WhatFinger


Power of the mind, create the physical reality of competing and succeeding as champions

Unlocking a Key to Personal Excellence! 




By William McCreary, PhD.——--January 28, 2009

Lifestyles | CFP Comments | Reader Friendly | Subscribe | Email Us


One of the greatest secrets of champions in all areas of life and sport is often overlooked by the ‘masses of mediocrity’ as being unimportant, trivial or it is seen as being ‘way too easy’ to be of such a significant value. Yet every champion, every successful endeavor and individual is founded upon this truth. Businesses, sports teams, executives and leaders of industry and nations have all attempted to tap into this source of power. They understand the ability that this principle has in motivating individuals to perform at higher levels than they individually believe they could achieve.

Support Canada Free Press


They activate the power of their minds, individually and collectively, to create the physical reality of competing and succeeding as champions. They experienced the emotions and reality of the victory before they actually completed the foundational groundwork for the actuality of the success. They believed it was real. They imagined it occurring. They saw it already completed a done deal. In the personal realm, these life champions understand that the activation of a proper mindset is the foundation for the body to physically perform according to the consistent messages the body receives from the mind. They understand that the thoughts of the mind have the emotional charge needed to provide the catalyst for movement forward in the physical realm. There is a simple formula that can allow you to develop a successful foundation for accomplishing those goals that lie before you. It is called ‘The Five V’s”. Let’s review the formula with an example that is a common cause of concern for athletes and non-athletes alike; losing weight. 

 Visualize: See in your mind's eye how you will look, feel and behave after mastering the new behavior or attitude. ‘Experience’ in your mind the positive changes and benefits that arise from manifesting these changes in you. The more vivid, concrete and consistent you can make this visual image, the greater your chances of mastery. Make the goals both physically and time realistic. Losing 80 pounds in 2 months is neither time nor physically possible, save for amputation of major limbs. The more consistently and powerfully you can see the end result already accomplished, the greater the odds that your visualization will become a reality. 

 Value: Attach great positive value, worth and pleasure to the visual imagery. Also attach great negative pain to not changing. The greater the positive or negative values that you associate with success or failure, the greater the level of success in reaching your goal. If not achieving your goal is ‘no big deal’, and then you will not be motivated to ‘enjoy the sacrifices’ that lead to lasting change. If not losing my excess weight is bringing me dramatically closer to getting diabetes or having a heart attack, I need to evaluate if such an outcome would be sufficient cause to change. Well? You cannot change for anyone else. The motivation needs to come from within, not without. You need to possess a powerful, internalized burning rather than an externally imposed set of standards and expectations. 

 Vanquish: The bad habits, circumstances and self-defeating talk that keeps you from achieving what you internally desire to do or become. Decide what actions you currently choose that perpetuate the outcomes that you want to change. You may need to decide to avoid the drive thrus or late night meals. Replace these self defeating behaviors with those choices that will bring about the changes we desire. Remember, if you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you have always got. 

 Validation: Evaluate yourself for regular progress and growth. Build short-term rewards into your process of change. Make your goals realistic (½ to 2 pounds per week) and reward yourself wisely for progress made and short term goals reached. (No, a case of beer is not an appropriate reward for a pound lost). Mostly, talk to yourself. Let yourself hear words of support and encouragement and congratulations. But mostly hear them from yourself. Too often, we subject ourselves to verbal degradation, self ridicule, doubt and negative what ifs. It is time to change the negative programming that we have been subjected too in the past and change the tape in our head to play messages of hope, change and power. 

 Victory: Now is not the time to congratulate yourself on a job well done by sitting on your laurels (although they should be smaller now then when you started). Set new goals and continue the process. If you cannot think of anything else you want to change, ask those around you for suggestions. This simple formula does not guarantee that you will complete every pass thrown or hit every ball out of the park. It will set a solid foundation that will allow you to increase the probability of success in achieving your goals. If you fail in your attempts, re-evaluate to see if one of the steps was missed, re-align your efforts and then keep moving forward. 

When your changes and goals revolve around either physical or psychological issues, please seek for help and advice from qualified professionals. 
 Remember, the most uncomfortable place to be is in your comfort zone. Change is inevitable, change is good. Change is power. Change is up to you! Understanding the principles behind changing your mind programming may take a little work and direction. But the effort that you put into your personal journey of change will pay you unbelievable dividends. That’s not rocket science, its common sense. But remember, if you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you have always done. William McCreary, PhD., Doctor of Natural Medicine Contributing Writer and Instructor (Energy Psychology) Energy Psychology, an area of study within the Complimentary Health Care Field, can help you to tap into the science behind understanding the power that you hold in your mind, for both good or ill. If you desire more information about recommended energy psychology courses and instruction (because not all courses or instructors are create equal), please feel free to contact this author for his recommendations. Randy McCreary has studied the interplay between the mind, spirit and body and its impact on both the development and reversal of disease conditions for the past 15 years. He has brought this vast information together into an effective format known as Neurotherapy. This self healing energetic psychological protocol deals with the optimization of the interplay between the Mind, Spirit and Body of the individual. Randy is also a highly sought after international speaker, author and educator on various topics within the field of health and wellness. He is renowned for his ability to powerfully impact his audiences through knowledge, humour, common sense and compassion.


View Comments

Guest Column William McCreary, PhD. -- Bio and Archives

Items of notes and interest from the web.


Sponsored