Walkahead Blog: A Lesson From Darren Clarke....

Walkahead Blog: A Lesson From Darren Clarke....: "Here's a lesson for all of us. ..."

A Lesson From Darren Clarke....

Here's a lesson for all of us.                                                                        
                                                     
But it's a particularly good lesson for all those people who want success or fame FAST.

Darren has been a great golfer for many years, and has had lots of success along the way, but he hasn't won as big a tournament as The Open.

Until now.

As every golfer knows, you can play well and not win, and over the 20 or so years that Darren has been playing, some would say that his finest days were over. They won't be saying that now.

Darren has shown the world - and , more importantly, himself - that major success can come at anytime , as long as you are ready for it. Over the years Darren has been through some heart wrenchingly difficult times and you could argue that he wasn't ready to win big.

Now, having turned a few mental and emotional corners he is at his best and absolutely deserves the attention and acclaim he is being given.

So for those of you who dream of reaching your goals - take a lesson from Darren that has nothing to do with golf:

1. Never, ever, give up on your dream.

2. There is no such thing as 'too old'.

3. Dream big - make it worth holding out for.

4. Surround yourself with people who believe in you and support you through  thick and thin.

5. In your darkest hour, and in the face of adversity -  refuse to be crushed. 

6. Success isn't for the young. It's for those who want it the most, and who are ready.

7. Anything is possible, keep looking for ways to make it happen.

8. Stay cool, have fun. It shows, and wins you support and admirers.

9. It's not about the golf. It's about you as a person.

10. Never give up. Ever.


Well done Darren. For proving so many people wrong, for achieving something special and for giving hope to everyone.

A lesson learned.

Amana.

Straightforward, straight talking coach.

http://www.amanawalker.com/

Walkahead Blog: ..Are you halfway there yet?....

Walkahead Blog: ..Are you halfway there yet?....: "Yep, we're halfway through the year already .... ...And there are 2 big questions to ask yourself. ....and the firs..."

..Are you halfway there yet?....

Yep, we're halfway through  the year already....

           ...And there are 2 big questions to ask yourself.

....and the first one is this: 


1. How badly do I want it (whatever it is you had hoped to achieve that is)?


One of the biggest reasons we give up are because our desire is not big enough, or strong enough to help us overcome the obstacles and challenges that pop up along the way. But when you want something badly - trust me, you'll find a way, and nothing will stop you until you get there.

....and the second big question to ask yourself is this:


2. What are the consequences if I give up on trying?

One very possible consequence is that you and your life will be the same as it is now, at the end of the year. Of course you could start your 'plan of action' again in January - but c'mon- you may not stick to that either! If you are happy to be in the same situation at the end of the year, then that's ok. But let's not kid ourselves, you're not going to be happy with that , are you?

....And hey, the consequences if you don't give up are endless- and could be fantastic.

Your choice!

But given that we are in the middle of the year, you have every reason and still time to get what you want.

Give up or get going - but make a decision either way. Just don't let this moment in time pass you by. Pull out your plan of action (or make a new one) and commit to following through on those things you promised yourself to do.

If you need a 'prod' or goddammit, a 'kick' - to get moving (don't we all sometimes?), find someone who believes in you and will support you .


But make the next 6 months make up for lost time in the last 6 months.

The clock is ticking....

Amana
Straightforward, straight talking coach.
http://www.walkahead.co.uk/
http://www.amanawalker.com/

A note to Cheryl...From CoachX

One door closes, and another one opens.
Of course it doesn't always feel good at the time - but it will all turn out well for you.

We have a tendency to think on the 'dark' side, and that then pulls us into a hole we struggle to get out of (without a holiday, or a big lift of some kind).

But here's a tip for Cheryl Cole, anyone who has been rejected by 'X Factor' and those of you who have experienced major disappointment of some kind.

It's not what happens to you that's important. It's how you handle what's happened to - that's what's important.

Really important.

So Cheryl (and others)..get up, dust yourself down, and find a way to go sock it to 'em!

Amana  (CoachX)
Straightforward, straight talking coach.

http://www.amanawalker.com/
http://www.walkahead.co.uk/

Walkahead Blog: When being bad, is really good...

Walkahead Blog: When being bad, is really good...: "Being good is so overrated. Sometimes, being a little bit bad is not bad at all. Like when we break the rules, because the rules aren't ri..."

When being bad, is really good...

Being good is so overrated. Sometimes, being a little bit bad is not bad at all.

Like when we break the rules, because the rules aren't right anymore!
Like when we know we should conform, but it goes against our values.
Like when we know the process, but it's boring- so we choose our own path.
Like when doing things right, isn't the right thing to do.
Like when cutting corners, is a cut worth taking.

And when being bad, is just fun. (as long as it doesn't hurt anyone).

Life is about experiences- and not all experiences count as 'being good'...

Works for me.

Amana Walker
Straightforward, straight talking Coach

My Video (which really is good)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mz9ImXpTUj8

http://www.walkahead.co.uk/