out, probe and look for… in other wards, desire inspires seeking. What is your hearts desire?
2. Ask: to put a question to someone, or to request an answer from someone. Synonyms: inquire, interrogate, query, and question
3. Believe: Accept that (something) is true, especially without proof (Oxford Dic). To accept something as true, genuine, or real, to have a firm conviction as to the goodness, efficacy, or ability of something (M.Webstar dic). To have faith, be confident, think, be convinced, accept, conclude, affirm, be certain, feel sure, conceive and postulate
4. Receive: to get or be given something: acquire, collect, inherit, obtain, accommodate, greet with open arms, intussusception, secure, take possession of.

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Quote of the day:

“There’s a redemptive power that making a choice has rather than feeling like you’re an effect to all the things that are happening. Make a choice. Just decide what it’s gonna be, who you’re gonna be, how you are going to do it. Just decide. And from that point, the universe will get out of your way.”

Will Smith

 

THE DREAMERS ARE THE BUILDERS  “Dream lofty dreams, and as you dream, so you shall become. Your VISION is the promise of what you shall one day BE; your IDEAL is the prophecy of what you shall at last UNVEIL.  The greatest achievement was at first, and for a time, a dream. The oak sleeps in the acorn; the bird waits in the egg; and in the highest vision of the soul, a waking angel stirs. Dreams are the seedlings of realities.  Your circumstances may be uncongenial, but they shall not long remain so, if you but perceive an ideal and strive to reach it. You cannot travel WITHIN, and stand still WITHOUT." James Allen, As A Man Thinketh

 

Your Hearts Desires What you want.

We are still working on the Science and Art of getting what you WANT NOT what you NEED. 

One of the reasons I love the UK is that there are provisions to help you with what you NEED and a legal system that allows one to pursue what they want. 

On refection, did you set a goal based on your needs or wants? Sometimes what you want is also what’s needed. The desires of our hearts are based on wants. Every comfort you are living in today was as a result of wants.

Let us not be stagnated by those who tell us to be satisfied with your needs being met,. If this was sufficient, inventions like the phone, cars and planes would never have manifested for us to enjoy; it is the Fathers' desire to give you the kingdom.

Phil 4:6: Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;

With this in mind, let us look at the LAWS that govern how we create our realities. I will outline the laws and we will explore each of them in little detail over the next few weeks. This way you can begin to understand that the coincidences in your life have a purpose whether you know it or not. The ultimate purpose being leading you to God the Father through the Son Jesus Christ. 

1. The Law of Vibration of Attraction: everything moves, or vibrates, nothing rests.
2. The Law of Perpetual Transmutation: explains that everything in the universe is the manifestation of energy in various levels of vibration. The unseen is moving into the unseen.
3. The Law of Rhythm: that everything is moving to and fro, flowing in and out up and down, left to right etc.
4. The Law of Relativity: all things are relative, including all laws.
5. The Law of Polarity: everything in the universe has its opposite
6. The Law of Cause and Effect/ karmic law or sowing & reaping: whatever you send into the Universe comes back. 
7. The Law of Gender: everything in nature is both male and female. This is the law of procreation.

Today I will talk about how we exist in three levels of awareness (Spirit/Soul/Body) and the relationship between the

The Spiritual Plane of Inspired Thoughts (Highest Potential) 

• Desire or Fear (vibrations)
• Thoughts
• Imagination

It’s vitally important to remember the words of one of the wisest kings who manifested supernatural realities like no other in his time. King Solomon said ‘guard your heart with all diligence for out of it flows the issues of life’ prov. 4:23. The BEST way to guard your heart is to give it to a MASTER Protector. One who’s ULTIMATE DESIRE is to keep you safe - Jesus Christ the MESSIAH all other so called masters, prophets and even gurus are still dead and the ones who are live are heading there, DECIDE! (click here to watch the case for Christ on Amazon)

Remember the law of perpetual transmutation that states that Spirit/Energy is forever moving from the unseen to the seen - or from spirit to form. This is the nature of consciousness. We are spiritual beings first and manifest in the physical plane last.

We capture spirit’s communication by thought vibrations. When we are aligned with a frequency, the brain translates the waves into a message we understand - either a feeling (heart) an image or a word in the brain.

We can use the human head to represent this part of manifestation the head is the part that we use to judge the world. It is here that we can make decisions to be or not to be. Here we choose. 

In this plane of existence, all things exist as potential, waves or vibrations. Using our imagination and reasoning, we begin to combine what we perceive in relation to our reality - need or want.

The Intellectual Plane of Ideas (Middle Potential) 

• Belief/Expectancy - perceptions, choices, information
• Feelings/Vibration - body biological

The brain is a switching station that is responsible for decoding the incoming intellectual message while the heart interprets the vibrational value of the message. If you live too much in your head, you rationalise everything while the ‘hearty’ person feels everything. The brain is male in nature while the heart is feminine. The brain chooses, the heart manifests. 

