When I forgive myself, I learn...
When I hold onto the issue I don't learn anything. I manifest poor results.
So here is a personal story that illustrates the point. I purchased these Jabra bluetoothe earphones, they were stereo, they worked well, there was an issue with one of them within the warranty period. I took them back and I noticed at the time I brought them that the pouch was missing. This was an added accessory, I didn't volunteer the information, I just needed to exchange.
I used that pouch because it was a perfect size to put my Kodak Zi8 HD camera in. I have been using the pouch now for over a year. The bluetooth pieces have long since broke and I have began using the other pouch to hold my wifi card.
All that techy talk was just the simple set up to my having a deeper understanding of forgiving myself and learning a lesson.
I looked at the two pouches this morning together. They have never been side by side that I remember. I recalled many times remembering the packaging error, a little pebble of guilt all the while, may just outside of my consciousness. Then I realized in this very moment, man I haven't released that weight yet.
I understood, with this very small seemingly insignificant scenario that when I just let it go, after sending a prayer off for forgiveness, then forgiving myself...
The lesson was buried under the pile of guilt and shame.
For me today the lesson was that I haven't done very well at staying organized with material things. I actually felt, in that moment of humility, the strength to keep better track of material items, to take better care of my belongings. I kid you not, this was what came after lessening the guilt burden.
I was free to see other examples in my life. Then in that humbled place of inadequacy in not taking care of some of my material things. I was free to offer a silent prayer to ask God to make up the difference.
It may seem a little weird the connection here, but the message I received today is that there may be many weights of guilt and inhibitory issues that I am manifesting externally that can be released if I forgive myself.
Josh Andrus
Bring Value Academy
Monday, September 19, 2011
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Power of Self-Forgiveness
When I forgive myself, I learn...
When I hold onto the issue I don't learn anything. I manifest poor results.
So here is a personal story that illustrates the point. I purchased these Jabra bluetoothe earphones, they were stereo, they worked well, there was an issue with one of them within the warranty period. I took them back and I noticed at the time I brought them that the pouch was missing. This was an added accessory, I didn't volunteer the information, I just needed to exchange.
I used that pouch because it was a perfect size to put my Kodak Zi8 HD camera in. I have been using the pouch now for over a year. The bluetooth pieces have long since broke and I have began using the other pouch to hold my wifi card.
All that techy talk was just the simple set up to my having a deeper understanding of forgiving myself and learning a lesson.
I looked at the two pouches this morning together. They have never been side by side that I remember. I recalled many times remembering the packaging error, a little pebble of guilt all the while, may just outside of my consciousness. Then I realized in this very moment, man I haven't released that weight yet.
I understood, with this very small seemingly insignificant scenario that when I just let it go, after sending a prayer off for forgiveness, then forgiving myself...
The lesson was buried under the pile of guilt and shame.
For me today the lesson was that I haven't done very well at staying organized with material things. I actually felt, in that moment of humility, the strength to keep better track of material items, to take better care of my belongings. I kid you not, this was what came after lessening the guilt burden.
I was free to see other examples in my life. Then in that humbled place of inadequacy in not taking care of some of my material things. I was free to offer a silent prayer to ask God to make up the difference.
It may seem a little weird the connection here, but the message I received today is that there may be many weights of guilt and inhibitory issues that I am manifesting externally that can be released if I forgive myself.
Josh Andrus
Bring Value Academy
When I hold onto the issue I don't learn anything. I manifest poor results.
So here is a personal story that illustrates the point. I purchased these Jabra bluetoothe earphones, they were stereo, they worked well, there was an issue with one of them within the warranty period. I took them back and I noticed at the time I brought them that the pouch was missing. This was an added accessory, I didn't volunteer the information, I just needed to exchange.
I used that pouch because it was a perfect size to put my Kodak Zi8 HD camera in. I have been using the pouch now for over a year. The bluetooth pieces have long since broke and I have began using the other pouch to hold my wifi card.
All that techy talk was just the simple set up to my having a deeper understanding of forgiving myself and learning a lesson.
I looked at the two pouches this morning together. They have never been side by side that I remember. I recalled many times remembering the packaging error, a little pebble of guilt all the while, may just outside of my consciousness. Then I realized in this very moment, man I haven't released that weight yet.
I understood, with this very small seemingly insignificant scenario that when I just let it go, after sending a prayer off for forgiveness, then forgiving myself...
The lesson was buried under the pile of guilt and shame.
For me today the lesson was that I haven't done very well at staying organized with material things. I actually felt, in that moment of humility, the strength to keep better track of material items, to take better care of my belongings. I kid you not, this was what came after lessening the guilt burden.
