It’s not uncommon for people nowadays to be fixated on the screen and become obsessed with Hollywood, fame, politics, and the attainment of power that high positions may entail. The question to ask oneself is what is most essential?
What do you really need for basic living and for a happy and healthy life that contributes to society and builds more meaning in the world?
Here is my take, what you really need is food, clothes, shelter, energy, and water as the basic essentials. If you add into the equation tools and household appliances that make life more efficient; you can make your life a lot easier and more fulfilling.
We are extremely fortunate to live in a world that has so much advancement in technology and resources that are abundantly available for us to seek out. Go out and utilize what’s available in order to build more quality into your life.
In this day and age where there is an abundant amount of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty it is critical to find meaning and commit to a skill that contributes to society.
As you become more proficient in one area of expertise or expand to other areas you begin to fulfill your highest potential as a human being.
Here is my interpretation of greatness…
To become great it takes years of hard work and dedication of grinding day in and day out. This hard work usually involves a lot of behind the scenes stories of trials and tribulations that go uncovered for many years until talent is recognized and properly groomed.
In my eye’s the biggest issue that faces mankind and obtaining greatness is fear. As motivational speaker Eric Thomas stated, “What would your life look like if you lived by faith rather than fear?”
To become great it takes constant inspiration and constant exertion of energy. It takes very strong and disciplined action to conquer your fear and rise above the crowd of average behavior and align yourself with the ideas and habits of the world’s game-changers.
To become great place yourself on the path that best serves your talents and your purpose.
You must ask yourself, who am I, and what am I looking for? People love clarity and money loves clarity.
To become great you must focus especially on WHO you’re targeting as well as WHAT you’re targeting. It’s necessary to obtain inspiration from a place higher than the self. It will take the realization that life is not about the self, but rather an alignment of collective consciousness which is achievable by each individual on a grand macro scale.
To be great and inspire, is to realize that the individual is serving a higher purpose and doing something for the betterment of humanity and mankind which is beyond the self-interests of the individual.
Many people today struggle with meaning in their lives and so many people search for meaning in many different ways and forms only to fade away from the truth, which is to live a purpose driven life. Whatever your talent and whatever your art form, you must act now and take your course. Your destiny is now. There is no more tomorrow, but only today.
As the great business author Dan Kennedy quoted, “Position yourself to be at the top of the mountain. The wise man sits at the top of the mountain, not the bottom.”
In order to help bring others to a higher vision and allow creativity to spill upon the world, I’ve compiled some websites and podcasts in this post, that I specifically like to utilize to gain further insight on the world and gain inspiration. It’s important to have a tool-belt of good information and resources that you utilize.
Here are seven websites that include channels that will help you become more informed and as a result help you reach your higher potential and awareness in order to create your own label of greatness in the world…
1. Mark Sisson
Mark Sisson is an incredibly educated author and blogger. He is notorious for his expertise on the subject of nutrition and specifically the paleo and keto diets. He has made it his life’s work to be fit and healthy and he does by keeping up with the young bucks. I’ve looked up to Mark as one of the great pioneers in the health and fitness genre due in large part to the amount of research that he provides on his blog about food and the specifics behind the qualities of certain nutrients. I first stumbled upon the blog in my later high school years and I’ve adopted a lot of health advice from the blog over time. Be sure to check out the bio of this independent researcher. The foundations that I’ve developed about energy, health, happiness, and productivity have been in a large way influenced by this author.
2. Dr. Robert Morse
Robert Morse is very informative regarding naturopathic medicine and true health and vitality. The ND Robert Morse is well versed in diseases, medicine and the body’s natural ability to heal and regenerate. The doctor has a very informative YouTube channel that happens to include a lot of good practical advice and educational resources.
