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Stepping Beyond Yourself
“Be yourself” is one of the most used phrases of advice in modern history. I remember when my adoptive mother lovingly spoke those same words of encouragement to me. Be yourself shows up in literature, poems, and popular song lyrics. It is the first step in accepting ones passions, dreams, strengths, and shortcomings. To be… Continue reading Stepping Beyond Yourself
Fly Up! And Self-Actualization
The invention of FlyUp! (for Fully Live Your Unlimited Potential) came shortly after we launched the Raise Your Umbrella school program. The all-inclusiveness of FlyUp! made it an even higher form of Raise Your Umbrella. Many people have heard of Abraham Maslow, who published his 1943 article entitled, A Theory of Human Motivation. The paper… Continue reading Fly Up! And Self-Actualization
To My Adoptive Mom
You understood that I was never searching for a mother. I always knew that special person was you. I know it was you that bandaged my wounded knees and packed my lunch for school. Your tight hugs and enduring encouragement made me the human I am today. By loving me first you taught me to… Continue reading To My Adoptive Mom
Fully Live Your Unlimited Potential. FLY UP!
FlyUp!™ Fully Live Your Unlimited Potential There are so many things that excite me, and sometimes I become enthralled in subjects in what many would call trivial. One day I became fixated on the word combination of "unlimited potential." It was such a positive expression, and seemed to summarize my belief in the awesome capabilities… Continue reading Fully Live Your Unlimited Potential. FLY UP!
What is Your Priority?
It is interesting how we choose our destinies. To an extent, I think we all understand that we have the power to steer our lives in the direction we want to go. I once remember complimenting the flattering biceps and impressive physique of a young man I hired for my jewelry store years ago. After… Continue reading What is Your Priority?
Avoid Looking Over Your Shoulder
We are all self-made. The people and objects that surround us are a direct consequence of the thoughts we have harbored in our minds. When I think of my world, I attribute it to concentrating on the present and the future instead of peering back at my misfortunes and mistakes. I try not to spend… Continue reading Avoid Looking Over Your Shoulder
Do Not Look Over Your Shoulder
Our lives are a miracle and a success story. The things and people that surround us are a direct consequence of the thoughts we have harbored in our minds. When I think of my own success, I attribute it to concentrating my attention on the present and the future instead of peering back at my… Continue reading Do Not Look Over Your Shoulder
Raise Your Umbrella
Career Day at MacArthur Fundamental School in Santa Ana, California. As my staff and I discovered the positive power of increasing a child's confidence and self- esteem from praising their academic accomplishment, the raising of the black and white umbrella became a symbol of this newfound awareness. Why Mom Deserves a Diamond, Inc. had to… Continue reading Raise Your Umbrella
Do you know how important you are?
Do you realize you are shaping the world at this moment? Everything you do and say creates ripples of energy throughout the universe. As soon as you wake, you have been assigned a tremendous responsibility. You may not realize it, but I am constantly being molded by your actions. When you hold an umbrella over… Continue reading Do you know how important you are?
Essence
We are all made from stars. We are mainly water, carbon, and a few other elements. But we are mysteriously unique from one another. Some of us are more creative, some more logical. Some of us are better at expressing words and concepts, others are better at numbers. Although we contain the same substance, it… Continue reading Essence
Know You are a Great Salesperson
There is a commonality among great salespeople: they jump at the chance to help customers! In order to be polite, they sometimes constrain themselves when a customer walks in to give another salesperson a chance. That is because the more skilled a salesperson is with his or her craft, the more excited they are about… Continue reading Know You are a Great Salesperson
What is Your Legacy?
What would you like to leave behind? How do you want others to remember you? Do you want to write a book? Do you want to master a musical instrument? Do you want to be the best in your profession? Think hard, but be careful. Wishes with desire and noble intentions come true! I'll share… Continue reading What is Your Legacy?