Mental Attitude

11 Saturday Jul 2009

Posted by Black Diamond Transformation in Inspiration, Leadership, Simplicity, Transformation

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Harmony, Individualism, Perseverance, Self Actualization, Transformation

The Secret of Obtaining Wealth: Service to Others
A friend recently read the posting “1899: A Message to Garcia” and afterward suggested I return to the writings of Elbert Hubbard for his treatment on the importance of mental attitude in performance and personal transformation. An imperfect man himself, Hubbard wrote extensively on issues of self-determination and pursuit of excellence. Hubbard believed that fear was eradicated by the employment of one’s intelligence in the relentless pursuit of truth. By doing so, he reasoned one would obtain greater strength and personal satisfaction ultimately yielding true wealth through service to others. A humbling ideal and remarkable legacy for others pursuing transformation to assume.

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Shugyo: Suprassing Self-Imposed Limitations

21 Tuesday Apr 2009

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Balance, Harmony, Self Actualization, Shugyo

Harmony in Confrontation
The severity of the trials we face become transformational if we accept them and direct the energy responsibly. Shugyo is a Japanese term that translates literally as “intensive training” and defined by pushing beyond self-ascribed mental, physical and spiritual limits. It stresses that harmony and peace are found in the forge of self-immolation; that is, in focused, vigorous training and denial of one’s self. Morihei Ueshiba, the founder Aikido, stressed that true power is found in the simplicity of a circle as it implies harmony, eternity, peace and perseverance.