Tip#556: There Will Be A Happy Ending – Definitely, Maybe

Will: "I'm happy."
Maya: "Trust me, dad. You're not happy."

As I wrote in the previous post tip#555 I started to read The Abundance Book and now following its 40 Day Prosperity Plan. It's to help transform and clear my subconscious beliefs on lack. I believe the daily exercises have shaken loose my darkest fears about lack with unexpected feelings of hopelessness and despair.

At the time I didn't know what was happening but thankfully I was led to seeing a movie that brought me comfort and insights. I was also feeling upset that my life wasn’t where I thought it would be right now and this film's hero mirrored my feelings. Once again a movie lifted me up from despair.

Definitely, Maybe (2008)

The romantic comedy Definitely, Maybe is about a political consultant Will (Ryan Reynolds) in the midst of a divorce telling the story of how he met his wife to his 11 year old daughter Maya (Abigail Breslin). He says it is complicated but Maya insists on hearing it and what unfolds are 3 relationships Will had over 14 years. See: movie trailer

Will reveals that his life and relationships had so many highs and lows that Maya makes him see that he is not happy now even though he says he is. Through her eyes she helps Will recognize where his heart truly lies with the 3 women in his story. His journey helped inspire me in that, despite my long journey continuing, EVERYTHING will work out magically and beautifully.

Life can get complicated and it can sometimes make you feel despair and hopeless. Just remember that you are not alone in your thoughts or feelings. Others have been through the same pain you are in and have overcome them. Some have written stories and movies about it! Find these stories and films and they will lift your spirits and fill you with hope. Their happy endings can be your happy endings too!

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Tip#555: Learn to See with New Eyes - Brave

For the first time in over a decade I have a new prescription for my eyes and am excited to have a new pair of eyeglasses. Now my vision is sharper for far distances AND I can read up close with the bifocals. Immediately after picking up my eyeglasses I went to see my friend and business coach (Patrick Bizindavyi) and meet his new baby girl. She was so beautiful! And I was seeing her with new eyes!

This was the week I also discovered an inspiring and empowering book called The Abundance Book by John Randolph Price. It is actually a very tiny book filled with big insights on allowing money and other needs and desires to flow to you. It is already helping me find the courage to look deeper into myself and face my inner blocks. So with new eyeglasses and new attitude I am looking at my surroundings AND my inner self with sharper focus!

Brave (2012)

The animated Pixar movie, Brave is about young princess Merida (Kelly Macdonald) who refuses tradition in marrying one of three sons of the neighboring clan lords. Merida gets into a heated fight with her mother, Queen Elinor (Emma Thompson) and flees into the forest. From there, the story takes a unique, tonal turn and I highly recommend you see before knowing any more!

Just know that you will be dazzled by the colourful and rich visuals of the Scottish scenery. The film's characters are also funny and provide some heartfelt moments. And you will be inspired by Merida's bravery when she faces a very frightening foe AND how she learns to see with new eyes and find the solutions to her biggest challenge.

Remember not to focus on the negatives in the life challenges you see in front of you. Instead see your obstacles with new eyes in that you are learning something about improving yourself. You are recognizing that the solutions are already inside you. It takes courage to look within into whatever thoughts are blocking your path. Be brave and the solutions you've been praying for will reveal themselves!

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Tip#554: Believe in Synchronicity, Pt.2 – Jeff, Who Lives at Home – Touch TV Series

"Everyone and everything is interconnected in this universe. Stay pure of heart and you will see the signs. Follow the signs, and you will uncover your destiny."
Jeff, Who Lives at Home (2011)

As mentioned in previous blog post tip#553 I started doing Friday night movie screenings and discussions at the Alternative Thinking Bookstore here in Toronto. I call them "Synchronicity Movie Nights". Synchronicity is one of the ongoing themes and it's an opportunity for attendees to share meaningful coincidences, encounters or events that have happened to them.

