Lack of fulfillment. Lack of connection. Lack of meaning.
Dreariness. Emptiness. Lack of joy.
Millions of people around the globe spend WAY too much time
experiencing these discomforts.
This INJUSTICE must be corrected.
How much longer will we stand around and let lack and
negativity be passed on down for generations?
How many more families will pass down fear, scarcity, and
doubt to their 5 year olds?
What kind of life would you bet that 5 year old lives as an
adult?
What will he/she then teach their kids?
This injustice, this negative cycle, needs to be halted.
The change starts with you.
The change starts I.
The change starts with all of us.
Onward.
I was recently watching the classic movie with Russell
Crowe called 'Gladiator' and I want to share with you a
powerful line from the movie.
Here it is.
***What we do in life, echos through eternity.
Read it again.
***What we do in life, echos through eternity.
If we look through thousands of years of 'success
writings', they all really say the same thing.
They say an abnormal focus on self leads to misery, lack of
personal fulfillment, and lack of meaning.
They also say the 'way' to happiness, joy, generational
success, and riches of all kind comes through service.
Being 'somebody' for somebody.
Enlarging people's lives.
Solving people's problems.
Creating value for others.
Small, simple 'things' done consistently create major
results.
I used to have what I'd consider an abnormal focus on self.
When I was 'in that' mindset, I didn't even realize the
amount of joy and happiness I was stealing from my own
life.
When you're 'in it', many times it's tough to see it.
***What we do in life, echos through eternity.
I have found the FASTEST way to change yourself, to improve
yourself, is to POUR VALUE into other peoples lives.
When we do things for others, the 'universe' has an unique
way of doing things for us.
Whenever I want advancement in my own life, I move to
create advancement in other's lives.
Work the law. Work the principle.
***What we do in life, echos through eternity.
What you give away, you never lose.
You only get more of it.
Find :30 minutes more each day to work on yourself.
Get up early. Read on your lunch break. Find the time.
Every day grow 1%. That's it. Can you do that?
The best way for you to sell more of your product/service
is for to grow personally. Daily.
Never go a day without growing. Never.
***What we do in life, echos through eternity.
Become so VALUABLE to others, that people are THANKFUL you
entered their lives.
Ask yourself:
How can I be more valuable for (person's
name/clients/prospects)?
How could I go the extra mile today for (family member,
client, friend, etc..)?
Create an obsession for growing.
Create a real joy for developing your gifts, talents, and
abilities.
You're reading this right now. Yes, this says a ton about
you.
My friend, you're about to enter a whole new season of
serving and success.
You're going to experience the winner's life at a whole new
level.
You're replacing negative thoughts with positive thoughts
and people around you see a noticeable change in you.
You are a walking, talking, blessing for thousands of
people. Yes, YOU, my friend.
***What we do in life, echos through eternity.
Be the change you so desire to see in the people you love.
My friend, you're one special, unique, and talented person.
The thousands of other people reading this right now, all
agree with me.
How does that feel?
Love Ya! You're The Best!
Your Coach,
Michael
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Michael - you really have a gift for writing - This piece really engaged and inspired me. Thanks!
Mike, I've just started reading your blog. You are a great inspiration to me!
I have been working on myself(consciously) for just over a year now. I am just realizing how great I am and how great others are/can be.
I've done a lot of crying and a lot of thinking since I've been reading your blog and it has done me a great deal of good to get things out emotionally.
Thank-you so much, Mike, for just being you and being a wonderfully delightful coach and motivator. I don't regret reading any of them!
HAPPY '08 everyone! God Bless!
~~Melissa~~
Thank you, Michael, for the powerful reminder that I choose to be part of the solution or part of the problem.
Today, I choose to share love, hope and being present to this sacred moment!
Love the new look! Happy New Year 2008. Thank you for all your inspiring words....sometimes it's the tiniest of choices made on a daily basis that make the greatest differences...Love ya, all the best in luck and success.
Thank you *
I find it interesting that your information pretty much matches my world on a day to day basis. I'm beginning to wonder if you are following me! LOL
You lead and I'll follow for awhile!
Thanks! And WE're going to have a great 2008!
Lead the way Mike
Cori
Thanks Michael,
You always say the thing I need to get focused.
Happy New Year to you and yours.
Sincerely,
BJ
Hi Mike,
Happy new year 2u2!
This piece made me think twice.
It's a profound reminder of what really matters...eternity
and how easy it is to loose track of "the bigger picture"
Being of service is so rewarding, so enriching....you know why I love it...?
because it is the only thing that CANNOT be automated
Human Heart Service is authentic, unique...
And the rewards are so.....
again authentically human, a smile, the look in someones eyes...
a thank you note or just seeing a client achieve their goal...
seeing another human being tapping into their potential, discovering some unexpected talent..
However there's a "beware" factor I've encountered over the years...
