Wednesday Wisdom

Seed tomorrow with wise rebirth today

 I recently listened to an interview with Jack Kornfield, regarded as one of the master teachers to bring Buddhism to the U.S.  The first question: “What is Buddhism – is it a philosophy, a religion, a way of life?”  His response: “I’ll repeat what the Dalai Lama says, “It’s a science of the mind.  Although it is a religion practiced by millions around the world, for many of us, it’s a path to peace and compassion.” I captured several things he stated in that interview, this is simply a sample:

We, as human beings, have the amazing capacity to be reborn every day at breakfast, to ask ourselves, “Who will I be?”

Rather than making the seemingly heavy task of change a daily burden, we can reflect upon that question at sunrise and mindfully act upon our response in the moments of our day.

 

 

Life is calling . . .  Today’s the day . . . Make this moment matter!! 

Learn Lavishly. Live Significantly. Leave a Legacy.

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Wednesday Wisdom

Seed tomorrow with wise offering today

We’ll be leaving the island of Oahu this afternoon.  Thank you, paradise, for providing us an absorbent canvas upon which we painted experiences that are now captured deep within our souls. Just hearing the word “Hawaii” will make us smile. The wedding we experienced could not have been more beautiful, nor the families more loving. I now understand the Hawaiian word “Ho’okipa” which means:

Offering the best we have for our guests

May I return to the Mainland with a renewed vigor to remain gracious, kind and of service when offering my best self.

 

 Life is calling . . .  Today’s the day . . . Make this moment matter!! 

Learn Lavishly. Live Significantly. Leave a Legacy.

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Marilynn Semonick, CEO (Chief Exploration Officer)
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Wednesday Wisdom

Seed tomorrow with wise happiness today

Curt and I have traveled to the island of Oahu for a colleague and friend’s wedding. In fact, he calls us his “homeland family.” It’s an honor to be an appointed parent! While here, I received this message from the Universe (yes, I receive a daily message from the Universe):

The greatest gift a parent can give a child, Marilynn, is the ability to become independently happy.
And the greatest gift a child can give a parent is exercising that ability.
Happily, The Universe

As I relax into the luxury of doing nothing for several days, that message causes an immediate pang of pain. When raising our two beautiful daughters, I can honestly state that my behaviors probably modeled independence; however, not always tied to happiness. Somber, driven, goal and results oriented, yes. Happy, less often. So, as I observe the joy, wonder and consistent happiness our daughters easily and effortlessly share with others, I am beyond grateful that they were also raised by their daddy – the consistently joyful human. Better to learn such lessons earlier in life, my friends.
Life is calling . . . Today’s the day . . . Make this moment matter!!
Learn Lavishly. Live Significantly. Leave a Legacy.
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Wednesday Wisdom

Seed tomorrow with wise humility today

Last night, the elevator door opened as I left the Club Lounge at the Amelia Island Ritz Carlton, revealing a very familiar face with a wide, welcoming smile. “Oh, my, what a blessing to meet you! I’ve shared your leadership principles for decades. Thank you for your work and for sharing your wisdom.” His response,

I’m a simple man who was fortunate to work with exceptional talent. Thank you for your compliment.

Thank you, Mr. Lou Holtz . . . you solidified my hero status in you!!!! How refreshing to hear the sound of a decent, wise, leader within the constant cacophony of vulgarity and insults spewing in the media today.

 

Life is calling . . . Today’s the day . . . Make this moment matter!!
Learn Lavishly. Live Significantly. Leave a Legacy.
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Marilynn Semonick, CEO (Chief Exploration Officer)
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Wednesday Wisdom

Seed tomorrow with wise time investment today

Have you heard yourself or someone else say, “There’s just never enough time!” Not long after I hear myself say those words a few days ago, I read Henry Collins comment:

No such thing as spare time. No such thing as free time. No such thing as down time. All you got is life time. Go.

Message received.

 

Life is calling . . . Today’s the day . . . Make this moment matter!!
Learn Lavishly. Live Significantly. Leave a Legacy.
Visit http://www.The Success Studio.com
http://www.marilynnsemonick.com
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Marilynn Semonick, CEO (Chief Exploration Officer)
Educator, Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Professional Speaker
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