The root of self-sabotage is fear.
The 4 most common fears are:
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<li>Fear of Failure</li>
<li>Fear of Success</li>
<li>Fear of Judgement</li>
<li>Fear of the Unknown</li>
</ol>

Where does self-sabotage come from?

“What if [my target outcome] doesn't happen?”Result: <ul><li>You start on your project, then procrastinate on finishing it.</li><li>You believe that if you don’t launch anything, you can’t fail.</li></ul>

Fear of Failure

“If I succeed, will I ever achieve the same level of success again?” ”What if I can’t cope with the work that comes after achieving success, and burn out?”Result: You give up on ideas too early—right as you are about to achieve success.

Fear of Success

“What if people hate or ridicule my work?”Result: <ul><li>You spend hours working on and “perfecting” your work.</li><li>Your perfectionism delays or prevents the work's launch.</li></ul>

Fear of Judgement

“What if [something bad] happens?”Result: <ul><li>Your risk assessment might be inaccurate.</li><li>You might not start on the project at all.</li></ul>

Fear of the Unknown

<ol><li>Identify your fear(s) and their stories</li><li>Change the stories and beliefs</li><li>Embody your new beliefs through experiments</li></ol>

Conquer your fears with the ICE Framework

Before you can tackle something, you need to know what that something is.The 4 fears listed above are just examples. You might have more. So:<ul><li>Identify what your self-sabotaging behaviors are</li><li>Brain-dump the fear(s) driving each behavior</li><li>Identify the belief or story behind each fear.</li></ul> The story or belief could be about:<ul><li>Your abilities & lived experiences</li><li>Your familial and social environment</li></ul>

1. Identify your fear(s) and their stories

Question your stories and beliefs rigorously.Is it a valid concern, or are you making generous estimations of the future? Either way, turn those stories & beliefs into empowering ones that focus on what you can control.For more tips on this, you can check out this Stash: <a href="https://deepstash.com/article/174293/how-to-conquer-self-doubt-over-and-over-again">https://deepstash.com/article/174293/how-to-conquer-self-doubt-over-and-over-again</a>

2. Change the stories and beliefs

Make your new beliefs your new life narrative using deliberate experiments.Then, let the data speak for itself and guide you on your next steps. For more tips on Deliberate Experimentation: <a href="https://deepstash.com/article/170137/how-to-explore-your-interests-with-deliberate-experimentation">https://deepstash.com/article/170137/how-to-explore-your-interests-with-deliberate-experimentation</a> For more tips on "data collection" for goal achievement: <a href="https://deepstash.com/article/172029/3-data-points-to-collect-for-faster-goal-achievement">https://deepstash.com/article/172029/3-data-points-to-collect-for-faster-goal-achievement</a>

3. Embody your new beliefs through experiments

You might also like my newsletter, <a href="https://teaforthought.ck.page/tea">Tea for Thought</a>!I’m on a mission to find life-tweaking ideas for designing and living an intentional life.For every concept I discover, I strive to find examples and stories from my own life. This newsletter issue was inspired by 8 years of grappling with self-sabotage.<a href="https://teaforthought.ck.page/tea">Come learn with me :)</a>

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Realism refers to a philosophical and artistic movement that emphasizes the accurate and objective representation of reality. In general, realism seeks to depict things as they are, without idealization or romanticization. Rejecting the past neoclassicism and romantic movements, It emerged as a significant literary and artistic movement in the mid-19th century as am aesthetic reaction, seekimg for showing the world exactly as it is, not idealized and not romanticised. @Nighthawks _Edward Hopper

Realism in art and literature

In the mid to late 19th century that attempted to create objective representations of the outside world. The basis for this was the unbiased observation of contemporary life. Realism was consciously democratic, incorporating into its subjects and audiences activities and social classes previously considered unworthy of high art to depict. The most coherent development of realism is found in French painting, most notably in the work of Gustave Courbet, who used the term réalisme as the title of a manifesto accompanying an exhibition of his work in 1855 @Nude woman with a dog_Gustave Cour

What Is Really Realism? 

