If you won the lottery today, would you change? I bet yourfirst response is, "No!" Well, think again. Even if youdon't intend to, there are jealous people in your circleright now who will force you to change. And believe me,some of them are your so-called friends.
Forget about the lottery for a moment. Did you know thatpeople can be jealous of you just because you dress nicely,because you are ambitious, because you got a promotion,because you do your job well, or even because your beamingsmile makes you popular? I can see some heads nodding "yes."
So, be aware there are some jealous people in your circle.Some are obvious, and others fake it well. Another thingyou might want to consider is that there are people whowill cheer you up as long you are at their level. Themoment you start climbing the ladder of success, whether itbe financially or professionally, they start resenting you.
Am I saying money will change you? Not really. But it doeschange the way others see you. And that, my friend, willcause you to not be yourself.
Let me explain...
Once your status changes, some of your friends will becomesensitive to what you say. You will inevitably andharmlessly ruffle some feathers by your comments. You mightnaively say to a friend, "Why didn't you get a car withleather seats? I don't like cloth seats."
Well, your friend might process your innocent comment andsay something like this, "now that she has money, shedoesn't like cloth seats. She makes me sick!" Before youknow it, someone starts spreading the word and smearingyour name. But what's so hurtful about it is that theynever repeat exactly what you said. I guarantee you...theywill stretch it and say it with a totally different spin.
I am telling you, jealous people are sick. They are playerhaters. And many of them are fakers (oops! Another Fword!). In your face, they kiss you all over. But once youwalk away, the back stabbing starts. That causes you tostart watching what you say. As a result, you are not yournatural self anymore.
Do you see how it's possible you might change if you wonthe lottery? Yep, hypocrites and jealous people can have adevastating effect on you.
Here are 5 strategies to help deal with them effectively: click to here
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Rene Godefroy is the Award-winning author of No Condition is Permanent. He rose from extreme poverty and diseases in a tiny village in Haiti to being of the most elecrifying motivational speakers in America. In 1983 he arrived in the US with $5 dollars and unable to speak anyEnglish. Today he is living the American dream. http://www.noconditionispermanent.com
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Thursday, August 04, 2005
Wednesday, August 03, 2005
Are You Really Serious About Success?
Well, don't tell me how bad you want to succeed. I think it's much better to tell yourself. I don't mean to be tough. This is not what this is about. But too many of us are living a lie...An illusion. We talk too much about it!
Success is not an event. It's the culmination of many events. If you think about it, inertia is the enemy of success. When I say event, I am talking about doing something to make it happen. Now you don't have to move a mountain to create an event. Although sometimes you might have to do so.
Have you ever met people who just can't keep their mouth shut when they around you? They will tell you everything they are going to do. I mean, if you are going to do something to better your life, just do it. Then talk about it later.
Why go around and tell others if you are not going to do it. You see what I mean? First, we have to develop the discipline to take consistent action--even when it's inconvenient. Yes, it make be a little painful now. But the rewards are great. Plus others will respect you for doing what they have been thinking about.
Always keep in mind that regrets are more painful than discipline. I encourage you to start now, not later. Do something regardless of how small it may be.
Maybe what you really need is a kick or a push to help you go from inertia to action. You may need something to inspire and touch you a the cellular level. Thousands wrote to let me know how my book No Condition is Permanent has changed their lives. Click on this link for more info about the book Success Story.
I chat with you later. Yes, you can!
Rene Godefroy Great Motivational Speakers
Success is not an event. It's the culmination of many events. If you think about it, inertia is the enemy of success. When I say event, I am talking about doing something to make it happen. Now you don't have to move a mountain to create an event. Although sometimes you might have to do so.
Have you ever met people who just can't keep their mouth shut when they around you? They will tell you everything they are going to do. I mean, if you are going to do something to better your life, just do it. Then talk about it later.
Why go around and tell others if you are not going to do it. You see what I mean? First, we have to develop the discipline to take consistent action--even when it's inconvenient. Yes, it make be a little painful now. But the rewards are great. Plus others will respect you for doing what they have been thinking about.
Always keep in mind that regrets are more painful than discipline. I encourage you to start now, not later. Do something regardless of how small it may be.
Maybe what you really need is a kick or a push to help you go from inertia to action. You may need something to inspire and touch you a the cellular level. Thousands wrote to let me know how my book No Condition is Permanent has changed their lives. Click on this link for more info about the book Success Story.
I chat with you later. Yes, you can!
Rene Godefroy Great Motivational Speakers
Monday, March 28, 2005
On My Way to Chicago For Another Motivational Keynote
I'm on my way to the airport to catch a flight to Chicago. This month has been very busy for me. But I'm not complaining. I am doing what I love. It's my passion. I am impacting lives!
