Fear, S.M.A.R.T and Great Earbuds

Fear
I recently sat in on a discussion about fear. Fear is described as a distressing emotion aroused by a perceived threat. The threat can be real or imagined. Fear and anxiety can cause inaction and all types of physical and mental issues.

While being a coach in Dale Carnegie’s Effective Communication and Human Relations Course I watched many people overcome the fear of public speaking. I was amazed at their courage and the confidence they developed through this process.

Here are a few of quotes from Carnegie that I believe are very appropriate concerning fear:

“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, don’t sit at home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”

“Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest steppingstones to success. No other element can do so much for a man if he is willing to study them and make capital out of them. Look backward. Can’t you see where your failures have helped you?”

“ If you want to conquer fear, don’t think about yourself. Try to help others, and your fears will vanish.”

S.M.A.R.T.
Are you sick and tired of hearing tips on goal setting? Well, here is one more.

Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Realistic
Timely

After you have made goals that are Attainable and Realistic, make one that will stretch you. You may surprise yourself.

Great Earbuds
My wife bought me a great Christmas present, the Bose IE2 Audio Headphones. I use my ipod a lot and complained about the comfort and constant adjusting required with many types I have tried. The Bose head phones are amazing. They have a soft attachment they call StayHear Tips that hold the earbud in place and of course the sound quality is amazing. A little pricey at about one hundred dollars but worth every dollar.

Have a great week!

Pierce