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6 days ago
in A Guide For When Your Day Has Been Blown to Pieces on LifeDev
By “living in our head” I mean that our experience of the world – that is, how we see various situations, circumstances and events, how we allow those things to affect us, what they mean to us and how we react to it all – is individual, unique and self-determined. Which is why we can see two people going through what appears to be the same experience at the same time (some might erroneously say, the same reality) – a very similar court case for example – yet they are both impacted in totally different ways. One learns a valuable life-lesson, grows emotionally, becomes more aware, compassionate and enlightened, while the other suffers from extreme physical, emotional and psychological stress – all self-created by the way (situations don’t create stress, people do) – loses confidence, becomes angry and bitter and slides into a depressive state for a period of time. Why? Because the two individuals weren’t actually going through the same “experience” at all; they were each creating their own experience. One positive. One negative.
2 years ago
in The Power of (Exercise) Routines on Leahey.org | Skepticism and Productivity
Hey Andrew - Great Post!
I'd like to add one more point:
Get Uncomfortable!
As an Exercise Scientist and Trainer I have spent much of the last twenty-five years helping people change their body. Smaller, bigger, lighter, leaner, more muscle, more flexibility, speed, power... Athletes, non-athletes, kids, mums, dads.....whatever they were after; that's what I did my best to deliver.
Early in my career I discovered that whether or not someone achieved their desired goals had very little to do with what was possible, or their genetic potential, and everything to do with their ability to deal with discomfort.
If you want an amazing life and you're all about creating positive change, then learn to deal with, if not embrace, discomfort.
Sorry Dude.
Just how it is.
Keep up the great writing Andrew!
Craig Harper
john@craigharper.com.au
http://www.craigharper.com.au
I'd like to add one more point:
Get Uncomfortable!
As an Exercise Scientist and Trainer I have spent much of the last twenty-five years helping people change their body. Smaller, bigger, lighter, leaner, more muscle, more flexibility, speed, power... Athletes, non-athletes, kids, mums, dads.....whatever they were after; that's what I did my best to deliver.
Early in my career I discovered that whether or not someone achieved their desired goals had very little to do with what was possible, or their genetic potential, and everything to do with their ability to deal with discomfort.
If you want an amazing life and you're all about creating positive change, then learn to deal with, if not embrace, discomfort.
Sorry Dude.
Just how it is.
Keep up the great writing Andrew!
Craig Harper
john@craigharper.com.au
http://www.craigharper.com.au
2 years ago
in 3 Business Rules To Live By on Instigator Blog
Great Post Ben!
Completely agree with all three and my favourite -
'Remember you can create only one first impression.'
Make sure every experience people have with your organisation (including the first one) wreaks of professionalism and great customer service. A few years ago I wanted to buy a particular car. I had done my homework and knew exactly what I wanted. I headed to the closest dealership ready to put in my order and spend up. The guy who (eventually) spoke to me was rude, arrogant and condescending. I told him so ...and bought my car elsewhere the same day. Even though they had 'the product' I wanted, I decided not to become their customer because of the crap service.
This is how we humans work; remember that!
Love your blog Ben!
Completely agree with all three and my favourite -
'Remember you can create only one first impression.'
Make sure every experience people have with your organisation (including the first one) wreaks of professionalism and great customer service. A few years ago I wanted to buy a particular car. I had done my homework and knew exactly what I wanted. I headed to the closest dealership ready to put in my order and spend up. The guy who (eventually) spoke to me was rude, arrogant and condescending. I told him so ...and bought my car elsewhere the same day. Even though they had 'the product' I wanted, I decided not to become their customer because of the crap service.
This is how we humans work; remember that!
Love your blog Ben!
2 years ago
in 10 Ways To Get Inspired Right Now on Instigator Blog
Great Post Ben!
I'd like to add another one to your great list.
#11 - Get Uncomfortable.
If you want an amazing life and you're all about creating positive change, then learn to deal with, if not embrace, discomfort.
As an Exercise Scientist and Trainer I have spent much of the last twenty-five years helping people change their body. Smaller, bigger, lighter, leaner, more muscle, more flexibility, speed, power... Athletes, non-athletes, kids, mums, dads.....whatever they were after; that's what I did my best to deliver.
Early in my career I discovered that whether or not someone achieved their desired goals had very little to do with what was possible, or their genetic potential, and everything to do with their ability to deal with discomfort.
They say that every decision we make in life is in an effort to avoid pain, or gain pleasure.
Change is usually uncomfortable.
Keep up the great writing. I love your blog.
I'd like to add another one to your great list.
#11 - Get Uncomfortable.
If you want an amazing life and you're all about creating positive change, then learn to deal with, if not embrace, discomfort.
As an Exercise Scientist and Trainer I have spent much of the last twenty-five years helping people change their body. Smaller, bigger, lighter, leaner, more muscle, more flexibility, speed, power... Athletes, non-athletes, kids, mums, dads.....whatever they were after; that's what I did my best to deliver.
Early in my career I discovered that whether or not someone achieved their desired goals had very little to do with what was possible, or their genetic potential, and everything to do with their ability to deal with discomfort.
They say that every decision we make in life is in an effort to avoid pain, or gain pleasure.
Change is usually uncomfortable.
Keep up the great writing. I love your blog.
