The Greatness Within

THE ORIGIN Chaos in the world, as we know it, is built on the lie that everything that we need to be successful is outside of us. We are told that if we do not have particular brands of products, exquisite services or certain types of relationships, we are bound to have an unsuccessful life. For those people that believe in such a lie, they have an emptiness inside of them because their peace is dependent upon acquiring the things that they have been told will bring them closer to success. This mentality serves as the backbone of greed, oppression and violence when left untreated. We live in such a world that technology has flourished, while our humanity has diminished. We are much more connected, but have much fewer relationships. We give praise to potential alone instead of accomplished deeds. We look toward everyone else for the answers and never consider trusting ourselves. We are shackled by the illusions that we enjoy the most and freely give our power away. This is not the way our lives were meant to be lived. The only way for us to fill this void is to restore peace in our lives. Peace is commonly defined as pure tranquility and freedom from disturbance. Peace exists when we learn and apply principles that bring harmony and balance to our lives. The most interesting quality about peace is that no matter the circumstances, we still have the power to live a life of serenity. The ultimate question is “How do we manage living our best lives with inner peace?” The answer – by examining and developing the greatness within us. THE JOURNEY THE GREATNESS WITHIN teaches applicable life lessons and techniques that encourage PEACE – the highest achievement of truth attainable in life. The better we manage these techniques, the more consistent experiences of PEACE will be expressed in our lives. We are embarking on a journey that will reveal the truth of who we are. This is not a moment of chance or coincidence. In life, we all struggle with some type of challenge. Addictions, offensive treatment of others and trouble coping with turmoil only scratch the surface of what we may endure. But there is always hope. Even in the loneliest of hours and darkest of circumstances, we are capable of having peace in our lives by developing our personal philosophy to strengthen our innermost being. We may not be perfect, but we can always be better. In the spirit of personal advancement, guidance is given regarding some of life’s most commonly asked questions, such as: “What career path should I pursue?”, “What is my purpose?” and “What actions do I take to live the best life possible?” This volume will also provide various practices for better living, such as how to: • Accept the shortcomings of our past • Respectfully resolve conflict • Improve self-esteem and confidence • Cope with disappointment • Become wealthy in every aspect of life • Foster productive relationships As participants in humanity, it is our responsibility to honor our past, be productive in our present and bring about a more peaceful world for the future – our children. To achieve these goals, we must focus on the inner peace of the individual. World Peace begins in you. The primary task is to understand and cultivate your philosophy for a peaceful and productive existence. Your development centers on the mastery of three areas: Your True Self, Your Connections and Your Power. The application of the teachings in this volume is key to empowered living. YOUR TRUE SELF The first stage of pursuing peace is all about you. This begins with considering how your past has affected you and then denotes some of the life principles that a successful foundation is built upon. Before you can have an understanding of everything around you, you must know yourself in the purest form. The module ends with valuable information on how to maintain yourself and your valuable resources. Together, these ideas are designed to strengthen your self-confidence. JANUARY ACCEPTING THE PAST From grand events to the smallest details, our history has shaped who we are today. The majority of the personal issues that we may face will stem from a past disappointment or trauma. We must view our history through the eyes of motivation so that it fuels our desires instead of dismantling them. It is critical to accept the past because if we do not, we will be forever shackled by it. JANUARY 1 YOUTH The time in life between childhood & adulthood Major moments of our youth shape who we are today. Unfortunately, a vault of negativity can open as a result. Look at the past for what it is - a time that was and is now gone. Nothing will ever change the past. Use your past only as current motivation. To relive the pain and agony of the past only holds us back from seeing the wonderful things that life has in store for us. Press through the pain, no matter what the source. Those situations become the moments that we can forever cherish because they will ignite the determination within us to improve our circumstances. This is how you overcome your past. To embrace your past is the first step on the path to a better tomorrow.