From the time we’re born we start adding layers to our lives. We begin by defining our roles as The Child; and as we grow, we learn to play The Student, The Friend, The Lover, The Spouse, The Parent, The Worker… you get the idea.
While roles help us bring order and make progress in our lives, they can also restrict us… especially when we take those roles so seriously. Sure you DO those things, but it’s important to remember that they are not who you ARE.
YOU are so much more than that.
And you’re not going to know that by looking at what you DO.
Go deeper.
Look under the carpet and behind the curtain you call Life.
You’ll find yourself just as soon as you forget yourself.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Friday, September 10, 2010
Don't waste time proving yourself. Spend time leaving proof of yourself.
It's amazing how much time we spend trying to prove ourselves to other people. Some people I know are spending their entire lives trying to please people who aren't even on this planet anymore. That's what happens when we look outside ourselves for some sign that we're "good enough."
You are...
...and you don't need to do that anymore.
Imagine how different your life will be if instead of proving yourself, you spend your time leaving proof that you are here. It will look surprisingly similar, but it will be worlds apart.
You're here because the world needs you... so tell that little voice to shut up.
You have amazing skills and gifts to give... so stop hogging it behind a veil of shyness and false humility.
And what you leave behind is what you make while you are here... so don't wait until then to wish you had something to leave.
Right now, know that you are amazing and what you give now... will change the future.
You don't need the proof... you ARE the proof.
And I don't need to prove it... so just trust me on that.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
You are...
...and you don't need to do that anymore.
Imagine how different your life will be if instead of proving yourself, you spend your time leaving proof that you are here. It will look surprisingly similar, but it will be worlds apart.
You're here because the world needs you... so tell that little voice to shut up.
You have amazing skills and gifts to give... so stop hogging it behind a veil of shyness and false humility.
And what you leave behind is what you make while you are here... so don't wait until then to wish you had something to leave.
Right now, know that you are amazing and what you give now... will change the future.
You don't need the proof... you ARE the proof.
And I don't need to prove it... so just trust me on that.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
Monday, September 06, 2010
Of course you're amazing just the way you are, but the world won't know it until you show them.
Do you know what's truly amazing about you? Out of all the variations and combinations that ever were, and ever will be; through all the choices, circumstance and happenstance, everything came together to make YOU.
What are the odds on that? Beyond astronomical. It's astounding!
So you're pretty darn special!
... That's good to know.
Do you wanna know what would be even more special than just you knowing that?
... If the world knew it too.
We are Finite
Yeah, yeah, deep down inside, we are all infinite beings, with infinite possibilities, I know... but within each life here on Earth, we have a certain set of skills and passions and connections; like a hand in a game of cards. That's the way it's supposed to be, because we need to share our cards (ie skills and passions and connections) in order to enhance and expand each other.
We Get More by Giving
When we give to others, two things can happen. The more they like you, the more doors they will open; and secondly, giving to others often triggers their desire to give back.
(I've personally received so much more when I've given more, so I can't GIVE you this advice enough)
People Talk
Good or bad, people like to share. So what you put out there will continue to go out there; all based on the effect you have on them.
On a plus note, that means the more you give, the more that is given.
Show 'Em
Now, while people like to talk, they don't always like to listen. You can tell them how amazing you all all you want, but they probably won't believe you until you SHOW THEM.
You do that by BEING your greatness and by constantly finding new ways to get your greatness out into the world.
So now you know you're amazing and I know you're amazing, but there's a whole big world out there just waiting to know it too.
Keep that light on!
GuruStu
What are the odds on that? Beyond astronomical. It's astounding!
So you're pretty darn special!
... That's good to know.
Do you wanna know what would be even more special than just you knowing that?
... If the world knew it too.
We are Finite
Yeah, yeah, deep down inside, we are all infinite beings, with infinite possibilities, I know... but within each life here on Earth, we have a certain set of skills and passions and connections; like a hand in a game of cards. That's the way it's supposed to be, because we need to share our cards (ie skills and passions and connections) in order to enhance and expand each other.
We Get More by Giving
When we give to others, two things can happen. The more they like you, the more doors they will open; and secondly, giving to others often triggers their desire to give back.
(I've personally received so much more when I've given more, so I can't GIVE you this advice enough)
People Talk
Good or bad, people like to share. So what you put out there will continue to go out there; all based on the effect you have on them.
