15 THING I'VE LEARNT NO.12 

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Continuing the series from my previous newsletter here is the next instalment of 15 things I've learnt about human beings and success in 3,500 hours. No. 1 is " For every obstacle there will always be several solutions". You can read the previous 11 things I've learnt in the archives.

Obstacles, challenges and problems are unavoidable in life and it's how you respond to these defining moments that shape the type of life you live. Some people seem to have constant struggles and live in a place of defeat whereas for others, it seems to bring the best out in them. Each and every problem you overcome in life, makes you stronger, more self-assured and empowers you to confidently move in the direction of your dreams.

We are built to conquer environment, solve problems, achieve goals, and we find no real satisfaction or happiness in life without obstacles to conquer and goals to achieve. Maxwell Maltz

It's Your Attitude/Outlook that Makes the Difference

The best course of action is to view obstacles as opportunities to make yourself better. As soon as a problem pops up, don't go looking for a place to hide, get busy and start looking for solutions. Albert Einstein said, 'We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.' Norman Vincent Peale said, 'Every problem has in it the seeds of its own solution.'

The worst thing you can do is spend hours and hours worrying. Most of the challenges we face are not the insurmountable walls we think they are. We need to think creatively and use our God given imagination. Begin immediately to focus on finding the solutions. Use your time to test new ideas and search out alternative approaches. Armed with the right attitude and a healthy dose of self confidence, life's problems will soon be no problem at all.

An Example

Coaching creates the space for people to think in non-judgmental environment. I've had many clients who previously allowed obstacles to overcome them but they are now problem solvers, solution finders. I worked with the long-term unemployed for 5 years who were chronically defeated even before they started.

Let's say a person wants to do some further study to improve their career.

Immediately they see the obstacles.

1.       I can't afford the study

2.       I don't have the time

3.       The course is not available in my location

4.       I don't have the prior experience to do the course

5.       I'm not intelligent enough to achieve that level of accreditation

6.       I can't get there in time after work

7.       The application process is too stringent

The list goes on and on for the person who is finding excuses that keep them locked into their current 'can't do' mentality. They remain stuck.

Can you see the list above will either be the wall that keeps them imprisoned or the foundation for finding answers?

See how many solutions you can find to each of those obstacles. There are at least 5 for each. The trick is to think and write. Don't think and judge the thought.

Got a challenge, problem or obstacle? There will always be solutions. You are just not thinking hard enough or negating the possibility before it has a chance to germinate.

Any questions? Just email me. anthony.venn-brown@psalifecoaching.com

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