If you constantly find yourself avoiding getting your work done, even when it is due the next day, you are probably procrastinating. If you find yourself doing so consistently for more than a month, congratulations, you are a chronic procrastinator.
Procrastinating is a bad habit to fall into, and once you're in a habit it is quite difficult to break out of it.
Fortunately, it is possible to stop procrastinating with a lot of determination and perseverance. If you have already recognized your problem and are taking positive action to overcoming it, then we have 3 great tips below to help make your journey easier.
Tip #1: Take Small Steps Rome was not built in a day, and neither was the Great Wall of China. Sometimes, you may find your work too daunting or challenging and you are clueless as to where to start. Remind yourself to take small steps, as each small step makes up the bigger picture. It will also help you to plan out your work schedule, and make the work seem a lot more manageable and less threatening.
Similarly, even for tasks which you think are very straightforward, it is a good idea to break it down into small and manageable steps.
This will help you in your time management, and is a good practice to line up the work that you need to do.
Tip #2: Positive Mindset One of the greatest blocks to overcoming procrastination is your negative mindset. Your subconscious mind is a powerful tool, and by thinking positive thoughts you will be able to overcome the habit of procrastinating.
Tell yourself that you can do it, and that you choose to do it. Be positive and open minded about the task, and eliminate the negative thoughts that tell you that you are not good enough.
Tip #3: Do not Procrastinatethat’s right, do not procrastinate dealing with your procrastination problem. It is very easy to fall back down the slope and tell yourself that you will face up to the issue... tomorrow.
Tomorrow is never good enough, because there will always be another tomorrow.
Make every day count, and do not delay taking action to deal with your bad habit.
These 3 tips are the common road bumps that procrastinators face when trying to rid themselves of the bad habit. Remember that you need to persevere and be determined in order to make progress.
Just like your bad habit that took time to build up, it will require some amount of time as well to over come it. It is important that you seize the day and start now.
Aha, I have just mentioned the greatest destroyer of destinies “Procrastination” If you are not careful, procrastination will stop you in your quest for success and the best way I have found to deal with it is by shouting to myself, do it now, do it now, and I tell you, it works for me all the time.
It will surely work for you. Try saying it to yourself anytime you feel like postponing work on a chore you must do, you'll be glad you did.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Living the Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
What Is Success?
“Success in life could be defined as the continued expansion of happinessand the progressive realization of worthy goals.
Success is the ability to fulfill your desires with effortless ease.”- Deepak Chopra
Success is a topic I’ve spent many hours pondering and I’ve come to realize that it is so much more than just material wealth. Material wealth is only a small portion of your collective success potential.
It is an experience as part of our journey as spiritual beings and yes, material wealth may make this journey more comfortable, but let’s not neglect the other dimensions of success: the success of sound physical health, fulfilling relationships, meaningful friendships, joy of self-expression, freedom from fear, the capacity to understand people and self-mastery.
Here are the seven laws along with an example application
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
1. The Law of Pure Potentiality
2. The Law of Giving
3. The Law of Cause and Effect
4. The Law of Least Effort
5. The Law of Intention and Desire
6. The Law of Detachment
7. The Law of Purpose in Life
1. The Law of Pure Potentiality
“The source of all creation is pureconsciousness… pure potentiality seeking expression fromthe unmanifest to the manifest.
And when we realize that ourtrue Self is one of pure potentiality,we align with the power that manifests everything in the universe.“
Example Application:
‘I will practice non-judgment. I will begin my day with the statement, “Today, I shall judge nothing that occurs,” and throughout the day I will remind myself not to judge.’
2. The Law of Giving
“The universe operates through dynamic exchange…giving and receiving are different aspects ofthe flow of energy in the universe.
And in our willingness to give that which we seek,we keep the abundance ofthe universe circulating in our lives.“
Example Application:
‘Wherever I go, and whoever I encounter, I will bring them a gift. The gift may be a compliment, a flower, or a prayer. Today, I will give something to everyone I come into contact with, and so I will begin the process of circulating joy, wealth and affluence in my life and in the lives of others.’
