I was honored to have the opportunity to attend the Oprah Event O You Live in Oct 2009.
It was absolutely an amazing experience.
After sitting through the event, I sat with myself and just basked in the wonder and excitement I was feeling.
I felt so validated that I was not alone in my struggles.
I felt so alive being in the company of inspired presenters and attendees.
So often we think people know so much more than us.
We think other people have these magical answers or unending strength or courage, and quite frankly, I'm finally convinced this simply isn't true.
Anyone in life that is successful and who appreciates their success recognizes and emphasizes it is hard work.
Not one presenter at O You said "Here's the magic pill".
Each one of them had their stories of how they reached success and none were easy.
What I concluded after the day's events were a few simple truths that were good reminders we're all in the same boat here and the rules apply to all of us.
Live in the Moment: Beating yourself up about the past is a waste of time.
Wondering or worrying about what is going to happen in the future is a waste of time.
Being excited about the life you have now and celebrating it is the key to success.
Prioritize and Plan: Make time for things that are important to you.
Create time in your schedule to make YOU and your goals your number one priority.
When you let go of what you say are your priorities you are letting go of YOU.
Visualize: Living in the moment is key, but envisioning what you want for your life is an essential part of being present today.
It provides purpose and a reason to get up each day.
When you have a vision you have a purpose.
Acceptance of Self: You are the only You on the planet.
You are the only one with your unique gifts and talents.
Don't underestimate yourself.
You're a gift as God intended.
Believe it! Have Fun: If you're not having fun, it's not worth it.
Doing what you love is the key to happiness.
Having fun is the key to discovering your passion and purpose.
Without fun you're lost and empty.
Action: Everyone has fear.
Move through the fear and DO it ANYWAY.
It was absolutely an amazing experience.
After sitting through the event, I sat with myself and just basked in the wonder and excitement I was feeling.
I felt so validated that I was not alone in my struggles.
I felt so alive being in the company of inspired presenters and attendees.
So often we think people know so much more than us.
We think other people have these magical answers or unending strength or courage, and quite frankly, I'm finally convinced this simply isn't true.
Anyone in life that is successful and who appreciates their success recognizes and emphasizes it is hard work.
Not one presenter at O You said "Here's the magic pill".
Each one of them had their stories of how they reached success and none were easy.
What I concluded after the day's events were a few simple truths that were good reminders we're all in the same boat here and the rules apply to all of us.
Live in the Moment: Beating yourself up about the past is a waste of time.
Wondering or worrying about what is going to happen in the future is a waste of time.
Being excited about the life you have now and celebrating it is the key to success.
Prioritize and Plan: Make time for things that are important to you.
Create time in your schedule to make YOU and your goals your number one priority.
When you let go of what you say are your priorities you are letting go of YOU.
Visualize: Living in the moment is key, but envisioning what you want for your life is an essential part of being present today.
It provides purpose and a reason to get up each day.
When you have a vision you have a purpose.
Acceptance of Self: You are the only You on the planet.
You are the only one with your unique gifts and talents.
Don't underestimate yourself.
You're a gift as God intended.
Believe it! Have Fun: If you're not having fun, it's not worth it.
Doing what you love is the key to happiness.
Having fun is the key to discovering your passion and purpose.
Without fun you're lost and empty.
Action: Everyone has fear.
Move through the fear and DO it ANYWAY.