Hey Everyone!

Hope you are all enjoying life and the possibilities it offers you every single moment you breathe!!!

So, we are continuing on with our talk on PROCRASTINATION and this week we focus on FEAR! BOO! I’d like to share a quote with you that I find truly inspiring:

"We can't fear the past. Fear is a future thing. And since the future is all in our heads, fear must be a head thing." - Tom Payne

So what is fear?

F alse
E xpectations
A ppearing
R eal

And from what I’ve read, 95% of all fears are NEVER realized! So, what does that mean? We scare ourselves silly into not doing what we want based on our own mind! Ridiculous!

So you might be asking “What does this have to do with procrastination Chris?” Well, we might be afraid of:

- Failing
- Disappointing others
- Disappointing ourselves
- Making mistakes
- What others might think of us

And most of all – in my experience coaching people – we are really afraid of truly succeeding. Can you imagine that? We want something, yet we sabotage it before it’s even achieved. That is sad and I can admit I have done that to myself on many occasions. Had I not been afraid to succeed, Master Motivators would have been created 5 years earlier. But, I came up with all sorts of “reasons” which I call B.S. for why it wasn’t the right time. Some of the b.s. I came up with was:

- I’ll wait until….
- I’m not sure…
- I need more information…
- Can I do this?
- What about my day job?
- What about my personal time?
- I have no idea how to get started
- Nah…there are already so many people already doing it
- I don’t have enough money
- What makes me different than what’s out there?
- What if I fail?
- What will my friends think?
- Am I kidding myself?

You get the idea. Have these excuses ever popped into your head when thinking about pursuing YOUR dreams?

Well, I started Master Motivators on the couch Super Bowl Sunday last year. I went for it! In less than two years I’m already successful! Better yet – everyday I grow more energized and excited about what’s next. Yes, I’m still afraid of things, but tomorrow is going to happen no matter what I do so why not do what I love?

I could go on and one, but really, we deserve to be happy and achieve our dreams. Don’t let some stupid emotion that never really materializes hold you back. How sad? Do you want regrets when your time is up?

I use a quote everyday that I will share with you here: “Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday – was it worth it?”

Think about that – really let it sink in...

Until next time, thank you for the awesome feedback these postings are doing for your life. You are all magnificant!!

All my best for your happiness and success,

Christopher

Hello Everyone!

Welcome to a brand new week of your life!

Come on in and sit for a spell while I cook up some tender lickin' information about laziness (what am I from the South now?).

For those who wrote me last week, thank you for the positive feedback regarding my post about the evil hobbit that sits on our shoulder who yells at us "nooooo...you can do it tomorrow" called PROCRASTINATION.

This week, we'll focus on some of the reasons why we are lazy. Now, I don't know about you, but sometimes it's great to be lazy right? I mean, get up, forgo the toothbrush, and sit on the couch watching the Mr. Belvedere weekend marathon. Nowhere to go...no one to impress....ahhhhh the life

What I'm saying is we all need to take a break from the rat race we call life and relax. However, this life is NOT a dress rehearsal which means the camera is rolling all the time.

Now, I'll share with you how most of the sentences from my coaching clients usually start when they are sharing why they aren't going after their dreams:

a) "l'll get to that later"
b) "Someday I will..."
c) "When such and such is...."
d) "I'm just not ready to..."
e) "I'm waiting on...."
f) "If only...."
g) "Maybe when..."
h) "As soon as I'm finished with..."
i) "I don't know why I..."
j) "If people would just cooperate with me then..."
k) "I'll start fresh on New Years day"
m) "I don't have the time..."
n) "I don't know how to get started..."
o) "Oh...so and so will think I'm..."

You get the idea. Again, these are excuses and in my humble opinion excuses are a defense mechanism. When we begin to feel the slightest bit vulnerable, they are triggered in our sub-conscious as an effort to protect us. With that, what are we protecting ourselves from? Hurt, pain, embarrassment, failure, judgment....Oh yeah...it's protecting our precious EGO!

Here it is in it's simplest form:

If we don't take a chance, to risk for which that matters to us, then we won't have the opportunity to get hurt. As a result, we stay right where its safe and familiar. We kid ourselves with the excuses above. And after awhile we truly begin to believe this negative self-talk in our brains. With so many nasty people out in the world, why in the heck would we lie to OURSELVES??? Prevent ourselves from experiencing all that life has to offer in the VERY short time we are here???

HOMEWORK: Listen to the words you say both externally and internally as you go through this week. When you feel an excuse coming up for air - DROWN the little (insert your favorite word here) and say something different. Really think about why you are giving yourself an out.

