Happy New Year Heroes!
To help you make 2014 your best year ever… We asked our SuperheroYou community this one question:
“What is ONE thing your fellow heroes can do to have a GREAT YEAR?”
Here’s what they told us… the answers may surprise you! (below, in no particular order)
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Much love from all of us at SuperheroYou ~ Jim Kwik
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1. Tony Hsieh, CEO Zappos
Be true to yourself : )
2. Michael Uslan, Producer of all 7 “Batman” Films
We need to escape the comfort zones that hold us back. Remember we will never be this young again.
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3. Jack Canfield, Co-Creator “Chicken Soup for the Soul”
Have the courage to trust who and what you are attracted to even when it doesn’t make sense.
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4. Keith Ferrazzi, Best-Selling Author “Never Eat Alone”
It’s a wonderful time to push restart on your relationship plan; add one new, refresh a stale, and heal a wounded one!
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5. Rachel P. Goldstein, CEO, Agent of Change
Start with the breath each morning…Breathe in and slowly count to 4… Breathe out and slowly count to 4 then pause. Do this for 20 minutes.
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6. Mariel Hemingway, Actress/Advocate/Author
Be self-healing, self-sustaining, & self-sufficient by connecting to the greatest doctors on the planet: dr. Sun, dr. Water, dr. Earth, dr. Food, dr. Silence, dr. Exercise, and dr. Nature.
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7. Thomas Bähler, American Songwriter, Producer “We Are The World”
My dad used to say, “The man who knows how will always have a job working for the man how knows why.” What is your why?
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8. Simon Sinek, Author “Start With Why”
Fulfillment comes from the opportunity to serve those who serve others. If enough of us commit this year to do just that, it means there will always be someone out there to watch out for us too.
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9. Mark Thompson, NY Times Best-Selling Author, Venture Capitalist
Think of your 5 Most Valuable People at work & life then help each pursue 1 passion. You’ll Double Your Value to them guaranteed.
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10. Lisa Nichols, NY Times Best-Selling Author “No Matter What”
In 2013, don’t ask the world for permission to be beautiful, smart and amazing…Give Them Notice!!!
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11. Daniel Kraft, Chair of Medicine & Neuroscience, Singularity University
Try leveraging the increasingly powerful array of Apps and integrated quantified self devices to optimize mindfulness, personalized wellness, prevention and manage acute/chronic conditions.
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12. Jeff Marx, Creator Broadway’s Hit “Avenue Q”
CHANGE YOUR PASSWORD to an acronym representing something you want to be reminded of. Something empowering and true, which makes you feel good or helps you grow. Each time you’re prompted to enter your password, you’ll be reminded of that truth.
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13. Lee Zlotoff, Creator of TV’s “MacGyver”
Like MacGyver, almost everything you need to solve your problems IS ALREADY INSIDE YOU! All you need to do is figure out how to find it in there.
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14. Fred Johnson, Sound Sculpturer
Recognize that the greatest gift you will receive is the breath of life. Each moment of each day with that breath, speak truth, with your heart be grateful.
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15. Dr. Daniel Amen, MD, Clinical Neuroscientist, Best-Selling Author
Know your omega 3s. EPA to boost mood and attention. DHA to calm the noise in your head.
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16. Lisa Sasevich, Leading Sales Expert
This is the year to go for it! Be it travel, getting your gift out into the world, or giving big!
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17. Simon Mainwaring, Author “WE FIRST”
Align who you are with what you do on a daily basis to fulfill your purpose.
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18. Michael Ellsberg, Author of “The Education of Millionaires: It’s Not What You Think, and It’s Not Too Late.”
Take walks while on business calls (using your mobile and headset). You’ll be getting fresh air and exercise as you work, with no extra time invested.
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19. Susan Cain, Author of QUIET: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking
Everyone shines, given the right lighting. For some, it’s a Broadway spotlight, for others, a lamplit desk. Find your lighting this year, and bask in it.
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20. Steven Kotler, NY Times Best-Selling Co-Author of “Abundance”
“Do the Hard Thing.” It’s to remind me that the greatest challenges are always doorways into the greatest victories. That total commitment is all the universe asks of us and that, truly, gleefully, thankfully, there are no other options.
