One of the main goals in my work is to assist people in attaining what I call 'happy success' - a truly fulfilling life which is a combination of authentic happiness and really cool stuff.
While I rarely meet anyone who questions this being a worthwhile pursuit, most people seem to attempt to reach it backwards - that is, they pursue success in hopes that somewhere along the way they'll become happy.
Here, however, is how two life masters of very different generations explained 'the syntax of happy success':
'Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.
If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.'
-Albert Schweitzer
'Seek ye first the kingdom of heaven, then all things shall be given unto you.'
-Jesus of Nazareth
In other words:
If you're doing things in order to be happy,
you're doing them in the wrong order!
There are only two things to do on the path of happy success:
1.Whenever you are feeling happy and well and cared for in yourself, let your desire be your compass and follow your wanting.
2. Whenever you are feeling sad, angry, fearful, numb, or even just a bit 'out of sorts', prioritize your own sense of peace/love/happiness until you are feeling well and truly cared for in yourself.
When you make happiness your number one priority and allow yourself to follow your 'happy wanting' (what you still want when you're already happy), success is not only more likely, attaining it is much more fun. And when you prioritize peace *before* going for what you want, you open yourself up to getting the best of both worlds - peace of mind and a nice piece of real estate overlooking the ocean!
Here are two simple experiments you can do to experience more 'happy success' for yourself...
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Today's Experiment:
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Part One - Happy Success
(This experiment is taken from my bestselling book, 'You Can Have What You Want'. To learn more, see the 'Want to Learn Even More?' section at the end of this tip!)
1. Imagine you're out near the end of your life. In your mind, notice a future you, looking happy and content. What is it about that person that lets you know they are happy and content?
2. Go say hello! Ask them what it is they have done with their life to make them feel so good. What were the key actions, attitudes, choices and accomplishments that led to it being a wonderful life?
3. Before you go, be sure to ask for at least one piece of advice they could offer you with the benefit of hindsight. Don't forget to thank them for their time!
4. Based on what you've learned, what does 'happy success' mean to you? (If you're willing to share your definition, please post it to the MNCT/Radio Show forum at http://www.geniuscatalyst.com/forums/index.php)
Part Two - Happy Wanting
1. Take a few moments to cultivate your own well-being. Breathe deep into your heart and think a happy thought - something that brings a smile to your face and a warm fuzzy feeling into your body.
2. When you are feeling wonderful, ask yourself 'what would I love to do right now?' If at all possible, do it!
Have fun, learn heaps, be happy, and follow your wanting all the way to the life of your dreams!
With love,
michael