I was free to see other examples in my life. Then in that humbled place of inadequacy in not taking care of some of my material things. I was free to offer a silent prayer to ask God to make up the difference.
It may seem a little weird the connection here, but the message I received today is that there may be many weights of guilt and inhibitory issues that I am manifesting externally that can be released if I forgive myself.
Josh Andrus
Bring Value Academy
Friday, January 8, 2010
Emergency Assistance To 2010 Plans
Have you ever had that idea for the project or direction in your life?
You see exactly what you want it to look like so clearly?
You know exactly what it will take to do the project, you feel so good about it's completion then you set out?
Your energy gets you a great start right?
You feel like the completion is practically done already even though you have gone yards on a journey that requires miles??? What happens next?
If your like the majority of us you have a slowing up of progress and eventually maybe a walking away. Why is that? Was the project any less desirable in it's accomplishment? no Was the reasons for doing the project not as important? no Was the vision less clear? no Then what is it usually?
Most seminars on goals and game plans misses the most powerful engine in the whole equation. The power of Today. . .
Here is what is really going on psychologically and emotionally when you go after a project. Let's take me for an example. I have been meaning to write a book on a particular topic that I am an expert in. I have written a few articles, but nothing very serious. I will begin and stop, begin and stop getting excited about the end and same scenario as above occurs eventually.
So what's missing? Is the finished product any less needed? no Will I enjoy the book not being done vs completing it? certainly not.
Here is what I discovered, and I am now 8 chapters into the book writing. So many times when we set out on a journey to tackle something great we are burrowing energy and excitement exclusively on long term vision and tripping up on the stumbling blocks two inches in front of ourselves.
Try this next time you set a goal. Enjoy the feelings of the completion, you will need these moments, they are staying power. They will keep you adjusting your trail to lead those feelings. Now map out a plan. It doesn't have to be "THE" plan just a plan. You can always adjust it.
THIS IS THE MOST MISSED STEP! Take the same excitement for the long term completion and look at the vision of this DAY you about to embark on. See the small action steps and get excited and energized about these. This is having vision within the day.
Too many times we get discouraged and get in our own way because we do great work in the beginning and then compare where we are to where we need to go. We come out the gates in amazing speed and fashion and then mundane tasks and obstacles make us sore. This takes from the gratitude of the journey itself. It makes the path obscure and clouds vision.
Today is the day that leads to those visions of your dreams. Enough of them done well added up will get you your every righteous desire.
Get excited about your vision of today...
Joshua Andrus
http://budurl.com/bizs
You see exactly what you want it to look like so clearly?
You know exactly what it will take to do the project, you feel so good about it's completion then you set out?
Your energy gets you a great start right?
You feel like the completion is practically done already even though you have gone yards on a journey that requires miles??? What happens next?
If your like the majority of us you have a slowing up of progress and eventually maybe a walking away. Why is that? Was the project any less desirable in it's accomplishment? no Was the reasons for doing the project not as important? no Was the vision less clear? no Then what is it usually?
Most seminars on goals and game plans misses the most powerful engine in the whole equation. The power of Today. . .
Here is what is really going on psychologically and emotionally when you go after a project. Let's take me for an example. I have been meaning to write a book on a particular topic that I am an expert in. I have written a few articles, but nothing very serious. I will begin and stop, begin and stop getting excited about the end and same scenario as above occurs eventually.
So what's missing? Is the finished product any less needed? no Will I enjoy the book not being done vs completing it? certainly not.
Here is what I discovered, and I am now 8 chapters into the book writing. So many times when we set out on a journey to tackle something great we are burrowing energy and excitement exclusively on long term vision and tripping up on the stumbling blocks two inches in front of ourselves.
Try this next time you set a goal. Enjoy the feelings of the completion, you will need these moments, they are staying power. They will keep you adjusting your trail to lead those feelings. Now map out a plan. It doesn't have to be "THE" plan just a plan. You can always adjust it.
THIS IS THE MOST MISSED STEP! Take the same excitement for the long term completion and look at the vision of this DAY you about to embark on. See the small action steps and get excited and energized about these. This is having vision within the day.
Too many times we get discouraged and get in our own way because we do great work in the beginning and then compare where we are to where we need to go. We come out the gates in amazing speed and fashion and then mundane tasks and obstacles make us sore. This takes from the gratitude of the journey itself. It makes the path obscure and clouds vision.
Today is the day that leads to those visions of your dreams. Enough of them done well added up will get you your every righteous desire.
Get excited about your vision of today...
Joshua Andrus
http://budurl.com/bizs
Thursday, October 15, 2009
The Great Sickness
What is the great sickness of our days?