Next week, we'll talk about one if the MAJOR factors holding many of us back from achieving our dreams...F.E.A.R.!!!

Same bat time...same bat channel.....

All my best for your happiness and success,

Christopher

Hi Everyone,

I've received several inquires about my bio and the seminar presentations I offer. I'm attempting to attach that here in my Blog. Please offer your feedback so I can make it the best it can be!

Many thanks,

Christopher 

PLEASE HOVER YOUR MOUSE RIGHT BELOW THIS (THE LINK WON'T SHOW UNLESS YOU DO)

My Professional Bio/Seminar Flyer

Hello Fellow Dream Achievers!!

So, let me ask ya: Are you standing by, letting life just happen, or are you taking control of your attitude and ability to choose your direction? Well my friends, if you are reading this post, then are you taking one more step to achieving your dreams

Alright, let's get this party started by talking about something that is near and NOT so dear to all of us.....PROCRASTINATION!

If I had a dollar for every time I talked with someone and heard one of the following statements:

"Christopher, I know what I want, but for some reason I just don't seem to go after it"

"I gave up on making goals because they never got done"

"I know...I know.....I'll get to it someday"
 
"If I knew then what I know now...I would do everything differently"

"There's just not enough hours in the day"

"If I knew what I wanted, then I would know what to do"

Are these statements ringing in your ears as though you said them yourself recently? Well folks, I know you will find this hard to believe, but I too suffer from procrastination from time to time. Wanna know my definition for it?

Procrastination: The ability to convinces ourselves that what's really important in our lives takes a backseat to the other b.s. we chose to place before it.

Let's identify some of what creates the evil monster - procrastination:

1. Laziness
2. Fear
3. Anxiety
4. Complacency
5. Excuses
6. Blame

Now, this is a HUGE subject so I'm going to break it down into a few weekly postings so you get the full advantage of what I'm trying to share with you as a fellow sufferer.

1. Laziness is when we realize we haven't done anything on our checklist and pick the remote up anyway.

2. Fear is the voice in your head that shouts "Are you crazy? Are you really thinking about doing that??? Are you outta your mind? "Pick that remote back up!"

3. Anxiety is fear's little partner that hears his voice and decides to crank up the sweat, adrenaline, heavy breathing, light-headedness, dry mouth etc. Why? Because they are lovers and if one isn't happy neither is the other!

4. Complacency is your internal mother saying "oh honey...please be careful...I wouldn't want you to get hurt!" "It's safer to stay inside where it's warm and comfy"

5. Excuses are best friends with laziness because when you try to get off the couch, Mr. Excuses says "wait...I've got one for ya..." and is a man of his word and always delivers the goods if you open the door!

6. Blame is the suitcase of dirty clothes you took on vacation but were too lazy to get off the couch to put in the washer because you used the excuse you would do it later when energy demand would be lower. Now, your fear and anxiety of what will happen when you open the case keeps you from what? Dealing with the mess and stink from not doing what you needed to do before!

See where I'm going with this? If not, please stay tuned for the next installment of the new smash hit comedy "I'm mad at myself for telling myself that I would take care of it tomorrow"

In the next few postings, I promise to break each of these down. Then, I will explain why we do what we do and ways to overcome this affliction so many of us struggle with. Meanwhile, I strongly encourage you (yes...that means you have to put the remote down) to sit down and write out on a piece of paper why you think YOU are a procrastinator.

All my best for your happiness and success!

Christopher

PS: If you have particular situations you are dealing with - send them to me and I'll use them as examples in the next few articles.

PPS: THANK YOU again for your strong words of appreciation for what Master Motivators is doing and has done for you. PLEASE, spread the word because we are just getting started!!

 

Hey Everyone!

Today, for Christopher Rausch, for Master Motivators, my dream took a big step forward toward success. The small tasks I've been chipping away at for the last year have now resulted in being interviewed on the radio! I just had the incredible opportunity to share my passion with 20k people!

Had I not started, had I not believed in my passion, sacraficed the time, dedicated myself, this wouldn't have happened. And, the sad thing is I procrastinated my passion for 5 years!!! I was waiting until the time was right, but I have to tell you - the time is NOW!!!

Check the interview out here at 

www.powertalkradio.biz

 and let me know what you think! Then, let's all post our successes here and share - create and sustain the consistent enthusiasm for really living our lives.

Life is a journey - NOT a destination!

Question: are you LIVING or...are you simply existing?

All my best for YOUR happiness and success!

Christopher

The Diagnosis

What’s Up Crazy People???

I'd like to welcome our new subscribers to my blog and say THANK YOU for the outstanding feedback! You ROCK!

