The Catalyst

Salutations,

I'm a firm believer that pure unadulterated thought is our single most important possession. Sure, we may have a place to live. If we're lucky, we own a car. But our most significant asset is our thoughts. Our thoughts are important because quite simply they are the only things we possess that can't be taken away. Many of us know the feeling of stepping outside thinking our car is stolen only tofind out its been hijacked by the repo man. There were at least 1200 home forclosures in my county alone last month. It's funny how wei nvest time, money, and effort into material possessions that can be taken away at any moment but won't invest the same energy in anything eternal.
Times are hard for everyone these days. The economy is weak and I don't see it strengthening in the near future. Some people ask the question, "why?" We want to know who's responsible for the state ofthe Union. What could we have changed in the past that would have resulted in different results? We want to blame and point fingers at politicians and big businesses. It's easier to blame them than adapt and adjust to the new economic environment. I'll admit. Money is tight. But I don't let it get to me. As always, I've got to stay positive. I realize that there are limits to what can be taken away from me. Luckily, no one can take away my true assets. Peace of mind is always available until you give someone a piece. No one can force you to worry. No one forces you to be anxious. After extensive practice, I've learned that my financial situation doesn't define who I am. Although it pays the bills, my job is somewhat unfulfilling. I discovered, however, that I am so much more than my title. I am more than what I see in the mirror. I am the sum of my thoughts. My thoughts determine who I am. And so does yours. That is why it matters how you think. If your thinking is flawed, you will only reach a fraction of your potential. I would go into detail but after 3 years you should trust me by now.
This is why I write The Catalyst. I want you to accept the fact that instead of rims, clothes, and cars we need to invest in our mind/thoughts. That may be easier said than done but the mind is the only thing of value. You won't be able to take any of your material possessions when you die. So I ask you, are your possessions really that important? Most of the things we stress over and think are essential won't even matter a year from now. There are many things happening in the universe right now although most of us are only aware of what is happening in front of our eyes. I know it seems like the end of the world but you will get past your current situation just like you've gotten past everything else. We, as a country, have experienced a recession before. Yes, it sucked but the world didn't end. If you're like me you've had a few jobs over the years. I don't consider it a tragedy if I lose one. If/when push comes to shove I'll just get another one. In my experience, its plenty of jobs available (if you're not picky). How vain to believe that certain jobs (janitor,waitress, fast food rep, etc.) are beneath us. We would rather sit at home broke instead of working for minimum wage. I guess in a way it makes sense (in Bizarro World).
In times like these, you must focus. There are alot of things that will *etiolate your energy and motivation. Yes, you're in debt. Yes, gas prices are high. But it is possible to think your way out of a crisis. Everything you will ever need in life you already have. The materials you obtain is extra and of no consequence considering the big picture.

"The significant problems we face cannot be solved at the same level of thinking we were at when we created them." - Albert Einstein

Dream Big. Live Bigger.

The All-American
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etiolate /EE-tee-uh-layt/ verb - to deprive of natural vigor: to make feeble