Inspiraelevation

Always set aside a time to reflect. A period of reflection is a time or rest and a time to recharge. It is the point where one evaluates desired outcomes and measures them against current progress. Periods of frequent reflection are important and should never be neglected.

When gazing in the mirror at one’s visage one aims to correct perceived flaws, enhance (beautify), or simply clean up.When one checks his or her reflection in the mirror it is done as a means of affirmation, to affirm that every part of one’s appearance is in order.  This is a means of polishing oneself before interacting with the world. It is a means of preparation.  One does this solely to make themselves presentable to self and the external world.

When one reflects on his or her goals, motives, or life it is an act of polishing. It is the act of measuring and affirming ones goals, direction, and path. That which is out of sync is realigned and that which is beautiful is enhanced.

Reflection is not an arduous task it is simply the act of purposed thought and meditation. It is necessary for our growth as human beings.

It is through this process, of reflection, that we assess our methods and measures of progress, for success.

This should be done every evening after you have completed all  your activities of the day.

• Reflect on all you have done, learned, and experienced.
• Try to find understanding.
• Pledge to change those ugly things which are detrimental to your progress and build on all those things that beautiful.

In everyone there is a seedling of greatness. No one must be resigned to a mundane life of simple existence. That is a choice that one must make.

Don’t simply strive to do or be  but strive to go above and beyond. Strive to be more than mundane and ordinary, strive to be extraordinary.

Those Five Extra Letters

Those first five letters that hang upon this word is so exacting and makes all the difference in the world. It is that extra that separate the winners from the losers.

It is that extra invested time,  extra smile, extra chapter, that extra push that makes all the difference in the world.Giving not just what is expected, but always more. That is the ingredient for long-term success

 Extra effort is the fuel that ignites those turbines.

Talent is as plentiful as droplets of water in an expansive sea. Creativity and ingenuity are the twin engines of long-lasting success. Creativity and ingenuity often stem from the minds of those who are extraordinarily insightful, extraordinarily aware, extraordinarily dedicated, extraordinarily focused, extraordinarily attuned to the themselves and the world,  and extraordinarily passionate.

The beautiful thing is that everyone has access to all of these traits. If you desire success you must work for it. If you want longer lasting success you must always give more than is required.  Do not be afraid to invest more of yourself , time, energy, and talent it is a necessary investment with a profitable pay off.

Be Extra-ordinary. You can do it.

Life is not without its instructors.

There are teachers all around us.

Someone once said, “The whole of the world is a classroom and us its pupils.”

Thusly, one should always approach life with an open mind. Realize that every moment is a defining moment; a moment of growth.

 

When does learning start and When does it cease?

From the cradle to the grave we absorb bits of information. Some information we seek.  Otherwise, it seeks us.

learning never stops.

Never be afraid of not knowing enough.

One can never possess a complete and thorough knowledge of any discipline. There is always more to grasp.

How does one nurture a love for learning

Learning is a process we must control. We gain control through seeking; seeking out answers, sitting at the feet of your teachers, absorbing all you can,  and at the end of each day meditating on those offerings.

•  We simply have to Be teachable.
• Be receptive.
• Be attentive.
• Be inquisitive.
• Be ready to ask questions.
• Be willing to acknowledge that the only thing you truly know is that you do not know everything.

 

Why is it important

Knowledge=Growth

 The only time you stop growing is when you stop learning.

Thus, those who refuse to learn to suffer a type of death.

What is a life that one barely lives?

To live a life of fullness and abundance commit to learning all you can while you can.

There is but one constant in life and that is change. All things change. Seasons change, landscapes change, and people change. Change is inevitable. You must be prepared for change. Be adaptable. Learn to be ready to change when and if necessary. It is not always convenient but it is prudent.

Build your confidence. Be sure of what you know. In all things gain an understanding. When the tide turns be willing to change with it.

Why be Adaptable

One of the greatest disadvantages that people have in maintaining success is failure to adapt. They cannot thrive in high pressured situations or situations that require one to be quick thinking, or possess the ability to maintain and take control of non-patterned, unique, and variant conditions and situations. Possessing the talent and ability to change course at a moment notice with finesse, wit, and success is greatly sought after and it is a precious trait to any who possesses it, especially in a volatile world such as the one we have inherited.

Adaptability can be Learned

Just like all other traits one can to learn how to adapt. This is one of the most difficult traits to learn but it is one that is most worth it. The best way to learn to adapt to change is to learn how to change small things purposely.  Adopt a vegetarian life style for a week. Change the order in which you do things for a month. Take up an activity that you are not accustomed to such as running or volunteering at a crisis center. Create change and learn to adapt. Learn how to be spontaneous. Just do something different without consternation. Be excited about the new activity without knowing what to expect.

For some learning to adapt is easy. Experience is a master teacher.For those who have experienced constant changes throughout their lives they have an advantage. That does not mean that it cannot be mastered. Once mastered, you will be a force to be reckoned with.

Be excited

Excitement is an outward sign of motivated spirit. It signifies that you love what you do. When you love what you do work is a privilege and a pleasure. That is what  you want to create, a feeling of excitement concerning your goals. Approach each task with eagerness and exuberance. Excitement increase the intensity of focus. The more excited your are the more apt you are to focus and to train harder, because completing the work fulfills you.

Be Enthusiastic on Purpose (daily)

If it is your goal to build a skill, habit, or character trait then approach it with excitement. Begin with an enthusiastic mind-set a willing and determined spirit. This will make obtaining a desired result so much easier. Feelings of dread and loathing produce the opposite results. Such a constitution contributes to apathy, procrastination, undeveloped ideas, stunted progress etc…

The Key

You must love what you are doing or you will not do it well. If you don’t love what you are doing you need to find out what it is you love and do that. Being a success means giving it everything you have an even a little extra. If you are not excited about what you are doing you will find that you don’t even give close to the minimum effort required for achievement.

Benefits of Enthusiasm

Enthusiasm not only bolsters your attitude, but it changes how the world perceives you and thus bolsters your probability of succeeding.  Remember opportunity is not so much about who you know but who knows you. People want enthusiastic people on their team as it displays passion and drive. People seek out those who embody such spirit. Enthusiasm is catching, such are effective role models.  To achieve most anything of note one must first be enthusiastic.