We are CONSTANTLY trying to make ourselves comfortable.

When we are hot, we turn down the thermostat. When we are cold, we turn it up. When we are thirsty we drink, and when we are hungry we eat. We try to find the perfect mattress to sleep on, the most comfortable shoes to wear, and we try to choose people in our life who are comfortable, enjoyable, and easy to be with.

Last weekend I was in San Francisco for a whirlwind 24-hour trip while lecturing at the New Life Expo. I had the pleasure of rollerblading with my dear friend Jeff who lives in the area, traversing through Golden Gate Park for hours, seeing the buffaloes, blooming flowers, beautiful trees, and many people enjoying a beautiful day.

Life Danger – BEWARE!

Eventually we came upon a little Dutch festival and a sign which I have included for you just to the right.  The first couple of icons seem pretty self explanatory – basically DON’T HAVE ANY FUN! But, the icons toward the bottom perplexed me. If you can make them out – its a little boggling. No lambs? No jumping over balls? Don’t do squats? Don’t stand on young children? Watch out for bugling squirrels? What the heck?

Last week I talked about playing it safe in life (you can read that post about playing it safe here) – but this week I wanted to go deeper. We are almost guided by society NOT to take action. Don’t DO anything, don’t TOUCH anything, don’t TAKE anything, don’t LEAVE anything, and whatever you do – DON’T TAKE RISKS and DON’T HAVE FUN. Of course, I was wearing my roller blades at the time I encountered this sign, so apparently I wasn’t a very good follower myself…but I never have been one to blindly follow where the outside world tells me to go.

The Creation of EVERYTHING You Desire is ALL About Taking Risks

If you look around – you will see that EVERYTHING around you that has ever been built, invented, created, or discovered was done so at the expense of taking risks, stepping out of what is comfortable. We cannot live a life of greatness if we spend all of our time trying NOT to step into uncomfortable situations, or while trying NOT to do or say something stupid.

Remember, you cannot get to where you want to be if you never let go of where you are. Be willing to let go and step into the unknown – and HAVE FUN! The world welcomes your greatness – your magnificence. TAKE RISKS and enjoy the journey to see what will come of your commitment to following your truth and living your greatness.

Until next time, Many Blessings!

Seth

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Recently I found myself taking a beautiful jog on a “Nature Trail” in San Antonio, Texas, when I noticed multiple postings of a NATURE DANGER sign. “The nature trail may expose you to the inherent dangers and risks associated with the natural environment.” It goes on to say: “Wild Animals and Insects are UNPREDICTABLE and DANGEROUS?”

When did NATURE become so dangerous? I understand unpredictable, but dangerous? Ok, perhaps tarantulas and rattlesnakes, but butterflies, lady bugs, deer and hummingbirds, to name just a few? I’d be more worried about getting hit by a golf ball, then by an attack armadillo.

There are warnings for EVERYTHING now – from the temperature of our coffee, to the mirrors on our car. So, that begs the question…Why do we live in fear? What are we afraid of? Why are we scared to take risks in our life?

What is the price we pay when we refuse to take risks?

The price we pay is the sacrificing of our truth, our purpose, and our greatness. Why do we do that? Why do we sacrifice our truth and our greatness for the pettiness of the moment? Is it more important to be mediocre and safe, as opposed to being courageous and fulfilled?

We have all been hurt and betrayed. We have all been taken advantage of at various times in our life. Every single one of us has said something stupid, done something stupid, and felt like an idiot as a result. Guess what – that’s part of life. That’s part of what makes life so spectacular and amazing! When we head in the direction of our dreams, we are bound to make mistakes along the way – but they really aren’t mistakes if they get us closer to our goals, dreams and desires.

So, with that – I invite you to face your fears, embrace your anxieties and ACT ANYWAY! Courage isn’t life without fear – it’s acting in the face of fear.

Be courageous, be daring – and follow your truth!

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I also had the pleasure this weekend of meeting Esther Hicks of Abraham Hicks fame. Wow, what a true gem of a soul she is. The radiance, love and generosity of this woman is beyond words. Here is someone who has given so much of her life to being of service and following her truth – it’s a true joy to connect with people who are out in the world following their path, and making a powerful impact in the world!

Until next time, many blessings!
Seth

PS – If you are in the San Francisco area, I’ll be speaking at the New Living Expo at 7pm on Friday night the 28th! Stop by and say hello.

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This season we tend to talk about “spring cleaning”, so I wanted to take a few moments to talk about letting go. Physically, we cannot “go” anywhere without leaving our current location, and similarly we cannot ever move forward in life unless we are able to release the past. The past I refer to includes people, experiences, emotions, sensations, commitments, beliefs – anything and everything that is standing in the way of who we want to be or choose to be in our life.

We can identify those elements of our life that are inconsistent with our truth, with who we desire ourself to be. However, we tend to get complacent with the people and things in our lives, even if they are not supportive of where we want to be. That being said – this is the time to identify and release…to free yourself to become exactly the person you desire yourself to be – not tomorrow but today…not in the future, but in this very moment.

