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Approaching every day Light and Bright #goodmorning #greatday #intentions #focus #shineon #sunrise #circles11 (at Montrose Beach)

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The I AM Challenge

We are Personal, Professional and Spiritual Growth Enthusiasts

Even so, we all possess human tendencies that may cause us to veer off track from time to time.  Fact is, consistency is key in aspects of growth.  So increase accountability and fast-track growth.  

I invite you to join me for the:

11 Day I AM Challenge

The 11 Day I AM Challenge is an accountability tool I created to bring awareness to my Thoughts, Beliefs and Actions throughout the duration of each day.    

I AM: the words that follow I AM are that which will be.  Knowing that our thoughts become things, this challenge brings a greater awareness to our actions and how they support our commitment to growth.  

Here's how this works:  Set 5 alerts on your phone, approximately 2-3 hours apart.  When they go off, pause and take notice of the thoughts, beliefs and actions that you are accountable for in that very moment.  Next, fill in the blank with what you are observing; I AM _____.  What will it be?

I AM creative  I AM serving I AM productive OR  I AM judgmental I AM a complainer I AM lazy.  If this I AM statement is not aligned with your desired being, swap the I AM you currently are representing and state knowingly the I AM you wish to be.  Watch how your thoughts will follow.  

"Check yourself before you wreck yourself" 

There is no shame in being aware of our current demeanors.  This exercise will assist us in making shifts as needed throughout the day.  This in-turn creates consistent habits that serve our greater good.  

Who's with me?  

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Hot Rod Courage

For two years now I’ve contemplated the phrase

Hot Rod Courage

Now, understanding the simple meaning of Courage to be Living Through the Heart, anyone that knew my brother, Hot Rod Genett, knows this is how he lived his life. Yes he was brave, strong and seemingly fearless yet it was his heart that dove him to be the man he was - a big man and with an even larger spirit.

Rod's spirit flows through me everyday.  With that power and influence, I hereby set clear and focused intentions to fully embracing my authentic spirit and allowing this to source my best self.

Knowing now, this is what he’s been teaching me from day one.  I get it now!

Thank you Brother

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A Successful day with my friends ECRU New York #inspiring #innovative #smart and BIG #fashion 🙌🏼 (at America's Beauty Show)

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“I am the Thinker that Thinks the Thought that Makes the Thing” #reveallove #iam #circles11 (at Bodhi Spiritual Center)

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Replacing complaining with gratitude n love. @revrainbow (at Louisville, Kentucky)

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What we perceive we shall receive. And so it is ~ #lawofattraction #attitude #belief #awareness #circles11

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Knowing the power of a for-purpose morning routine. To include: Gratitude,Hydration, Exercise, Intentions/Goals, Nutrition, Inspiration... and make your bed dammit 🤓 #shineon #chicagosunrise #gratitude #intention #forpurpose #winthemorning #practicemakesprogress #circles11 (at Montrose Beach)

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Knowing and not doing is not knowing 🤔 #awareness #practicemakesprogress #leadership #knowing #circless11 (at Merchandise Mart)

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Minding the mind. #growth vs conflict, #love vs fear, #acceptance vs judgement, #prosperity vs scarcity. The #choice is ours and so it is 💫

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Still you mind, the rest will follow. #presence #meditation #oneness #spiritspot #tgim #reveallove #circles11 (at Foster Avenue Beach)

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Mo Momentum #momentum circles11 (at Moonlight Beach)

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Proud to Be - G48 #education #consulting #leadership (at Eufora International)

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He keeps me centered - in the now, and he reminds me what’s important. #inthenow #important #brother #alwaysbeachseason #circles11 (at Montrose Beach)

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“Intentions Fuel Action” coming soon! Gratitude and love for @christophercodyhartl and his creative talent, support, energy and brotherhood. (at Anagen 11)

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Circles of Influence

It’s the beginning of the new year and this is the time that many of us go into it fired up with new ideas and goals to put into practice.  We have our post-its up, our reminders set, our gym membership purchased, our kitchen stocked with healthy foods…..doing good?  

Well, new study shows that only 8% of us that make a NYs resolution will succeed at achieving our goal.   I don’t mean to be a downer, however this may be connected to something most of us haven’t taken into account…. Consider this:

"We are the average of the five people we spend the most time with." Jim Rohn 

So let’s take a look at our environment.  Who do we have around us most? I mean, if we really are the average of the 5 people we surround ourselves with, it makes sense to take a step back and look at who we spend our time and energy with. Whether or not we realize it, these people have a great influence on our life, our growth and success.

I’m not asking you to intoxicate your environment with judgement, but rather silently critique the peeps around you. Do theses people challenge you? Make you think? Help you to grow and learn? Lift you up, support you and energize you!?

Or do they bring you down….slow your roll….infect rather than affect.

Look, we all need our people. We desire to feel we are part of a tribe. We strive to connect with others and feel like we belong.

And for these reasons, we sometimes lose sight of how those we keep near affect our lives. Have you ever met up with a “good friend" and after leaving this meetup you felt totally depleted of energy? It’s like they sucked you dry - like a vampire. And then you thought, what else could I have done with that time? 

This doesn’t make your friend a bad person, we all have our ups and downs in life. However, if this person, or any other, constantly brings your energy down, it’s probably time to reduce their role in your life….for the time being anyway.

So how do we build a healthy environment?

We begin with ourselves. Lets be real and take a stand for the things we believe in. This is our essence, and our essence will attract our true circles of influence.

Look in the mirror:  We must first critique ourselves and determine what value we bring to those we encircle. Can we rightfully support and encourage those we wish to see grow? What changes can we make to our daily routines, beliefs and practices that will enhance our ability to encourage others to expand their existence.

Look around:  Consider those we currently surround ourselves with.  Do they align with our visions and ambitions?  Do these people desire to grow, awaken to new ideas and make change for the better?  Do they display the courage to define their purpose and pursue their own personal growth?  Or do they simply exist one day to the next?  

Detachment with honor:  If we have people in our circles that do not support or influence our visions and ambitions, we must practice detachment.  Remember, we can honor the chosen paths of others without investing ourselves in their daily scene.  

Choose wisely:  Every day presents us the opportunity to connect with those that support and influence our growth.  Either we know these people already or we have the ability to seek them out.  Near or far, familiar or famous, these people are friends, family, coaches, and/or mentors.  Make a list of these people.  

Connect:  Now that we have the desired members of our Circles of Influence listed, schedule time to reach out to each person on this list.  Face to face is ideal.  For those that reside farther than a coffee shop, FaceTime, Skype, and WhatsApp works great! The objective is:

Give gratitude for the value they bring to our current and future life

Explain how they influence our growth

Share the vision we have for ourselves

Determine how we can support each other’s goals and visions

Make an agreement to regularly check in, support and hold each other accountable

This is undoubtedly a rewarding excercise.

When we open up to gratitude we open up to growth - thus strengthening our Circles. 

We would love to hear about your experiences defining/updating your Circles of Influence in the comments below.  

Together We Grow! Be Well ~

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You Are Beautiful - dammit! Big Gratitude for the @tspaappleton Students and Staff for their warm welcome and participation in “Thoughts Become Things” 12.27.17