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This blog goes hand in hand with my podcasts to aid you in the process of keeping your mind FOCUSED on the POSITIVE that is all around us!mspillmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01076093907576855661noreply@blogger.comBlogger1130125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1807899720675421125.post-62078256857411659482024-03-13T09:57:00.004-05:002024-03-13T09:57:52.767-05:00Run THROUGH Roadblocks!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1TIaHUOt9GetCuiSLSYJIHK6sRQtS0gLuitHhghe-8vsMWTFiZpOoq9TtKpZsF4U_v6zK_3UdKZx0-iyNzfLABg_Zv2MKiluURGxlkAASR3In5TBopt0kNZfcAYyNIPUrKsrz4vhIDwp75zMFkk4s-l5So4pStbnqJbhnzh2boZ9AP6Y6sc42Li4nJ1ih/s1280/how%20to.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1TIaHUOt9GetCuiSLSYJIHK6sRQtS0gLuitHhghe-8vsMWTFiZpOoq9TtKpZsF4U_v6zK_3UdKZx0-iyNzfLABg_Zv2MKiluURGxlkAASR3In5TBopt0kNZfcAYyNIPUrKsrz4vhIDwp75zMFkk4s-l5So4pStbnqJbhnzh2boZ9AP6Y6sc42Li4nJ1ih/w400-h225/how%20to.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> Any time you desire to move forward and <b>PUT ACTION</b> behind that desire...you <b>WILL</b> face "roadblocks" along the way. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b>#TRUTH</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">In this video/podcast I simply share some "obstacles/roadblocks" that I'm facing with some tech that I need to either learn or get someone to do for me. Twenty or thirty years ago I was willing to take the time - regardless of how long it took - to "dig in" and figure it out!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">I'm past that stage now. I don't have the desire to spend that much time at this point and, honestly, as I've aged, it seems to be a little harder for a lot of this information to "stick with me". </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTZdYpLQ_qY" target="_blank">*Click HERE for the video*</a></p><p style="text-align: justify;">But listen, it doesn't matter <b>WHAT</b> it is that you desire to do in your life as a way to improve your life or simply achieve something in your life...<b>ROADBLOCKS <u>WILL</u> APPEAR! </b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">You want to lose some weight and improve your overall health?<b> GREAT! </b>Get ready for the roadblocks and setbacks!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfCPiOK23mVTnE3Q6FKiXpGEeDkZpIXGGMMsTNO3xhz2Z63Av-ZOvIN_tONiCW0ckgPC_sW8CI4wsMeBlfHaLrEXl6OLX_n9pI3Iezpx7Us1yw4guHoqGCo6xnjk-e0vZNg3edp8MM7ywVbXAkx2L0RkpidMEb97s4U81SrcUwD3tB6NmpuWf6iJYhSy0H/s1698/2_RoadBlock-1690430745.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1130" data-original-width="1698" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfCPiOK23mVTnE3Q6FKiXpGEeDkZpIXGGMMsTNO3xhz2Z63Av-ZOvIN_tONiCW0ckgPC_sW8CI4wsMeBlfHaLrEXl6OLX_n9pI3Iezpx7Us1yw4guHoqGCo6xnjk-e0vZNg3edp8MM7ywVbXAkx2L0RkpidMEb97s4U81SrcUwD3tB6NmpuWf6iJYhSy0H/w200-h133/2_RoadBlock-1690430745.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;">You want to improve your relationship with your spouse or a friend? <b>GREAT!</b> Get ready for the roadblocks and setbacks!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1879215/14626854" target="_blank">*Click HERE for the podcast* </a></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Do you want to learn something new (even if it means taking some special courses) in order to bring in some extra income? <b>GREAT!</b> Get ready for the roadblocks and setbacks!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Do you desire to become more intentional in developing and maintaining a positive mindset? <b>GREAT!</b> Get ready for the roadblocks and setbacks!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">No one - and I mean <b>NO</b> one - has ever achieved "success" in an area that desired success without encountering <b>ROADBLOCKS</b> and setbacks. And, friend, it won't be any different for you.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The answer? Strengthen your resolve...your determination. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">The word, "resolve" is the root word for "resolution" which many of you likely have tied in with the words, "New Year". One of the definitions given for "resolution" is to "make a <b><u>FIRM</u> <u>DECISION</u></b> to either do or <b>NOT</b> do something".</p><p style="text-align: justify;">So, first and foremost, you must make a <b>DECISION</b> and it must be "firm" in order to "run <b>THROUGH</b> the roadblocks" as the title says. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Let me direct you to a set of videos I did on this topic of <b><i><span style="color: #990000;">"How to Develop and Maintain a Positive Mindset" (Positive Mindset 101)</span></i></b>. You can access that series by going <a href="https://youtu.be/zwJFJB_19jc" target="_blank">HERE</a>. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Another way to put it that may help you along the way (you may want to post this somewhere that you will see it everyday and several times a day): <b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">COMMIT and CONTINUE<span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b>Until next time...<b><i><span style="color: #0b5394;"> <br /></span></i></b></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Make it an AWESOME day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></b></span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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Fields" that can cause great harm to our desire for a <b>POSITIVE MINDSET </b>
and apply them for when we deal with those that we have out of "necessity" (some family
like in-laws or step family <b>AND</b> our co-worker and managers/bosses). </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">HOW DO YOU HANDLE THOSE SITUATIONS ?</span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">As always, if you have not read the previous articles leading up to this one, you <b>NEED</b> to do so. I mean, it's a series, right? Also, if you really want to benefit from this series, <b>MAKE SURE YOU HAVE DONE THE HOMEWORK</b> for the previous articles. Don't want to? That's your choice but, I can tell you even based on that choice, that <b>NOTHING</b> will change in your life in this area. How do I know that? Your decisions in relationship to this "homework" shows your approach to <b>ALL</b> choices and decisions. <b><span style="color: #990000;">#TRUTH</span></b></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">So, just as I requested that you in the last article, I want you to write down <b>ALL</b> of the people that fit into the category of "forced relationships" in your life. List them out by name, how much time you spend with them and also rate them from 1 (most negative influence on you) to 10 (most positive influence on you) just as you did in the last assignment. <b><u>*Note</u></b>: There is no need to write down <b>EVERY</b> person with which you have contact at work...only those that you <b>MUST</b> spend the most time. Now, of course, even if there is someone that you don't have to spend much time with at work, if they have a profound impact on your - either negative or positive - do include them.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">So, again, they could be family members that are "forced" (in-laws, step family, etc.), co-workers, managers/bosses and any others that you may come up with. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">Because you do spend so much time with those "forced relationships" at work (and the same may be true for some of your forced family relationships) it can become very difficult to not allow the negative impact to affect you in a negative way as well. <b>YOU MUST TAKE ACTION</b> if you, indeed, want to improve your mindset and your day even while at work!</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">With our "relationships by choice" (last article) we can actually make the decision to separate ourselves from those relationships if/when it's necessary <b>BUT </b>it's not always possible to do when it comes to our work environment. So, what do you do then?</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8v1RZEuC3nEK3N2kOF5sfaNsLTde3FqcpBEqGDbcLNYLloCxp4xWUOlus1wih5zEGZSeoUCODS6EAD1Mw4gntBeKkf8isCimgetjR3yRgC43r8VN321sLCK5oasf8y2gB95wuZ7s6Cr0ZTV4ZEeH3LxA948NdCrSFfPy9qXm_LTXa2tlowVrwqfAn9e0O/s1024/adapt.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="512" data-original-width="1024" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8v1RZEuC3nEK3N2kOF5sfaNsLTde3FqcpBEqGDbcLNYLloCxp4xWUOlus1wih5zEGZSeoUCODS6EAD1Mw4gntBeKkf8isCimgetjR3yRgC43r8VN321sLCK5oasf8y2gB95wuZ7s6Cr0ZTV4ZEeH3LxA948NdCrSFfPy9qXm_LTXa2tlowVrwqfAn9e0O/s320/adapt.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: small;"><br /> </span><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">That's right! In situations like this, you have no other choice but to</span> <b>ADAPT!</b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">What do I mean by that? It's not likely that even your positive influence is going to have an immediate impact on those difficult people at your workplace <b>BUT</b> you can adapt to the fact that it IS difficult and use your creative mindset to figure out a way to approach this situation in a way that <b>WILL </b>bring positive results over time. How?</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>1</b>. Determine that you will <b>NOT</b> allow others to impact you in a negative way! Yes, easier said than done but make this your <b><u>MISSION</u></b> each and every day and then approach your day with that in mind.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>2.</b> Determine that <b>YOU</b> will be the <b>THERMOSTAT</b> and not a<b> THERMOMETER</b> (much more on this in an upcoming article). In other words, <b>YOU</b> be the one that "sets the temperature" and don't just "react" to the "negative temperature" set by others. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>3</b>. Be sure to listen to the podcast or watch the video to hear a story I have shared several times before of how my wife did just that with an Assistant Manager that she was told, when she first began working for this company, to avoid at all costs because this A.M. was so negative. End result? This A.M. ended up hand knitting a "throw/blanket" for my wife while my wife was there.<b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"> TRUE STORY!</span><br /></b></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;"></span><span style="background-color: white;">And, finally, in these "forced relationship" situations, it may be difficult to apply the <b>"Replace and Remove" </b>model talked about in an earlier article. Sure, you could quit your job but, at the same time, if you're not ready and already have a <b>BETTER</b> situation lined up, that may be a bad choice! Also, consider that if you've not implemented what is being talked about in today's article, you <b>WILL</b> run into the same situation at your next job before long. Then what?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">Be <b>GENUINE</b> in your adapting and see what begins to happen when your <b>GENUINE POSITIVE MINDSET </b>begins to have a<b> POSITIVE IMPACT</b> on those around you. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">You know what else <b>MIGHT</b> happen (at this job or due to an offer for another position elsewhere)? You may find that those in management have notice your positive influence and see you as an excellent candidate to use that mindset in a higher position working/influencing more people. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDein381CFPGnPGrXutl88HKs_QidSIwTz5wNccvuxuIkUt2-2X-vvECrLx3DzL7L8KqNcmKB_gmcAiRRLzZteakt7dZMtURGyU2Uip6N8WphwUrB9T7EgpJmaQ0M9djzVEs81gdiex5lEsA0QafPBb0Jen8U_-Oo0UI32mpxTg3kw-QvnncTEWyAuqIUF/s320/Screenshot%202024-02-09%20at%2014-28-20%20mqdefault.webp%20(WEBP%20Image%20320%20%C3%97%20180%20pixels).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDein381CFPGnPGrXutl88HKs_QidSIwTz5wNccvuxuIkUt2-2X-vvECrLx3DzL7L8KqNcmKB_gmcAiRRLzZteakt7dZMtURGyU2Uip6N8WphwUrB9T7EgpJmaQ0M9djzVEs81gdiex5lEsA0QafPBb0Jen8U_-Oo0UI32mpxTg3kw-QvnncTEWyAuqIUF/s1600/Screenshot%202024-02-09%20at%2014-28-20%20mqdefault.webp%20(WEBP%20Image%20320%20%C3%97%20180%20pixels).png" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Click <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1879215/14413857" target="_blank">HERE</a> for the PODCAST</span></b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Click <a href="https://youtu.be/qxqJuKk-moc" target="_blank">HERE</a> for the VIDEO<br /></span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">Very simply, the concluding podcast and video asks the question: <b>"NOW WHAT?"</b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">You've been given the "roadmap" on how to actually <b>DO SOMETHING</b> to learn how to <b>DEVELOP</b> and <b>MAINTAIN</b> a positive mindset. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">I will say it again: If you've not been committed enough to even do the "homework" that was assigned along the way, then you will not have the commitment needed to actually change your situation. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">It's up to you <b>BUT</b> I still will offer another source of help for you if you will only <b>REACH OUT</b> and <b>HELP ME</b> as I strive to <b>HELP YOU</b>.