One attendee recommended the film Jeff, Who Lives at Home as a great movie about synchronicity. And it was very timely when I felt compelled to watch it. Three days ago it was Father's Day and I was celebrating my Dad's memory by dunking my buttered toast into coffee like he used to. I had a great day and that evening I watched the film and there were touching messages of remembering one’s Father. So this movie about synchronicity added a heartfelt synchronicity to my life thanks to a thoughtful woman at an event discussing synchronicity!

Jeff, Who Lives at Home 2011

The comedy film Jeff, Who Lives at Home is about Jeff (Jason Segel) a 30 year-old still living at home who is inspired by the film Signs to follow synchronicities that lead to his destiny. The name "Kevin" comes into his life and Jeff believes seemingly random occurrences, such as a series of coincidences, are signs pointing to something important. Jeff stands firm on his beliefs despite nonbelievers like his brother Pat (Ed Helms) and he follows the amazing synchronicities that unfold.

Touch (2012)

There is an incredible TV series starring Kiefer Sutherland called Touch that explores synchronicity on a global and personal level. Sutherland plays Martin Bohm who has a mute, emotionally challenged son named Jake (David Mazooz) that only communicates through numbers. Each episode shows a chain reaction of random occurrences that effect specific people around the world AND ties into a puzzle Martin must solve for his son. And through his thoughts, Jake offers soulful, inspiring words of wisdom in every episode. See trailer: Touch

I believe synchronicities are the result of the universe providing us with signs or GIFTS to answers we ask or pray for. I experience synchronicities every day and I find them exciting, exhilarating and magical! Be open to your own amazing chance encounters and events that come out of the blue and yet are extremely meaningful to you! Believe in synchronicity and your life will feel like a magical journey!

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Tip#554: Believe in Synchronicity, Pt.2 – Jeff, Who Lives at Home – Touch TV Series
Tip#639: Believe in Synchronicity, Pt. 3 – Grand Canyon
Tip#800: Believe In Synchronicity, Pt.4 - Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

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Tip#553: Just Have Fun, Part 1 - Rock of Ages

I recently had an unusual week of stress where I wasn't able to focus and felt exhausted. So I wasn't sure if I could do a good job hosting my Friday night movie screening of Groundhog Day at the Alternative Thinking Bookstore here in Toronto. And yet when I got in front of the audience my playful side kicked in and I was having fun being silly! I opened by talking about superhero underwear and stinking feet that smell like Fritos chips or "cheese-toes". A girl laughed in front row and said her stinky feet smell more like salt and vinegar chips!

There was lots of laughter throughout the screening and in the discussion afterwards. I felt exhilarated and almost in awe that my mental state could transform so quickly from being unfocused and tired to an energized enthusiasm and a sharp mind. The key was I automatically turned off my head and let my heart take over. I just had fun!

Rock of Ages (2012)

The musical movie Rock of Ages is based on the Broadway musical about a small town girl named Sherrie (Julianne Hough) who travels to Los Angeles with the dream of becoming a famous singer. The fun ensemble cast includes Tom Cruise, Russell Brand, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Paul Giamatti, Malin Akerman, Alec Baldwin and newcomer Diego Boneta. They all do their own singing of 80's rock classics and people in the audience I was in were singing along too.

All the actors looked like they are having so much fun playing their outlandish characters. Tom Cruise plays Stacee Jaxx and looked so authentically immersed into the role of a tattoo covered rockstar. I loved his duet with a Rolling Stone Magazine reporter (Ackerman) which was a hilarious, sexy scene to the tune of "I Want to Know What Love is" by Foreigner. Everyone in the audience laughed out loud and so did I! We were all just having a good time with music we loved and a movie that was over the top, silly and cheesy. But it was good cheese!

Sometimes when life gets stressful you've got to treat yourself to some fun. Turn off your brain and let your heart lead the way. Let your inner kid out to play! Take a break and listen to music you loved growing up with. Go see a comedy film that will make you laugh. Whatever you do don't think too much about it! Just have fun!

