Gift of Love
Gratitude is a "Gift of Love." Gratitude is the
love you are - your authentic self - given freely
to others. More powerful than words, it's a gift
anyone can give; a gift that will enrich your life
while helping to create A Better World.
The expression of gratitude comes with a hidden
secret...a secret that will make you Rich Beyond
Any Measure.
CIRCLE of GRATITUDE
Brought to you by: Pay It Forward 2009
As an entrepreneur with more than 35 years of sales and
marketing experience, I'm ready for my next big adventure.
That adventure is tied to my vision for a membership site
I call "The Circle of Gratitude."
Circle of Gratitude
Its purpose is to attract others of like mind... powerful and
dynamic people who are determined to focus attention on
what they believe and "feel"
can be achieved.
You have to believe and so I've set my sights on finding
others who share my passion for Paying it Forward...others
willing to do whatever it takes to create
A BETTER
WORLD.
Are you one of those people; someone with a passion
for change? If so, please read on...
Can the world really be changed?
Is it realistic to have world changing expectations?
Or,
is it wishful thinking? No question -- I'm a
dreamer and hopeless romantic.
I'm also one who has successfully converted many of
my dreams into reality. I believe we
can achieve the
impossible.
It just takes longer.
So, I absolutely
know the world can be changed but it's
not going to happen the way many folks think. Let me
explain what I mean:
All change is first initiated by thought; which must then
be followed by taking right action.
That change begins
with me.
Let me repeat that because
it's very important:
THE CHANGE BEGINS WITH ME!
As I change my attitudes and beliefs, the world around
me (those in my immediate world--family, friends, co-workers
and even strangers) begins to change. As people notice the
difference in me, they respond in ways that are a reflection
of my new outlook on life.
When I express gratitude and appreciation for others
(without expectation of anything in return), I get back more
than I've given. Known as the
Law of Reciprocity, it's one
of the most profound laws in the universe.
Believe me when I say "it works." It does.
I've experienced it in my own life.
Are you still with me? Then there's a good chance you "get"
what I'm talking about. This doesn't happen overnight. As a
matter of fact I'm working on a vision I've held for more than
30 years.
And so far, I have little to show for it. Like I said before,
you've gotta' believe. It's a process that requires patience
and unconditional commitment. More about that later.
You can manifest success in your life. When you
believe strongly enough, you can make it happen.
Even things which seemed impossible are within your grasp.
If, however, you want lasting and meaningful success,
you'll need to reach out to others.
You can't do this alone!
A partnership of two or more people in agreement
is the starting point for bringing about massive
change and true success.
I'm looking for massive change in my own life and
for the world at large. Powerful agreement is a
catalyst for attracting whatever is needed to
accomplish the goal.
Would you like to join me on this journey?
Circle of Gratitude
In my experience everything worth doing begins from a
place of thankfulness or
GENUINE GRATITUDE...
an appreciation for the gifts each of us bring to our world.
It's more like a celebration of "our
combined passionate
power to create something together.
Creation grows out of our ability to appreciate the gifts we
already possess. From that starting point, there's growth
and synergy. These are the silent Universal Forces that
create the circle.
This is where it gets exciting...and
magnetic...drawing on the invisible
resources that manifest what we
think about and act on.
Each of us has the power of individual expression (waiting,
in reserve, to be called upon).Working from the inside-out,
it's a
FORCE to be reckoned with...
Regardless of what you choose to call it (God, Spirit, the
Creator or Larger Design). For me, it doesn't matter. While
I prefer God, I don't want to get hung up on labels. What's
really important is that I believe in something outside of
myself--it's all part of an irrefutable and proven
Universal
Law.
Our changing world is slowly awakening to the truth that
these Universal Laws, in fact, exist.
The Law of Attraction
You may have seen or heard about "The Secret," a movie
based on this Universal Law...also known as the
Law of
Attraction.
Again, it doesn't matter what I call it. What does matter
is believing in something greater than myself...that there's
something beyond what I think.
While it may be invisible (like the law of gravity), it's as real
as anything I can see, hear or touch (and far more powerful).
Yes, I can manifest my dreams and desires. My thoughts
are capable of being the inspiration for positive change. But
it's up to me to be an active participant in that change.
For the law to work, it's imperative that I take steps to
modify what I believe and, at the same time, apply right
action.