On a plus note, that means the more you give, the more that is given.
Show 'Em
Now, while people like to talk, they don't always like to listen. You can tell them how amazing you all all you want, but they probably won't believe you until you SHOW THEM.
You do that by BEING your greatness and by constantly finding new ways to get your greatness out into the world.
So now you know you're amazing and I know you're amazing, but there's a whole big world out there just waiting to know it too.
Keep that light on!
GuruStu
Sunday, September 05, 2010
Acceptance is Acknowledgement, not Abandonment.
Whenever I talk about 'Acceptance' invariably someone brings up some negative encounter; be it an injustice, a disagreement or just plain 'bad luck' ... and then they ask if they MUST accept it.
While my answer to that is "YES" it doesn't mean that you do nothing about it.
'Acceptance' comes in many forms and it will vary based on the situation... but in every case, it's about acknowledging that something is the way it is. It's neither better nor worse, good nor bad; it just is...
One way to accept is to 'Let Go'... it's like taking your hands off the wheel and just watching what happens. It certainly can be freeing, but it also gives up control to anything and everything everything else; so the results may not turn out as you would like.
Another way is to 'Allow'... which is similar to letting go, but more active in the observation. I'd say it's more like 'loosing up your grip' as opposed to 'letting go.'
My favorite form of acceptance though is to 'Affirm'. That means to recognize that 'it is what it is' and accepting your responsibility in making it the best possible experience. Even when it's not the 'ideal' situation to be in, you can still make it the best IT can be. I've often heard that referred to as 'Making the most of a bad situation' or 'Turning lemons into lemonade.'
Whatever it is, it's not burying your head in the sand, tolerating an injustice or being overwhelmed by circumstance. It's embracing life for what it is, reconnecting with what you want it to be, and committing to make it happen.
And you can accept that as your final answer... or not.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
While my answer to that is "YES" it doesn't mean that you do nothing about it.
'Acceptance' comes in many forms and it will vary based on the situation... but in every case, it's about acknowledging that something is the way it is. It's neither better nor worse, good nor bad; it just is...
One way to accept is to 'Let Go'... it's like taking your hands off the wheel and just watching what happens. It certainly can be freeing, but it also gives up control to anything and everything everything else; so the results may not turn out as you would like.
Another way is to 'Allow'... which is similar to letting go, but more active in the observation. I'd say it's more like 'loosing up your grip' as opposed to 'letting go.'
My favorite form of acceptance though is to 'Affirm'. That means to recognize that 'it is what it is' and accepting your responsibility in making it the best possible experience. Even when it's not the 'ideal' situation to be in, you can still make it the best IT can be. I've often heard that referred to as 'Making the most of a bad situation' or 'Turning lemons into lemonade.'
Whatever it is, it's not burying your head in the sand, tolerating an injustice or being overwhelmed by circumstance. It's embracing life for what it is, reconnecting with what you want it to be, and committing to make it happen.
And you can accept that as your final answer... or not.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
Saturday, September 04, 2010
Only keep routines that keep you en route.
Habits are helpful. They can help shape our day; make parts of it easier because of practice and generally give us a sense of identity too.
They can also be harmful, especially when they're small. Smaller habits can actually be bigger problems, because they're small enough to go unnoticed, but they can rob us of valuable time, set us off in the wrong direction or just keep us as small as they are.
Question everything
Just because you've 'always done it this way' doesn't mean that it's good for you. It's just comfortable for you. There's a huge difference.
Try something new
Do one thing differently than you did before. It can be just as small as any other routine; just one you're not used to. You'll notice how 'strange' it seems; which can shed light on the past routine, as well as all the other routines that relied on the old routine. Whole new avenues can open up just by 'trying' one new thing.
Keep the good ones
By trying something new, you'll also find that some of the old ones were chosen for a good reason... they work! If an old routine works to keep you going towards your goals, keep at 'em!
Make 'em bigger
If you want more, and it works, work it more. Either do more of it, do it bigger, or duplicate it. Teaching others your good routines taps into the Law of Leverage... which can help you (and others) grow exponentially.
You know the saying "Success is a journey, not a destination" but did you know that your routines ARE the journey?
So get to the route of it...
...and keep the light on!
