In a world that often seems more interested in business and production, we might ask the question, “Are people important”. Have we lost our human connection? If so how can we get it back? We could begin by just thinking about ways to relax and settle the racing thoughts in our mind. With stress being the chief problem in the world, a simple solution could be to learn ways to develop our creative imagination. gardenWATER is a meditation instillation designed to create an opportunity for us to focus on the sight, sound and experience of water. Water is our true essence and foundation for our being. With about 70% of our bodies make up being H2O, we have a natural affinity for it’s healing qualities. Sitting beside a stream, on the beach or beside a river creates an opportunity for healing from our daily stress. With busy lives, it’s often not possible to go to these locations, so we have created a virtual experience for the healing qualities which we titled gardenWATER.
Joseph Osborne & Bill Schoenleber Enterprise Brand Consulting
JOY is a very subjective concept that can morph and seem ever changing, however we simple have to be honest and ask ourselves the question are we happy at this moment and what is the source of our JOY. When we define it in such simple terms, we may be able to discern how to create or allow ourselves to experience more of our personal avenue to JOY. Can we simply pay attention to our senses of hearing, smell and sight? We may simply like hearing the sound on running water, smell the fragrance of a orange blossom or enjoy the sight of a sunrise in a favorite location. As we pay attention to our natural appreciations we begin to realize that most often our JOY is going un-noticed. As we begin to notice the gift of JOY, we can allow our senses to access our JOY center at any moment and have a deeper experience of gratitude and appreciation for the most simple of life experience as a precious rich moment of JOY opportunity. Joseph Osborne
As I look out of the window of my home I have the opportunity to be reminded of the characteristics of my Grandparents that I admired the most, and that was their attitude of Grace. An almond tree is exploding in spring blossoms to announce the coming of the Spring Season. This tree was planted by my Grandmother from a seed. When I was a child I thought that a seed could never grow into a full grown tree and produce fruit for generations to come, however I was wrong. The question is how do we plant the spirit of grace in our soul to feed generations to come? My Grandmother was not a person who liked to spend a lot of time in the home, however she loved working in the garden, preparing the soil and watching things grow. My Grandfather loved visiting family and helping repair things, provide support and do whatever he could to lend a helping hand. How can we live a life of Grace in a world that at times seems unkind? We could begin by asking ourselves what is free inspiration and how can we discern the intent God has for our life. We can take it step further and ask how can we be the face of gods Grace in everything we think, do and say.
1. When you can bring your passion into what you do your concept of work alters. When you are working at something that you love the last thing you want to do is stop.
2. Although we live in a material world and everyone can appreciate beauty and quality the things that are really important are out relationships with other people. What can we do that will benefit those we come in contact with?
3. Time is passing for all of us don’t wait to do what you are inspired to do. Tomorrow isn’t guaranteed don’t let fear or others opinions keep you from expressing your voice.
4. Don’t be afraid of making a change. When you feel that a situation isn’t right for you rather than letting it rob you of your joy take it as a hint that making a change can open new opportunities for you.
5. Be true to who you are. Believe in yourself and what you have to offer.
“Let us work toward a time when everything gives us joy”
Maya Angelou
STOP JOB Frustration NOW
Ask Empowering Question
Imagine Unlimited Possibilities
Realize We Always Have A Choice
How Can We Make A Contribution
How can we contribute to many businesses and people in business?
How can we not have expectations?
How can we learn to listen to our inner voice?
How is your business choosing to show-up?
How is our business a separate entity with a energy of it’s own?
How can we have faith and not get caught up in how we think our business should look, be and feel?
Own how we hold our business back from what it wants to be?
How can we let go of the process of “Making things happen” and just “Allow what is meant to be.”
What would it feel like to stop trying to control your business?
What would it feel like to be in a new business?
What would it feel like to start a business that gives us joy?
Empowerment is it something that someone can bestow upon us or do we need to reach out for our dreams and believe that there is a reason for us having them. What would it be like to find a way to combine something that brings out our passion and rewards us at the same time. So often I run into people that are eager to complain about their negative experiences and circumstances but can’t empower themselves to take the next step and find a solution. I heard a great story that addresses the point. There are two guys sitting on a front porch shooting the breeze. The guest keeps noticing that the hosts dogs is whining and seeming to be in pain. Finally not able to stand it anymore he asks his friend what’s wrong with your dog. His friend calmly replies that the dog is sitting on a nail. Why doesn’t he move asks the guest? Because it doesn’t hurt bad enough yet replies the dogs owner. How much will it take for each of us to get up off of our nails and seek out the opportunity to change our circumstances. In negative situations there is always the opportunity to create something that can truly inspire us to the point that it doesn’t even seem like we are working. What fires your passion? What will it take for you to pursue it? The world is waiting for you to fulfill your purpose. Bill Schoenleber
How are we locking ourselves out of opportunity as an age group? Were we educated for the needs of a different time? How can we re-invent ourselves in a digital internet web 2.0 world?