We are all creators...and we are being called upon to
create
A BETTER WORLD...a world that reflects
honesty, integrity and excellence; a world that represents
THE TRUTH and SPIRIT of who we truly are...
something more than what we read in the headlines
every day.
It’s
not about me and any selfish needs and desires
I might have. It's about us and our joint
"SELFLESS
RESPONSIBILITY" to recognize that we are all
connected... like threads in a finely woven tapestry...
each one a part of something
GREATER.
IT'S ALL ONE THING!
The way to true abundance and prosperity comes from
our understanding and recognition that we are all part of
this one thing.
Circles of Gratitude represent the kind of people who
"own" that reality and who seek to expand it by virtue of
their thankfulness.
What are you feeling inside? Is your gut telling you to do
something? What is it you need to take action? Somewhere
there's a "trigger" in your life that inspires and motivates
you; that arouses your passion.
Find that trigger and use it to help others with acts of
kindness and gratitude. When you help others get what
they want, you will draw the same to yourself.
So what place does the "spiritual" have in the world of
business? Is it relevant to Marketing, Networking and
Social Media?
In my own experience, it
couldn't be more relevant.
Perhaps it’s an over simplification, but it seems we are in
a state of something more than financial chaos. I believe
the global economy is merely a symptom of
“HOW” all
of us have acted in our lives (and in our businesses) up to
this point.
An overwhelming majority of us have been unconscious
consumers of goods and services while more than half of
the world suffers from starvation and disease. Less than
5% of the world's population controls 95% of the world's
wealth.
That's insane!
I think it's an indicator of the tremendous work we have
before us as co- inhabitants of this place we call
our home.
In the United States we have only 4% of the Earth's
population; yet we consume more than 25% of its
resources. Then we gripe about how tough things are.
We find it hard to imagine why so many in the world
hate us. Hmmm?
While these statistics are alarming they don't necessarily
reveal the whole picture. They're somewhat out of context.
The really big questions are: Can we be thankful for
what we have?" And, can we find better ways to increase
what we have (the wealth and abundance) while sharing
knowledge of how to do that with others?
In my opinion, the answer to both questions is
YES.
Do we have an obligation to share our good fortune with
others?
That's an even
BIGGER QUESTION... and the answer
is
not so simple. Why is it not simple? I believe it depends
upon
"how" we give to others.
If you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day.
If you teach a man "how" to fish, you feed him for
the rest of his life.
While it's nice to feed someone...isn't it better to invest our
time and effort into teaching them
how to be self supporting
and independent?
This is where the
Law of Attraction comes into play--
where
Paying It Forward becomes an example--
an
invitation for others to "see" how it's done and to
become part of the process.
Paying It Forward involves gifting three other people
who,in turn, do the same. From there it grows exponentially.
This is powerful and exciting stuff! It's contagious
and it's a proven way to changes lives. If we truly want
to see "change" this is the starting point. It's how we
change our world and reinvent our future.
Want a further glimpse of how this works? Watch an episode
of Extreme Home Makeover. Or watch the build up of emotion
as volunteers with Habitat For Humanity come together to help
someone who is less fortunate. Look at the real tears streaming
down faces...real tears born out of the generosity of creating
something together.
That's it!
It's also the point where the
Circle of Gratitude begins...which
is notching it up to the next level. Creating partnerships and
alliances; to add value to others in ways that bring a sense of
increase to all.
This is key to attracting more into your own life. It's
also a measure of true success.
A few things to consider:
Wars don’t work!
They only reflect the depth of our ignorance and the
degree of our insanity.
Greed and corruption don’t really serve anyone except
when the schemes bubble to the surface and arouse our
anger. Fortunately, that's what wakes us up!
Like a Tsunami or tornado, natural disasters often strike
without warning. In shock, we are forced to recheck our
sensibilities and perceptions. The heroes come forth and
we are thankful once again.
Must we wait for the Perfect Storm
before we act?
Why does it take a crisis to bring us together? Maybe
the current financial meltdown will provide stepping stones
to a more successful future. Maybe it'll help us see things
from a new perspective and teach us to celebrate our
differences.
I like that. Call me a dreamer but I love the idea of living
in a world united by a spirit of cooperation. Maybe it won't
happen in my lifetime, but I think it's worth working toward.
That's the kind of world I'd like to leave for the
next generation.
I wonder how many
people share a similar vision?
