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cha·ris·ma n
1. the ability to inspire enthusiasm, interest, or affection in others by means of personal charm or influence
2. cha·ris·ma a gift or power believed to be divinely bestowed
Encarta® World English Dictionary
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Loosen the Reins! Is he Crazy?
"Loosen the reins up, don't hold her so tight!" yells my instructor across the arena. "You are absolutely nuts, " the frustrated voice in my head yells back.
It takes more than a leap of faith to loosen the grip on the fantastically energetic quarter horse as I am watching the fence posts clip by at such a pace that they seem to become a solid wall of white. "She'll only take off faster if I let go!" but I do as instructed and ... bingo: she speeds up.
"Isn't this nice? Will I regain control of her speed, or will I have to just stop?" my inner voice sounds like an angry teenager.
Again, I follow the shouted instructions to reconnect with her using a gentler, more consistent feel. Hey, it took a bit of practice, but I got it! Now this beautiful mare and I can have a much more enjoyable, and speed appropriate ride usually! Every so often, I have to remind myself to let go, and be gentle, have faith and things will go smoothly.
Funny thing is, I discovered that I often behave in a similar way with my business, or anything new that I am trying to master for that matter. I frustrate myself, because I need to have complete control over what-ever-it-is and I keep holding on until I exhaust myself! Sometimes, like when I am striving to accomplish as much as I can for my business I have had to be stopped by exhaustion, or illness at the worst circumstance, because I would not loosen the reins on my need to control it all.
I know I am not the only one who does this! I have clients that I have told to go home and rest, because I can see that they were driving themselves to the breaking point trying to do it all, and I sure did not want to see them fall ill, and lose the momentum that we were working with.
Whatever it might be that you are learning to master, be it business, marketing, or mountain-biking; loosen the reins every once in a while. Take a break. Enjoy the heck out of that break and then gently head back to the task at hand. Have faith that the path to mastery will continue to unfold, and the ride can be quite enjoyable if you allow it!
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2 Essentials for On-Camera Charisma: Simplicity and Truth
Several days ago I came across a quote by Leo Tolstoy, "There is no greatness where simplicity, goodness and truth are absent."
The word "simplicity" struck me as I read it, and then, "truth".
These are the two primary essentials that I strive to perfect when I am working with a passionate client that is sharing their talent, or message, or product with the world, and wants to prepare for major media exposure.
"What about 'goodness'?" you might be asking; Lets just say, that I assume that my client is well intentioned, and I believe man is fundamentally good. Goodness is a given.
So then, about simplicity:
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| You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you.
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Control Issues, Anyone? Let Your Body Be Your Guide
By Dr. Kirk Prine
Are you sitting quietly somewhere? Do a quick scan of your body. What do you feel and where? Is there any rigidity or tightness around your heart? Any place that you are feeling rigid in your body or in your heart may mean that you are trying to control things. Control is a great thing when it is being used, propelled, and impelled by Spirit. However, control when it is coming from you and your ego, because you are contracting in your business, afraid the resources aren't there, saying to yourself, "I don't know that I can do this" or "I would feel so embarrassed if this didn't work" is control that mutes your purpose, deadens your business and squelches your dreams.
"Dr. Kirk Prine and Donny Lobree, Body Story Experts, are founders of The Missing Thread. They are healers and entrepreneurs who help other entrepreneurs tap into the wisdom of their bodies to achieve greater abundance. "Mindset is not just in the mind, but in the Body as well." To learn more, visit http://www.themissingthread.com to get your complimentary selection of Dr. Prine's new book as well as a free subscription to the Body Stories ezine." | |
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Quote from Fred Carl, Jr founder of Viking Range... "The line between stubbornness and perseverance is thin. If you're emotionally and professionally convinced that your idea is sound, then be very stubborn. And don't be afraid to tell (those that try to take advantage of you) to take a hike." Note: Vikings current annual sales are about $300 million. |
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