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21. Dr. Christiane Northrup, World’s Leading Authority in Women’s Wellness
Begin your day– and every new endeavor- by consciously aligning with the power of the Divine Mind or Divine Order within you– the Superconscious part of yourself. Say something like, “As I begin my day ( or activity) I invoke the power of Divine Order to guide me every step of the way.”
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22. Gail Kingsbury, Founder Gail’s Calendar
The New Year is not about changing the dates but the direction; it’s not about changing the calendar but the commitment; it’s not about changing the actions but the attitude; it’s not about changing the fruit, but the faith and focus!
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23. Tony Tjan, NY Times Best-Selling Author of “Heart, Smarts, Guts & Luck”
Over the holidays I watched once again as people – myself included – found ourselves falling into our multi-tasking, social-media freneticism. There are times more often than not where we should be more present, and there should be more time when we should be focused on what it is we / you can create than comment on.
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24. Shawn Stevenson, Nutritionist, Host BeWellBuzz Podcast
As we continue to take quantum leaps in our use of technology, it’s more important than ever to get out from behind the computer and be more active.
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25. Laurin Seiden, Founder New You Development
To keep 2013 momentum: Keep up the action, remember we never regret going to the gym or doing something positive in the direction of our goal.
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26. Dr. Rudy Tanzi, Harvard Professor, NY Times Best-Selling Author of “Super Brain”
Your brain is a 3 lb miracle that interprets, produces, and delivers your world to you. Use it wisely to bring you the world you desire.
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27. Tim Chang, Managing Director, Mayfield Fund
I look through my Bucket List of lifetime goals and try to pick 2-3 to accomplish in the coming year. I also list 10-12 other 1 year goals I want to accomplish and that makes up my personal goals list for the next year. I regularly review this list every month or so, and make adjustments during the year, and also review what I got done at the end of the year.
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28. Lewis Howes, Lifestyle Entrepreneur and Author
Focus on giving. The more you give to others, the more will come back to you.
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29. Daniel Vitalis, Health Strategist/Nature Based Philosopher
In this brave new world, the nutrients stored in your body are becoming more valuable than the dollars stored in your bank account. The doctor of the future is the individual, viv la self-healthcare revolution.
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30. Clay Hebert, Founder and CEO, Spindows.com
Connect – Be a better connector. Proactively connect people that should know each other. Try to make at least one meaningful connection every week.
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31. Jeff Spencer, Team Doctor for 8-Tour de France Victories
Purposely pause each day in gratitude and consciously give thanks for life’s privilege.
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32. Marcia Wieder, CEO/Founder, Dream University
Quit doing anything that is sucking the life out of you or out of integrity with your heart and soul. As you say, “No More,” to what’s no longer true for you, you can ask, “Now What?” and create what matters to you.
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33. Michael Margolis, CEO, Get Storied
Empty your cup. Freedom is in the questions, not the answers.
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34. Gay Hendricks, Founder of The Hendricks Institute
Ask these two big wonder-questions every day: What is my true genius? How can I express it so that I make my maximum creative contribution to the world?
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35. Ryan Lee, Author/CEO, FounderFly
Communication is the new currency. Spend this aery becoming a better writer and speaker.
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36. Nathan Shomer, CEO, Audacious Group
Learn to FLOW seamlessly between your right and left brain. You’ll soon discover that worldly limits are mere fiction.
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37. Wendy Liton-Dibner, Founder, Move People to Action System for Experts and Entrepreneurs
Think this: “Life is far too short to settle for less than I truly want, in my business or my life.” Do this: Decide to make an impact on every life you touch and then make it happen wherever you go.
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38. Max Simon, CEO Big Vision Business
Contemplate on your death. Nothing makes you more aware of what’s truly important than thinking about your limited time here on earth.
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39. Rick Frishman, Publishing Expert
Everyone has a special message. Start writing your book tomorrow. Only a few pages a day! And it will be done soon, but you have to start!
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40. Eric Handler, Co-Founder, Positively Positive
Imagine a world if we all looked at others and saw the innocent child in them that we all once were.
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41. Jason Stuber, Serial Entrepreneur/Technophile
In anything you ever want to accomplish, remember that life is a game without overtime. Leave it all out on the field everyday and you’ll always come out the winner.
