Everything that happens to you is a reflection of what you believe about yourself. We cannot outperform our level of self-esteem. We cannot draw to ourselves more than we think we are worth. (Iyanla Vanzant)
If you are an individual seeking to find a meaning and a higher purpose in your life holistically, including how you live, how you eat, how you work, how you sleep, how you spend your time, with whom you spend your time – alone the fact that you consider these as an integral part of your success and well-being in life rather than rushing through the days trying to fit into an environment and society that is constantly trying to change you, and turn you into something that makes you question whether you are simply fulfilling the requirements set by others, may be a sign of the fact that you in fact are developing authentic and truthful leadership skills in yourself.
To be yourself, and to do what you truly love, in a world that is constantly trying to change you into something else, is the greatest accomplishment, and the greatest gift you can give yourself & the world around you (Modified quote, originally by Ralph Waldo Emerson)
Tapping into our true leadership potentials and developing into human beings with higher consciousness and spirituality does not always require going through difficulties, although all spiritual leadership and the willingness to seek a higher purpose in life does always come with maturity, regardless of physical age. We all have deep spiritual wisdom within us, ready and available to be unlocked when the time and circumstances are right. I remember a few years back reading “The Art of Choosing”, written by Sheena Iyengar, an excellent read where a blind, highly intellectual woman taps into the world of the art of making choices in life. Both her best-selling book, her story, her determination to succeed despite of her inability to see helped me realize how important it is for us to believe in ourselves despite of the fact that none of us is perfect. If a blind woman can write and publish a best-selling book, it is a miracle and expresses the true potential available within each one of us.
We can all tap into our leadership potentials and becoming the best possible versions of ourselves despite of our deficiencies and weaknesses by taking important and necessary steps in our self-actualization and in developing our consciousness through authentic, game-changing steps.
Tap into your full leadership potential by always valuing your individuality and by respecting yourself.
Authentic, genuine leaders always come with a self-worth, allowing for them to value other individuals as well. Despite of possible external “faults”, differences, or in ways of thinking. Every single individual and human being does have a genius within them, the potential to grow into a leader with humanity and character, when developed and guided in a righteous manner. Only leaders who value and respect themselves are capable of behaving in a similar manner in communication with other people.
Tap into your full leadership potential by becoming not only a role model, but also a light worker in your environment, and in society.
Spiritual leadership, being a role model and a light worker requires for an individual to be capable of expressing Universal love, having faith in eternity, believing in Universal Spiritual Laws, Karma, Spiritual enlightenment, spiritual awakening, being of service to others and to humanity in general, leading through positive example, philanthropy, charity, self-sacrifice, selflessness, having a destiny with a deep soul-purpose and a mission in life, being generous, having a higher perspective upon life and things in general, romance, inner-strength, responsibility in all actions, intuition, strength of character, creativity, sensitivity, loyalty (towards oneself first!), discretion, brilliance, problem-solving, inner-wisdom, freedom, idealism, altruism and benevolence, empathy, compassion, developing artistic skills and becoming an artistic genius, seeing things from a wider perspective, a love for communication and influence, being capable of forgiving, mysticism, optimism and Divine Wisdom, among a number of other attributes and qualities.
If you do recognize some, or many of these traits and emotions in your personal behavior, feelings, and life, you are most probably on the path of tapping into becoming the leader that you ought to be, and a leader marked by inner wisdom and greatness.
Tap into your full leadership potential by listening to both your intuition, but also your logic, rational mind.
All great leaders know how to lead from within, from their hearts, but also by the capability of staying grounded and learning how to combine their feelings with their rational minds. To tap into your greatest leadership potential and to develop these qualities within yourself, you must let go of the need to control everything, and rather focus upon the fact that true happiness comes from the ability to realize that you do not need to possess much, but rather from being attached to little. Only leaders who know that everything is Universal, yet that nothing belongs to them, are capable of manifesting everything they ever wish for in their lives, creating abundance for themselves but also for people surrounding them.
Sheena Iyengar: Fate, chance, or choice:
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“Problems cannot be solved at the same level of awareness that created them.”
