Murphy says, "success means successful living." Just because you have financial riches it does not mean you are successful. Things such as joy, happiness, peace, security and integrity are items that you cannot physically obtain, but are what you need to have successful living. Murphy says that when we meditate on these qualities we are "building these treasures of heaven in our subconscious."
In the next section of this chapter Murphy outlines 3 keys steps that he believes will lead to success.
1. Find out the thing you love to do and then do it.
I wonder how many people in the world hate their jobs. They wake up everyday dreading going to work. They mull over the idea of calling in sick, staying home and doing what they really desire to do for the day. It is only the reminder of bills piling up that gets them out the door. They spend their day looking at the clock, counting down the hours until they can pack up and return home. When you wake up each day and get to do what you love- you will be successful.
I think many people come up with excuses for why they are not working at a job they love. Financial security is probably number one and the fear of failure is number 2. In 2014 Jim Carrey delivered the commencement speech at the graduation of the Maharishi School of Management. His overall message was that dreams can come true. He spoke these inspiring words which I feel are very fitting for what we are discussing now.
"My father could have been a great comedian, but he didn't believe that was
possible for him, and so he made a conservative choice. Instead, he got a
safe job as an accountant."
In 1994 his father lost his job and they were left to survive anyway they possibly could.
"I learned many great lessons from my father, not the least of which was
you could fail at what you don't love, so you might as well take a chance
of doing what you love."
This is one of the greatest commencement speeches I have ever since. Friends, I strongly urge you to watch the whole thing at this link here: https://www.mum.edu/whats-happening/graduation-2014/full-jim-carrey-address-video-and-transcript/
Why is it that more people are not doing what they love? Perhaps it is that they have not yet found what it is that makes them happy. I know that when I was going through the process of my undergraduate degree I felt very overwhelmed by the need to make a choice. There were countless number of schools offering degrees in a wide variety of fields, and yet I found myself interested in more than one. Before completing my degree I transferred schools a couple of times and at each one I ended up changing my major. It can feel so definitive- making that choice. Choosing the pathway that defines your career for the rest of your life, investing large sums of money in that particular field. However, it's interesting to see that many people who go to college end up doing something that is completely unrelated to their field of study. Is it because their interests have changed? Or is it because they chose the "safe" pathway that provides the instant financial stability?
If you are not sure what your true love and calling is, Murphy suggests taking the time to mediate on it. Ask your subconscious to provide you with the answers that you are seeking. Even for myself, teaching has been something that I love and enjoy, a job where I am not watching the clock and waiting to go home. But, through this time in my life writing has come back to me full force as a passion and something that I long to do on a daily basis.
Do what you love now, and you will have success.
This brings us to the second step of success that is provided in this chapter. ..
2. Specialize in a particular branch of work and learn more about it than anyone else.
Murphy said that once you have chosen what you want to do it is not adequate to just post your diploma on your wall. Instead, you must continue to attend conferences, study, and improve your understanding of your field. In other words, never stop learning. I can't help but think of my dad when it comes to this topic. He will be turning 74 in a few months and his desire to learn is stronger than ever. When my parents lost their house to foreclosure they completely reinvented themselves. They took off in their roadtrek, found a trailer, and decided to document their travels as they navigated the california coast in their RV. They have created a wonderful documentary which you can find here; http://newradio.com/RVDREAMRADIO/
The point is, before this journey began my dad did not know much on how to produce a documentary. He hadn't attended film school but he had the desire to learn. He acquired a film editing program and continued to study it any way he could. He searched multiple youtube videos, watched them, and then practiced over and over again. At 74 many people are just done. They are retired and think that they are finished contributing to their minds. Not my dad. He has never stopped learning and never will.
When you continue to learn all you can about your field of study you are able to serve the world around you. When you are completely interested in your field and striving to become the best you are getting rid of that "just getting by" mentality. When you are simply making it through you are not living a successful life.
The third step is one that Murphy says is most important.
3. You must be sure that the thing you want to do does not redound to your success only.
"Your desire must not be selfish; it must benefit humanity. The path of a complete circuit must be formed, In other words, your ideas must go forth with the purpose of blessing or serving the world."
When reading this, some of you may bring up people who are successful but obtained their wealth through fraud. However, it is important to remember that money alone does not create success. What you give out is attracted to you and surely those people are experiencing wealth without a peace of mind. Surely those people are rich but they may also have sleepless nights, paranoia, and stress about keeping their money.
Murphy says, "The man of success is the man who possesses great psychological and spiritual understanding." Success is so much more than money. It is love, it is passion, and it is reaching that feeling of inner peace by serving those around us.
My parents are sharing their joy for RVing and seeing the beautiful california coast. They are creating an experience for others so that they can embark on a wonderful journey. Perhaps just sharing your knowledge with others is a great help.
Whatever you put forth into the world will come back to you.
One of my favorite lines from this chapter is, "what you are seeking is also seeking you." I thought about this on a personal note with this blog. Suddenly I had a desire to not only read, "The Power of your Subconscious Mind" again but to this time share my experiences. Perhaps that ambition was placed in my heart because there was someone out there that needed to read what I was going to write.
I absolutely love the overall tone of this chapter. It is all about fulfilling our dreams and desires. Wouldn't it be incredible if you could wake up everyday and do what you truly love? Here is Murphy, a great teacher, telling you that that is exactly what you should do! Do not let fear of failure hold you back. Our society is in a place, technology wise, that serves learners like never before. If you need a degree for your job, but can't go to an actual university, there are countless programs that are offered online! If you need to learn a new skill, see what you can find on the internet. Youtube has become one of the greatest sources of information out there. So many people are sharing and posting their knowledge...learn from them!
Never stop moving forward and learning all you can. It is what makes life exciting and you too, can accomplish your dreams.
Other important notes from this chapter:
* "Become imaginative; mentally participate in the reality of the successful state."
* "Success means successful living. When you are peaceful, happy, joyous, and doing what you love to do, you are successful."
* "Thought fused with feeling becomes a subjective faith or belief, and according to your belief it is done unto you." MATT 9:29
* "If you are about God's business, or any part of it, God, by His very nature, is for you, so who can be against you? With this understanding there is no power in heaven or on earth to withhold success from you."
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