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From: Alan (to John)
Date: 06 Oct 2011
Time: 05:03:34 -0500
Remote Name: 95.144.70.67
Hi Jon, Thank you for your generous comments. I’m delighted that your speech went so well earlier this week. As I opined in my paper (and in my earlier responses to others who have kindly provided feedback), I feel that we really can benefit from learning about the experiences and lifestyles of others. The incident to which I referred opened my eyes to possibilities that I could never have imagined. When we challenge our long-standing self-limiting beliefs, and take charge of our thoughts, we gain sight of our true potential. Living a safe and predictable life denies us opportunities to discover just how courageous and extraordinary we are. We gain strength and confidence each time we confront our fears. You wrote “I wouldn’t have thought Bannister hit the 4 minute mile the first or second time he ran a mile”. You are quite correct, Jon. We should never view setbacks as failures – they are stepping stones to future success. Incidentally, according to my research, the dream of running the first sub-four minute mile was originally created in the mid 19th Century. When Roger Bannister eventually achieved that goal in May 1954, it changed the mindset of athletes worldwide. Such is the power of ‘belief’. I hope that the positive experience you enjoyed at the Speakers Club a few days ago has sown the seeds of an empowering belief that will enable you to run your own 4-minute mile, as well as keeping you on track to attain your personal best. Thank you for participating Kindest regards Alan