•BIG Money.
•BIG Love.
•Freedom.
•Impact.
That’s what we want.
But we were influenced to settle for less than we deserve.
They told us to be realistic.
But they don’t know what I know.
And they don’t feel what I feel.
And that’s why they won’t have what I’ll have.
I’ll never settle.
I’ll take what’s mine.
Throughout our lives, since the beginning, we’ve been influenced to believe that true happiness and fulfillment cannot be achieved in this life.
We’ve been conditioned to believe that this type of life is only for the rich and famous.
It’s just straight up not true.
Look around.
Most of us are mindlessly going through the day, waiting on the weekend. I’ve been guilty of it so many times, despite saying I’d never live like that.
The jobs and responsibilities wear us down. By the time the weekend rolls around, we’ve lost the motivation to achieve anything more.
It’s because we lack purpose.
Purpose is the one thing that gives us that extra power in life. That light that you carry.
What if you looked at where you are in life right now as a stepping stone, a necessary part of your journey, on your way to the greater vision for your life? Then, you would see that it’s a place that you should be thankful for.
I don’t know what you’re going through or where you’re at in life, but I can promise you that it can lead you higher if you’re willing to go.
Our circumstances are not the problem.
The problem is not where we were born or what we were born into.
Some of us have harsher conditions than others, and yet, still find a way.
The problem is not external. The problem is internal. But the problem can also be the answer.
- How can I make more money?
- How do I start my own business?
- How do those people seem so happy?
- How could I quit my job?
- How can I be happy?
- How could I do more when I’m already so crunched for time?
I know how it is. I get tired just thinking about it. It’s normal.
But that’s the issue.
They lied to us.
Normal is not the winning formula.
Because we were made for more.
But most people want to take the easy road.
They made it easy to give up and settle.
And it feels easy to ride the wave and let somebody else break the chains.
They didn’t give us the blueprint.
But…
You can face the challenge of taking control now, or face the challenge of regret later.
You should pour everything you can into a living a meaningful life. For yourself, for your family, and the ones that you’ll be able to impact.
Because of where I’ve been and things I’ve seen, I’ve dedicated my life to break the chains for myself and my family. And I feel like it’s my purpose to help other people do the same. So I want to keep pushing and do my best to provide as much insight to help as possible.
The Answers You’ve Been Searching For In Life Are Not So Far Way…
At some point, you’ll realize that you’ve been asking the wrong questions.
I have spent my entire life questioning things. I have never understood The Settle Mentality.
As I’ve gone through life, I’ve seen disappointments and frustration. I’ve been broken and tired. So I do understand how people get tired of fighting and eventually settle.
I have empathy for those that have faced so much opposition that it took the wind out of their sails. But I can never relate to not questioning things in the first place.
I just don’t quit. And I don’t believe that any person is better than the next. I know we all have different abilities and circumstances, but people from all backgrounds with all different abilities have been fortunate enough to pave a way to greatness.
Somebody out there with less talent, less opportunity, and worse circumstances has made a way to greatness. If they can, why not us?
The answers are all right there, on the inside. How bad do really you want it?
Dreams are the proof of a reality that could be.
If you never bring real life action and give legs to the dream, how can it ever stand?
It’ll stay stuck in your mind, time will pass, and you’ll have to live with it.
But you know what to do.
You gotta make it happen.
Your heart is starving.
If you don’t put the work in, your dreams will only survive in your mind.
Your vision will eventually be choked out by the rat race. And you’ll settle.
You want the answers given to you. You want somebody to come solve your problems.
But nobody can.
You have everything you need, right here, right now to get started. To create a life that you’re proud of. To leave no stone unturned.
You owe it to yourself to make sure that as the years go by, you can look back and truly know that you have given your everything.
That takes away any room for doubt or regret.
This is the answer.
Remember earlier when I said that the problem can also be the answer? That’s because the problem and the answer are both found in this one thing: perspective.
Perspective is a problem whenever it’s strictly a product of its environment, especially when it’s a negative environment.
Just like I’ve mentioned earlier, we’ve all been influenced. Most of us have been negatively influenced at some point, either by family, friends, or media.
Society as whole conditions us to settle.
When we settle at our own expense, believe we have limited power, and think negative thoughts, that’s when our perspective is a problem.
How can we change our lives for the better when our perspective is negative? It shows up in our lives. How can we impact others in a positive way when we spend most of our time grouchy and tired?
Now, perspective is the answer when it’s in its correct form: positive, strong, confident, and empowering.
You know those people that are always smiling and confident. You know those people that just seem to be more happy. There’s something to say about their perspective.
This is how you change your life for the better…
Better Perspective = Better Life
Things flow in a more positive direction when we are more positive.
Take control where you can.
- Thoughts: You’ve got to be conscious of the way that you think. When you start to get ahold of your thoughts, you’ll be able to control your outcomes a lot more. How you act in a situation has a big impact on how things turn out. And how you act is greatly impact by how you think. So you’ve got to take control of your thoughts.
- Narrative: You’ve got to be conscious of the way you talk to yourself. Build yourself up and never tear yourself down. Check the negative talk at the door of your mind and fight against it with positive talk.
- Influence: You’ve got to be conscious of the influences in your life. If it’s negative, spend less time around it. Whether it’s people, places, or some kind of media, it has an impact on the overall culture of your mind. Search for more positive influence.
- Action: I know I say this one a lot. You’ve got to start taking positive action. Find a way to fit in working out. You’ll live with more confidence. Find a way to read more. If it’s gonna help you, find a way to fit it in your life.
- Don’t make excuses, make a way.
This is not a one stop shop to fix everything in your life immediately. This is a guide to start shifting your life in a positive direction. This is simple enough to show you that you can make change in your life.
This might not instantly set you free from your day job, but it might help you realize the path to greater things. Some people might even realize that they’re able to move up the ladder once they start operating with a different perspective.
I can’t tell you exactly how your life will change because I don’t know your full potential. But you do. And if you’ve got the vision, you’ve got the ability.
I can promise you that taking positive, conscious control of your life in the areas that you’re able to will only lead to positive results.
Only you can know where it will lead.
I’ve done these things in my own life. And you’d be surprised by how far the simple things can take you. These simple things compile over time to shift your identity and shape your reality. You’ll start to see new opportunities and think differently. That’s when you’re able to understand your actual capabilities.
DO NOT live with the limits that others have placed on you.
Our lives are made up of our thoughts, actions, and habits. When these change, our lives change.
Tell me you feel that drive to go get something done!
Let’s keep moving forward and proving everybody wrong….
Aight my friend, IT IS OFFICIAL!! My very first completed book, NVR SETTLE, will be released on August 8th!
This is something that I’ve always wanted to do. Up until now, I haven’t felt like it was time. But it’s here now and I’m so excited to share my life and wisdom.
And for anybody that wants to go deeper than the book, I’ll have some other things available on my website zachbanes.com
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Zach Banes