‘I will make a commitment to keep wealth circulating in my life by giving and receiving life’s most precious gifts: the gifts of caring, affection, appreciation, and love. Each time I meet someone, I will silently wish them happiness, joy, and laughter.’
3. The Law of Cause and Effect
“Every action generates a force of energythat returns to us in like kind . . .what we sow is what we reap.
And when we choose actions that bring happiness and success to others,the fruit of our karma is happiness and success.”
Example Application:
‘Whenever I make a choice, I will ask myself two questions: “What are the consequences of this choice that I’m making?” and “Will this choice bring fulfillment and happiness to me and also to those who are affected by this choice?”‘
4. The Law of Least Effort
“Nature’s intelligence functions with effortless ease . . .with care freeness, harmony, and love.
And when we harness the forces of harmony, joy, and love,we create success and good fortune with effortless ease.“
Example Application:
‘I will practice acceptance. Today I will accept people, situations, circumstances, and events as they occur. I will know that this moment is as it should be, because the whole universe is as it should be. I will not struggle against the whole universe by struggling against this moment. My acceptance is total and complete. I accept things as they are this moment, not as I wish they were.’
‘Today my awareness will remain established in Defenselessness. I will relinquish the need to defend my point of view. I will feel no need to convince or persuade others to accept my point of view. I will remain open to all points of view and not be rigidly attached to any one of them.’
5. The Law of Intention and Desire
“Inherent in every intention and desire is the mechanics for its fulfillment . . .Intention and desire in the field of pure potentialityhave infinite organizing power.
And when we introduce an intention inthe fertile ground of pure potentiality,we put this infinite organizing power to work for us.“
Example Application:
“I will make a list of all my desires. I will carry this list with me wherever I go. I will look at this list before I go into my silence and meditation. I will look at it before I go to sleep at night. I will look at it when I wake up in the morning.”
6. The Law of Detachment
“In detachment lies the wisdom of uncertainty . . .in the wisdom of uncertainty list the freedomfrom our past, from the known,which is the prison of past conditioning.
And in our willingness to step into theunknown, the field of all possibilities,we surrender ourselves to the creative mindthat orchestrates the dance of the universe.“
Example Application:
“Today I will commit myself to detachment. I will allow myself and those around me the freedom to be as they are. I will not rigidly impose my idea of how things should be. I will not force solutions on problems, thereby creating new problems. I will participate in everything with detachment involvement.”
I will participate in everything with detachment involvement.”
7. The Law of Purpose in Life
“Everyone has a purpose in life . . . a uniquegift or special talent to give to others.
And when we blend this unique talent with service to others,we experience the ecstasy and exultation of our own spirit,which is the ultimate goal of all goals.“
One will always find life in his/her favor when you find out your purpose in life
Example Application:
‘I will make a list of my unique talents. Then I will list all the things that I love to do while expressing my unique talents. When I express my unique talents and use them in the service of humanity, I lose track of time and create abundance in my life as well in the lives of others.’
‘I will ask myself daily, “How can I serve?” and “How can I help?” The answers to these questions will allow me to help and serve my fellow human beings with love.’
Taking from In Deepak Chopra’s book, “The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success“, he gives us a spiritual look at success. You can have an extensive look at each law in his book, which goes into extensive detail.
“Success in life could be defined as the continued expansion of happinessand the progressive realization of worthy goals.
Success is the ability to fulfill your desires with effortless ease.”- Deepak Chopra
Success is a topic I’ve spent many hours pondering and I’ve come to realize that it is so much more than just material wealth. Material wealth is only a small portion of your collective success potential.
It is an experience as part of our journey as spiritual beings and yes, material wealth may make this journey more comfortable, but let’s not neglect the other dimensions of success: the success of sound physical health, fulfilling relationships, meaningful friendships, joy of self-expression, freedom from fear, the capacity to understand people and self-mastery.
Here are the seven laws along with an example application
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
1. The Law of Pure Potentiality
2. The Law of Giving
3. The Law of Cause and Effect
4. The Law of Least Effort
5. The Law of Intention and Desire
6. The Law of Detachment
7. The Law of Purpose in Life
1. The Law of Pure Potentiality
“The source of all creation is pureconsciousness… pure potentiality seeking expression fromthe unmanifest to the manifest.
