I’ve always considered myself somewhat of a pacifist. Blood, guts and war makes my stomach cringe and I’ve always felt there has to be a better way to resolve conflicts than killing our fellow brothers and sister on the planet.
However, my beliefs were always a bit extreme and it wasn’t until I attended a Tony Robbins “Unleash The Power Within” seminar that I was able to use his Dickens Process to release my extremist views. I learned how to support and encourage those in uniform to better protect and serve us as individuals and Americans instead of just despising all military action. My rigid beliefs weren’t rooted in reality and didn’t take into account real world situations that are sadly inevitable in our current times.
After going through this Dickens Process I was able to still oppose war and violence, but still offer my support and understanding in times of conflict that would serve soldiers and the idea of peace on earth.
During that seminar I met a really cool guy by the name of Jeff Paro. He sent a email out today and I replied to him telling him I’d like to post it on the blog…
Jeff was a sales associate/motivational speaker at the event and was chock full of charisma and enthusiasm. I took an instant liking to him. Since then we’ve keep in touch via email, Skype, phone etc and I consider him a good guy and a friend.
I wanted to post the email he wrote because it was very inspirational and moved me.
I thought it may do the same for you, so I felt it was worth a repost here on the blog.
Jeff has proven himself as a effective communicator, excellent marketer and someone who cares about making the world a better place for all of us who walk the globe. I’ve always enjoyed reading his emails and bantering with him about product ideas to enhance people’s lives.
So, without further ado… here is the email he sent out today…
“I like to see what I am made of, see exactly if there is a limit to the human soul.”
These words by super human navy seal David Goggins, who’s daily routine is :
*Wake up at 3am, run 10-15 miles.
*Bike 25 miles to work.
*At lunchtime run 5-8 miles.
*After work ride home 25 miles.
*Do weight training (with wife)
*Sometimes after arriving home do a 3-5 mile run.
I know exactly what some of you are thinking… “Wow that is amazing, HE is amazing, there is no way I could ever do that…” David wasn’t always this way.
At one point in time he was 280 pounds and had never ran more than 20 minutes. After several failed attempts at a professional football career, David decided he wanted to become a navy seal.
The recruiter warned him that his weight would probably prevent him from finishing “Hell Week” and realizing his dream of becoming a navy seal.
Finish he did.
He also completed the U.S. Army Ranger school.
He also completed the Air Force tactical air controller training, making him the only member of the U.S. Armed Forces’ history to complete all 3.
Which brings me to today’s lesson.
Today I want to share with you 3 ways we limit ourselves: What’s possible.
For years many people said it is impossible to fly. Then they doubted it was possible to send a man to the moon. At one point they thought is was impossible to run 1 mile under 4 mins. All of these things that were thought to be ‘impossible’ have been proven wrong.
How do you prove them wrong? By doing it.
Can you prove that something is NOT possible? NOPE.
It’s impossible to prove a negative.(ouch my brain hurts thinking about that)
Try that one on again. What I’m capable of.
In David Goggins’ case, I know many of you are thinking…”good for him, but there is no way i could do that.”
And the truth is YOU ARE CAPABLE. There are examples of people with physical limitations, accomplishing similar feats.
With the right beliefs and dedication, I am certain that everybody reading this could accomplish at least ONE of his feats.
What I deserve.
This is one that many people find hard to believe. They don’t think it is possible that they would actually sabotage their own success.
The way that I teach this concept is like this. Imagine that you and your friend were supposed to hop on a plane headed to NY. You later change your ticket for a later flight. Your friend’s plane crashes.
How do you feel, besides sad?
Wouldn’t you agree that you would start to feel guilty? Not worthy?
Wouldn’t you probably start to ask yourself: “Why did I get to live and NOT him?”
It’s hard to imagine that you were more deserving of life than them.
In life, many people believe that success is a zero sum game. Which means in order for me to be successful others have to fail. They believe that ‘success’ is reserved for the select few. Unconsciously, they believe “if only a few people can be successful, then why should I be one of them?
I don’t deserve it more than the next guy/girl”
Can you begin to see how limiting yourself in any of these ways might stop you from getting what you say you want? Use David’s story to remind you of what IS possible, that you ARE capable of creating the life and business you want and YOU DESERVE IT!
After looking at David’s schedule and commitment level, I don’t think setting my alarm an extra 45 minutes early, is such a commitment.
Go out there and make it happen!!
I believe in you,
Jeff Paro
Jeff Paro is a marketing strategist, Influenceologist and the creator of Influenceology and a Not So Famous DJ. His site can be found at http://jeffparo.com/ along with his social media profiles. Give him a peek.
Great story. Its true that we limit our potential mostly because we are lazy or sometimes because we think its impossible. This story proves that our goals are much smaller and are humanly-achievable! Thanks for the inspiration!!
No doubt buddy. Thanks for stopping by and adding your 2 cents.
I don’t think anyone believed I’d get my black belt in goju ryu karate at the age of 45. They certainly didn’t think that a lollipop lady could start her own business on the computer and actually get any real clients.
Now I’m speaking at local networking groups and long standing business owners are actually listening to what I say and thinking of me as an expert in what I do. I’ve often felt like a fraud.
But then there are the times when I look at what I’ve achieved and the knowledge that I’ve amassed and I realise that most people could have done it… but they didn’t. And I did.
It’s about motivation and determination and just hanging in there. And enjoying it! Because who wants a lifetime being miserable and wishing for what might have been…?
Nice job Lollipop Lady. Way to tough it out. Very inspirational. Thank you for sharing. What is Lollipop Lady all about?
LOL, over here in the UK a school crossing patrol guard is called a lollipop lady 🙂
Man that left me speechless.
I have to say though, I believe Fear is what stops me from pushing each day toward success. For some reason I feel better inside with the thought of “what if”. I hate this about myself but when you’re mocked numerous times or told “you can’t do that”, then it only resets this belief inside and I find comfort in “what if”.
Great read though! Thanks for sharing, really makes me think.
Charles, I just posted a cool quote about fear on todays blog post… “Your fears are not walls, but hurdles. Courage is not the absence of fear, but the conquering of it.”
? Dan Millman
Love Dan Millman, and love your blog Jason. It’s great to see your example of personal growth, keepin’ it real and continuing to give more and more value. Thanks for embodying the way of the peaceful warrior… Respect!