In art, realism is characterized by a meticulous representation of visual reality, often with a focus on ordinary subjects, landscapes, and scenes from everyday life. Realist artists strive to capture the nuances of light, color, and form, aiming to create works that are indistinguishable from reality. The followed the Chiaroscuro style to create 3d like life paintings, using shadows and light, Prominent realist painters include Gustave Courbet, Jean-François Millet, and Winslow Homer. @Ceromonial setting of the state coucol on the 7th of may 1901 marking the centenary of its foundation _ llja

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<ul><li>Accurate Representation</li><li>Everyday Subjects</li><li>Social Critique</li><li>Natural Light</li><li>Rejection of Idealization</li><li>Honesty and Truthfulness</li><li>Influence of Photography</li><li>Attention to Social Class</li></ul>

Key features of the Realism movement

Realist artists aimed to depict their subjects with utmost accuracy, striving for a faithful portrayal of the visual world. They paid close attention to detail, capturing the textures, forms, and colors of objects and scenes. @The dead christ with Angels_Eduard Manet

Accurate Representation

Realism focused on depicting ordinary, everyday subjects rather than idealized or fantastical themes. Artists often portrayed scenes from everyday life, including landscapes, still life, and genre scenes. @Jewish woman with oranges_Aleksander Gierymsk

Everyday Subjects

Realism was not only concerned with representing the visual world faithfully but also sought to reflect the social realities of the time. Many realist artists addressed social issues, such as poverty, inequality, and the working class, in their works, offering a critique of the prevailing social conditions. @Interior _Edgar Degas

Social Critique

Realist painters were interested in capturing the effects of natural light on their subjects. They studied the play of light and shadow, aiming to create a sense of depth and three-dimensionality in their paintings. @Rue Transnonain_Honoré Daumier

Natural Light

Realism rejected the romanticized and idealized portrayals that were popular during the preceding Romantic movement. Realist artists aimed to depict their subjects without embellishment, avoiding sentimentality and romantic notions. @Luncheon on the Grass_ Édouard Manet

Rejection of Idealization

Realism prioritized honesty and truthfulness in artistic representation. The goal was to present the world as it was observed, avoiding idealization or distortion. @Breton Brother and sister _William Adolph

Honesty and Truthfulness

The emergence of photography during the mid-19th century had a significant impact on Realism. Realist artists often drew inspiration from the qualities of early photographs, which provided a precise and objective record of reality. @Dempsey and firpo_George Bellows

Influence of Photography

Realist artists often portrayed people from different social classes, offering a glimpse into their lives and experiences. They sought to provide a realistic portrayal of the struggles, challenges, and dynamics of various social groups. @The little stepherdess_ William Adolph

Attention to Social Class

The Realism movement in art was comprised of various influential figures who played significant roles in shaping and defining the movement, among them are: Gustave Courbet (1819-1877): Considered one of the pioneers and leading figures of Realism, Courbet's works challenged the artistic conventions of his time. His paintings, such as "The Stone Breakers" and "A Burial at Ornans," emphasized everyday subjects and social realities, making him a central figure in the development of Realism.

Laders and notable artists associated with Realism

Millet was known for his depictions of rural life and the working class. His paintings, such as "The Gleaners" and "The Angelus," captured the dignity and hardships of peasant life, highlighting the social and economic

Jean-François Millet (1814-1875)

Daumier was a French painter, sculptor, and printmaker renowned for his social and political satires. His drawings and lithographs, often featuring caricatures, critiqued the bourgeoisie, politicians, and social injustices of 19th-century France.

Honoré Daumier (1808-1879)

Manet, though associated with Impressionism, is considered a precursor to Realism due to his rejection of idealized representations. His paintings, such as "Olympia" and "The Luncheon on the Grass," challenged academic norms and depicted contemporary subjects with a directness and realism that aligned with the Realist spirit.