While scientists have focused on understanding the brain and its functions, thy have left the heart out. However, there is concrete evidence that the heart is much more powerful than the head.  

It is the integration of the two where we find peace of mind, health and wholeness. There are tools created that can measure your coherence ratios and analyse your hearts condition. I highly recommend getting familiar with such instruments.

“The heart’s electrical field is about 60 times greater in amplitude than the electrical activity generated by the brain. This field, measured in the form of an electrocardiogram (ECG), can be detected anywhere on the surface of the body. Furthermore, the magnetic field produced by the heart is more than 100 times greater in strength than the field generated by the brain and can be detected up to 3 feet away from the body, in all directions” HeartMath Inst. 

The Physical Plane of Results (Lowest Potential) - 

• Affirmation, Confession or Self Talk - when you ask for what you want (Ask,Seek,Knock), ways begin to show up as coincidences. As you speak, you are depositing ‘seeds’ in the atmosphere which will bring results sooner or later. Are you feeding Heavenly ideas by FAITH talk or the opposite by doubt and fear filled confessions?
• Inspired Feelings - The feeling is the feedback loop.  Keep self-correcting, you will make as many mistakes as are necessary till you find the way. At first, it will feel strange but keep going till the strange feeling becomes your new normal. Make that call, introduce yourself, ask for help, give something away, buy a new book… just DO something in line with what you want. Go as far as you can see, the way will open for you (faith in action).
• Manifestation in Action - If you can hold it in your head, keep the feeling alive in your body, trust and obey the inspired direction, it will be in your hands sooner or later. Have faith. 

The material world is the final stage of manifestation. It is what we call ‘reality’. However, the one who has the capacity to hold the image they have conceived from the spiritual realm, has a different reality all together. Walt Disney was known for saying that if all his team agreed with his idea, he would scrap it and make it much bigger.

Do you believe? Can you TRUST God? The path of obedience is narrow, the way is filled with challenges but the end thereof is joy everlasting. You will be tested.

The way of faith is taking inspired action towards the vision of promise. 

 

Summery - 

• We operate in three levels of consciousness.
• Your heart is more powerful than your head
• As you take action towards the goal, there is an equal and corresponding action towards you from the Spiritual realm. 

Phil 4:8 
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable— if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

NB: THE LAWS ARE NOT THE CREATOR! THEY ARE MODALITIES OF OPERATION AND REVEAL HOW CREATION HAPPENS. WORKING WITH THE LAW MAY GAIN YOU MATERIAL WEALTH BUT TO MEET YOUR FATHER, YOU NEED THE SON! FOR TO WHAT GAIN IS IT FOR A MAN TO GAIN THE WHOLE EARTH AND LOSE HIS SOUL?

#6 Stepping into your Future_The Art of Goal Setting & Achieving Series

 

Quote of the day:

“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.” \

– Nelson Mandela

You have chosen your goal, it’s time start working towards what you want. We have built the foundation (mental Faculties) and we will start building upon it. Let us step into the manifestation process of your desired good. The speed will be based on your intensity of application of both the mental and physical actions. 

Influencing your Thoughts:

According to scientists, the average person has between 18,000 - 50,000 thoughts a day!! Depending in your ‘default setting’/ personality or temperament, some of this thoughts will enter your unconscious mind without any resistance or evaluation i.e they will by-pass your ‘gate keeper’ or conscious mind without your knowledge. 

How do you protect your mind from the mental assault? 

Since you can not monitor all the incoming thoughts, you need an effective strategy. Interrupting your internal dialogue is one of the most effective way. The battle for your life is not physical but spiritual/vibrational in nature. Considering that the brain is a switching station and pick up information from our surrounding, you can redirect the energy flow by changing the running script.

• Speak - Your words curry vibrational power. When released, they influence the environment which returns to you what you sent

2 Cor 10:3-5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. 4 For

 the weapons of our warfare are not [a]carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, 5 casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ,

 

Chose your thoughts carefully, if repeated frequently, they have power to change your destiny.

“Thoughts are language of the brain, feelings are the language of the body.” Dr. J Dispenza.

 

Understanding your Feelings - 

This is the language of the subconscious mind. They make us feel + towards or - from. What kind of feelings do you experience when you imagine your goal? If you have set a good goal that will stretch your capacity both mentally and physically, you will generate foreign uncomfortable feelings. This is followed by associating the feelings with either positive or negative past experiences.

Positive and negative emotion help orient you as you work toward achieving your goals. Your mind acts as a series of maps that specify a journey. These maps help you perceive goals and aims, understand where you are, and calculate a path forward. Positive and negative emotion function to help you understand your location relative to your goals and to motivate you toward or away from them. 