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Tip#553: Just Have Fun, Part 1 - Rock of Ages 
Tip#591: Just Have Fun, Part 2 – Iron Sky 
Tip#666: Just Have Fun, Part 3 - This is the End 
Tip#736: Just Have Fun, Part 4 – Ellen DeGeneres at the Oscars - Frozen
Tip#737: Just Have Fun, Part 5 – Lupita Nyong’o’s Brother Peter – Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
Tip#854: Just Have Fun, Part 6 – Mad Max: Fury Road
Tip#1045: Just Have Fun, Part 7 - The Fate of the Furious - The Great Wall 
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Tip#552: See Life Changes As An Adventure – Moonrise Kingdom

Last week on Tuesday June 5th, the planet Venus was visible passing across the face of the sun. I'd like to think this event (with the full moon the night before) is what caused me to have a massive headache because I never get headaches! I was already stressing over new life changes over the horizon and I remembered what I had to do. I had to see my life changes as an adventure.

Moonrise Kingdom (2012)

The comedy drama Moonrise Kingdom takes place in 1965 where two 12 year old lovers runaway from their New England island town to be together. Sam (Jared Gilman) and Suzy (Kara Hayward) are both isolated kids who go on an adventure in the wilderness. This quirky, funny film has an all-star cast including Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton, Harvey Keitel and Bob Balaban.

This movie transported me to simple, innocent times and to happy memories of my own childhood. I felt free. And I enjoyed being a part of the adventure. It was also synchronistic that I chose to see this film the same day as my headache and Venus Transit because it had the remedies I needed:

• Entertainment and escape from a stressful day
• Gorgeous, lush wilderness scenes filled me with positive emotional energy
• Received insights to see my life changes as an adventure

If life is stressing you out remember how freeing and energizing it is to step back and have a change of scenery. Stepping outside your situation allows you to see positive perspectives of your obstacles. You will feel lighter. All you have to do is see your situation as an adventure and it WILL BE an adventure!

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Tip#551: Activate Your Imagination Through Movies, Part 1 - Prometheus

I LOVE SCI FI MOVIES! When I see science fiction movies I can be filled with awe from the creativity of the story or the stunning visuals of massive spaceships and exotic alien species. I recently saw Ridley Scott's Prometheus and it embodied these aspects and much more. These factors activated my imagination and filled me with positive emotional energy for many days after!

1) Entertainment & Escape:
I was taken to another world for 2 hours! I felt I was really in the future and absolutely loved the look of the ship Prometheus and the futuristic, cool tech the crew was using. And the special effects throughout the film was breath-taking.

2) Following a Dream & Passion:
The main character Shaw is inspiring in being passionate about her dream. Her optimism and enthusiasm helps her follow it for years, into deep space and into some scary places.

3) Strong Female Characters:
Shaw faces multiple challenges throughout the film and yet demonstrates incredible strength and resilience to do whatever she needs to do to accomplish a goal.

4) Theories of Human Origins:
There are thought-provoking questions. Shaw questions the meaning of life and our origins. The film's story is partially inspired by Chariots of the Gods author Erich von Daniken's writings suggesting life on Earth was created by aliens.

5) Learning from the Movies:
The ship's android David (Michael Fassbender is amazing!) learns to be a better person through movies. You see David watch the film Laurence of Arabia and then emulate the movie hero's appearance and speech patterns. Of course I loved seeing this scene!

Prometheus (2012)

The science fiction film Prometheus is a story that takes place in the same universe as the classic Alien film of 1979 from the same visionary director Ridley Scott. In 2089, two archaeologists Elizabeth Shaw (Noomi Rapace) and Charlie Holloway (Logan Marshall-Green) discover signs on Earth they believe lead to extraterrestrials who created the human species. Using an ancient star map they travel on board the scientific vessel Prometheus to a planet hoping to find these "Engineers".

All I can say now is if you are expecting the film Alien is to let go of that idea or this being a prequel. There are many connections between the two movies but Prometheus is meant to be an action adventure story all its own. Just let this film take you to another world and enjoy the roller coaster ride!