I call it: the takers, the professional complainers, the suckers, the manipulators...
These individuals love to "be serviced"
If you catch my drift
Giving then no longer is a fulfilling experience, it becomes a drain, a chain, a must, an obligation...
Funny as it may sound...in their way they give too...
The ability to discern is a trait that will be developed as well.
So in addition to your wonderful 2008 kickoff advice
be aware of "the takers" when giving.
For the rest
miraculous 2008 everyone!
Dear Mike;
I enjoy your news letter and the inspirational messages. I have resolved to launch my website by January 31, 2008.
Stephen
Mike,
Thanks for the time you take to share with us and
help us to focus on the things that will make a change
in our lives as well as help us to realize our goals.
Kind regards
Arthur
Hey, Mike,,, Bestest Blessings for 2008 and Beyond
I just love reading your messages and so does my friend Trish now,,,,,,,,
just a lil tip I learned in 2007,and share with my friends,,,instead of saying "don't forget" I now correct myself and others and say instead,,,,,"Always Remember",,,,,,just the littlest things make a whole lot of difference,,,,and "never lose", maybe we could use "always gain" or "Always keep",,,,,,,,,,,,I want to Always Remember the things that are important to remember, so saying it this way I am not thinking of forgetting,,,,,,,or losing,,,,,,I remember and I gain knowledge,,,,,,,,,,2008 is going to rock for all of us, I feel it in my whole being,,,,,,and as soon as my finances pick up speed,,,,,
your audio, book is on top of my "important things to do list for our "Outstandingly Abundant New Year",,,,,time to step forward into a new improved lifestyle and bring as many with us as we possibly can,,,,,,that's why we are here,,,,,,,,to work together to create a life OVERFLOWING with an Unlimited Abundance of "Love and Good Health,Happiness and Wealth Beyond Our Wildest Dreams",,,,,,,,,,,,,,Lotsa Love n Hugs to You and Your Family,,,,,I really love n appreciate the Wonderful Work you are doing ,,,,,,,,,,,,,Bless Your Heart,,,,,,,,
Thanks so much for your inspiration! I always love reading your messages.
Happy New Year!
Judy
http://www.lifepath101.com
see MY SCRAPBOOK - 2008
YOU ARE GREAT YOURSELF , MIKE
george
coming soon - http://www.AuctionHausRealtyTrust.com
Mike hello...
Thanks for the inspiring post today... I agree with you that providing service to others can't help but provide more service to yourself. Helping someone out, even if it is just to make them feel better for a few seconds, is priceless.
I also agree that it's important to even make small changes in your life -- the 1% changes are so much more lasting! Too often we want to change our life completely -- we try to change everything too quickly and by doing this we end up changing nothing.
Take care Mike... and keep visiting my inbox!
Jeanne
http://aspirationsplus.typepad.com/uydayg
Hello Mike!!!
Happy New Year 2008 to you and to your loved ones.
As per your wise advice, starting today I'm gonna try to be somebody to somebody, as you said, at least 1% a day; and I'm sure that when this year comes to an end, I'll be a very much better human being than what I am today.
Thank you for your great work.
Memo.
Greetings & Happy New Year from Down Under.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and sure will share this message to others.
God Bless
Edna
Mike, That's how I know you are the real deal. Your 08 opener about service to others is the perfect shot at point blank range. Wow.
Mike,
You remind me of something that I learned in the fall of last year, and namely that just excelling in my sales career wasn't satisfying enough...until I linked my daily work up with service to the less fortunate, in spearheading a food drive for our local mission in great need of food. This truly brought greater purpose to my everyday tasks at hand, and I began to look forward to the Saturday's when I would take much needed food down to the shelter, and see the look in the eyes on children and others, viewing the food as a real and true gift!
Thanks for the reminder on this first day of the new year. Volunteerism and service to others has taken on a whole new meaning for me now!
Best Of Cheers In The New Year...
Once again thank you for your wisdom mike, please keep it coming and you are the best yourself.Yes, this year will be a very wonderful and positive turning point in my life.
ouen
Thank you for all the positive, uplifting messages Mike!
Have a terrific 2008...
Cheers,
Eliz
Thank you for caring Mike. You give so much, I know so many of us appreciate your knowledge and kind words. Each time I read your message it gives me kind of a "refill" to get through another day, week, etc. Gosh, if i had you in my life 10 to 20 years ago, I would probably be at genius level by now or a millionaire.
All the best to you in 2008.
Thank you,
Susan
Thank you for your inspiration. This year I am kicking it into gear and I appreciate the emails you send. Best wishes to you and yours for 2008!
Ypu always give such a good message.
I just lost my soul-mate husband who was my life.
I am looking for a mentor-team in taking my business to a higher level.
