Pillars Of Self Mastery(Part-2)

Hey guys, it is the continuation of my previous post... just follow and see the difference in your personality both physically and mentally.....
The kind of world we are living in, the kind of mental and physical stress that we are undergoing.... needs some heal for betterment......

Read the biographies of the world’s leaders and learn from their habits, inspirations and philosophies. Cultivate the important practice of active role modelling.Remember and use people’s names when you talk to them. A person’s name is a uniquely sweet sound to them.

Laugh at work and be known as a positive achiever.

The most efficient and effective alarm clock ever developed lies within our own minds. Try the following:Sit in an easy chair ten minutes before you go to bed.Shut your eyes and gently rest your hands on your knees.Breathe deeply for a few minutes.Repeat this for 20 times: “I will awake at 5 am feeling fresh, alert and enthusiastic”. Then visualise yourself waking up at the desired time and imagine how great you will feel.You will soon wake up at the desired moment after little or no practice.

Develop the essential habit of punctuality for it is most important for high success. Punctuality reflects discipline and proper regard for others. Without it, even the most sophisticated person appears slightly offensive.

Winners do the things that less developed people don’t like doing even though they also might not enjoy doing them. This is what strength of character and courage is all about.

All individuals who have attained the highest of levels generally have cultivated the essential mental habit of optimism. Without optimism, life loses its lustre and hardships appear at every step.

As we can take nothing with us when we leave, when you wake up early in the morning, repeat the mantra:I will serve others todayI will care for others todayI will be kind todayThis kind of living will bring you huge returns if you stay on the purpose of aiding others rather than on the outcome of personal gain.

Each day, do two things that you do not like doing.This may be the preparation of a report you have been putting off or shining your shoes. It does not matter how small the task, just do it! Your personal power will increase and your productivity will soar.

Pick five relationships that you desire to improve over the next six months. Write out the names of these people and under each name detail why you want to improve the relationship, how you plan to do so and in what time frame.This is simply another facet of goal setting.

Browse second-hand bookstores every few months searching for lost treasures of character-building books.You will find gems on public speaking, improving your habits, time management, personal health and other important subjects for low prices.

Be known as someone with a cool head, warm heart and great character. Your presence on this earth will long be remembered.Fill your home with bright, fresh flowers. This is one of the best investments you can make. Let the sounds of great music, loud laughter and good fun fill the oasis of your home

Recognize the power of mantras and the repetition of positive, powerful words. Indian yogis have employed this technique for over 4000 years to live tranquil, productive and focused lives.
Build a mystique around yourself..