Films are a powerful medium. Allow movies to inspire awe and ignite excitement into your life. Let them fill you with positive emotional energy and thought-provoking ideas. Movies are much more than entertainment and escape, they can activate your imagination!

"Big things have small beginnings."
Prometheus (2012)

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Tip#179: Important Messages From The Kid - Disney's The Kid
Tip#332: Your Thoughts Have So Much Power – Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Tip#445: Everything is Going To Be Okay - Source Code 
Tip#499: Choose A Future - Mr. Nobody
Tip#506: Time Travel & Alternate Reality Movies – 4 Hidden Gems
Tip#549: Yes, You Can Alter Your Reality - Men in Black 3
Tip#587: If You Could Talk To Your Younger Self What Would You Say? – Looper
 Tip#590: Expand Your Mind with Time Travel Movies, Pt.1 - The Time Traveler’s Wife
Tip#759: Expand Your Mind with Time Travel Movies, Pt 2 - X-Men: Days of Future Past
Tip#682: What if You Could Go Back in Time? - Back to the Future Trilogy

Tip#748: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 1 - After the Dark 
Tip#772: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 2 – The Congress - Under the Skin
Tip#778: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 3 – I Origins
Tip#789: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 4 – Coherence
Tip#790: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 5 - Frequencies
Tip#803: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 6 – Interstellar

Tip#551: Activate Your Imagination Through Movies, Part 1 - Prometheus
Tip#777: Activate Your Imagination Through Movies, Part 2 - Lucy 
Tip#1053: Activate Your Imagination Through Movies, Part 3 - Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

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Tip#550: Embody the Strengths of Others - The Intouchables

I always strive to be a better person and one area is to be more calm assertive in all my communications with people. That's why I am inspired by movie heroes like Daniel Craig's James Bond or TV show characters like Captain Jean-Luc Picard from Star Trek: The Next Generation. Both of them have strong, confident qualities I want to embody.

With this goal in mind I believe I've manifested people in my life that already embody a calm assertive quality which I am learning to bring out in myself. It certainly takes practice but when the other person knows I am learning from them then they can help in the transformation. And in return they often learn to improve something about themselves from my strengths!

The Intouchables (2011)

The comedy drama The Intouchables (French that translates as Untouchable) is a French film about the unexpected friendship between Philippe (François Cluzet), a wealthy tetraplegic, and Driss (Omar Sy), a young homeless man, hired as his personal caregiver. Philippe could have hired a much more experienced caregiver but he saw something he needed most from Driss.

Driss has street smarts and says things the way they are with no social filters. His authentic, assertive self is what boosts Philippe’s positive emotional energy and zest for life again. Driss even helps him in his romantic life! In return Philippe helps educate Driss on appreciating fine arts, classical music and what it’s like to live in luxury.

This feel-good film is currently a box office hit and cultural phenomenon in France and I hope it’s because of its overflowing motivational value. People can be inspired to learning to be a better person from others whether they are physically challenged or a homeless person.

Be open to who your teachers in life come from. If you resonate with certain movie heroes or TV show characters ask yourself if they represent strengths you wish to embody. Believe you already have the inner strengths you need and there will be someone to come into your life and help you be your best!

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Tip#549: Yes, You Can Alter Your Reality - Men in Black 3

"A miracle is something that seems impossible but happens anyways,"
Men in Black 3 (2012)

This is a bonus blog post today in addition to my last post on Snow White and the Huntsman since I did back to back screenings with Men in Black 3. This movie also gave me profound insights about the dark and light realities I was experiencing last week (tip#548).

I believe we are able to create our realities with our thoughts. If we choose light or dark thoughts then either will manifest. My 3 experiences I wrote about in previous tip#548 was just more proof for me to increase my confidence that we can ALL alter current situations. And it was pure synchronicity that I followed my gut to watch Men in Black 3 because it was about altering reality. The film also had an alien character named Griffin with so much wisdom I truly felt he was speaking directly to me and giving me powerful insights!

