Ever wake up feeling blah (like something opposite the yumminess of chocolate. same color)?
When each step of your daily morning meditation/yoga feels like torture?
Well, boys and girls, I am having one of those FABULOUS parties going on right now.
And of all days New Year's Eve.
The Universe sure has a sense of humor.
What's the amusing lesson I wonder?
Each step I take today is literally an accomplishment.
All my body and mind wants to do is crawl back into bed.
Feel all achy. Nausea too. Or is it my body pulling a fast one on me?
I have tasks to complete by 1pm and my mind can move so much faster while my physical actions are lagging quite a bit behind.
I asked my sister to shovel the snow & of course she asked why I'm not shoveling with her. Now, she's a good kid. Just 13 yrs old and normally preoccupied with other things.
I admitted to her I really was having trouble starting my day and I would be very grateful if she could do me a favor and shovel it.
It worked. She listened and she came to my aid.
Awwwww. (little flicker of spark). I am grateful to have her in my life. Thank you.
I'm sitting at my desk getting my body and mind into motion.
It's actually quite hilarious looking at myself from a 3rd person.
What can I do to get "me" up and running again?
An email from a friend added the spark to fire me up just enough. Thanks Teri.
I am listening to Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill.
He talked about “quitters never win and winners never quit.”
I have heard this before but it is taking on new dimensions.
Is success as simple as never quitting? No, but it is an absolutely critical element.
So onward HO!!! woohoo. I'm back.
Now, how to add a little playfulness into these heavy steps to make it fluffier and lighter?
Just keep swimming.
Just keep swimming.
Swim swim swim swim swim swim swimming.
-Dory the blue fish from Nemo singing to the father Marlon. Cheering him on to venture into the dangerous open sea from the Great Barrier Reef, Australia, to find his son Nemo who's captive in the fish tank of a dentist's office in Sydney.
I know it's a story. What an adventure. If you haven't seen it. Great movie.
It's about keeping the eye on the ball. Staying focused.
If the WHY is strong enough, the HOW will all come in.
I'm moving tin man speed now.
Better and with repeated movements, the engine is slowly revving.
AHHHHH. I am grateful for my body, my altar, my life.
I am grateful of the magical thing called warmth and heat that makes you feel comfy.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
ZIG ZIGLAR - SETTING GOALS
I believe that no matter who you are, we can always benefit from being inspired and reminded how we can master our skills.
I've been guilty myself interrupting and stopping people from teaching me because "I already know that."
Now, I accept the role as a student. Even if you tell me something I already know, I can always take your information and look at it from a deeper or different perspective.
The lessons I received from this video (Thanks Christy):
We all have same amount of time whether millionaire or pauper.
We all have 24 hours, every single day.
NOT LACK OF TIME. It's lack of direction.
We will never make it as a wandering generality. Be a meaningful specific.
People busy busy bees. Going going going. Never accomplish anything because they don't have clearly identifiable objectives.
Don't confuse activity with accomplishments.
SETTING GOALS
1. write down objective
2. time I expect to complete
3. identified the obstacle/challenge I have to overcome
4. identified ppl/groups/organizations to work with
5. divised a plan of action to do it. set time limit.
6. what I need to know
7. what's in it for me
The videos are 4-5 min long. Enjoy.
PART 1
PART 2
PART 3
I've been guilty myself interrupting and stopping people from teaching me because "I already know that."
Now, I accept the role as a student. Even if you tell me something I already know, I can always take your information and look at it from a deeper or different perspective.
The lessons I received from this video (Thanks Christy):
We all have same amount of time whether millionaire or pauper.
We all have 24 hours, every single day.
NOT LACK OF TIME. It's lack of direction.
We will never make it as a wandering generality. Be a meaningful specific.
People busy busy bees. Going going going. Never accomplish anything because they don't have clearly identifiable objectives.
Don't confuse activity with accomplishments.
SETTING GOALS
1. write down objective
2. time I expect to complete
3. identified the obstacle/challenge I have to overcome
4. identified ppl/groups/organizations to work with
5. divised a plan of action to do it. set time limit.