3. Maverick Traveler
This website is terrific for self-improvement and it shares a boat load of great stories told by the author James Maverick. The topics range from how to become a self-sufficient man, breaking free from the corporate world, traveling around the world, and attracting beautiful women. The Maverick Man happens to be a post-western man who fights against the westernized world and seeks freedom through traveling, meeting new people, and launching a business. James Maverick holds a high level of wisdom and experience in the real world, that he shares through his blog. His writing and work on the subject of entrepreneurship is some of the best business writing you will find in the blogosphere.
4. Bedros Keuilian
I’ve mentioned Bedros before to some people, he is a walking example of the American Dream where he came from a foreign immigrant family from the country of Armenia. He has built a fitness empire through Fit Body Bootcamp which does specific thirty minute HIIT training classes to help people with weight loss and fitness transformation. Bedros is a force to be reckoned with as he shares his fearless go-getter attitude to make things happen in his Empire podcasts. He has developed and cultivated what he calls a fighter jet instinct which results in higher productivity and problem solving. His valuable life experience and his path towards leadership development are through his studies of Navy Seals and military generals and business trials and errors. Bedro’s speaking engagements instill clarity, inspiration, and vision.
5. Anabolic Men
Ali Kuoppala is an expert on nutrition and biochemistry within the male physique. He focuses on hormonal health and especially the male hormone testosterone. Anabolic Men is an all around great website that talks about the importance of proper dieting and supplementation for males. It mainly covers testosterone production in the body through food and supplements. The site also covers some of the foods that weaken testosterone levels and why you should cut certain foods out completely. Check out this article The story of the Anabolic Men blog.
6. Brandon Carter
Brandon Carter is an interesting personality. He comes from a humble background from the south side of Chicago and is well educated in street smarts as well as academics. He brings a good mixture of humor, confidence, and humbleness to his videos which can help anyone new to the fitness genre. If you’re sensitive to vulgar language and excessive swearing he might not be the right mentor for body transformation. He happens to have multiple programs to help people get the body of their dreams. He has some good podcast videos such as Best Ways To Burn Fat Fast. Also check out his YouTube channel and this Motivational video…
7. Eric Thomas
Eric Thomas is a living legend who has more willpower and inspiration inside his flesh than any other Keynote Speaker that I’ve seen besides perhaps Tony Robbins. Eric Thomas will help you transition your mindset into a winner and he will purge you of any victim mentality thoughts that may be lurking in your head. His material and Youtube Channel is full of quality and inspirational videos. Check this video out:
8. Lewis Howes
Lewis Howes has some great concepts and ideas to put into practice. His school of greatness is centered on eight principles. Here’s the 8 Principles of Greatness:
#1 Create a vision.
#2 Turn adversity into advantage.
#3 Cultivate a championship mindset.
#4 Develop hustle.
#5 Master your body.
#6 Practice positive habits.
#7 Building a winning team.
#8 Be of service to others.
It may sound simple, but these principles are game-changers if you’re willing to take action in the real world. But remember even if you can master and develop these principles; don’t forget about humility and gratefulness. The book School of Greatness can be purchased here. Check out this interview with Eric Thomas.
9. Dr. Robert Cassar (Earther Academy)
This website is basically an academy that allows access to many informative videos centered on the topic of Naturopathic health, raw foods, detoxication, and terrain modification. Dr. Robert Cassar discusses a lot about the harmful parasites that are present in most processed foods and how to eliminate harmful addictive habits and foods that are abundant today. He has a great series of videos called Earth Shift Project on YouTube that can help inform anyone on Naturopathic remedies. Check out this great video on Healthy Foods To Help Assist With A Healthy Transition To Optimal Health…
Now that I’ve shared these mentors and resources, let’s get hungry and get to the task of changing lives. You have the information available to revolutionize your life and the lifestyle of others.
You only have 24 hours in the day so focus on time it’s your most precious resource. Cut out the negativity and transition your mindset into a positive mindset surrounded by people that share a common purpose. Life is beautiful, so be grateful for life’s opportunities.
There is opportunity wherever you turn, as long as you’re willing to dig your own goldmine. Maintain an attitude that is willing to make it through struggles and obstacles! Go out and create your greatness.
Peace!
-Peter
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