 

We perceive those emotions as a measure of how effective and valid the map is. We calibrate our emotions, both positive and negative, based on the emotions of those around us. The more you make progress towards your goal, you will increase positive feeling within yourself.

 

Prov 15:13 -  A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the  heart crushes the spirit.

 

By moving towards the new set goal, you will experience strange feelings in your body. This will come as a warning sign that you are moving away from the norm. It’s a sign of growth. You subconscious is telling you that you are entering new territory and you should be ware of risks. This is the place we either move back to safety or forward into growth.

Your feelings need to be updated in line with the emotions needed for the new destination. This will happen via your imagination. Since the mind doesn’t know reality from imagined ‘fiction’, we use our imagination faculty to produce the images and feelings of the new future. Your nervous system will log the new sensations in your body which will make it easier for you to repeat the imagined action in real life.

Automatic Action:

This is an indication of growth. The strange feelings are an indication that you are moving into the known/comfort zone into the unknown. It doesn’t matter if the action is imagined or real, it will feel strange. You are more likely to move forward into growth or backwards into ‘safety’. If you have ever made a sales call, attended the first interview or had to introduce yourself to a new person or crowd, you know that feeling. 

In order to take consistent action towards growth, you can start taking the journey mentally, record the feeling in your body and make it familiar to your nervous system. You will need to engage your imagination and be open to the possibility or the mental image becoming a reality. The intensity of reality and frequency of repetition you employ will determine how fast you can take real physical action without thinking to run back to safety. This is what it means to walk by faith and not by sight. 

 

Mark 11:24: Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

 

Understanding your Results:

The law of sowing and reaping dictates that whatsoever a man saws, he will reap. 

 

If you take actions, there will be corresponding and equal reaction. The results you get will not be as imagined. In fact, they are more likely to be way off. However, do not be discouraged. Know that it is working. Have faith and go into your ‘closet’ and pray - ask and receive in your mind and heart. Feel the waves of gratitude and then get back in the field and repeat the actions over and over again. 

 

Do not give up your vision of good until you receive. It is important to realise that the higher the quality of your goal, the higher the test. In the peruse of your goal, it will appear as if you are ‘loosing’ money, time sleep or even your mind. That is the point you need to recalibrate.

 

Calibrating Thoughts, feelings and actions:

The results you get initially will not be what you expect. In fact, they will be out of alignment with your goal. So before you get frustrated, remember that the road is not the destination. There are no straight roads in life.  

Remind yourself why is it so important for you to get the result you want. Are you making progress? Are you getting comfortable with the discomfort?

Could this be the way it is supposed to feel?

Summery - stepping out of the past into your goal:

• On average, your brain will process over 30,000 thoughts. Capture them with you spoken word.
• Your feelings are indicators if you are moving towards or away from your goal. Strange feelings will manifest if you are growing.
• If your results do not match your expectation, analyse them in relation to your goal and do what works. Seek help from a person who has manifested similar goals. 

 

Phil 4:8 

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

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4#. The Art of Goal Setting & Achieving Series_Mental Faculties

Quote of the day:

“You have all the reason in the world to achieve your grandest dreams. Imagination plus innovation equals realisation.”

Denis Waitley

Memory

Def: The ability of an organism to record information about things or events with the facility of recalling them later at will.

Memory is the faculty by which the brain encodes, stores, and retrieves information. It is a record of experience that guides future action.

Rehearsal: Repetition of an item in short-term memory in order to store it in long-term memory. Generally without repetition, memory is hardly formed!

Although I am still learning this information, I can testify that memory can indeed be improved through ridiculous associations. 

 

Joshua 1:8 - This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.

 

Repetition is the mother of learning. By affirmatively declaring what you desire to see in your life, you will behold sooner or later. 

 

How can you develop your memory?

There are many ways you can develop memory, some simple and others very long and complicated. One of the best way is to find a tested and proven technique and use it to your advantage. Among the various ways I've come across, Ron White's training made sense and is easy to apply. You can check out his training course here: GreatestMemoryCourse

 

If you prefer to do some more reading in this area, this article by VeryWell Mind is very helpful.

 

Perception

Perception refers to the way sensory information is organised, interpreted, and consciously experienced. Perceptions are built from sensory input, how we interpret those sensations is influenced by our available knowledge, our experiences, and our thoughts

 

Num 13:33

 There we saw the [h]giants (the descendants of Anak came from the giants); and we were like[i] grasshoppers in our own sight, and so we were in their sight.”

Num 14:9 

Only do not rebel against the Lord, nor fear the people of the land, for they[c] are our bread; their protection has departed from them, and the Lord is with us. Do not fear them.”

 

How do you perceive yourself?  What is your perception about 2021? Who are you allowing to shape how you perceive yourself?

Will the goals you have set for yourself help you discover more of who you can become or will they be a repetition of previous results?

 

“Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough”
― Oprah Winfrey