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Refusing to dwell in the world of discouraged thoughts and feelings is the same as opening the door to a new world without limits.
Just start working with who you are now!
In other words, do what’s in your power and refuse to be discouraged about anything else. Keep repeating this new action one step at a time until you’ve walked away from the whole false idea that there’s no further you can go!
Adapted from Guy Finley’s bestseller, The Essential Laws of Fearless Living, here are three special key lessons to help you strengthen and then actualize your wish to live in a world without limits:
- Any conversation you permit yourself to have with discouraging thoughts guarantees you’ll wind up with a good reason for feeling discouraged.
- When you know that what you’re looking for is what you already are — and not what you may become — you stand on the threshold of the limitless life.
- The universe itself is actually set up for you to succeed with realizing the limitless life, which means you are made for whatever happens to you!
This post was inspired by some blogger friends from Blog Catalog:
Jennasee - Writing to Survive
Transforming the painful past and the mundane present into a coherent story, one post at a time.
Interwoven through the stories of daily life are music, humor and gentle grace. Feelings of the moment & music of the moment.
Robin - Naked in Eden Blog
A philosophical and social commentary blog Robin Easton an author, speaker, environmentalist, musician, nature photographer and adventurer.
Marcueto - The Fearless Blog
This blog challenges its readers to be courageous and attempts to inspire, motivate and celebrate life, its challenges, obstacles and joys.
Victorine - Lord I want to be Whole
This is my personal journey to wellness and personal discovery. I hope to inspire others and give the gift of hope. I have overcome depression and have overcome much adversity. I am a survivor!
Ben - Ya-ttitude
Positive Attitude (Ya-ttitude™) for the 21st Century. There is something to be said for keeping it simple. We all know about all those self-help books out there. You will not find me on the “speaking circuit” or on the “best sellers” list. You will find me in one-on-one conversations or in a corporate sit-and-listen situation where I use my diverse background and often a few well-seasoned friend-experts to make positive changes in your company or your life.
There are at least two of my favourite blogs listed here, I must go and check out the others
Another good one is to try to start your day with the right attitude too, I do like your affirmations, so much of life is a decision.
Love it! I am trying to live this way, and just wrote a post a couple of days ago about what happens when we don’t…
Not sure if HTML works in your comments, but here is a link to that post… Instant Recognition
Hope that shows up right. I am reading on now…and will be back often. Glad you showed up on BlogCatalog!
Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the inspiring words and for the shout-out. It’s always good to remind ourselves that looking forward, thinking of what we can do, can push us to where we want to be. With love — Jennifer
That’s very good advice. Thanks for sharing. I haven’t read that book, but will have to buy it.
<3 thanks for the inspiring post - as always.
@Chrissy
Welcome. I hope you will enjoy visiting the other blogs you found linked here. It goes without saying that they are among my favorites. And you are right about starting the day with a good attitude. Glad you like the affirmations feel free to submit any that you like. Until we meet again stay well and be happy.
Hi Lindsay,
It’s nice to meet you I used the username link and found your posts. It’s a good one and you have a great blog. I’m sure you will enjoy visiting all the related blogs I’ve linked to. Ben’s blog has some really helpful practical posts on fearless living. Thanks for commenting and come again soon.
TT, Before I even scrolled down to see the blog mentions, I was nodding my head in silent agreement, whispering hallelujahs and smiling at the positivity in the posting. What an uplifting Monday morning message; especially for the tired and the weary who have an ongoing battle with day-to-day living. A great “shot in the arm” .And what a surprise it was to read further and see my blog included in your listing. Thank You! I am also absolutely thrilled to see many of the blogs I love mentioned also ( this would include yours, of course) . I am a current reader of each of them. BTW, love the pink header. (Wonder why?) - Nards
This was such an uplifting and inspiring post. I just want to say thanks for the straightforward great advice!
I forgot to say that I LOVE the new header on your site!
Hi Dear TT, I am VERY honored to be included with these remarkable people. If I were doing this list I would have to include another amazing blogger who has inspired so many with their courage, fearless outspokenness for the underdog, and beauty wisdom and soul….that would be a woman by the name of TimeThief. YES! YOU!
