The deadly corroding effect of RESISTANCE

05JUN

    

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A feeling of strong RESISTANCE washed over me when I contemplated the possibility to post a series of articles on the subject matter. I immediately in my mind’s eye viewed a movie how the readers fail to appreciate the powerful impact that resistance play in all areas of our lives. I spoke to a friend about RESISTANCE, but soon noticed that his eyes glazed over like a crocodile on the banks of one of our major rivers. The more I thought about the subject matter the more intense the RESISTANCE grew inside me. I attempted to research the subject matter, but made no or little progress. It soon became clear that the RESISTANCE that I experience when confronted with choices or when faced with unpleasant tasks did not really feature in material that addresses procrastination. There were lots of tips and material that that provide some guidance regards procrastination, but not a single author focused on the invisible feelings of RESISTANCE that I thought sabotage brave and sustained action.

Another thought came to mind that it might be a good idea to offer lectures on the deadly corroding effect of RESISTANCE, but another voice in my head immediately warned that nobody will turn up for such lectures. It was only when I sat down and listed the feelings and emotions that accompany RESISTANCE that I decided to write this series. I started my notes with the unhappiness that RESISTANCE caused me for as long as I can remember when I failed to act in a decisive manner.

I recalled how unhappy I became when I missed out on an outstanding investment some years ago because I RESISTED the clear indications and projections that chances of failure was minimal. I doubted a good friend that recommended the investment and suddenly noticed several signs of greed in his eyes. I dodged my friend’s phone calls and avoided restaurants where I knew he frequently took clients for lunch. I felt guilty and disgusted at the same time. I felt like a slime ball and a coward. I grew up with this guy and could not trace a single incident where he crooked anyone. I played rugby with this guy for years. We went on several tours together. I could not work up enough courage to tell my friend to his face that I think that the investment is risky and might injure me financially.

I even played with the idea to lie to him and create the impression that I am under pressure in the cash flow department. I hope you can see how my RESISTANCE messed with my mind. How I allowed feelings and emotions play with me and turn me into a stumbling idiot. Idiot might be a very appropriate description of me when I look back how this investment turned out for those that invested in this opportunity. Most of them made millions on the deal. I hope that this series will assist many of you to shine the light of truth on the irrational power force of RESISTANCE that mess up our lives, relationships, careers and composure.

 

I suggest that you look back today to incidents where your lack of courage and composure cost you dearly. Become aware of the magic key that most outstanding business entrepreneurs use to fend off the paralyzing fear of failure, pain and loss that stop most bottom feeders from reaching their goals and dreams. The magic key is courage linked to decisive and sustained action. 

 

Rene