Feature Article: Act to Create It!

Note From Jack: Writing from San Francisco

Training & Events: Breakthrough to Success (act quick!)

Jack Recommends: The Aladdin Factor

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Dear %$firstname$%,

Welcome to the summer’s second edition of Success Strategies! 

I hope you took a look at last week’s edition and really started to re-evaluate your goals now that we’re half way through the year.

I'm definitely off to a busy start this summer!

In the last two weeks, I’ve spoken to a group of high-level authors who are part of a private coaching group in Philadelphia and hundreds at the GNC Franchise Show in Las Vegas... and today I'm on my way to San Francisco for my next client event. 

When I get back from San Francisco, I’ll be working on finalizing the training manual for my annual Breakthrough to Success Training that’s happening this August.  I might have mentioned this before, but the week of this training is truly my favorite week of the year. 

Getting to work with men and women from around the globe that are committed to making huge strides in their lives is so powerful and inspiring for me as well.  I can’t wait to meet everyone this year, and I hope you can be there! 

I quickly wanted to mention that the hotel we’re holding the training at (the beautiful Fairmont Scottsdale Resort) is beginning to fill up.  So, if you have been thinking of signing up for the training, and staying at the hotel please register sooner than later. 

I’d hate for you to miss out on the discounted hotel rate at this 5-Star Resort!.
Check out the hotel here: www.fairmont.com/scottsdale 

And remember, to register for the training, go to www.canfieldtrainings.com.  We’ve extended the payment plan option, and added new testimonials to the site.  So, check out the information and please do not hesitate to call my office if you have any questions whatsoever.  My office number is 805-563-2935.

How are you doing on your goals for 2009?
Are you where you thought you'd be by now?

If not, you're probably not taking too much action. I find that many people will never take action toward their 'big' goals because they're afraid of making a mistake, looking foolish, being rejected, etc.

Today's article takes a look at how to start taking action, regardless of what's been holding you back.

Enjoy!

Your Success Mentor,

Jack Canfield, America's #1 Success Coach
Taking you from where you are to where you want to be

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Act to Create It
by Jack Canfield

If you want to live a dream life, not only must you decide what you want, turn your dream into measurable goals, break those goals down into specific action steps, and visualize and affirm your desired outcomes — you must start taking action!

I recommend making the commitment to do something every day in at least three different areas of your life that moves you in the direction of your goal.

If one of your goals is physical fitness, make a commitment to do some sort of exercise — aerobics, weight training, stretching — four to five times a week for a minimum of twenty minutes.

I read recently that if you simply go for a 30 minute walk four times a week, that would put you in the top 1% of those people getting physical exercise!

If your goal is financial independence, start saving and investing a portion of your income every month with no exceptions.

If your goal is to write a book, write for a minimum of one hour every day.

DON'T LET FEAR STOP YOU
Most people never get what they want because they let their fears stop them. They are afraid of making a mistake, looking foolish, getting ripped off, being rejected, being hurt, wasting their time, and feeling uncomfortable.

Fear is self-created by imagining catastrophic consequences that have yet to happen. It is all in your mind. In fact, you can actually scare yourself by imagining negative and harmful images. But simply stop the catastrophic thoughts and images, and the fear goes away.

REJECTION IS A MYTH
One of the biggest fears that stops people from asking for support, guidance, advice, money, a date, a job, the sale, or anything else is the fear of rejection.

In fact, it’s been known to literally paralyze people. They become tongue-tied and refuse to reach for the phone or get up and walk across the room. They break out in a sweat at the mere thought of asking for what they want.

I have come to realize that the whole concept of rejection is false — that rejection doesn’t really exist. Think about it for a moment. If you asked someone to join you for dinner, and they said no, you could tell yourself that you had been rejected. But think about it. Did you have anyone to eat dinner with before you asked them? No! Did you have anyone to eat dinner with after you asked them? No! Did your life really get worse? No. It stayed the same!

ACT AS IF
One of the secrets of success is to start acting like a success before you are one. Act as if.
If you had already achieved your dream, what kinds of clothes would you be wearing? How would you act? How would you treat others? Would you tithe a portion of your income to your church or favorite charities? Would you have more self-confidence? Would you take more time to spend with your loved ones?

I suggest that you begin to do those things now!

When I decided that I wanted to be an “international” consultant, I immediately went and applied for a passport, bought an international clock that told me what time it was anywhere in the world, printed business cards with the words “International Self-Esteem and Peak Performance Consultant,” and decided I would like to first go to Australia. I bought a poster of the Sydney Opera House and placed it on my refrigerator.

Within one month, I received an invitation to speak in Sydney and Brisbane. Since then, I have spoken and conducted trainings in over 30 countries and continue to expand my business around the globe.

Start acting as if you already have everything you want.

Most people think that if they have a lot of money, they could do the things they want to do, and they would be much happier. In fact, the reverse is true.

If you start by creating a state of happiness and abundance, then do the things you are inspired to do from that state of being, you will end up having all the things you ultimately desire.

BE, DO AND HAVE EVERYTHING YOU WANT... STARTING NOW!

Remember, the proper order of this is to start now and be who you want to BE, then DO the actions that go along with being that person, and soon you will find that you can easily HAVE everything you want in life--health, wealth and fulfilling relationships.

© 2009 Jack Canfield

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