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GiGi

James Ray from Larry King Live

I hope you were able to watch the Larry King Live segment last night. If not, you can get the transcript here:

Larry King Transcript

One of the panelists was James Ray, a rather famous self-help guru in his own right. He has a Science of Success program based upon the theories of quantum physics. If you're not sure what quantum physics is, here's my brief synopsis:

Quantum Physics Explanation

What's great about the Science of Success is it includes two audio conference calls, his book, 6 CD's plus several other special bonuses you should check out.

And here's the kicker - he has a 30 day trial. Big deal, right? Yes, but he actually only charges you for the shipping for the first 30 days. So if you don't like it, just send it back. I doubt you will - he does some great stuff.

So check out Science of Success

Also, here's a pretty cool Wisdom Flash video from ConsciousOne:

James Ray Wisdom Flash

Enjoy!

GiGi

Interview on Larry King tonight!

Sorry about this late notice, but I just found out that some of the people in "The Secret" are going to be on Larry King Live tonight! Actually, it's part two of an interview series. I missed the first one.

If you get Larry King Live in your area, try and catch this one!

And if you missed The Secret - catch it here: http://thesecret.tv/

Enjoy!

GiGi

Secret Of Success

I read an article recently where researchers have shown that you don't need to have an innate talent in order to be successful. Okay, something probably most of us have heard before. But there's more to it than that. In fact, it turns out most of the great successes in the world did NOT have any innate talent. They became successful at their chosen profession by hard work, practice and long hours. It's not a matter of just "putting in the time". They did it by focusing their hours of work on what is called "deliberate practice". It means an activity that's explicitly intended to improve performance, that reaches for objectives just beyond one's level of competence, provides feedback on results and involves high levels of repetition.

Wow - that's a mouthful! It's what separates the "greats" from the "not-so-greats". Actually, it usually takes around ten years of this "deliberate practice" before "greatness" or "success" is accomplished. Even though we now know that we don't necessarily have to have an innate talent to succeed, how can we develop the persistence and focus it requires to go through years of "deliberate practice"?

That's where purpose and passion come in. Every life of power must have a great master purpose which takes precedence over all other motives. The person with a vigorous purpose is a positive, constructive, creative force. No one can be resourceful, inventive, original or creative without powerful concentration; and the undivided focusing of the mind is only possible along the line of the ambition, the life purpose. We cannot focus the mind upon a thing we are not interested in and enthusiastic about.

There is an infinite distance between the wishers and the doers. Most of us go to work every day and we may like our jobs well enough but we know in our hearts it is not our life's calling or passion. We are only loosely connected to our work and usually can't wait to go home. That's hardly a passion, is it? Imagine having a strong, persistent purpose - the kind that burns all the bridges behind it and works through all the obstacles no matter how long it takes.

There is great power in a resolution that has no reservation in it a strong, persistent, tenacious purpose which burns all bridges behind it, clears all obstacles from its path, and arrives at its goal, no matter how long it may take, no matter what the sacrifice or the cost.

The inspiration of a great, positive purpose transforms the life. When the awakening power of a new purpose is born in a man, he is a new creature. He sees everything in a new light. The doubts, the fears, the apathy, the vicious temptations which dogged his steps only yesterday, the stagnation which had blighted his past life, all vanish as if by magic. They are dispelled by the breath of a new purpose.

Do you remember the high of first being in love? Just last week, the world was a lousy place to live, yet today it all seems so beautiful. Grab on to that feeling. That is what you need to feel to have your life's passion. Many times, an inspiration will come to us, but because it is not a convenient time, we do nothing about it. The idea or thought remains for a while, but gradually fades away as we do nothing about it. The postponing habit will kill the strongest initiative. Too much caution and lack of confidence are fatal enemies of initiative. It is much easier to actually do something about the inspiration or thought while the passion for it is strong. Next time you have a "divine" inspiration (and you will), do something about it! Drop everything and at least write it down.

