adminNyaradzo Mavindidze Motivation for success
AT this point in my life I strongly refuse to go with the thinking of the masses. Thus far what has mob psychology brought me in the past decade?
As Zimbabwean businesspeople and entrepreneurs we have lost ground in the past decade as we have paralysed ourselves by our thinking and words. I’m not dull enough to dismiss the major role that politics plays in the economy but I am wise enough to realise that a lot of my life depends on me as well. “As a man thinketh so is he!”
I am choosing to cognitively recondition myself and shape my destiny. I hope you can join me. ZIMBABWE; LET’S HIT THE GROUND RUNNING AND CREATE THE ZIMBABWE WE WANT!
I choose to focus on a positive future and participate positively in the Zimbabwe I want. I realise that this is not just about me but about my
posterity.
What will it benefit me to speak ill of, gloat or curse the very nation I expect to prosper in?
1. Die to the past
Forget what you know. Forget what everyone has told you. Die to the past, and while you’re at it, remember: the present is not a means to get to the future. If you think of it that way, you will be perpetually unfulfilled.
Be mindful of today, because the past is over, and the future doesn’t exist. The only moment is now. Now is the time to implement strategies and to push your faith beyond KNOWN levels.
2. Surrender to the unknown
Surrendering has never been my forte because I have a tendency to want to control my environments, which means I can end up living in the future, not in the present moment. Worrying is wasted energy, and no amount of those toxic thoughts will ever change the outcome.
Regardless of your spiritual beliefs, trust that you will never come up against more than you can handle.
3. Dare to dream
The limitations we perceive are put in place by us and only us. Silencing the critical voices of others and that critical voice within you will allow you to get in touch with your desires and the possibilities of achieving them. It is the “impossible” that stretches you, shows you what you can become, and aids in the formation of who you are meant to be.
4. Support yourself
A rock solid support system is essential, but you cannot overcome an obstacle if you don’t believe in yourself. Have confidence in yourself and your abilities because if you don’t, no one else will either.
The negative thoughts that you harbour about yourself and your environment will ultimately be sent out into the universe and affect how your life unfolds.
When you believe in your potential, your life will take on a whole new expression. “I can’t” turns into “I will”.
5. Go all in
Anyone who has experienced any kind of success understands that it does not come without hard work, discipline and dedication. When you come from behind and achieve the impossible, the triumph seems so much greater. Determination, commitment, and a burning desire to see your dreams through will help you achieve any goal your intuition guides you toward.
Now, is the time to hit the ground running and go in the direction of your dreams, even if they seem impossible. We deserve unbounded success. I have faith in you and I and all that we can be. Do you?
- Nyaradzo Mavindidze, a motivational speaker, is the Managing Consultant at Avodah Consultants, which specialises in soft skills training and coaching. For feedback, email [email protected]
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