GuruStu
They can also be harmful, especially when they're small. Smaller habits can actually be bigger problems, because they're small enough to go unnoticed, but they can rob us of valuable time, set us off in the wrong direction or just keep us as small as they are.
Question everything
Just because you've 'always done it this way' doesn't mean that it's good for you. It's just comfortable for you. There's a huge difference.
Try something new
Do one thing differently than you did before. It can be just as small as any other routine; just one you're not used to. You'll notice how 'strange' it seems; which can shed light on the past routine, as well as all the other routines that relied on the old routine. Whole new avenues can open up just by 'trying' one new thing.
Keep the good ones
By trying something new, you'll also find that some of the old ones were chosen for a good reason... they work! If an old routine works to keep you going towards your goals, keep at 'em!
Make 'em bigger
If you want more, and it works, work it more. Either do more of it, do it bigger, or duplicate it. Teaching others your good routines taps into the Law of Leverage... which can help you (and others) grow exponentially.
You know the saying "Success is a journey, not a destination" but did you know that your routines ARE the journey?
So get to the route of it...
...and keep the light on!
GuruStu
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Maintenance is as important as Growth
Growth is great. It's what propels us forward and gives us a purpose for moving boldly into tomorrow. Yet if all you do is focus on it, you're missing half of the equation.
Once something arrives, it starts to head into the past. It gets used, it gets old; it decays. While it doesn't sound pleasant when you put it like that, it's just a part of the cycle of life. It's needed for the overall sustainability of Life itself. So it's important to recognize it and to live with it.
Acceptance is Acknowledgement, not Abandonment.
Just because you recognize it and accept it for what it is, that doesn't mean you have to just let it happen. Actually it's imperative that you take care of it; that's why it was given to you.
Maintenance is the foundation of Growth. It's your baseline. Growth is simply a higher baseline for you to maintain.
So take the time to care for what you already have. Mend the holes, polish back the shine, and get the rest you need now.
Rejuvenation today means invigoration tomorrow.
Make it shine!
GuruStu
Once something arrives, it starts to head into the past. It gets used, it gets old; it decays. While it doesn't sound pleasant when you put it like that, it's just a part of the cycle of life. It's needed for the overall sustainability of Life itself. So it's important to recognize it and to live with it.
Acceptance is Acknowledgement, not Abandonment.
Just because you recognize it and accept it for what it is, that doesn't mean you have to just let it happen. Actually it's imperative that you take care of it; that's why it was given to you.
Maintenance is the foundation of Growth. It's your baseline. Growth is simply a higher baseline for you to maintain.
So take the time to care for what you already have. Mend the holes, polish back the shine, and get the rest you need now.
Rejuvenation today means invigoration tomorrow.
Make it shine!
GuruStu
Monday, August 30, 2010
Our lives are not measured by the steps we take, but by the path we leave.
I'm a reflective kind of guy. I don't mean shiny, although I do need SPF80 just to go out in the sun. I mean I like to look back upon the path I've made and think about where I'm going to go next.
I like to do it twice a year... New Year's and my Fiscal Year, also known as my Birthday. It very enlightening to summarize one year's time, as well as look at the half way mark to get that sense of belonging right where you are. Owning the moments... the ones that got you here, and the ones that lay ahead.
When I think about my one year accomplishments, it's astounding to realize that the majority of them actually took place in the first half of this year. It's as if the last half of last year was leading up to what unfolded since January 1.
It was the very last few days of last year when I sat down to write the novelized version of DARE to be your BEST. Every day I immersed myself in it and hardly noticed that three months had gone by when the last few words were captured.
"But only if we DARE."
(I'm not really giving anything away by telling you that)
As if on cue, a status update from a Facebook friend said "I just joined the Next Top Spiritual Author contest, check it out!" popped up on my phone.
"But only if we DARE" popped into my head.
So that moment I jumped right in and committed my energy and love into the contest. what an amazing experience it has been. I put together a book proposal, got onto radio shows, started new joint ventures and made friendships that will far outlast this contest.
The fact that I've made it into the top 25, out of 2,800 original participants ain't bad either. (PS It's up to the judges now, so no more emails from me about voting). What really made the news special was when Round 3 was announced, I was actually at a private retreat with the mentors who inspired the characters in the book. How cool is that?