6. what I need to know
7. what's in it for me
The videos are 4-5 min long. Enjoy.
PART 1
PART 2
PART 3
Magnificent & Priceless
Something I learned at the amazing business forum I attended.
"Never EVER diminish the magnificence of another or allow it to be done to you."
FOR OTHERS:
It sounds like common sense.
Yet, it's so easy to let a judgment slip through that could effect another person.
TO be conscious and aware of each word you speak. Responsible.
See the greatness in each person and reflect that back to them.
Especially when they really can't see it.
This is the gift we can easily give each other that is priceless.
And something for yourself:
“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, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child (of the universe). Your playing small does not serve the world. There is 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 (the Divine) 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 are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
----from A Return to Love, by Marianne Williamson.
"Never EVER diminish the magnificence of another or allow it to be done to you."
FOR OTHERS:
It sounds like common sense.
Yet, it's so easy to let a judgment slip through that could effect another person.
TO be conscious and aware of each word you speak. Responsible.
See the greatness in each person and reflect that back to them.
Especially when they really can't see it.
This is the gift we can easily give each other that is priceless.
And something for yourself:
“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, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child (of the universe). Your playing small does not serve the world. There is 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 (the Divine) 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 are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
----from A Return to Love, by Marianne Williamson.
Reflect 2009
Happy Holidays,
As we draw near to the end of another amazing year, I want to encourage you to remember all of the wonderful experiences you have had this year and remember to give gratitude for everything you already have.
“The richest man is not always the one who has the most, but sometimes the one who needs the least.” Author Unknown
Take some time over the next few days and reflect on all the gifts and miracles that have come your way this year and share your journey with someone in your life. Your willingness to give of yourself may inspire another to do the same, and the effective ripple this creates can have wondrous effects all over the world. You may never know just how much your openness becomes a gift to someone else.
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Gandhi
Let the more mature one among you, be the first to take the necessary step. Reach out to those less fortunate than you and share with them the light within you.
I want to remind you of how very valuable you are.
“On this day of your life, dear friend, I believe the universe wants you to know…
…that you are valued more than you know, by more people than you think.
It might be good to get in touch today with your true worth. It is much higher than you often give it credit for being — and now is a perfect time to know, and to gently assert, that fact.
This is not about arrogance and it is not about over confidence. It is about a simple, dignified Knowing.
You will not have to think but a second to understand precisely why you received this message today.”
–Neale Donald Walsch
I wish you a prosperous New Year for 2010.
Hold on to your horses, it's going to be one heck of a ride for the year of the Metal Tiger.
May you see the blessings in all things that come your way.
Lots of love.
As we draw near to the end of another amazing year, I want to encourage you to remember all of the wonderful experiences you have had this year and remember to give gratitude for everything you already have.
“The richest man is not always the one who has the most, but sometimes the one who needs the least.” Author Unknown
Take some time over the next few days and reflect on all the gifts and miracles that have come your way this year and share your journey with someone in your life. Your willingness to give of yourself may inspire another to do the same, and the effective ripple this creates can have wondrous effects all over the world. You may never know just how much your openness becomes a gift to someone else.
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Gandhi
Let the more mature one among you, be the first to take the necessary step. Reach out to those less fortunate than you and share with them the light within you.
I want to remind you of how very valuable you are.
“On this day of your life, dear friend, I believe the universe wants you to know…
…that you are valued more than you know, by more people than you think.
It might be good to get in touch today with your true worth. It is much higher than you often give it credit for being — and now is a perfect time to know, and to gently assert, that fact.
This is not about arrogance and it is not about over confidence. It is about a simple, dignified Knowing.
You will not have to think but a second to understand precisely why you received this message today.”
–Neale Donald Walsch
I wish you a prosperous New Year for 2010.
Hold on to your horses, it's going to be one heck of a ride for the year of the Metal Tiger.
May you see the blessings in all things that come your way.
Lots of love.
Raising the Bar
A friend of mine, Teri told me about an audio book and it resonated with a dream I had many years ago.