Men in Black (2012)

The science fiction comedy Men in Black 3 continues the adventures of Agent J (Will Smith) and Agent K (Tommy Lee Jones) who are secret agents monitoring extraterrestrial life on planet Earth. In this film K gets erased from history and it is up to J to go back in time to 1969 and stop the intergalactic criminal Boris the Animal from altering reality. Actor Josh Brolin is stunning as a younger Tommy Lee Jones!

Along the way J meets the alien Griffin (Michael Stuhlbarg) who is able to see all possible futures. His dialogue maybe confusing to people and yet I loved it because it was all about quantum realities and the belief that multiple paths are possible. He felt like a real-life sage magically appearing in the film to share his wisdom to anyone watching. I felt he spoke directly into my heart, encouraging me to enjoy a bright, positive future as long as I stay focused now on positive thoughts!

If your current reality appears fearful, negative or hopeless please remember it doesn't have to be so. YOU can alter your current reality and manifest a positive one. Believe that miracles can happen and it will happen. Believe you deserve better and you will! Think positive thoughts now and FEEL how good that FEELS!

Related Tips:
Tip#179: Important Messages From The Kid - Disney's The Kid
Tip#332: Your Thoughts Have So Much Power – Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Tip#445: Everything is Going To Be Okay - Source Code 
Tip#499: Choose A Future - Mr. Nobody
Tip#506: Time Travel & Alternate Reality Movies – 4 Hidden Gems
Tip#549: Yes, You Can Alter Your Reality - Men in Black 3
Tip#587: If You Could Talk To Your Younger Self What Would You Say? – Looper
Tip#590: Expand Your Mind with Time Travel Movies, Pt.1 - The Time Traveler’s Wife
Tip#759: Expand Your Mind with Time Travel Movies, Pt 2 - X-Men: Days of Future Past
Tip#682: What if You Could Go Back in Time? - Back to the Future Trilogy
Tip#551: Activate Your Imagination Through Movies, Part 1 – Prometheus
Tip#777: Activate Your Imagination Through Movies, Part 2 - Lucy
Tip#748: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 1 - After the Dark 
Tip#772: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 2 – The Congress - Under the Skin
Tip#778: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 3 – I Origins
Tip#789: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 4 – Coherence
Tip#790: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 5 - Frequencies
Tip#803: Expand Your Mind with Science Fiction, Part 6 – Interstellar

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Tip#548: Choose the Light Instead of the Dark - Snow White and the Huntsman

This past week I experienced some unusually dark mental states where I felt disoriented, unbalanced and unfocused. I found myself worrying over the tiniest things and imagining the worst outcomes. And I was so sure these dark scenarios would manifest, that it was surely meant to be! Thankfully I caught myself in three specific situations and I just focused on the positives, did breathing exercises, meditations and even hot showers to break the negative states of mind.

One by one each situation unfolded with no dire results and only shining outcomes. It was as if I was being tested with the "dark side of the force" like Luke Skywalker in The Empire Strikes Back. Synchronistically at the end of the week I did a screening and discussion of Peaceful Warrior where the main character Dan faced his shadow self/ego self. In both of these cinematic characters they both triumphed over their dark sides as I felt I did too.

Snow White and the Huntsman (2012)

The action, fantasy movie Snow White and the Huntsman is a darker, re-imagining of the classic fairytale. Snow White (Kristen Stewart) is kept prisoner for many years by an evil sorceress Ravenna (Charlize Theron) and later escapes with the help of a huntsman named Eric (Chris Hemsworth). You will see many elements from the classic story and yet updated with visually stunning and breathtaking effects.

The darkness of Ravenna is chillingly disturbing and all of her scenes became a mirror for the dark scenarios I had been imagining. And when Snow White discovers the enchanted forest filled with magical plant life, whimsical animals and fairies I felt that it mirrored the light of my positive thoughts I chose to focus on. And so, like many other movie heroes in many other films, when I chose the light over darkness everything worked out beautifully.