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">Pay attention here: This process that we have gone through applies to <b>ANY</b> and <b>EVERY</b> area of your life! That is the truth. You apply this to your struggle to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. You can apply this to a struggle you may have with your marriage or any other close relationship that you have. You can apply this to the struggle of feeling "stuck" in and at your job. Yes, you can even apply this to finances. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">What "hits home" for you? What area would you like to be able to "dig a little deeper" on and get even more help and encouragement with to help you succeed? <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">I NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU SO THAT I CAN HELP YOU IN THAT AREA!</span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">You can either leave a comment here OR you can contact me directly by sending me an email at:</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">mike@FutureYouUniversity.com<br /></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">It may take me a few days to respond but, I promise you that I <b>WILL</b> get back in touch with you. </span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;">Until next time, whatever you do...<br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Make it an AWESOME day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></b></span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/moustachemike" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://amzn.to/3Ma8XEW" target="_blank">Leaders Are Readers (Audible Books)</a> <a href="http://myfreenxr.com/mspillman" target="_blank">$10/mo REAL Opportunity!</a></span></div></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">#FutureYouUniversity #MikeSpillman #Success #PsitiveMdset #PersonalDevelopment</div><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b> </b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b> </b><br /></p>mspillmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01076093907576855661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1807899720675421125.post-58029214943183218122024-01-20T16:00:00.002-06:002024-01-25T10:48:45.819-06:00Postive Mindset 101 (Part 4): The MIND Field of RELATIONSHIPS<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMbYTFb9h9tYfdodpiHBq45LQPxOhmrUfuYmXZ1g7aUJkCyvU7XGhmdScNh3hA-Ev5V0FESUchoVIDUVwp6YfACEa9M1pqxH1V81dzuNBDjuTUyM_mo-ArVURgZR7FBQAS9a9Wrb7Ec5aITwLrfAJ1gVRjzrSP74mKZ-9khXzIfNEr0H-3Nr-yJVhjMj76/s1280/POSITIVE%20MINDSET%20101%20Pt.%204.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMbYTFb9h9tYfdodpiHBq45LQPxOhmrUfuYmXZ1g7aUJkCyvU7XGhmdScNh3hA-Ev5V0FESUchoVIDUVwp6YfACEa9M1pqxH1V81dzuNBDjuTUyM_mo-ArVURgZR7FBQAS9a9Wrb7Ec5aITwLrfAJ1gVRjzrSP74mKZ-9khXzIfNEr0H-3Nr-yJVhjMj76/w400-h225/POSITIVE%20MINDSET%20101%20Pt.%204.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Have you read the previous articles in this series? If not, you won't be successful in your desire (<b>IF</b> you have the desire) to actually develop a positive mindset.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Have you listened to the podcast and/or watched the videos that go along with each of these articles in this series? If not, why not? I don't follow a script so, <b>EACH ONE OF THESE</b> avenues for each episode will always have some additional/different information that you won't find in the other avenues. <b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">TRUE FACT</span></b>!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b>ARE YOU DOING THE HOMEWORK</b> that is discussed? Again, if not - <b>WHY NOT?</b> Are you <b><u>SERIOUS</u></b> about learning how to <b>DEVELOP</b> (and <b>MAINTAIN</b>) a positive mindset or is this just a "half-hearted" approach that likely is reflective of your yearly shortcomings with "New Year's Resolutions"?</p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2Mbj1hz5KOwJvQgu9-Ucwv6ya7Kd9jPaxq3hysOfg1IhiHE-bkpABpTc2KHGrSG6m_wDR-gfhA8EyGyskdIOJbQAIwX3WBgOeqHxnqQ1OtS8MHuNBkB95OhUjpKnTrZGSsVC1YSwoARjX9VuLueBOnsld2WUieiDu_RIJzSdVemuggluKV4kx7VJHknV1/s1322/RELATIONSHIPS.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="158" data-original-width="1322" height="38" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2Mbj1hz5KOwJvQgu9-Ucwv6ya7Kd9jPaxq3hysOfg1IhiHE-bkpABpTc2KHGrSG6m_wDR-gfhA8EyGyskdIOJbQAIwX3WBgOeqHxnqQ1OtS8MHuNBkB95OhUjpKnTrZGSsVC1YSwoARjX9VuLueBOnsld2WUieiDu_RIJzSdVemuggluKV4kx7VJHknV1/s320/RELATIONSHIPS.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;">In this part of this series, I'm first talking about those relationships that you have that are, for the most part, by choice. Your friends (your closest friends to other friends that aren't as close) and anyone else that you have "connections" with <b>NOT INCLUDING</b> those that you have through work or that are what I refer to as "<b>FORCED</b> Relationships". </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Now then, you may even include the relationships that you have with family in this first application. Oh, I know that you might argue that your relationship with family is not by choice. I get that and, honestly, the category of "family" will be applied in <b>THIS</b> part as well as in the next when I discuss those "Forced Relationships". </p><p style="text-align: justify;">O.k.? Got it? (Again, be sure to listen to the podcast and/or watch the video - links below - which may help you "grasp" this even better).</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b style="background-color: #01ffff;">Here's your "homework"...</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">1.</span></b> For now, just brainstorm and write down anyone that you can think of when you consider those relationships that you have that are by <b>YOUR </b>choice. Again, those closest to you and even those that aren't as close but with which you still choose to connect. Yes, go ahead and enter any family members that, as best as you can, you would say that you "choose" to spend time around. Go ahead...write them all down and get specific by actually writing down their name. <br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">2</span></b>. As you look at the list that you just put together (obviously, don't move to this step until you have completed step #1...yes, you can add others later as you think of them and adjust each of these things as necessary) I want you to rate them from 1 - 10. This means that "1" would be the low end of helping you have a positive mindset. "10" would be on the high end. So, for example, someone that you would rate as a "1" would be someone that has an absolute <b>NEGATIVE</b> influence on your life...the <b>WORST!</b> And, on the other end, a "10" would be someone that "lifts you up" and makes you just "feel good/better" just by being around them. Rate each person on this part of this list based on the scale that I just defined.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">3.</span></b> Once you have completed step #2, now take the time to write down <b>WHY</b> you gave each person the ranking that you did. If you ranked someone at a "6", write <b>WHY</b> you did so. Be specific as possible. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">4.</span></b> Pay close attention to these last two steps! <b>NEXT</b>, besides each name and ranking, try to estimate how much <b>TIME</b> you spend with them on a weekly basis (estimate how much each day you spend and then add them up for seven days).</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">5.</span></b> Finally, it's time to "sort them out" and I want you to do this <b>TWO DIFFERENT WAYS</b>: </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b><span> </span>a.)</b></span> Group them by "ranking". In other words, group all of your 7's together and, put all of your 4's, etc. in a different grouping together. Got it? <span> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span><span> </span> </span><span style="color: #990000;"><b>b.)</b></span> <b>NOW</b> make another <b>LIST</b> based on the amount of time that you spend with each person in a week. The first on your list should be the one that you spend the <b>MOST</b> time with and on down to where the last one on your list should be the one that you spend the <b>LEAST</b> amount of time with. (Yes, be sure to include time that you spend on the phone, chatting via text or social media, etc.) <i><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">ALSO, beside each name and the amount of time that you sped with them, be sure to also list their "ranking number" that you gave them.<span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b></i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> Here's a couple of examples:</span></span></b></i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"></span></span></b></i></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRY41AmK9uyMO7iAHX3hpBZ0BA1rIj_uw9l05qQOQmU9bJZ_UJwLrMEbhbfQsLfq2YFTDe2WYR4U1coXcdW-5bKLx7IBH42TqNEJ3qqfLMkiTcoOJzfyZjjLiqjQwvmGTsYrJqsDJ0NRmbhViz7_sdOpzVrApBKeJGIwfzQKrR8go3WMdGYWMd_rG9AzlK/s348/Blog%20LISTINGS%201.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="201" data-original-width="348" height="231" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRY41AmK9uyMO7iAHX3hpBZ0BA1rIj_uw9l05qQOQmU9bJZ_UJwLrMEbhbfQsLfq2YFTDe2WYR4U1coXcdW-5bKLx7IBH42TqNEJ3qqfLMkiTcoOJzfyZjjLiqjQwvmGTsYrJqsDJ0NRmbhViz7_sdOpzVrApBKeJGIwfzQKrR8go3WMdGYWMd_rG9AzlK/w400-h231/Blog%20LISTINGS%201.png" width="400" /></a></b></i></div><i><b><br /></b></i><i><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZws-SpPSh0zT-VCJ0g03lcqicnUT5MOUtg0nd-syeOROL2Hkus_4oERTP3kNZXOKVmXvIZYOQXJsuaa2UWuQUV7XmdZUUMmP5XaEcpEhxIM84z9tBpH3R6JpmaPMiiAR_9Iv-MkWNOUAzYQCTJjDjNVIEq9jU2e6mCUtXk0OfJBRh2mZWMb0zUMSqJWzC/s344/Blog%20Listings%202.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="190" data-original-width="344" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZws-SpPSh0zT-VCJ0g03lcqicnUT5MOUtg0nd-syeOROL2Hkus_4oERTP3kNZXOKVmXvIZYOQXJsuaa2UWuQUV7XmdZUUMmP5XaEcpEhxIM84z9tBpH3R6JpmaPMiiAR_9Iv-MkWNOUAzYQCTJjDjNVIEq9jU2e6mCUtXk0OfJBRh2mZWMb0zUMSqJWzC/w400-h221/Blog%20Listings%202.png" width="400" /></a></div></span></span></b></i><i><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span></b></i><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"></span></span></i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">That's it for now. You <b>SHOULD</b> be able to start seeing what I'm doing here and that <b>YOU</b> are going to have to make some <b>DECISIONS</b> on who you are allowing into your life based on their impact on your mindset - positive <b>OR</b> negative!</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Based on how much <b>TIME</b> you spend with the people on your list, how healthy is it - based on their "ranking" - for you to spend that much time with them?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Based on their "ranking", how healthy is it for you to spend any more time than absolutely necessary with them?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Don't stress yourself out over this right now. But, again, if you are <b>SERIOUS</b> about your desire <b>(DECISION)</b> to develop a <b>POSITIVE MINDSET</b>, then you can see for yourself - clearly - that there may be some changes that are going to need to take place.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">For now...just take a look at the list and be honest with yourself at what you actually see. Yes, this <b>WILL </b>test your "resolve" (root word of "resolution", remember?) on this decision. </span></span><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">In our next article, we'll take a look at those "forced relationships" that we must all deal with, perhaps on a daily basis.</p><div style="text-align: justify;">Until then, whatever you do...<br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Make it an AWESOME day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></b></span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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Go ahead...I'll wait. Go on...really...I'll still be here. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Now, before we move on with the need to seek out other <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">"MIND Fields" </span></b>in our life experience, we need to understand something that is of <b><u>UTMOST</u> <u>IMPORTANCE</u>!</b> I'm 100% serious about this fact: If you miss this or ignore this, you <i><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">WILL</span> <span style="background-color: #fcff01;">FAIL</span></b></i> in your desire to improve your mindset. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">THAT - IS - A - FACT!<span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Do I have your attention? Yes, it <b>IS </b>that serious and important.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkdGn-OHbBFMpOphVbfLOA9LVD8uvq48rf9Op9XsNVSr47wEkT6f0E9UzWraxiEBasCZ8oRKUjKgmLe_RW9cmejMl6Emi4d3ioFpDxIVg5Ui-G-0WzIltIc1JOQ8PtPUelykQ7geUEN4oOKINIDgn0VPjMdR80V8x0wGMerIXP6SZiJJOvcztMS62gk_He/s320/61-617861_replace-icon-replacement-png-clipart-4136013573.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkdGn-OHbBFMpOphVbfLOA9LVD8uvq48rf9Op9XsNVSr47wEkT6f0E9UzWraxiEBasCZ8oRKUjKgmLe_RW9cmejMl6Emi4d3ioFpDxIVg5Ui-G-0WzIltIc1JOQ8PtPUelykQ7geUEN4oOKINIDgn0VPjMdR80V8x0wGMerIXP6SZiJJOvcztMS62gk_He/w200-h200/61-617861_replace-icon-replacement-png-clipart-4136013573.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">What is this "all-important" thing that must be done? I call it "R & R" (and, no, I'm not talking about Rest & Relaxation) which stands for <b>REMOVE</b> and <b>REPLACE</b>. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">You must <b>REMOVE</b> those things that bring a negative influence into your life and <b>REPLACE</b> them with things that bring a <b>POSITIVE</b> influence into your life. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Let's use an example of someone that has decided that they want to lose weight and develop healthier eating habits. What is one thing - besides <b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">CHANGING THEIR DIET</span></b> - that they must do? </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Well, as part of the process of changing their diet is the process of <b>REMOVING</b> those things that would be tempting to their old way of eating. They must not only <b>REMOVE</b> those things (colas, sweets, chips, etc.) but they must also <b><u>REPLACE</u></b> them with healthier choices! (Be sure to listen to the podcast and/or watch the video on this - I get into much more detail than I will go into in this blog article).</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">In the same way, what we are talking about is another type of "diet". It's the diet (what you "consume") that you allow into your mind and thus, your mindset.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">If you did your "homework" that was talked about in the last article/podcast/video, then you have identified <b>SEVERAL</b> things in your "home surroundings" that are definitely "hidden mines" in your <b><span style="color: #990000;">"MIND Field"</span></b> that can cause severe injury and/or death to your pursuit of developing a positive mindset.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">Your next step is to now thing about things that you can do to <b>REMOVE</b> the negative mines with <b>POSITIVE</b> life-giving items. What can you do to <b>REMOVE</b> the negative influence on social media and <b>REPLACE</b> it with some sort of <b>POSITIVE</b> influence? </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">For one, don't spend as much time there...that's a fact that you must understand. Why? Because, especially at the beginning, it is <b>TOO TEMPTING</b> to spend much time there. Like someone that is trying to lose that weight and still allowing that bag of cookies to be setting out on the counter for them to see on a constant basis. You need to <b>REMOVE </b>that temptation! There are a <b>LOT</b> of people/pages that you can follow on social media that will have a much more positive impact on your mindset and life.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">YES, I AM ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE!</span></b> If you've not done so, you need to go to my FaceBook page by going to <a href="http://www.FutureYouUniversity.com">www.FutureYouUniversity.com</a> and you need to plan to be there every day! I post something every day that is positive and helpful for <b>ANYONE</b> that is trying to improve their mindset in a positive way. Make it a habit to listen to each and every podcast that I put out and see if it doesn't help with your mindset.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Go through your list of those <b>"Mind Fields"</b> and take the time to go through them and figure out a "healthier" alternative for your "mindset diet". If you need some help, reach out and let me know...I'll be happy to give you some good suggestions.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><u><span style="color: #990000;">Main question:</span></u></b> How important is this for you? How serious are you about actually making this <b>CHANGE</b> for a better life and future? It's like the example of someone saying that they want to lose weight...if they still keep doing the same thing that they've done in the past, nothing will change and their health will <b>NOT</b> improve. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">Do you want to improve your "odds" for success with this process? <b>ENGAGE </b>with me by leaving a comment here, below the video and/or on my FB page that I shared earlier. It helps to be connected to someone that will help you and encourage you along the way...I'm here for you!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Join me next time as we <b>DO</b> begin to discuss the <b>"Mind Field"</b> that comes in the area of our <b><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">RELATIONSHIPS.</span></i></b> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">And, until then, whatever you do...<br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Make it an AWESOME day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></b></span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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You can find the links to them down below.</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b style="background-color: #fcff01;"></b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">Some people wonder <b>WHY</b> having a positive mindset matters. As a matter of fact, while doing a recent search on questions that people are asking in this area, that very question came up just about more than any other. <b>WHY</b> does it matter and <b>WHAT DIFFERENCE</b> can it make in a person's life?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">Although there's not a "Webster-type" definition of <b><span style="color: #990000;">POSITIVE MINDSET</span></b> since it's two words, I did find some suggested "definitions/descriptions" for it. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">Here's one: "The practice of focusing on the <b>GOOD</b> in <b><u>ANY</u></b> given situation." And another: "You are <b>OPTIMISTIC</b> about the world around you, and you <b><u>EXPECT</u></b> that good things will happen to you." </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">You may even remember the late <b>Dr. Norman Vincent Peale</b> using the acrostic, <b>"PMA" </b>which stands for Positive Mental Attitude. That's what we are talking about.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">For example, you may have seen or been around someone that just seems to <b>ALWAYS</b> be happy and, that being the case, they spread "joy and happiness" wherever they go! And, at the same time, you've seen people that are just the opposite. Oh, they spread joy and happiness alright, but it's usually when they <b>LEAVE</b> a room!</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">Which do you want to be? Which do you think describes <b>YOU</b> at this point in your life?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">I will do all I can to help you understand the absolute <b>NECESSITY</b> in developing (and <b>MAINTAINING</b>) and positive mindset, but you have to <b><u>DECIDE</u></b> - first and foremost - that you actually seek/want that for your life.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">Let me just go ahead and tell you: Your life will <b>IMPROVE</b> for the better in <b><u>EVERY</u></b> area of your life by dong so...developing and learning to maintain a positive mindset. That's not an over-statement, friend. It is an absolute <b><span style="color: #990000;">FACT!</span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"> </span></b>Let's break that down and look at some definitions. First of all, the word <b><u>DECIDE</u></b>: <i>"come to a resolution in the mind as a result of consideration"</i>. Let's break it down even more and look at the word, <b><u>RESOLUTION:</u></b> <i>"a firm decision to do or not do something"</i>. And then the word, <b><u>CONSIDERATION</u></b>: <i>"careful thought, typically over a period of time"</i>.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #990000;"></span>Do you want to know why most people fall short on their "New Year's Resolutions"? It's because they don't fully understand the meaning of the word, <b><u>"RESOLUTION"</u></b>. Look at it. It's a <b>FIRM</b> decision to either do something (start walking and cutting back on fast food, for example) or <b>NOT</b> do something (stop sitting on the couch eating a bag of chips). And, it is something that involves <b>CAREFUL THOUGHT</b>, typically over a period of time. In other words, it is not a "half-way" and "off the cuff" thought...it is a <b>FIRM </b>decision!</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">Even if you don't complete understand this whole thing of "personal development" and "positive mindset", you <b>CAN</b> (and <b><u>MUST</u></b>) make a decision to improve your life (and attitude) if, indeed, you desire to actually <b>IMPROVE </b>your life - in <b><u>ALL</u></b> areas of your life. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">This is the <b>FIRST</b> and <b><u>MOST</u> <u>IMPORTANT</u></b> step! (Let's continue with the next part of this series)...<br /></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA4kQrTGwK4jCT82ohGwuyuOuhaflN7UF2IX8c-RGFsb8Z-v4Gj9fnaowtaGr25b7aGQHhsOeEASjq1cuiQ9enQ7_h9ECxIKIvpc5SUHbpQflXYZ48Ip1anrySjzH8WeTIUH757A9FwcwqfnSDZ5MUJo9Z6gCs35lUYqo-dUW7jfAItsI7BdqJ59KX4Cb-/s1280/POSITIVE%20MINDSET%20101_Pt%202_The%20Mine%20Field.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA4kQrTGwK4jCT82ohGwuyuOuhaflN7UF2IX8c-RGFsb8Z-v4Gj9fnaowtaGr25b7aGQHhsOeEASjq1cuiQ9enQ7_h9ECxIKIvpc5SUHbpQflXYZ48Ip1anrySjzH8WeTIUH757A9FwcwqfnSDZ5MUJo9Z6gCs35lUYqo-dUW7jfAItsI7BdqJ59KX4Cb-/s320/POSITIVE%20MINDSET%20101_Pt%202_The%20Mine%20Field.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Part 2: Beware the Mine (MIND) Field</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">You are likely aware of "land mines" that are hidden in/on the ground with the idea of someone stepping on one and it blowing up causing great injury or death. They are usually connected to those involved in a war but, even at that, there are many times that innocent people (those that have nothing to do with the war) are injured or even killed.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">In our discussion of developing and maintaining a <b>POSITIVE MINDSET</b>, I would rename this as a <b><span style="color: #990000;">"<i>MIND </i>Field"</span></b>. Think of it as "hidden dangers" that can cause serious injury or even "death" to a person's positive mindset and desire to maintain such a mindset. These are things that can "cause" or "add to" a <b>NEGATIVE</b> mindset and, friend, they are <b><u>EVERY</u></b> where (as you will begin to discover in today's episode). <br /></p><p>A few weeks ago I did a podcast/video on the topic, <b><span style="color: #990000;">"You CAN <u>NOT</u> Change!" </span></b>(for some reason, I did not do a blog article but you can go to the podcast link and the YouTube link and find it easily). The point of that episode was that you truly <b>CAN <u>NOT</u> </b>change if you approach life with the same old mindset! </p><p><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">Now, don't miss this point: Your mindset - even if negative - <b>DEFINITELY</b> has an impact on your life (<b>EVERY</b> area of your life). It is simply not a mindset that will bring about positive change and a better future. Get the point yet?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"></span> <span style="background-color: white;">Take a look at this quote by Claude Diamond:</span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq9HC_-qctnYCKYFf5cILMBoMKuA7DihDTaonnCGVjooipEnEUPq0WOBaMJtXp5-enMPmW-VduSarRO0MRpZfOtkZNyPySW71yhlv3VI4KDynmfLT1MZb3L_hoGif6SlrYvRoXocfYQvJhW5ltJ1YY_1cE4-w1ohKJawT4L1k5LRMkZXHoD1Mv6LeYiKJJ/s320/05_Everyone-wants-success.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="146" data-original-width="320" height="146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq9HC_-qctnYCKYFf5cILMBoMKuA7DihDTaonnCGVjooipEnEUPq0WOBaMJtXp5-enMPmW-VduSarRO0MRpZfOtkZNyPySW71yhlv3VI4KDynmfLT1MZb3L_hoGif6SlrYvRoXocfYQvJhW5ltJ1YY_1cE4-w1ohKJawT4L1k5LRMkZXHoD1Mv6LeYiKJJ/s1600/05_Everyone-wants-success.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b> CHANGE </b>takes time and, usually, it is not easy. That's just the way it is and you need to be aware of that.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">Now, let's get to some <b>SPECIFICS</b> and take a look at some things I<b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">N YOUR OWN LIVING SPACE</span></b> that may be <b><span style="color: #990000;">"MIND FIELDS"</span></b> in your own home. Are you ready? Take notes and add your own thoughts to this list.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><b>1. Television:</b></span> It doesn't matter if you are watching something "live" or if you are watching/steaming movies, etc. A couple of things that you need to do with this...First, actually "log" your time of how much time you spend watching t.v in all forms. I suggest doing this over a period of at least 3 days. Perhaps a day or two during the week (after you get home from your job, for example) <b>AND</b> also over the weekend when you likely spend more time doing so. Don't just log in how much <b>TIME</b> but <b>WHAT</b> the content is of what you allow into your mind/mindset through this avenue. What kind of shows are you watching...what kind of content are you allowing into your mindset? <b>Be <u>HONEST</u> and be <u>SPECIFIC</u></b>.