The answer. YES it’s possible. I will add this to my list of future projects.
“Teach Like Your Hair Is On Fire” by a top US teacher. It is for teachers but it’s all about setting a higher bar in the classroom and what this teacher has done with ordinary kids from lower economic groups – nothing short of miraculous. Annual full length Shakespeare plays complete with full rock band soundtracks 100% done by middle schoolers. Amazing travel every year. Learning to play multiple musical instruments. Reading great literature. Film club. Math excellence. Starting voluntarily 1 hour before school starts and doing lots of voluntary extra learning opps in the evening.
As the teacher says, they are ordinary students who are given an opportunity to rise to the occasion, to treat learning like it’s a opportunity, to learn on purpose, and they excel and reach the stars.
Some of the highest scores in the country, year after year after year, by students that speak English as a second language.
The specifics in the book are only applicable to school teachers and parents. The theme is for those who are in the process of excelling, purposefully working to improve, and the ultimate results.
Give me a “M”, give me a “A”, give me a “S”, give me a “T”, give me an “E”, give me a “R”, give me a “Y”. What does that spell?
Teri, thanks for sharing this with me.
I enjoy physical adventure. Nothing compares to mastery.
I LOVE the path of mastering my life and living it perfectly.
I love the thrill of raising the bar for myself. Challenging myself.
Many great minds have said this in 1 form or another.
If you can master yourself, you can master anything.
The answer. YES it’s possible. I will add this to my list of future projects.
“Teach Like Your Hair Is On Fire” by a top US teacher. It is for teachers but it’s all about setting a higher bar in the classroom and what this teacher has done with ordinary kids from lower economic groups – nothing short of miraculous. Annual full length Shakespeare plays complete with full rock band soundtracks 100% done by middle schoolers. Amazing travel every year. Learning to play multiple musical instruments. Reading great literature. Film club. Math excellence. Starting voluntarily 1 hour before school starts and doing lots of voluntary extra learning opps in the evening.
As the teacher says, they are ordinary students who are given an opportunity to rise to the occasion, to treat learning like it’s a opportunity, to learn on purpose, and they excel and reach the stars.
Some of the highest scores in the country, year after year after year, by students that speak English as a second language.
The specifics in the book are only applicable to school teachers and parents. The theme is for those who are in the process of excelling, purposefully working to improve, and the ultimate results.
Give me a “M”, give me a “A”, give me a “S”, give me a “T”, give me an “E”, give me a “R”, give me a “Y”. What does that spell?
Teri, thanks for sharing this with me.
I enjoy physical adventure. Nothing compares to mastery.
I LOVE the path of mastering my life and living it perfectly.
I love the thrill of raising the bar for myself. Challenging myself.
Many great minds have said this in 1 form or another.
If you can master yourself, you can master anything.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
My financial education journey till now
It's funny how life works. It's an adventure everyday. My favorite...stretching myself daily.
You ever experience there's something you would like to do and you also feel a fear "let's not go there"? Let me just say, when it does that, it's a sign to "just do it" (Nike). I can go into psycho babble with the why. Perhaps another day.
COURAGE IS THE MASTERY OF FEAR, NOT THE LACK OF IT. - UNKNOWN
You are either growing or dying. GROWTH is the mother of PASSION. -Keith Cunningham
May I share my journey with you?
I grew up in a business environment learning about numbers, books, contracts, all that "fun" stuff... yet I never quite understood it. It's like knowing the Abc's and unable to write poetry. I could've used my environment to really flourish, absorbed lots of experience with connections, and of course as a teenager, that's not exactly my priority. I saw business as blah and boring. Now, an artist..ahhh. Creative, fun, freedom.
The best way I would describe business for me is being thrown into the ocean with no idea how to swim. I figured out that wiggling my arms and feet in a particular way kept me from drowning. I'm sure there was some dog paddling involved. I wouldn't know since I don't know what's what. It wasn't the most productive and efficient way. I survived for many years in a nice ignorant bliss.
