Two women turned seventy about the same time and were both
engaged in deciding how they would spend their remaining
years.
One decided to prepare for death and started selling her
belongings just keeping what she absolutely needed. She sold
her house and moved into a condo and just started to take life
easy.
The other woman named Hulda Crooks took a path less travelled.
She started training in preparation for grand adventures.
Where did her path take her?
Hulda Crooks became the first 91 year old woman to
successfully climb Mount Fugi in Japan.
The Secrets to Power Storytelling Revealed
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Saturday, April 09, 2011
Friday, April 08, 2011
Our Need For Silence in a Noisy World
It is quite evident that we are living in one terribly noisy world and it seems to be getting worse every day. Everywhere we go we are accosted by loud, unwanted sound. When we enter elevators, malls and restaurants we are engulfed by musak. I recently had lunch at a popular restaurant and found the background music so loud that it interfered with normal conversation and the enjoyment of my lunch. When I asked the waitress if she could turn the music off, or at least down, she said, " I don't think we can." Surely we as a people are still in charge of volume controls.
How to Make a Friend of Silence
* Make a conscious commitment to the experience and appreciation of silence.
* Go for a walk in nature. Let the silence soothe your spirit.
* When you are alone in your residence turn off all noise making appliances. Begin with fifteen minutes of silence and gradually increase the duration.
* Learn how to meditate and schedule a ten minute meditation period once or twice a day. Gradually extend your meditation time.
* When driving to work, turn off your car radio and drive in silence.
* Go camping for an night by yourself. Find a quiet campground where they don't allow people to blast their music without consideration for others. I usually go solo camping for one week each year to be alone and silent in the outdoors. It has become something I eagerly look forward to.
* Drive to a lake at sunset and rent a canoe. Paddle slowly along the shoreline observing the silent sights and the gentle sounds of nature as the sun sets and darkness approaches.
* In silence listen to your breathing. Get a sense of the silent rhythm of life.
* Just before retiring go outside and look up at the night sky. You will soon sense another universal rhythm so unfamiliar to many. Let the night sky and the darkness embrace you and calm you as you prepare for a night's rest.
* When you read a book, do so in silence. Many of us read to music or during television commercials. Try silence. You'll grow to love it.
Soon you will begin to cherish the periods of silence you have built into your day and long for more. You will quickly discover that you are becoming more relaxed and less tense even in the midst of our noisy world. You will have made an invaluable new friend of silence, a friend which can comfort, heal and soothe your spirit. What a gift you will have given yourself.
Be still and know the restorative power of silence.
For More books from Mike
How to Make a Friend of Silence
* Make a conscious commitment to the experience and appreciation of silence.
* Go for a walk in nature. Let the silence soothe your spirit.
* When you are alone in your residence turn off all noise making appliances. Begin with fifteen minutes of silence and gradually increase the duration.
* Learn how to meditate and schedule a ten minute meditation period once or twice a day. Gradually extend your meditation time.
* When driving to work, turn off your car radio and drive in silence.
* Go camping for an night by yourself. Find a quiet campground where they don't allow people to blast their music without consideration for others. I usually go solo camping for one week each year to be alone and silent in the outdoors. It has become something I eagerly look forward to.
* Drive to a lake at sunset and rent a canoe. Paddle slowly along the shoreline observing the silent sights and the gentle sounds of nature as the sun sets and darkness approaches.
* In silence listen to your breathing. Get a sense of the silent rhythm of life.
* Just before retiring go outside and look up at the night sky. You will soon sense another universal rhythm so unfamiliar to many. Let the night sky and the darkness embrace you and calm you as you prepare for a night's rest.
* When you read a book, do so in silence. Many of us read to music or during television commercials. Try silence. You'll grow to love it.
Soon you will begin to cherish the periods of silence you have built into your day and long for more. You will quickly discover that you are becoming more relaxed and less tense even in the midst of our noisy world. You will have made an invaluable new friend of silence, a friend which can comfort, heal and soothe your spirit. What a gift you will have given yourself.
Be still and know the restorative power of silence.
For More books from Mike
Thursday, April 07, 2011
My Most Popular True Story... The Magic of...
Story...The Magic of the Night Sky
I love the night sky. There is something comforting, mysterious and hopeful about standing under a canopy of swirling stars. Each summer I go camping alone in Canada's beautiful northland to satisfy a hunger for solitude, wilderness and the night sky. Away from city lights there is nothing more awe inspiring than a star studded sky in the stillness of the wilderness.
I usually set up camp beside a lonely northern lake providing me with a long horizon and an uninterrupted view of the heavens. As darkness approaches I begin to sense an overwhelming closeness to the mysteries of the universe and a strong connection to the source of all that is. I become aware of an alternate rhythm to life - a rhythm which is so easily lost amidst the frenetic pace of contemporary existence. Embraced by darkness, with stars too numerous to count and comforted by the gentle lapping of the waves I begin to realize how much I miss living in a city with its incessant, invasive brightness. It is as if I am rediscovering an enormous part of a lost spiritual heritage.
