Thursday 29 February 2024

YOUR MIND IS THE GREATEST THING


YOUR MIND IS THE GREATEST THING

You and your mind never existed before and never will again. You are truly unique. You are far superior to any Supercomputer. Don't even try to figure out, what a mind is. It's a miracle beyond man's understanding. It can move mountains. It can create things, which were not there before. It may already control things through thought alone. Only a tiny fraction of your mind is put to use at any one time.

Your mind is very powerful. It's essential for your survival. It also imagines things, which may be about to happen. That's why you constantly have to give chase to unmissable things. Put them on your radar. Don't try to explain the unexplainable. 'I think, therefore I am' (Descartes). 

Every experience, every thought and every emotion is created by your mind. Are you conscious of your mind taking control of your life? Your mind can make you do amazing things. But make sure, that you are keeping yourself on the straight and narrow. There is nothing worse, than losing your Good Name. That's sooner lost than won.

RICK SCHMULL

Sunday 25 February 2024

IT COULD BE WORSE


IT COULD BE WORSE

Is that really the best you can do? So you haven't reached the absolute bottom yet? Perhaps you don't really care about the problem by saying that. This seemingly harmless phrase is unfortunately commonplace. When evil strikes, many want to cry out for answers. How can you be happy at all with such a situation? But a better way to address the problem would be to be very understanding. 'Making a big deal out of nothing' is the wrong response to a traumatic experience. It could make the suffering much worse. That would delay the recovery.

Become a listener rather than a talker. If you're not sure, what to say, be honest about that. 'I am so sorry that you have to go through this' is a way of showing you are feeling, what someone else is feeling. Offer your sincere support. Always try to do your best to make things better. Emotions, especially worried feelings, need to come out. Refuse complacency. Then you'll never say 'it could be worse' again.

If you ask 'how are you doing?' and the response is 'not too bad' or 'it could be better', try and focus on the positive. Hope for the best. Plan for the worst. Forewarned is forearmed. Count your blessings! That may all be true, but no consolation. Just try to ignore, that you or someone else came second or even last in the race of the day. Never look back. Ever.

RICK SCHMULL


Friday 23 February 2024

IS YOUR DESTINY REALLY IN YOUR HANDS?


IS YOUR DESTINY REALLY IN YOUR HANDS?

There is more at play here. There is an unknown thing, which isn't you, that seems to determine what you are or aren't doing. You aren't the whole story. You exist for a purpose. Your purpose may or may not be revealed to you over time. But is creating the life you want really up to you? Can your destiny really be changed? 

Your mind creates your future, more than anything or anyone. But you'll make many mistakes along the way. You'll learn from them. Sometimes it takes a lifetime to figure out who you are and why you here. By the way, judging others from your perspective only, is a habit you should try to break. That takes time. Everyone is different, has a particular background and may therefore have to be judged in another way.

It's easy to blame circumstances for everything. It is, what it is. You may never get to know why. Irrelevant! Your bad fate is all in the mind. You should think, feel and behave as if you've accomplished your dream already. Pretend! Nothing wrong with that. Just visualize the way forward and you'll walk on water. You'll be feeling better day by day. If you fall, get up! Because yes, you are unstoppable, no matter what. That is your destiny.

RICK SCHMULL

Thursday 22 February 2024

TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE


TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE

It sounds too good to be true! And then it turns out to be just that. Sure it is. Fairy tales date back over thousands of years. Wouldn't you want to have magical powers? Aren't you dreaming of the unthinkable? Some people hope like hell, that you'll take the bait. But falling for something, that sounds too good to be true, is the oldest trick in the book. How easy it often is, to fool people!

Scapegoating is an established trick to divert attention away from a serious discussion of what sounds too good to be true. It's so simple, yet stupid. A civilized exchange of ideas requires much effort to accomplish. It's not easy to do. So you should try it anyway and keep calm. Just take a deep breath every time. You'll have to do your best to slow things down. A falling-out may have all kinds of unintended consequences. Not worth it! Or does it have anything to do with being brainwashed? Get out of there then!

Just suppose you got really lucky. Could you handle it? Why do some people appear luckier than the rest? Lucky and unlucky events are part of life. They just are. Bad luck events happen all the time. You just don't know when. Prepare for them! Similarly, in the case of good-luck events, rise to the occasion! Your moment has come. This time your dreams are coming true. You always believed they would, right?

RICK SCHMULL

 

Sunday 18 February 2024

SETBACKS MAKE YOU STRONGER


SETBACKS MAKE YOU STRONGER

Setbacks are normal. They are part of life. They are NOT the be-all and end-all of your existence. They are learning experiences. Focus on the possible upside. Every shock presents an opportunity. Don't dwell on what went wrong. Don't kick yourself. Move on.

