Denis Waitley's Ezine
January 3, 2008 Welcome!
To this issue of the Denis Waitley International online newsletter. My goal is to offer valuable, relevant, leading edge, and interesting content, with some innovative and refreshing differences from the other ezines and newsletters you may be receiving. Warm regards, P.S. Today's issue is going out to more than 88,607 weekly subscribers. If you've enjoyed this edition and found it to be valuable, then if you would do me the favor of forwarding it to your friends, family and associates, it would be very much appreciated. If they would like to subscribe, have them send an email to: subscribe@deniswaitley.com Many Thanks! In This Issue.....1. This Week's Jumpstart
1. This Week's JumpstartThis is a story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody. There was an important job to be done, and Everybody was sure Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Somebody got angry about that because it was Everybody's job. Everybody thought Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody wouldn't do it. It ended up that Everybody blamed Somebody when Nobody did what Anybody could have done. -- Denis Waitley
2. The Champion Within ArticleCreative Goal-Setting for Kids and Teens by Denis WaitleyAn Indian guide who displayed uncanny skills in navigating the rugged regions of the Southwest was asked how he did it. "What is your secret of being an expert tracker and trail-blazer?", a visitor asked him. The guide answered: "There is no secret. One must only possess the far vision and the near look. The first step is to determine where you want to go. Then you must be sure that each step you take is a step in that direction." A dream is what you would like for life to be. A Goal is what you intend to make happen. A goal is the near look; what, specifically, you intend to do on a daily basis to get there. No matter what their current ages, try to determine the sensory learning style of each of your children: visual, auditory, or kinesthetic. Visual learners understand and remember best what they see. Auditory learners prefer to hear and verbalize in order to comprehend. Kinesthetic learners need to involve touch and movement into the processing of new concepts, and to learn by doing. All of these styles have some overlap because we all use hearing, seeing and doing. But keep these styles in mind when you stimulate your children's creative and goal-setting activities. To build a pattern of positive expectations for your children, they need a way to keep score. Children know they are doing well when the task or project is well defined and the goals are clearly stated. How can a child experience the thrill of hitting the bull's eye, when he or she doesn't know what the target is? Kids need to see the end before they begin a task or they will lose interest. When you are giving your child a task, such as cleaning her room, be specific in telling her what you want her to do and when you want it done and stick to it. By providing a clear and specific ending, your child can look forward to enjoying time with her friends when the task is completed. Goals are the target of success! Who you see is who you'll be. What you set is what you get. Help your kids get the far vision, the dream. Help them get the near look, the steps and action plans that pave the road to their dreams. Participate in your children's games, problem-solving exercises, field trips and creative projects. Instead of telling them how things work, help them learn to discover the "hows" and "whys." Help your children dream about their future. Set the example by jotting down and cutting pictures out to describe family dreams. Assist them in defining their own goals and writing them down on index cards. Post the cards in their bedroom or on a board where they can see and review their goals daily. Help your child make plans. Unfortunately, many kids view problems as insurmountable mountains. Your role as parents is to help them view problems as opportunities. Teach them to go over, around, under or to bore a hole right through their roadblocks. Help your kids to visualize, in advance, what the accomplishment of their goals looks and feels like. Bedtime is an ideal setting, where you can see in their imaginations where they want to be, what they want to do, and things they will have to work and save for to get. Build goals and evaluations around the school year. When you go over your child's report card, discuss the goals that he set for himself and how he is doing toward achieving those goals. Share with your child any comments teachers might have regarding his grades. Kids need rewards and behavior that gets rewarded gets repeated, especially if they understand that the reward is coming when the goal is accomplished. Rewards do not have to be strictly financial, but can be going out for an ice cream or whatever your child enjoys doing. By rewarding goal directed behavior, you are providing additional incentive to achieve almost any goal. Denis Waitley
