Building A Winner
How To Be a Winner Through Personal Empowerment: 10 Olympic Values to Live By
Olympians are referred to as among the most successful and disciplined individuals on earth for several good reasons. However, you do not need to be an Olympian to become successful in your own challenges in life. You can reach your goals in every aspect by sticking to the same values that champions live by. You will discover that these features and rules can help you transform into a great person in your own right.
1. Punctuality
Olympians are always early when it comes to training. Most of the champions today begin at a very early age, thereby gaining a lot of experience than their other competitors. Training also requires them to start very early in the morning. This way, they get to train when their body and mind are still fresh and interested to learn. You should start becoming punctual so that you can take advantage of several opportunities in life. Grab the chance while others are still asleep.
2. Discipline
Olympians know the very essence of discipline. They keep their mind focused by sticking to the main goal and plan. They also sacrifice a lot of things in the process, like staying away from unhealthy activities and food and drinks. Discipline means giving up a lot of the easy and fun things in life to get the bigger goal in the end. You have to check which is more important to you and then stay focused on achieving it.
3. Perseverance
The most dramatic moments in Olympic history is spurred by the value of perseverance among athletes. You can see runners suddenly fall because of a leg cramp, then limp to the finish line to get the last place. Perseverance will mean working long hours and forgetting the pain to get to your goals. In life, there are several challenges. Some of these can be very hard and push you to want to quit. You have to get over the pain and temporary distractions and get to your objectives, no matter what the cost is.
4. Courage
True champions are born out of courage. Many times in the field and in life, you will find yourself being faced with the toughest competitors and situations. Some of these may even be life or health threatening. If you want to become truly successful, you will know how to face your deepest fears and just go for what you’ve always dreamed of. Some people simply choose to dare and take risks to hopefully get the much coveted reward in the end.
5. Awareness
A good athlete becomes an expert in his chosen sport because he understands the surroundings and other players very well. You have to know how to work with the demands of the environment and make use of the available resources. You have to be alert for the opportunities that come along and grab it in the allotted timeframe.
6. Hard Work
Hard work is one of the most important values that a great champion should possess. If you invest more time, effort and resources than your opponent, then there’s no reason for you not to win. The greatest people dedicate a lot to what they do and in the end, become the best at it.
7. Strength
Strength does not only refer to the physical aspect, but strength of the mind and personality. True champions do not give up and will show a very brave and strong face even in the most difficult times. You should learn how to face the toughest situations with the knowledge and feeling that you will succeed completely and conquer.
8. Resourcefulness
Not all Olympians are born with the best genetics and the strongest body. However, you can learn how to overcome all the odds and challenges by making use of your available strengths. Learn how to use other people’s strengths to work in your favour. You should learn how to accept your own personal weaknesses and then respond in a way that will develop your skills to their optimum potential.
9. Creativity
Everything you do in life should be creative. Explore your own uniqueness and originality by trying new things and not being afraid to push yourself harder. Creativity means doing more than what is required of you. In life, always take joy and pride in what you do and you will realize that the rewards will just follow.
10. Dare to Dream
A lot of Olympians do not simply aim to win, but to conquer. Some want to break records that have been set decades ago, while others want their name to be left in history. You should try to leave a legacy of your own to be passed on to future generations.
Be an Olympian. Selva Sugunendran, a Master Neuro Linguistic Practitioner and Master Clinical Hypnotherapist is also a Personal Empowerment Consultant. Visit his web site to find helpful tools like FREE Ebooks, Audio and Video Articles to equip you with knowledge and strategies to become the best in the industry: http://www.PersonalEmpowermentSolutions.com
