I am writing today’s blog from the Atlantis Resort in Nassau, The Bahamas.  It is 75 degrees today and the sea breeze feels wonderful.  There are smiling, relaxed people everywhere and the scenery is beautiful.  I took a little time today to reflect on my goals and purpose in life.

To experience life as a rewarding and magical journey, you must be clear about where it is that you want to go.  I am reminded of Lilly Tomlin when she said ” I always knew I wanted to be somebody, now I wish I had been a little more specific.”  If you are not specific about what you want in your life and also about what you will not allow, then you will just get what ever you drift in to.

The first step to getting what you want is having a clear vision about exactly what you want and how you plan to get it.  I must admit that I have had had some trouble with this issue myself.   Here are some questions to ask yourself.  Do I know who I am and what my purpose in life is?  Can I clearly communicate to others what I want?  What is my plan to reach my goals?  When you can clearly express to yourself and others exactly who you are and what you want, then it is surprising how quickly the universe can respond and bring you what you are asking for.

I made the decision that I was not satisfied with many aspects of my life and then took steps to change myself and what I was doing on a day to day basis.  I say change myself because it is true that for things to change, you have to change.  I found this to be absolutely true.  As soon as I changed my thinking and my approach to life, everything in my life changed.

I invite you to try this simple exercise.  Take a few quiet minutes and write down just one thing that you are really good at, one thing that you love to do and you can use to bring value to others.  Now start to design your life around that skill and you will find increased joy, focus and productivity in your life.

Now I am going to the beach to enjoy one of those drinks with the funny little umbrellas and watch the sunset with my beautiful wife at my side.