Do you want to become successful in life? Consider these as necessary steps to do so:
31. Stress is simply a response
which you create in the interpretation of an event. Two people might find that
a given event results in quite different responses. For example, an after
dinner speech might strike fear into the heart of an inexperienced speaker
while a strong orator views it as a wonderful opportunity to share his
thoughts. Understanding that the perceived negative effects of an event or task
may be mentally manipulated and conditioned towards the positive, will allow
you to be a peak performer in all instances.
32. Read "The Seven Habits
of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey. It contains a wealth of wisdom
and powerful insights into further developing your character and enhancing your
personal relationships.
33. Become a committed audio-tape
user. Most personal-mastery programs and books are now offered in this format.
Listen to these inspirational materials on your way to work, whilst waiting in
the line at a bank or while you wash dishes in the evening. Make your car a
college on wheels and use the drive time to make knowledge your best friend.
All down time can be very effectively used in this productive fashion. Use such
opportunities to learn and continually expand your mind and its vast potential.
34. Try fasting one day every two
weeks. During these fast days, drink fruit juice and eat fresh fruits only. You
will feel more energetic, cleansed and alert. Fasting also has a salutary
effect on your will-power as you are subverting the otherwise pressing impulses
in your mind calling on you to eat more.
35. Keep a radio-cassette player
at your office and listen to soft, soothing music throughout the day. Place
pleasant scents and inspirational pictures in your workplace. By the magic of
association, your work will become something you enjoy even more and arouse a
very pleasant feeling within you. Budget your time on trips such that you can
spend half an hour in the airport bookstore. They always contain the latest and
best self-mastery books and tapes given that those who travel by air are of a
group that finds value in these materials.
36. Read "As a Man
Thinketh" by James Allen. And don't just read this little book once, read
it over and over again. It contains an abundance of timeless wisdom on living a
fuller and happier life.
37. Remember that forgiveness is
a virtue that few develop, but one that is most important to maintaining peace
of mind. Mark Twain wrote that forgiveness is the fragrance the violet sheds on
the heel that has crushed it. Practice forgiveness especially in those
situations where it is seemingly difficult. By using your emotional forgiveness
muscles more regularly, petty wrongs, remarks and slights will not touch you
and nothing will penetrate your concentrated, serene mindset.
38. Empty your cup. A full cup
cannot accept anything more. Similarly, a person who believes that he cannot
learn anything else will stagnate quickly and not move to higher levels. A true
sign of a secure, mature individual is someone who sees every opportunity as a
chance to learn. Even the teachers have teachers.
39. The Two Minutes Mind is an excellent exercise
for developing concentration. Simply stare at the second hand on your
wristwatch for two minutes and think about nothing else for that time. At first
your mind will wander but after 21 days of practice, your attention will not
waver during the routine. One of the greatest qualities a person can develop to
ensure his success is the ability to focus for extended periods of time. Learn
to build up your concentration muscles and no task will be too difficult for
you.
40. Drink a cup of warm water
before a speech. Ronald Reagan employed this strategy to ensure that he
maintained his honey-smooth voice. Mastery of the art of public speaking is a
noble goal. So dedicate yourself to it. You will be judged by the calibre of
your communication skills.
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