Our minds can play tricks on us making us create negative realities and making us fear something that hasn’t even happened yet. The goal is to train your mind so you can break out of debilitating mindsets and focus on the bright, shining outcomes you desire. Remember to breathe and quiet your mind. Listen to your heart. Your positive voice is already inside you whispering words of wisdom and brilliant encouragement!

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Tip#547: Success at Any Age - The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Since I recently launched my free ebook sampler of my upcoming book "Movies for Motivation" I feel I have finally stepped into a new world I once feared (see tip#547). It took years to get to this point even though I started writing the book 5 years ago in 2007 (see tip#40). I know it's because I was able to face inner blocks revolving around change and the unknown.

What helped me face my fears were the magical synchronicities of all the supportive people I met during the last 5 years. They each encouraged me to follow my dream of getting a book published. Some I met on Facebook, LinkedIn and this movie blog while others were insightful strangers I met briefly on the street. Some were friends and family who have been with me on my journey through thick and thin. Whoever they were I was reminded that at any age you can still follow your passion and dreams because good people will want to help you succeed!

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012)

The comedy drama The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is about 7 British retirees who travel to India and stay at a hotel that is less luxurious than advertised. It becomes a beautiful metaphor for how they each transform their mindsets about fears of their golden years and how to move into a new phase of their life journeys. See: movie trailer

Recently widowed housewife Evelyn (Judi Dench) travels to India and ends up realizing her self-worth when she gets a job as a cultural advisor at a call centre. Graham (Tom Wilkinson), a high court judge follows his dream to find a long lost love from his youth. This emotionally powerful film inspired me with how each character learns to adapt to a new culture and to the unexpected changes in their lives. They each find the courage and excitement to move forward with optimism. And they each did it with the help of one another.

Age is just a state of mind and so is fear. Once you realize this concept then you can transform your debilitating habits of thinking and begin manifesting your dreams and goals. And if your journey of change is taking a long time remember that good people will be there to help you move forward. These good people will want to help you succeed!

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Tip#546: Be Open to Messages from Above – Bruce Almighty

I'm happy to say I have completed my first ebook called "15 Movies to Help You Overcome Difficult Times"! It is a sampler of 55 film write-ups from my upcoming book "Passion & Perseverance". Get the ebook sampler for free at my new, exciting website. Scroll to bottom of this link: www.motivatorman.com

Like my artwork, music and other writings, the content of my first ebook feels like I channeled it from a higher source. It often feels like God is guiding me in ways I can help others. I am not a religious person and yet I do believe in a higher power. I pray and say thank you every day to God and feel that we are partners in co-creating a better world. And we are doing this through the magic of movies!

Bruce Almighty 2003

The fantasy comedy Bruce Almighty is about Bruce Nolan (Jim Carrey) a TV reporter unhappy with the bad luck of his career and complains to God that he isn’t doing his job properly. God (Morgan Freeman) responds by giving Bruce his job and all his powers. Bruce begins to have fun manifesting anything he desires such as getting the anchorman job he wanted, pulling the moon closer to the Earth for a romantic evening with his wife and hilariously getting back at people who had wronged him!

Bruce's self-centered antics have dire consequences and God helps him realize he needs to focus on helping others with the powers given to him. When he does so he transforms his attitude towards God and his approach to life. This was a key life lesson I began to learn a few years ago and I've worked hard to transform my thinking and focus on how I can help others with my talents. The results are my new website and the free ebook gift co-created with the big G from above!

If you find yourself in a dire situation or feel deeply frustrated and lost in life be open to messages from above OR a higher source. Sometimes it is an inner voice that will guide you to solutions. Sometimes it is a gut feeling that leads you to answers you seek. Sometimes it is magical synchronicities of meeting a stranger saying exactly what you need to hear. It's been said that coincidences are gifts from God who wants to remain anonymous. Be open to these gifts today!

