Evaluating
Your Associations
(Part II)
by Jim Rohn
In
Part I we took a look at the power of influence in our lives
and how it is possible to be nudged off course a little at
a time until finally, we find ourselves asking, "How
did I get here?"We
then asked three key questions:
1)
"Who am I around?" You've got to evaluate everybody
who is able to influence you in any way.
2)
"What are these associations doing to me?" That's
a major question to ask. What have they got me doing, listening
to, reading, thinking and feeling? You've got to make a serious
study of how others are influencing you, both negatively and
positively.
3)
"Is that okay?" Maybe everyone you associate with
has been a positive, energizing influence. Then again, maybe
there are some bad apples in the bunch. All I'm suggesting
here is that you take a close and objective look.
Everything is worth a second look, especially the power of
influence. Both will take you somewhere, but only one will
take you in the direction you need to go.
This
week we wanted to discuss three ways to handle associations
or relationships that are holding you back.
1)
Disassociate. This is not an easy decision, nor something
you should take lightly, but in some cases it may be essential
(please don't email me asking to advise you about this, only
you can decide).
You may just have to make the hard choice not to let certain
negative influences affect you any more. It could be a choice
that preserves the quality of your life.
2)
Limited association. Spend major time with major influence
and minor time with minor influences. It is easy to do just
the opposite, but don't fall into that trap. Take a look at
your priorities and your values. We have so little time at
our disposal. Wouldn't it make sense to invest it wisely?
3)
Expanding your associations. This is the one I suggest you
focus on the most. Find other successful people that you can
spend more time with. Invite them to lunch (pick up the tab)
and ask them how they have achieved so much or what makes
them successful.
Now, this is not just about financial success, it can be someone
that you want to learn from about having a better marriage,
being a better parent, having better health or a stronger
spiritual life.
It
is called association on purpose - getting around the right
people by expanding your circle of influence. And when you
do that, you will naturally limit the relationships that are
holding you back. Give it a try and see for yourself.
To
Your Success,
Jim Rohn
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