WHO’S BEHIND YOUR SUCCESS?
Behind an able man there are always other able men.
--Chinese proverb
The similarities between this and the saying “Behind every good man is a good woman” are striking. How many say “I am self-made”? No one succeeds alone.
Most of us have had a strong desire in our lives to "do it ourselves." We have had the idea that strength and independence meant we should not rely on or receive help from others.
Ah yes, big boys (and girls) don’t cry, and to ask for help to many is a show of weakness and a skill never learned. I know because I was there.
Asking for help was a learned skill in the journey of life recovery and my transformation as a person. Accepting help may have even been more difficult.
Today I understand that throughout my whole life, I have had help available but have not known how to accept it.
From other people-yes. But all the time there was a power greater than me helping. Without it, I certainly would have been dead.
Over the journey I have become much stronger. Daily I seek help, and on some occasions even listen and act. Progress as they say, not perfection.
I am able to share this new found strength with others, and in doing so continue to get stronger inside.
To my US friends, remember-behind an able person are other able people. As you celebrate Thanksgiving, give thanks to the able people that have been with you and be open to those that will come!
Monday, November 29, 2010
WHO'S BEHIND YOUR SUCCESS?
WHO'S BEHIND YOUR SUCCESS?
WHO’S BEHIND YOUR SUCCESS?
Behind an able man there are always other able men.
--Chinese proverb
The similarities between this and the saying “Behind every good man is a good woman” are striking. How many say “I am self-made”? No one succeeds alone.
Most of us have had a strong desire in our lives to "do it ourselves." We have had the idea that strength and independence meant we should not rely on or receive help from others.
Ah yes, big boys (and girls) don’t cry, and to ask for help to many is a show of weakness and a skill never learned. I know because I was there.
Asking for help was a learned skill in the journey of life recovery and my transformation as a person. Accepting help may have even been more difficult.
Today I understand that throughout my whole life, I have had help available but have not known how to accept it.
From other people-yes. But all the time there was a power greater than me helping. Without it, I certainly would have been dead.
Over the journey I have become much stronger. Daily I seek help, and on some occasions even listen and act. Progress as they say, not perfection.
I am able to share this new found strength with others, and in doing so continue to get stronger inside.
To my US friends, remember-behind an able person are other able people. As you celebrate Thanksgiving, give thanks to the able people that have been with you and be open to those that will come!
WHO’S BEHIND YOUR SUCCESS?
Behind an able man there are always other able men.
--Chinese proverb
The similarities between this and the saying “Behind every good man is a good woman” are striking. How many say “I am self-made”? No one succeeds alone.
Most of us have had a strong desire in our lives to "do it ourselves." We have had the idea that strength and independence meant we should not rely on or receive help from others.
Ah yes, big boys (and girls) don’t cry, and to ask for help to many is a show of weakness and a skill never learned. I know because I was there.
Asking for help was a learned skill in the journey of life recovery and my transformation as a person. Accepting help may have even been more difficult.
Today I understand that throughout my whole life, I have had help available but have not known how to accept it.
From other people-yes. But all the time there was a power greater than me helping. Without it, I certainly would have been dead.
Over the journey I have become much stronger. Daily I seek help, and on some occasions even listen and act. Progress as they say, not perfection.
I am able to share this new found strength with others, and in doing so continue to get stronger inside.
To my US friends, remember-behind an able person are other able people. As you celebrate Thanksgiving, give thanks to the able people that have been with you and be open to those that will come!
Friday, November 26, 2010
तिगेर गेट्स होनेस्त!
TIGER GETS HONEST
“At first I didn’t want to look inward. Frankly, I was scared of what I would find—what I had become. But I am grateful I did examine my life because it made me more grounded than I’ve ever been; I hope that with reflection will come wisdom.” –Tiger Woods
This is the first indication that I’ve had that Tiger Woods is starting to “get it”. He must have been working with more than a swing coach!
I am a certified golf nut and a real fan of Tiger’s. I’ve never paid much attention to his life style (other than commitment to fitness and practise) and can honestly say Tiger’s endorsements never influenced me to buy a product.
I never condoned his rants on the golf course nor do I condone (although I unfortunately can relate) what we learned a year ago about his lifestyle.
I admired the total focus Tiger had in competition; his ability to block things out. I admired his technique, his goal setting and his understanding of history. Mostly, I admired his results. Results achieved through coaching and hard work. A commitment to be the best he could be.
I was very surprised when the sordid details of his personal life hit the news a year ago. I did not respect the man who acted this way, but today I respect that Tiger appears to have the courage to make changes in his life. The above quote from today’s paper indicates a maturing of his outlook and some real personal growth.
I would have loved to had the opportunity to work with Tiger as a client; I did relate to things that were going on with him and had to face similar, though far less public, issues and have done so.
