Ask Yourself: How Do I Want To Live?

Here is the usual question we ask kids around us, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Of course you remember that question well. And the expected answers would be given: a nurse, a policeman, a scientist, a doctor, a President, an engineer, a businessman, superhero, etc. The fact is that people have varied exposures, interests and talents. Somebody may be just as contented being an architect as a teacher. But then, I suppose the better question to raise is "How do you want to live?" Do you want to live in a manor or a cottage? Do you want a sports car or mountain bike? Do you want to live in the metropolis, in the countryside, on a farm, on a high-rise condo? The consequence here is that you have to choose what you want to do by establishing your response on how you want to live your life. Generally, people do get hold of what they ask and work for. Actually, I just stumbled upon an old friend from high school who was my lab partner in biology. He wanted to be a podiatrist, which was great since I really didn't want to dissect that swine. He did everything. Guess what he's doing today? Okay, he's not a podiatrist, but he is a neuro-surgeon. He became a doctor nevertheless. My other friend always wanted to be in the construction and now he owns a very flourishing construction firm. The next one used to hang around internet cafes, now he is in the online business - a web developer and online marketer. Think backwards and you will most likely find out that most people, who pursued what they wanted, realized their aspirations. Therefore it's so crucial to have the right goals. Pursue dreams that will give you the future you want with your career. But do not forget something that's equally important - the quality of your off-time and family life as a man or a woman. If you really love helping people, teaching children, doing social work, or being a camp counselor, that's wonderful and grand! But if you, at the same time, want to live in a huge house by the shore, then you will be dissatisfied that the teacher salary isn't going to let you live in that manner. It's a blend of what you want to do and how you want to live. Pick one of the things that you love to do, that will pay for how you want to live. As you strive towards your dream, keep on asking yourself: How do I want to live my life? There's greener trend that draws your real aspirations to your best self.

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5 Principles of Success

So many people share their own secrets regarding their achievements in life. Human triumph often defines principles or theories that govern such realizations. Here are five of the many effective strategies that can unlock greater consciousness for your success. These are silent laws that are fundamental to your success through all the years of your life . . . as they guide you upward and onward to higher achievements.

The law of control.

You must take the helm and be in control in every situation and at every moment. Make no mistake, either you are controlling the situation or someone else is. In today’s world, you are constantly bombarded by negative, influential forces that threaten your way of life. For your future’s sake and that of your loved ones, you cannot afford to let your guard down. There are forces that would purposely influence your way of thinking and how you react to any process. How well you are able to grasp control and stay in control of external stimulations indicates how intuitive you are.

In every situation, someone has to take control. No action can exist without someone assuming the position of overseer. You have to take responsibility and become the driving force behind the mission. In the mind of others, it is your insight, your grasp of the situation that becomes the motivation for achievement. Be in control of the forces that affect you. When dramatic changes come in your life, analyze the situation and be aware of the possibilities before making a decision. Stay in control, it’s your destiny. Don’t let someone else plot your destiny for you.

The law of observance
Always be responsive of everything that is going on around you, pay attention, be aware of the possibilities. Take note of what is not happening as well as what is. Don’t make rash judgments; be certain before you act.

The law of value
As a business owner how valuable are you to your employees and customers? If hard times beset you, would your employees and customers abandon you? Make sure to maintain an honest and reliable relationship with those around you.

The law of integrity
Certain qualities of character are unique to a true leader.. A true leader can be trusted for his/her word is as good as gold. You can take what he/she says to the bank because you know they stand behind it. Integrity is from the heart of good people. It represents quality, honesty, high morals, truth, and trust. It is the only quality in a person that they have to voluntarily give up. No one can take it from you; you have to make a choice to damage your own integrity. Once you have given up your integrity, you can never get it back. What value do you place upon your integrity?

The law of Development
Most everyone desires to be the best at what they do but few accomplish it. Why? Distractions, loss of drive, compliancy, and many other things undermine people’s ability to achieve. Even though humans are born of excellence, he/she rapidly becomes victim to worldly points of view. I can is replaced with I can’t, I will is replaced I won’t and so on. The trials of life create despair in the mind and clouds thinking. The world becomes a battleground for the senses causing a distorted perception. The world point of view is captivating and self destructive. The mind thinks it can’t be any better than it already is, yet we know the laws of development can and does elevate a person from failure to success. Success is a God trait inherent in mankind while failure is embracing the inconsistencies of the world order. Man, in his own right, can be anything he desires to be. From Janitor to President, man is what he aspires to be, what he/she has a passion for. You must elevate yourself above the temptations of the world. Be diligent, forthright and mature in your thinking, and always remember, each thought can potentially affect your quality of existence.