Thinking Logically

You are driving down the road in your car on a wild, stormy night, when
you pass by a bus stop and you see three people waiting for the bus:

1. An old lady who looks as if she is about to die.
2. An old friend who once saved your life.
3. The perfect partner you have been dreaming about.

Which one would you choose to offer a ride to, knowing that there could only be one passenger in your car?

Think before you continue reading. This is a moral/ethical dilemma that was once actually used as part of a job application.

You could pick up the old lady, because she is going to die, and thus you should save her first.

Or you could take the old friend because he once saved your life, and this would be the perfect chance to pay him back.

However, you may never be able to find your perfect mate again.

The candidate who was hired (out of 200 applicants) had no trouble coming up with his answer.

He simply answered: “I would give the car keys to my old mate and let him take the lady to the hospital. I would stay behind and wait for the bus with the partner of my dreams.”

Sometimes, we gain more if we are able to give up our stubborn thought limitations.

Never forget to “Think outside of the Box”.
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Malcolm Gladwell (one of my favorite authors and speakers) wrote a book called “Blink”. It really is an amazing book on how we think, and how sometimes we think too much.

Certainly worth reading, but if you don’t have that sort of time then the summarized version is on the Create the Life Club website and is the book in a nutshell. The great thing is, it’s only 8 pages.

Since reading this book I am certainly more aware of “my thinking” than before.

Click here to download the book summary of Blink.

Have a great day
Lyndon

World Gratitude Day is tomorrow, Sunday 21 September, another opportunity, as everyday is, to reflect on how much we have to be grateful for. I’m so excited to be able to introduce you to someone in my world I’m grateful for. Julie Woods, “That Blind Woman” from New Zealand, has been preparing to launch her blog on World Gratitude Day, and I know we’re in for something special. You’ll hear more of Julie! I’m so thankful for the opportunity to be her Coach, supporting her on a most amazing journey. I’ve discovered an incredibly inspiring woman who has a story to share with the world… which she will do – stay tuned!

As I was typing this, an email came in which described a possible scenario in Heaven… the Receiving Room was buzzing with activity, with Angels handling lots of requests, the Package & Delivery Room, also very busy sending out all the blessings requested, but the acknowledgment room was very quiet as not many Thank You’s came in. The email continued with these words…

“If you have food in the refrigerator, clothes on your back, a roof overhead and a place to sleep you are richer than 75% of this world. If you have money in the bank, in your wallet, and spare change in a dish, you are among the top 8% of the worlds wealthy.
And if you get this on your own computer, you are part of the 1% in the world who has that opportunity.
If you woke up this morning with more health than illness…. you are more blessed than the many who will not even survive this day.
If you have never experienced the fear in battle, the loneliness of imprisonment, the agony of torture, or the pangs of starvation … you’re ahead of 700 million people in the world.
If you can attend a church without the fear of harassment, arrest, torture or death you experience a freedom three billion people in the world don’t have.
If your parents are still alive and still married …you are very rare.
If you can hold your head up and smile, you are not the norm, you’re unique to all those in doubt and despair.”

Happy World Gratitude Day!!!

Ideas for making the most of World Gratitude Day (or any day!)
List 10 things you’re grateful for.
Smile.
List another 10 things you’re grateful for.
Smile some more.
List 10 more things you’re grateful for.
(You can’t help but smile now)
Share your list with someone.
Tell someone why you’re grateful that they’re in your life.
Stick your list where you’ll see it regularly.
Add to your list everyday.
Notice how much you’re smiling now…
And how many others are smiling with you!

Cheering you on,

Love Kerrie

Last Monday I arrived in Sydney and stayed with my Grandparents (mum’s parents). You may have seen the video Lyndon posted on You Tube, with my Dad’s parents being interviewed by Ethan… I shared this with my Sydney Grandparents who absolutely loved it and were overflowing with praise for Lyndon (movie-maker) and Ethan, who they’re so proud of.

