By Jennifer Jianjun Wang
What is success? What comes to your mind as you read this question? In this short article, you will read about the concept, ancient Chinese wisdom and what to do to move forward.
The Concept
The concept is not new. Tony Michalski captures what I believe to be the essence of success. I’d like to share it with you here because I think it’ll raise worthwhile questions in your mind. In a private email exchange between me and Tony, this is what he wrote:
“Success … It’s a system, sometimes; it’s a science, sometimes; it’s an art, all the time.”
Success is an art.
Tony is the founder of The Master Key System Coaching Program. Perhaps he is better known as the publisher who published the book ‘The Master Key System’ that inspired the movie ‘The Secret’. The secret is also known as ‘the Law of Attraction’. You can find out more about Tony’s work by visiting http://www.masterkeycoaching.com/. I think you’ll like the website.
Ancient Wisdom
You would be interested to know that the Chinese ancient philosophers define success quite directly that is different from conventional beliefs. Success first and foremost is considered as an art. Success is defined as ‘to accomplish art’ or ‘to become art’.
The ancient Chinese philosophers take a holistic view to achieving. Success is the sweetest if it preserves your health and youth in the process. This way you still accomplish what you want without unnecessary ‘hard work’ that gives you stress and pre-mature ageing.
Moving Forward
What success are you attempting in your life now? Is it a personal project, your study, your work? How do you go about it? Do you ‘work hard’? Do you have a system? Do you craft it as an art? Contact us if you need assistance. We have a team of coaches who will help you succeed with minimal efforts.
To your happy and steady increase of fulfilment,
Jennifer Jianjun Wang (PhD)
Monday, June 15, 2009
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
How To Give To Yourself – (3) Simple Tips To Help You Manage Stress
By Jennifer Jianjun Wang (PhD)
Are you a person who gives to others? Are you a parent? Are you a leader? Are you in a relationship? Do you have siblings, parents, or friends? Do you have a job? Is there stress in your life? If you answer ‘yes’ to 2 or more of the questions, the chances are you are a giver. As a coach, I recognise the many demands that are placed on you. I imagine you do your best to be good at your job, at home with your family and friends.
Equally I recognise it is essential for you to give to yourself in order for you to sustain your support for others. Does this make sense?
As the timeless wisdom points out, it is a first principle to nurture yourself if you are to give to others fully and successfully. When you give to yourself, you can give to others from a place of fullness. It is of importance that you replenish yourself regularly to ‘keep your barrel full’. Below are three tips on effective self care.
Tip 1 Recognise the importance of giving to self before you give to others. Make this a priority. When something becomes a priority for you, you have a good chance of acting on it.
Tip 2 Set easy daily routines of self care. It doesn’t need to take 20 minutes of your time. The stress level can be kept lower if regular and frequent self-nurture is done. This only needs to take a couple of minutes each time. The most efficient way to set aside such routines is to schedule them before a routine that is already in place. For example, before you turn on your computer, before you have a cup of tea, before you have lunch, before you leave work to go home. If you haven’t learned any quick calm techniques, you can simply close your eyes, take a few deep breaths and visualise a calming sea.
Tip 3 Find a way to anchor your inner calm. Utilise your five senses. They help you tap into the power of the subconscious mind. When it’s anchored, it makes the self-giving time effective and nurturing. This is especially good for people who don’t have a block of time each day to de-stress. If it helps, you could consider working with a professional to learn calm techniques and anchoring. It’ll be worth the investment.
Take charge of your life now. Give everyday to the most important person you have -- YOU.
To your happy and steady increase of fulfilment.
Jennifer Jianjun Wang (PhD)
p.s. Contact Jennifer to find out how she can assist you to live a more healthful and successful life. Email her: jjw38coaching@live.com.au
Are you a person who gives to others? Are you a parent? Are you a leader? Are you in a relationship? Do you have siblings, parents, or friends? Do you have a job? Is there stress in your life? If you answer ‘yes’ to 2 or more of the questions, the chances are you are a giver. As a coach, I recognise the many demands that are placed on you. I imagine you do your best to be good at your job, at home with your family and friends.
Equally I recognise it is essential for you to give to yourself in order for you to sustain your support for others. Does this make sense?
As the timeless wisdom points out, it is a first principle to nurture yourself if you are to give to others fully and successfully. When you give to yourself, you can give to others from a place of fullness. It is of importance that you replenish yourself regularly to ‘keep your barrel full’. Below are three tips on effective self care.
Tip 1 Recognise the importance of giving to self before you give to others. Make this a priority. When something becomes a priority for you, you have a good chance of acting on it.
Tip 2 Set easy daily routines of self care. It doesn’t need to take 20 minutes of your time. The stress level can be kept lower if regular and frequent self-nurture is done. This only needs to take a couple of minutes each time. The most efficient way to set aside such routines is to schedule them before a routine that is already in place. For example, before you turn on your computer, before you have a cup of tea, before you have lunch, before you leave work to go home. If you haven’t learned any quick calm techniques, you can simply close your eyes, take a few deep breaths and visualise a calming sea.
Tip 3 Find a way to anchor your inner calm. Utilise your five senses. They help you tap into the power of the subconscious mind. When it’s anchored, it makes the self-giving time effective and nurturing. This is especially good for people who don’t have a block of time each day to de-stress. If it helps, you could consider working with a professional to learn calm techniques and anchoring. It’ll be worth the investment.
Take charge of your life now. Give everyday to the most important person you have -- YOU.
To your happy and steady increase of fulfilment.
Jennifer Jianjun Wang (PhD)
p.s. Contact Jennifer to find out how she can assist you to live a more healthful and successful life. Email her: jjw38coaching@live.com.au
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