Alright, let's get down to it shall we? I have something to tell you that will BLOW your mind! Ready? Truth be told, our stomachs are about the size of our fist. I'm not kidding! Make a fist and look at it! So…why in the hell are we gorging on plates of food that clearly represent two fists AND a knee? I read in a fortune cookie once that it takes 1/2 hour for our tummy's to tell our brain "hey stupid - step away from the plate - I'm going to explode!" Here’s what traditionally happens: We mow down everything in sight only to spend the next two hours saying over and over again "man...I ate too much...I'm soooo stuffed!" Sound familiar?

In many of my previous postings, I talk about ways to successfully set and achieve goals by reshaping our attitude. However, one of the most important factors to really having ultimate success and happiness in life is being healthy with our body as well as our mind. Time to stop the moaning and groaning - get off that couch and relinquish control of the remote! My goal is to give you easy motivation and tools that you can begin using RIGHT NOW! How about that for a dollar? Wait, I don't charge for this advice - Dangit!

Let the diagnosis begin by asking yourself this question:

“Am I eating healthy and exercising enough to help ensure I will see my kids grow up, to see them graduate, to see them get married, to see them have children of their own?”

Then ask yourself these questions: “Am I setting the example for my kids to follow as they grow up?” “Do I FEEL energized everyday?” Like I could take on the world?” And lastly, “do I deserve to live as long as I can so I can see and do everything in my dreams?”

Earlier this year, I posted an article titled "Success Is…" and I encourage you to read it (again if you already did). We are going to apply that principle here. Taking control of your health doesn't have be a lot of work. As a matter of fact, I'll bet that with a pair of shoes and a heart rate monitor, you can achieve any weight loss goal out you set your mind to! Here is the formula I want ingrained in your mind:

Less calories in + more calories out = weight loss

KAPOW! There ya have it! It really is that easy.

There is absolutely no excuse why you can't walk just a little more each week, do just a few more pushups each time, do a few more deep knee bends, a little extra housework, a little extra yard work, park a little farther away, take the stairs, and for God sakes - minimize your portions!!! Try this for one week: Take a bite, put down the fork, take a drink of water, wait, then repeat. There are so many alternatives to the fatty foods we eat, which are a minimal compromise in taste and size, but will GREATLY contribute to living longer, healthier, and happier.

I could go on and on, but my point is this: You HAVE to take care of yourself before you can REALLY take care of those you love. You have to set the example for those who need it the most - your kids and family! The true fact is there is no real sacrifice when you think of it. Would you rather stay unhealthy only to discover later you have heart disease and have to exercise anyway??? AND pay for expensive medication for the rest of your life? Or, to do one more repetition each time, to take one less bite each time, to walk just a little farther each time? What is going to be YOUR diagnosis?

As I always say - the CHOICES are YOURS! No one else's!!! Any questions?

Hello everyone and welcome to our new subscribers!

As a motorcycle rider, I was taught a VERY important lesson early on in my training. That, you MUST look and focus to where you want to go while riding. This life-saving rule is especially important when you are rounding big curves along the highway.

On the highway of life, we face those rounding big curves all the time don't we? My lesson this week is this: If you are looking at the edge, afraid of what will happen if you don't lean and make the turn, then you might just go over. However, if you focus, look to see what is coming around the corner, and take action to make the turn, you might just find exciting opportunities waiting for you.

If you want success - go look for it! Do NOT look at what you don't have!

If you want a new person in your life - go look for it! Do NOT look at all the negatives!
 
If you desire a different body - GO GET IT! Don't look at how hard it will be!

Getting my driift people? You get more of what you focus most on.

So, make a list of three areas you want to change your focus on. Then, decide in your heart you are REALLY ready and willing to commit to them. Keep this list where you can see it all the time. In your car, in the bathroom, your underwear drawer - where ever

All my best until next time,

Christopher

PS: Quick funny story - As a kid I remember riding my skateboard down a big hill, going faster and faster, the wind in my hair, adrenaline in my blood. Then, I noticed a big tree, a beautiful big tree, wow what a tree....don't remember much after that

Comfort Zones

So, this weekend I was thinking about our dear wonderful friend the comfort zone. You know, the comfy place on the couch in our minds. The place we always go back to because it's what? Comfortable, safe, familiar, and always there. What fun is that? Where is the adventure? The excitement? Is life a journey or a destination? I'm positive my life would have turned out much different if I hadn't taken chances, risked my current situation for a better one, and sacrificed my little piece of comfort in exchange for what I really wanted and deserved. Seriously, if you want more out of life, you have to take chances!!! If you are disappointed because you keep getting the same things over and over again - then you need to do something different! NOW!