Keep the messages coming
In loving life Elizabeth
Mike-thank you-I teach a school-to-career program to high school seniors and everyday I serve them by sharing my wisdom. It is good to be reminded how important it is to share our wisdom with them. I plant the seed.
Mike,
Thank You for the powerfull message you sent out. You are so right. I have coached basketball for many years as a hobby. One message I have communicated to players if you are struggling focus on making someone else better and you will find you are struggling no more. I am a Financial Planner and spend my life solving problems for others. Yet as human being we are all susceptable to taking ourselfs to seriously. The worries, insecurities, are a result of thinking of becoming to self absorbed with, "ME". When those thoughts enter ones life. We need to take the focus off ourself and Create Value for others, Solving peoples problems no matter how small, Enlarging peoples lives, Creating Value for others. I do believe Small simple things done consistently create major results. Jeff
Wow! Powerful words, Mike! This one needs to be read and re-read every day! What we do in life, echos through eternity. I will do my best to hold that thought and grow my little 1% a day and serve others daily. We grow through service. I do believe that with all my heart. Thank you for the reminder. Service, grow, love each other. amen. wow!
Hi Mike,
Happy new year 2008.
I am from Indonesia with full sunny day all year.
Thank you for new thinking like abundant of sunlight.
You are absolutely right about serving others - although sometimes it seems as if there are no others around who are interested in what I have to offer - The biggest challenge is not that I don't have so many things and ways to help others - but just how it is that I might let them become aware of that which I have to offer? - If what we do echos through eternity - I am sure that there is also the part of the equation that at least someone has to be able to know about what it is that we (no matter who it is) have to offer (someone has to be able to hear that echo)! Even you, Mike, can touch so many more people's lives, if only they will be able to become aware of you and your programs and your teachings, and I believe that is why you have begun writing this blog and you have your web site. I remember purchasing your book in Barnes and Noble long before I had ever heard of you on the Internet and you have been able to reach so many more individuals now, but the journey has just begun!
thank you!
Walter
Mike, I have enjoyed your daily messages for several months. You have a gift for writing uplifting prose.
Thank you for your encouragement. It is always appreciated.
Happy New Year!
Marcia
Dear Mike,
Happy new year.The words are stimulating,encouraging,motivating,expressive,imaginative & above all inspirational.Thanks
Hello and Happy New Year Mike,
Your message today reminds me of page 29 of The Power of Concentration;
"Genius is but a will to do little things with Infinite Pains. Little things well done OPEN the Door of Opportunity for Bigger Things."
I might ad that it is all those "Little Things" and "Bigger Things" that "echo through eternity."
Thank you so very much Mike.
Again, I wish you and yours a very happy, healthy and prosperous new year.
Roger
Grateful for the blog Mike,this last week your emails really helped me with some trying times.
Grateful for the blog Mike,this last week your emails really helped me with some trying times.
You are doing a great service to mankind.You have the power to influence people through your motivational writing.May God bless you with more of it.
Happy New Year! I was in the midst of berating myself for a mistake I made today, thinking what a terrible way to start the year. After reading your blog, I realized the need to forgive myself, to understand that 90+% of the time I do the right thing, and replaced negative thoughts with positive ones. Going along with the idea of living a empowered life by empowering others,I suggest reading the book, "How Full Is Your Bucket". The book matches your inspirational message.
My goal for 2008 is to support others to improve their wealth and their health, thus building my business through pouring value into their lives.
Today, I moved past my fear of talking to people about a product I love and which relieved my knee pain. Over hearing at the gym speaking about her knee pain, I spoke up in a gentle manner, providing information and a way to contact me if she desired. My fear was embraced and I survived.
MIKE,
This is tremendous.absolutely fantastic.
Your thoughts are revolutionary and should be applied by everyone for personal development.
Regards.
amol arte
mumbai india.
Mike,
You are truly a kindred spirit!
The lives we touch through unselfish service and devotion to the welfare of others, echo and resonate eternal Love flowing through us all.
Thanks for all the inspiration.
I wish you all possible good and happiness for 2008!
Lee
Happy New Year and Thanks a million for the inspiration.
Love Ya! You are the Greatest Mike!
Dear Mike: I wish you and your family God's richest blessing in the new year!
> What a beautiful message that you give in the begining of the year "What we do in life, echos through eternity"!
> It says it all as human being, we are here to serve one another, the more value we give to others, the more we shall receive, I like Jim Rohn said: You are not reap what you sow, but rather you will reap MORE than what you sowed"
> Thank you for continue providing such timely wisdom!
Well, everything starts from self. I believe if we look out we will grow. If we connect with others and share, we will grow. Great to receive uplifting msg in a trying year!