How many of us want to look inward? How many are truly scared about what they may find?
Yet you can look inward and address what you find before your life is in total shambles. How much are you prepared to lose?
I hope that the above quote from Tiger is an honest expression of where he is at and honestly reflects a major shift in thinking and that his future actions demonstrate this.
I hope with this new found wisdom comes a return of the talent I love to see Tiger demonstrate on the golf course and I pray he can be a solid father to his children. (www.hopeserenity.ca).
“At first I didn’t want to look inward. Frankly, I was scared of what I would find—what I had become. But I am grateful I did examine my life because it made me more grounded than I’ve ever been; I hope that with reflection will come wisdom.” –Tiger Woods
This is the first indication that I’ve had that Tiger Woods is starting to “get it”. He must have been working with more than a swing coach!
I am a certified golf nut and a real fan of Tiger’s. I’ve never paid much attention to his life style (other than commitment to fitness and practise) and can honestly say Tiger’s endorsements never influenced me to buy a product.
I never condoned his rants on the golf course nor do I condone (although I unfortunately can relate) what we learned a year ago about his lifestyle.
I admired the total focus Tiger had in competition; his ability to block things out. I admired his technique, his goal setting and his understanding of history. Mostly, I admired his results. Results achieved through coaching and hard work. A commitment to be the best he could be.
I was very surprised when the sordid details of his personal life hit the news a year ago. I did not respect the man who acted this way, but today I respect that Tiger appears to have the courage to make changes in his life. The above quote from today’s paper indicates a maturing of his outlook and some real personal growth.
I would have loved to had the opportunity to work with Tiger as a client; I did relate to things that were going on with him and had to face similar, though far less public, issues and have done so.
How many of us want to look inward? How many are truly scared about what they may find?
Yet you can look inward and address what you find before your life is in total shambles. How much are you prepared to lose?
I hope that the above quote from Tiger is an honest expression of where he is at and honestly reflects a major shift in thinking and that his future actions demonstrate this.
I hope with this new found wisdom comes a return of the talent I love to see Tiger demonstrate on the golf course and I pray he can be a solid father to his children. (www.hopeserenity.ca).
TIGER GETS HONEST
TIGER GETS HONEST
TIGER GETS HONEST
“At first I didn’t want to look inward. Frankly, I was scared of what I would find—what I had become. But I am grateful I did examine my life because it made me more grounded than I’ve ever been; I hope that with reflection will come wisdom.” –Tiger Woods
This is the first indication that I’ve had that Tiger Woods is starting to “get it”. He must have been working with more than a swing coach!
I am a certified golf nut and a real fan of Tiger’s. I’ve never paid much attention to his life style (other than commitment to fitness and practise) and can honestly say Tiger’s endorsements never influenced me to buy a product.
I never condoned his rants on the golf course nor do I condone (although I unfortunately can relate) what we learned a year ago about his lifestyle.
I admired the total focus Tiger had in competition; his ability to block things out. I admired his technique, his goal setting and his understanding of history. Mostly, I admired his results. Results achieved through coaching and hard work. A commitment to be the best he could be.
I was very surprised when the sordid details of his personal life hit the news a year ago. I did not respect the man who acted this way, but today I respect that Tiger appears to have the courage to make changes in his life. The above quote from today’s paper indicates a maturing of his outlook and some real personal growth.
I would have loved to had the opportunity to work with Tiger as a client; I did relate to things that were going on with him and had to face similar, though far less public, issues and have done so.
How many of us want to look inward? How many are truly scared about what they may find?
Yet you can look inward and address what you find before your life is in total shambles. How much are you prepared to lose?
I hope that the above quote from Tiger is an honest expression of where he is at and honestly reflects a major shift in thinking and that his future actions demonstrate this.
I hope with this new found wisdom comes a return of the talent I love to see Tiger demonstrate on the golf course and I pray he can be a solid father to his children. (www.hopeserenity.ca).
TIGER GETS HONEST
“At first I didn’t want to look inward. Frankly, I was scared of what I would find—what I had become. But I am grateful I did examine my life because it made me more grounded than I’ve ever been; I hope that with reflection will come wisdom.” –Tiger Woods
This is the first indication that I’ve had that Tiger Woods is starting to “get it”. He must have been working with more than a swing coach!
I am a certified golf nut and a real fan of Tiger’s. I’ve never paid much attention to his life style (other than commitment to fitness and practise) and can honestly say Tiger’s endorsements never influenced me to buy a product.
I never condoned his rants on the golf course nor do I condone (although I unfortunately can relate) what we learned a year ago about his lifestyle.
I admired the total focus Tiger had in competition; his ability to block things out. I admired his technique, his goal setting and his understanding of history. Mostly, I admired his results. Results achieved through coaching and hard work. A commitment to be the best he could be.
