Tag: Infinite Mindset

Mindset Is Everything

Achieving Goals, Happiness, Leadership, Success, The Pathway To Fulfilment

If we think of a shield we think of it being used for protection, but a shield is designed to be used in battle. In essence it is an instrument of war. In life we often use words and actions as a shield. We might tell a joke or become defensive in order to protect ourselves in some way. The assumption when doing such a thing is that we are in conflict with the world.

I would argue that being in conflict is a state of mind that comes out of the thoughts that we have. It is all tied up in our identity, our past experiences, how we grew up, the relationships we have and have had, etc, but in the present moment it is controlled by our thoughts. If we change our thoughts we change how we interact with the world. If we stop feeling like we are in conflict with the world we will stop needing our defences and we can live more in harmony with others.

To live in peace you must first have a peaceful mind. This can be difficult to achieve but it can be done by doing the work, through meditation, counselling, self analysis and spiritual exploration. In the end we are responsible for how we are in the world and how we treat others and ourselves.

Means To An End

Happiness, Success, The Pathway To Fulfilment

It is often said that a particular action or actions are a means to an end, usually meaning that the means are unpleasant or undesirable but they will lead to the end result that is wanted.

The problem with this well warn approach is that it is seen by many as an excuse for poor behaviour. There is also the assumption that the means by which we reach the end don’t really matter.

I would argue that the means are more important. We all need something to aim towards, otherwise we can go around in circles and not get anywhere. However, how we act will dictate all of our relationships. If we take take take from those around us, because it is a means to an end, then the relationships we have will break down and trust drops off.

What I am advocating for is what you might call morally right behaviour. It could also be called ‘being a nice person.’ Rather than seeing people as commodities to exploit, see them as human beings.

I am also advocating for you to do work that matters, work that lift others up and makes positive change in the world. It requires an infinite mindset not a finite one. It requires means with excellence.