Timeless. Tuesday – Dreams

Posted on October 21, 2014 by MarleneMB

“Dreams without goals are just dreams…and they ultimately fuel disappointments.” ~ Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington said this quote to a group of young aspiring actors. This statement is appropriate for anyone at any age. It is great to have a dream, but if you don’t create a plan that includes goals to achieve this dream…it won’t come into being.

Yet creating the plan is only the beginning. Implementing the plan is the next step. If you don’t put your plan into effect, what good is it to you. Finally finish that plan strong. Many times we start something only to leave it incomplete due to obstacles, lack of passion or lack of assistance. You shouldn’t let these prevent you from fulfilling your dream. Doing so will, as Denzel puts it: “fuel disappointments.”

You have dreams. Believe that you will attain them. Create a plan filled with attainable goals. Implement the right sweat equity actions. Then finish Strong! Living your Diamond Dream Life, your Life of Purpose.

Invincible Monday – Check Yourself

Posted on October 20, 2014 by MarleneMB

“We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort.” ~ Jesse Owens

Self-discipline can be one of the hardest habits to form. Yet it is one of the keys to successful achieving one’s dreams. The word “discipline” derives from the Latin word “disciplina” meaning to teaching, learning. But “discipline” is more closely associated with punishment. Perhaps this association has made it hard for us to implement self-discipline in our lives. For to do so, may be viewed as punishing ourselves in our minds.

I’m working on changing my view of self-discipline from one of self-punishment to one of self-reward. In order to achieve my goals, as Jesse Owens’ quote points out, I need to practice self-discipline. It is far easier for me to put off writing an article, or to not make a phone call that opens doors to another speaking opportunity. But taking those easy route will get me no closer to achieving my dream of sharing my message with others.

Each time I am tempted to go the easy route by avoiding applying self-discipline in my life, I have to check myself. Why am I avoiding taking action that would help lead to my success? What pain am I avoiding? Is it real? What is the worse that could happen if I take action? What is the worse that would happen; if I don’t? A majority of the time, the answer is self-disciplining myself brings about positive outcomes.

My friends and associates, Check Yourself to ensure that you maintain your journey to success and being a great leader by applying self-discipline. It is a major key to Living Your Diamond Life, Your Life of Purpose!

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Fun Facet Friday – Wake Me Up

Posted on October 17, 2014 by MarleneMB

I took this shot, yesterday. I call it “Awareness.” Sometimes we get so caught up in life that we forget to stop and admire the beauty around us. This image reminds me to “Wake Up” and pay attention to it all. Enjoy every single moment of life.

Here is Avicii’s “Wake Me Up” to help celebrate Fun Facet Friday and Living Your Diamond Life. Your Life of Purpose!

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Wisdom Wednesday – Consistency

Posted on October 15, 2014 by MarleneMB

“It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives. It’s what we do consistently.” ~ Anthony Robbins

Good or bad what you consistently do or think plays a big part in where you are today. Recognizing that I have to consistently eat the right food and perform the right exercises will would lead to a healthier life, moved me to be consistent about developing these habits.

Knowing that if I wanted to increase my income, I had to make more phone calls, knock on more doors as a sales representative in Corporate America. This resulted in my earning a 6-figure paycheck and awards for my efforts. Anthony Robbins statement above rings true in many situations.

Consistency helps to form our habits. Here is what I recommend:

1. Assess what you are doing that works well for you, keep doing it.

2. Recognize what isn’t working and drop that habit and/or thought.

3. Learn what the successful folks in your field are consistently doing to help them achieve their successes.

4. Determine whether this will work for you also. If it does go for it.

Sometimes you may break being consistent, don’t beat yourself up…just start again.

While developing consistency remember to stay true to yourself and your purpose. Use consistency to take you to the top of Living your Diamond Life…Your life of Purpose.

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Invincible Monday – Forget the Clouds

Posted on October 13, 2014 by MarleneMB

Looking out the window this morning, I saw large black clouds hovering over the landscape. They seemed pregnant with water waiting to burst raindrops upon us. At first, I was discouraged because I had my heart set on an early morning bike ride. This is part of my exercise regime to get my Diamond week off to a great start on Invincible Monday.

Then, I thought: “I’m not going to let some clouds ruin the pleasure of riding my bike and keeping healthy!” I grabbed my helmet and wheeled the bike outside. As I peddled the miles away, I felt the breeze mixed in with a few sprinkles. It was exhilarating. After a forty-minute ride, I headed home with a sense of accomplishment. The clouds didn’t pour out their content on me during the ride.

If I had allowed the first sight of the clouds to deter me from achieving one of my goals this morning, I wouldn’t experience that winning feeling I had from my ride. The lesson for today is to not let perceived obstacles keep you from reaching your goals. Forget the Clouds. Ride through, around or over them! Be determine to come out on the winning side!

Start your week off with an Inspirational Invincible Monday!

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