With many baby boomers reaching retirement age at record numbers. We share concerns about health care, adequate retirement income, the cost of living increases, and not totally getting the obsession with the internet. Some of us are asking the question, “Why do we have to continue to learn something new?”
We might want to contemplate:.
Taking a look at history time lines.
The War of 1812 – Beginning of the Age Of Industry
1. Baby Boomers were educated for the needs of the Age Of Industry
2. The Education System has built-in obsolescence Fall Of The Berlin Wall 1989 – Beginning of the Age of Information
1. Education System need to be overhauled for the needs of the times.
2. With fast paced change we need to embrace life long learning
3. Proficient in Web 2.0 Learning tools.
A. google search
B. blogs / vlogs
C. video tutorials
To re-invent ourselves in a digital world we first must start with the mindset of desire to adapt to life long learning. To clarify further, we have to want to learn new learning relevant to the digital age and ever changing world of the internet Web 2.0 systems. Web 2.0 is all about interactive internet systems of communication that allow two way communication. In the past communication seemed restricted and outward bound. However is today’s world information moves at lightning speed both going out and coming in. Understanding this key fact of our current world holds the key for Baby Boomers to open the doors of unlimited opportunities open to all. Joseph Osborne
We have been defined at every turn and in our desire to fit in we have unconsciously accepted the roles that we have been assigned. Male 60-year-old disillusioned, angry and technologically out of touch. 21-year-old female looking for love, validation and understanding! Is this all there is? What about the idea that each of us is unique individual with our own special passion and gifts? If we act on our individuality will anyone still like us? We have traded in our individuality for the idea that acceptance that comes with conformity? It’s no wonder there are so many people on Xanax or anti depressants.
Well it turns out that the anonymity of the internet is allowing us freedom to escape our pigeon holes and figure out what we actually enjoy doing. Johanna Blakely has been researching the entertainment media and has taken note of a shift as more and more of us are engaged in social media. You might be wondering how Facebook killed the chick flick at this point. As we defy the demographic stereo types entertainment is sure to try to follow. I guess we’ll all have to stay tuned to see if the chick flick is really dead or just in a coma. As someone who is inspired by social progress I looking forward to changes that the rise of the individual will create.
At the center of corePLATINUM is our passion for art, music & style. In short creativity and how it enhances the quality of our lives from the enjoyment of seeing the results from other people’s creative expression to the passion for being creative ourselves. We have watched in frustration as the importance of the arts in education has been relegated to third tier status or less as a result of the budget wars. While the three Rs and athletics have dominated the curriculum and funding. We have been trying in vain to find ways to improve that educational system for a long time and very little has really changed as a result. Sir Ken Robinson makes several important points in this video regarding the history of the educational system and how it needs to changes to meet not only the needs of individual students but the very real challenges of the times we live in. Creativity is not just a means of entertaining us. Nurturing and encouraging it is a necessity as we face the ever-increasing pace of change in the world and the inevitable need for creative solutions to deal with the all of the challenges we are facing and will face as speed into a future that’s impossible to even imagine.
Don Lemon on the Gayle King Show Discussing the difference between privacy and secrets
Privacy and Secrets:
As a public figure, one who is in the media, should there be any privacy? What is the difference between privacy and secrets?
In America, the land of the free, everyone has the right to privacy. The problem comes if you are hiding something (a secret) and that gives others a power over you that influences your decision-making you don‘t have your freedom. Don Lemons distinction that secrets are something that can be held against you is important to understand. A loss of a persons free choice as a result of a desire to keep a secret can have far-ranging consequences. This is especially significant when the person is in a position of influence. Historically Gays were considered a security risk because it was thought that they could be back mailed with the disclosure of their sexuality. As sexual orientation has become less and less of an issue for most of us the need for privacy about it has diminished.
Rumors have circulated for sometime in regards to the sexuality of various celebrities. Each has had to deal with it in their own way. Cultural differences in regards to acceptance of sexuality have played roles. As a Latino/pop idol, Ricky Martin tried to deny his sexuality in order to protect his career. His denial caused him to give up a degree of his freedom and opportunities for happiness. He has more recently reclaimed his freedom by his public acknowledgement of his sexuality. It doesn’t mean that he is free of discrimination, as can be seen in a recent attempt to keep him from performing in Honduras.
Another highly visible person, in a position of influence, about which rumors have circulated is Anderson Cooper. His stance is different in that he has not denied anything but rather gone towards the perspective of privacy. As a journalist he says that he is trying to maintain his impersonality in the stories that he covers. He also has a history of growing up in an environment that was very public creating a desire to have a private aspect to his personal life. While he may or may not be gay only he can know what the choice to maintain his privacy is costing him.
We have choices in regards to what to keep private and what we want others to know about us. The balance is in what freedom we may have to give up as a result.