So now I'm back to my "Sacred Hour" of writing every day, and am immersed in the second draft... realizing just how much I missed these people. The bonds I've formed with my characters are as strong as my friendships among the other participants. To the mind and heart, there is no separation, right?
So what about you?
More than likely it's not your birthday today (I know one other exception to that... Happy Birthday!!) yet we are half way through the course of the year.
Are you half way to your goals for January 1, next year? What do you need to add, subtract or adjust?
I changed course a couple of times this year, and have gotten farther because of it. So it's far from "too late". Even if you make fewer steps this year, you can still take big strides.
"But only if you DARE."
Keep the light on!
Stu
I like to do it twice a year... New Year's and my Fiscal Year, also known as my Birthday. It very enlightening to summarize one year's time, as well as look at the half way mark to get that sense of belonging right where you are. Owning the moments... the ones that got you here, and the ones that lay ahead.
When I think about my one year accomplishments, it's astounding to realize that the majority of them actually took place in the first half of this year. It's as if the last half of last year was leading up to what unfolded since January 1.
It was the very last few days of last year when I sat down to write the novelized version of DARE to be your BEST. Every day I immersed myself in it and hardly noticed that three months had gone by when the last few words were captured.
"But only if we DARE."
(I'm not really giving anything away by telling you that)
As if on cue, a status update from a Facebook friend said "I just joined the Next Top Spiritual Author contest, check it out!" popped up on my phone.
"But only if we DARE" popped into my head.
So that moment I jumped right in and committed my energy and love into the contest. what an amazing experience it has been. I put together a book proposal, got onto radio shows, started new joint ventures and made friendships that will far outlast this contest.
The fact that I've made it into the top 25, out of 2,800 original participants ain't bad either. (PS It's up to the judges now, so no more emails from me about voting). What really made the news special was when Round 3 was announced, I was actually at a private retreat with the mentors who inspired the characters in the book. How cool is that?
So now I'm back to my "Sacred Hour" of writing every day, and am immersed in the second draft... realizing just how much I missed these people. The bonds I've formed with my characters are as strong as my friendships among the other participants. To the mind and heart, there is no separation, right?
So what about you?
More than likely it's not your birthday today (I know one other exception to that... Happy Birthday!!) yet we are half way through the course of the year.
Are you half way to your goals for January 1, next year? What do you need to add, subtract or adjust?
I changed course a couple of times this year, and have gotten farther because of it. So it's far from "too late". Even if you make fewer steps this year, you can still take big strides.
"But only if you DARE."
Keep the light on!
Stu
Saturday, August 28, 2010
You always have a choice; even not to believe that.
Have you ever found yourself saying "I don't have a choice" followed by details about "responsibilities" or "inabilities" of some sort; really convincing yourself that there's only one way for you to go.
For that one moment, you're right.
It's not true, but you are right.
You have "no choice" but not because there aren't choices, but rather because you either can't see other options or believe that everything else is less than desirable.
Oh sure, you may face a lot of unpleasant choices, and opt for the less painful one... but what's really, really (really) important here is the recognition that you are STILL MAKING A CHOICE.
Recognizing that brings the control of the situation to you... and that the first step to having more control, and more choices, in the future.
After that, open up your mind to the possibility of other possibilities. When you tie yourself down by limited thoughts and beliefs, you end up with limited results; and that in turn makes it appear like you have less choices.
Expand yourself! The bigger you are, the more choices you have. If you increase your wealth, your health, your family, your friends, your circle expands; and your choices expand in all directions.
Perhaps it comes in the form of more education... or better associations with people living the life you wish for... or a better paying job... whatever it is, go for it. Go for something bigger than your circumstances.
That is... if you want to have more choices.
If you prefer to think you have no choice; well, that's your choice.
Just choose wisely.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
For that one moment, you're right.
It's not true, but you are right.
You have "no choice" but not because there aren't choices, but rather because you either can't see other options or believe that everything else is less than desirable.
Oh sure, you may face a lot of unpleasant choices, and opt for the less painful one... but what's really, really (really) important here is the recognition that you are STILL MAKING A CHOICE.
Recognizing that brings the control of the situation to you... and that the first step to having more control, and more choices, in the future.
After that, open up your mind to the possibility of other possibilities. When you tie yourself down by limited thoughts and beliefs, you end up with limited results; and that in turn makes it appear like you have less choices.