Édouard Manet (1832-1883)

Homer, an American artist, is known for his realistic depictions of American life, particularly landscapes and marine scenes. His works, such as "The Gulf Stream" and "Breezing Up," showcased the ruggedness of nature and the resilience of everyday people.

Winslow Homer (1836-1910)

Eakins was an American painter known for his realistic portraits and scenes of everyday life. His works, like "The Gross Clinic" and "The Swimming Hole," captured the human form and ordinary activities with meticulous detail and psychological insight.

Thomas Eakins (1844-1916)

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It's a pretty romantic name that gets to be stuck in your head once you hear it, at the end, we are all emotional beings, we think emotionally, and we even have emotional intelligence. Is it Rational? Not at all actually....Romanticism emerged as a reaction against the rationality and order of the Enlightenment period, which emphasized reason and science, imagine an era in the late 18th century around 1790s where the whole world is overwhelming ornamenting scientific methods and details, even art is Neoclassical, and here comes our savior, Romance.

What's Romanticism? 

The Romantic era was characterized by a shift in focus from reason to emotion, imagination, and individualism. It celebrated the power of nature, the expression of intense emotions, and the exploration of the supernatural and the sublime. Romantic thinkers and artists sought to evoke strong emotions and create a sense of awe & wonder through their works. That does not mean that Romanticism was just a moving entity of emotions, instead it was a creative movement that embraced the personal experiences of individuals, allowing artist to decide following their hearts and paint themselves in nature

The Romatic Beginning 

In visual arts, Romanticism saw a shift from classical themes to more emotional and natural subjects. Artists like <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caspar_David_Friedrich">Caspar David Friedrich</a>, <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._M._W._Turner">J.M.W. Turner</a>, and <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eug%C3%A8ne_Delacroix">Eugène Delacroix</a> depicted dramatic landscapes, tumultuous events, and powerful emotions in their paintings. Music in the Romantic era saw a greater emphasis on personal expression and individual style. Composers such as Ludwig van Beethoven, Franz Schubert, and Frederic Chopin composed pieces that conveyed intense emotions and expressed the inner world of the individual. *In a Roman Osteria_Carl Bloch

Shift from Classical themes

Romanticism had a profound impact on various aspects of society and culture. It challenged the prevailing intellectual and social norms of the time and emphasized the importance of individual experience, emotions, and imagination. It also influenced not only literature, art, and music but also philosophy, politics and social movements. Romanticism left a lasting legacy and continues to inspire creative endeavors to this day, cuz hey, art is to be felt after all, not only seen. *A favourite custom _Lawrence Alma-Tadema

What Is Unique About Emotions? 

<ul><li>Emphasis on emotion and individualism</li><li>Appreciation of nature</li><li>Rejection of industrialization and urbanization</li><li>Focus on the imagination and the supernatural</li><li>Celebration of the common people and folk culture</li><li>Yearning for the past and nostalgia</li><li>The concept of the "Romantic hero</li></ul>

key features that made the ideas of Romanticism special

Romanticism celebrated the power of emotions and the individual's subjective experience. It rejected the strict rationality of the Enlightenment and embraced the expression of intense feelings, including love, passion, and despair. *Oedipus cursing his son polynics_Johanen Heinrich Füssli

Emphasis on emotion and individualism

Romantic thinkers and artists revered nature as a source of inspiration and as a means to connect with the sublime. They sought to depict the awe-inspiring beauty of natural landscapes and emphasize the individual's relationship with the natural world. *Wanderer in the storm_Julius von Leypold

Appreciation of nature

With the rise of the Industrial Revolution, Romanticism emerged as a reaction against the negative consequences of rapid urbanization, mechanization, and industrialization. Romanticists idealized rural life, pastoral settings, and a simpler, more authentic way of living. *The Education of Achilles _Eugène Delacroix