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42. Lisa Garr, Radio Host “Awareness Show”
2013 is a time for new beginnings and getting exciting again about life. Just like any new 13 year old, it’s a coming of age of Awareness. Be grateful.
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43. Dr. Ned Hallowell, World-Renowned ADHD Expert
Let’s try to use often and well the most powerful force we have…connection & love. It’s free and infinite in supply, ready to be used all the time.
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44. Nick Ortner, Producer “Tapping Solution”
Sometimes the fastest way to make forward progress is to finally clean up the old stuff that’s been holding you back. Clear limiting beliefs, let go of past failures and finally create the life you’ve always dreamed of.
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45. Jonathan Fields, Author/Founder of Good Life Project™
Schedule more “Seinfeld time.” Build discrete windows to just do nothing. These seemingly unproductive periods create the space for our biggest insights to emerge.
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46. Kevin Gianni, Nutrition/Fitness Expert, Founder, Renegade Health
Buy a treadmill desk and walk while working.
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47. Adam Braun, Founder & CEO, Pencils of Promise
Don’t try to win over every person, instead build deeper relationships
with those most important to you. The ideal pursuit for each of us is not for-profit or nonprofit, it’s for-purpose.
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48. Michael Fishman, Advisor; Founder, Consumer Health Summit; Co-Founder: BehaviorCon
Increase the certainty of achieving your goals and commitments by removing the words “try” and “hope” from your communications.
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49. Selena Soo, Marketing Strategist
When struggling to make a decision, just ask yourself this question: “What would my highest self do in this moment?” This question will always lead you to the right answer!
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50. John Assaraf, CEO PraxisNow
In 2013 make a commitment to DO MORE of what you love, LESS of what you tolerate and NONE of what you hate doing.
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51. Mark Hyman, MD Founder, The UltraWellness Center, Chairman, Institute for Functional Medicine
Love more, fear less. Float more, steer less. And eat protein for breakfast- will keep your mind sharp and your waist thin. And if you don’t eat breakfast start now.
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52. Peter Diamandis, Founder X Prize, Chairman Singularity University
The world’s most precious resource is the persistent and passionate human mind. Remember, the best way to predict the future is to create it yourself!
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53. Jay Tavare, Actor, Writer, Producer, Sacred Storyteller
To succeed in anything in life… one requires dedication which can only come from self discipline and time management. Apache say, G’u Z’u Dal’sh, which means let all good thing happen. For even though we have good intentions we still need the good will of the higher power to get there.
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54. Tana Amen, Author, The Brain Doctor’s Wife
Eat like a wild gorilla for great health! Lots of veggies, some fruit, nuts and seeds- and add 30% protein. With a little creativity you can design hundreds of delicious, nutritious recipes with this combination. This will improve your health and focus, which will help you achieve your life and business goals in 2013.
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55. Dave Lingwood, Producer, “The Buried Life”, #1 NYT Best-Selling Co-Author “What Do You Want to Do Before You Die?”
One of my favorite quotes from our book…”Invest your money in beautiful memories.” ~ Duncan Penn
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56. Mel Abraham, Author “The Entrepreneur’s Solution”
Remember…Fate is what happens to us. Destiny is what we do with it.
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57. Sam Horn, Intrigue Expert/Author of “POP!”
Ink it when you think it.
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58. Gina Rudan, Author of “Practical Genius”
Identify your hard assets (your skills, strengths, and expertise), and your soft assets (your passions, creative abilities, and values) – and find the sweet spot where the two meet. That’s where you find your PRACTICAL GENIUS.
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59. Mark Victor Hansen, Co-Creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series
The one thing I’d like everyone to start doing is to realize they personally, are a big part of the solution to our economic problem. My mission is that every kid, and the kid in everyone, can be an entrepreneur creating profitable products, ideas, benefits, services, and a branded personality that will benefit everyone, and change the world.
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60. Vishen Lakhiani, Founder & CEO, Mindvalley
Leadership is recognizing that we are all ONE. That every person you lead is as brilliant as you, as talented as you and has the same capacity for growth and accomplishment. They simply need to be reminded of this act.
