Lessons from Woodstock 1969

This week’s Blog “Who Are You? Who? Who? Who? Who- had a huge response-Thank You! It was appropriate given that it was on the Anniversary of Woodstock!

The legendary band The Who remains to be one of the main images of WOODSTOCK and what it symbolized with their songs of generational revolution like "My Generation" and "Won't Get Fooled Again." They are now timeless. I still dig them!

But don’t miss the Great Lessons that can be learned from that historical weekend as it relates to your Search For Significance! The Who, Santana, Jefferson Airplane siezed on an opportunity that some totally missed! People miss simple clues that are right next to them! You and I need the ability to detect the clues life sets before us. On this rainy day, these 3 bands and others were asked on short notice to be in a documentary called "Woodstock” and although this decision didn’t seem all that important at the time—it turned out to be the Apex of their careers! Serendipity can appear in unlikely places and come from unexpected sources. Successful people are always expecting serendipity. I love the GK Chesterton quote: “The one thing in life that gives radiance above other things is that there is something great just around the corner.” Are you looking for it?!

On the other hand, many others at Woodstock like The Incredible String Band, refused to go on in the rain and missed the documentary shooting window even though they performed later. They didn't make the legendary film and missed out on the support/screen release that the others benefited from. As the Woodstock legend and movie grew, The Who by their performance and agreement to be in the documentary made them one of the leaders/anthems of change for generations to come. They’re now connected to that event forever and the images from that documentary continues to reach people, while others…unfortunately missed out!

Let’s review 7 Success Tips to assist you in your Search for Significance.

1. When confronted with an opportunity–Ask yourself-- is the Risk Worth the Reward?
2. Life is made up of “Moments and Choices.” Don’t miss yours!
3. Anyone on a great quest is looking for clues that will guide them! You’re closer than you think!
4. Your dream is the fire that energizes you toward your destiny. Don’t allow your own negative thinking to extinguish it!
5. Fear of failure keeps more people stuck in the status quo than anything else!
6. One of life’s great paradoxes is that by not deciding you’re making a decision. Step out!
7. Don’t be a fence sitter. When given an opportunity--Seize it!

Who are you? Who? Who? Who? Who? I really want to know!

Is it possible that U once dreamed of living a different life from the one you're living now but just can't remember, something for which you're uniquely and wonderfully “wired?" Many of us have gotten sidetracked and forgotten our original dream. We’re so busy just dealing with job and life issues that we can forget some of the important things so essential to who we truly are.

If this is you—STOP IMMEDIATELY--call a “Who” Friend! What’s a “Who” friend? How can they help?

1. A “Who” friend will call a halt to fearful thinking by insisting you stop listening to your own negative self-talk. In the face of those lies they will start speaking truth about your accomplishments, and the truth about the value of your dreams and goals.

2. A “Who” friend will intercept you on the dark path you’ve taken and redirect your steps back on to the path of light. They know you, care for you, and will remind you that you have a future and
a hope.

3. A “Who” friend knows your true identity and won’t let you forget it. When the “Power of Forgetfulness” tries to roll in—you need your “Who.”
The world will distract you! If you’re not careful, you will actually forget “Who you are” and end up with a second or third best identity. So:

Who are you? Who? Who? Who? Who?
You really want to know? Well, I believe you’re:

• A person who has a great destiny ahead!
• A Treasure chest of gifts and talents! U do 1 thing better than anyone in the world!
• A “Moment Maker”-An Unconditional Giver!
• A trusted & valued Grandpa/Grandma, Mom/Dad, Husband/Wife, Son or daughter.
• An inspirational mentor-coach-teacher-best friend-mate-counselor,& spiritual adviser.
• A Somebody! Not just Anybody!
• A Great friend! You listen, celebrate, forgive & encourage those around you.
• You’re a Lover! It’s who you are-& that includes loving yourself!

Unleash the Power of WHO in your friends & family’s lives today!
You make a Difference!

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Make This Weekend Special w/ your WHO!

Friendships are as vital to our dreams as food and water are to our bodies. It makes a difference when you show people you care. I know, because it makes a big difference to me when someone cares for me. Dad passed away 9 years ago and Mom followed. Our homes were only 3 blocks apart, and we enjoyed a wonderful, loving relationship. My mom would often call to see how I was doing. I didn’t know how much I enjoyed her checking up on me until there were no more calls.

This weekend I want to encourage you to make the extra effort to celebrate, encourage, and help others. When you step out and do it you will find that it can establish bonds of friendship that will last you a lifetime.
It’s an investment that's never wasted!

