The Pursuit of Success

The path towards the peak is always strewn with roadblocks, real and presumed. The harder the climb, the sweeter the victory.  “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning”. Wise words were spoken by Benjamin Franklin, one of the powerhouses of his time. It’s also true that lasing success comes with a price tag that is too expensive, and demands sacrifices and categorical decisions at every turn, and few are willing to venture into such perilous territory.

It’s imperative to stress the importance of clarity. The clarity in purpose is like the beacon, or perhaps like a lighthouse that guides a ship on a stormy night. Many fail here and are left to pick up the fragments of broken dreams. Every individual must have a master plan and effective contingency mechanisms. Deliberate questions like, “ Is my potential being utilized to the fullest? Or What should I try differently this time for greater impact?” Are questions that must be asked again and again. Success is not measured by an individuals’ assets or overall net worth, though they are fine to have. A successful life brims with passion and purpose and is characterized by long-lasting winning relationships. Money doesn’t determine an individual’s success, contrary to popular opinion. Had that been the case, there wouldn’t have been a rise in substance abuse and murders amongst the wealthiest individuals in the world.

Jim Carrey is perhaps one of those rare individuals who visualized success long before they tasted it. That doesn’t discount the importance of hard work. Yet I have read the stories of some of the greatest billionaires of our time and their origins can be traced to humble beginnings. That burning desire, clarity of vision and a firm resolve to beat the odds with a little bit of eccentric out of the box thinking are the trademark characteristics of some of the world’s greatest pioneers.

Many people condemn themselves needlessly and think they have blown it. Case in point. Abraham Lincoln failed in his bid for the United States presidency fifty-two times. But he nailed it eventually. Don’t predict what can or cannot happen. Life has a way of rewarding hard work and undeniable talent.

We shall explore a few blocks/ limiting beliefs that severely deter an individual in his path to progress. The life that we know today is brimming with possibilities and even bigger diversions. No wonder, clarity in purpose which I have spoken about earlier is key. Razor-sharp intent and focus is a driving indicator for lasting success. Your past mistakes are not a predictor of future success. One of the key questions to ask yourself is, “ If I don’t believe in myself who will?” Don’t assume the outcome. It’s quite possible that you might be a victim of bad decision making and your confidence has taken a beating. Starting again is risky. But, staying in the same place is riskier still. Let me elaborate. Life today can be compared to a raging current. You either swim upstream or downstream. And if you don’t swim at all, you don’t have a say in the outcome. It takes sheer persistence to swim upstream. You could very well become your own biggest critic and interpret life negatively. Do it enough and it eventually becomes your default mechanism.

Remember the golden rule for successful living is taking personal accountability for your actions. Regardless of your race, ethnicity, gender, conflicting relationships and a host of other factors, it all boils down to you. Success is a very personal choice. You cannot blame bad genes or lack of resources for failure. The way you see yourself determines everything that happens to you. Win the war in your mind first. Engage with the world at large, for it will aid you in your journey towards fulfillment.

Henry Kissinger sums it up beautifully, “Every success is usually an admission ticket to a new set of decisions.” Ask questions, seek help, view setbacks as a learning opportunity and have a bird’s eye view of the future. Anticipate the future and then create it.

If you are interested to find out how to Map your path to a successful career and redesign your life, I invite you to book a free session with Coach Sajid using the below link.

https://my.timetrade.com/book/LNX16

Sajid Ahamed is a “Certified trainer of NLP” and Founder of Inner Peace Life Coaching Pvt Ltd, India. He organizes Grinder approved training in India and the Middle East. He is a firm believer in high performance. He enjoys engaging in powerful conversations that lead to effective learning and results. He conducts NLP Practitioner and New Code NLP trainings in India and the Middle East. He is one of the few who are authorized by ITA (International Training Academy) to conduct New Code NLP Certifications in India and the Middle East. Being Certified in Energy Leadership Index Assessment by one of the largest ICF-accredited coach training schools in the world, “Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching” (iPEC). He is also certified and authorized to conduct Emotional intelligence Assessments by Six Seconds. Sajid empowers his clients to achieve their greatest potential and evolve into their personal best version through emotional intelligence coaching.

Being among the Top NLP Trainers in India, Sajid’s USP is How to get rid of Phobias, you are invited to check out his next NLP training in Bangalore.

