Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal. –Pamela Vaull Starr

A woman lay on her bed at the end of her life waiting to die.

Her dream came to pay his last respects and bid farewell to the woman who had never used it.

As it entered the room the woman hung her head down in shame and embarrassment.

“Why did you not realize me?” the dream asked.

“Because I was afraid,” the woman replied.

“Afraid of what?” asked the dream.

“I was afraid I would fail.”

“But haven’t you failed by not attempting to use me?”.

“Yes I did. But I’ve been busy. I always thought there would be tomorrow to pursue my dreams.”

“You Foolish woman!” said the dream. “Did it never occur to you that there was only ever today? The moment that you are in right now? Do you think now that death is here you can put it off until tomorrow?”

“No…” sighed the woman, a tear gently slipping down her cheek.

The dream was softer now, because it knew that there were two types of pain, the pain of discipline and the pain of regret, and while discipline weighs mere ounces, regret weighs pounds.

Then the dream leaned forward to gently wipe the tear away from her cheek and whispered, “You need only have taken the first step, and I would have taken one to meet you, for the only thing that ever separated us was the belief in your mind that you couldn’t have me”.

Then they said goodbye and they both died.

(Adapted from anonymous story about a man’s dream.)

Thomas Edison dreamed of a lamp that could be operated by electricity, began where he stood to put his dream into action, and despite more than ten thousand failures, he stood by that dream until he made it a physical reality. Practical dreamers do not quit!

(Think n Grow Rich)

How many times have you pursued your dreams, goals and desires? More than 10,000 times?

Then you never know if you’ll succeed in making your dreams come true – until the last attempt that succeeds!

Do dreams come true?
Dream fulfillment – does it really start with a decision?

Lack of confidence is a dream KILLER!

Bullied as a boy, Paul Potts found his escape in music, in singing. His voice was his best friend.

He “almost” gave up his passion for singing. In debt, after years of illness, he all but abandoned his passion for Opera.

Until he got on Britain’s Got Talent, Paul was in “settle-mode.”

Paul said, “I settled in to being a mobile sales person…”

His mindset was stuck in “I’m-not-good-enough-mode.”

Mr. Potts admitted, “I almost didn’t send the application in…”

Wow! The world would’ve missed out BIG TIME if he listened to the dream-killing-demons of doubt.

What is the world missing out on when you hold back your talents, skills and abilities? What drives you? What kind of difference would your life be like if you “took a chance” and pursued YOUR dreams?

Paul Potts in New York, America, TV Interview NBC – Dreams

From Rags to Riches

To all of those bullies out there…
Paul says, “Thank You!”

To all those who say, I hope his success doesn’t change Paul Potts, now that he’s won, and made his dreams come true… I say – I hope it DOES!

I hope he “settles in” to his REAL destiny for his life, full of unstoppable confidence, love and respect for himself, and those around him; I hope he reaches ALL his dreams this year: quickly paying off his debts, fulfilling his next dream of finally having a family of his own, and is successfully singing and selling his music to the world for the rest of his life.

Yes – I hope this DOES change Paul Potts, and he loves every single minute of it.

God knows – the world is a much better place now that we all got the chance to meet Paul Potts!

To all you who worry about people staying “humble” (which really means “staying down on yourself”) don’t worry – he’ll always be “Paul Potts”, but he’ll be a more fulfilled Paul Potts because his spirit has now been filled as he is living his true destiny. The world has recognized his talent, and we all benefit as a result of Paul Potts pursuing his dream.

Success eluded this Welshman… lack of confidence almost killed his destiny… until… one day… he “took a chance”, he “made a decision” and most importantly, he “took action!” He submitted his application, and pursued his dream – despite what the voices tried to prevent him from doing. WOW! What a Triumph!

What will YOU do TODAY to pursue YOUR Dreams?

Remember – the world will be a much better place when YOU live YOUR Destiny.

Don’t let ANYONE tell you different – especially that still small voice you hear in your head called FEAR.

Instead – listen to your Coach – and pursue your Destiny every day! Take some type of small action each and every day to make your dreams come true. Because one day, you’ll wake up, and realize you’re living your true purpose – and the world will thank you for it!

To those of you who have bullies in your life (either real or in your head) thank them – because ultimately, they made you a stronger person. Use Paul Potts as a source of inspiration for your dreams.

Get past the negative thinking – the “bullies in your mind” and remember – YOU ARE SOMEBODY!!! You’re __________ __________!!! (Fill in the blanks with your name.)

Britain’s Got Talent – with Paul Potts coming to town!

This is the moment we’ve ALL been waiting for… 2 million votes later – and now …
The results are in!!!!

