The best moments in life come after we're fed up with how things are going.
I've started understanding the difference between "relief" and "cure."
Relief feels good at the moment.
It comes from mindless entertainment, quick fixes, and temporary highs.
But humans fear change, so we cling to illusions of security from the outside world - the advice, the promises, the marketing.
These may feel good but aren't true wisdom.
A cure is painful.
It comes when we're utterly sick of being stuck and make a complete shift in perspective.
Like a line shaded black to white, with gray in between.
When you connect the ends, black and white touch.
We see this in life.
A fool becomes wise.
An outfit goes from lame to stylish.
A bad joke gets funny.
A non-believer has an awakening.
Someone so fed up they become a whole new person.
Our character shapes our actions.
Identity limits perspective, which shapes perception and guides how we act.
If you want to change, challenge your beliefs.
You can change the course you’re on at any time.
Let your actions follow over time.
You'll create less involuntary suffering.
The climax is the most memorable part of a story.
When the outcome is unsure, the "villain" almost wins, and the hero triumphs.
Without low points, life would be dull, flat, and lifeless.
It's a dance between order and chaos.
To reach new heights, you must lose ground and build momentum in a new direction.
Emotional transmutation means transforming feelings into something powerful.
Don't become a slave to emotion, but use it skillfully like a martial artist.
Low points connect us to fuel for change.
Channel that energy into building your ideal vision.
Most successful people started by hating their situation.
They felt the emotion, let go of holding on, and a new potential opened up.
See lows as fuel, and have a project ready to direct that energy toward.
For balance, I believe holistic entrepreneurship is the ultimate vessel.
We all must be entrepreneurs now.
Social media is a new society in which we live.
We've solved basic needs, so "follow your dreams" is possible.
You're the most profitable niche - solve your problems, and you can teach others.
Being a "Creator" is a whole new way of life.
Feel your situation.
Transmute the energy.
Build your skills.
Follow curiosities, not prescriptions.
Exchange value for income.
Identify gaps and improve.
It takes time and conscious focus.
Push at your level.
Seek the big picture.
Enjoy the process of consciously crafting your character.
You’re closer than you’ve ever been.
After surveying 2,482 people in the Build 1 Thing community and asking everyone what they would like most help with in creating a life by design.
The majority response was How to Create My Own Course, and the ideas people have are fantastic!
People shared their ideas, such as How to Teach Art Therapy (love this), Dopamine Reset Course, How to Meal Prep, Teacher Certifications for Dance, and many more.
Anyway, I created a waitlist to learn how to Create Your Own Course. Just click here to join.
Big Love, Nadeem.
Whenever you're ready, there are two ways I can help you:
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