The Test

I believe that money follows value. I believe that in a free society we are rewarded in accordance to the value we offer the marketplace (aka the people)

I am reminded of a classic recording called The Strangest Secret In the World by Earl Nightingale.

Worth the listen, we can find it here

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-8448018326921957619

I always felt I didn't have success because I hadn't done enough things right in my life. 

@dersanz Thanks 4 the love!

My initial response to "does success rest on a moral foundation or an immoral one?" was to scratch my noggin and say, 'neither'.   Success and morality don't seem to me to be connected at all.  Hmmm, I must be missing something here.  Will have to mull on this one.

That´s a very good post - for me - to get to the point that I do self-sabotage myself, but rather - indirectly.

As a natural logic thinking person who goes with Black or White, Yes or No, 0 or 1: I tend to set-up an "opposite" of what I want to reach.

To me it never bothered me but I do realize NOW that it does sabotage my energy & strong will.

It´s like, I" want to reach this" (and I really DO want to go for it)

-- but when I sat up the opposite, which automatically pops up in my mind, which could be: "..... and if you don´t get there in 5 or 8 years - you rather die. Just leave". 

There we go: White & Black. as if I need a stop, a negative reward.

I offer mysefl no grey-zone. I never did.

I reached a lot but now I get out of energy, a bit.... any other logic person here who does the "same"??

I struggle with this concept within regards to my weight. I come from a family where my mom and siblings are obese. At 5'9" and weighing 160 lbs may seem fine for some. However, I work out daily, love eating fresh fruits and veggies, run half marathons-yet every time my weight thinks of hitting below the 160 mark i sabotage myself. It seems like some inner part of me is screaming, "Nooooo, if you get any thinner you will be a slut and sinner!" You would think with my intelligence, I would know better (I’m a psychologist!)  but this belief is so deeply ingrained in me that it does seem to dictate my behavior. For today, out comes the rubber band. When I think negative thoughts around my body, I will give a little snap and say, "I am doing God’s will by surrendering access weight”.

@pinks_web @ljhsolution @randy_gage Thank's for the RT! Much appreciated :)

@danielmwhited Thanks dude!

That is a very quick and basic test but it is a very valid point and a good question to bring to everyone's attention

Chillaxing - browsing the farmer's market on Saturday, lunch at La Cigalle.......... and if the weather holds, possibly out to Muriwai too.

It is very hard for people to be honest with themselves or look hard enough to find their weakness's. That's called normal. I'm not normal. I'm actually kind of wierd and I think most successful people are since you break away from normal beliefs to get there. If you are not willing to look at yourself, take inventory and be honest about where you are and how you think, you will not break through to success.  There are always going to be people who tell you, " you can't do this, if this were true everyone would do it, it's just another scam. That's how the majority thinks and that's why they are where they are, trying to avoid losing instead of achieve success. If your foundation sucks, your building will too. Give yourself a attaboy!!! for following Randy or anyone who doesn't follow the herd. Then look at yourself and decide, Do I want to keep doing what I am doing and getting what I am getting? or do  I want more.  Once you start indentifying what is holding you back, you can fix it. Or you can decide to be like most people and stick your head in the sand, get yourself busy with texting, emailing, running here and there and getting no where. Nothing will change until you decide to change. I pray you do. Life sucks when you are broke and broken. You know how that feels so choose to change, one baby step at a time and hang with people like Randy and others who can help you to get up the next step till you get to the top.

Thanks Randy!

The truth uttered is a lie - he said Lao-Tzu

Tell me - and I'll forget, show me - and I remember, let me act - and I understand. Ancient Chinese wisdom

For the big success is a great idea. Inviting to the great success we can not guarantee anything. We must believe in yourself and know what price you're willing to pay for success, to be honest, even if the truth is bitter. Treat failure as experience.

Wow! Thank you Randy. I guess that is where I need to start. I'm curious about what other questions are on the test? 

as John Assaraf  says:  there is a simple way to know what are your deepest beliefs about success: chek  your bank account balance!

If I am not healthy, successful, and happy, how can I possibly help other people?How can I do good for the world, my friends, and my family?Question: Has anyone serialized a novel on Nook or Kindle before or know of any case studies?I'm working on rewriting a novel in chunks and will have a track or two to go with each chapter/chunk related to the plot, characters, events, and location. I know that I can do a lot on my own, but there are lot of people who read Randy's blog who have had difference experiences and backgrounds.Your perspective and any assistance you may provide would be appreciated greatly. 

What i dont understand, is how i can change this "theory".. or mind virus in my subconscious mind? What are the suggestions, or so -called "exercises" for leave all them behind?

Because beleive me, i have realized all, i made opposite statements, i have played a drama -pedagogy play.. and it is still there.

I would be glad to read any suggestions, from anybody please.

Thank you,

Elisabeth

I'm going to say no to people and situations that don't serve me.I don't have to do everything other people want and be around people who are OK with thinking small, and belittle doing something worthwhile and empowering.Tired of the "hard work" and suffering mindset far too many people have. I doubt Randy or Bill Gates or Lady Gaga worked millions of times harder or suffering more than someone who works at Wal-mart. I also doubt that any of those people are a million times smarter or more talented.Yes, there are brilliant people at levels, but I am more inclined to think that most of the population is capable of a lot more than poverty or middle class status.People just believe the crap they're fed.Sorry, I don't take the advice of unhealthy broke people very well any more. I am estranged from friends and family who worship what they see on TV or what someone else tells them.It's hard, but I know I'll find good people one day.A lot of people are either circling the drain, or barely breaking even. The New Economy is one of creativity, connection and entrepreneurship. The old, work until you die, or sell to the neighbors economy is long gone, never to return.If you're only making a middle class salary or a less a year, fat, addicted to something (alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, fast food, and hate your life, I'm going to ignore you.Everyone who is here obviously has or is moving away from that. I am grateful. 

I am learning that it's all about our mindset, Randy. We must first know that we're indeed worthy to have success. I'd say on a scale of 1 - 100; I'm getting around to about a 90. I still have my days of doubt, but when they show up; I eliminate them as quickly as possible. Some of those thoughts have been so ingrained for so long, that they tend to slip through from time to time. However, that's not happening nearly as much as it used too. For that, I'm grateful. I do not, however, feel I have to lay down my values or my character to obtain success. I actually believe that when we hold dearly to them, we're more likely to get there quicker. Our blessings tend to flow when we hold on to doing right by ourselves and others. 

I used to be in the camp of the dark side, but a few years of study and re-programming, much of it through this blog, your books, as well as others (As A Man Thinketh for sure!), changed all that! And not a moment too soon! I figure 40 years of silliness and lack thinking is just about enough. Lol. -Sean

I think I score a 83.... LOL