Expand yourself! The bigger you are, the more choices you have. If you increase your wealth, your health, your family, your friends, your circle expands; and your choices expand in all directions.
Perhaps it comes in the form of more education... or better associations with people living the life you wish for... or a better paying job... whatever it is, go for it. Go for something bigger than your circumstances.
That is... if you want to have more choices.
If you prefer to think you have no choice; well, that's your choice.
Just choose wisely.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Those who know, know.. y'know?
There's a saying, "never explain, your friends don't need it and your enemies won't believe it anyway" yet all too often we get distracted by someone else's opinion that is less than favorable.
That happens because we have this desire to be loved and accepted by all, and it can be shocking to find out that other people simply don't see the world the way we do. Or even tougher to deal with, another person has gone on a very direct attack on our beliefs or our character.
It can be so jarrng as to knock you out of the game.
If you let it.
So don't.
Everyone has an opinion
First take a look at what they're saying. Is it simply a difference of perspective? They may not be attacking youl they may simply be stating their view in a very strong way. You can look at that with curiosity, instead of defensiveness and see if you may sway in yoru opinion or reconfirm your own perspective.
Consider the source
Is this someone who genuinely loves and cares about you and what they are saying is in your best interest? Is it well-intended? Or is this someone who feels the need to put you down in order for them to feel better about themselves? Some people are disruptive because it's the only way they know how to stay in control. Instead of reacting to them in a confrontation, you have other choices. You can question them to see how strong they can withstand scrutiny, or you can choose to ignore them, if their argument does nto warrent further discussion.
Seek good company
Confronting others can leave you frazzled. Seek out the company of people who love and support you. It will be a welcome relief and give you a 'safe' place to recuperate.
Get to the core
Reflect upon the very core of the issue. Learn, if there are lessons. Reconnect, if there are commitments. It never hurts to reconnect to your core values; in fact, it can be invigorating.
Get back on course
Get back to taking actions that are true to yourself and your beliefs. Just because the wind blows doesn't mean you ahve to go off-course. You can just adjust your sails.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
PS In the Next Top Spiritual Author contest, you can now leave comments when you vote. Isn't that awesome! Talk abotu a place to be supportive... check it out. http://YESonSTU.com/
That happens because we have this desire to be loved and accepted by all, and it can be shocking to find out that other people simply don't see the world the way we do. Or even tougher to deal with, another person has gone on a very direct attack on our beliefs or our character.
It can be so jarrng as to knock you out of the game.
If you let it.
So don't.
Everyone has an opinion
First take a look at what they're saying. Is it simply a difference of perspective? They may not be attacking youl they may simply be stating their view in a very strong way. You can look at that with curiosity, instead of defensiveness and see if you may sway in yoru opinion or reconfirm your own perspective.
Consider the source
Is this someone who genuinely loves and cares about you and what they are saying is in your best interest? Is it well-intended? Or is this someone who feels the need to put you down in order for them to feel better about themselves? Some people are disruptive because it's the only way they know how to stay in control. Instead of reacting to them in a confrontation, you have other choices. You can question them to see how strong they can withstand scrutiny, or you can choose to ignore them, if their argument does nto warrent further discussion.
Seek good company
Confronting others can leave you frazzled. Seek out the company of people who love and support you. It will be a welcome relief and give you a 'safe' place to recuperate.
Get to the core
Reflect upon the very core of the issue. Learn, if there are lessons. Reconnect, if there are commitments. It never hurts to reconnect to your core values; in fact, it can be invigorating.
Get back on course
Get back to taking actions that are true to yourself and your beliefs. Just because the wind blows doesn't mean you ahve to go off-course. You can just adjust your sails.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
PS In the Next Top Spiritual Author contest, you can now leave comments when you vote. Isn't that awesome! Talk abotu a place to be supportive... check it out. http://YESonSTU.com/
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Just a Li'l
We spend a lot of time thinking we need to do a lot of stuff; only to end up doing nothing and losing what time we have. We make it a big all-or-nothing deal, when really all we need is just a lil something to make it all happen.
I used to write "BTN" on the board whenever I was working on a project. People used to think it stood for "button" and wondered "why would he put a button up in that corner?" It actuality, it stood for "Better Than Nothing" and it was to be a simple solution for an immediate need. Many of them grew to become quite something.
It just goes to show you what can happen when you throw in just a lil bit of magic.
