There is nothing you cannot do if you set your mind to it
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HAVE you ever thought about what you could do if you really decided to?
I'm not merely talking about your skills, education and talents. I'm talking about what is really possible for you.
It's possible that you can do virtually anything. Not alone, not without new information, but certainly within your ultimate grasp.
Now many people would say to me: "Jim, be realistic. Some things are just not possible."
To them I say, a realist is simply a pessimist who doesn't want to admit it. I've never heard a "realist" take an optimistic posture on any topic. They always say: "Let's be realistic" and then go on to explain why your idea can't be done.
Imagine a realist saying: "Realistically, we don't yet know what the possibilities are. This could be easier than we think!"
Isn't that a better approach?
One thing I have learned over the years is that luck really does come to those who commit to a goal. Scientists and philosophers call it synchronicity. It is when things come together in an unexplainable way to help you reach your destination.
Sometimes you just happen to meet someone who has the answer you need or shares your interests. At other times it is written off as timing or blind luck.
I don't see it that way. I believe that there are some universal principles at work which most people miss. There have been references to this phenomenon in philosophical and religious literature throughout history.
It happens like this: When any person makes a decision to achieve a certain outcome, the entire universe starts the process of making it happen. As long as the person persists in the belief that they are creating the desired result, the process continues. When doubt, hatred, or fear dominate the person, the process stops and other forces direct the world's energies in other positive directions. This is why there is "power" in positive thinking.
Sometimes you express a strong desire and the result occurs immediately. You call this a miracle. At other times, you strive long and hard without visible progress. The operative word there is "visible".
There are too many elements in the world for you to be conscious of how they all interact. But the moment you decide to do what it takes to create a result, I believe the universe assists you. This continues unless you do something to stop the process.
That is why I say there is nothing you cannot do. However, to achieve the impossible requires optimism, determination, clarity and love for all mankind and humility.
Optimism is the only productive way to think. It is a continuing belief you will ultimately find the way to your goal.
Determination is to do what is necessary even if it is not convenient, you are not in the mood, it takes more than you expected, and it is not fair, meaning that you have to contribute more than others.
Clarity is essential to activate things in your favour. The clearer your focus, the more compelling your influence becomes. When you believe unflinchingly in your cause, others will be drawn to you.
Love of all humanity means respect for the dignity of and sensitivity to the needs of others. Contrary to Gordon Gekko's line in the movie "Wall Street", greed does not work, because it separates you from others. Only love and respect will connect you to all who might ultimately help.
And finally, there is humility. If you realise how little you know, you will be a lot more humble. The writer and poet Emerson said: "Desire is possibility seeking expression."
If you truly want something, the possibility of it surely exists. If you are dedicated to achieving something deeply and sincerely, then it is incumbent upon you to pursue it.
Problems arise when you decide that you already know what it will take to do the job. Far too many variables exist for you to really "know" what it takes in any instance.
So you must move forward based on what you know. Sometimes, an even better outcome is available to you through a simple change in direction. At other times, you simply need to learn the lesson life has to teach you at a given point and then move on in a new direction.
You never know how valuable that life lesson will be later on as you pursue a greater goal. So be realistic and understand that there is no limit to what you can do.
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HAVE you ever thought about what you could do if you really decided to?
I'm not merely talking about your skills, education and talents. I'm talking about what is really possible for you.
It's possible that you can do virtually anything. Not alone, not without new information, but certainly within your ultimate grasp.
Now many people would say to me: "Jim, be realistic. Some things are just not possible."
To them I say, a realist is simply a pessimist who doesn't want to admit it. I've never heard a "realist" take an optimistic posture on any topic. They always say: "Let's be realistic" and then go on to explain why your idea can't be done.
Imagine a realist saying: "Realistically, we don't yet know what the possibilities are. This could be easier than we think!"
Isn't that a better approach?
One thing I have learned over the years is that luck really does come to those who commit to a goal. Scientists and philosophers call it synchronicity. It is when things come together in an unexplainable way to help you reach your destination.
Sometimes you just happen to meet someone who has the answer you need or shares your interests. At other times it is written off as timing or blind luck.
I don't see it that way. I believe that there are some universal principles at work which most people miss. There have been references to this phenomenon in philosophical and religious literature throughout history.
It happens like this: When any person makes a decision to achieve a certain outcome, the entire universe starts the process of making it happen. As long as the person persists in the belief that they are creating the desired result, the process continues. When doubt, hatred, or fear dominate the person, the process stops and other forces direct the world's energies in other positive directions. This is why there is "power" in positive thinking.
Sometimes you express a strong desire and the result occurs immediately. You call this a miracle. At other times, you strive long and hard without visible progress. The operative word there is "visible".
There are too many elements in the world for you to be conscious of how they all interact. But the moment you decide to do what it takes to create a result, I believe the universe assists you. This continues unless you do something to stop the process.
That is why I say there is nothing you cannot do. However, to achieve the impossible requires optimism, determination, clarity and love for all mankind and humility.
Optimism is the only productive way to think. It is a continuing belief you will ultimately find the way to your goal.
Determination is to do what is necessary even if it is not convenient, you are not in the mood, it takes more than you expected, and it is not fair, meaning that you have to contribute more than others.
Clarity is essential to activate things in your favour. The clearer your focus, the more compelling your influence becomes. When you believe unflinchingly in your cause, others will be drawn to you.
Love of all humanity means respect for the dignity of and sensitivity to the needs of others. Contrary to Gordon Gekko's line in the movie "Wall Street", greed does not work, because it separates you from others. Only love and respect will connect you to all who might ultimately help.
And finally, there is humility. If you realise how little you know, you will be a lot more humble. The writer and poet Emerson said: "Desire is possibility seeking expression."
If you truly want something, the possibility of it surely exists. If you are dedicated to achieving something deeply and sincerely, then it is incumbent upon you to pursue it.
Problems arise when you decide that you already know what it will take to do the job. Far too many variables exist for you to really "know" what it takes in any instance.
So you must move forward based on what you know. Sometimes, an even better outcome is available to you through a simple change in direction. At other times, you simply need to learn the lesson life has to teach you at a given point and then move on in a new direction.
You never know how valuable that life lesson will be later on as you pursue a greater goal. So be realistic and understand that there is no limit to what you can do.
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