There Is Only One Reality
Death and taxes are not the only guarantees in life: Reality counts
as well. Reality is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
Deny reality, and you will soon discover that life is a game of truth
or consequences.
Facts are facts…perceptions are perceptions. Each is powerful…each
serves a purpose. But you MUST know the difference. True honesty,
self-respect, and character are built on reality…not on perceptions.
For those who believe that perception is more important than reality, I
suggest you speak to the shareholders of Enron and ask them their
opinion.
While perception plays a big role in how we see things, we
can NEVER forget that there is ONLY ONE REALITY!
Reality is! Your health, wealth, relationships, and peace of mind
are what they are. Stick with the facts…the truth. Every decision
about your life must be based on truth.
You may not like the truth - your reality, but at least you always
know where you stand when honest with yourself.
Everyone has the right to believe and accept what he or she wants,
but reality doesn’t discriminate. Reality is not different for
different people. Not once has reality excused anyone for good
intentions, ignorance, or stubbornness.
Reality shows no mercy, accepts no excuses, issues no pardons.
Reality does not “turn the other cheek.” This does not mean that
reality is cruel, it just means that reality is.
True and accurate information is essential. Whether or not you like
that information is irrelevant, the quality and integrity of
information is what counts. What you need is integrity of data and
the willingness to operate with it.
It is essential to understand that reality isn’t necessarily going
to be the way you wish things to be or the way they seem to be;
reality is the way things actually are.
Get this and you’ve got it: Reality moves you toward your goals;
denial moves you away. Denial is self-imposed deception, convenient
cover, yet a poor alibi.
Denying reality, for any reason, leads only to stress and
frustration and takes you away from your goals. Period!
Reality can be inconvenient, especially for those that deny it. We
tend to reject that which is not easy to digest, and reality can be a
bitter pill.
For the most part, people don’t want to hear painful truths. It
seems easier to ignore the facts, even if we succeed only in delaying
the inevitable.
Make your bed with blankets of denial and you are guaranteed a lousy
night’s sleep.
Anyone serious about achieving goals must develop the habit of
examining premises and beliefs; otherwise, one risks dining on
delusions. When truth is harsh, the exit ramp of denial looks
appealing. But don’t go there. Take the high road of truth.
Denial is propaganda, a blindfold, a retreat from truth. If you are
going to avoid anything, avoid the always present, ever-tempting
world of denial.
Be willing to experience discomfort associated with the relentless
pursuit of reality. Dealing with reality requires intellectual
honesty, discipline, and commitment.
Honoring reality pays dividends: The tighter your grasp on reality,
the better the results and the better your quality of life.
Reality has meaningful influence. To function optimally, you must
maintain an up close and personal view of reality. Aim for a lifetime
rendezvous. Your success is dependent upon it, and when it comes to
reality, remember that Everything Counts!
Gary Ryan Blair is President of The GoalsGuy. A visionary and gifted conceptual thinker, Gary is highly regarded as a speaker, consultant, strategic planner, and coach to leading companies throughout the globe.
He helps business owners and sales professionals manage their time and set their priorities so they can achieve their business goals. Visit http://www.personalstrategicplan.com for more info.
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