Learn a Li'l
It's time to think of one thing that we don't know; doesn't matter what it is... just something we'd like to know that we don't know now. Look it up on the web, go to the library, ask a friend... but take the first step to learning it. The answers are out there, we just need to find them.
Learning just one lil thing adds to the toolbox from which we'll work.
Do a Li'l
Then there's all that stuff that we know we need to do, but have been putting off... fixing the faucet, cleaning out the garage, returning that phone call. Rather than put it off, which really only keeps it hovering over our lives, why not just 'bite the bullet' and get it out of the way.
Doing a lil something that we don't want to do can bring great relief once it's done.
Do a Li'l More
The stuff we do well, we often take for granted. We think since we do it right, we don't need to do it better. Challenge that. Ask, "can I do a lil something to make this good thing great?" You'll be surprised when you realize you can.
We come into this world taking lil steps. It worked then. It'll work now.
I used to write "BTN" on the board whenever I was working on a project. People used to think it stood for "button" and wondered "why would he put a button up in that corner?" It actuality, it stood for "Better Than Nothing" and it was to be a simple solution for an immediate need. Many of them grew to become quite something.
It just goes to show you what can happen when you throw in just a lil bit of magic.
Learn a Li'l
It's time to think of one thing that we don't know; doesn't matter what it is... just something we'd like to know that we don't know now. Look it up on the web, go to the library, ask a friend... but take the first step to learning it. The answers are out there, we just need to find them.
Learning just one lil thing adds to the toolbox from which we'll work.
Do a Li'l
Then there's all that stuff that we know we need to do, but have been putting off... fixing the faucet, cleaning out the garage, returning that phone call. Rather than put it off, which really only keeps it hovering over our lives, why not just 'bite the bullet' and get it out of the way.
Doing a lil something that we don't want to do can bring great relief once it's done.
Do a Li'l More
The stuff we do well, we often take for granted. We think since we do it right, we don't need to do it better. Challenge that. Ask, "can I do a lil something to make this good thing great?" You'll be surprised when you realize you can.
We come into this world taking lil steps. It worked then. It'll work now.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
WRONG= Whatever Redirects Our Natural Grace
First off, 'wrong' is a judgmental label, and it's really not my place to discuss that. However, the thoughts we think and the actions that we take do result in experiences that we either like or don't like. So in that case, 'wrong' is any direction that's bumpier than you want it to be.
That's why I broke it down to be "Whatever Redirects Our Natural Grace".
At first I was tempted to say "Natural Growth" but that would have been "wrong" because oftentimes it's the bumpiest, most painful experiences that help us grow the most.
Instead I chose to focus on that inner state of being that we all have; the one that's sheltered from the storm of the physical world; that knows divinity outside the daily world.
Grace is the peaceful state of our spirit; the one we can 'hear' when we're silent... and it's the most natural state of being. when we let it flow to the surface, peace permeates every pore of our lives. When we push our daily worries down inside us, our grace gets clogged and unable to do what it does best.
So it's easy to tell if something is 'wrong'. Just ask yourself, "is there Grace here?" If you can feel the peace and purpose and love and light, then you're on the 'right' track.
Whatever Redirects Our Natural Grace is 'WRONG'
So ask yourself, "Really, Is Grace Here Today?"
RIGHT!
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
That's why I broke it down to be "Whatever Redirects Our Natural Grace".
At first I was tempted to say "Natural Growth" but that would have been "wrong" because oftentimes it's the bumpiest, most painful experiences that help us grow the most.
Instead I chose to focus on that inner state of being that we all have; the one that's sheltered from the storm of the physical world; that knows divinity outside the daily world.
Grace is the peaceful state of our spirit; the one we can 'hear' when we're silent... and it's the most natural state of being. when we let it flow to the surface, peace permeates every pore of our lives. When we push our daily worries down inside us, our grace gets clogged and unable to do what it does best.
So it's easy to tell if something is 'wrong'. Just ask yourself, "is there Grace here?" If you can feel the peace and purpose and love and light, then you're on the 'right' track.
Whatever Redirects Our Natural Grace is 'WRONG'
So ask yourself, "Really, Is Grace Here Today?"
RIGHT!
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
Sunday, August 15, 2010
If it was 'easier done than said' would you do it?
In my inspirational talks to people, I love showing people just how far they really can go. This is typically met with that oft-said resister, "That's easier said than done."