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><b>2. Music:</b></span> Yes, we must also log the same information in connection to the music that we listen to on a daily basis. After all, <b>THIS ALSO</b> "feeds" our mind - either positive or negative. Sure, I get it. There is some music that the beat just lifts you up but, what about the message? Again, be <b>HONEST</b> and be <b>SPECIFIC</b> on this one as well. It's kind of like someone trying to lose weight that are having a hard time giving up that ice cream that they are used to having as a "treat" every night. Remember, you must make a <b><u>FIRM</u> DECISION </b>in what you want. And then...you must <b>ACT UPON</b> that decision.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><b>3. Social Media:</b></span> (Play ominous music here!) Here's where it may get really tough for you. But, again, follow the same formula for logging your time/content as mentioned above and - once again - you <b>MUST </b>be <b>HONEST</b> and <b>SPECIFIC</b> in order for you to actually understand the impact of these "Mind Fields" in your own home. Who do you "follow" and what kind of content do they share that you "consume"? Is it positive or negative? What about your own posts? Are they full of negative content (griping, complaining, etc.) or are they posts that actually can "lift" or "encourage" those that read?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">4. Texting:</span> </b>Most of you probably don't talk on the phone as much as you text. Well, you know the drill by now, right? This one is easy to track unless you delete your texts right away. Go back and take a look (remember, <b>HONEST</b> and <b>SPECIFIC</b>) when you log this information. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><b>5. What You READ:</b> </span>I don't know how much you read or what avenue you use for your reading. Perhaps you read an actual, physical book or you do so on your phone via an app or even listen to an "audio book". Just like all of the rest listed above, <b>LOG THE INFORMATION</b> to determine how <b>MUCH</b> information you allow into your mind in this way as well as <b><span style="color: #990000;">WHAT <u>TYPE</u> OF CONTENT</span></b> you allow into your mind. Do I need to say it again? Be <b><u>HONEST</u></b> and <u><b>SPECIFIC</b></u> if you truly want to make improvement. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">My guess is that you will be <b>SURPRISED </b>at how much <b>TIME</b> you spend consuming this information into you mind/mindset as well as "what kind" of information you are allowing into your mind.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">So, <b>PART 1 </b>of your homework is to go through each one of these that I listed and take the time to "log" the time and content as I suggested. Total each category up (perhaps even get an "average" after logging it over a period of several days) and then take a long look at your information that you've gathered.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>PART 2</b> of your homework is to take a look around <b>YOUR </b>surroundings and <b>ADD</b> anything to the list that I may not have covered. Just as you would not want anyone who has the responsibility of discovering and removing actual mines in a mine field to do a "half-way" job and then tell you to walk on through, neither should you desire to approach this task in the same way. <b><i><span style="color: #990000;">IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE</span></i></b> in this process!</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">I would <b>LOVE</b> to hear some of your findings. You can either leave a comment here <b>OR</b> go to my website/Facebook page: <a href="http://www.FutureYouUniversity.com">www.FutureYouUniversity.com</a> and leave your comment until the information about this blog article or one of the ones featuring the podcasts and/or video. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">What's next?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">In our next article/episode we will look at what we must do once we begin <b><u>REMOVING</u></b> these "mines" from our <b>"MIND Field"</b> and what comes next in that process.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">We will also begin to look at another area full of those dangerous <b>"MIND Fields"</b> and begin to talk about our <b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">RELATIONSHIPS</span></b>.<br /></span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;">
Until next time, whatever you do, always be sure to...</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Make it an AWESOME day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></b></span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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(burial) insurance. She had filled out a card and requested to get more
information about this. She acknowledged to me that she knew she needed
to do something to keep her family from having to come up with the
money to pay for her funeral and she acknowledged that the price I
presented to her was right "on target".</p>
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That was about 3 weeks or so ago and, to this day, she still has not
done anything about it and, guess what? She never will. How do I know
this? Because <b>LIFE IS A HABIT</b> and her habit has been to <b>NOT</b> take action on something that she has known for quite some time that she needed to get done.</div>
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Another word for "habit" might even be "rut". It's hard to break a habit and it's hard to get out of a rut!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8Dehx0WruzZgWx-XCgdYsH4LYUlnZfyL_LiPLDC5PeS4H9Jc2lTchUawqMAd2f4kZsg1ZsXgwifvO4hhId4ANBsMxImnk2BA6C2lyCrmliKVZOzFD053LgVMnLYpmlRMNhO6j_uUtjq-qLDS7tgdXS-ykUbifLv0AdmxgYpHibpotfv-skRsV8iZJLshr/s500/02_beginning%20is%20the%20hardest.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="500" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8Dehx0WruzZgWx-XCgdYsH4LYUlnZfyL_LiPLDC5PeS4H9Jc2lTchUawqMAd2f4kZsg1ZsXgwifvO4hhId4ANBsMxImnk2BA6C2lyCrmliKVZOzFD053LgVMnLYpmlRMNhO6j_uUtjq-qLDS7tgdXS-ykUbifLv0AdmxgYpHibpotfv-skRsV8iZJLshr/s320/02_beginning%20is%20the%20hardest.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> As is the case regarding <b>ANY</b> significant change, the beginning <b>IS ALWAYS</b>
the hardest part of the process. It goes against what we are
comfortable with and it goes against our "daily routine" of this habit.
But, just like the activity that takes place when one of those
"strongest man" contestants start to pull a train car with nothing but a
rope, the hardest part is the beginning! Yet, after much effort and
determination, <b>MOMENTUM</b> finally starts to "kick in" and the
wheels of that train begin to finally move. Slowly at first but they
begin to roll with more ease as this momentum continues to work in the
contestants favor.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNqAZHK3nmI5n_ZJHVoaafx8riwZysi4UoEABV9cJwIBkHUBAhtgetj3x69urOQcN3q7Xy2ksJz9_OAtioLVd62O7BDi8GRDuoagqoMRadDU8hULrXixPiBrZ_hNIOINVQ34tkKBmWH8kgrnxHYW4hADqm8VHNuAZtNMw7RaP9lJmbmwJY-SHQffo1HO42/s320/03_New%20Years%201%20Week%20to%20do%20list.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="316" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNqAZHK3nmI5n_ZJHVoaafx8riwZysi4UoEABV9cJwIBkHUBAhtgetj3x69urOQcN3q7Xy2ksJz9_OAtioLVd62O7BDi8GRDuoagqoMRadDU8hULrXixPiBrZ_hNIOINVQ34tkKBmWH8kgrnxHYW4hADqm8VHNuAZtNMw7RaP9lJmbmwJY-SHQffo1HO42/s1600/03_New%20Years%201%20Week%20to%20do%20list.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: justify;">As funny as this little cartoon is, the point of it is actually kind of
sad, is it not? Isn't it time to finally get past this "hamster wheel"
mentality that so many (you?) do year after year with these, so-called,
New Year's Resolutions? Stop talking and start doing!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQfcuDGqVBpthCLN3Cp65-jrCk0kOXVc0DwXV2BvU3xJoTVaQUMVINJuZT-SMLZ5PrkDiNH1s3BZ7lLmDj7sk77Qll4MoerRmZAXOVRK7ZeJ9rvU4rNiNuzjvVyDp9O_-3dTE5aZN92MSk0HhIaMpEvwaucA8TJ03rCmkLdO3VwhOtgIgIWO_6TDTaiZ-S/s320/03a_The-best-thing-about-the%20FUTURE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="192" data-original-width="320" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQfcuDGqVBpthCLN3Cp65-jrCk0kOXVc0DwXV2BvU3xJoTVaQUMVINJuZT-SMLZ5PrkDiNH1s3BZ7lLmDj7sk77Qll4MoerRmZAXOVRK7ZeJ9rvU4rNiNuzjvVyDp9O_-3dTE5aZN92MSk0HhIaMpEvwaucA8TJ03rCmkLdO3VwhOtgIgIWO_6TDTaiZ-S/s1600/03a_The-best-thing-about-the%20FUTURE.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Wow, what good news, right? If you go back and read my blog and listen
to the podcast that I did right before the start of this new year (<a href="http://futureyouuniversity.blogspot.com/2017/12/happy-new-year-happy-new-day.html" target="_blank">"Happy New Day? Happy New Year!</a>)
you find this very thing talked about. If you have followed me for very
long then you have also heard me discuss the fact (yes, I said "fact")
that <b>TOMORROW</b> does <b>NOT</b> exist! That 24 hour period into the
future does not exist - it has not even arrived into the realm of
reality. And, in the same way, that 24 hour period in the past that we
call <b>"YESTERDAY"</b> no longer exists as well. It's gone and can never be relived or recovered. So, <b>TODAY</b> is the day to start making your move. Bottom line, it's all you have, friend.<p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLVTokeXkHSfpX5ICFIxNOahdez9c4s9pDmoKeoARkmnLSJ8nnHZ7-Bi-okX0lk2hPDb8Hedomrr7fwJWdqeG3quh2T_hmeoOfNq57RyvYktIe2vqmSksJqJzzgQjapXzB-uqupxuG-qK9b1eTQ8FN3fAo-MxPUeECNKRgf00EH60lG1QhS4krEtucCIan/s320/04_Disappointments-come-and.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="242" data-original-width="320" height="242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLVTokeXkHSfpX5ICFIxNOahdez9c4s9pDmoKeoARkmnLSJ8nnHZ7-Bi-okX0lk2hPDb8Hedomrr7fwJWdqeG3quh2T_hmeoOfNq57RyvYktIe2vqmSksJqJzzgQjapXzB-uqupxuG-qK9b1eTQ8FN3fAo-MxPUeECNKRgf00EH60lG1QhS4krEtucCIan/s1600/04_Disappointments-come-and.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: yellow;"><b>GET UP AND MOVE ON!</b></span>
Stop dwelling on your past disappointments...what good does that do you
but to disappoint you even more? Today is the day to decide to "get up
and move on"!<p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHe3EiivQZkGarsK7mlt-aFiziTTuDE_tv7FKI8ltBH05tRLzW6lDxLLvJw4ZWrUpWZavnbqSDQmSpAkyV2FnavNYm6gwX3xuiF88tcZ4Bcumqr0voqQJqmWEZ2jMdpmXwm5avIYphlUaO38GeMCGGLYCoC84l18SArLOnS94aP-whhZ-HGy9XnouA39kW/s320/05_Everyone-wants-success.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="146" data-original-width="320" height="146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHe3EiivQZkGarsK7mlt-aFiziTTuDE_tv7FKI8ltBH05tRLzW6lDxLLvJw4ZWrUpWZavnbqSDQmSpAkyV2FnavNYm6gwX3xuiF88tcZ4Bcumqr0voqQJqmWEZ2jMdpmXwm5avIYphlUaO38GeMCGGLYCoC84l18SArLOnS94aP-whhZ-HGy9XnouA39kW/s1600/05_Everyone-wants-success.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Are you in sales? If so, you need to "google" this guy and check out his
stuff. I found this quote of his the other day and I love what it says
even though it is hard to accept sometimes. But, it is <b>TRUTH! </b>Whether you are talking about weight loss or job and/or career success, there are many that want the <b>RESULT</b> but that are not willing to "pay the price". That price? <b>CHANGE</b>. And, again, any significant change is not easy. Never has been, never will be. <b>HOWEVER</b>, again, with momentum, that change becomes less and less of a burden as you continue to move forward.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuWakr18Mk4itkhAq2l-H0TVNiyWhSPBwsm01CnqT_F2f4Za3jJSyVES8h40L2lc_lib4JXLMVlY7_ODoZgRM3wfPQoyK9rQqbqqzx0YwOjItRp-lhXK8cuiR5pHF0hFnb-tRO7a6FprFTFTwW6pp8sDo2_TMqTY-ZcIis3_re_NXPTaBXZ05Dpk9MhQ3X/s320/06)first%20step%20is%20difference%20between%20doing%20and%20dreaming.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuWakr18Mk4itkhAq2l-H0TVNiyWhSPBwsm01CnqT_F2f4Za3jJSyVES8h40L2lc_lib4JXLMVlY7_ODoZgRM3wfPQoyK9rQqbqqzx0YwOjItRp-lhXK8cuiR5pHF0hFnb-tRO7a6FprFTFTwW6pp8sDo2_TMqTY-ZcIis3_re_NXPTaBXZ05Dpk9MhQ3X/s1600/06)first%20step%20is%20difference%20between%20doing%20and%20dreaming.png" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">So, are you all talk? Do you spend all of your time "dreaming" about
what you will achieve and, are you one of those people that keeps
telling everyone else what you are <b>GOING TO DO</b>? Dreaming is important! One must have a "dream" that will challenge them to move forward. However, as<i><b> Jack Canfield </b></i>says, the difference between just dreaming and actually putting action behind that dream (<b>PURSUING</b> your passion) is "taking the first step". </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhREFnG2QyPvowqX_nRTWTG_v3w6a3qIx6pVfK2_GqNbYRyVoJ_e8AU8-RL6SKg51mHYEZ-qjEQYeRKvZKnk_da_jPvSpRec4pBwX3ISi-P2ygBxVbL4XuSVcygVd4pbsfsPhPVx6bzU5rjUxNRaYhIgycLr3q-P-9EsiI02TVmvESVM8-rsi1oss0Pe9zS/s320/07_plant%20now_you%20will%20harvest.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="268" data-original-width="320" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhREFnG2QyPvowqX_nRTWTG_v3w6a3qIx6pVfK2_GqNbYRyVoJ_e8AU8-RL6SKg51mHYEZ-qjEQYeRKvZKnk_da_jPvSpRec4pBwX3ISi-P2ygBxVbL4XuSVcygVd4pbsfsPhPVx6bzU5rjUxNRaYhIgycLr3q-P-9EsiI02TVmvESVM8-rsi1oss0Pe9zS/s1600/07_plant%20now_you%20will%20harvest.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">Forget about the past! Remember, it's gone. Yes, absolutely <b>LEARN</b>
from the past but do not allow yourself to continue to LIVE in the
past. So, regardless of what you have been "planting" in the past (you
may likely be "harvesting" that now) you can still "plant a new crop"