If I may so bold. . .
A person who feels they have no purpose is : The Great Sickness
When a person seeks out purpose for their life, defines it clearly and work towards it's fulfillment then there is a great degree of righteousness involved. Not righteous in a pious sense righteous in correct or true north compass sense.
When this measure is missing, when a person has not clearly defined their purpose then a great deal of confusion, hopelessness, and destructive apathy occurs.
So easy to provide proof. . .
Take an example of the individual who is clear that they desire to lead-
Lead for what purpose. It is predictable that if the purpose is not clearly defined the desire and responsibility of leading can corrupt very quickly the leader.
Then the leader who has purpose. A person has a desire to lead in order to provide a clear path for those who have not been endowed with the wisdom necessary to take on this "New Economy."
Who is more corruptible. I suppose it should be clear. Does the first leader fulfil his/her purpose at the moment they are leading and corruptible motives can set in to for example lead out of lust of power, to control, or for greed.
Sharp contrast the second purpose driven leader leads. The leader's objective of assisting others to become equipped is complete, this leader can look to replicate and assist many more. The purpose doesn't change the capacity to do more for others does as the leaders efficiency and blessings of growth increases.
Get clear about your purpose quickly and change this purpose slowly.
Joshua Andrus
http://www.hiresite.info/
If I may so bold. . .
A person who feels they have no purpose is : The Great Sickness
When a person seeks out purpose for their life, defines it clearly and work towards it's fulfillment then there is a great degree of righteousness involved. Not righteous in a pious sense righteous in correct or true north compass sense.
When this measure is missing, when a person has not clearly defined their purpose then a great deal of confusion, hopelessness, and destructive apathy occurs.
So easy to provide proof. . .
Take an example of the individual who is clear that they desire to lead-
Lead for what purpose. It is predictable that if the purpose is not clearly defined the desire and responsibility of leading can corrupt very quickly the leader.
Then the leader who has purpose. A person has a desire to lead in order to provide a clear path for those who have not been endowed with the wisdom necessary to take on this "New Economy."
Who is more corruptible. I suppose it should be clear. Does the first leader fulfil his/her purpose at the moment they are leading and corruptible motives can set in to for example lead out of lust of power, to control, or for greed.
Sharp contrast the second purpose driven leader leads. The leader's objective of assisting others to become equipped is complete, this leader can look to replicate and assist many more. The purpose doesn't change the capacity to do more for others does as the leaders efficiency and blessings of growth increases.
Get clear about your purpose quickly and change this purpose slowly.
Joshua Andrus
http://www.hiresite.info/
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
The Responsibility To Do Something
There is a huge trend in the world. There is an enormous amount of excuses that are constantly being found to shift responsibility.
The state of the economy is no reason to lay down and do nothing.
Leaders needed. . .
There are two ills that I intend to write on today that are ills of such a great force that ultimately they can lead to severe destruction.
Number One- It is a shame when a person will do nothing because they feel that what they do, does so little. Take the time to do good within your sphere of influence:
An example: I see when I go to one of my favorite Ocean views and surf spots. When you watch for a while as a surfer climbs out of the waves. The one who believes in the gift that is the ocean and it's state of well being you can see him/her pick up a couple pieces of litter off the beach and drop it in the big tin dumpster on the way in. This has become a pattern that perpetuates in this spot in particular, more and more do the same. It is noble it is right, it was not the cleaners trash, it was not the entire beach clean up it is right to do.
This leads into another evil: The person will do nothing if the blame can be shifted. Doing nothing is an action. It is a lie that many will tell themselves to attempt to stay neutral. When things get messed up because of the actions of a few. The world needs leaders to decide in spite of the causation of the problem.
For example: I have served on many committees that have been in a stuck state a stand still. The cause many times is the lack of ownership. The person who caused the problem is less important then the solution going forward has ever been. I suggest gain the desired result, have a vision and work backwards to the plan of execution. This has gone against the grain of many a majority who believe to get where we are going we must first point out who or what messed the situation up to begin with. This does nothing but causes a shift of responsibility and usually places committees into apathy when denial of ownership is possible.
Joshua Andrus
http://www.promoteblastoff.info/
The state of the economy is no reason to lay down and do nothing.
Leaders needed. . .
There are two ills that I intend to write on today that are ills of such a great force that ultimately they can lead to severe destruction.
