Wow I could not believe how old school that video was, the walkman reference was classic. the message however was extremely valuable, if you don't have vision and a positive one at that you have already decided against success.
Let's see how this can apply to my own personal/business goals after graduating.
Goal 1: Own some property within 5 years.
Action: I've already envisioned what I want, and worked backwards from there. I've "seen" the door, the interior, the kitchen with stainless steel appliances and so on. I have also started saving and doing things to improve my credit score.
Goal 2: Becoming a CFA Chartered Financial Analyst. I've always wanted to learn another language and I have decided to learn the language of money. With this Charter I can basically find decent employment worldwide and be a resource to those with less fluency in finance.
Action: I have done my research and have spoken to a member of a CFA study group. So after graduating I will at least know people who have started the process.
Goal 3: Solid family. Well my vision of a solid family involves a nice home with a loving wife and happy kids running around. I envision having a home that sets a great foundation for my kids and a refuge from what can be a hectic world.
Action: Well for one I don't plan on marrying anybody that doesn't share that vision. If the vision doesn't match then it just aint gonna work. I also take advice from people who are working on their home life. I basically try to listen to those who are DOING what I would like to replicate. No sense in taking advice, whether professional or personal from people doing it wrong themselves.
I completely agree that if you envision what you want there is a great chance that you will get it. What you attract to your life is very important, if you always think negative thoughts, you will attract negativity towards you. However, when you stay positive and believe only good things will come to you, it will.
ReplyDeleteI guess I'm a bit of a hippie because I also believe in the power of thought :) I've never heard of the idea that we exercise our mind for positive or negative thinking, but it completely makes sense to me and I find it fascinating.
ReplyDeleteIt's a good incentive to remain focused on positive thinking.
In a book called, Secrets of A Millionaire mind, the author discusses that same concept of how "like attracts like." Since grasping that concept, I've been more focused, and life seems better. I also agree on the point that you made about marriage. Both partners must have the same vision for life, or else it'll just end up in a divorce.
ReplyDeleteAll your goals tie in together so that's a good thing. Your interests in finance go with how you want to own real estate and become a CFA. Also you also want to marry someone who shares the same goals as you. This is an important thing in starting a family because your spouse is going to be your life partner.
ReplyDeleteEven though you know people in the field you want to go into, look for internships now just to get an early foot in the door. That never hurts.
ReplyDeleteWow, these are some solid goals!!! Its great that you have very specific goals and that you're doing more than envisioning them but actually taking necessary actions to get there and I'm sure you'll get there. I think thats where many people fall short. Lot of people have very general dreams or goals and they never end up really getting what they wanted because it was just never clear to them.
ReplyDeleteI watched "Secret" video at the very distressed stage of my life and like other people was impressed by it. And I think it came to my attention because I was asking a higher power to give me answers to all the question I had. It inspired me not to give up on many aspects of my life and made me stronger. I can relate to your idea that you can generate happiness as well as unhappy moments, and I literally trained myself to look at everything through pink colored spectacles. I imaging everything in bright colors and when I think of my future I can see myself smiling, and it makes me feel good on a spot.
ReplyDeleteWhile I was reading through a lot of our classmates posts tonight I realized that most of them were having a point about happy family and it amazed me how all of us having such a hectic life style having a desire to come home and enjoy simple family life.
You definatily want to get marry someone with the same vision. I think your goal towards your career is good and hopefully you will get a lot sucess if you keep focusing.
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ReplyDeleteI think it’s very impressive how you’ve already started working on your vision instead of just dreaming about things (like I do). I think this is a sign that I should seek for similar videos/books to help me get on track. I really like how your goals are all realistic because you have a clear vision and you’ve already made steps to achieve them. Best of luck to you! :)
That's really cool that you can envision yourself in your future life having achieved your goals and I think that is key in the vision/goal setting process.
ReplyDeleteHi, I know this is kind of late but I read your post and I really agree with what you say! I'm a firm believer in positive thinking, and life might not always turn out the way you have envisioned it to be.. but at least if you work towards your vision I believe that you could "control" your destiny by making the right choices along the way.
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