starting <b>TODAY</b>. This is not just a "cheesy" saying or thought...it is a <b>FACT</b> of life, friend.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-LEjESawKYju8kEjxCSaDJwS8UsKhCTT_Sg2Pg7Q3dQ1477YF-z3VS9CV9625LK4ihcAE3DY9iycrwczJPUd14h37ZpjkIhCiWdq-wJLa6WLj6ZUeCLQ88qK494fnjy9Z53Y0_ZEvfVcAw0dJy_P3p3QeaP6wHXb2APu_vaA4MOiC153pS5fSTaaFo57t/s320/08_clear%20vision_look%20into%20your%20heart.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="320" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-LEjESawKYju8kEjxCSaDJwS8UsKhCTT_Sg2Pg7Q3dQ1477YF-z3VS9CV9625LK4ihcAE3DY9iycrwczJPUd14h37ZpjkIhCiWdq-wJLa6WLj6ZUeCLQ88qK494fnjy9Z53Y0_ZEvfVcAw0dJy_P3p3QeaP6wHXb2APu_vaA4MOiC153pS5fSTaaFo57t/s1600/08_clear%20vision_look%20into%20your%20heart.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">What is in your heart? What is it that you <b>REALLY</b> want to do
and/or accomplish? What is it that "stirs" your soul and creates
"purpose" in and for your life? When you allow yourself to "tune in" to
whatever that is for you, your "vision" (path, direction) will become
clear. Do you believe that? For years I kept hearing about the need to
create a "mission statement" for your life. I even would almost "stress
out" over the fact that I couldn't come up with one. I literally would
try to put something into words but I kept falling short and, as a
result, I also would get discouraged. However, "out of the dark" (so to
speak) as I was "immersed" in positive information it just "came to me"
and came in a very clear and powerful message. The next graphic is what I
came up with (or, perhaps, what came to me):</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY4HGwvzX5Ufn5rwTQZEMZwjS1rrNPTTY59MwR-S_om00-eFbeXE7RbsHU6Ey85jHqzci2ObVpu39XzIngKfbBeDzS_9rHx_uSAcybwVQENQvENLFIoL7pBQDHBugyLgWpMhKE11_70O639xmicfKjo1jg_q_LGLW5xfVGq9TB33LGpRcrE0WKKLgz_fpR/s320/09_Mission%20Statement%20-%20Copy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="212" data-original-width="320" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY4HGwvzX5Ufn5rwTQZEMZwjS1rrNPTTY59MwR-S_om00-eFbeXE7RbsHU6Ey85jHqzci2ObVpu39XzIngKfbBeDzS_9rHx_uSAcybwVQENQvENLFIoL7pBQDHBugyLgWpMhKE11_70O639xmicfKjo1jg_q_LGLW5xfVGq9TB33LGpRcrE0WKKLgz_fpR/s1600/09_Mission%20Statement%20-%20Copy.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>I need to work harder on getting back to this focus but, the point is, once my "heart" took over, <b>THIS</b>
literally just "came out" or "appeared" to me. No, it wasn't magic and
it definitely came from my inner thoughts and feelings (my heart). It
can only be "real" and "true" when it comes out of your heart. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoKzxbz2vcolwtBaJHX0BgPq4r8lVlG9lAKJlAJgOncmtTvXimxZqw1lknsd37muHyL67j-pTW0ysQs-pqHtox_8VqDOyKd_PGCk6Lth_UouJHZePGyKqnLwSZDqLNhX9bfyGL4gG4ezzAMxBHlZbxBFUXTgZqWZkt0C29WRgHsPBnivHmYl4rG_lITFL6/s320/10_Dont-wait-The-time-will.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="239" data-original-width="320" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoKzxbz2vcolwtBaJHX0BgPq4r8lVlG9lAKJlAJgOncmtTvXimxZqw1lknsd37muHyL67j-pTW0ysQs-pqHtox_8VqDOyKd_PGCk6Lth_UouJHZePGyKqnLwSZDqLNhX9bfyGL4gG4ezzAMxBHlZbxBFUXTgZqWZkt0C29WRgHsPBnivHmYl4rG_lITFL6/s1600/10_Dont-wait-The-time-will.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">
Today is the day, my friend. Haven't you waited long enough? Haven't you
procrastinated long enough? Are you tired of breaking the promises that
you have made to yourself over the years?<b> ONE DAY AT A TIME</b>
breaks things down into much smaller "steps" that need to be taken. You
don't look at the idea of losing 50 lbs. over the next twelve months and
become overwhelmed. What you <b>DO</b> is break that down to what is
needed monthly and then daily and start making that journey. (By the
way, that comes out to .13 lbs per day).</div>
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That's up to you. <span style="background-color: yellow;"><b>"LIFE IS A HABIT"</b></span>...what do you need to do with yours?</div>
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Until next time, whatever you do, always be sure to...</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Make it an AWESOME day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></b></span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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I've just joined myself BUT, from what I've seen and listened to about this program, it is a WIN WIN situation that SHOULD appeal to just about EVERYBODY!<br /></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">The last "opportunity" that I posted before I updated this article was one that I didn't even know what the actual "product" was at the time. I did find out and, though good and something that some people would want, it did not have that "outreach to and for the masses" that I think would make it easier to promote and grow. <span style="background-color: #01ffff;">That is why I've updated and presented <b>THIS</b> information to you!</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Feel free to click on the link to get information on how to sign up (and benefit) for FREE and then you can decide if you want to "upgrade" for <b>$____ month</b>. Now, if you've ever done this type of thing before then you <b>KNOW</b> that the amount per month could be just about anything and it also usually involves extra expenses such as a fee for a website + having to order a bunch of product that <b>YOU</b> have to ship out, etc.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Not here! Are you ready for this? If you decide that you wanted to upgrade to where you would become an affiliate and be able to promote and benefit from those that sign up from your own personal referral link then the cost is simply a <b><span style="color: #990000;">one-time fee of $40 + only $9.95 per month</span></b>!! That's right... <b>$49.95 to get started then only $9.95 each month after</b> that with no "hidden costs/fees" and no "surprises" on that.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">EVEN WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR FREE</span></b>, you will get the <b>BENEFIT</b> of saving $$ on stuff that you already buy (not some "junk" from some online store you've never heard of) <b><u>AND</u></b> you will also benefit from a special promotion from one of the savings apps where, when you spend $30, you <b><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">GET $30 BACK!!</span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Listen, I've looked for <b>YEARS</b> to find something that made sense and that I felt good about sharing with others. I've also looked for something that others could participate in without "breaking the bank" to be a part of. I also wanted to find something that had a "product" that appealed to <b>EVERYONE</b> (as much as possible) and, friend, I do believe that this is it.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Without going into too much detail, as a paid member, you receive $34 every time someone (yes, even someone that signs up for free) activates their 3 apps (that's the figures you see in the above graphic). If they upgrade, you receive an additional $25. And there are a <b>LOT</b> of other ways that you can be paid on that I don't even understand completely but, honestly, I don't have to!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b style="background-color: #fcff01;">So, anyway, if you are interested and would like to learn more, just click on the following link:</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://myfreenxr.com/mspillman">http://myfreenxr.com/mspillman</a></p><p style="text-align: center;"> <br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">** Sign up and then <b>SHARE YOUR LINK</b> (just as I'm doing here) to position yourself moving forward**</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b style="color: #990000;">**WHAT IF I DON'T WANT TO CONTINUE?**</b></p><p style="text-align: center;">Then, don't continue! No obligations. Hey, the way I look at this is that this could be another opportunity for some additional income. <b>WHY NOT?</b><br /><br /></p><p></p>mspillmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01076093907576855661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1807899720675421125.post-49528564693453284062024-01-04T10:00:00.001-06:002024-01-04T10:00:00.138-06:00Will YOU "Settle for LESS"??<div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5XUHnQ94LaECcUIBh9ltT-gzBvQfk5DLcqSLaubJtSJg2cFxVNKCu-Uykh59K2Oc33__vacDICKllypD6K7e3_ZFzhqXyH0f8Ljv3mB5vJEcoQc8f_A7mhhRNrVlin5k28TrK3ZevQzyXhuuazSOXTKwsXvRY_ql3e9rmraj4GIECXdeeJYDPOgFjmxEw/s685/Settle%20for%20Less.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="390" data-original-width="685" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5XUHnQ94LaECcUIBh9ltT-gzBvQfk5DLcqSLaubJtSJg2cFxVNKCu-Uykh59K2Oc33__vacDICKllypD6K7e3_ZFzhqXyH0f8Ljv3mB5vJEcoQc8f_A7mhhRNrVlin5k28TrK3ZevQzyXhuuazSOXTKwsXvRY_ql3e9rmraj4GIECXdeeJYDPOgFjmxEw/w400-h228/Settle%20for%20Less.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> "Ninety-nine percent of people in the word are convinced they are incapable of achieving great things, so they aim for the mediocre. The level of competition is thus fiercest for 'realistic' goals, paradoxically making them the most time and energy-consuming. It's easier to raise $1,000,000 than it is $100,000. It's easier to pick up the one perfect 10 in the bar than the five 8's." - <b>Tim Ferriss</b></div><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><p style="text-align: justify;">I came across this quote this morning while reading from the book, "10X is Easier Than 2X" by <b>Dan Sullivan </b>with <b>Dr. Benjamin Hardy</b>. That type of thought is what this book is all about but, at the same time, it <b>STILL </b>got my attention!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">I couldn't help but think about that quote in connection with the fact that (as I write this article) we are 3 days into a new year. Yes, many people make <b>BIG </b>"resolutions" for the new year and, due to a lack of discipline along with several other factors, usually fail and fail rather quickly. "So, since I always fail at making my "resolutions" I just won't make any or set any goals at all."</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Yeah, that doesn't work either.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">At least not for those who <b>DO </b>actually desire <b>MORE</b> and <b>BETTER</b> for their life.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Listen, I'm dedicated to helping <b>YOU </b>learn how to actually put <b>ACTION </b>behind those desires!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Here's another quote from the above mentioned book that came from the author himself. Read this closely and pay close attention: </p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">"Whatever you focus on and commit to, you become the master of."</span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyL1JXQWzGEEc5_Ktv1pceNnxU1jHXinD6XZZWD70txZU8q6mLdDz-F7fwTgox1aLG4YHrWqDaQYfdVelxlW5MqYjTSFNhPsid5GPuKiSQoHlKkcHGASN0ADD78r5C4wvI-iJGNfBwpqqq2GmMakpTg_uJ3xOwslOyo7AUDZw3SD7l0h83su4iEvjFEIZw/s771/focus.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="771" height="140" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyL1JXQWzGEEc5_Ktv1pceNnxU1jHXinD6XZZWD70txZU8q6mLdDz-F7fwTgox1aLG4YHrWqDaQYfdVelxlW5MqYjTSFNhPsid5GPuKiSQoHlKkcHGASN0ADD78r5C4wvI-iJGNfBwpqqq2GmMakpTg_uJ3xOwslOyo7AUDZw3SD7l0h83su4iEvjFEIZw/w200-h140/focus.png" width="200" /></a></b></div><p><b><br /></b>Perhaps this is the best place to start this journey of avoiding mediocrity and living a fulfilling life...<b>FOCUS.</b></p><p>Write your thoughts down on that and allow your thoughts to "run free" (aka "brainstorm") and see what comes out of it. Take the time to really look over what you have written and consider them carefully and seriously.</p><p>I'd love to hear from you on what you came up with and, maybe, some things that I can use from some future articles to share with you.</p><p>I will be continuing this line of thought and I also encourage you to listen to the podcast on this topic as well as watch the video. You'll be glad you did!</p><p>Until next time, </p><p><i>W<span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">hatever you do, always be sure to make it an <b>AWESOME</b> day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></span></i></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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If you find value in this blog article, please "subscribe" so that you can receive my articles as they come out <b>BUT ALSO</b> be sure to click on the links at the bottom of this article so that you can also <b>LISTEN t</b>o the podcast and <b>WATCH t</b>he videos.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">I do my best to do a submission on the same topic via each of these venues and you <b>WILL</b> benefit by checking <b>EACH</b> of them since I don't follow a script which means you will get <u><b>THREE</b></u> entries on the same topic but with <b>EACH </b>of them being a "little different" than the others. This means you get the <b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">BEST of the BEST</span></b> by doing so.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Today's article is a continuation in thought from two previous articles <span style="background-color: #01ffff;">("Is it Really Fine?" and "ENOUGH is ENOUGH") </span>in which I ended up asking the question: "How can you <b>KNOW </b>if you really <b>ARE</b> dissatisfied with your current situation?"