This post also reminded me how badly I want to get back to writing about the things I love most, facing fear and living life FULLY! As you know, I’ve been blogging about my trip to Chaco Canyon, which is wonderful and beautiful but I’ve missed my REAL passion…writing posts that inspire…not only others but myself as well. So it was good to see myself here in this light because it reinforced what I’ve been thinking about. I shall finish the last two post on Chaco and then I have some posts I’ve written on love and facing fear. How timely this post is for me. Thank you dear one. RainforestRobin
“Any conversation you permit yourself to have with discouraging thoughts guarantees you’ll wind up with a good reason for feeling discouraged.”
I’ve been dealing with this a lot lately. I know if I think and keep positive, I always feel so much better, but dang is it hard to do sometimes!
@Lana
You have been such an inspiration to me and I value our friendship very much.
@maria
I’m glad you liked the post. I do recommend the book to you. Also thanks for the header compliment. I don’t change them as frequently as I do my clothes but I get tired of seeing the same one after about 3 days.
@RainforestRobin
I’m loving your Chaco Canyon posts and I’m sure I will draw much wissdom from your upcoming posts on love and fearless living. Best wishes, my dear friend.
@Jamie
Sometimes my personality does a pendulum swing from one extreme to the other. When I restore balance again I recognize that I need to be more watchful. In the future I’m trying to focus on becoming more aware of the early signs that lead to a personality swing so I can rectify my balance more quickly. Thanks for reading my blog and for commenting. It’s much appreciated.
@Robin
Thanks so much for visiting and for commenting to. Please come again soon and put out the welcome mat for me over at your blog.
@Steve Rebooted
The book is worth reading and we haven’t visited each others blog for a long time. Thanks for visiting here and reminding me of that. I’ll see you very soon. All my best to you.
@Nards
Dear Nards I am so very happy that you choose to be my friend. I treasure that every day and in every way.
I knew the pink header would be on your approved list. I have a lavender one coming up soon that I’m pretty sure that you will like too and Jennifer will like too.
Keep on keeping on, dear one.
@Jennifer
I’m glad you like the post. I do recommend the book as it’s a worthy read. I love you too Jenn. Take good care and I’ll be seeing you soon.
Thanks much for this inspirational post. As I was reading I was thinking how grateful I am for your blog! You’ve listed some links that I’ll click because I trust your judgment.
Lydia
Yeah, sorry I haven’t been by, as of recent. Work has been overwhelming
@Lydia
Hi there,
I was just over visiting your blog and was taking in the wonderful poem you posted there. I’m sure that you will find the blogs I have linked to be worthy of a visit. Best wishes to you my friend.
Delightfully inspiring post! The book you mention sounds fascinating, so perhaps I will read it over the summer.
I am extremely honored and humbled by the mention for two reasons. First, you have recognized and found value in my work, and “your” mention alone honors me greatly. Secondly, you have included me amongst some incredibly special people that I have grown to care for and admire. May such messages of strength and determination stretch far and wide so that all may know how important it is to “seize the day!”
It “feels” good to scroll these pages and read. Thank you timethief.
@Lana
Thanks so much for honoring me with your friendship.
Good post! As Roosevelt said: “We have nothing to fear but fear itself.” Fear has been the problem with the US since 9/11. Many people are willing to give up liberties for a little security.
“They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.”
~ Ben Franklin
But it also applies to life. Those who are afraid to take chances will never achieve greatness.
@Ben Hoffman
Thanks and I sure do agree with you and Ben Franklin too.
I made a conscience decision a couple of years ago to not listen to the news or read the paper in the morning. I listen to music or to the birds waking up. This has really helped me start my day out on the right foot in a positive and energetic manner. When you start out your day with bad news from around the world that you can’t do anything about it sucks out your energy and keep fear in the front of your mind.
@AutoGirl
w00t! We are very much alike. I have not listened to news on a regular basis or purchased a newspaper for several years now. I wake up early to the sounds of bird song. Then after a light breakfast I walk either in the forest or on the beach and start my day with a smile on my face. When I arrive back home I make a cup of green tea and turn on lastfm. Then I post my daily affirmation and begin my working day with a positive mindset.
Thanks for reading my blog and for commenting. I hope you found it interesting enough so that you will return again. Best wishes for happy blogging.
Very interesting post. I enjoyed reading it, I will have to take a look around.
@Majik
Welcome and thanks for the visit and for the comment too.