by Dream Team | Aug 27, 2015 | blog |
Although math may not be your thing, it can be pretty relevant to use as a guide to happiness. Happiness is unique to each of us, and is a result of a combination of different internal and external circumstances that provide us value and fulfilment. For some of us, family is everything. Whereas for others, work takes a priority. The way I see it, there is no right or wrong here. The important thing is you know what makes you most happy, and then experience it over and over again. And that’s where simple math can help. No lengthy formulas at this stage, just a few steps and a simple pie chart to help you map out the areas of your life deserve special attention. Your Guide To Happiness Pie Chart: Family: We are brought into this world and raised by our families; because of this they become one of our largest sources of learning, love and support. We do not choose our family nor control them. We do not choose our parents, our siblings and even in some cultures, our partners. What we can do however, is have influence over the type of relationship we have with those family members. Research affirms that the quality of family relationships is more important than the size or composition of the family. Whether positive or negative you may choose to learn and lean on them, otherwise may need to search for ways to separate or learn from their negatives. Social: Humans are social by nature. We rely on the emotional connections from one another for love, support, entertainment and comfort....
by Dream Team | Aug 24, 2015 | blog |
You’ve heard the advice a million times. To be successful, you have to __________ [Insert foolproof idea here]. The question however is, does it work for you? Because let’s face it – working hard at a job you hate, making big bucks, taking a vacation, driving a sports car might look like living a successful life to some, but not necessarily everyone. It’s pretty amazing to see how many people equate success with making more money. In reality, these are the very people who often are miserable, unhappy and confused about their real purpose. Turns out we need a new way to define success. It’s about living a deeper, and not faster, life. It starts with doing what makes you happy, although that may not necessarily make you rich instantly. You are more likely to be rich if you are happy but not the other way around. Take startups for example. There were 500,000+ entrepreneurs who launched a new business in 2012 knowing fully well that only a handful will reach the fame of people such as Zuckerberg, for example. But those numbers don’t dissuade these business owners to keep going year after year – clearly, they are being driven by something more than money. So what is your “something”? What drives you? What does success mean to you? To answer that question, we all need some inspiration from time to time. So we compiled a list of best quotes on success that will motivate you and contribute to your success. (It’s a great idea to bookmark and come back to this anytime you need a fresh dose of...
by Dream Team | Jul 24, 2015 | blog |
When people talk about success, they often think about having lots of money, 3 houses, a boat…and an island! These are certainly nice things to have, but having these alone does not guarantee you personal happiness. Some of the richest people are the loneliest and saddest. Money doesn’t buy everything and certainly cannot entitle you to to true, personal success. “Over the past few years, new research has given us a much deeper understanding of the relationship between what we earn and how we feel. Economists have been scrutinizing the links between income and happiness across nations, and psychologist have probed individuals to find out what really makes us tick when it comes to cash” (Blackman 2014) The problem is, it is easy to equate money with security and freedom. People commonly make the mistake of putting all their time and energy into achieving a higher income, leaving little time for anything else. They exhaust their ability to develop deep connections with others, build a family, focus on love and health. They usually end up feeling empty, lonely and like something is missing. Having a high income and lavish life style sound appealing, yet are external factors and unless you devote them towards self fulfilling experiences, they will not contribute to personal success alone. “Experiences are worth more than you think” (Blackman 2014) Ultimately it is what we feel that lays the foundation for personal happiness and success. When we work on our inner experiences, we are more likely to feel positive emotions such as joy, affection, tranquillity, and gratitude. Regardless of whether we have money or not, we...