Then 3 years ago, a small thought started nibbling at me...what if there's a simpler way? Is there something I don't know that I can't see?
Now, I'm totally resistant to business and doing business. Quite amusing. I took some accounting classes and I found it simple just tedious, and couldn't create interest in it. Next.
I stumbled upon a book written by Donald Trump & Robert Kiyosaki (author of Rich Dad, Poor Dad) that made me pause for a second. Normally, any book that sounded like money, business or finance is crossed off as BORing. However, seeing 2 bigshot guys coming together as a team to teach tickled my curiosity. This started my journey of business and financial education. (sidenote...life works in funny ways and it's pretty exact in a freaky way. The date I read the book, 12/06. Registered for Kiyosaki's program 12/29/06. Hmmm. Thank you universe).
Their teachings were a bit vague but new and different. So I dived into some programs with Robert Kiyosaki. Interesting, yet didn't resonate with me. I liked the Cash Flow Rat Race game to practice thinking outside of our normal box. They even created a version for kids. Great training tool for the younger generation to connect with the older generation. Next.
I took a 1 day course with Barbara Stanny to learn how women think about money differently from men. Learned some new perspectives that we have some programmed beliefs and expectations. It took me deeper on my journey, still on the surface. Next.
I thought maybe some 1 on 1 Financial coaching could give me the answers I was seeking. It's always fuzzy and nice to have someone support and hold my hand. Wasn't it. Next.
At this point, I still wasn't friends with finance and business. Getting acquainted, Yes.
Then a *sparkle * crossed my path. An invitation to a jewelry and wine event. Hmmm...intrigued. Turns out it was the 1st MLM business that I was interested in. Jewelry I can buy and sell or use as inventory. How fun. No worries if jewelry sits around too long. The value only goes up. So business can be fun and I joined Global Wealth Trade. I also loved how they they thanked ppl with a $100 jewelry gift certificate just for checking out the business presentation. Give 1st to receive.
The people on my team had an energy I resonated with, a hunger and passion for growth. They pointed me to Peak Potentials Training - Millionaire Mind Intensive to learn about my money blueprint.
A friend had recommended me to take it last year and it was free. I went on the website and when I saw it was $2000, I allowed that to stop me. This time, she had free tickets for me. There was no reason for me to say no to learning from a successful businessman.
"Give me five minutes and I can predict your financial future!" - T. Harv Eker
Me being the curious kitty, I was off to discover what my money blueprint was. I listened and absorbed. I liked how they taught something tangible like money and explained the intangibles that imprison us. There was something good they were teaching. I just needed more time to absorb and open my mind to shift. I experienced my 1st taste of fear and took action in spite of it. Very liberating to know I can be greater than the person I think I am. I experienced support and watched how ppl went through the same struggles that I had. Everyone connected at a heart level. This tasted and felt right. More.
I wanted to keep the momentum and took "Never Work Again" that showed me many variations of investments I never even imagined possible. I could feel my horizon expanding. Being successful is not so much about money, it's about creativity and thinking outside the box. I could feel myself slowly growing more fondly about business. I had no interest in stocks or trade. Very dry stuff. And then it's like the lightbulb went on. "DING". I found my next stepping stone.
I was inspired by Bill Bartmann. A millionaire who started with nothing. Went bankrupt and didn't let failure stop him. Even though he was a hardcore businessman, he created his company with heart. He showed me a side of business I never knew was possible. A business that actually cares. I like Bill and his business. It just wasn't resonating with me. More.
My other mentor was Keith Cunningham. This man had the ability to explain business using love & emotions. (Now, how could I not resonate with that)? He also happens to be Robert Kiyosaki's "rich dad". I always believe if you have to spend the time and money to learn, if possible learn from the source (or as close as you can get).
If you haven't figured it out by now, I don't see value in paying $80,000 for an MBA and lots of ppl I know who has it says it doesn't do much either. It's a nice piece of paper that works for some ppl. Keith taught a 4Day MBA which of course resonated with me. He made business super simple and then offered Business Mastery where we created board of directors from the class to hold each other accountable. I threw myself into a business environment I've never been in. Ppl involved in big deals, huge challenges...and watching how they discovered their solution.