Unless you have read my book No Condition is Permanent, you would not understand why I am so excited about what I do. I am the child who grew up in extreme poverty in a tiny and impoverished Haitian village. Many of the people in the village had given up hope that I would survive.
I made it! And life is wonderful in America. I'm traveling the country keynoting conferences for fortune 500 companies. This is awesome! I want to encourage you to stay the course. Yes, it may be hard but it's possible. Stay with it and one day you will feel the same way I feel. Trust me, it wasn't all that easy for me. But I stayed with it.
When I get back from Chicago, I will be sharing the reactions I get from my audience. Meanwhile, keep your eyes on the prize!
Motivational Keynote Speaker Rene Godefroy
Unless you have read my book No Condition is Permanent, you would not understand why I am so excited about what I do. I am the child who grew up in extreme poverty in a tiny and impoverished Haitian village. Many of the people in the village had given up hope that I would survive.
I made it! And life is wonderful in America. I'm traveling the country keynoting conferences for fortune 500 companies. This is awesome! I want to encourage you to stay the course. Yes, it may be hard but it's possible. Stay with it and one day you will feel the same way I feel. Trust me, it wasn't all that easy for me. But I stayed with it.
When I get back from Chicago, I will be sharing the reactions I get from my audience. Meanwhile, keep your eyes on the prize!
Motivational Keynote Speaker Rene Godefroy
Shame On Jealous People
Mitshuca is a dazzling teenager with a sparkling smile that any toothpaste company would envy. She has an earthy and effervescent personality. She is the essence of femininity. Simply put, she is a masterpiece! But there is one problem. Many of her schoolmates are jealous of her beauty. How sad! Is Mitshuca better than they are? No!!!!
History is replete with people who were short, tall, ugly, and even disabled, who shattered the ceiling of doubts and limitations to change the world for the better. You see, it’s not what’s on you that is important, it’s what’s in you! Being attractive is not a rite of passage.
It doesn't guarantee us anything in life. Jealousy is a symptom of a severe case of low self-esteem, and it’s a disease that can eat us alive. That's why jealous people are often angry.
We all, at some point, suffer from low self-esteem. However, disliking another because of what he or she has is almost like living life at the level of the beast.
Perhaps you wonder why I feel so strongly about this issue. I promise you, I am not a victim. I just feel sorry for those who are dealing with jealous people such as friends or family members. Mitshuca can’t change a thing about her beauty.
She can only keep in mind that her good looks don’t mean that she is better than anybody else and strive to be humble instead of pompous or arrogant. That’s all she can do. Besides, the real beauty is that which is inside.
There are unattractive people who radiate and glow in the presence of others because of their positive and upbeat attitude. On the other hand, there are some very attractive people whom we can't stand being around because of their attitude.
My friend, jealous people are distractive by nature. You can't let them distract you. No person can take away what God has in store for you. Keep knocking on doors in spite of what others may say about you.
As you strive to reach your maximum potential, you are bound to meet many jealous people. Please be compassionate to them. They are sick and they need help. Try instead to boost their self-esteem by stroking their egos.
I wish you incredible success!
This article is written by Rene Godefroy. Please contact our office if you are interested in the reprint rights. For more click here Motivational Keynote Speaker
History is replete with people who were short, tall, ugly, and even disabled, who shattered the ceiling of doubts and limitations to change the world for the better. You see, it’s not what’s on you that is important, it’s what’s in you! Being attractive is not a rite of passage.
It doesn't guarantee us anything in life. Jealousy is a symptom of a severe case of low self-esteem, and it’s a disease that can eat us alive. That's why jealous people are often angry.
We all, at some point, suffer from low self-esteem. However, disliking another because of what he or she has is almost like living life at the level of the beast.
Perhaps you wonder why I feel so strongly about this issue. I promise you, I am not a victim. I just feel sorry for those who are dealing with jealous people such as friends or family members. Mitshuca can’t change a thing about her beauty.
She can only keep in mind that her good looks don’t mean that she is better than anybody else and strive to be humble instead of pompous or arrogant. That’s all she can do. Besides, the real beauty is that which is inside.
There are unattractive people who radiate and glow in the presence of others because of their positive and upbeat attitude. On the other hand, there are some very attractive people whom we can't stand being around because of their attitude.
My friend, jealous people are distractive by nature. You can't let them distract you. No person can take away what God has in store for you. Keep knocking on doors in spite of what others may say about you.
As you strive to reach your maximum potential, you are bound to meet many jealous people. Please be compassionate to them. They are sick and they need help. Try instead to boost their self-esteem by stroking their egos.
I wish you incredible success!
This article is written by Rene Godefroy. Please contact our office if you are interested in the reprint rights. For more click here Motivational Keynote Speaker
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