It’s a rather troubling feeling to wake up each morning knowing you could be more than you have become.
Add to it this feeling of urgency to do something with your life . . . but what?
This was me for the better part of my adult life.
Yes, I had risen from the proverbial ashes after losing everything in 1995.
The money was there . . . but I was empty inside!
I was also quite sad and I never knew why until . . .
one day after lots of thought, and lots of prayer, it hit me.
I wanted to live a life that was undeniably one that mattered!
One where I contributed and knew in my heart that I made a difference!
Selfish, huh?
In February 2011, I hit my threshold and decided to listen to my heart and launch my business.
The first few months were scary!
While I was fortunate enough to have several instant clients, it wasn’t enough to financially validate my decision.
I watched my savings dwindle away and for a very short period of time, I thought maybe I screwed the proverbial pooch but . . .
I woke each morning happy and fulfilled and no longer felt empty.
I was experiencing a sense of peace that I had never felt before and you know what?
That was the deciding factor for me . . . If I could so thoroughly love what I was doing when the money wasn’t overly abundant, well I’d say Uncle Paul found his calling!
A few months ago, things picked up radically as if some cosmic rock star pushed a fast forward button on my revenue.
Today, my business is kicking ass without taking names. Truly I don’t need to know the names of asses I kick and don’t appreciate the pressure of having to take names. Who’s the genius who set that requirement?
The point is that I wanted this all along and wasn’t ready to listen to my heart, my soul and that horrible feeling of emptiness I carried.
That brings us to the gratitude portion of today’s rant
I am grateful for the opportunity to have fallen on my face back in 1995 because it forced me to make a promise that I would give back whenever and however I could.
I’m grateful for November 24th 2008 . . . That’s the day I had the guts to start blogging and start building the Paul Castain brand.
I’m grateful for that feeling that I could be doing more with my life because it forced me to break out of my comfort zone.
TIME OUT! Do you ever get that feeling that you could be doing more? If so, are you doing what you can to listen to your heart and at least begin a process so you can eventually fulfill your purpose?
I’m super grateful for my clients because we have a blast and I get to watch them attain new levels of rock stardom and you know what . . .
Don’t think for a moment that I’m not grateful for you!
You take the time to read my blog, leave comments, spread the word and even send me offline emails telling me how much this blog means to you!
I’ll spare you all the “You complete me” BS and simply say . . .
Thank you!
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Look at you making us feel all warm and fuzzy first thing in the morning! You’re not just a rock star – you’re also an Angel in Disguise.
Wonderful words to start my day . . . Thank you Debra!
Look at you making us feel all warm and fuzzy first thing in the morning! You’re not just a rock star – you’re also an Angel in Disguise.
Paul, you speak the words I often feel and you are so honest with your feelings that you put it out here for all to read. Talk about being transparent…you are an inspiration and a motivator, thank you!
Very nice of you to say that Hank . . .Thank you and Happy Friday!
I’m where you wre, just starting & still in the scary portion. However I know I’m exactly where I am supposed to be doing exactly what I was made to do. Thank you for your honesty & hope.
You “helped” me today.
Paul,
Thanks for being the genuine guy you are. You inspiration helps me grow my new business.
Keep up the great work. While your in this glow, see if will rub off on my new website you might want to peruse for me.
Cheers,
Larry
Thanks Larry . . . Will do!
Thank you. I understand exactly what you are talking about and you are an inspiration to me. My biz has been wiping out my retirement money for the past few years, but I love what I do and won’t give up.
Thank you Bobbi . . . Don’t give up and by all means reach out if you need a friend to bounce some ideas off of!
Paul, you have no idea how timely your post is. My problem, I’m a big chicken and stuck thinking financially that I cannot take that first step. You have inspired me to find that baby step to move forward with what fills me.
I’m a big fan of the baby step Jill . . . its far better than the misstep of no step.
Thank you for stopping by and God speed to you and your dream!
Once again Uncle Paul is spot on.
Thanks Bro-Montana!!
That’s what I love to hear Darcey!
Thank you!
Very cool Paul! You deserve the best!
Double rock horns of appreciation being sent your way Dan!
Thank you!
Thank you for those words, Paul.
Thank you Ogi!
Paul you are a rockstar! So many days I read your blog and say “wow, how’d he know exactly what I’m thinking about this week?”. Thanks so much for the continuous flow of positive vibes.
I’m no rock star Lisa . . . I have your office bugged and write my blogs accordingly 🙂
Thank you so much for the kind words!
Thank you broseph!
Oh, yeah I recognize the glasses!
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Paul,
Keep the “Attitude of Gratitude” going. You deserve it and you earned it. You keep wanna be Jedi’s like myself going with your wit, depth, and unique perspectives on life, sales, and the value of network.
You are Truly a Sales Rock Star!
Thanks JediMaster.
Bruce
Hi Uncle Paul,
You had me at hello… seriously, I really appreciate and look forward to your blogs as they are so helpful and inspiring to me. Thanks very much!!!