How can I obtain the skills, knowledge, and understanding to succeed in the any area of life?
It's not a superhuman power. It's simply the role of an extraordinary person, and we all possess the capacity to play one.
"I'm not a doctor, but I play one on TV."
Fake it until we make it.
We play the part until the part becomes real.
Who we become is who rehearse ourselves to be. The roles we play today define define the lives we lead tomorrow.
With this knowledge, self-doubt need not hold me back. Doing what I love today insures that I will do more of it later. It's how we build skill. And it's the areas we become skillful at that bring value to others. That value is translated through the income we earn that allows us to do more of what we love to do. It's a cycle.
I posses the belief that support the truth that anything is possible for any of us. I am just as capable (and deserving of greatness as anyone else).
My daily practice boosts awareness. I notice the impact of the choices I make and the outcomes produced (based on the choices I make).
I actively seek (and listen to) authentic feedback. I know there's always knowledge to be gained and that the more knowledge I gain, the more confidence I obtain.
That while most people create stories to explain, complain, and justify their actions, I know I am 100% responsible for everything.
I master the art of skillful communication by being explicit in my requests and expectations. Refocusing on purpose greater than ourselves. Making my goals impersonal ones. I listen carefully to the needs of others.
I seek opportunities to acknowledge others for their contribution by providing positive feedback.
I know that I can overcome any challenge through communication.
Transferring knowledge into action.
When you see something, say something.
What prevents me from living extraordinary?
No single focus. Obligations that are out of site and out of mind. I fail to finish what I start. As a result, static mental clutter builds. Without focus, I'm derailed, distracted, and lack direction.
Rest. If I don't get enough sleep, I lack the mental strength to overcome urges. After 9PM is when I'm at the greatest risk of making unskilled choices.
Money. My lack of knowledge about money has me worrying about it. My failure to stay focused on my 10k sprits has created financial strain.
Not leaving the past in the past. Hanging on to the way things used to be. Falling into a negative thought cycle of regret for action taken or not taken.
Thoughts of envy, jealousy, resentment, criticism, judgement, inferiority.
What can I do to ward off these gremlins?
I have learned that turning off the internet allows me to be a more effective writer. There are many great distraction free editors to choose from.
I have discovered a low carb diet provides more sustained energy throughout the day w/out the distraction of hunger.
Get a single notebook. I continue to use different