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Serial Entrepreneur Newsletter
Don't Look To Blame
July 31, 2010~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Dear Edward,Well, here we are, the eighth month of the year, Summer is almost gone and Fall and Winter is almost here. I read material and listen to individuals every day and I must say that most of it proves my belief that 50% of life is Attitude and the other 50% is... ATTITUDE. The only difference between the people I meet where things are good and the ones where things are slow is where it's slow, those people choose to participate and accept that it is the times. No question times are different and yes, you may have to work harder or use a different method, but the business and good life is out there. I do training all the time and the ones with an open mind reap the rewards. There is more prosperity out there today than there was a year ago... the reason... most people are participating in the downturn and are not going after it.
Thanks again for letting me share this part of your life,
Ed
Don't Blame Your Ego
by: Edward V Ellis. Sr.
by: Edward V Ellis. Sr.
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Many of today's most prominent personal development teachers are encouraging people to set their egos aside, to ignore directives from the ego, and to pummel their ego into submission.
But perhaps it's time we stopped all this ego-bashing. What if we ceased looking at our ego as a force to be reckoned with or as a contrarian who's constantly tripping us up? Then we can begin to see a different perspective.
You might consider that your ego is serving you perfectly, in every moment.
Your ego is keeping you safe and protected (and doing a darn near perfect job, without getting an ounce of appreciation or credit for all its hard work).
Truthfully, we cannot cut out or cut off our ego, any more than we could remove our brain. Our ego is a part of us - a very vital, very beautiful, very important, very necessary part of us.
The ego's job is to keep you safe and protected at all times. Even when the ego appears to interfere and cause us pain, it can be likened to "tough love," causing us a small amount of pain in order to avoid a greater amount of suffering.
When you can begin to embrace the unique nature of the ego (as well as its awesome power), and when you can actually begin to love that part of you, then you know you are on the path of true self-love.
Creating a partnership with your ego can eliminate much of the unpleasantness you've experienced with ego in the past. Once you understand its unique perspective and it's dedication and commitment to protecting you, you can harness the power of the ego to get what you want (instead of tripping yourself up and getting in your own way).
In most cases, people are internally fighting with their ego. But what if you took the perspective of unity?
What if you saw your ego as a vital and hardworking part of you?
And what if you realized that it really is a part of you - and it's serving you perfectly in every moment?
And what if instead of trying to dominate it, or even negotiate with it, you focused on connecting with your ego?
In connecting, you can ask questions and gain valuable insights. You can discover what's important to your ego, and what it stands for, and what it needs in order to feel safe and secure.
Now from THAT perspective, you can create a true win-win scenario (and who doesn't love those?)
As you build this partnership, keeping up your end of the bargain, your ego will learn to trust you, to let down its defenses, and to become more open to your suggestions (because it feels safe, and doesn't feel as though it has to fight against you in order to keep you safe).
But you don't have to take my word for any of this. Why not try it and see for yourself?
But perhaps it's time we stopped all this ego-bashing. What if we ceased looking at our ego as a force to be reckoned with or as a contrarian who's constantly tripping us up? Then we can begin to see a different perspective.
You might consider that your ego is serving you perfectly, in every moment.
Your ego is keeping you safe and protected (and doing a darn near perfect job, without getting an ounce of appreciation or credit for all its hard work).
Truthfully, we cannot cut out or cut off our ego, any more than we could remove our brain. Our ego is a part of us - a very vital, very beautiful, very important, very necessary part of us.
The ego's job is to keep you safe and protected at all times. Even when the ego appears to interfere and cause us pain, it can be likened to "tough love," causing us a small amount of pain in order to avoid a greater amount of suffering.
When you can begin to embrace the unique nature of the ego (as well as its awesome power), and when you can actually begin to love that part of you, then you know you are on the path of true self-love.
Creating a partnership with your ego can eliminate much of the unpleasantness you've experienced with ego in the past. Once you understand its unique perspective and it's dedication and commitment to protecting you, you can harness the power of the ego to get what you want (instead of tripping yourself up and getting in your own way).
In most cases, people are internally fighting with their ego. But what if you took the perspective of unity?
What if you saw your ego as a vital and hardworking part of you?
And what if you realized that it really is a part of you - and it's serving you perfectly in every moment?
And what if instead of trying to dominate it, or even negotiate with it, you focused on connecting with your ego?
In connecting, you can ask questions and gain valuable insights. You can discover what's important to your ego, and what it stands for, and what it needs in order to feel safe and secure.