Remember at the beginning of this article, I pointed out that most of the successful people in the world got there from 'deliberate" practice over years of time? Here's some examples:

Tiger Woods - many say his "natural talent" for golf makes it look effortless. But he started playing at 18 months and had 15 years of practice before he won his first major tournament.

Michael Jordan - if his "talent" for basketball was so innate, why did he get cut from his high school basketball team?

Jerry Rice - one of the all-time great football receivers, was passed up by 15 teams because he was considered too slow.

Okay, now you KNOW you can accomplish anything. You don't need talent. You know the secret of success is deliberate practice. What's the next step? How do you form a plan?
There are many tools and resources to help you with making a plan. Keep reading and learning! One amazing tool I have found that helps you create, focus and attain your goals doesn't cost a dime! It's called Simpleology. Read about it here:

Simpleology - The Simple Science of Getting What You Want

Free Live Learning Event May 10th

If you haven't heard of Joe Vitale, I'm surprised. But here's your chance. He's one of the biggest marketers known on the internet, has several famous books, websites, promotions, etc.

On May 9th, he'll be doing one of his world-famous publicity stunts (sorry, I don't know what it's about). But the next day, he's doing a live telecall to tell Simpleology members how he did his new stunt. It's called

"How to "Barnumize" Your Business:
5 Proven Ways to Get Fame, Fortune, and Immortality"

Tune in -- I'm sure it will be a lot of fun and energy. Here's the details on how to sign up for the call. If (by chance) you aren't a Simpleology member, it's free and easy to sign up.

Sign up here: Joe Vitale Free Call

See you there!

GiGi
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Share The Secret!

The secret is finally out. If you've been getting all the emails announcing a "Secret" movie, it's finally here.

I must admit - I was a bit skeptical of all the hype. I'm not much of a "hype" fan, although I do succumb to it occasionally.

This is a full length movie about the "secret" of all the successful, happy, people throughout the ages. Do you know the secret? Chances are, you've heard of it before, if you've done ANY self-help research in the last 5-10 years. I wouldn't call it something new.

What makes this movie different is the scope and depth that the "secret" is covered. I've never seen it presented in such a practical and helpful manner before. Almost every modern-day self-help guru (and I hate that term) is shown in this film, giving some advice, telling a story or explaining a point.

It's only $4.95 to watch it on your computer -- well worth the money. I'm going to order the DVD because I think this will be as big as "What the Bleep" and one of those movies you can show to your friends and family.

Go check it out for yourself. Let me know if you agree.

What Is The Secret?

Enjoy!

GiGi
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If You Like or Need to Search the Net...

I have found a really cool program. Okay, this has nothing to do with self help products, but this is so great, I just had to tell you about it.

It's called Search Automator and it will literally save you hours of searching for something online. From this one program, you can search for anything in any format in almost any search engine. I could go on and on about how it works, but the sales page is much better than I am. There's a video explaining how the program works. It's not hard, but you do have to play around with it a little to see all the features it offers.

Derek also has a free email course about searching in general. I recommend signing up for that even if you don't get Search Automator because it has some great tips for searching in general.

The reason I'm telling you about this now is because he's coming out with an upgrade called Search Automator Pro and it's going to be a lot more money. If you buy the first version BEFORE the Pro version comes out, you'll get the upgrade for free!

The price is dirt cheap considering how powerful this program is and how much time it will save you. I waited to buy it, thinking "I'll get it later", but as soon as he mentioned the upgrade, I hurried to buy the first version. Boy, am I glad I did! I've already used it several times in my business searchings.

Hop on over to the sales page and read and watch about all it can do. This isn't hyped-up sales talk -- I've bought it and I've used it. It's great! Plus, he doesn't follow up with a bunch of emails trying to sell you more stuff. (Or, at least he hasn't so far!)

Maybe you can't use it, but I'll bet you know someone who can! College students I think would LOVE this program!

Okay, I'm done gushing. Go check it out: Search Automator

GiGi
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