Rejection of industrialization and urbanization

Romanticism exalted the power of the human imagination and explored the realms of fantasy, the supernatural, and the mysterious, it's like it was the complete opposite of its competitive Rationalization ruling schools at the time. It delved into folklore, mythology, and gothic elements, seeking to evoke a sense of wonder and awe. *Thou who cannot_Francisco de Goya

Focus on the imagination and the supernatural

It's the Art of the people, and heroism is the people. "Unknown" Romanticism challenged the rigid social hierarchy of the time and gave voice to the experiences and struggles of the common people. It sought inspiration from folk traditions, folklore, and local customs, emphasizing the value of authentic, unspoiled culture. *Portrait of a Woman in A BLUE turban_ Eugène Delacroix

Celebration of the common people and folk culture

Romanticism often expressed a longing for an idealized past, whether it was a medieval era, a mythical golden age, or a simpler pre-industrial society. This nostalgia was driven by a sense of loss and a reaction against the rapid changes of the modern world. *The Vision of God _ William Blake

Yearning for the past and nostalgia

Romantic literature often portrayed protagonists as passionate, rebellious, and tormented individuals who defied societal norms and pursued their own desires and ideals. These characters were often portrayed as outcasts or misunderstood visionaries.

The concept of the "Romantic hero

Friedrich, a German painter, is considered one of the most important figures in Romantic landscape painting. His works often depicted sublime and awe-inspiring landscapes, often featuring solitary figures in contemplation of nature. Some of his famous works include "Wanderer above the Sea of Fog" and "The Monk by the Sea."

Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840)

Turner, an English painter, is renowned for his atmospheric and dramatic landscape paintings. His works captured the effects of light and the sublime forces of nature. Turner's later works became increasingly abstract and influenced later generations of artists. Notable paintings by Turner include "The Fighting Temeraire" and "Rain, Steam, and Speed."

J.M.W. Turner (1775-1851)

Delacroix, a French painter, was known for his vibrant use of color and dramatic, emotionally charged compositions. He explored historical and exotic subjects, often depicting scenes of violence, passion, and revolution. One of his most famous works is "Liberty Leading the People."

Eugène Delacroix (1798-1863)

Although Goya is often associated with the earlier art movement of Romanticism, his works exhibit many characteristics of the movement. Goya, a Spanish painter, is known for his dark and haunting compositions, exploring themes of war, social injustice, and the human condition. Notable works by Goya include "The Third of May 1808" and his series of Black Paintings.

Francisco Goya (1746-1828)

"The Romantic movement showed that what matters is the intensity and operation of the mind."

Let us remember when did we start to not only think but also feel

The Romanticism Era 

“Curiosity is the beginning of knowledge. Action is the beginning of change.”

“Passion is a feeling that follows action. It tends to be created or discovered, not predicted or planned. You don't find your passion. It finds you as you get in the mix and try things.”

“Highly focused people do not leave their options open. They select their priorities and are comfortable ignoring the rest. If you commit to nothing, you’ll be distracted by everything.”

“What we are today comes from our thoughts of yesterday, and our present thoughts build our life of tomorrow. Our life is the creation of our mind.”

“If you feel safe in the area that you’re working in, you’re not working in the right area. Always go a little further into the water than you feel you’re capable of being in. Go a little bit out of your depth, and when you don’t feel that your feet are quite touching the bottom, you’re just about in the right place to do something exciting.”

It's easy to find ways to improve when you are genuinely curious about something. Rather than asking yourself, “How can I be better at this?” start by asking, “How can I be more curious about this?”

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File over app is a philosophy: if you want to create digital artifacts that last, they must be files you can control, in formats that are easy to retrieve and read. Apps are ephemeral, but files have a chance to last. The pyramids of Egypt contain hieroglyphs that were chiseled in stone thousands of years ago. The ideas hieroglyphs convey are more important than the type of chisel that was used to carve them.