I'll bet the friends and family you know and love, who stay in their comfort zones, are the same ones that are also saying to themselves "If I knew then what I know now..." Or "if I had to do it all over again I would do such and such...." OR, is that "what if" chatter coming from inside you? I have but two major goals in life (1) stay out of the hospital and (2) to leave this world without any regrets. To live life without regrets is a tall order, but one I won't compromise on. That means, challenging myself to step out and do new things. Meet new people. Ask new questions, but more importantly, listen for the answers.

Friends, I strongly encourage you to take small incremental steps to developing the courage to try new things. Yes, you will feel panicky, scared, and you'll probably not succeed with every attempt. However, you WILL become confident in knowing that you WILL survive!!!! The excitement and confidence will become abundant. You WILL progress toward the life you really want and deserve.

So, comfort zone people - you have your mission! Take a pen and a piece of paper or a can of spray paint and write down one thing (just one) that you would love to try but haven't. Then, write down the worst thing that could happen to you. After that, ask yourself this question: "Can I survive and grow from the experience?" If the answer you come up with is "no" - please write me personally and I'll help you change that "no" to a "hell yes!"

"Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday - was it worth it?" - Dale Carnegie

As always, I'm here for you as you walk your path in life to Achieve Your Dreams!

All my best,

Christopher

PS: If you are serious, PLEASE do not wait until later to do this exercise. Do it now - start tomorrow - don't wait.

Hi everyone!

This wil be a short and straight to the point post this week.

I've been thinking alot about the passing of Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson, and even Billy Mays this past week. Then it hit me!

No matter how much money you have...
No matter how popular you are....
No matter how beautiful you are...
No matter...

If you don't have your health - does all of that "stuff" REALLY matter? My answer is and emphatic NO!!! As a result, I REALLY appreciate everyday I have my health and NEVER take it for granted.

I challenge you to do this: Imagine what your problems you are worrying about today would mean if tomorrow you were:

- Told you have cancer and had 6 weeks to live
- Woke up blind
- Woke up paralyzed
- Had a major heart attack
- Lost your significant other

You get the idea. I can bet, and feel free to take me up on this, that your problems would become a spot on the head of a pin in comparison!!

So, if you have your health today, take that and confront those problems head on! Step out of your comfort zone and make life happen! As you can see with Michael, Farrah, and thousands of others who die unexpectedly everyday, tomorrow carries no guarantees!

All my best to you and your families!

Christopher

Greetings Everyone and welcome to this addition of “It’s YOUR Life!” I’ll still be your host, the enthusiastic and sometimes very witty Christopher Rausch.

Before I begin, a sincere THANK YOU to all who have joined our group, to all who have brought me into their lives to make a difference, and to all who let me know that this is really impacting your life. The most common reply I hear after these postings goes like this “Wow Christopher – that really hit me and at the time I need it the most, Thank you..” This is why I’m here ladies and gentlemen!

Alrighty, on with the show

Just a few months ago, I sat alone and reflected on my progress with the goals I set to achieve early in 2009.  As I reviewed my progress, I began feeling this disappointment gap between what I planned to have checked off and what was actually accomplished. In that moment of reality, I knew I had to change stuff up and PRONTO! The path I’m on is WAY to important to give up without a fight!

You see, we have a tendency to daydream these vivid fantasy pictures in our mind of what our final achievement will look like. Then, unfortunately very often, we close in on the target date and come to the realization we’re off-track. Our once beloved pictures of excitement and elation turn cloudy and dark. Disappointment and frustration dig in and we simply give up. Oh, we try and turn ourselves around, but the negative self-talk launches a vicious sabotage assault on our confidence receptors. With all of these overpower feelings happening all at once, we throw in the towel and retreat to our comfortable couches where it’s safe. Problems averted right? WRONG!!!!

Listen, if achieving your life-long dreams were easy, then you wouldn’t truly ever appreciate the value of experiencing the joy and happiness. I’m here to tell ya, that becoming successful and maintaining it, takes a lot of hard work, sacrifice, commitment, belief, and most importantly – PASSION!

DO NOT give up on yourself because you are off target – redefine the target to be more realistic, break the goal down into smaller chunks, and get a plan in writing. I can’t begin to tell you how many times I have redefined goals and moved out completion dates, but I can tell you, it has and still is - all worth it!!!

My friends, you have two choices
1.  Work hard, learn lessons, give it 110%, and achieve your dreams
2. Sit back, complain, worry, be angry, sad, depressed, and die anywas

What are you going to choose?

As always, I’m here to help you with your specific struggles. My payment for services rendered? Let me know I helped!

All my best,

Christopher