Want more creative ideas you can learn and do as a family? I'm excited to be part of a very special movie! PASS IT ON, an award-winning film that clearly explains how everyone, regardless of background, can achieve their fondest dreams of wealth, inspiration, success and happiness. It features a cast of world-class athletes, movie stars, inventors, inspirational giants, bestselling authors and many others, this movie will have an impact on you for years to come. At a time of year in which setting new goals is foremost in your mind, this DVD movie can help inspire you in developing 2008 goals. You won't find it at your local video store. But I want to make it available to you at a special price – 40% off suggested retail! You'll not soon forget its message – one you'll want to share! Follow this link now to find out more about this extraordinary movie and take advantage of a very special offer. http://passiton.yoursuccessstore.com Click the link now to watch an awesome movie trailer and then take advantage of our very special offer! Go to: http://passiton.yoursuccessstore.com
Denis Waitley has studied, counseled and trained leaders in virtually every field including Apollo astronauts, Olympic gold medalists, Super Bowl champions, returning POW's, heads of state and Fortune 500 top executives.Denis is recognized as a world class speaker and author and has traveled the globe sharing success ideas and strategies to thousands of companies the past 25 years. To book Dr. Waitley to speak for your company or to be part of your upcoming Regional or National Convention send an email to speaker@deniswaitley.com or call 877-929-0439 and ask for Hilary.3. Seeds of Greatness by Denis WaitleySeeds of Belief: Attitude is Everything Your attitude is either the lock on or key to your door of success. It's not what you are that holds you back, it's what you think you're not. A smile is the light in your window that lets others know there is a caring person inside. The most important three words you can say to yourself: "Yes, I can!" If you believe you can… you probably can. Belief is the ignition switch that gets you off the launching pad.
4. The Winner's Edge Coaching TipsThroughout my travels and speaking engagements, I'm asked numerous questions on a myriad of subjects... Here's one on happiness. Q: "What is happiness and how do you get it?" A: "That's just it--you can't drive it, you can't wear it, you can't live in it, you can't drink it, smoke it, snort it, you can't travel to it. Happiness is the experience of the journey. The experience of happiness is the result of how you look at things. When I look at something I say, can do, no problem; that's not going to make me unhappy. Happiness is a choice!" -- Denis Waitley
5. Featured Product of the WeekThe feel good movie of the season! I'm excited to be part of a very special movie! PASS IT ON, an award-winning film that clearly explains how everyone, regardless of background, can achieve their fondest dreams of wealth, inspiration, success and happiness. It features a cast of world-class athletes, movie stars, inventors, inspirational giants, bestselling authors and many others, this movie will have an impact on you for years to come. At a time of year in which setting new goals is foremost in your mind, this DVD movie can help inspire you in developing 2008 goals. You won't find it at your local video store. But I want to make it available to you at a special price – 40% off suggested retail! You'll not soon forget its message – one you'll want to share! Follow this link now to find out more about this extraordinary movie and take advantage of a very special offer. http://passiton.yoursuccessstore.com Have a great New Year! Denis Waitley P.S. Click the link now to watch an awesome movie trailer and then take advantage of our very special offer! Go to: http://passiton.yoursuccessstore.com 6. More InformationEzine Archives - To review previous issues of Denis Waitley's Ezine, please go to: Ezine Archives Printer-Friendly Version - Denis Waitley's Ezine: Issue 95 - Printer-Friendly How to Subscribe - Subscribe at Denis Waitley International or send an email to subscribe@deniswaitley.com How to Unsubscribe - Use the automatic link at the bottom of this issue, or email unsubscribe@deniswaitley.com Booking Denis Waitley - Send an email to speaker@deniswaitley.com and include your name, company, date and location of event, along with anticipated audience size and composition. No Spamming or List Sharing! - You can rest assured that your subscription email address will be kept in the strictest confidence. We do not divulge, nor make available to any third party, our subscription list. Your privacy is paramount to us! Therefore, it receives the respect it deserves! Copyright/Reprint Info - The contents of this Ezine may be copied, reproduced, or freely distributed for all nonprofit purposes without the consent of the author as long as the author's name and contact information are included. Example: Reproduced with permission from the Denis Waitley Ezine. To subscribe to Denis Waitley's Ezine, go to www.deniswaitley.com or send an email with Join in the subject to subscribe@deniswaitley.com Copyright 2008 Denis Waitley International. All rights reserved worldwide. All contents Copyright 2008 Denis Waitley International except where indicated otherwise. All rights reserved worldwide. **Duplication or reprints only with express permission or approved Credits (see above). All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Contact Information: Denis Waitley International
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