I went to bed that night so aware of the wonderful relationships in my life, my four grandparents, the brothers and cousins I share them with, my wonderful parents, my husband, his lovely family, my extended family and so many friends, in 15 different countries, and some fortunately 5 or 10 mins walk or drive away!

Ridiculously rich? Yep! That’s how I feel when I reflect on the relationships in my life. Some of these relationships have been in place for a long time and I can’t take any credit.

When my Grandparents celebrated their 60th wedding Anniversary’s a few years ago, one couple was asked for the Photo News “What’s the key to a good relationship?” and their response was “communication”. The others were asked, “How did you manage that?” (60 years married) to which Grandma responded, “Well I think when they came home from the war, he didn’t want any more fighting” .

I don’t like fighting either, so I’ve always avoided it. I have discovered however, that relationships need fighting for, at times. No more sweeping things under the carpet, which will only trip you up (literally!) but having a loving, purposeful, honest conversation takes the relationship from good to great. The Book of Proverbs puts it this way “an honest answer is like a kiss on the lips” Oooh! Bring it on!

Have a wonderful day,
Love Kerrie

PS. Here’s the video of Ethan and my Dad’s parents, in case you missed it.

Richard Branson has a unique, flamboyant style and is truly one of today’s high fliers.

Now some of you know I love skydiving and the higher up you can get the better it is!

In 1960 Joseph Kittinger of the United States Air Force set the world record as part of project Excelsior. He reached 102,800 feet, a record still unbeaten in nearly 50 years.

Steve Truglia in Project Space Jump is planning to jump from 120,000 feet in a spacesuit, breaking the sound barrier with his body. The jump is scheduled for later this year.

Richard Branson however has a Life at 30,000 feet. I have viewed this video a few times now and I am still astounded at how much Richard Branson has achieved.

It is a fascinating & insightful interview with one of today’s movers & shakers in the business world.

In this video interview with Richard Branson you will discover:
. The power of trying new things
. Tips to getting free publicity
. The financial value treating people well
. How to build your reputation and the value of it
. The importance of staying informed and educated
. Ways to live in the moment to build future success

Richard Branson – Life at 30,000 feet:

To watch the Richard Branson Video interview click here now.

To download the Richard Branson audio interview click here now.

Blue skies
Lyndon

Favorite Quotes is where I will share with you from time to time the quotes from Create the Life Club home page that really caught my eye. You may have already seen them but it never hurts to hear the good ones again.

I would love to hear which ones are your Favorite Quotes. So feel free to send me and email or contact me through the members profile page.

Lyndon

A Good Use of Time…

At this very moment I am sitting outside enjoying the sun and waiting for Ethan (my son) to finish his music lessons.

Often I just kick back and relax, but today, I had the lap top and thought I would make the most of the time and check out some of the new content on the website. Then thought “why don’t I share it with you.”

What a great Idea!

Here is what I listened to and it only goes for 10 minutes. 5 minutes to write this and I still get to relax for 15 minutes.

In this audio presentation you will discover:

* The one thing you need to know about sustained individual success
* Why you must find out what you don’t like doing and stop doing it
* How to excel as a manager
* Why you should focus on your persistence and drive
* Why we have a weakness fascination
* Discover why building up your strengths is crucial to your success

Click here to listen.

A Good use of time don’t you think?

Achieving goals on time, every time – who does that?! Approximately 80% of my clients achieve their goals in the intended time-frame, sometimes sooner, which is exciting. (Bear in mind that they have committed to a process of fast-tracking their achievements).

However, there are often goals that are more challenging than expected, or there are random interruptions that occur throughout life, such as sickness or technical delays.

It can be disheartening to feel like your goal is too far off, but it’s important to remember two things.

1. Keep Moving! It doesn’t really matter how fast you’re achieving goals, just don’t let discouragement stop you in your tracks. Keep focused on the big picture and keep moving forward, little steps at a time.

2. The journey is often more important than the destination. It’s great to achieve goals, but don’t lose sight of the learning along the way. Who you become on your journey to the goals tends to be more significant than the goal itself.

Have a super month, discovering, celebrating and achieving goals!

Kerrie