Did Paul Potts win the show?
Will he perform for the Queen?

Or did he just win his confidence and a better life, now that he knows what he’s truly made of?

Watch and see for yourself.

Again – I dare you not to cry.

Britain’s Got Talent FINAL RESULTS SHOW with Paul Potts

Now – for your motivational minute…

Who is someone that YOU believe in?
Your children? Your friend? Your spouse?
Take a moment to forward this post to them and encourage THEM to pursue THEIR dream – knowing that YOU believe in them – and want them to win in life.

It’s amazing what a little bit of belief and encouragement will do for someone to help them pursue their destiny. Look at what it did for Paul Potts. Now YOU can be that person who encourages another person’s talent, gifts or abilities… TODAY!

It’s an honor to be
Your Motivational MD,
Deborah Cole Micek

Paul Potts – Mobile salesman by day… Opera Singer in private

The world of show business seemed to be a million miles away for Mr. Paul Potts from South Wales as he stepped on the stage in this 1st video of “Britain’s Got Talent”.

A mobile phone sales person by day.
An opera singer in secret.

Paul Pott’s Dream?
“To spend my life doing what I feel I was born to do…
to sing Opera.”

Watch the judges “initial reaction” to Paul Pott’s “DREAM” of singing Opera.

(Ever feel that look from others when you share your dreams to negative people, who “think small”?)

Then, watch the judges AND the crowd’s “FINAL reaction” to Paul Pott’s “DREAM” of singing Opera – and you tell me – does Paul Potts have a chance of making his dream come true?

I dare you not to be moved.

This video is so powerful, you don’t even need to like Opera or even have speakers turned up on your computer to FEEL the emotion behind Paul Potts performance.

I dare you not to reach for a tissue.

I dare you not to jump up out of your chair and take some type of action – large or small – to reach for YOUR dreams after watching this video.

I dare ya’!

As you watch this Inspirational Video a 2nd and 3rd time around… imagine the crowds reaction being YOUR crowd of raving fans! Imagine they’re all cheering YOU on to achieve your destinty… to be great… to be brilliant!

And as the judges give their “expert” opinion… imagine they’re saying YES to YOU and your goals.

You may want to bookmark this page and watch it daily for the next 21 days. And be sure to catch the next 4 posts of remaining videos to follow over the next 4 days…

Stay tuned! And Get Motivated NOW!

Your Motivational Coach,
Deborah Cole Micek
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PS: Thanks go to John Allen Mollenhauer from MyTrainer.com for originally turning me on to Paul Potts and this video. I was an instant fan of Paul Potts, the weekend this video came out and wanted to figure out how to vote for him in “Britain’s Got Talent” TV show series all the way from Hawaii.

Apparently… I didn’t have to… the world stood on its feet for him in his 2nd performance as he moved to the next round… stay tuned for tomorrow’s next video and post as we follow Paul Pott’s pursuit of his dream in this 5 part video series.

“Seeds of greatness are planted in each person at our beginning.

When you quiet the mind, you are able to hear the “song” that is yearning to be sung by you.

You cannot hear what that is if you are worried or listening to the negative thoughts of others. ”

~ Nani Aki Linder

RPM Sucess Coaching clients know how important it is to win.

They know that success is only as significant as the method it took to get there. otherwise it’s empty success, which isn’t any kind of success they want.

Succeeding With Integrity is a guiding principle behind everything we do at RPM Success Group.

It is a concept we coach on, and ask each of our Players/Clients to adopt as their own guiding principle. This is where true success comes in. True success is long-lasting success. It’s what makes life worth living.

Below is a story I’d like to share that has always touched my heart, and epitomizes what I believe true success is really all about.

Everyone has something to teach.

A few years ago, at the Seattle Special Olympics, nine contestants, all physically or mentally disabled, assembled at the starting line for the 100-yard dash.

At the sound of the gun, they all started out, not exactly in a dash, but with a relish to run the race to the finish and win.

All, that is, except one little boy who stumbled on the asphalt, tumbled over a couple of times, and began to cry.

The other eight heard the boy cry. They slowed down and looked back. Then they
all turned around and went back……every one of them.

One girl with Down’s Syndrome bent down and kissed him and said, “This will make it better.”

Then all nine linked arms and walked together to the finish line.

Everyone in the stadium stood, and the cheering went on for several minutes.

People who were there are still telling the story.

Why?

Because deep down we know this one thing:

What matters in this life is more than winning for ourselves.
What matters in this life is helping others win, even if it means slowing down and changing our course.

Something to think about…
“A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle”

Coach Deb