I'll continue to keep that dream alive and I'll keep
"seeing the glass" as half-full!
Is it really about who's right?
My gut says: “It’s something greater than that.” I think
of it as
a WAKE UP call… one that makes me more
aware of what we are doing to ourselves, our children
and the planet as a whole?
What worked before is no longer working and I
think there are some big lessons to be learned.
All indicators point to a changing world more
responsive to a diverse population...and less about
control and domination.
I think we're seeing the start of that "shift" unfold
right now. What's happening in Egypt and the Middle
Eastern countries is just the tip of the iceberg.
Is this change happening because of
the Internet?
The Internet provides everyone with an equal voice…
and forces greater levels of transparency. In my
experience, the internet opens a door to hope and
possibility.
It levels the playing field.
The internet creates a place for open dialog...a place
where people can share information and gain new
insight.
It's also a vehicle for commerce that will ultimately change
the way we shop for our goods and services. At the same
time, because of its transparency, it will 'smoke out' the
unscrupulous traders who prey upon the uneducated,
naive and innocent.
People hate being sold. But they love doing business
with those they like, trust and respect.
This presents a golden opportunity for entrepreneurs and
visionaries to create viable long term relationships based
on their ability to deliver authentic value.
Reputable business owners who care about people, will
win the favor of customers who want more than a
transaction...
The new breed of internet entrepreneurs know how to
build relationship and treasure their reputation as
creators
of value.
These are just a few of the changes I see for
A BETTER
WORLD. These changes are the starting point for creating
a legacy worthy of leaving to our children. I think most parents
would agree.
We owe our kids more...they really do deserve our
best. Isn't it time we started thinking about them and
stopped mortgaging their future?
From where I see it, we no longer have an excuse for
running our lives in ways that disregard and disrespect our
children; or anyone else for the sake of commerce or merely
trading dollars to give
“the appearance of prosperity.” We
must remove the illusions if we hope to survive.
That can only happen when we
decide to come together as one
people sharing what we have in
common...ONE planet.
We live on an abundant planet with more than enough
for every man, woman and child; for every animal, plant
and living organism.
Can we begin to see those who are starving and
oppressed as a part of ourselves? Can we find a way
to end the blame, criticism and judgement?
Can we replace hatred with LOVE?
Only when we recognize
“WHO” we truly are (from the
inside-out) and when we consciously decide to align our
thoughts with the
Larger Universal Laws will our physical
world be transformed.
We already have the power but do
we have the understanding?
Driven by our egos instead of our hearts.
Our unconscious sleepwalk is leading us down a path
of chaos and destruction.
The good news is that we can rise above it. We can awaken
to the invitation that's available to each and every one of us.
We can...
"be the change we wish to see."
It starts with gratitude and a conscious effort to align with
others of like mind. We all dance the same dance. We sing
the same song and we breathe the same air.
Hiding beneath tough and beaten exteriors, we all
have a desire to be heard...and loved.
We are
ONE incredible voice with many tones. It's now
time to recognize
'who' we are and to bring that greatness
to the table.
Learning to collectively redirect our thoughts into
ACTS of GRATITUDE will begin the process. That
inspired action will bring about a harvest that's Rich
Beyond Any Measure.
The world is changing. With that change we have an
opportunity to create anew and to tap into the Universal
Abundance in ways we can't begin to imagine.
Now is the time to manifest real and lasting
prosperity for all.
This is how it's done. Finding out who you are on the
inside and
Paying It Forward is the key to understanding
our mission and purpose on Earth. It's why I'm here.
It's what I've come to do....what we've come to do.
Don't be afraid to sing your song or to dance your
dance.
Act with passion and raw emotion...Let the world "see,"
"hear" and "touch" your spirit. Don't miss an opportunity to
show everyone who you really are.
This is your stage!
Create your best life by living it fully.
START NOW!
REMEMBER: "Today is the first day of the rest
of your life." Give it everything you've got.
It's the
Circle of Gratitude. It's the
gift of love I
spoke about earlier.This is the circle I invite you to help
create. Together we can make it more than a dream;
more than a vision.
Together we can make it
a reality.
Please leave a comment if any of this rings true
for you and you would like to be part of this
change.
I'd love to hear your thoughts about what you
think it will take Tell to create A Better World.
“If any are bound, none are free.”
~author unknown
"If it's worth doing, it's worth giving it 110%."
~Jerry Koch