It takes some practice, but there are ways to turn a NO into a YES. You should look forward to overcoming obstacles. Very few are permanent roadblocks. You are just the way you are or look and you cannot change the way you are or look. But if you are able to turn the tables, like becoming an apparent winner, then you suddenly will build an astonishing following. Suddenly, everyone wants to follow you. What seemed like a lost cause, can turn into your victory!

Positive self-talk is a MUST. Before you started walking as a baby, you were probably pulled up to a standing position. Every time you reached a milestone, you gave yourself a thumbs up. You finally became an unstoppable baby. Well done!

RICK SCHMULL

 

Saturday 17 February 2024

YOU THINK YOU KNOW MORE THAN YOU ACTUALLY DO


YOU THINK YOU KNOW MORE THAN YOU ACTUALLY DO

You're overconfident. That's human nature for you. There is a big difference between what you think you know and what you actually know. Who is fooling who? Are you fooling yourself? Don't respond to a scam, trick or prank.

Which game are you playing? Are you playing to win? If so, then you just have to be better at winning. Or do you count on the other side to make a mistake first? Don't try to play someone else's game. Don't fall into the trap of making unnecessary mistakes.

You don't have to be very intelligent in order to win. You just have to avoid the pitfall of excessive stupidity. Always think about what you want to avoid. Avoiding failure matters much more than just winning. It doesn't take a genius to think like one!

RICK SCHMULL

Thursday 15 February 2024

PATIENCE WILL BE REWARDED


PATIENCE WILL BE REWARDED

When we want something, we want it now.  Instant success! But real and sustainable success can only be achieved by learning to be patient. You need to recognize, that any triumph is in the waiting, not in acting rashly. Plant growth and child birth require time. Time to plant and a time to harvest. Time to be born and a time to die. Everything has a cycle and is a process.

Of course it's really difficult to be patient. The world is changing rapidly all the time. You feel pressure from all directions. That's why you'll find, that impatience often puts you in a bad mood. Begin looking for ways to slowdown. Slowing down may actually speed up your way to success! You may be able to think more clearly. Getting rid of stress is a condition to create magic in your life.

Always be hopeful, that the best times lie ahead. This is an essential part of your drive to succeed. It's like a roadmap. You now know, where you're going and not reaching your destination is no longer an option. You're no longer on autopilot. It's like walking on water! Yeah! Miracles happen all the time and make sure, that you're part of it.

RICK SCHMULL

Wednesday 14 February 2024

DON'T EVER FEAR OF MISSING OUT. IT'S A DISORDER.


DON'T EVER FEAR OF MISSING OUT. IT'S A DISORDER.

Absolute fortunes have been lost, due to FOMO. Don't get it. Restrain yourself. If you're worried you're missing exciting, once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, then it's time to get rid of this anxiety once and for all, because it could ruin you. Just say NO to this typical human response. Keep your feet on the ground.

When euphoria reigns, you could lose your good judgment. Don't adopt the behaviours of the people around you. Herd behaviour leads to financial catastrophe. Focus instead on your own individual feelings, which may be very different, when everyone seems to be losing their mind.

Just train your mind to overcome FOMO, by doing something, that would distract you from this disorder. Become creative. Don't listen to the songs of seduction, because you will be led off course and create a sense of impending doom. It could be the end, not the beginning, of life as you've known it. 

The dangers of temptation have to be faced head-on. The only way to control these, is to become a master in scepticism. Become a contrarian, despite all the pressures. It could save you from a lot of grief. Don't try to imitate others. You'll never become like the others anyway, because you have a different destiny, as determined by your maker. That's why you need to put in earplugs and wear sunglasses in order to protect yourself from any damage to your financial well-being.

RICK SCHMULL

Tuesday 13 February 2024

DO YOU HAPPEN TO KNOW TOO MUCH?


DO YOU HAPPEN TO KNOW TOO MUCH?

Secrecy may be in conflict with a free and open society. But there is no society without groups with secret oaths. 'Whoever is not with me, is against me' (Luke 11-23). So going your own way may put your life in grave danger. It's all about the perceived interest of society by those, who are or aim to be running it.

Don't put your head above the parapet. You'll become an easy target. Being true to yourself by exposing cover-ups may sound heroic, but don't forget, that this world is no paradise. It's rather paradise lost! Because the endless corruption by the Rich and Powerful is no match with the apparent decency of the average person. 

If you are regarded as a 'security risk' by those, who are on a gravy train, you are on a slippery slope, which may not end well. Run for your life! 