Well, duh!
Why do you think I SAID it?
My 'typical' response back to them includes things like:
"I never said it was easy..."
"Most things are..."
and...
"It's easier done than not done."
All too often, people say "it's easier said than done" not as a recognition of saying vs doing. It's said as an excuse for not doing it.
No matter how much the person may claim they want something, "ESTD" means "It's 'too much work' and I'm not gonna do it."
Fine. No, really, that's fine... don't do it.
Just don't want it anymore...
Just don't sit there depressed or angry with the way things are, and drown yourself in your sorrows and reality series, dreaming you lost all the weight or won the million dollars.
Yes, it IS easier said than done.
But do you WANT it?
If you DO, then you need to DO it.
In the end, it won't have been easier done than said, but it will be so much sweeter a reward DONE, than said and NOT DONE.
PS Have you seen my latest video for the Next Top Spiritual Author Contest. It's so CUTE!!! I'm going to use it after the contest to promote the new book, plus show it to all my friends. Pass it along, will you?
YESonSTU.com
PPS Pass it to 10 or more of your friends, and send me an email at Stu(at)GuruStu.com and you'll be entered to win one of three 3-hour private coaching sessions. Whoot Whoot!
Well, duh!
Why do you think I SAID it?
My 'typical' response back to them includes things like:
"I never said it was easy..."
"Most things are..."
and...
"It's easier done than not done."
All too often, people say "it's easier said than done" not as a recognition of saying vs doing. It's said as an excuse for not doing it.
No matter how much the person may claim they want something, "ESTD" means "It's 'too much work' and I'm not gonna do it."
Fine. No, really, that's fine... don't do it.
Just don't want it anymore...
Just don't sit there depressed or angry with the way things are, and drown yourself in your sorrows and reality series, dreaming you lost all the weight or won the million dollars.
Yes, it IS easier said than done.
But do you WANT it?
If you DO, then you need to DO it.
In the end, it won't have been easier done than said, but it will be so much sweeter a reward DONE, than said and NOT DONE.
PS Have you seen my latest video for the Next Top Spiritual Author Contest. It's so CUTE!!! I'm going to use it after the contest to promote the new book, plus show it to all my friends. Pass it along, will you?
YESonSTU.com
PPS Pass it to 10 or more of your friends, and send me an email at Stu(at)GuruStu.com and you'll be entered to win one of three 3-hour private coaching sessions. Whoot Whoot!
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Everyone who has ever failed can tell you how hard it is. So can everyone who succeeded.
Life has its ups and downs, its good moments and bad; times when it seems like it's working for you, and other times when it's working against you... but guess what? It isn't.
It does what it does, because it is what it is.
It only SEEMS like it's doing something because of what YOU are doing at the time.
It's like the wind. It's just blowing. It's 'easy' when you're going in its direction, 'difficult' when you're not.
The more you learn to work WITH the wind, the easier it will become. If you're like a kite, the wind against you will take you higher... and it will do so 'easily'.
The same goes for people in their pursuit of happiness and success. Some people seem to 'have it all' while others struggle with the simplest of things. It's usually just jealousy rearing its ugly head when you look at someone else and think they've "got it easy".
People see the boss in the fancy car in the fancy driveway and think it just magically came to them. Yet they never saw the years of long hours, battling poverty and doubt, only to persevere while others gave up.
That's the secret... perseverance... and faith. Belief in what you're doing, enough to keep going while the wind is against you.
"Hard times" are pretty much the same for everyone, even though they differ in their details. The biggest difference between success and failure is:
What are you going to do about it?
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
PS Are you living your BEST life? Do you DARE to be more? Come check out http://YesOnStu.com.
It does what it does, because it is what it is.
It only SEEMS like it's doing something because of what YOU are doing at the time.
It's like the wind. It's just blowing. It's 'easy' when you're going in its direction, 'difficult' when you're not.
The more you learn to work WITH the wind, the easier it will become. If you're like a kite, the wind against you will take you higher... and it will do so 'easily'.
The same goes for people in their pursuit of happiness and success. Some people seem to 'have it all' while others struggle with the simplest of things. It's usually just jealousy rearing its ugly head when you look at someone else and think they've "got it easy".
