Marlene M. Bryan
Live a Diamond Life, A Life of Purpose: Diamond Cutters

The phone rang. I picked it up with some annoyance that it interrupted my preparation for my next meeting. It was the security guard in the building letting me know a package is waiting for me. I rushed downstairs to get it. With nervous fingers I ripped open the package like a kid on Christmas morning. I pulled out both my first book and workbook, cradling them like newborn babes.  The guard smiled at my excitement and said “Congratulations. That is a great accomplishment.”

Hmmm. I never that of it that way: an accomplishment indeed. After two years of dilly-dallying, I have finally completed the first book in the Live a Diamond Life, A Life of Purpose series along with the workbook. When I started speaking about living a Diamond Life, I did not envision writing a book. I learned from my audience that they wanted to read about how to Live a Diamond Life; thus, I was compelled to write about it.

I didn’t do it alone. I had many people that helped me along the way. It is so great to know that so many good folks are willing to give time, feedback and encouragement because they believe in uplifting another human being. I am humble by their love and support!

Here is the description of the book:

Have you ever felt like something was missing in your life? You have a good job, house, car –all those material things that society says should make you happy. You still feel empty and wonder – What is my purpose in life? Many people struggle with these questions. Marlene M. Bryan utilizes the Diamond as a metaphor to demonstrate how you read more…

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Marlene M. Bryan
Live a Diamond Life, A Life of Purpose: Diamond Cutters
Live a Diamond Life, A Life of Purpose: Diamond Cutters Workbook
Live a Diamond Life, A Life of Purpose: Diamond Cutters Workbook

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Phyllis the Diamond

 

Phyllis, you will be a contestant in the club’s Table Topics Contest,” I informed her as she entered the meeting room. “Marlene, I don’t think I can do it.” She replied. Knowing that she doubts her ability I insisted, “Yes. You can. I know you can. You have what it takes.” She smiled and said, “If you think I can do, then I will do it.”

Phyllis has the ability to speak, but she is fighting years of being told that she doesn’t have the potential to do anything well. Yet, each time she is given a gentle nudge to speak, she does it and better than she thought she could. I saw the opportunity to give her more self-confidence through the experience of competing in the club’s contest.  Phyllis not only entered the contest, she won first place.

She went on to represent the club in the Toastmasters District 47 Area 12 Table Topics Contest. Watching Phyllis using the tips (body language, vocal variety, eye contact) that we gave her along with her smile was a proud moment for me.  Knowing how much she doubts her ability and to see her take on the challenge of speaking in front of a room full of people is special to me. Phyllis won the second place award!

We hugged afterwards and she said, “Marlene, I want you to continue to coach me. I want to be just like you.” I told her, “No, Phyllis. I don’t want you to be just like me. I want you to be the best Phyllis you can be, the Diamond that I know you are.” She smiled broadly as though a light bulb went on above her head. She excitedly repeated, “I will be the best I can be.” Phyllis is on her way…shining bright like a Diamond.  Are you on your way?

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“Those that don’t got it, can’t show it. Those that got it, can’t hide it.”  ~ Zora Neale Hurston

Do you have a talent/gift that you are holding back due to your concern about what others may think of you? Release it. When we utilize our gifts and talents in service of others, we not only bless them but we also bless ourselves.  Your gift/talent may shine a light into the darkness of someone’s despair. Don’t it hide it. Let it Shine. 

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Make Your Circumstances

“People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. I don’t believe in circumstances. The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and if they can’t find them, make them.” ~ George Bernard Shaw

You have decided to pursue what you know to be your purpose in life, but the path to that purpose isn’t quite clear. You encounter obstacles or you have not come across favorable circumstances that will result in you achieving that purpose, that dream. As George Bernard Shaw stated in the previous quote, make them.  Make your circumstances!

This means you have to be courageous and have a strong belief in yourself and your dreams. You must think of the ways you can connect to the people, places and things that will create those favorable circumstances.  Ask yourself: 1) What actions do I have to take?  2) With whom do I have meet/talk? 3) Where do I have to go to be in the right place? Notice that “make” is a verb, an action word. Successful people often have to make the circumstances they need to fulfill their dreams.                                                         Make your circumstances! 

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The Choice is Yours

“You make life meaningful by choosing to do meaningful things.” ~ Dana LaMon, J.D.

Welcome to 2014! The New Year is a time when most people make decision about new goals, desires, jobs, relationships, etc. It could also be a time to reflect that life is finite in the physical world. The choices we make determine whether we have a life of purpose, meaning and joy; or whether we see it as worthless and without purpose. Ultimately, the choice is yours or mine in how you or I choose to live our lives.

As you build your list of goals, your vision boards or whatever method(s) you utilize in planning your life’s path, choose the ones that lead you to develop your skills, talents and gifts. It will benefit you and those around you! As the quote implies, choosing to do meaningful things will result in a meaningful life…a life of purpose on purpose!

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