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<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">In the practice of feng shui, the ancient Chinese art of harmonizing one's environment, the choice of colours plays a significant role. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">Colours have the ability to influence our mood, energy, and even the flow of positive chi (energy) within a space. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">Among the various colours, gold holds a special place due to its association with wealth, abundance, and good fortune.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">How to apply the positive benefits of gold colour paintings in your home or office are explored below. </li></ul>

Feng Shui And Colours 

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Gold has long been regarded as a symbol of wealth, prosperity, and success. It is associated with abundance, luxury, and the fulfillment of desires.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">In feng shui, gold represents the element of metal, which is known for its strength, clarity, and precision. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">By incorporating gold colour paintings into your space, you can harness these positive attributes and invite a sense of opulence and prosperity into your life . </li></ul>

1. The Symbolism of Gold 

<ul><li>One of the primary reasons people turn to feng shui is to enhance their financial well-being. Gold colour paintings can be a powerful tool in attracting wealth and abundance.</li><li>According to feng shui principles, placing gold colour paintings in the wealth area of your home or office, typically the southeast corner, can stimulate the flow of positive energy and create an environment conducive to financial success. </li><li>These paintings serve as visual reminders of your intentions and aspirations, reinforcing your focus on prosperity and inviting positive opportunities into your life.</li></ul>

2. Activating Wealth and Abundance

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">In addition to its association with wealth, gold is also connected to creativity and inspiration. The golden hue is reminiscent of the radiant sun, evoking warmth, illumination, and optimism .</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Gold colour paintings can serve as a source of inspiration and motivation, making them an excellent addition to creative spaces, such as studios, home offices, or areas where brainstorming and innovation take place. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">Surrounding yourself with these paintings can help unleash your creative potential and foster a positive and uplifting environment. </li></ul>

3. Inspiring Creativity and Inspiration

<ul><li>Feng shui is all about achieving balance and harmony in your surroundings. The element of metal, represented by the gold colour, is associated with clarity, focus, and efficiency .</li><li>Incorporating gold colour paintings into your space can help balance the energy and create a harmonious atmosphere. By placing them strategically, such as in the center or northwest area of your home or office, you canpromote mental clarity, productivity, and a sense of order . </li><li>The vibrant energy of gold can invigorate and revitalize spaces, allowing for improved concentration and overall well-being . </li></ul>

4. Balancing and Energizing Spaces

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">When selecting a gold colour painting for your home or office, consider the subject matter and imagery depicted. Opt for artwork that resonates with your personal aspirations and goals. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">For wealth and abundance, choose paintings featuring symbols of prosperity, such as golden coins, blooming flowers, or majestic landscapes. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">If you seek inspiration and creativity, select artwork that reflects your artistic interests or includes elements of nature in vibrant golden hues.</li></ul>

5. Choosing the Right Gold Colour Painting

<ul><li>Gold colour paintings have the potential to transform your living or working space by infusing it with positive energy, wealth, and inspiration.</li><li>By incorporating these paintings into your feng shui practice, you can create an environment that supports your goals and aspirations. </li><li>Whether you aim for financial success, artistic inspiration, or overall balance at home, office space or both, you will have its positive effects on your own personal aspirations, flow of harmony and fortune too!</li><li>Browse through gold colour paintings <a href="https://www.innerjoyart.com/collections/gold">HERE</a>.</li></ul>

Conclusion 

Feng Shui is a study of a balanced / harmonised chi (energy) in a space. It is interesting to see how certain colour, like gold, has major impact and important significance in feng shui! 

Enhancing Harmony and Prosperity: The Power of Gold Colour Paintings in Feng Shui In the practice of feng shui, the ancient Chinese art of harmonizing one's environment, the choice of colours plays a significant role. Colours have the ability to infl

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The book provides a framework for people to define themselves, connections to others, and the environment they live in."The Art of Possibility" presents twelve breakthrough practices for bringing creativity into action. Here are some of the practices mentioned in the book.