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Tip#545: Make Time for Face-To-Face Friendships – American Pie Reunion

I'm happy to say I successfully stayed off technology and any social media while away on my 4 day camping trip! That's why I felt like a superhero when one of my camping buddies was surprised to receive my last blog post while we were out in the woods! As mentioned in the previous post tip#544, I had set it to auto post for Sunday morning. My friend subscribes to this blog so he got the post instantly via email even though I wasn't on any tech and with him the whole time!

I knew my camping weekend would be rejuvenating and it truly was. And what made it special was getting together with friends I only see once or twice a year. We shared stories, our dreams and goals, rude jokes and what it's like still being single or being in a couple. We did this under clear blue skies next to a shimmering lake surrounded by lush green trees AND sharing in delicious foods and drink! As much as I love Facebook, social media cannot match the sheer power of face-to-face interactions.

American Pie Reunion 2012

The comedy American Pie Reunion is actually the fourth part of the original series despite eight movies having been produced. It is 13 years after graduating high school and the original gang has all moved onto various paths in life. Jim (Jason Biggs) is married and has a 2 year old son with wife Michelle (Alyson Hannigan) and Stifler (Seann William Scott) is still a crude, obnoxious jerk but now in a corporate environment.

They all get together for a Class of 1999 reunion and it gives them all (and us) a chance to see what happened to their high school friends. It was amazing to see all the original cast back together! And, as in all the American Pie films, there is much raunchy humour sprinkled with lots of heart about friendship. It was a mirror for the bliss I felt getting together with friends on my recent camping trip. I was reminded of why I loved each and every one of them over the years.

Social media like Facebook can be an amazing tool to building contacts and relationships. Just remember to also make time for face-to-face interactions. Take time to cultivate your friendships by getting together over good food and drink. And do yourself AND everyone around you a favour and DO NOT text when you are together! Be off technology and just be in the moment with the people you are with in the flesh!

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Tip#544: Re-Energize in Nature - The Fox and the Child

As I write this I am still feeling sick from my week long cold that everyone seems to be getting. This write-up will also auto-post online because I will be on a 4-day camping vacation in the beautiful wilderness of Ontario. I'll be with good friends and re-energizing in nature. I realized I've been working hard on my new website, my first Ebook and other related projects that I will be off ALL technology this holiday weekend! No laptop, no cell phone and no social media!

I'm going back to basics living outdoors and I know it will re-activate my inner child and sense of play. Plus some say that getting a cold is a way the body tells you that you need to stop whatever you are doing and rest. I am listening to my body and I know, as you read this, I'll be feeling playful and rejuvenated!

The Fox and the Child (Le renard et l'enfant) 2007

The family movie The Fox and the Child is a magical story of a young girl (Bertille Noël-Bruneau) who befriends a fox while living in a farm house in the Jurassic mountains in eastern France. The scenery is breathtaking and rich with colours of the changing seasons. And the heartwarming relationship that grows between the child and the fox will take you back to the fun and innocence of your childhood. See: movie trailer

If you are getting sick with a cold then recognize this as a sign that your body and mind needs rest. And if you get a chance to get out of the city and re-energize in nature then your soul will be grateful! The vibrant colours of the trees and land will rejuvenate you. The sound and sensations of a cool breeze moving through those trees will sooth your spirit. Let your thoughts go and just be in this delicious moment of bliss!

Related Tips:
Tip#367: Feel The Bliss of Nature – The Black Stallion
Tip#544: Re-Energize in Nature - The Fox and the Child
Tip#985: Re-Energize in Nature, Part 2 - The Legend of Tarzan
Tip#1103: Re-Energize in Nature, Part 3 - Open Range

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Tip#543: Passion & Perseverance, Part 2 – The Natural, Director's Cut

Recently I got a sore throat that led to a cold sapping most of my energy for a week. I persevered and was able to still be productive. I also believed that symbolically I was clearing some negative issues around my throat and voice because I began to speak my mind directly to people that were unfairly attacking my values and point-of-views. All this despite having a cold!

Whether it was face-to-face or via email messages, I was communicating clearly and confidently. It was exhilarating each and every time! I did not allow anyone to sway me from what I was passionate about or what I believed. My passion fueled my ability to remain true to myself!