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61. Jairek Robbins, Adventurer Extraordinaire
To make 2013 and AMAZING YEAR is simple…Focus on serving others through living your passion in a fulfilling way and make sure to get compensated for it!
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62. Brian Kurtz, VP, Boardroom Inc.
When assessing new business ideas or projects, it’s always good to “follow the anecdotal evidence”…that is, watch and study what’s working in the marketplace and pick up as many clues along the way as to how your business can fit into an existing (successful) model while putting your own spin on it. The biggest potential successes are often right under your nose.
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63. Nicole Daedone, Founder, One Taste. Author of “Slow Sex”
“Desire is the one power source potent enough to bring about change.” Use your desire to motivate and move you into situations you would normally run from. TurnON happens at the edge of your comfort zone.
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64. Sean Croxton, Founder, Underground Wellness
Don’t let the fad diet madness stress you out, just eat real food (JERF)!
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65. Yakov Smirnoff, Russian Comedian
This New Year, may your life like an APPLE – Abundance, Peace, Prosperity, Laughter, Everywhere.
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66. Barbara De Angelis, Leading Relationship/Transformation Artist
Don’t look for the Miracle – be the Miracle. Don’t look for the Blessing – be the Blessing. Don’t look for the Love – be the Love.
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67. Larry Benet, CEO, SANG
Invest in your most valuable relationships.
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68. Katie Hendricks, Best-Selling Author, “Conscious Loving”
Spend 10 minutes each day exploring your creativity, something you love to do. Examples: moving to music, wondering about a new project on paper, playing with a new recipe, journalling/writing. Just 10 minutes a day boost your creative output.
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69. Matt Weinstein, Playfair Inc.
Make Playtime a priority every day. It’s one of the Fun-damentals of a successful life.
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70. Claire Zammit, Founder, Feminine Power
Higher creative potentials don’t get realized without a lot of investment of time, effort and support – find the best mentorship, school or program in the world to develop your gifts and talents to make your greatest contributions.
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71. Raymond Aaron, NY Times Best Selling Author
Do what you love for all of 2013 and your income, happiness, love life, and contribution to the world will skyrocket.
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72. Paul Hoffman, Transformational Musician
Focus on just 3 success steps a day to sculpt the life you dream about.
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73. Larry Ostrovsky, Founder, BeWellBuzz
Know where your food comes from by supporting local farmers & eating organic, avoid GMO and be grateful for what you have. Don’t forget to Sm:)e often.
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74. Joe Sugarman, Chairman, BluBlocker Corporation
Be truthful in everything you say—almost to a point where you are disarmingly truthful – and you’ll win over others… in business & life.
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75. Alexis Hyuna, Co-Founder, SuperheroYou
Travel to unknown places or if you can’t travel, then connect with people who are different from you. Having broader perception leads to innovation. Learn from those who are outside of your industry and be creative!
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76. Arielle Ford, Author of “The Soulmate Secret” and “Wabi Sabi Love”
Begin to practice Wabi Sabi Love!
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77. Chris Cade, Professional Empowerment Artist
Talk more frequently about your biggest dreams. The more you share your dreams, the more alive they become to you and others. This inspiration generates tremendous energy to make them happen. You’ll also be amazed at how many people want to help you reach your dreams and will be grateful you shared your vision with them!
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78. Caleb Jennings & Sheleana Breakell, Founders, Young and Raw
Lead by example, and be the change you wish to see in the world.
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79. Sekou Andrews, Poetic Voice
You are what you say, so don’t say what you do, until you do what you are. For only when your actions move with your words will your words move others to action. BE VOICEFUL!
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80. Nadeem Kassam, Founder, Basis
In order to achieve the greatest success in life – physically, financially or spiritually – requires awareness of self. The use of sensors will empower us with information to not only achieve this awareness, but to help us adjust our lifestyles for maximum efficiency for body, mind and soul.
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81. Catherine Garceau, Olympic Medalist, Author, Wellness Coach
Turn your ‘crazy’ into ‘incredible’ this year, one 360 life turn at a time. Take daily action to honor your body and spirit. Give yourself compassion hugs. Learn to feel and release your emotions. Your greatest health and life await you.