I was very surprised when the sordid details of his personal life hit the news a year ago. I did not respect the man who acted this way, but today I respect that Tiger appears to have the courage to make changes in his life. The above quote from today’s paper indicates a maturing of his outlook and some real personal growth.
I would have loved to had the opportunity to work with Tiger as a client; I did relate to things that were going on with him and had to face similar, though far less public, issues and have done so.
How many of us want to look inward? How many are truly scared about what they may find?
Yet you can look inward and address what you find before your life is in total shambles. How much are you prepared to lose?
I hope that the above quote from Tiger is an honest expression of where he is at and honestly reflects a major shift in thinking and that his future actions demonstrate this.
I hope with this new found wisdom comes a return of the talent I love to see Tiger demonstrate on the golf course and I pray he can be a solid father to his children. (www.hopeserenity.ca).
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
वही इ दोन'टी सीक हेल्प-थे EXCUSES
WHY I DON’T SEEK HELP-THE EXCUSES
My good friend Patrick Meninga from Spiritual River has just done another detailed article on why so many walk around with the mental illness of addiction and don’t seek help.
For those who have at any time thought they MIGHT have a problem, or for those who suspect or know someone in their life has a problem, please go to www.hopeserenity.ca, or follow the link to Spiritual River, and read the article in detail.
Up front and from experience, most people with a problem are in DENIAL and/or think they can fix themselves. Trying to fix YOU is like having a clueless idiot for a client, and a proven fact, those who even think they have a problem generally do. A vast majority of people on this earth do not wander around wondering if they have a problem!
Taking action and doing something about YOUR problem is a challenge. Have you got the courage to change and transform and recover your life? The option, early death and injury to others are not a good one.
So read on. I have done some very minor editing to Patrick’s article.
Convincing Yourself to Get Help – Overcoming 12 Common Excuses for Not Seeking Addiction Help
My good friend Patrick Meninga from Spiritual River has just done another detailed article on why so many walk around with the mental illness of addiction and don’t seek help.
For those who have at any time thought they MIGHT have a problem, or for those who suspect or know someone in their life has a problem, please go to www.hopeserenity.ca, or follow the link to Spiritual River, and read the article in detail.
Up front and from experience, most people with a problem are in DENIAL and/or think they can fix themselves. Trying to fix YOU is like having a clueless idiot for a client, and a proven fact, those who even think they have a problem generally do. A vast majority of people on this earth do not wander around wondering if they have a problem!
Taking action and doing something about YOUR problem is a challenge. Have you got the courage to change and transform and recover your life? The option, early death and injury to others are not a good one.
So read on. I have done some very minor editing to Patrick’s article.
Convincing Yourself to Get Help – Overcoming 12 Common Excuses for Not Seeking Addiction Help
WHY I DON'T SEEK HELP-THE EXCUSES
WHY I DON'T SEEK HELP-THE EXCUSES
WHY I DON’T SEEK HELP-THE EXCUSES
My good friend Patrick Meninga from Spiritual River has just done another detailed article on why so many walk around with the mental illness of addiction and don’t seek help.
For those who have at any time thought they MIGHT have a problem, or for those who suspect or know someone in their life has a problem, please go to www.hopeserenity.ca, or follow the link to Spiritual River, and read the article in detail.
Up front and from experience, most people with a problem are in DENIAL and/or think they can fix themselves. Trying to fix YOU is like having a clueless idiot for a client, and a proven fact, those who even think they have a problem generally do. A vast majority of people on this earth do not wander around wondering if they have a problem!
Taking action and doing something about YOUR problem is a challenge. Have you got the courage to change and transform and recover your life? The option, early death and injury to others are not a good one.
So read on. I have done some very minor editing to Patrick’s article.
Convincing Yourself to Get Help – Overcoming 12 Common Excuses for Not Seeking Addiction Help
WHY I DON’T SEEK HELP-THE EXCUSES
My good friend Patrick Meninga from Spiritual River has just done another detailed article on why so many walk around with the mental illness of addiction and don’t seek help.
For those who have at any time thought they MIGHT have a problem, or for those who suspect or know someone in their life has a problem, please go to www.hopeserenity.ca, or follow the link to Spiritual River, and read the article in detail.
Up front and from experience, most people with a problem are in DENIAL and/or think they can fix themselves. Trying to fix YOU is like having a clueless idiot for a client, and a proven fact, those who even think they have a problem generally do. A vast majority of people on this earth do not wander around wondering if they have a problem!
Taking action and doing something about YOUR problem is a challenge. Have you got the courage to change and transform and recover your life? The option, early death and injury to others are not a good one.
So read on. I have done some very minor editing to Patrick’s article.
Convincing Yourself to Get Help – Overcoming 12 Common Excuses for Not Seeking Addiction Help
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