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Why We Want You To Be Rich: Winners Take Control
The first part of the title of this blog is also the name of a book Robert Kiyosaki and I wrote back in 2006. We were trying to warn people of the necessity for financial literacy. We could see there were problems on the horizon in the government as well as in the financial markets, nationally and globally. Unfortunately, we were very right about that.
The seismic shock we experienced doesn’t just even itself out right away, and we experienced--and are still experiencing--aftershocks. It’s a good idea to be prepared to ride this out for awhile longer. My theory has always been to be a cautious optimist--I’m wary but I’m also open to opportunities because the opportunities are always there. I also know that winners take control.
In Why We Want You To Be Rich I told a story that illustrates how one way to maintain control is to keep the big picture in mind. I wrote: When people talk about the big picture, I am often reminded of a tapestry. Someone once told me that if you look at the back of a beautiful and priceless tapestry, all you will see is a bunch of knots. Sometimes that’s all people will see because they haven’t seen the finished design on the other side yet. Destiny sometimes works that way, so don’t give up control by leaving your own tapestry--the design of your life--unfinished.
Soon after I heard that analogy, someone told me they were “in knots” about something, and I suddenly saw that the guy wasn’t visualizing his tapestry. He was losing sight of the big picture. When I told him the story, he became visibly more relaxed. Look at things from the other side sometimes. It will help you maintain control, giving you insight into how to deal with problems and people. You have to be able to control what is around you, at least to the extent you aren’t left in knots.
Some synonyms for control to think about are command, mastery, authority, dominion and determination. You may not have control over a lot of things, but you can start with yourself. Brainpower is the ultimate leverage. You’ve got a brain; use it. Call me a control freak, but I don’t accept excuses. Winners take control by accepting responsibility.
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God Bless
Tee Smith
I'm far from what Donald Trump has achieved, but I want to replicate his success. Donald's my inspiration and the person who inspired me to take control of my life.
thank you!
Alexchious (Singapore)
http://TheBillionaireJournal.alexchious.com
The example with the tapestry is very true - many people will come and criticize while I'm doing my own artwork. They just see the back, but if I keep the end result before my eyes I will not fail. And I don't have to apologize for anything either because guilt leads to "excuselogism". That leads to not believing myself and failure in maintaining control.
Hind sight is always so much clearer than foresight. Woulda Coulda Shoulda don't cha know. Identifying the reasons behind a situation, and the thinking processes (and feelings) that contributed to a situation is part of the learning process so you can do better the next time. Sometimes, that sounds like making excuses, but if you take the initiative to then formulate a plan and take action to solve or make right the situation, and accept your contribution to it, you are taking control. One thing I will say, is no matter how painful the fall, and no matter the depth, if you can find the courage to get back up, and you can learn more about yourself, and you can take action, then, you have not failed, and you will be better for the experience.
When I am feeling my losses, one piece of wisdom that has helped me to carry on in some very difficult times these past few years is a phrase I learned from a storyteller. "Things in life come to pass - not to stay." - Ralph Morrison Then, I try to remind myself, that I only feel the loss because I was so blessed to have what was lost in the first place.
KeyS
"You may not have control over a lot of things, but you can start with yourself. Brainpower is the ultimate leverage. Youve got a brain; use it. Call me a control freak, but I dont accept excuses. Winners take control by accepting responsibility."
Some Rich Dads rip people off. And take credit for things that have nothing to do with that goal. Today's demise in the financial markets was very predictable. A no-brainier and yet they take credit for the messages of cleaning it up. Leveraging way too much....was in debt and they do nothing to help or reach out to people that have asked. A no brainier...in what God would call's upon from all of us. To help one another...and inspire us for their own path. Not phony Riches. For us to understand the difference.
Take control of which book?
Rich Dad-Poor Dad?...or Rich man in every sense of that meaning of what God calls for from his children. Being true to ones self and to the basic fundamentals...not for false riches or being politically correct with other cultures. Nobody helps...like they used too. Why? It's a no-brainier. Take control of your own path with basic fundamentals that have gotten lost and have been treaded upon.
No-one helps like they used too. Why is that a ownership problem? Everyone deserves riches and earning their path with respect. Many just dont care or will never "Get It ". Something else was lost...
Nobody wants to help...unless you throw lot's of money at them.
The only person you need to control is "yourself."
Other people will respond to your actions (or threats) according to their strengths and weakness.
Being rich (as far as money is concerned) is not the sole purpose of being happy. In fact, some people don't handle money well. They are better at handling their emotions.
I admire you in so many ways, but I never want to BE you. I learn from you, I grow in my experience and try to pass it on, feeling like a winner because I didn't quit.
I would love to write a book with you that involves the "Spirit" as well as the mind and it's accomplishments. Your readers would feel a sense of accomplishment that is not based on how many buildings you own, how much money you are worth, or how many times you were married before you learned what true love is. Your beautiful children show more worth than money can buy.
Your "real" friends show value that can't be measured. Your devoted "fans" show admiration that exceeds political gain. You are a very lucky man, and a true winner. So am I, even if our goals are different.
John
http://www.canadabanks.net
I bought your book and am looking forward to starting it and applying it after I finish the two I'm reading now.
KeyS - Next I need to apply what I am learning.