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Do you think greatness is external, something that exists outside of you? When you think of greatness, what is the image you get? What do you equate with greatness?
Without a doubt, most would immediately get an image of someone famous, celebrity or athlete.
- Oprah Winfrey–greatness.
- Nelson Mandela–greatness.
- John F. Kennedy–greatness.
- Martin Luther King, Jr. –greatness.
- Mother Teresa–greatness.
- Michael Jordan, Muhammid Ali, Jerry Rice, Wayne Gretsky–greatness.
The list is endless of people or images of greatness that come to mind, but most people would not consider themselves as great.
But greatness has nothing to do with having lots of money, fame or wealth.
Greatness also has nothing to do with possessions.
So what is greatness?
- Greatness is about knowing how highly significant you are and choosing to walk in your purpose regardless of your current circumstances or situations, regardless of your past.
- Greatness is living your life with clear purpose and passion, overcoming all obstacles in pursuit of your vision–your intended destination.
The people I referenced before all lived and walked in their purpose or calling. That is what made them greatness, in spite of their challenges or obstacles.
Fame, money or wealth is only a by-product of someone walking in their greatness, purpose or calling. It is NOT what makes them great. So again, without any of those things, greatness still exists.
When you think about greatness, I don’t want you to look to celebrities or other affluent people for your definition of greatness. I want you to tap into what dwells on the inside of you. What speaks to you? What inspires you? What do you yearn for? What is YOUR purpose?
When you think about greatness, think about these traits:
- endurance
- perseverance
- power
- confidence.
These are just some of the traits of greatness. You have these traits already, but you must choose to develop, nurture and walk in these traits. And yes, you must do so even if you are afraid or uncertain of what the path is ahead of you. Greatness is not allowing anything to stand in the way of you achieving your deepest desires, living your most fulfilled life.
YOU are greatness! Discover it. Embrace it. Walk in it.
Create three buzz words–powerful, thought-provoking words– that will define your greatness. Use those words to remind yourself of just how much power you have. Begin to walk in your own definition of greatness today.
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Gwen Thibeaux–the “Greatness Accountability Coach,”–is a motivational speaker, personal development trainer, and author of the book, “Embracing the Greatness Within: A Journey of Purpose and Passion.” (Book available online at Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com) Mission: To inspire others to live a life of greatness, one divine moment at a time, regardless of their circumstances.
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