(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Thinking about love is a wonderful thing. We would probably be better off if more of us thought and radiated loving thoughts more often. Ahh, but the power of action. Love demonstrated communicates so much more…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   So much of the time we find ourselves choosing between two outcomes. “If I’m to have that, I’ve got to give up having this.” This propensity to assume Or limits you. For a real breakthrough start…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   This seems a pretty obvious distinction since it’s clearly better to thrive than merely survive. The reason for visiting this distinction is because most people have a tendency to slip into survival mode from time to…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   A lot of successful people are driven, some even driven to accomplish great outcomes. They like being driven because it feels normal to them and they enjoy the results they’ve achieved. If you’re one of those…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   When you want to grow in some manner it’s useful to measure your progress so you can tell how you’re doing. Are you getting closer to what you want or further away? If closer, do more…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Gratification feels great. When you’re gratified it means you’re getting your needs met; things are working; you’re probably achieving your goals; your life pretty much works. To feel gratified is a nice outcome and one certainly…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Any of these sound familiar?… “Nobody likes a quitter.” “Quitters never win and Winners never quit.” “She’s just a quitter, you know.” (Said scornfully.) Quitting is rarely thought of in positive terms. It’s generally viewed as…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Goals are useful tools for having what you want. So, set goals, work toward them, enjoy achieving them. Set more goals. Goals are good. They’ll get you from here to there, but they tend to be…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Instead of assuming you need to pay for something consider these funding alternatives: – Get a strategic partner and share the costs – Get an equity investor (their money, your “sweat equity”) – Get a project…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   It’s natural from time to time to be concerned about something. When you’re concerned you think about the situation, perhaps heighten your awareness, and make plans for various contingencies. Concern is a useful tool of successful…