Pass the Brick

"Accomplishments are the Bricks that are Placed
on the Framework of Potential."

Alism

Do you remember in grade school that student or person who seemed to have all the potential we wished we had ourselves?  They seemed to have everything going for them…talent, brains, and beauty.  They were “A Millionaire in the Making” – if you will. 

Yet years later, we then see them in a totally different space.  There seems to be a disproportionate difference between what we thought they would do and what they actually accomplished.  We then tend to think to ourselves, “Man, they had so much potential.”  Unfortunately, there was some disconnection between their inherent ability and their actual achieved output. 

By now you are probably thinking of a few people you know who have fallen into this category.  However, let’s first take a look in the mirror instead of staring out of the window.  As you reflect on your life, how do you answer the question, “Are you maximizing your potential?”  

Do you know we already possess the potential it takes for us to “make it happen”?  Yet there are many for whom life seems plagued by the spirit of redundancy.  Far too many become stuck with just the framework of potential, hoping the bricks of accomplishment will somehow appear.  I am here to let you know that yes, YOU were born with potential and value already inside of you; however, now it’s time for you to tap into that God-given resource to produce the maximum YOU every day.  You can move from potential to visualization and ultimately actualization strictly by taking the daily bricks of accomplishment and placing them on the framework of potential.

How often do we hear “Someday”?  Well, when will “Someday” actually become “Today”?  My friend it takes just one step.  Are you ready?  Make a decision to start.  That’s it!  Choose to start.  “Start what?” you ask.  Start writing that book – Author.  Start singing, writing, or playing your songs – Musician.  Start acting – Actor or Actress.  Start living out the potential of your dreams.  Start where you are and with what you have because what you have is enough for the moment. When you do, you’ll find that creativity exists in the strangest surroundings.

Building a house does not happen overnight and neither does success.  They are both a process.  It is through the consistent application of bricks that the house is built. However, you’ve got to start somewhere and at some time with the first brick.  The Frame of your success is awaiting the next brick of accomplishment to aid in its fruition.  Why not grab one today?    

Aim High…

© 2012 Aldean Pearson

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Aldean “Al” Pearson is a Professional Speaker, Trainer, and Perspective Coach.  He is the Co-Founder of the LĪVE! movement, a speaking, training and coaching organization committed to developing extraordinary people, families, and businesses. His “up-front and candid,” yet at times humorous approach empowers his clients and audiences to look past their limitations to find the hidden gems of capability within. He is married with twin boy and girl. 
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A Change in Perspective

"Never let your View distort your Vision...

It is only scenery on the road called Destiny."

Alism

            The brain is the most powerful organ in the human body.  Its ability to coordinate, manage, and direct the functioning of the entire human body, still amazes today’s scientists and researchers alike.  Our minds are so powerful that whatever we choose to focus and place our attention on can turn from mere possibility to actuality. 

Too often we have viewed our destiny as a final destination rather than viewing it as our life’s journey.  And like any journey, we have the privilege of experiencing the scenery along the way.  There are trees, yellow dashes, cars, trucks, speed regulations, waterways, exit signs, mile markers, bridges, clouds, birds…by now I’m sure you get the picture.  During our travels, some of us have encountered unexpected accidents, roadblocks, and detours that may have delayed our journey.

            It is so important for us to remember during our life’s journey, the view oftentimes appear contrary to our vision.  However, the choice is ours as to whether we will focus on the view or our vision.  Will we allow the current circumstances to distort or misrepresent the vision we have visualized?  Will we compromise and bow to the view surrendering all possibility of ever reaching our place of purpose?  Hopefully, NOT!

            Remember, if what we see is not what we saw, then what we see is temporary.  Therefore, let’s just take in the scenery that will soon pass from view as we journey closer to what we’ve envisioned.  I encourage those that are weary to strengthen your legs as you travel until you’ve reached your resting place.  The fruition of your vision will be worth the trip.  

Aim High…

© 2012 Aldean Pearson

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Aldean “Al” Pearson is a Professional Speaker, Trainer, and Growth Coach.  He is the Co-Founder of the LĪVE! movement, a speaking, training and coaching organization committed to developing extraordinary people, families, and businesses. His “up-front and candid,” yet at times humorous approach empowers his clients and audiences to look past their limitations to find the hidden gems of capability within. He is married with twin boy and girl. 
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More Than Meets the Eye

“Sometimes it takes us having to look through the morass of life

in order to find the daily gems that are hidden.”

Alism

Morass is used figuratively to mean “a difficult or troublesome situation”[i].  There are seasons in each of our lives that are so overwhelming that we may at times become uncertain if we will ever be free of the power of its entanglement. 

            To look through is to see from one side to the other.  Having the vision to look beyond the morass of the present and embrace the potential of the future is one of the core characteristics of a champion.  However, the challenge for most of us who may consider ourselves champions is not only having the vision to look through, but also the willingness to acknowledge and embrace the valuable lessons, opportunities, and gifts of life that are available to us on a daily basis. 

            In every season, and challenge of life ask yourself, what am I to learn?  What invaluable quality is being fortified in me that no other situation could foster?  What is right in the midst of all that is wrong?  This line of questioning forces the champion in you to see the facts in every circumstance, situation and dilemma and still discover and uncover the Truth.  The gems you uncover in the midst of the morass are The Truths that’s needed to prepare and propel you to your next level of growth and increase.  It is through the final process of polishing those hidden gems of Truth that you will begin to truly shine.  Are you ready to start looking beyond what you initially see?  

Aim High…

© 2012 Aldean Pearson

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Aldean “Al” Pearson is a Professional Speaker, Trainer, and Growth Coach.  He is the Co-Founder of the LĪVE! movement, a speaking, training and coaching organization committed to developing extraordinary people, families, and businesses. His “up-front and candid,” yet at times humorous approach empowers his clients and audiences to look past their limitations to find the hidden gems of capability within. He is married with twin boy and girl. 
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[i] Webster’s New World Dictionary, Fourth Edition:  Wiley Publishing, Inc. 2003.