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82. Sean Stephenson, The 3 Foot Giant, Author “Get Off Your BUT”
2013: I will live happily below my means, bring amazing value to my tribe, do great self-care, and fall deeper in love.
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83. Scott Flansburg, The Human Calculator
Count your joys instead of your woes, count your friends instead of your foes.
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84. Julia Roy, Co-Founder of WorkHacks.com
Be conscious and aware of where you put your attention. Do this everyday and you will slowly rewire your brain and eliminate bad habits.
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85. Brian Tracy, Success Expert
Close your eyes, take 7 deep breaths, and then visualize your most important goal as already a reality.
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86. Dave Asprey, Founder, The Bulletproof Executive
Your brain uses 15 times more calories when you tell it to concentrate. Resolve to learn to concentrate harder by upgrading your metabolism, which helps you deliver energy to your brain more efficiently. Start by eating enough healthy saturated fat. You will really feel the difference!
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87. Charles Green, Founder, Trusted Advisor Associates & Co-Author, The Trusted Advisor
Nobody cares what you think – fortunately! So stop worrying about their perceptions, and speak your own mind clearly.
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88. Fran Capo, World’s Fastest Talking Female
In life people often say “Don’t worry there is light at then end of the tunnel.” I say, to heck with that, bring your own flashlight! Control your thoughts and attitude and you control your life.
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89. Rosally Sapla, DramaFever
Let go of the wheel and enjoy the flow of the ocean, but always remember you are always the captain of your own ship.
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90. Sonia Ricotti, #1 Bestselling Author/CEO of Lead Out Loud Inc.
Be the most positive person you know. The words you use when you communicate with others, reflects your thoughts on the inside. Like Oprah says, “Be responsible for the energy you bring into a room.”
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91. don Miguel Ruiz, NYT Best-Selling Author “The Four Agreements”
Express your love openly. Life is nothing but a dream, and if you create your life with love, your dream becomes a masterpiece of art.
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92. Linda Taylor, Model, Actress, Producer, Activist
Around this past holidays is when I had my epiphany. The gospel of Elvis ‘I believe’ came to me through a dear friend of mine as we celebrated the blessings of this season. It is then when I knew this song and its message are going to stay with me not only in the 2013 but for many many years to come. For it is my bible now. “Everytime I hear a new born baby cry, or touch a leaf or see the sky, then I know why, I believe.”
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93. Honi Borden, Author “The Day I Became a Superhero”
Listen to your HEART where Light is shinning your Path.
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94. Chad Sarno, Senior Culinary Educator Whole Foods, NYT Best-Selling Co-Author of “Crazy Sexy Kitchen”
Make those resolutions last. Taking control of your health, starts in the kitchen. Remember those little steps matter. Learning to shop, and cook are the best place to start. Pack in those nutrients when you can. Sneak in those green. From smoothies, sauces, to eating your salad before the meal. Every bite counts.
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95. Nik Halik, Astronaut, Adventurer
Make dissatisfaction work for you.
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96. Renee Airya, Intuitive/Coach
In following your dreams, don’t let yourself get discouraged by others lack of encouragement. Reconnect to your why.
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97. Kyle Cease, Comedian
When you are in the state of play and trust, all the content you were trying to remember and more just come out. Practice playing, don’t practice practicing.
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98. Alisa Vitti, CEO, FLO Living LLC
Women need to appreciate the role hormones play in their brain chemistry, mood, and focus. Partner with your cycle and hormones to create your most successful life.
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99. Jim Kwik, Kwik Learning & SuperheroYou
Get curious. Live with renewed wonder. See through a child’s eyes. Become wildly fascinated, absurdly dazzled and delighted. Defy the odds. Doubt your doubts. Listen. Breath deep. Dream. Fall back in love with learning, enraptured by exploration. Discover. Guard your mind. Become smitten by your smarts, tantalize your thoughts. Question. Set new standards. Trade perfect for progress. Mind wide open. Remember to remember. Seduce your senses, intoxicate your imagination. Be present. Arouse your awareness, believe your brilliance. Learn to learn. Create. Play. Inspire. Collaborate. Share. These are your superpowers, your birthright. This is the SuperheroYou.
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100. YOU
We want to know your ADVICE too… “What is ONE thing your fellow heroes can do to have a GREAT YEAR?”
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