The Possibility Paradox

Embrace the power of taking responsibility for your experiences.<ul><li>Challenge self-limiting beliefs and redefine your role in shaping your reality.</li><li>Cultivate a mindset of possibility and open yourself up to new opportunities.</li></ul>

"Compose Yourself"

Lighten up and don't take yourself too seriously.<ul><li>Release the need for control and perfection, allowing space for spontaneity and joy.</li><li>Embrace humor and playfulness as catalysts for creativity and growth.</li></ul>

"Rule Number 6"

Empower others to lead and nurture their potential.<ul><li>Recognize the value of every individual's contribution and encourage their active participation.</li><li>Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and shared responsibility.</li></ul>

"Leading from Any Chair"

Granting genuine acknowledgment and support to others.<ul><li>Approach interactions with a presumption of excellence, promoting a positive environment.</li><li>Encourage and inspire others to reach their full potential by recognizing their inherent worth.</li></ul>

"Giving an A"

Cultivate a mindset of service and make a difference in the world.<ul><li>Recognize that your actions can have a profound impact on others and the greater community.</li><li>Actively seek opportunities to contribute your unique talents and passions.</li></ul>

"Being a Contribution"

Challenge the prevailing assumptions and redefine the possibilities.<ul><li>Question existing frameworks and beliefs to uncover new perspectives and opportunities.</li><li>Embrace a flexible and adaptive mindset that encourages innovation and growth.</li></ul>

"The Way Things Are"

Tap into your passions and allow them to guide your journey.<ul><li>Discover and pursue activities that ignite your enthusiasm and fuel your motivation.</li><li>Embrace the power of passion to propel you towards fulfilling and meaningful experiences.</li></ul>

"Giving Way to Passion"

Cultivate a grateful mindset and appreciate life's blessings.<ul><li>Shift your focus towards gratitude, acknowledging and savoring the positive aspects of life.</li><li>Practice gratitude as a way to foster happiness, resilience, and a sense of abundance.</li></ul>

"The Practice of Gratitude"

Recognize the subjective nature of perception and interpretation.<ul><li>Understand that our view of reality is shaped by our own unique perspectives and filters.</li><li>Explore alternative viewpoints and challenge assumptions to broaden your understanding.</li></ul>

"The Territory vs. The Map"

Create empowering frameworks to inspire and guide others.<ul><li>Develop visionary and inclusive frameworks that promote growth, collaboration, and innovation.</li><li>Provide a sense of structure and direction while allowing for individual autonomy and creativity.</li></ul>

"Leading by Creating Frameworks"

Express your authentic self and unleash your creative potential.<ul><li>Embrace vulnerability and overcome fear to share your thoughts, ideas, and talents.</li><li>Celebrate your uniqueness and allow your voice to contribute to the collective tapestry of human expression.</li></ul>

"Giving Voice to the Self"

Radiate positive energy and inspire others with optimism.<ul><li>Cultivate an attitude of possibility and resilience, even in challenging circumstances.</li><li>Serve as a beacon of hope and encouragement, igniting the spark of possibility in those around you.</li></ul>

"The Practice of Radiating Possibility"

'The Art of Possibility' offers a delightful roadmap to unlock your creative potential and embrace a life filled with endless possibilities.

A NATIONAL BESTSELLER Discover the twelve breakthrough practices for bringing creativity and a sense of possibility into all of your endeavors in this bestselling guide from the author of Pathways to Possibility Presenting twelve breakthrough practices for bringing creativity into all human endeavors, The Art of Possibility is the dynamic product of an extraordinary partnership. The Art of Possibility combines Benjamin Zander's experience as conductor of the Boston Philharmonic and his talent as a teacher and communicator with psychotherapist Rosamund Stone Zander's genius for designing innovative paradigms for personal and professional fulfillment. The authors' harmoniously interwoven perspectives provide a deep sense of the powerful role that the notion of possibility can play in every aspect of life. Through uplifting stories, parables, and personal anecdotes, the Zanders invite us to become passionate communicators, leaders, and performers whose lives radiate possibility into the world.