(Albert Einstein)
We live in a world filled with problems needing solutions. The problem with solving all those problems is that while we are busy solving them, usually we create new problems at the same time. Then we blame whatever we can, and easily make other people or circumstances scapegoats, thus using simple defense mechanisms, instead of looking in the mirror, taking a deep breath, and seeing where the actual problem is. Yes, so it is. Think about a world where every single individual would be willing to take the responsibility of finding fault in themselves rather than pointing a finger on other people, or circumstances. This is an important key in regards with many aspects of our lives – being strong enough to see ourselves as the troublemakers. Or, not necessarily troublemakers, but as the keys to actual improvements both in our personal lives and in our surrounding.
I am definitely not the first human being reflecting about these things, hence the saying “Be the change that you want to see in the world”. Stop blaming other people, or circumstances, for your life´s challenges, or any challenges. Understand that you can only change yourself, and not others. Be ready to step forward, look in the mirror (many times a day, if needed), and face yourself. And do not only face yourself physically, but also mentally. There are a number of ways of connecting to your spirituality, of which meditation is an example. We are all spiritual beings.
The American psychotherapist, author, and speaker Dr. Wayne W. Dyer puts it: “We are not human beings with a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings with a human experience”. Remembering this makes it easier to connect to the actual spirituality that makes us evolve, and will eventually lead humanity towards a greater understanding, lives filled by virtues and true abundance, rather than the thought of just chasing money so that we can buy things that none of us actually do need in our lives. We came here naked, and will leave naked. How we fill our lives in between is up to each and one of us. Our job as individuals is not to find fault in others, or criticize them, but rather to set an example to other people. If you are in any kind of leading role, a parent, a teacher, you know how important this is. But there is not even need to be in an officially leading role, because anyone can become a role model to someone else, and set an example.
There are hundreds of books about the Law of Attraction, and to be honest I cannot remember having read any of them, so no book promotions to be found in this post. I have rather learned through experience, by observing other individuals, and yes, of course through reading hundreds of articles, other books, watching videos, and simply by living.
When finding yourself in a non-optimal situation, realize that:
– You personally are the problem, and the key to the solution, at the same time. Only by changing you will you be capable of changing whatever it is that you want to change. Admitting this is extremely important in order to get ahead.
– You attract what you are, not what you want. This means, you need to start acting in a way that leads you towards the desired goal(s). It applies to EVERYTHING, and is very simple (well, at least theoretically). Therefore, check your behavior every day.
– You better learn how to spend time alone. Many people have, unfortunately, a real difficulty being alone. Spending time alone does not mean that you are a lonely person. Spending time alone is crucial to stay connected to yourself. The possibility to spending time alone varies from person to person: a parent has less time for him/herself than a single person, but even parents can organize time for themselves. Some people are really insecure, and always need to be surrounded by friends, or people, in general. Spending time alone is not scary. It gives us the ability to get to know ourselves better, to lead a fulfilling “inner life” instead of just going with the flow.
– Too much time spent alone can, however, lead to isolation. We need other people in our lives. Even a yogi, or a spiritual guru, needs other people. We are all connected to another. Loneliness is something that many people suffer from these days, including many entrepreneurs, and (business) leaders. Everyone has the need for some kind of support, or interaction with other human beings. Whatever your situation is, socialize, because other individuals are important to our (personal) development.
– Learn how to communicate your desires. This does not mean that you have to walk around shouting your wants and needs to everyone you need (although, some people behave this way). If you have had a tough time attracting what you truly want, it is about time to start practicing your communication skills. You can start by writing it down in a personal journal. When you do this on a regular basis, you will notice how much more effortless it becomes to actually communicate these in verbal interaction with other individuals. After all, people cannot read you mind, and if you meet someone who can read your mind, consider yourself lucky.
– Always be willing to help, and serve other people, (even) without expecting anything in return.
– Learn how to say no as well. However helpful and servant you are, you do not have to accept everything. There is no point in being a people-pleaser.
– All our choices have an impact upon our lives.
– Learn how to balance yourself both physically and mentally.
“Your intuition will tell you where you need to go, connect you with the people you should meet, and guide you towards work that is meaningful to you, work that brings you joy and work that feels right for you”.
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