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I am "enough"! Really? Don't lie to yourself.

by Paul Barrs
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"I am enough".

Yes, that's the thing... but also 'no'. No point in lying to ourselves.

We ARE enough, wherever it is that we are NOW. We have "enough" of whatever it is that we need in order to do what has to be done. This is true. And we should be satisfied with that.

However, does it mean that we can actually *do* it (whatever it is that needs doing)? No, not always. Sometimes we may not yet have the right physicality (ever tried to run 10 K's without first training for it?) - but we DO have the capability to TRAIN for it. Therefore we have enough.

As for mental strength - it too needs training. Ever tried to give a 1-hour public speech without first rehearsal and practice. Few can. But we DO have the ability to LEARN how.

And that's the real key... do we BELIEVE we can LEARN? Because if we do, nothing is beyond our reach.

My thought for the day -
#lie
  • Profile picture of the author dreganomics
    Good stuff mate. WE ARE ENOUGH, but that doesn't mean all our dreams and aspirations are going to fall into our laps while we sit around fantasizing. Hard work is the only remedy for an unsatisfactory life.
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  • Profile picture of the author paul_1
    We are enough and we thank God for it... But we can always ask for more, so we can help other people too...
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  • Profile picture of the author Azmodane
    That is an interesting way to look at it. I like where your head is at Paul Barrs.
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  • Profile picture of the author joeknight
    Originally Posted by Paul Barrs View Post

    "I am enough".

    Yes, that's the thing... but also 'no'. No point in lying to ourselves.

    We ARE enough, wherever it is that we are NOW. We have "enough" of whatever it is that we need in order to do what has to be done. This is true. And we should be satisfied with that.

    However, does it mean that we can actually *do* it (whatever it is that needs doing)? No, not always. Sometimes we may not yet have the right physicality (ever tried to run 10 K's without first training for it?) - but we DO have the capability to TRAIN for it. Therefore we have enough.

    As for mental strength - it too needs training. Ever tried to give a 1-hour public speech without first rehearsal and practice. Few can. But we DO have the ability to LEARN how.

    And that's the real key... do we BELIEVE we can LEARN? Because if we do, nothing is beyond our reach.

    My thought for the day -
    I use to believe I could learn I.M. but after 5 years of trying I am really startingto doubt that I have the ability to learn this.
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  • Profile picture of the author apurvmat
    That's a great post.....

    The I'm enough mindset is a reflection of our potential... but we do actually have to put in efforts to actualize it in the real world!
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  • Profile picture of the author joshuaotto
    Good stuff Paul. Always believe that you can do more than you can imagine.
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  • Profile picture of the author David Sneen
    There are different ways of looking at that statement. One is the lazy person's way. "I will do what I have to, and that is enough." Another way would be, "I will do all I can, and that is enough."

    It is a good motto, if you look at it in terms of not stressing over what you might've done.
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    It's what you do when no one is watching
    that determines what you will be able to
    do when everyone is watching.
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  • Profile picture of the author jamesrich1
    We are enough but unfortunately most people do not believe deep down that they have all they need. Hence all of the consumers looking for how to products. Tactics and strategies are not the key. Its belief and massive actions to get to the results you desire. Its the journey that will help you produce the results you want. Use autosuggestion daily from the 1% success stories and take massive action...
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  • Profile picture of the author millamuscio
    Originally Posted by Paul Barrs View Post

    "I am enough".

    And that's the real key... do we BELIEVE we can LEARN? Because if we do, nothing is beyond our reach.
    I agree. As the saying say "there is always a room for improvement". Just be open to new ideas.
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  • Profile picture of the author ronaldfurry12
    totally agree...
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  • Profile picture of the author Mariah Clarinda
    I agree ur pt. of not lieing to self atleast.Being truthful to self elevates our self esteem.
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  • Profile picture of the author buckeyes09
    I view "enough" like Perry Cox views his physique: once you become content, you've lost.
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  • Profile picture of the author onlinesolutions1985
    we are enough! contented of what GOD gave to me but if we want more things to come...we should strive for it.. its not always free.. learn to live with it..
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    • Profile picture of the author klbunnell
      Focused action, consistently applied will render results over time. And with consistency of effort we get better at things.

      If you have potential to achieve you are enough. That's how I look at it anyway.

      All the best, Kenny
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