</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Don't miss the <b><u>IMPORTANCE</u></b> of what I'm sharing with you here (as well as in the podcast and video). <b><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>GET THIS:</u></span></b> If you will answer these questions thoroughly and <b>HONESTLY</b>, your <b>LIFE</b> could very well <b>CHANGE FOREVER</b> in a <b>POWERFUL</b> and <b>POSITIVE</b> way. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">Yes, I know that is a big claim but I stand behind that statement 100%!</span></b></i></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><u>READ THIS AGAIN: </u></b>You need to listen to the podcast and/or watch the video as I go "deeper" there than I will in this article. I'm going to give you the "outline" portion of this important "formula" but you need to go deeper via the other avenues available.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: red; color: white;"><b>HOW CAN I <u>KNOW</u> THAT I'M NOT TRULY SATISFIED WITH MY CURRENT SITUATION AND THAT IT'S TIME TO TAKE THAT STEP FOR HUGE CHANGE? </b></span> (This applies to<b> ANY</b> and <b>EVERY</b> area of your life - relationships, job position, finances, etc.)</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Apply it to <b>ANY</b> area by asking <b>THESE 2 MAIN IMPORTANT QUESTIONS</b> (I will be using FINANCES as an example):</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b style="background-color: #04ff00;"> 1. Are you SATISFIED with your level of INCOME?</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span> </span><span> <b> </b></span><b>A. </b>If <b>YES</b>, are you satisfied with what you have had to "give up" in order to achieve that level of income? (Get specific and make a list of what all you have had to give up...how much time? what have you missed out on? <b>GET VERY SPECIFIC!</b>)</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span>- Then ask <b>THIS</b> question: How long are you willing to continue this path in order to maintain that level of income <b>AND WHAT WILL YOU HAVE TO DO</b> to<u><b> INCREASE</b></u> that level? </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span> </span><span> </span><b>B.</b> If <b>NO</b>, then what will it take in order for you <b>TO BE SATISFIED</b> with your level of income? What will it take for you to go from your current amount of income (specifically list the $ amount) and where you think that "satisfactory level of income" would be (again, specifically list the $ amount)?</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span>- Make another list of <b>WHAT</b> you will have to do in order to reach that level of income. <b>WHAT WILL YOU HAVE TO GIVE</b> in time <b>AS WELL AS</b> possible missed events, etc. in order to reach that level. Will you have to invest in some additional classes/courses in order to do so. What will that cost be (specifically list that $ amount)</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span>- How long will you be willing to continue this path in order to <u><b>ACHIEVE</b></u> that level of income and <b>WHAT WILL YOU HAVE TO DO</b> to not only <u><b>MAINTAIN</b></u> that level but to also <u>INCREASE</u> that level at some point in time?</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span> </span><b><span style="background-color: #04ff00;">2. IF YOU ARE NOT SATISFIED WITH YOUR ANSWERS...</span></b>What then? (Specifically list what you think your options may be).</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #6fa8dc;">That's it! Get real, get honest, get specific with your answers and this could <b>CHANGE YOUR LIFE <u>FOREVER</u></b>. I can actually tell you that - either way - it <b>WILL</b> change your life one way or the other. You will either <b>MOVE <u>FORWARD</u></b> in a <b>POWERFUL</b> and <b>POSITIVE</b> way or you will remain stagnant which, in reality, means that you will be moving <b><u>BACKWARDS</u>.</b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">#TRUTH</p><p style="text-align: justify;">If this has triggered something in you...leave a comment or go to www.FutureYouUniversity.com and leave a comment there OR contact me directly and share your thoughts with me at: mike@FutureYouUniversity.com</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">THE GOOD NEWS?</span></b> I'm heading into this new year with <b>THIS VERY THING </b>at the center of my focus and direction for my own life and for those that are willing and ready to MOVE FORWARD once and for all.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Join me? Let's go!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Until next time...</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i>W<span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">hatever you do, always be sure to make it an <b>AWESOME</b> day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></span></i></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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It's time for me to get <b>CAUGHT UP</b> on the podcasts and videos that I have published so far this month...sorry for not getting the blog articles up with each of these but...it is what it is so this will be a quick recap for you in order to encourage you to check them out for yourself.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Holiday Season (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years) is a very joyous and festive time of the year...but not for everyone. There are many that go through high levels of stress during this Holiday Season that is brought on by several different factors.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">I've tried to address some of these factors in this month's episodes and I hope that either you, yourself, will be blessed and encouraged by these OR that you will share with someone that could use this encouragement. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b style="background-color: #fcff01;">*You can access all of the podcasts and/or videos by clicking on the appropriate links found at the bottom of this article.*<span style="background-color: white;"> </span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">I began talking about the very fact that many people struggle during this time of the year and then, in following episodes address some specific "<b>Holiday STRESS Factors" </b>as follows:</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span> <b><span style="color: #990000;"> </span></b></span><b><span style="color: #990000;">- "Missing Loved Ones"...</span></b> For many this time of the year is especially stressful and hard to get through due to them going through this season without loved ones. I know, for me, my oldest sister is going through this Holiday Season for the first time without her husband of nearly 50 years. My wife is going through her 3rd year without her Mother and her 2nd year without her Dad and it's still tough! I have found that it doesn't really matter how long that loved one has been gone, it's still tough! Watch and/or listen as I share some suggestions to help ease that difficulty.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span> <span style="color: #990000;"> </span></span><span style="color: #990000;"><b>- "Dealing with 'Uncle Eddie'! (FAMILY)"</b> -</span> I jokingly refer to "Uncle Eddie" as <b>THAT</b> particular relative that's a little "odd" that you may try to avoid at family gatherings. However, many times, stress can come from a lot of <b>DIFFERENT</b> family members during this time of the year. I think I give some pretty good suggestions on how to best handle some of these situations that you may come across while being around family. <b><i><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">What about YOU?</span></i></b> What suggestions do <b><u>YOU</u></b> have that care to share...perhaps from your own experiences?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span> <span style="color: #990000;"><b> </b></span></span><span style="color: #990000;"><b>- "Being BROKE at Christmas!" -</b></span> I'm not sure that there are many more things as stressful for parents as "being broke" at Christmas and trying to figure out how to have Christmas for their kids. Hey listen, I give some GREAT advice on how to "have Christmas" even when short on funds BUT I also close this one out with a very STRONG challenge to those listening:<b><i><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"> DETERMINE TO <u>NEVER</u> ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE IN THAT SITUATION AGAIN - <u>EVER</u>!! <span style="background-color: white;"></span></span></i></b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">The late, great Jim Rohn used to tell the story of a Girl Scout coming to his door to sell him some Girl Scout cookies for $2.00, which he didn't have! He talked about how embarrassed he was that he couldn't even give this little girl the $2.00 for a box of cookies and, due to this embarrassing situation, vowed that he would NEVER be in that situation again. And, he wasn't!</span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">This led me to the start of my next set of episodes...<b>DETERMINING</b> that it is <b><u>TIME</u></b> to<b><span style="color: #990000;"> MAKE A CHANGE</span></b> once in for all!</span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCSthRvPts5nrB8rsjq6abuxQarhTyPU2shVJWjgs4ciF5oxunhxOkUKMu8rSY7smKrXgBFxrTbUfk4tfIrST8QsebVIw2TPZehvuCbVHXrtB0QvvSjSVTwBZRjrSBzL_QXq2iCC-qzPFsgizq_o9NT_wVei4eWc3gVO90KLNuvxcl1dU6mkKY5PeD170m/s1141/Cannot%20Change_THUMBNAIL.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1141" data-original-width="857" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCSthRvPts5nrB8rsjq6abuxQarhTyPU2shVJWjgs4ciF5oxunhxOkUKMu8rSY7smKrXgBFxrTbUfk4tfIrST8QsebVIw2TPZehvuCbVHXrtB0QvvSjSVTwBZRjrSBzL_QXq2iCC-qzPFsgizq_o9NT_wVei4eWc3gVO90KLNuvxcl1dU6mkKY5PeD170m/w150-h200/Cannot%20Change_THUMBNAIL.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><br /><span style="background-color: white;"><b>"You Can NOT Change!"</b> - Wow, that's a pretty <b>BOLD</b> statement, isn't it? Well, you need to be sure to watch/listen to the content because, in the context provided, that statement is <b>100% TRUE</b>!</span></span></span></span><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;">You've heard it before: "For things to <b>CHANGE</b>, things must <b>CHANGE</b>!" Or, maybe you've heard it this way, "If Nothing <b>CHANGES</b>, <u><b><span style="color: #990000;">NOTHING</span></b></u> changes!" And finally, maybe this one: "If you wants <b>THINGS TO CHANGE </b>then, understand that <b><span style="color: #990000;">THINGS MUST CHANGE!</span></b>"</span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">This is also when I began talking about my upcoming <b>"Do-Be-Have MORE Challenge"</b> that will be coming up soon. 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What was it that brought you to that point that made you <b><u><span style="color: #990000;">DECIDE</span></u></b> - once and for all - that it was <b>TIME</b> to make a <b>CHANGE</b>? </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Be sure to listen in as I share a personal story regarding my health back in 2003 and what it was that made me finally reach that point.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Now you are all caught up! *Whew*</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">I hope that you will take the time to now go and watch/listen and, if you would, leave comments either on my YouTube channel or at my <a href="http://www.FutureYouUniversity.com" target="_blank">www.FutureYouUniversity.com </a>page with the corresponding podcast and/or video.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">In a recent blog post I asked if you were ready to <b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">MOVE FORWARD WITH ME</span></b>. Well friend, that time is <b>NOW</b>...<b><span style="color: #990000;">you coming? </span><br /></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Whatever you do, always be sure to make it an <b>AWESOME</b> day - who else is going to do it for you?</span></span></i></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;">Take care -</span></span></i></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Mike</span></b></span></span></i></p><div style="text-align: center;">