Ten fun ideas for this weekend:
1. Invite one of your WHO friends that you haven’t been with in awhile out for coffee or lunch.
2. Invite new and old WHO friends over for a BBQ at your house! Burgers, hotdogs, your favorite special item you grill!!
3. Take a WHO friend to a major league or minor league ball game, buy them a baseball hat, get nachos, and crackerjacks!
4. Get a WHO friend and go workout together or take a class together at a local college.
5. Get another couple and join a Salsa class or go C&W dancing.
6. Get a group together and go bowling!
7. Go play Frisbee Golf! You remember…
8. Be the kind of friend that others can lean on this weekend when they need loyalty, helpful advice, and encouragement. Be that special person who reaches out with an extended hand of friendship when they need it the most! Help that new neighbor move in, carry boxes, or maybe just listen and give encouragement through a loss of a parent, a troubled relationship.
9. Give your time at a local nursing home! Put in flowers in their flowerbeds, read and hug as many there as you can!
10. Be silly: Read the comics, wrestle with your kids, stop at Dunkin Donuts, play in the pool, hit some golf balls, wash your car, get a snow cone, get a library card, and laugh so hard until you cry!

Oh to have a “Who Friend” when life gets all tangled up. Go deep not wide. Be Transformational !!! Life is short, SO HAVE FUN!

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Reach Out & Help A Friend Today!

Kevin Spacey starred in a motion picture called Pay It Forward, playing a high school teacher who assigned each student in his class to think of a way to make a significant impact in the lives of others. He challenged them to come up with ideas on how their class could change the world for the better.

One of the students presented a simple, yet profound idea that required everyone in the class to perform three unconditional acts of kindness for a total stranger with the only stipulation being that the recipient would go and do the same thing for three other people. The concept was to “pay it forward,” thereby creating an exponential effect that would change the world for the better.

It’s basically the same concept we have seen or experienced at sporting events called the “wave.” A group of people stand up and throw their arms in the air then sit back down. The “pay it forward” concept kicks in as the next group of people repeats the process. On and on it goes as the “wave” undulates all around the stadium. You can have the same effect on your world as you look for opportunities to be a giver who creates special moments for others. You have the power to start a “wave” that just might go around the world. But remember, you don’t start a “wave” with the person on the other side of the stadium. You start with the person right next to you!

I want to challenge you on two fronts:

1. What if we started this today with the people we know-Our WHO! Each of us knows 1 person who is vulnerable-lost their job or is in a crisis. Remember . . . the times in your life when others were “moment makers” for you. Perhaps it was someone who helped you through a difficult passage in your life or got you that important interview or hired you when no one else would or gave you a great reference— “just because.”

2. Step outside your comfort zone, even when it’s seemingly inconvenient and be a “moment maker." Reach out and help a friend today!

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With unemployment rising each month, there are 14.5 million people that are desperately seeking employment. Who are these people? Do we care? Of course we do! They’re our friends, our Dad’s, daughters, uncles, & neighbors.  There’s one song they’re singing and we all know the words. What is it?  Yeah that’s right--The Beatles, “Help! I need somebody.”  But do you remember the next line?  “Help not just anybody!”  “Who Friends” are not just anybody. They’re your special “somebody.”

 

There are several reasons you don’t want to go to just “Anybody” to get the help you need:

 

·         Anybody doesn’t really care about your dream, so don’t waste your time asking them for help.

·         Anybody isn’t reliable. They usually give advice that’s convenient and helpful for them rather than useful to you.

·         Anybody doesn’t know you personally, so they are too  busy with their own agenda to stop and help you.

 

So, don’t ask just “Anybody” for help. The person you want to ask is a “Who” friend. “Who” friends are not just “Anybody,” they’re your special“Somebody.”

 

·         Somebody really does care about you and your dream and has the power and willingness to help you.

·         Somebody is reliable. They are willing to take the time and effort to mentor, guide, and assist you in every way they can.

·         Somebody knows you personally, likes you, and will make the time to help you.

 

Each of us knows one person who is vulnerable today! So I want to challenge you on two fronts:

 

1. Remember . . . the times in your life when others were “moment makers” for you. Perhaps it was someone who helped you through a difficult passage in your life or got you that important interview or hired you when no one else would or gave you a great reference— “just because.”

2. Step outside your comfort zone, even when it’s seemingly inconvenient, to be a “moment maker” for others.

 

 

By the way---don’t deprive Your WHO the joy of helping you!