The greatest gift out of these workshops and courses...the ppl I met. These strangers have become my friends, advisers, my team that holds me accountable for what I say I will do and vice versa. Listening to the things they do, how much they do inspires me to be the best I can be. If they can do it, I can do it. I never knew in business you could develop such true bonds (breaking down my old beliefs). More.
Then I signed up for a bootcamp called Guerrilla Business School. I felt I had done a good amount of learning, it's time for more interaction. The pearls I walked away from this was I knew more than I gave myself credit for. I do have the skills and just didn't know how to label it. Many of this was very natural for me because I grew up just doing it and took it for granted. More.
I asked around for what would take me higher and push me further...Enlightened Warrior Bootcamp. I heard how intense it was mentally and physically and well...I wasn't feeling comfortable jumping into it. Yet, my soul said "do it". It was the best choice I ever made. It challenged me like I've never been challenged before. Showed me what I was truly made of. There was a point where I just couldn't take 1 step forward, frozen in fear (ok a few times). Yet, I found the inner strength to go on and also ask for team support. I learned to slowly let go of the belief that I have to do it all myself. Being a team wasn't just about work and winning. It's about caring, open-hearted and leaving no one behind. I slowly started seeing through my illusions and who I truly was inside. My team reflected back to me what they saw in me that I never knew. I started to shift my view of who I thought I was vs. who I am.
I stayed in my warrior speed and took Wizard Training Camp. Wizard was a bit softer than warrior and took the lessons I learned deeper. Practicing the warrior's integrity of doing whatever it takes. 100% committed with a mix of the soft magical ways of the wizard. All this was perfect for me because I am an artist by nature and when I can create and merge things, that is my greatest joy and passion. To merge all the things I've learned and apply it to business, family, and life to create my own masterpiece.
It all seems like a challenging game to me now... How can I be successful, enjoy what I do and contribute joy to others?
My story was having money, being rich was somehow evil. Like all things, it all depends on the individual. "With great power, comes great responsibility." -? Parker
My passion for my business is to care for my loved ones, make sure they are secure and then make a difference in this world by teaching ppl how to fish vs. feeding them fish everyday. Money can't buy love nor is it magic. However, it has it's benefits which I can appreciate it now.
Money is like everything else. Just energy. Not good or bad. I know the direction. Just not sure about the how. Many of my teachers repeat this all the time. "If your why is strong enough, the how will show up."
My peak of the journey for this year was CEO SPACE. A 10 day forum in a cooperative environment where everyone helps each other reach their next step. It feels like I've done so much and yet have nothing to show for it. Finally, things are starting to make sense.
I can see my path. Doesn't make it easier or remove the butterflies in my stomach.
I am ready. I have everything I need. Key is staying focused and knowing what I have to do.
Over, under, around or through...whatever it takes, I will do. -ewtc
In CEO Space they teach us, learn, earn and return.
To truly master something, share and teach it to others.
These are some of the materials I used on my journey. Click here to learn more.
Thank you for reading my journey.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.
You ever experience there's something you would like to do and you also feel a fear "let's not go there"? Let me just say, when it does that, it's a sign to "just do it" (Nike). I can go into psycho babble with the why. Perhaps another day.
COURAGE IS THE MASTERY OF FEAR, NOT THE LACK OF IT. - UNKNOWN
You are either growing or dying. GROWTH is the mother of PASSION. -Keith Cunningham
May I share my journey with you?
I grew up in a business environment learning about numbers, books, contracts, all that "fun" stuff... yet I never quite understood it. It's like knowing the Abc's and unable to write poetry. I could've used my environment to really flourish, absorbed lots of experience with connections, and of course as a teenager, that's not exactly my priority. I saw business as blah and boring. Now, an artist..ahhh. Creative, fun, freedom.
