THE BIG MYTH OF "SUCCESS" AND "ENLIGHTENMENT"

We're all looking for that one significant change, that one enormous transformation that will take us to the next level. And I get it - the idea of immense business success is sexy. It's exciting. The concept of reaching enlightenment on a spiritual quest is inspiring. It's what we see in the movies and read about in books. But here's the thing: success doesn't happen like that. It's not an overnight process. We never arrive there. But, yes, you can and will experience many moments of both on the journey.  

Success & Enlightenment are a series of well-managed breakdowns followed by adjustments and then mini-breakthroughs. The small changes and the daily commitment made over a long period add up to results. When we are on our "A game," we can string together many moments of success and enlightenment.  

Buying into the expectation that they can be obtained or held is exceptionally hazardous.   The truth is life will continue to offer new paths that will open up for us to continue on our journey toward enlightenment or success. The journey travels inwards and offers challenges, struggles, friction, and stress. Obsessing about the ultimate destination creates doubt and frustration and, most times, causes people to quit. The journey is the transformation, which offers ease, joy, liberation, and knowing, personally and professionally.  

The next time you feel doubtful or frustrated on your journey, remember that obtaining success or enlightenment is a myth. Both are slow and steady process that never ends; there is NO shortcut or destination. If there was, there would be no enlightenment or success to aspire to. Both are simply lifestyle commitments and choices to be made and practiced daily.