Blog #622: Guinea Pigs and Shape Shifters

Each Thursday…
I write something…

That people either flow with…
Or say “NO!” with.

Last week…
I heard from both.

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Excerpts from last week’s email:

Reader #1:

“In reading about your health issues, I thought you might better understand the challenges older readers face. Yet here you are again with excessive optimism.”

My response:

“No matter my age or the challenges I face…

I have a choice of living life in one of TWO ways:

#1. I can look out the front window and see unlived adventures…awaiting.

#2. I can look through the rear-view mirror and see opportunities…passed.

For me…

Life feels better looking through front windows.

No matter the age.”

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Reader #2:

“I’d like your opinion on knowing when to quit and when not to quit. How do you know?”

My response:

“I don’t make a goal unless I REALLY want it. And when I REALLY want it, I don’t quit going for it without gutting through HUGE challenges first.

BUT…

If, after pursuit and reflection, I can see my FUTURE carrying MORE suffering than reward if I continue to go for the goal… I will turn around.

Life is TOO short to chase suffering.”

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Reader #3:

“I signed up for your Thursdays hoping for more. You leave God out of your blogs. Without God, motivation doesn’t matter. Unsubscribe me.”

My response:

“Ummm…okay. Thank you for your perspective, and I’m grateful you gave me a try. I wish you giant health, happiness, and harmony in all you live.”

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Reader #4:

“I love what you do, and want to do it too! I’m 22 and all my friends already come to me when they need motivation. How can I make it my career?”

My response:

“Let me plant three seeds to help you grow confidence in becoming what you want to become:

Seed #1: Create Consistency in Yourself.

Consistently live what you talk about regarding motivation, purpose, and overcoming challenges. When you’ve got that down…you’re ready to teach what you preach.

Seed #2: See a Guinea Pig in the Mirror.

Before you share with others what can work…KNOW that it DOES by testing it on your own goals and challenges. Being a good motivator for others begins with being a great motivator for yourself.

Seed #3: Learn How to Shape-Shift.

Cause and effect shape lives. Develop the power to shape adversity in your own life…and you’re ready to be a voice that shows others how to do the same.

May these three seeds assist in growing a hugely difference-making motivator.

YOU.”

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To all those who read today?

Thank you.

I hope I planted a positive seed in your day.

S.