IF – The Scariest Word In The English Vocabulary
“IF” – The Scariest Word …
In The English Vocabulary. Why?
If – whats in a word?
Having been in this business for many years now,I believe that I qualify as an expert in this area. I have heard all kinds of reasons for people giving up on their dreams. Let me tell you people get really creative too! They have more reasons and excuses than carter has little carter pills, as my grandmother would say. IF, seems to be the most common denominator in the equation. Let’s look closer at the word “if” and what is behind it!
Most people want more out of life than they currently have. They know that they deserve more and that it is there for their taking, they just have to reach out and grab it. They want success, big houses, fancy cars, a huge bank account etc. Funny thing is, that is where it stops for most. With the want. Most people will pay for education and guidance that they will never use. Most people will join businesses or start businesses, because they think they can reach their goals. Oddly, they never do anything past joining, or very little after that.
I have observed many of these people over the years as a coach and mentor and I have tried to figure out why this is. The conclusion is so scary that I am sure it is why more people do not discuss it openly.
I know before I reveal the observations that it will rub alot of people the wrong way, but it is truthful and that is what is important.
IF
Let’s start with “IF”. IF my wife/husband would just tell her/his friends about this, I know it would take off. IF there were other people close by here that I could work with, I know it would take off. IF I knew where to find the people that want this, I know it would take off. IF there were more people that had heard about the products, I know it would take off. IF I knew more about the product/service, I kn ow it would take off. IF I had more time to work this, I know it would take off. IF I knew more people, I know it would take off. IF I could be more like you, I know it would take off. If, If, IF!
Now lets look at what “IF”. What “IF” no one wants to listen to me? What “IF” the company changes on me? What “IF” I spend this money to join and no one joins with me? What “IF” my family and friends think I have joined a pyramid scheme? What “IF” I can’t do it? What “IF” I sponsor people, what will I do with them? What “IF” I have to work more hours at my JOB? What “IF”?
As shown here, this “IF” word is extremely dangerous and scary. I believe it to be the scariest word in our language, bar none! I am as serious as I have ever been in my life. Why must people allow this word to steal the dreams and the things that are rightfully theirs? Easy…because they have been taught that is OK.
What can you do to change this? Well when you see or hear the word “IF” you must automatically think “Imagine Fearlessness”. When we Imagine Fearlessness, we do not accept defeat as an option. There is no doubt! (That is an amazing statement! Really think about that one and let it sink in for a few minutes.)
Remember too, life. There is no life with “IF” in the way! Don’t live in fear live life to the fullest!!!!
Remove, “IF” from your life today, contact me for mentoring.
To your success,
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So very true Kris! IF is a scary word indeed!
IF has got in the way of my path before and I don’t want it to happen again. Set your sails and just keep grinding away. It will happen…
Bro, this is a very scary word. I used it a lot in my old victim life. Honestly if I have a bad day I could still use that word.. Horrible! When someone use that word they are sliding from the responsible side to the victim side. Does it make sense, what do you think?
I can see how IF can be the scariest word. It implies an unknown factor, or regret. Thanks for posting this Kris.
Carter,
Bro you are learning my friend. IF can kill you.
To your success,
Kris
Mattias,
Man you could not be more right man. The word is one that needs to be removed from all our vocabulary for sure. Keep up the good word bro.
To your success,
Kris
Ken,
You bet bro! I mean to help as many as I can. You know there are people out there that read this stuff and do not comment, that is ok, they still get the message!
To your success,
Kris
What a great post Kris. “If” can cause us to lose out on many blessings. I am so thankful that there are people like you to teach us to take his word out of our vocabulary. Thank you so much for sharing.
I can only agree with you and the other comments. The fact is, \"IF\" gets in the way, just like every other barrier out there, whether it comes to growing a business, losing weight, or anything. It can stop you in your tracks. It\’s good to look ahead and not at the \"IF\" factor. Thanks for the great message.
Another pearl of great value Kris. Great things happen when you make them happen, nothing happens when you just wait. Instead of asking what if, we can transition from the victim mentality with positive “if, then” statements. “If I focus for x hours a day on doing the things that build my business, then my business will grow strong.”
Tammie,
Glad I can be here, I am always here to help you in any way you need me. Blessings to you and your family!
To your success,
Kris
Jerry,
Glad you stopped by to visit and you got something here! Please visit again.
To your success,
Kris
Lynn,
You are right again. I love that you get this.
To your success,
Kris
As a programmer, taking this article’s advice to heart would really screw me over.
Otherwise, nice article, I enjoyed it =D
Thanks for the post, for your excellent advice.
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