Mike,you have been chosen to inspire me.God chose you to lift the downs of my soul.You are my elevator to the highest of myself.You are on the top for me.There are many ways people talk to me.But you are peculiar in what you say and think.Your words are what I have longed for silently deep in my heart.May God richly and abundantly bless and enrich you in all aspects of your life.Prosperous NEW YEARS!
dear mike,
happy new year! i must confess - you are God sent!you have been able to affect millions of lives all over the world (including me) with your mails; helping us to continually discover our potentials in order to operate at our best...God bless you.
Hi Mike
You are an inspiration, I am in a process of personal growth. What you have written above encourages me to move up and really make things happen.
Thank you a million times...
Be Blessed always
Phindiwe
South Africa
Dear Mike,
I must confess, you impacted my life last year through you inspirational messages. I have set goals for myself that 2008 must be my year of rising.
God bless you richly as you have volunteered and you are still volunteering yourself to be used for changing people's lives. Keep on keeping home. You will be divinely rewarded. I love you but JESUS loves you most
Regards
MOSES
NIGERIA
May LOVE and BLESSINGS rain down on you...Thankyou so much...you've made these Irish eyes smile to-day..God Bless Marg
WOW What a wake up call this is happy new year Mike.
Mike,
WOW! Your motto, "You don't have to get it right, just get it going", has set me free.
I was raised with "if your gonna do something, do it right". This created such a challenge in starting, because I could always think of things to improve on, therfore waited 'til everything was just right!
While I continue to STRIVE for perfection, I can now get started (still trying to work on this), and improve on the ideas with time.
Thank You for the Freedom!
My best to you and your readers for a fabulous 2008!
Ken
You always strike that inner cord in me. Reminds me there is a reason why I am here on earth.
Many many thanks and I wish a wonderful 2008 filled with all of your desires beign fulfilled
Hi Mike,
This year beyond no shadow of a dought i am reaching places that i never dreamt of, iam holdind finaces that i never never dreamt of i am reaching to people that i never dreamt of, its all because your are my coach sent from heaven.
Mike,
As a professional copywriter I must say you write so captivating, so motivating, so enthousiastic, that you are a real example to all of us copywriters in the business.
May 2008 be the year that dwarfs all years past.
Copywriter Wim, Belgium
Mike,
This was sent to me and I thought it was awesome and wanted to share with you and your readers-
"Have a happy Two Thousand Great!"
Take care,
your student,
Pat
Dear Mike Litman:
Thank you for all the help, and direction, I am 71 Years, and It seems I am just begining My life, I am learing something new every day, God Bless you and Please keep up the great work, I am just now learning what life is all about, Thanks to you,and it is so rewarding to me and those I am trying to help, I never know what is coming my way, every day is a new experiance
I love you and want more, Thank you so much,And God Bless
Thank you for the message.....it is on time because I am feeling kind of 'blue' right now....Thanks
You are changing lives. God Bless!
you are my gift to a better person.thanks loads great man.
You are a blast. You truely understand this life. Words can't describe how I appreciate my association with you. We always get caught up in ourselves so much that we forget what is important in life. I have learnt from you that it is not the money or the material things we acquire but how much we have contributed to this life. Money comes to you only when you have made an impact in the lives of the others. And as you said sometime ago, "what you want for yourself, help others get it first." Right on the nail. Thanks! Thanks!! Thanks!!!
Ghana.
All your blogs are great!thank you!Have a happy new year!
thanks coach. i am proud of you too
Michael,
I really needed to hear this today. I thank you for personally continuing to send me emails. This one more so than the hundreds of others really got through to my inner conscious. The straight-forward how to is what is missing for me at this time. I've got great product,talent, and the right coachable spirit, I need the right coach!
ready to send.
Thanks for everything you do for your internet audience.
Mike,
Let this "herald angel" wish you and your readers Peace on Earth and Goodwill to All in the New Year!
Thank you so much. You are an inspiration. Thanks for all the positivity. I have been working on my personal developnent a lot and people do seem to like you more.
Thank you
Dear Mike,
You have been an inspiration to me for over a year. I look forward to reading your email daily and I have put to use your suggestions. I especially like, "You don't have to get it right, you just have to get it going." The world needs more positive people like you and I'll have you know, I am exuding positive vibes every day thanks to you. Happy New Year!
Great stuff, Mike! A friend told me about you and your site, and I've been really enjoying your emails and blogs. Happy New Year to you, and thanks again for sending such positive messages into the universe!
wow what i do today echoes through eternity...that doesnt allow one much time for self pity does it?
as one is led to consider the legacy one will leave behind and i'm finding myself aware of the rippling effect my thoughts and consequentially actions will have over the oncoming generations...Mike you are a visionary and pioneer thanks for sharing,not to be cliched but sharing is caring so keep it up
I have been in a rut with my job the past few months and have made the decision, after reading lots of your emails, that the only way that i can bring myself out of this rut it to put into practice the things that will move me forward...you dont have to get it right just get it going! Ilove that.
Thanks for sharing