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In their playing you hear not only precision, color and balance, but thunder, lightning and the language of the heart. This is what the Boston Globe said about a performance by conductor Benjamin Zander with the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, but it could apply equally to the Zanders' inspirational book, the product of a synthesis of the diverse worlds of the symphony orchestra and cutting-edge psychology. The Art of Possibility offers a set of breakthrough practices for creativity in all human enterprises. Infused with the energy of their dynamic partnership, the book joins together Ben's extraordinary talent as a mover and shaker, teacher, and communicator, with Rosamund Stone Zander's genius for creating innovative paradigms for personal and professional fulfillment. In lively counterpoint, the authors provide us with a deep sense of the powerful role that the notion of possibility can play in every aspect of our lives. The Zanders' deceptively simple practices are based on two premises: that life is composed as a story ("it's all invented") and that, with new definitions, much more is possible than people ordinarily think. The book shifts our perspective with uplifting stories, parables, and anecdotes from the authors' personal experiences as well as from famous and everyday heroes. From "Giving an A," to the mysterious "Rule Number 6," to "Leading from Any Chair"-the account of Ben's stunning realization that the conductor/leader's power is directly linked to how much greatness he is willing to grant to others-each practice offers an opportunity for personal and organizational transformation. The Art of Possibility provides a life-altering approach to fulfilling dreams large and small. The Zanders invite us all to become passionate communicators, leaders, and performers whose lives radiate possibility into the world.Rosamund Stone Zander is a family therapist and a landscape painter. Benjamin Zander is the conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra and a professor at the New England Conservatory of Music. Based on the principles developed through the authors' unique partnership, Mr. Zander gives presentations to managers and executives around the world and Ms. Zander conducts workshops for organizations on practicing the art of possibility.

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“People usually judge you based on where you are at currently, not what you could become eventually. Don't let one comment stop you from trying. File it away or use it as fuel. Focus on getting better. Someone else's analysis of your current position doesn't tell you anything about your current potential.”

“If you're stuck in a negotiation, figure out the 1 thing that is truly non-negotiable for you and then compromise on everything else.”

“One of the great balancing acts in life is to be cautious and daring at the same time.Cautious enough to avoid stupid mistakes, prevent burnout, and maintain a margin of safety.Daring enough to bet on yourself, to do the things you would regret leaving undone, and to be willing to be uncomfortable in the short term so you can learn and grow in the long term.”

“I've found that it's of some help to think of one's moods and feelings about the world as being similar to weather. It’s real. You can't change it by wishing it away. If it's dark and rainy it really is dark and rainy and you can't alter it. It might be dark and rainy for two weeks in a row.But. It will be sunny one day.In the same way that one has to accept the weather, so one has to accept how one feels about life sometimes. “Today's a crap day,” is a perfectly realistic approach. But the sun may well come out tomorrow and when it does, I shall take full advantage.”

“Once you achieve high status, a part of your mind makes you lose interest in the thing that you achieved high status with in the first place. You might feel obligated to maintain an appearance of interest, and defend your position from time to time, but you no longer feel a burning need to know the truth.One solution that might work is to periodically start over. Once you've achieved recognition in some area, and no longer have as much interest in it as you used to, go into a different community focused on a different topic, and start over from a low-status position.”

What is getting too much of my time right now? What is getting too little?

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<ul><li>“You help people when they need help, not when you are ready to help them.”</li><li>“Many people care more about being right than being happy.”</li><li>“You can be relaxed and dedicated. Just because you worry more, doesn't mean you care more.”</li></ul>

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