Conclusion

A New Way of Life

 

This time, like all times, is a very good one, if we but know what to do with it.

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

In our journey together thus far, we've seen the powerful influence of culture and how we're exposed every day to the affluenza virus. This inhibits our pursuit of what we really want: great experiences, great relationships, and the discipline and self-control that lead to a life of freedom and passion. We looked at how we get in our own way more than anything else and at how love, wisdom, and courage form the foundation for extraordinary performance and the powerful energy of resonance. We also saw how suffering and discipline are intertwined and how the fear of dying prevents us from truly living.

Armed with the knowledge of our self-centered nature and its limiting effects, we have the option each day to move away from fear and toward high performance and long-term fulfillment. We can choose to lead with the heart, expand our vision, and be fully present.

To lead with the heart is to connect with your true self—that is, to seek who you are at your best and how that person would live, feel, and compete. To expand your vision is to continually adjust your map of the world to see the unseen: the ideas, beauty, and focus that redefine each moment. An expansive vision captures the wisdom that leads to learning, growth, and great experiences.

As you learn more, you'll challenge your old beliefs and pursue a purpose that serves the greater good. To be fully present is to have a clear mind and an unburdened heart as you connect with the beauty and excellence of each moment. For this you need to keep a simple mind and focus on what matters most—your internal world. It takes courage to live in the present because it’s there that you see who you really are. This is where you connect with your true self, as well as the sacred moments of resonance…