And when we realize that ourtrue Self is one of pure potentiality,we align with the power that manifests everything in the universe.“
Example Application:
‘I will practice non-judgment. I will begin my day with the statement, “Today, I shall judge nothing that occurs,” and throughout the day I will remind myself not to judge.’
2. The Law of Giving
“The universe operates through dynamic exchange…giving and receiving are different aspects ofthe flow of energy in the universe.
And in our willingness to give that which we seek,we keep the abundance ofthe universe circulating in our lives.“
Example Application:
‘Wherever I go, and whoever I encounter, I will bring them a gift. The gift may be a compliment, a flower, or a prayer. Today, I will give something to everyone I come into contact with, and so I will begin the process of circulating joy, wealth and affluence in my life and in the lives of others.’
‘I will make a commitment to keep wealth circulating in my life by giving and receiving life’s most precious gifts: the gifts of caring, affection, appreciation, and love. Each time I meet someone, I will silently wish them happiness, joy, and laughter.’
3. The Law of Cause and Effect
“Every action generates a force of energythat returns to us in like kind . . .what we sow is what we reap.
And when we choose actions that bring happiness and success to others,the fruit of our karma is happiness and success.”
Example Application:
‘Whenever I make a choice, I will ask myself two questions: “What are the consequences of this choice that I’m making?” and “Will this choice bring fulfillment and happiness to me and also to those who are affected by this choice?”‘
4. The Law of Least Effort
“Nature’s intelligence functions with effortless ease . . .with care freeness, harmony, and love.
And when we harness the forces of harmony, joy, and love,we create success and good fortune with effortless ease.“
Example Application:
‘I will practice acceptance. Today I will accept people, situations, circumstances, and events as they occur. I will know that this moment is as it should be, because the whole universe is as it should be. I will not struggle against the whole universe by struggling against this moment. My acceptance is total and complete. I accept things as they are this moment, not as I wish they were.’
‘Today my awareness will remain established in Defenselessness. I will relinquish the need to defend my point of view. I will feel no need to convince or persuade others to accept my point of view. I will remain open to all points of view and not be rigidly attached to any one of them.’
5. The Law of Intention and Desire
“Inherent in every intention and desire is the mechanics for its fulfillment . . .Intention and desire in the field of pure potentialityhave infinite organizing power.
And when we introduce an intention inthe fertile ground of pure potentiality,we put this infinite organizing power to work for us.“
Example Application:
“I will make a list of all my desires. I will carry this list with me wherever I go. I will look at this list before I go into my silence and meditation. I will look at it before I go to sleep at night. I will look at it when I wake up in the morning.”
6. The Law of Detachment
“In detachment lies the wisdom of uncertainty . . .in the wisdom of uncertainty list the freedomfrom our past, from the known,which is the prison of past conditioning.
And in our willingness to step into theunknown, the field of all possibilities,we surrender ourselves to the creative mindthat orchestrates the dance of the universe.“
Example Application:
“Today I will commit myself to detachment. I will allow myself and those around me the freedom to be as they are. I will not rigidly impose my idea of how things should be. I will not force solutions on problems, thereby creating new problems. I will participate in everything with detachment involvement.”
I will participate in everything with detachment involvement.”
7. The Law of Purpose in Life
“Everyone has a purpose in life . . . a uniquegift or special talent to give to others.
And when we blend this unique talent with service to others,we experience the ecstasy and exultation of our own spirit,which is the ultimate goal of all goals.“
One will always find life in his/her favor when you find out your purpose in life
Example Application:
‘I will make a list of my unique talents. Then I will list all the things that I love to do while expressing my unique talents. When I express my unique talents and use them in the service of humanity, I lose track of time and create abundance in my life as well in the lives of others.’
‘I will ask myself daily, “How can I serve?” and “How can I help?” The answers to these questions will allow me to help and serve my fellow human beings with love.’
Taking from In Deepak Chopra’s book, “The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success“, he gives us a spiritual look at success. You can have an extensive look at each law in his book, which goes into extensive detail.
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