It may be possible to divide the world into those who do and don’t believe in The Secret. Starting with my marriage, we fall into the two different camps. I believe that if you can conceive and believe it–it being anything you want in your life, you can achieve it. Thank you, Earl Nightingale.
My husband sits squarely on the non-believing side. However, he does hear me out every once in a while. I’ve explained the concept of carrying around your goals, in writing, with you on a daily basis. That act alone has made enormous differences for me personally as I continue to meet my goals.
So this morning, after having had many frustrating outings on the golf course, he asked me again about this “thing” I do. I said, “Why don’t you write on a piece of paper, ‘I am a scratch golfer.’ and carry it around for the next 30 days?”
Clearly that was not going to happen. He said, “Why don’t you carry it around for me?!”
It doesn’t work that way.
I believe that doing the work of fulfilling your life’s goals and purpose is a radical act filled with scary moments–What if I actually get what I want?! He didn’t pursue the conversation any further.
Being aware of The Secret, for me, it’s the only way.


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June 14, 2008 at 3:38 pm
Miriam Salpeter
How classic – being asked to carry another’s goals around…Made me laugh out loud!
When I help clients with their job hunts, I emphasize the importance of goal setting. Research shows the power of positive thinking on the job hunt. I’ve never encouraged clients to actually carry their goals around in writing…I’m going to add that to my suggestions going forward.
Thanks for the reminder!
Miriam Salpeter
Keppie Careers
June 15, 2008 at 8:09 am
janepollak
@Miriam
Let me know how that works. I’m visualizing their job hunt process exponentially hastened. Thank you for commenting.
July 16, 2008 at 12:20 am
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