People see the boss in the fancy car in the fancy driveway and think it just magically came to them. Yet they never saw the years of long hours, battling poverty and doubt, only to persevere while others gave up.
That's the secret... perseverance... and faith. Belief in what you're doing, enough to keep going while the wind is against you.
"Hard times" are pretty much the same for everyone, even though they differ in their details. The biggest difference between success and failure is:
What are you going to do about it?
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
PS Are you living your BEST life? Do you DARE to be more? Come check out http://YesOnStu.com.
Sunday, August 08, 2010
Saturday, August 07, 2010
Commmit, Don't Conflict
Making our dreams a reality takes commitment, determination. Each of our actions must be sincere, full of integrity and in line with the intended outcome. However, all too often, something else comes up, with seemingly good intentions, that require the same type of commitment. Then, like two horses pulling in opposite directions, we get nowhere.
If it doesn't fit, it shouldn't conflict...
Know the outcome
It's important to focus on the end goal; not only to know what it is, but embrace it. See it, feel it, be it. If there's more than one, then serious choices have to be made. If they live in harmony, and enhance one another, great. Perhaps they can even be combined into a single vision. If however they contradict one another, then every action we take will be away from one or the other.
"What do I want?"
Measure everything
In every moment, we are met up with events. They may be good; they may be bad; they may go unnoticed... but to every moment there is an action, or a reaction. Something is happening... and that something is either helping to move us forward or it's not. Whenever a new event enters our life, it's important to check it up against our outcomes.
"Will this get me there?"
Don't commit
... to anything, or everything... at least until it's been measured. Nothing kills a dream quicker than a commitment to something else.
"Does it fit?"
Recommit
Speaking of commitment, this is the right time to recommit to current goals. It's time to look around and see how it's been going, to determine what still needs to get done.
"Do I still want it?"
Follow throughThen all that's left is the doing. "Doing" is the only way to get things done.
"When am I going to make it happen?"
If it doesn't fit, it shouldn't conflict...
Know the outcome
It's important to focus on the end goal; not only to know what it is, but embrace it. See it, feel it, be it. If there's more than one, then serious choices have to be made. If they live in harmony, and enhance one another, great. Perhaps they can even be combined into a single vision. If however they contradict one another, then every action we take will be away from one or the other.
"What do I want?"
Measure everything
In every moment, we are met up with events. They may be good; they may be bad; they may go unnoticed... but to every moment there is an action, or a reaction. Something is happening... and that something is either helping to move us forward or it's not. Whenever a new event enters our life, it's important to check it up against our outcomes.
"Will this get me there?"
Don't commit
... to anything, or everything... at least until it's been measured. Nothing kills a dream quicker than a commitment to something else.
"Does it fit?"
Recommit
Speaking of commitment, this is the right time to recommit to current goals. It's time to look around and see how it's been going, to determine what still needs to get done.
"Do I still want it?"
Follow throughThen all that's left is the doing. "Doing" is the only way to get things done.
"When am I going to make it happen?"
Wednesday, August 04, 2010
2 Steps 2 Success: 1) Do the best u can with what you've got 2) Do better next time.
How many times have you heard someone say (or were guilty of saying it yourself) that you could be successful "if only..." and then you filled in the blank with some form of lack. Then to top it off, they (or you) look at someone else who's having great success and wonder how can someone with less (fill in the blank) possibly be farther along than them (you).
Sound familiar?
That's because while one person was making excuses, the other was making progress.
Who do you want to be?
If you want to make progress, you don't need to have (fill in the blank) right now... just begin to go in the direction you want to be. You'll pick it up along the way.
Besides, you can't start from 'there'... you can only start from 'here'
So start here... and give it your best... each and every time...
... then live and learn to do better next time.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
PS: I'm in a contest to become the NEXT TOP SPIRITUAL AUTHOR. Check it out at http://YesOnStu.com
Sound familiar?
That's because while one person was making excuses, the other was making progress.
Who do you want to be?
If you want to make progress, you don't need to have (fill in the blank) right now... just begin to go in the direction you want to be. You'll pick it up along the way.
Besides, you can't start from 'there'... you can only start from 'here'
So start here... and give it your best... each and every time...
... then live and learn to do better next time.
Keep the light on!
GuruStu
PS: I'm in a contest to become the NEXT TOP SPIRITUAL AUTHOR. Check it out at http://YesOnStu.com
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