Money and Power supersede any democratic and complacent society. If Big Money is involved, you bet, it will attract a relentless pursuit by those, who feel entitled to it. As most people are relatively uneducated or even 'brainwashed', there is little to fear for those, who do not care what other people think about them. Unashamed is the road well travelled by the bold and stupid. Get out of their way!

RICK SCHMULL

Monday 12 February 2024

EVIL LURKS AROUND EVERY CORNER


EVIL LURKS AROUND EVERY CORNER

Look for the good in your fellow man. But be careful. You may be too trusting. If evil rears its ugly head, get out of the way, before it's too late. Do not try to confront evil head-on. You could get more than you bargained for, a lot more. You just don't know if there has been a history of mental illness or something.

Any human being, or animal for that matter, could have been subjected to trauma. They may be in a state of shock or denial. If so, you could suddenly become a target. Taking it out on total strangers would be the unfortunate result. Don't even try to communicate in a normal way. Just get out of here. 

How do you deal with the feeling, that people are 'out to get you'? How can you function socially, if you have this constant fear of being taken advantage of? How can you trust your therapist, if you have one, or anybody else, who reaches out to you? Would you be offered any tranquillisers in order to reduce the symptoms? Are they addictive?

In any case, relationships can become very complicated. That is not unique and all part of life. Hopefully, you will not lose your way and remain focused on the meaning of your life. Your maker has definitely been planning the best way forward and, yes, it's up to you to figure out, what happens next. Just be quiet for awhile and keep dreaming. Don't open your door if the Big Bad Wolf knocks. Protect yourself from evil.

RICK SCHMULL

 

THE ROAD TO SUCCESS


THE ROAD TO SUCCESS

The road to success is paved with failure. But as long as you're determined to make it, nothing will slow you down. You soon realize, that you'll need help. You'll only be able to achieve a tiny amount on your own. That's why you need a mentor and a dedicated team. 

Don't forget to put a roadmap to your success on the wall. That game plan is essential. Your lifestyle may have to change. Discipline has to become your watchword. Motivation follows reward. Reward yourself! Just like you reward your pet with treats. Perfectly normal. Without a proper reward, you'll find, that you tend to pretend and not enough gets done.

You have to be focused on your goal constantly. No distractions allowed. You'll be pulled into all kinds of directions, but time is of the essence. There simply isn't enough time. But don't let yourself become miserable. Success and misery are a toxic combination. 

Ask yourself -- do I want this badly enough? Am I willing to pay the price? Will my health improve, rather than deteriorate? If the road to success makes you a better person, then, and only then, it'll be worth it. Otherwise, you may lose more than you ever gained.

RICK SCHMULL

Sunday 11 February 2024

IRRATIONAL FEAR IS NOW GRIPPING THE WORLD. PUT A STOP TO IT.


IRRATIONAL FEAR IS NOW GRIPPING THE WORLD. PUT A STOP TO IT.

Relax. It's a fact of life, that you have no control over most things that take place. But the good news is, that 9 out of 10 of your worries never happen. Stop asking yourself 'what if?'. Just let it go! Fear and anxiety should have no place in your life. It's more trouble than it's worth. Are you trusting your maker? If so, that'll take a lot of weight off your shoulders.

There is always something to be upset about. There are limits to what you can manage. But whatever is troubling you now, don't make it worse than it really is. Avoid the act of exaggerating at all times. Don't let small things ruin your day and your life. Tomorrow is another day!

Every one of us is exposed to whatever happens around the world each and every day. You may therefore not be able to think independently. That can be very challenging. It could take a long time, if at all, before you control your mind (again). But nothing is permanent. Nothing! Remember, you can make a choice and you will, as soon as you realize, that it will be beneficial to you.

Accept, that nothing and nobody is perfect. Everyone has a different background. Everyone has had different experiences. Everyone carries some kind of personal trauma around. But you must learn to deal with that. Be patient with yourself and others. 

Be positive and reward yourself. 

Transform yourself and be born again!

RICK SCHMULL

Saturday 10 February 2024

NEVER GIVE UP MEANS NEVER GIVE UP. NEVER.


NEVER GIVE UP MEANS NEVER GIVE UP. NEVER.

No matter what happens! Just keep going. When you have a dream, never let go. Always act like you're a winner.

Remember - It's never too late. You're never too old. Just imagine you've done the job already. 

Nothing can stop you now. Make yourself unstoppable!

But you must keep moving in the right direction. You'll be able to unlock the magic you never thought you had. Rest assured, you're only aware of a tiny bit of your potential!

Miracles happen all the time. Make sure you're ready.

You can accomplish anything. Don't let anybody tell you otherwise.

Persistence in the face of adversity will always make a way. Guaranteed.

Accomplishments against the odds happen all the time and are spectacular. Chase the unthinkable! It's yours for the taking.

RICK SCHMULL