Now from THAT perspective, you can create a true win-win scenario (and who doesn't love those?)
As you build this partnership, keeping up your end of the bargain, your ego will learn to trust you, to let down its defenses, and to become more open to your suggestions (because it feels safe, and doesn't feel as though it has to fight against you in order to keep you safe).
But you don't have to take my word for any of this. Why not try it and see for yourself?
A Life of Quotes
by: Edward V Ellis, Sr.
by: Edward V Ellis, Sr.
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In clicking on Facebook, Twitter and various internet sites I sometimes encounter quotes on life that have an inspirational value and is moving. Upon reading these quotations, I am somewhat encouraged to live our lives to the fullest and in a positive way. Normally, these quotations are made from the famous philosophers and famous icons. But all of us are entitled to create an inspirational quote. Experiences we come across can make us inspired and motivated to translate it into a quote so that you can further move the minds and share your happiness to others.
Albert Einstein, a German born Swiss-American Physicist is also a philosopher and is known to be the most intellectuals and influential scientists of all time. His influential quotes not only state an inspiration but also open your eyes to reality and facts of life.
Here are some famous quotes no life from him:
· "There are two ways to live: you can live as if nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle."
· "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning."
· "Once we accept our limits, we go beyond them."
· "Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile."
Mahatma Gandhi born in 1869 was a spiritual leader in India and was honored as the Father of the Nation. Non-violence was his main goal for the people in India and has made many inspirational speeches and movements that halted and stopped the civil war in India.
Here are some inspirational quotes from him:
· "Be the change you want to see in the world."
· "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others."
· "You may never know what results come of your action, but if you do nothing there will be no result." (My Favorite)
· "Whenever you are confronted with an opponent. Conquer him with love."
John F Kennedy or JFK in short was the 35th president of the United States of America. He was the youngest elected president and also the youngest to die as he was assassinated at a parade. He was an inspirational president as he wished for America and the world to have equality in human rights.
· "Ask not what your country can do for you; but ask what you can for your country."
· "Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men."
· "Once you say you're going to settle for second, that's what happens to your life."
· "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
Mark Twain was an American author famous for his novel the Adventures of Huckleberry Fin and the Adventures of Tom Sawyer, this man was praised as the "greatest American Humorist for his age." Although noted for his humor, he has also said many humoristic yet inspirational quotes on life.
· "When you fish for love, bait you heart, not your brain."
· "Human race has only one really effective weapon and that is laughter."
· "It's not the size of the dog in the fight; it's the size of the fight in the dog."
· "To succeed in your life, you need two things: ignorance and confidence."
Albert Einstein, a German born Swiss-American Physicist is also a philosopher and is known to be the most intellectuals and influential scientists of all time. His influential quotes not only state an inspiration but also open your eyes to reality and facts of life.
Here are some famous quotes no life from him:
· "There are two ways to live: you can live as if nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle."
· "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning."
· "Once we accept our limits, we go beyond them."
· "Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile."
Mahatma Gandhi born in 1869 was a spiritual leader in India and was honored as the Father of the Nation. Non-violence was his main goal for the people in India and has made many inspirational speeches and movements that halted and stopped the civil war in India.
Here are some inspirational quotes from him:
· "Be the change you want to see in the world."
· "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others."
· "You may never know what results come of your action, but if you do nothing there will be no result." (My Favorite)
· "Whenever you are confronted with an opponent. Conquer him with love."
John F Kennedy or JFK in short was the 35th president of the United States of America. He was the youngest elected president and also the youngest to die as he was assassinated at a parade. He was an inspirational president as he wished for America and the world to have equality in human rights.
· "Ask not what your country can do for you; but ask what you can for your country."
· "Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men."
· "Once you say you're going to settle for second, that's what happens to your life."
· "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
Mark Twain was an American author famous for his novel the Adventures of Huckleberry Fin and the Adventures of Tom Sawyer, this man was praised as the "greatest American Humorist for his age." Although noted for his humor, he has also said many humoristic yet inspirational quotes on life.
· "When you fish for love, bait you heart, not your brain."
· "Human race has only one really effective weapon and that is laughter."
· "It's not the size of the dog in the fight; it's the size of the fight in the dog."
· "To succeed in your life, you need two things: ignorance and confidence."
Summer Beach Read
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Looking for a great summer beach read, this is it. Could not put it down, also purchased the audio version. Controversial... no question, but it is a nice escape and gives us thoughts to ponder. Enjoy the summer.What will you learn... who knows, but it may awaken your thought process.
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