10 ways to FULLY and COMPLETELY release the past:

1. Say No. No, I’m not talking about drugs… Just say no to the commitments that stand in the way of what you truly desire. There is only so much time and energy in the day – so focus on what matters most, and be content to say no to anything that exists outside of who you choose to be.
2. Say Goodbye. CIAO to those people in your world who aren’t supportive or aren’t a part of your future. Bite the bullet and release those people who aren’t in alignment with who you are. Say goodbye to old relationships, jobs, acquaintances, or connections that are clearly part of your past.
3. Say Hello. By releasing the people that stand in the way of what you desire, you are now in a position to welcome into your life NEW people, a new community of supporters and fans who will help you create the life you desire.
4. Say YES. Say yes to something new and expand your horizons. Change it up, mix it up, and step out of the patterns you have created throughout your life.  We can get complacent and stuck by reliving the patterns of yesterday – so SAY YES to something new and create the life you desire right now.
5. Forgive Others. To fully release others you have to be willing to forgive them for whatever you feel that they may have done. The past is the past – and it’s time to move on…let it go and embrace the present moment before you. Release them and by doing so, release yourself to move on and experience the greatness of the present moment.
6. Forgive Yourself – Nobody is perfect…try to not to be so hard on yourself. Take a few moments to forgive yourself – fully and completely. Be kind to yourself – you are who you choose to be in every moment…release the past and enjoy what life has in store for you.
7. Breathe. Go back to basics. Take a few moments to breathe your deepest breaths of the day. Breathe out fully to release any stuck energy, and breathe in fully to embrace the clean and new energy of the present moment. Allow your body to relax and release any tension – which will allow you to settle into the moment before you.
8. Be Grateful. There is always ample time to express your gratitude. Be grateful for what life has to offer and for everything you have received in your life. Express your gratitude as often as possible – and let appreciation set the tone for what you desire.
9. Laugh. Don’t take life so seriously – enjoy yourself. Be present to all of the amazing experiences around you. Finding humor in your life will allow you to let go and enjoy the moment before you. Humor can release your stress, and help you reconnect to your truth. LAUGH a little…and see the affect on your life.
10. Commit to your life. Commit and recommit to your truth, to what you believe in. Its not always easy, but your truth is always patiently waiting in the sunshine or in the shadows for you to embrace your reason for being alive. Be bold, be daring, and be committed to your life and your dreams. If you ever lose it…just find it again – but never give up.

Remember, nobody can fulfill your path in life. Right now – this is your time, to step forward and to follow your dreams. Nobody said it would be easy, but the reward is in the path, in the journey, and in your ability to live your greatness and to be of service.

Until next time, many blessings,

Seth

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Are you in the San Francisco area? I’ll be speaking at the New Living Expo on Friday, April 27^th at 7pm. I invite you to attend! If you come, make sure you stop by and say hello.

After that I will be giving an exclusive workshop at Unity Church in Austin, TX on Saturday, May 26^th. Get your advance tickets here: http://www.unityhills.org/events.htm#manual

If you haven’t had a chance to watch my free true happiness immersion videos, I invite you to do so (www.ManualForLiving.com)

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The Total Happiness Immersion Program

Based on the True Happiness Matrix, we are working on one of the most comprehensive interactive life transformation programs, focused on helping you find true happiness and fulfillment in your life. Powered by the Manual For Living, this program incorporates video, daily action items, powerful content, and a structured system of principles, tools, and strategies to help you find happiness in your life. This 90-day immersion program will be available soon so keep an eye out for it. We will be limiting the first round of participants.

Upcoming Speaking events:

If you want to meet me in person, come to one of my True Happiness workshops or seminars this year. I will be putting on some very special events over the next few months all over the country. I would love to meet you, and you will have the opportunity to learn about the True Happiness Matrix, the Three Pillars of Happiness, and much more. Additional information on each of these events is listed on our events page but feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

• March 10^th – Saturday in Des Moines, IA. Keynote speech at the Edge Life Expo
• April 27^th – Friday in San Francisco, CA. Workshop/Seminar at the New Life Expo 2012
• May 26^th – Saturday in Austin, TX. Workshop/Seminar at Unity Church of the Hills
• June 5^th – New York, NY. Book Expo America

Have a beautiful week and until next time,

Many blessings,

Seth

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Here is the report of highlights from Manual For Living: REALITY in descending order of popularity (so the most popular highlights are listed first). If there are other quotes you like that aren’t listed below, feel free to post them in the comments.

• Completely releasing the past is the only way to fully appreciate and accept the opportunities before us.
• The cyclone derives its powers from a calm center. So does a person. —Norman Vincent Peale
• We need to seize life in this moment and fully accept that pain, suffering, and unhappiness are self-inflicted, for they are inner responses to external circumstances.
• Through hardship came strength, and as a result of pain I found joy. Through suffering came gratitude, and by letting go I found my path and purpose in life.
• Opportunities are endless when we choose to take risks and become present in our life.
• In life, answers often result only in further inquiry; the meaning we seek is found in the journey itself.
• The cyclone derives its powers from a calm center. So does a person.
• Step away from normalcy and become unpredictable; move from complacency to greatness; transcend mediocrity into excellence.
• Our roads are paved, yet it is our choice to walk, run, or even skip along. It is our own personal road, our own proprietary path. The only thing that truly counts is how we show up and what we experience along the way.
• It is our ability to adapt efficiently and effectively to obstacles as they are presented that determines the extent to which we evolve or the degree to which we suffer.
• We often feel emotionally and physically exhausted after spending extensive time with people who are simply nonbelievers, either in a life of greatness or in the simple commitment to a life of passionate service. These people drain our energy, detract from our life force, and stand in the way of our living our truth.
• We tread through our lives believing that we never have enough, where we are is not where we should be, and who we are is not good enough.
• The meaning of life is simple: it is an understanding; it is our path, it is our quest.
• Without any interference, we will move through life in exactly the direction we are headed, for our destination is a direct function of our current position and the choices we make in every moment.
• What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. —Ralph Waldo Emerson
• Waiting for the future or attempting to relive the past inherently disregards the magnificence of what is available in and around us in every breath and in every passing moment.

I hope and trust that your 2012 is off to an incredible start!

Many blessings,

Seth

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