Number One- It is a shame when a person will do nothing because they feel that what they do, does so little. Take the time to do good within your sphere of influence:
An example: I see when I go to one of my favorite Ocean views and surf spots. When you watch for a while as a surfer climbs out of the waves. The one who believes in the gift that is the ocean and it's state of well being you can see him/her pick up a couple pieces of litter off the beach and drop it in the big tin dumpster on the way in. This has become a pattern that perpetuates in this spot in particular, more and more do the same. It is noble it is right, it was not the cleaners trash, it was not the entire beach clean up it is right to do.
This leads into another evil: The person will do nothing if the blame can be shifted. Doing nothing is an action. It is a lie that many will tell themselves to attempt to stay neutral. When things get messed up because of the actions of a few. The world needs leaders to decide in spite of the causation of the problem.
For example: I have served on many committees that have been in a stuck state a stand still. The cause many times is the lack of ownership. The person who caused the problem is less important then the solution going forward has ever been. I suggest gain the desired result, have a vision and work backwards to the plan of execution. This has gone against the grain of many a majority who believe to get where we are going we must first point out who or what messed the situation up to begin with. This does nothing but causes a shift of responsibility and usually places committees into apathy when denial of ownership is possible.
Joshua Andrus
http://www.promoteblastoff.info/
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Helping Others As A Reflex
What impresses me the most is not about the leadership from the front of the room. The board members that are stoic and unapproachable. What impresses me the most about a leader is not detachment.
The thing that impresses the most about leadership I am around is that they help as a reflex. . .
To walk side by side a true leader, one who draws on energy and a cause that is greater then him or herself is to be impressed that in their nature they very easily and unintentionally serve others and bring value to their lives.
If leadership truly is influence nothing more or nothing less. Imagine the positive influence someone has on the world as they set in motion quick acts of service.
You want an example of the power of this?
There is a powerful study that measured the effects of acts of kindness on peoples environments. Did you know that the person that does something nice for someone has chemicals released in their brain that rewards them, then the person receiving the kindness does as well have "feel good" chemicals released. The interesting thing is that the bystander watching the act has the same chemicals released and may naturally start a similar chain reaction elsewhere.
So say that there is a stranger struggling with their bags getting onto the plane, you could stop and assist the person you are boarding with is also rewarded as they witness this, models similar acts of kindness later on that day and you've set in motion something that is far greater then you.
Yes the kind of leaders I choose to follow don't lift themselves above others, they lift others needs above themselves.
Joshua Andrus
www.hiresite.info
The thing that impresses the most about leadership I am around is that they help as a reflex. . .
To walk side by side a true leader, one who draws on energy and a cause that is greater then him or herself is to be impressed that in their nature they very easily and unintentionally serve others and bring value to their lives.
If leadership truly is influence nothing more or nothing less. Imagine the positive influence someone has on the world as they set in motion quick acts of service.
You want an example of the power of this?
There is a powerful study that measured the effects of acts of kindness on peoples environments. Did you know that the person that does something nice for someone has chemicals released in their brain that rewards them, then the person receiving the kindness does as well have "feel good" chemicals released. The interesting thing is that the bystander watching the act has the same chemicals released and may naturally start a similar chain reaction elsewhere.
So say that there is a stranger struggling with their bags getting onto the plane, you could stop and assist the person you are boarding with is also rewarded as they witness this, models similar acts of kindness later on that day and you've set in motion something that is far greater then you.
Yes the kind of leaders I choose to follow don't lift themselves above others, they lift others needs above themselves.
Joshua Andrus
www.hiresite.info
Friday, October 2, 2009
Facebook Taboos, How to Lose a Friend in 3 steps
Facebook- a place to re-connect with friends you haven't seen for a long time. One of the fastest ways to find that person that you think about and wish you hadn't lost touch.
Facebook- a place to meet new people with common interests or interesting people with nothing in common and expand your horizons and shrink the worlds vastness.
Facebook- a place to network and bring value to peoples lives through a reccomondation if you have uncovered a need when a relationship has developed.
Now the 3 things that fills the can o' SPAM:
1) Invitations that have an invite/pitch of the product and services. Don't invite me with your canned ad junk. . . invite me with genuine interest. (Used Car Salesman Approach)
2) Pitches on first response to my invite or the communities invite. Get to know someone first. Chat it up make a connection especially in e-commerce world. Working the numbers will get you suckers, but customers stay out of loyalty. (Premature Pitch)
3) My wall is my wall, news feeds is the communities. Don't write your ad on my wall and pass it off as 'trying to help me out'. Outside the cyber world when someone tags up the wall it is called Graffiti this is why I dub this last one Graffiti Approach, expect to be reported!!! The least of which would be a warning from me and then the dropped friend next time.
If you agree share this around, if you don't agree comment, if you appreciate say so.
Love to my friends,
Joshua C Andrus
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