The best way I would describe business for me is being thrown into the ocean with no idea how to swim. I figured out that wiggling my arms and feet in a particular way kept me from drowning. I'm sure there was some dog paddling involved. I wouldn't know since I don't know what's what. It wasn't the most productive and efficient way. I survived for many years in a nice ignorant bliss.
Then 3 years ago, a small thought started nibbling at me...what if there's a simpler way? Is there something I don't know that I can't see?
Now, I'm totally resistant to business and doing business. Quite amusing. I took some accounting classes and I found it simple just tedious, and couldn't create interest in it. Next.
I stumbled upon a book written by Donald Trump & Robert Kiyosaki (author of Rich Dad, Poor Dad) that made me pause for a second. Normally, any book that sounded like money, business or finance is crossed off as BORing. However, seeing 2 bigshot guys coming together as a team to teach tickled my curiosity. This started my journey of business and financial education. (sidenote...life works in funny ways and it's pretty exact in a freaky way. The date I read the book, 12/06. Registered for Kiyosaki's program 12/29/06. Hmmm. Thank you universe).
Their teachings were a bit vague but new and different. So I dived into some programs with Robert Kiyosaki. Interesting, yet didn't resonate with me. I liked the Cash Flow Rat Race game to practice thinking outside of our normal box. They even created a version for kids. Great training tool for the younger generation to connect with the older generation. Next.
I took a 1 day course with Barbara Stanny to learn how women think about money differently from men. Learned some new perspectives that we have some programmed beliefs and expectations. It took me deeper on my journey, still on the surface. Next.
I thought maybe some 1 on 1 Financial coaching could give me the answers I was seeking. It's always fuzzy and nice to have someone support and hold my hand. Wasn't it. Next.
At this point, I still wasn't friends with finance and business. Getting acquainted, Yes.
Then a *sparkle * crossed my path. An invitation to a jewelry and wine event. Hmmm...intrigued. Turns out it was the 1st MLM business that I was interested in. Jewelry I can buy and sell or use as inventory. How fun. No worries if jewelry sits around too long. The value only goes up. So business can be fun and I joined Global Wealth Trade. I also loved how they they thanked ppl with a $100 jewelry gift certificate just for checking out the business presentation. Give 1st to receive.
The people on my team had an energy I resonated with, a hunger and passion for growth. They pointed me to Peak Potentials Training - Millionaire Mind Intensive to learn about my money blueprint.
A friend had recommended me to take it last year and it was free. I went on the website and when I saw it was $2000, I allowed that to stop me. This time, she had free tickets for me. There was no reason for me to say no to learning from a successful businessman.
"Give me five minutes and I can predict your financial future!" - T. Harv Eker
Me being the curious kitty, I was off to discover what my money blueprint was. I listened and absorbed. I liked how they taught something tangible like money and explained the intangibles that imprison us. There was something good they were teaching. I just needed more time to absorb and open my mind to shift. I experienced my 1st taste of fear and took action in spite of it. Very liberating to know I can be greater than the person I think I am. I experienced support and watched how ppl went through the same struggles that I had. Everyone connected at a heart level. This tasted and felt right. More.
I wanted to keep the momentum and took "Never Work Again" that showed me many variations of investments I never even imagined possible. I could feel my horizon expanding. Being successful is not so much about money, it's about creativity and thinking outside the box. I could feel myself slowly growing more fondly about business. I had no interest in stocks or trade. Very dry stuff. And then it's like the lightbulb went on. "DING". I found my next stepping stone.
I was inspired by Bill Bartmann. A millionaire who started with nothing. Went bankrupt and didn't let failure stop him. Even though he was a hardcore businessman, he created his company with heart. He showed me a side of business I never knew was possible. A business that actually cares. I like Bill and his business. It just wasn't resonating with me. More.
My other mentor was Keith Cunningham. This man had the ability to explain business using love & emotions. (Now, how could I not resonate with that)? He also happens to be Robert Kiyosaki's "rich dad". I always believe if you have to spend the time and money to learn, if possible learn from the source (or as close as you can get).
