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"Everyone is born a genius, but the process
of living de-geniuses them." Buckminster
Fuller
 Too many people today needlessly suffer from comparing themselves to other people
and seeing their skills in action tends to make them focus on their
own lack of skills. They are quick to sell themselves short or to
downplay their own skills or genius. Yes, I said genius.
For at least the last decade I have
been challenging people to unleash their own genius
and apply the creativity inside of them to building and creating a
better life, a more productive career, a more profitable or well run
organization. In fact one of the programs I conducted in
Vladivostok, Russian Far East was on Creativity.
I just finished reading a book from
the creative mind of Dr. Wayne W. Dyer on
The Power of Intention which touched on this area in
Chapter 14. I decided I would draw from it and whet your appetite
for August. Pick it up and make it a must read and, more
importantly, a must apply book before the fall.
Wayne quoted Dr. David Hawkins
from Power vs. Force: "Until one acknowledges the
genius within oneself, one will have great difficulty recognizing it
in others."
You have the power of
genius inside of you... and you have the key to unlock it and
unleash it in a world that so desperately needs it, and you!
Dr. Wayne W. Dyer's ten step
program for putting this into reality: "It is my intention
to: appreciate and express the genius that I am."
Step 1: Declare
yourself to be a genius.
Step 2: Make a
decision to listen more carefully to your inner insights, no matter
how small or insignificant you may have previously judged them to
be.
Step 3: Take
constructive action toward implementing your inner intuitive
inclinations.
Step 4: Know that any
and all thoughts that you have regarding your own skills, interests,
and inclinations are valid.
Step 5: Remind
yourself that aligning with spiritual energy is how you will find
and convey the genius within you.
Step 6: Practical
radical humility.
Step 7: Remove
resistence to actualizing your genius.
Step 8: Look for the
genius in others.
Step 9: Simplify your
life.
Step 10: Remain humble while
staying in a state of gratitude.
He ends this particular chapter with a quote from
Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To believe in your own thoughts, to
believe what is true for you in your private heart of hearts is true
for all men (and women) - that is genius."
The above was excerpted from The Power of
Intention by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer
I have seen people in acts of
creation, of genius if you will, who have no idea of their own
brilliance... and often, when I point it out, they will downplay
their brilliance.
STOP downplaying your gifts,
your skills, and your brilliance. Shine forth and be a
mirror to the world so they too may begin to shine. I realize I am
preaching to myself at this point as well.
Until next month.
PS: I had the privilege of opening
in Vancouver, BC for Dr. Wayne early in my career
as a speaker. I got a call from a client who was sponsoring his
event the night before asking me to step in when the speaker from
Toronto was unable to come. He was very gracious when we met and
later in the day had some very encouraging remarks on my
performance. His wisdom and kindness made a positive impact on
my life.
And, as well one of the audience
member's husband was looking for a host for a 3 day program later
that spring which I did. I also did a follow up program in Cancun
that next December. You never know when you shine where your light
will lead you.
Last Minute News
 NSA
Orlando was a real treat this year. Had the chance to hear and observe some amazing speakers from the
main platform; sat in on some thought provoking concurrent sessions;
sat in on two great meet the experts sessions with Dr. Terry
Paulson, CSP and Vickie Sullivan. Got my brain working on
some new ideas to
expand our business and to extend new offerings and services for
potential clients.Lots of hugs and laughs
with my speaker colleagues from around the world. This is frequently
the best part of attending an NSA, CAPS, or
GSF event. It really is about the people. I tell
people, "I'm only here for the hugs!" I know I will
learn something to help me be a more effective presenter and/or
expand my business. Pictured here with Lindsay and Debby Adams.
Lindsay just retired as the International President for the Global
Speakers Federation. We've become great friends.
Making some changes to
our various websites and have some new sites and concepts under
development. Working with my CAPS friend Debra Kasowski to write and publish Pocket
Wisdom for the Millionaire Woman. We hope to have it out in
September. It will be the 5th in our series of what will eventually
be at least a dozen.
Working with a client
from BC who bought our CAPS Foundation Mentorship
Package. Amazingly enough it was the first package sold and
went within the first hour after the email went out from CAPS
National.  Lots of work on our place in Egremont. It is starting to
look great and we were able to host a bar-b-que for Amanda when
she was up visiting from Australia. Irene and I
love being able to sit and have a meal on the new deck and to have
people drop in for a visit. We are expanding and building two new
garden plots...
I've been
digging boulders from the one plot. Who knew they were there, and so
many. Going to be great as we continue creating our retirement
retreat place. Am learning how to use a new tool - a lively
rototiller with one speed - full speed ahead. Follow this link for video.
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