Posts Tagged ‘Mind’

Are you on the right path? Should you quit or stick it out? Are you frustrated thinking you’re working and working and, yet, not accomplishing anything? Should you keep going…persevere? Or, would it be better to give up. Maybe the universe is giving you a sign that you’re going in the wrong direction.

Well, those are questions that have come to my mind recently…and, frequently as I pursue my entrepreneurial path and financial goals. I get up each morning with a well-defined “to do” list. I accomplish each of those tasks and cross them off one by one. I get up Read the rest of this entry »

Man’s mind is what separates him from other animals. Animals have instincts…they react in response to stimuli. Man has creative capacity. We hold a vast storehouse of data that allows for original problem solving.

It’s been stated that we humans operate on less than 10% of our mental capacity. Some estimates are even less than 5%! Can you imagine what we could do if we even used 20%…or what about 50%?

I don’t think anyone really understand the capability of the mind. However, I think successful leader is not a person without problems. Rather, a successful leader has learned how to appropriately use their conscious mind to solve their problems.

First, think about how much time is spent worrying. What do we worry about: Read the rest of this entry »

The grass isn’t necessarily greener on the other side of the fence…it may merely be your perspective. Before you run off to try something new, take a hard look. Make sure your pasture isn’t just as green…or even greener! Or, perhaps your neighbor’s pasture is just getting better care?

Russell Conwell, the founder of Temple University, is best known for telling the story, Acres of Diamonds. According to the true story, an African farmer sold his farm to go prospecting for diamonds. He wandered the continent his entire life and eventually, broke and miserable, he threw himself into a river and drowned. Meanwhile, the property he sold turned out to be the most productive diamond mine on the African continent. Read the rest of this entry »

I’m always wondering and observing…I ask a lot of questions. For instance, why are some people unhappy even though they are labeled “successful”? From the outside looking in, they appear to have it all – significant income, material possessions, fame – but they’re not happy. Then there are also those that seem to have that certain “something”. Everything they touch turns out perfectly – their relationships, children, health, work, homes, etc.? Why does “everything” work for some, and for others, “nothing” works?

Or, have you ever wondered why two people can have basically the same opportunities, but one is miserable while the other is happy? The pursuit of happiness is the focus of living.

Would you not agree that happiness is the true definition of success (see Success…What’s Your Definition)? I believe truly successful people Read the rest of this entry »

There’s been a long debate as to whether or not listening to music helps you improve what you’re doing or is merely a distraction. As the medical research on this topic deepens, so does the evidence that the kids in school begging to turn the radio on were right all along. Music is shown to have a positive effect on grades and produce positive emotional and physical effects as well. It’s the unconscious mind at work.

We go through various emotional phases throughout the day. The music we listen to varies according to the mood that we’re in. The right song can cheer us up, break us down, or start a mosh pit. Sometimes it’s the song in it’s entirety that gets us going and at other times just the tune can spark the imagination and the emotions like nothing else. Music with energy encourages us to work faster and harder, increasing our output potential. Strong, steady beats can increase perseverance, boost determination, increase motivation and distract us from Read the rest of this entry »