If you haven't figured it out by now, I don't see value in paying $80,000 for an MBA and lots of ppl I know who has it says it doesn't do much either. It's a nice piece of paper that works for some ppl. Keith taught a 4Day MBA which of course resonated with me. He made business super simple and then offered Business Mastery where we created board of directors from the class to hold each other accountable. I threw myself into a business environment I've never been in. Ppl involved in big deals, huge challenges...and watching how they discovered their solution.
The greatest gift out of these workshops and courses...the ppl I met. These strangers have become my friends, advisers, my team that holds me accountable for what I say I will do and vice versa. Listening to the things they do, how much they do inspires me to be the best I can be. If they can do it, I can do it. I never knew in business you could develop such true bonds (breaking down my old beliefs). More.
Then I signed up for a bootcamp called Guerrilla Business School. I felt I had done a good amount of learning, it's time for more interaction. The pearls I walked away from this was I knew more than I gave myself credit for. I do have the skills and just didn't know how to label it. Many of this was very natural for me because I grew up just doing it and took it for granted. More.
I asked around for what would take me higher and push me further...Enlightened Warrior Bootcamp. I heard how intense it was mentally and physically and well...I wasn't feeling comfortable jumping into it. Yet, my soul said "do it". It was the best choice I ever made. It challenged me like I've never been challenged before. Showed me what I was truly made of. There was a point where I just couldn't take 1 step forward, frozen in fear (ok a few times). Yet, I found the inner strength to go on and also ask for team support. I learned to slowly let go of the belief that I have to do it all myself. Being a team wasn't just about work and winning. It's about caring, open-hearted and leaving no one behind. I slowly started seeing through my illusions and who I truly was inside. My team reflected back to me what they saw in me that I never knew. I started to shift my view of who I thought I was vs. who I am.
I stayed in my warrior speed and took Wizard Training Camp. Wizard was a bit softer than warrior and took the lessons I learned deeper. Practicing the warrior's integrity of doing whatever it takes. 100% committed with a mix of the soft magical ways of the wizard. All this was perfect for me because I am an artist by nature and when I can create and merge things, that is my greatest joy and passion. To merge all the things I've learned and apply it to business, family, and life to create my own masterpiece.
It all seems like a challenging game to me now... How can I be successful, enjoy what I do and contribute joy to others?
My story was having money, being rich was somehow evil. Like all things, it all depends on the individual. "With great power, comes great responsibility." -? Parker
My passion for my business is to care for my loved ones, make sure they are secure and then make a difference in this world by teaching ppl how to fish vs. feeding them fish everyday. Money can't buy love nor is it magic. However, it has it's benefits which I can appreciate it now.
Money is like everything else. Just energy. Not good or bad. I know the direction. Just not sure about the how. Many of my teachers repeat this all the time. "If your why is strong enough, the how will show up."
My peak of the journey for this year was CEO SPACE. A 10 day forum in a cooperative environment where everyone helps each other reach their next step. It feels like I've done so much and yet have nothing to show for it. Finally, things are starting to make sense.
I can see my path. Doesn't make it easier or remove the butterflies in my stomach.
I am ready. I have everything I need. Key is staying focused and knowing what I have to do.
Over, under, around or through...whatever it takes, I will do. -ewtc
In CEO Space they teach us, learn, earn and return.
To truly master something, share and teach it to others.
These are some of the materials I used on my journey. Click here to learn more.
Thank you for reading my journey.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
What is Black Sect Tantric Buddhist Feng Shui?
WHAT IS BLACK SECT TANTRIC BUDDHIST FENG SHUI?
Black Sect Tantric Buddhist Feng Shui, or BTB, has a history that traces back several thousand years, encompassing four distinct stages.
1. The First Stage has primitive roots found in Tibetan Bon tradition.
2. Then 2500 years ago from
3. From
4. Today, Black Sect Tantric Buddhist Feng Shui has moved to the West, marking its Fourth Stage. This "new" Fourth Stage incorporates modern sciences, social studies, architecture, psychology, bau-biology, medicine, ecology etc. bridging ancient mystical origins with modern western knowledge.
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