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It happens to you and me <b><u>EVERY</u> <u>SINGLE</u> <u>DAY</u>!</b> That's what makes "life", <b>LIFE</b>, right?</div><div style="text-align: justify;">However, the main thing is that we do not become complacent to the point of just "letting life happen" without any effort on our part to direct the path of our life.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">So, without going into a lot of information about things at this point, <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">I HAVE A FAVOR TO ASK OF YOU.</span></b>..yeah, <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">YOU!</span></b> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">Please take a moment and, in the comments, <b>LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU NEED</b> from me that can and will <b>HELP YOU</b> as you walk along this path called life in order to <b>GET</b> and <b><u>MAINTAIN</u></b> the positive mindset <b>NEEDED</b> along the way.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><u>PLEASE</u></b> don't let this go by...<b>I NEED TO HEAR FROM <u>YOU</u></b> on this and I value your input. <br /></div><br /><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsdtssLlEDhaibdIv9a0mkfKpvz_MNCZhfoQFwE6LWZ10mut5KPTO6D7MxCmyjaZuGc7wWqolR6W9UJFqgDL-tjGRNrwZQZb2089Kr3cYx_tkTRLCGbh_WVLr2EJN1Gr31YyOJKfzmVDXLMuNVg90L5r2bdQgAZpai_EvcnvzhBuNHBDe453ASjP9_DSSp/s1060/feedback-2-3045831193.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="596" data-original-width="1060" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsdtssLlEDhaibdIv9a0mkfKpvz_MNCZhfoQFwE6LWZ10mut5KPTO6D7MxCmyjaZuGc7wWqolR6W9UJFqgDL-tjGRNrwZQZb2089Kr3cYx_tkTRLCGbh_WVLr2EJN1Gr31YyOJKfzmVDXLMuNVg90L5r2bdQgAZpai_EvcnvzhBuNHBDe453ASjP9_DSSp/s320/feedback-2-3045831193.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: justify;">I look forward to reading what you have to say. Get ready! <b><span style="background-color: #fcff01;">2024 is going to be an AMAZING JOURNEY with FUTURE YOU UNIVERSITY!</span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Until next time, remember...<b><br /></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b>YOU'RE HERE FOR A REASON</b> and, whatever you do, always be sure to... </span></span><i> </i></span><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b><i><span style="color: #990000;">"Make it an AWESOME day! (Who else is going to do it for you?)"</span></i></b><br />
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All three of these articles come from the video that I have listed above (you should watch that video, as well). </p><p style="text-align: justify;">To help you out, <a href="https://futureyouuniversity.blogspot.com/2022/08/you-gotta-have-faith.html" target="_blank"><b>HERE</b></a> is the link for the 1st article in this series titled, <span style="color: #cc0000;"><i><b>"You Gotta' Have Faith!"</b></i></span>...you can click <a href="https://futureyouuniversity.blogspot.com/2022/09/do-something-today.html" target="_blank"><b>HERE</b></a> for the second (most recent) article titled, <span style="color: #cc0000;"><i><b>"Do Something TODAY!"</b></i></span>.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">I'm guessing that, if I were to ask for a show of hands for all who would like a "breakthrough", I'd see each and every one of you reading this with their hand in the air, right?</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Here is the quote that I pulled from the above mentioned video that stuck with me on this point: <span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>"There is no <b>BREAKTHROUGH</b> without a <b>BREAKDOWN</b>."</i></span> (paraphrased by me)</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Have you ever heard the phrase "overnight success"?</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Yeah, 99.9% of the time it's just not an accurate description of a band, singer, business, etc. Sure, they may "burst onto the scene" what seems like overnight. This usually means that this is when they become known after being "unknown". </p><p style="text-align: justify;">However, most of the time this person, group or business (and whatever else it may be) has been grinding and struggling for years just trying to "make it". Just because they have not been known on a "big stage" doesn't mean that they have not been working hard for a long time.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Oh, but wait! Someone that wins the lottery could be considered an overnight success, right? Nope. Chances are (more often than not) that the person that won that lottery will be worse off in a few years than they were <b>BEFORE</b> they won that lottery. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Why? Because they haven't been through the struggle that has helped them learn what it takes to "make it" and to be wise with the money that they have collected over time. Sure, they may have struggled before they won that lottery but seldom have they struggled to the point of learning how to handle such sudden financial gain. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">We <b>ALL</b> want a "breakthrough" but not many of us are willing to go through the "breakdown" first in order to achieve what's on the other side. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">I was at a business convention once where the speakers would start off by telling a short story of how they got to where they were. One, that I had visited with personally on a few occasions, simply said something along the lines of, "I'm not even going to tell you what I did to get where I am (he was a millionaire) because I know none of you would do it." Knowing a little about his story, I knew he was right!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Many want the success but most are not willing to do what it takes in order to obtain that success.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTkoklglfP-emG2El7_Xx9Svae42rBngs-bynZSC_CqFxVFbMx1GuTA-e1SNPhUC2KkFpdMQ0_i-HvPSRzmDAJiy4A-ZspOcPK-XEoDwDnQ4p3DM1-hdn3cXT2nfvBlzGEn_lszufyLgsvLxB5oIB0Cr10xGoB8VT1B5Z9Xk3iMcLlskPUDTtbXYs89Q/s499/Edison.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="317" data-original-width="499" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTkoklglfP-emG2El7_Xx9Svae42rBngs-bynZSC_CqFxVFbMx1GuTA-e1SNPhUC2KkFpdMQ0_i-HvPSRzmDAJiy4A-ZspOcPK-XEoDwDnQ4p3DM1-hdn3cXT2nfvBlzGEn_lszufyLgsvLxB5oIB0Cr10xGoB8VT1B5Z9Xk3iMcLlskPUDTtbXYs89Q/s320/Edison.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> There are so many listed quotes that are supposedly said by <b>Thomas Edison</b> that are similar to the one in the graphic above but, you get the idea of what he is saying. <p></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Was <b>Mr. Edison</b> an "overnight success"? 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But he <b>WAS</b>, most definitely, a success!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Here's one last quote that I want to leave you with today along these lines...</p><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHI0XkC6W7zf_L-zzAAVq5V9lHOEW8jPj3wYwB9fm80jtprNcGz8TELM1_X-Ig7BGb9OA1_DtXvGKivD2nd54Sf5hMM34saPuMpFubNRkKstzywzGFqZXpjG3Ss9jjsOhBGPZOykLZnj78WK-1PnGz1gm6ZShp8yh7PEluL17L8xCYF5D5y8jCj8ik6w/s1200/Edison_do%20not%20give%20up.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="168" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHI0XkC6W7zf_L-zzAAVq5V9lHOEW8jPj3wYwB9fm80jtprNcGz8TELM1_X-Ig7BGb9OA1_DtXvGKivD2nd54Sf5hMM34saPuMpFubNRkKstzywzGFqZXpjG3Ss9jjsOhBGPZOykLZnj78WK-1PnGz1gm6ZShp8yh7PEluL17L8xCYF5D5y8jCj8ik6w/s320/Edison_do%20not%20give%20up.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Has the "breakdown" beaten you down to the point that you are ready to quit right before you have your "breakthrough"?<p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #9fc5e8;">Think about it and keep <b>LIVING IN FAITH</b> and <b>DO SOMETHING TODAY</b> that you will push your towards your <b>BREAKTHROUGH</b>. </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Until next time, remember...<b><br /></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b>YOU'RE HERE FOR A REASON</b> and, whatever you do, always be sure to... </span></span><i> </i></span><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b><i><span style="color: #990000;">"Make it an AWESOME day! 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That will help "connect" these together. Also, I'm not going to write a very long blog article (the podcast was fairly short as well) on this topic because I have recently discussed the importance of <b>TODAY</b>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The two lines above the first paragraph are what stood out in the above listed video after covering the first main impression that was covered in the previous article and podcast. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Have you ever heard or read this phrase? </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><b>"TODAY is the TOMORROW that you worried about YESTERDAY!"</b></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b> </b></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Listen, it doesn't matter if you are having fun or not, the fact is, <b>TIME FLIES</b> either way! It seems to pass by even faster as I have gotten older but, the fact remains that time passes at the exact same pace for <b>EVERYONE</b>, regardless of what we may think.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span> </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>The late<b> Charlie "Tremendous" Jones</b> once said, </span></span></span><i><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>“You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read.” </span></span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span> </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>The late <b>Jim Rohn</b> also said,<i>"The difference between where you are today and where you'll be five years from now will be found in the quality of books you've read."</i> I also remember hearing him talk about the fact that five years are going to come and go for us all but the difference will be what we decide to do <b>TODAY</b>, each and every day, over those next five years.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span> </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b>Jim Rohn</b> also emphasized the importance of <b>TODAY</b> in this quote: </span></span></span><i>“Either you run the day or the day runs you..” </i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i> </i></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The choice is yours. What will <b>YOU</b> do <b>TODAY</b>?</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><p style="text-align: justify;">Until next time, remember...<b><br /></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b>YOU'RE HERE FOR A REASON</b> and, whatever you do, always be sure to... </span></span><i> </i></span><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b><i><span style="color: #990000;">"Make it an AWESOME day! (Who else is going to do it for you?)"</span></i></b><br />
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Same topic, additional/different information than you get by only reading this blog post. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">As I start this new 3-part "Mini-Series" with thoughts that I gathered after watching the above mentioned video a few months ago, I want to share with you the first thought that caused me to pause the video and write it down...<br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><b>We want faith to take place but we don't want to operate <u>IN</u> faith (WOW!)</b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Now, as you read over that sentence you may think, "Uh, Mike...what's the difference in the two?"</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>My answer: "<b>BIG</b> difference!" </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>I'll start off by making a very simple comparison that may help us all to "get" this part. How many start off each new year with their "New Year's Resolution" with the #1 thing being, "I want to (or I'm going to) lose weight!" And, likely, they become very adamant about doing so with every passing year that they don't accomplish this "goal". <b>TALKING ABOUT</b> or <b>PLANNING</b> to do something is far different than actually <b>DOING</b> that thing, right?</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>So it is with the idea of <b>WANTING</b> faith in your life or <b>SAYING</b> that you <b>WANT</b> to "live in/by faith" as compared to actually living (operating) <b>IN</b> faith as stated above.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Here's my simple "explanation" (not really a definition) of <b>FAITH</b>: Trusting or believing in something that you cannot see. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>What??? Are you <b>CRAZY</b>? </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Think about it...if you can see it or know that it is there then there is no faith required, right?</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Here's another simple (and silly) example that may help. Let's say you are on one side of a ravine and your friend is on the <b>OTHER</b> side of that ravine and that the depth of that ravine is 1,000 feet. In other words, step off of your side of the ravine and you will die when you plummet 1,000 feet. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>You <b>WANT</b> to get to the other side to be with your friend but, there's that gap between you and your friend. You say, "I wish there was a way for me to get from here to where you are!!" to which your friend replies, "There is!" Excitedly you exclaim, "Just tell me how or what to do and I'll do it....hurry up and tell me!!!"</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Your friend says, "I know you can't see it but there is an invisible bridge over the ravine that connects the two sides and all you have to do is walk across."</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>What would you do?</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>A <b>LARGE</b> part of what you would do depends on how much you actually <b>TRUST</b> your friend, right? And, even then, it would still be very difficult to step out onto something that you cannot see to walk across. <b>EVERYTHING</b> in your body and mind would be screaming <u><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>"DON'T DO IT!"</b></span></u> as a way to try to protect you from what would seem to be certain death.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Sure, you still might be scared even if you <b>COULD</b> see that bridge but it would not take <b>FAITH</b> that it is there in order to be able to take that first step. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Living <b>IN</b> faith or <b>BY</b> faith is a lot like that. First of all, it <b>DEMANDS</b> trust and it also has <b>SUBSTANCE</b> and <b>EVIDENCE</b> even thought you cannot really "see" the answer. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>Yep, I'm going to bring in some scripture from the Bible because God's Word is the foundation for my life. It is my anchor and it is what gives me a solid foundation on which to walk in and through this life. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span>So, right off, there is <b>TRUST</b> involved and that <b>TRUST</b> is based on what you do or don't believe about God and His Son, Jesus. It's your choice but, as I share these thoughts with you, understand that this <b>TRUST</b> that I'm talking about will determine if you do or don't live in or by faith. It's just like the trust you either do or don't have your friend in the example above. </span></span><b> <br /></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #0b5394;"><i><b>"</b></i></span><span class="text Heb-11-1"><span style="color: #0b5394;"><i><b>Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."</b></i></span> <b>(</b></span><b>Hebrews 11:1 NKJV)</b></p><p>Faith is the <u><b>SUBSTANCE</b></u> of things hoped for.<b> </b>It's not just "wishful thinking" or a "false hope". This faith has substance and that substance is supported by your <b>TRUST</b> and your <b>BELIEF</b>. I'll tie all of this together in a minute but let's go to the next part first.</p><p>Faith actually has <b>EVIDENCE</b> of things not seen! It's not a "blind faith" but one that has substance and evidence! </p><p>You cannot <b>SEE</b> the wind but you can see <b>EVIDENCE</b> of the wind, right? </p><p>So, living <b>IN</b> or <b>BY</b> faith has substance based on your <b>TRUST</b> in the one that you follow or listen to, just like your friend in the above example. Honestly, if you don't believe in God or trust God then you will not and cannot have <b>FAITH</b> in God. It is impossible. As a matter of fact, just go a few verses further down to verse 6 and you will find this: <span style="color: #cc0000;"><i><b>"But without faith it is impossible to please Him..."</b></i></span></p><p><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: black;">The evidence is there. The substance is there. You may have this evidence based on things that have happened in your own life. You may have evidence based on things that you have seen or have been told about things in the lives of others. </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: black;">No?</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: black;">Well, just keep reading in <b>Hebrews 11</b> and you will read of person after person after person that lived <b>BY</b> faith or <b>IN</b> faith and what happened in their lives. This chapter is often called "The Hall of Fame of Faith" because of these things. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: black;">So, getting down to the nuts and bolts of all of this, <span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><u><b>TALK IS CHEAP</b></u></span>. Whether you are talking about what you want/plan to do as part of your "New Year's Resolution" or stepping out and living <b>IN</b> or <b>BY</b> faith. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: black;">The choice is yours but it <b>WILL</b> require <b>TRUST</b> in order to take <b>ACTION</b>. </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="color: black;">Join me next time as I continue on with some thoughts from this video. We will go from talking about <b>FAITH </b>to actually <b>DOING SOMETHING TODAY</b> (taking <b>ACTION</b>). </span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Until next time, remember...<b><br /></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b>YOU'RE HERE FOR A REASON</b> and, whatever you do, always be sure to... </span></span><i> </i></span><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b><i><span style="color: #990000;">"Make it an AWESOME day! (Who else is going to do it for you?)"</span></i></b><br />
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Why? Because they form a "mini-series" and today's blog article is the last of this 3-part series. You need to be caught up/up to date on the thoughts that have preceded this article to get the most out of the series.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">I want to start this one off sharing something that I saw on another commercial. As part of the commercial script, the lady says something along the lines of: <span style="color: #cc0000;"><i><b>"It's important to surround yourself with the right people."</b></i></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Now, I already knew this but it was a good "memory jogger" that made me decide to do a blog article/podcast on that truth.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">You've probably heard it said many times that we are most like the 5 people with which we spend the most time. When you think about that idea it might <b>SCARE YOU</b> or it may <b>ENCOURAGE YOU</b>. Which is it for you? Do you <b>WANT</b> to be like those people in your "circle"? </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">By the way, this is often referred to as your "circle of influence". That's a great description because that's exactly what it is!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">When it's stated that you are most "like" those people it means that you are influenced by those people in <b>EVERY</b> area of your life to the point that you "mimic" their thoughts and attitudes and, yes, even their <b>ACTIONS</b> in your own life. Give that some <b>SERIOUS</b> thought, friend!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">You tend to adapt the same mindset and attitude with your...Finances, Physical Fitness, How you Present Yourself Physically (and every other way) and even your mindset and attitude with your relationships (spouse, friends, co-workers, etc.). </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">This "circle" also shapes your thoughts on living a <b>FULL</b> life without regrets (the previous two articles). <br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">So, yeah, <b>YOUR "CIRCLE" MATTERS!</b><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"> What influence do <b>YOU</b> have on <b>YOUR</b> "circle"? If you take a look at your circle and decide it's not what you need in your life, you can do one of two things: change your circle or, through your influence you can try to <b>CHANGE</b> the mindset and attitude of those in that circle. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Maybe <b>YOU</b> are the <b>CHANGE</b> that your circle needs. Perhaps <b>YOU</b> are the one that, through your own mindset and focus, can help change the way your "circle" talks, acts and even thinks. Notice this list of things that Paul encourages the Christians in the city of Philippi to think about and focus on as a way to encourage each other (their "circle").</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><i> Finally, brethren, whatever things are <u><b>true</b></u>, whatever things are <u><b>noble</b></u>, whatever things are <u><b>just</b></u>, whatever things are <u><b>pure</b></u>, whatever things are <u><b>lovely</b></u>, whatever things are <u><b>of good report</b></u>, if there is <u><b>any virtue </b></u>and if there is<u><b> anything praiseworthy</b></u>—<span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><u>meditate on these thing</u>s</span>. </i><b><span style="color: black;">(Philippians 4:8)</span></b></span> </p><div style="text-align: justify;">In the last article I also referred to what the writer of the book (letter) of Hebrews encourage the group there to do as a way to help strengthen each other while going through a lot of struggles...<sup class="versenum"> </sup><span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>"but exhort (we, today, would use the word "encourage") one another daily, while it is called <span class="oblique">“Today,” </span></i><span class="oblique"><b><span style="color: black;">(Hebrews 3:13)</span></b></span><i><span class="oblique"><br /></span></i></span></div> <p style="text-align: justify;">Here's another section where the same writer passes this advice on to the same group of people on how to continue with this daily encouragement...<span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>"<span class="text Heb-10-24" id="en-NKJV-30158">And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, </span><span class="text Heb-10-25" id="en-NKJV-30159"><sup class="versenum"> </sup>not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting (encouraging) one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching."</span></i></span> <b>(Hebrews 10:24-25) </b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">The phrase, "stir up" is often used in a negative way. Usually it's something that is bad (and often intentional) and may be used in phrases such as, "Wow, you sure stirred up a hornet's nest!" If you know anything about hornets then you <b>KNOW</b> that that is <b>NOT</b> a good thing! Yikes!</p><p style="text-align: justify;">However, in this section of scripture from the Bible, that phrase is used in the opposite way. The advice given is to "stir up" <b>GOOD</b> things such as love, good works (good activity, activity that brings about good/positive results), not "skipping out" on spending time together as a way of encouraging each other.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Now listen, sometimes you have to just understand that your actions may not impact those in your current "circle" the way you need. Take a look at what is said in this graphic...<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinEeYZyXqQhpO9SayGEZJiKvmyRUTR0ujl9IVWK-JygWmSaYQxILrLO1jZYrlJPI2DaKOUOrLEdUcfwbb7b8YfuBzKawUa6e08qaeylRtGw6BZXgcP0_T--rOLKX-MTyhKccesVW6Z9VyeLtVvVv8zyDfhMok9gqsErjqPodW16w1nyFJ35egSyh3qpQ/s1080/Change%20the%20people%20around%20you.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinEeYZyXqQhpO9SayGEZJiKvmyRUTR0ujl9IVWK-JygWmSaYQxILrLO1jZYrlJPI2DaKOUOrLEdUcfwbb7b8YfuBzKawUa6e08qaeylRtGw6BZXgcP0_T--rOLKX-MTyhKccesVW6Z9VyeLtVvVv8zyDfhMok9gqsErjqPodW16w1nyFJ35egSyh3qpQ/w200-h200/Change%20the%20people%20around%20you.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p style="text-align: justify;">So, yeah, sometimes you will need to actually <b>CHANGE</b> the people with which you spend your time. Oh, believe me, I understand that this might be very difficult and, at times, may be even seemingly impossible, depending on who that person(s) may be. <br /> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">But, keep this in mind. If <b>YOU</b> start living your life the way that the above Scriptures suggest then, guess what? <b>YOUR</b> mindset and attitude will improve in such away that you will begin to <b>ATTRACT</b> the "right kind" of people that will also have the same approach. What will you have then? A "circle of friends" that will encourage you and spur you on just as you will be doing for them. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">So, just in case you haven't quite caught on to this truth, let me leave you with one more graphic using the thoughts found in <b>1 Corinthians 15:33</b>...<span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>"Do not be deceived (don't fool yourself!), bad company corrupts good morals."</i></span><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWZqYxeWyJnTwMLoUX-j735O1Igu-Crl_-sDG6yalkra9KDRVgA11JcEu7e74lN4xTYKuVHPcceRz7tbaxLfkB1nBHSL-ISgA70MZl1rXuLuhwBG1_QxigAWuXdAVfqYlzuikVjTBkHKre5s3oHANYTpF9QhIioi3CVyhVmwzjGlzqORQYhu6OHZNKiQ/s736/Biblical_Who%20You%20Surround%20Yourself%20With.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="671" data-original-width="736" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWZqYxeWyJnTwMLoUX-j735O1Igu-Crl_-sDG6yalkra9KDRVgA11JcEu7e74lN4xTYKuVHPcceRz7tbaxLfkB1nBHSL-ISgA70MZl1rXuLuhwBG1_QxigAWuXdAVfqYlzuikVjTBkHKre5s3oHANYTpF9QhIioi3CVyhVmwzjGlzqORQYhu6OHZNKiQ/w200-h183/Biblical_Who%20You%20Surround%20Yourself%20With.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;">You may want to listen in on the podcast to catch some of my "Southern Expressions" that express this same thought. You might get a kick out of it! </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><u><b>To sum this "mini-series" up</b></u>: <span style="background-color: #fcff01;">In order to live your life <b>FULL</b> and to die <b>EMPTY</b> (with <b>NO</b> regrets) then you must understand the importance of living <span style="color: #cc0000;"><u><b>TODAY</b></u></span> to the best of your ability. One major way to do that is to surround yourself with people that will strengthen and encourage you each and every day. Carefully choose and develop your "circle" to be challenged to live in a way to get the <b>MOST</b> out of your life.<span style="background-color: white;"><span> </span></span></span></p><p>Until next time, remember...<b><br /></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b>YOU'RE HERE FOR A REASON</b> and, whatever you do, always be sure to... </span></span><i> </i></span><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span><b><i><span style="color: #990000;">"Make it an AWESOME day! (Who else is going to do it for you?)"</span></i></b><br />
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