by Dream Team | Jul 9, 2015 | blog |
In a world that exceeds a population of 7 billion people, you may find yourself wondering how to stand out from the rest? Well that’s a pretty common feeling and whilst some people shy away from the crowds, others are struggling to find a sense of individuality and uniqueness. Being unique helps to give us a sense of self-worth and importance. I most certainly seek to maintain my individualism and try to hold on to anything that makes me…… well me! Here are a few tips to help you find your point of difference…… Know that you are already unique: There are so many factors that contribute to making us who we are. Your genetics, your experiences, personality and outlook can only be a result of you. Recognize what it is that makes you unique and embrace it. Don’t ‘try’ to be normal: Naturally as humans, we try to fit in with others. This is often a natural reaction to avoid criticism or looking strange. It’s generally a ‘stay safe’ reaction. Be mindful of your tendency to try fit in, and where it may be in face hindering your uniqueness. Don’t try to be ‘ab-normal’: This might be trying to ‘fake’ something that you’re not in order to stand out or be ‘better’ than those around you. Sometimes you might actually look ‘weird’. Being unique is being your authentic, genuine self. Acknowledge and embrace it. Be confident: Confidence isn’t about proving yourself; it is about being content just the way you are. Being confident is trusting that you ‘good enough’ and reflecting that in the way you carry yourself....
by Dream Team | May 22, 2015 | blog |
You hear about a lot of people who make it big early in life. People who come straight out of college and jump into an incredible career. People who have a brilliant idea at 21 and just run with it. But what about the rest of us? How does success find us? I spent 20 years searching for something that would help me become the person I always wanted to be. A job that would make me feel fulfilled and a project that would help to change lives. But nothing stuck. Nothing I found made a difference…. I felt lost. Stranded. And running out of time. One day I woke up and decided that something had to change. It clicked for me that I was truly worth more and that the risks I’d been hiding from weren’t even that scary. Sometimes you have to step outside your comfort zone, give your life a little shake and get on with the next phase. At 37 I started to find my calling. I entered a world where we were encouraged to think differently. Where success was the norm. Where people could be the people they had always wanted to be. I stepped into my true self and started living a life of purpose. 11 years later, I’m not going back. This journey is incredible and I’m reaching from strength to strength. Your Success is about helping anyone find what they’re made of and start creating life on your terms. Here’s the five keys that changed everything for me: 1. Focus on others This one can be really hard, especially...
by Dream Team | May 13, 2015 | blog |
You’ve been hurt in the past. And that sucks. You cannot move past something your partner did or your mom said. Maybe a friend’s piercing comment is stuck in your mind. What’s important though is you decide what to do with all that past hurt. Do you sit back, wallow in your misery, wondering about the ever-elusive “why me” question all this time? Do you endlessly ruminate about the past, getting stuck into the downward spiral of negative thinking? Or do you prefer to bounce back and make a conscious decision to take it as a learning experience and move on? Often, we’re unintentionally living in the past. We taste our food at the restaurant and think “It’s not as good as what they had the last time”. We sip our coffee and think “I wish it had less sugar”. We’re constantly ruminating on the past (or the future). According to Eckhart Tolle, we create and maintain problems in our lives because it gives us an identity. Most people replay past mistakes and painful situations over and over in their minds. They cling to frustration. They obsess and feel victimised by these experiences. In the end, no matter what the cause of your trauma, its impact on your life mainly lies in the story you tell yourself and the emotion you attach to the situation. When it’s time to let go, here are seven tips that will help you move on (even when it’s hard): 1. Decide that it is time to let go They say awareness is 90% of the journey. The first step is to acknowledge your...
by Dream Team | Apr 13, 2015 | blog |
How cool would it be to have nothing in your way. To have a perfect path lay out in front of you, with no hurdles, walls or cracks. We get 100s of new members each week in Your Success. Every single one of them wants to create success on their own terms and by their own definition.. They want to help people. They want to make a real difference. They want to be surrounded by successful people. They want the lifestyle that comes with it all. But the path ahead is not clear. And the biggest obstacle is – Your excuses. It’s easy to sit back and think of reasons why not to become a coach. It’s not a straight forward path and it’s not right for everyone. But for people who know they are ready to live a life of inspiration and purpose none of the “17 biggest excuses why most people never get started as a coach” will get it their way. Excuse number one: 1. It’s not the right time This is one of my favourites. And it’s a good one. There is no right answer. There is no perfect time. There will always be things getting in your way. Firstly ask yourself “Why is it the wrong time”? And secondly “When is that going to change”? If you’re passionate about building a business that supports you and your family while helping people to achieve the best versions of themselves then it is the right time to get started today. 2. I don’t know what I’d coach. I don’t have any experience Coaching is an incredible...