IPLC Team

Parenting – A Relationship that Nurtures Future

Are happy families rapidly becoming extinct in this new age of limitless possibilities? In this age of groundbreaking technological developments and global interconnectedness, keeping in touch with one’s own immediate family seems like a daunting task. Sitting around the fire while sharing a sumptuous meal and funny anecdotes seem confined only to special occasions and holidays. Senior citizens who are relegated to assisted living have become commonplace, a liability that has to be swiftly taken care of. This is the generation of instant fixes. More and more families are adopting a nuclear style of co-existence, as opposed to the joint family system of yesteryears.

In today’s world, parenting has become almost equivalent to running a marathon. In a mad dash to meet deadlines and official responsibilities, children are left at daycare centers or tuition centers. As they grow older, they prefer the world of video games and TV dinners, never having had the chance to interact at a deeper level. Parenting just boils down to provision, and nothing more. The result shouldn’t come as a surprise when more and more children resort to violence fuelled by angst and unresolved feelings. I have seen this played out on numerous occasions in the widely popular Crime series on BBC. Excessive abandonment triggers a deep psychological need to vent and commit audacious crimes. Why is this important? Perhaps to realize how widespread dysfunction can spread for lack of adequate parental support and love. There are always exceptions to the rule, but prevalent psychosocial disorders are inevitably the result of dysfunctional homes. Teenage rebellion is a rite of passage, but coupled with bad parenting is a potent cocktail for disaster. Rehabilitation and therapy can work effectively for the individual, but the damage is already done. We shall explore why good parenting is the need of the hour.

Good parenting is a byproduct of stable committed relationships, where people are mutually invested.

That is the bedrock for creating happy homes, where children thrive. Setting boundaries, establishing good rapport and creating an atmosphere of discipline don’t happen by chance. They are the result of some “serious work” that couples diligently have worked upon. The ripple effects of this kind of parenting are immeasurable, seen over generations. You may ask, Why is this information important to me? Because, you, my friend have the potential to create positive change in your family and impact it in more ways than you imagine. Children in today’s age are bombarded with tons of information, and the relentless drive to compete is starting at a younger age. They need to know they can rely on YOU. They need to know that you will be available and non-judgmental. The statistics for teenage suicides are unbelievable. The World is a dangerous place, where bullying and verbal insults can wreck the kind of damage that will render a child completely devoid of emotion. The importance of having a home that is welcoming and a safe haven can’t be emphasized enough.

Parenting, like any art, requires some sacrifices and a lot of work,  that needs to be perfected over time. In all the years of being a coach, the number one principle that stands out is, TIME. Ironically, that is the one thing that’s in short supply. Children need time, lots of it, in order to handle life’s demands. Go on walks, fishing trips or a road trip. Sometimes, young children need additional support mechanisms to cross over into adolescence. They need to see relationships being modeled in front of them. They need to know that their parents love each other.

If you feel that your parenting skills need a little brushing up, you can always reach out to a relationship expert or a coach who can help you get there. Many couples feel overwhelmed by sudden outbursts and persistent “violent behavior”. It’s crucial to handle such situations with extreme caution, and not retaliate. One of the first steps in the right direction is to discover your image for a happy family and those of others in your family. The next logical step would align all members of the family with some common values, knowing well that each and every member have their own image of a happy family.

I use a technique called family wheel for improvement, and set a vision for an empowered family and identify beliefs that hold you back from becoming an empowered family before I coach on how to build an empowered family. Whether you are a new parent and want to learn the ropes or you are an experienced one dealing with teenage angst, reach out to a coach who can give you the tools to master parenting. The end result? To create an empowered family that’s high on synergy.

Sajid Ahamed is a “Certified trainer of NLP” and Founder of Inner Peace Life Coaching Pvt Ltd, India. He organizes Grinder approved training in India and the Middle East. He is a firm believer in high performance. He enjoys engaging in powerful conversations that lead to effective learning and results. He conducts NLP Practitioner and New Code NLP training in India and the Middle East. He is one of the few who are authorized by ITA (International Training Academy) to conduct New Code NLP Certifications in India and the Middle East. Being Certified in Energy Leadership Index Assessment by one of the largest ICF-accredited coach training schools in the world, “Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching” (iPEC). He is also certified and authorized to conduct Emotional intelligence Assessments by Six Seconds. Sajid empowers his clients to achieve their greatest potential and evolve into their personal best version through emotional intelligence coaching.

Being among the Top NLP Trainers in India, Sajid’s USP is How to get rid of Phobias, you are invited to check out his next NLP training in Bangalore.

If you are interested to find out how to build an empowered family, you can book a free session with him using the below link.

https://my.timetrade.com/book/LNX16

IPLC Team