Start Your Day On Your Terms

Start Your Day On Your Terms

Copyright © 2005 Mark Susnow

Inspire Possibility

http://www.inspirepossibility.com/







Most of us start the day like we're trying to catch a train. We

wake up, grab a cup of coffee, look at the paper and listen to

the news. We rush out of the house to make an appointment or

deadline or to put the finishing touches on a project. From

deadline to appointment it goes. When we leave work we have

other responsibilities and obligations, and it doesn't end until

we go to sleep, and for some it still doesn't end. We never do

catch the train. We forgot one essential thing. We are the

conductor and the train can't go anywhere without us.



What if you knew deep inside that the train was not going

anywhere? What would it take to develop the wisdom that there

was a better way? What changes could you implement that would

make a difference? I was a busy trial lawyer for thirty years,

always running to catch the train. I still remember racing to the

court room full of coffee and stress until I realized I was the

conductor of my life. That realization allowed me to make life

altering changes that continue to make my life more enjoyable,

more successful and more fulfilling.



It all starts with creating your perfect morning. This is your

morning, no one else's. Consider waking up to music you love,

rather than to the music or news on your alarm clock. Then

before doing anything else take 10-15 minutes and sit silently

thinking about all you're grateful for. Then start to wonder what

the highlight of your day could be. From this new vantage point

you might even skip that cup of coffee or that cigarette. As you

leave your house and begin the flow of your day you look at each

experience and wonder if this is going to be the highpoint of

your day knowing there is more to come. The concept of looking at

the highlight of the day can be used in any situation even one

that seems unpleasant. Looking for the highlight in this

experience or this person can totally change your attitude. As

the day unfolds, if you sense that things inside are heating up,

consider taking a little break. You might even stretch for five

minutes or walk around the block. As your day progresses the

biggest difference is the knowledge that you can be busy and be

relaxed.



I have found that starting the day this way increases my energy

and efficiency throughout the day. When I leave my house centered

and focused there is a much greater likelihood that I can

maintain this balance throughout the day. There has been plenty

of research by psychologists demonstrating the value of taking

the time for morning meditation or creative silence. I have been

doing this for over thirty years and very rarely feel

overwhelmed. I laugh more and generally enjoy my day. Of course I

have my challenges and lose my focus periodically, but not for

long. And before I go to sleep I again think about what was most

special about this day.



The one thing I do know for certain is that there's a direct

correlation between how I start my day and the quality of my

life. Try a little experiment. For the next thirty days start

your day on your own terms and discover the dramatic changes that

are possible.







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Mark Susnow has a unique background. Formerly a successful trial

attorney for 30 years, as well as musician, he integrates what it

takes to be truly prosperous in the world with the inner wisdom

unfolded to him through years of yoga and meditation practice.

As a personal coach, leadership consultant and inspirational

speaker, Mark provides inspiration and motivation to many

business leaders and professionals. He knows what it means to

have a big vision and has demonstrated the courage and energy it

takes to accomplish it. Consider contacting Mark and be sure to

visit his website: http://www.inspirepossibility.com