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As the year draws to a close I thought it would be good to share some of my thoughts, insights and inspiration that I’ve received throughout the year
Whenever an interesting thought comes to mind I usually share it via my twitter account (@shach7) and sometimes my Facebook fanpage (MrBroderick Music). But I’ve also been noting each one down and collecting them all. There’s 50 meaning almost one for every week of the year
So below is a list of them all! And in case you like them and wanna keep them there’s also a PDF version for you to download and print:
Meshach’s Musings 2011 – PDF Download
I think we don't truly live until we allow ourselves to be vulnerable
How many of my goals are for me and how many are solely to 'show' and 'impress' other people?
Your perception is YOUR reality. But not necessarily anyone else's...
I am learning to detach my self-worth from my achievements...
There is beauty in rawness and imperfection...
Moaning and complaining in all its forms is NOT sexy
I'm not rich, but I have everything that I NEED #gratitude
Money. Easy come, easy go. Does not need to be idolised.
Right now I just want to take a moment and be thankful. Focus on the good, the great and the wonderful in life
I once was under the illusion that head knowledge/intelligence was the main ingredient for success...
A grudge only hurts you by increasing your stress levels. The other person is probably OBLIVIOUS
I don't know what tomorrow holds but I love the mystery
The only thing you can do about your past is FORGET IT
Sometimes we do need to check ourselves. Self-reflection is essential to growth
I believe that we are dealt certain cards in our childhood and adolescence and we spend our adult lives figuring out how to play them
Your individuality is your gift to the world. Thus it does not need approval from anyone
You really don't have to explain yourself
#ThingsPeopleShouldntDo: Live in the past or wish your life away in anticipation of the future. Enjoy the present.
#ThingsPeopleShouldntDo: Neglect moments of silence
#ThingsPeopleShouldntDo: Complain and moan constantly
#ThingsPeopleShouldntDo: Live a lie
Fear of criticism is a b*tch
Life is too short to play a "role". Be YOU no matter how hard it might seem at first
Letting go of what people think of you is difficult, but ESSENTIAL
When you think about it, all you have is right NOW, you have no guarantees
Deliberately choose the positive reactions over the negative ones today
Perfectionism is overrated
Sometimes the only person stopping you is yourself
Must. Take. One. Bold. Step. Everyday.
You see that thing you were putting off until the 'time is right'? Make a start on it TODAY
I wasted a lot of time trying to please everyone without even realising I was doing it. It's a MUG'S game. Do YOU.
Don't complain from the sidelines. You have to be on the field to score. Join the game.
Take the risk and step into the unknown from time to time... The 'familiar' is overrated
There is great freedom to be found in being yourself in spite of the negative opinions of others
Clutter is bad for mental clarity
Keeping things simple can be extremely complex
Hello and welcome to a new day. Your host today will be YOU. It's your show!
Talent without ACTION is nothing
We can create or eradicate physical feelings with the power of thought
Stronger every day
The word for today is 'NOW'. Now, now now, now, now. I know somebody out there needs to hear that
New day = new things to learn, new experiences to enjoy, new heights to reach...
Balance. Not too little... Not too much...
If you try to please everyone you will fail. Follow your instincts...
Action breeds motivation, which breeds more action
I'm rooting out negative thinking like an unwanted weed in a plush garden
Don't become a prisoner to the thoughts and opinions of other people
We are all teachers because we all have unique experiences that someone else can learn from
Get your ideas out!
Stay open to new ideas. We are constantly changing.
Emily King - Radio
This track has been hitting the spot of late… Love the cool, understated vocal delivery, the slight hint of reggae in the vibe and I definitely feel her in lyrics
Had the pleasure of watching her perform this live acoustically a couple of days ago with two guitars and two part harmony (her co-writer Jeremy Most was backing her).
Enjoy!
Emily King - Down
I found out about this artist from one of Ne-Yo’s tweets a while back
This song and vocal performance are sublime
(I would have gone with a softer snare for the chorus though *Producer’s hat on*)
I CHALLENGE you not to bop to this MJ!
I can’t believe I only found out about this song ‘Sunset Driver’ after playing the video game ‘Michael Jackson: The Experience’ on the Wii a few months back!
My head just won’t stop moving! :-)
I’ve learned not to stress over the things I cannot change. What will be, will be. What I can change, I will. What I can’t, I’ll deal with.
Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising that tempt you to believe your critics are right. To map out a course of action and follow it to an end requires some of the same courage that a soldier needs. Peace has its victories, but it takes brave men and women to win them.
- Ralph Waldo Emerson