When sleep begins to engulf me and my eyes start to close, I reluctantly move toward my camper not wanting to miss a moment of this celestial display but realizing that I can't resist the call to slumber any longer. In the warmth of my sleeping bag I let the silence and stillness lull me to sleep with the immortal words of Sophocles gently echoing across the centuries, " Mortal I know I am, short lived. Yet whenever I stand beneath a multitude of swirling stars I no longer tread this earth, but rise to feast with God and enjoy the food of the immortals." And so to sleep.
Mike Moore is an international speaker and writer on human potential and humor. You are invited to check out his books, tapes, special reports and manuals HERE
I love the night sky. There is something comforting, mysterious and hopeful about standing under a canopy of swirling stars. Each summer I go camping alone in Canada's beautiful northland to satisfy a hunger for solitude, wilderness and the night sky. Away from city lights there is nothing more awe inspiring than a star studded sky in the stillness of the wilderness.
I usually set up camp beside a lonely northern lake providing me with a long horizon and an uninterrupted view of the heavens. As darkness approaches I begin to sense an overwhelming closeness to the mysteries of the universe and a strong connection to the source of all that is. I become aware of an alternate rhythm to life - a rhythm which is so easily lost amidst the frenetic pace of contemporary existence. Embraced by darkness, with stars too numerous to count and comforted by the gentle lapping of the waves I begin to realize how much I miss living in a city with its incessant, invasive brightness. It is as if I am rediscovering an enormous part of a lost spiritual heritage.
When sleep begins to engulf me and my eyes start to close, I reluctantly move toward my camper not wanting to miss a moment of this celestial display but realizing that I can't resist the call to slumber any longer. In the warmth of my sleeping bag I let the silence and stillness lull me to sleep with the immortal words of Sophocles gently echoing across the centuries, " Mortal I know I am, short lived. Yet whenever I stand beneath a multitude of swirling stars I no longer tread this earth, but rise to feast with God and enjoy the food of the immortals." And so to sleep.
Mike Moore is an international speaker and writer on human potential and humor. You are invited to check out his books, tapes, special reports and manuals HERE
Stories don't have to be long to be effective....example
I couldn't believe my eyes when I read this story in the
newspaper.
A young mother had registered with her little baby for the
mother and infant swim at the community pool.
During the first session her baby let her know that she needed to be fed so the mom left the main pool to find a private spot to feed her little one. She found an area close to the wading pool and began breast feeding.
Well someone nearby was offended and reported the crime to the
pool manager who sent a life guard to investigate.
The young man approached the pair and said, " I'm sorry but
there is no food or drink allowed at pool side."
Can you believe it?
I use this story in my presentations on perceptions, attitudes and beliefs.
For more on the art of storytelling
newspaper.
A young mother had registered with her little baby for the
mother and infant swim at the community pool.
During the first session her baby let her know that she needed to be fed so the mom left the main pool to find a private spot to feed her little one. She found an area close to the wading pool and began breast feeding.
Well someone nearby was offended and reported the crime to the
pool manager who sent a life guard to investigate.
The young man approached the pair and said, " I'm sorry but
there is no food or drink allowed at pool side."
Can you believe it?
I use this story in my presentations on perceptions, attitudes and beliefs.
For more on the art of storytelling
Tuesday, April 05, 2011
Become a Great Storyteller
Become a Storyteller People Want to Listen To
Anyone who has heard me speak knows that I'm a big time believer in the art and power of storytelling. Every speech I deliver is generously laced with stories that amuse, inform, entertain and challenge my audiences.
Ever since we were young children we've had a hunger for stories and this hunger does not vanish with age. I read recently that we, as adults, listen to over 100,000 stories a year and I have no difficulty believing it. I think the number is actually higher when you consider that one phone call from a friend can contain over a dozen stories.
If I were asked to identify the secret to successful public speaking I would say, without hesitation, the ability to tell a great story.
Storytelling isn't just vital to public speakers, it is a very important skill to have in any social situation.
To learn more about how you can master the captivating art of storytelling in your personal and professional life visit my storytelling website.
Anyone who has heard me speak knows that I'm a big time believer in the art and power of storytelling. Every speech I deliver is generously laced with stories that amuse, inform, entertain and challenge my audiences.
Ever since we were young children we've had a hunger for stories and this hunger does not vanish with age. I read recently that we, as adults, listen to over 100,000 stories a year and I have no difficulty believing it. I think the number is actually higher when you consider that one phone call from a friend can contain over a dozen stories.
If I were asked to identify the secret to successful public speaking I would say, without hesitation, the ability to tell a great story.
Storytelling isn't just vital to public speakers, it is a very important skill to have in any social situation.
To learn more about how you can master the captivating art of storytelling in your personal and professional life visit my storytelling website.
Monday, April 04, 2011
This Story Proves that You Can't Please Everyone
Impossible to Please Everyone
Long ago on a small farm outside a remote country village
there lived a father and son who grew and sold vegetables to earn their
living.
