Oh That Steve Harper

So Carlon Haas, my good friend and marketer extraordinaire has been lobbying me ever since Canada chose the newest Prime Minister (Steve Harper) to leverage my name's new found popularity to enhance my image and sell more books. A funny angle I must admit but one that I certainly never thought would be applicable until I received the following email.

"Mr. Harper, I purchased your book recently and was amazed that someone of your political stature had to go the self-publishing route. Perhaps this was a project you had in the works before you became Prime Minister. At any rate, I love your ideas and strategy and I am certain they are the essential reason you are now leading the great country of Canada."

Ann --- Florida

Well Ann, thank you. I work very hard every day to keep my good friends of Canada happy any way that I can. It's a huge responsibility and something that we, the united Steve Harper's of the world, have dedicated our lives to giving the most that we can give. Together, we promise to shake as many hands and kiss as many babies as we possibly can and of course, never, ever allow a public relations opportunity pass us by!

God Bless you and all of my constituents in Canada and beyond!

Ripple On Eh!

Steve Harper
(not the official Prime Minister of Canada of King of All Things Ripple)

www.therippleeffectbook.com

Overcoming Self-Doubt

I have self-doubt. I have it a lot!

For example, I wonder if I am doing what I am supposed to be doing in life. I know I have a powerful message that is worth sharing, but am I the one that is supposed to be doing the delivery? Am I the one best suited to make an impact on the world?

If this is what I am supposed to be doing, why haven't I been able to make a bigger impact than I have so far? Why does getting the message out there and having it stick feel like such an overwhelming challenge?

If there is a break to be given, has someone forgotten to give me mine?

If you are like me, sometimes the negative self-talk can be overwhelming. It can control you and make you weary of almost everything you do. I have struggled with doubting myself all of my life. I am not sure why but I do know what it does to me and I don't like it.

I wonder how many millions of people get up every morning and criticize or judge themselves before they ever leave the house? Then wonder why they let themselves be the doormat at the office.

Self-doubt is dangerous. It can and will eat, little by little, your soul.

How do you overcome it? That's a great question that I have struggled with as well. Here is what works for me.

Every once in a while think of all the good things you do in life; all of the qualities, strengths and talents that only you have. Remember that there is absolutely no one exactly like you so regardless of your station in life you are nothing if not unique.

Surround yourself with people that support you. Remember you draw to you what you focus on. Geese of a feather flock together. That can empower you or keep you down depending on the geese. Look for people that have the spirit, energy and motivation that you want and grab a hold of their wings and don't let go.

Most importantly....recognize that self-doubt is holding you back. You and I both are here for a reason. We have a purpose and are both meant to do amazing things in this world. Take the time to embrace the life you have been given and treat each day as the gift that it truly is.

When you focus your energy on these areas, it doesn't leave much time or effort left over for the negative stuff.

Ripple On My Friends!

Steve Harper