Can you hear me
Can I talk to you
Are we friends
Hello your Chief Engineer is calling
Let me tune you up
Let me tune you up
… like Indy Race Car
We will take test runs
I will recalibrate you
Sure you know how to drive
I’ll let you drive, if you let Me chart the course
I am watching you from perched on High
I see you and the car you are riding in
I made everything around you
Let Me lead you,
… by always adjusting you.
Making it happen is only hard in your mind. Getting things going in the right direction starts with the “I can do mindset” . When you feel like no one else is there and you “gotta” make it happen apply these 3 principles.
This seems simple but to encourage yourself you cannot mumble. You need audible encouragement. Write down what you want to say to yourself. I.E… ( I will publish my e-book before Christmas). Stop reading right now and write 3 encouragements for yourself. Talk good to yourself because the situation is already speaking negatively.
I will be mentally and physically strong.
I can achieve my goals in life.
I will stay ahead.
I won’t slack on little task I need to accomplish.
I will write down my goals and stick to them.
It is about God – not me
10 Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might; for there is no work or device or knowledge or wisdom in the grave where you are going. Ecclesiastes 9:10 (NKJV)
“We walk by Faith and not by sight “ Talk to God first about everything. Once you set some goals and practice encouraging yourself then get out of your comfort zone and make it happen with positive action. Every step is important. Do not get too happy with a little good work, keep walking out your dreams. Faith does not always see what is next but it definitely sees what the end result will be.
One interview is a stepping out on Faith, 20 interviews is walking by Faith
One sales call is encouraging, 20 sales calls is walking by Faith
Sitting at home praying demonstrates Faith in God. Praying while you are on the way to get what you deserve shows faith in action on this earth.
I shall put myself in unknown conditions in order to achieve what I need.
I will push myself to the limit and then go even further.
Instead of accomplishing 3 goals, I will accomplish 5 and then work ahead some more.
Instead of working to a stopping point, I will make it to a new beginning.
I have used this statement before because it is one of the encouragements that I SHOUT when it seems that no one wants to help me. Generally the truth is, “No one wants to help me in the manner I want to receive the help.”
It is hard to help someone that does not want to help themselves. God will get it done with or without you. You get more out of it if you let Him lead you. So stand up and SHOUT ” If it is to be it is up to me.”
Theses are some things that are constructive to say. Within myself I will work until I cannot anymore, then once I have my strength back I will go and do it again. I will not stop until it is set to where if I work or not it won’t even matter.
I am going to stop procrastinating and get it done.
I will stay focused and follow through.
When I write out my goals and I will not tweak them to make it easier for me.
Please Remember:
YOU have to get up and help yourself
You have to stop blaming the world for your problems
YOU have to put yourself in a better position
You have to stop looking for the easy way out
YOU have to stand up to the issues and overcome them
YOU have to Make it Happen
My question to you is…
Dream like a baby
The other day I was thinking this dreaming thing gets old, especially if you have high expectations. The problem comes when dreams do not see any results. Every dreamer needs encouragement so I am here to help those of you that still want to be on the dream team. Below are a few things that can be used in low moments to you back on track.
1. Be encouraged
Be happy that you still have the opportunity to envision a more peaceful existence.
2. You have to keep hope alive
No hope, no life. This is simple but direct because once you give up the hope of achieving your dreams; your ability to dream will diminish.
3. Think positive and shine the light on your dream
Norman Vincent Peale had it right; there is Power in Positive Thinking. Think big and think positive often. Also, shine a light on your dreams. Let some others know about what you are dreaming about. Do not feel ashamed for delayed dreams.
4. Stay with your dream, persistence pays dividends
You will see victory if you continue to the end. The privilege of persistence is that you are now familiar with the enemy. Now you know what do to and you are equipped to overcome.
5. Loose the attitude
Just because you are not living in a dream state, does not give you the right to throw sour grapes at everyone else. If you have an bad attitude, you are blocking your dreams.
10. Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be. 11. Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter? James 3:10-11
Here is an easy way to get back to on the Dream Team. Pick two things that you know you can do and complete them. After that pick three hard things and finish them quickly. Now you can do this over and over again until your Dreams are Dreams no more. All you have now is a Dream life.
What 2 things are you going to do today to help your Dreams?
Miguel Cabrera has won the 2012 Triple Crown for Major League Baseball. A feat that very few men in history can lay claim. The attributes of a winning a Triple Crown in baseball can be applied to your life and leadership skills.
America’s national pastime as the first player in nearly half a century to win the triple crown, leading the American League in home runs (44), batting average (.330) and runs batted in (139). The New YorkTimes, John Eligon 10/3/12
1. Miguel Cabrera had the best batting average so can you.
His team and coaches could count on him throughout the year to be consistent in his performance. You too can be consistent in all you do. Doing what you are supposed to do has rewards. When you are consistent you eliminate problems.
2. Runs batted in show his ability to help others
Everyday you should look for someone to help. Make it part of your mission to help others at work and home score. The world loves a team player even when it comes at a “sacrifice” to you. This is what Cabrera did by hitting so his team could score.
3. Have home run power
By being the home run champion Cabrera let the team and the opponents know that he was serious about moving forward. You too can knock it out of the park if you work on what you are good at doing. Look for something you do well and perfect that skill until you are a home run hitter.
I’m taking my time. I feel much more confident, and every day I feel like I’m getting better.
Miguel Cabrera
How are you developing your Triple Crown attributes?
This is an excerpt from a Course I am developing for Patient Leadership. The relationship between the path to patience and obedience takes a concentrated effort. The following principles shed light on what it means to have obedience in the world of Patient Leadership.
• To obey is better than sacrifice
• Obey your conscience
• Stick to your written goals even when large obstacles arise
The Creator puts parameters around to remind us of the need for obedience. As we mature we believe that we do not have to obey anyone. We proclaim that we have no master and our decisions are self-determined. One universal reminder is the demand of obedience to our bodies. These fleshly creations quickly let us know the limits and needs that must be obeyed. It takes patience to operate your body through proper rest, diet and meaningful exercise. This type of obedience must be demonstrated in our lives relative to acquiring The Patience to Dominate.
2 Corinthians 10:5-6
Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; 6 And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.
We must obey the code of conduct that shrouds our conscience. Obstacles may arise that will skew our actions away from set desires. The closer you are to fulfilling your destiny requires more obedience. Obedience is controlled restriction, sacrifice is forced removal. It is better to obey than to sacrifice.
Written goals are a part of obedience because life has an interesting way of adding distractions that function as masters. We must obey the goals we set so that the true call on our lives will manifest. We must obey the individual moral rules we set for ourselves. Trust yourself, trust what you have written and trust the Father.
Master your distractions.
If patience is our goal, obedience is our guide.
1 Samuel 15: 22
Hath the Lord as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the Lord? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice
Is your life governed by obedience or sacrifice?
Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner-stone, a sure foundation: he that believeth shall not make haste.
Isaiah 28:16
To live your life with courage and conviction, know your true values and dreams. Patient Leadership leads with principle and planning. The beginning of this Bible verse talks about the foundation that God has laid for in Zion, namely Jesus, the precious cornerstone. Then He follows it up with, “He that believeth shall not make haste”. This same type of conviction can be carried into life on all matters. If you believe in your goal you will have courage and patience. Do not be so hasty to arrest a situation, allow the facts and the truth to rise to the surface. It takes courage and conviction to stand on your sure foundation.
As I developed areas that focused on the philosophy of “Patience to Dominate”, many opportunities to expose the plan prematurely came up. I had to have the courage to continue working the project that was in front of me and not get distracted. Conviction was necessary to assure myself that I was on the right path. It was my duty to continue building a sure foundation before launch.
Apply courage and conviction to every area of your life and watch the blessings rain down on you. There is room for the dreamers and believers that are bold in their endeavors. Go forward with confidence in yourself and the God who made you.
What are examples of your courage and conviction?