Each Saturday morning they would take their produce, by
donkey, to the local market about 2 miles away.
One Saturday morning they both rode the donkey with the produce on their backs. The people on route looked at the father and son on the donkey and said, "Look at the two of them riding that poor donkey to market. How lazy they are."
The next Saturday the father rode the donkey and the son
walked. Once again the people on route said, " Look at that
lazy father riding while his poor son walks to market."
On the next trip the son rode the donkey and the
father walked and again the people said, " Look at that lazy boy
riding the donkey to market while his poor father walks."
The father and son decided to do something different the
following Saturday. They both carried the donkey tied by its feet
to a pole placed on their shoulders.
On their way to market they overheard the people say, " Look
how they treat that poor donkey and they had the local
constable charge the father and son with cruelty to animals.
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Long ago on a small farm outside a remote country village
there lived a father and son who grew and sold vegetables to earn their
living.
Each Saturday morning they would take their produce, by
donkey, to the local market about 2 miles away.
One Saturday morning they both rode the donkey with the produce on their backs. The people on route looked at the father and son on the donkey and said, "Look at the two of them riding that poor donkey to market. How lazy they are."
The next Saturday the father rode the donkey and the son
walked. Once again the people on route said, " Look at that
lazy father riding while his poor son walks to market."
On the next trip the son rode the donkey and the
father walked and again the people said, " Look at that lazy boy
riding the donkey to market while his poor father walks."
The father and son decided to do something different the
following Saturday. They both carried the donkey tied by its feet
to a pole placed on their shoulders.
On their way to market they overheard the people say, " Look
how they treat that poor donkey and they had the local
constable charge the father and son with cruelty to animals.
For more on the art of storytelling visit
http://motivationalplus.com/cgi/a/t.cgi?storytelling
Sunday, April 03, 2011
Saturday, April 02, 2011
This was seen on a bulletin board when I entered the venue to speak
I was recently invited to speak to a group of women on Managing Stress Using Humor.
As I entered the building I noticed their staff bulletin board to my right.
I ALWAYS read bulletin board items because they give me a good idea of the workplace culture I'll be working in.
This item was there in plain sight. I liked it, wrote it down and started sharing it with every woman's group I speak to.
It always goes over well.
Here it is.... If anyone knows the author let me know and I will definitely give credit.
When we were young you made me blush.
Turn hot then cold and turn to mush.
I still find all these things are true...
BUT IS IT MENOPAUSE OR YOU?
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As I entered the building I noticed their staff bulletin board to my right.
I ALWAYS read bulletin board items because they give me a good idea of the workplace culture I'll be working in.
This item was there in plain sight. I liked it, wrote it down and started sharing it with every woman's group I speak to.
It always goes over well.
Here it is.... If anyone knows the author let me know and I will definitely give credit.
When we were young you made me blush.
Turn hot then cold and turn to mush.
I still find all these things are true...
BUT IS IT MENOPAUSE OR YOU?
Need a speaker with a great message in a fun package?
http://motivationalplus.com/cgi/a/t.cgi?mmspeaks
Thursday, March 31, 2011
New cartoon plus cute oneliner
" 5 year old watching his Grandpa taking out his false teeth: " WOW, that was great. Now let me see you take off your nose."
New cartoon
New cartoon
Monday, March 28, 2011
Sunday, March 27, 2011
I Did it on Amazon Kindle
Well I finally did it. I took three of my best sellers and put them on Amazon Kindle. It wasn't that difficult. You can check them out here.
More will follow.
More will follow.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Check out my video on Stress Management and Humor
This talk was given to a group of community managers. The topic... Managing Stress Using Humor and Attitude. Take a look
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Top Ten Things You NEVER Say to the Woman in Your Life
1. How about a treadmill for your birthday?
2. That fit you last year. Didn't it?
3. Let's face it Honey, the scales don't lie.
4. Do you ever stop talking?
5. What do you do all day?
6. Is that your third cookie?
7. You have the legs of a 25 year old model...from the knees down.
8. Are you going out in that?
9. Is your Mother coming for a visit again this year?
10. That's quite a paunch you've got there
The lesson in this is Think before you open your manly mouth.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
New Office Cartoon
Isn't it interesting how many people in leadership positions change when they get a little power?
Verbal Self Defence
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Sitting by the ocean
Sitting by the ocean today here in North Myrtle Beach I was reminded of the words of Gibran, " The sea never sleeps and in its vigil there is consolation for the restless soul." I could stay here forever. It is that peaceful and comforting.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Tuesday, March 08, 2011
How to Overcome the Fear of Speaking in Public in Just 30 Days
I am offering all my blog readers a chance to order my new ebook " The Art of Fearless Speaking" for a great price. If you're tired of being tongue tied every time you have to speak in front of others then this is for you. Check it out here.
Saturday, March 05, 2011
A Photo that Proves That Humor is Everywhere
I looked out our hotel window and there it was...our laugh for the night. Sheer gift. Enjoy. Click Here to view.
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
Cartoon: You Know You're Stressed Out When...
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