The Natural: Director's Cut 1984

The movie The Natural is about Roy Hobbs (Robert Redford) who has amazing "natural" baseball talent throughout a career of great successes and suffering. At age 19, after granted a tryout by the Chicago Cubs as a pitcher, he demonstrates his amazing talent which threatens other people. Hobbs immediately suffers a shocking attack that renders his dream of playing dormant for years.

Hobbs proves his passion and perseverance by playing professional baseball again at age 35 for The New York Knights. Despite more challenges from people around him Hobbs stays focused and confident to create magical events through his astounding hitting and pitching. He may veer off track at one point but with the help of a good person Hobbs finds his center in his heart and passion for baseball.

Do your best to remain true to yourself whenever someone tries to shut you down or convince you of something you are not. You have the ability to energize your confidence when you stay connected to your passion. And when situations get tough you can use that passion energy to help you persevere!

"You gotta develop yourself. The secret is confidence and concentration. You got them you don't need much else."
The Natural (1984)

Related Tips:
Tip#534: Passion & Perseverance, Part 1 – 100th Year Anniversary - Titanic 
Tip#543: Passion & Perseverance, Part 2 – The Natural, Director's Cut 
Tip#652: Passion & Perseverance, Part 3 - The Company You Keep 
Tip#691: Passion & Perseverance, Part 4 - Rocky
Tip#731: Passion & Perseverance, Part 5 – The Right Kind of Wrong
Tip#752: Passion & Perseverance, Part 6 - Dolphin Tale
Tip#760: Passion & Perseverance, Part 7 - Today’s Special
Tip#864: Passion & Perseverance, Part 8 - Danny Collins
Tip#885: Passion & Perseverance, Part 9 - Outbreak
Tip#953: Passion & Perseverance, Part 10 - Eddie the Eagle 

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Tip#542: Passion & The Test of Time - The Five-Year Engagement

Part of the reason why I recently had the most amazing week of my life (see tip#541) was this epic 6 hour lunch I had with a woman I really liked. We had so much in common and there was a lot of affectionate hand-holding. It felt like a dream come true. And then when she mentioned the man she was seeing I did my best to contain the shock on my face!

Regardless of that unexpected news, my indestructible optimism kicked in and I just focused on the positives. Here was a beautiful, smart, gracious, positive woman who wanted to spend 6 hours with me. We also shared an enthusiastic passion for movies and personal development. The universe was giving me proof that elements of my dream woman does exist! So I decided to just enjoy being in the moment. Only time will tell whether there is some kind of lasting passion to fuel this relationship.

The Five-Year Engagement (2012)

The romantic comedy The Five-year Engagement is about Tom (Jason Segal) proposing to Violet (Emily Blunt) and how events keep tripping up their plans to get married over several years. The producers of Bridesmaids also did this film so that will give you an idea of how raunchy some the humour is. The situations and the supporting cast were hilarious! And yet the film clearly communicates how true passion can ride out any life challenges and keep people together.

I am so happy and grateful I have friends that have stood by me through thick and thin over the years. There is passion in these friendships and this strong love makes the journey so much enjoyable and fun. These soulful connections are what I've also strived for with clients and business colleagues. I want my life AND career to be full of passion!

Do you have passionate, invigorating relationships in your life, career or workplace? If you identify a few you can count on in difficult times then celebrate these special people. Your journey to making dreams and goals come true will taste sweeter sharing it with soulful, caring people!

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Tip#541: Synchronicity Stories – Find Help On Your Path – The Wizard of Oz

Last week was one of the most energetic, exciting and memorable weeks of my life! I believe it was due to a written goal and affirmation I made at The Mastery of Self Expression workshop I assisted at a week and a half ago (see tip#538):

"I AM so happy and grateful for the soulful connections I make each and every day!"

Immediately the day after I wrote this affirmation I experienced a rush of synchronistic encounters and situations:

• Got invited to documentary screening and met good-hearted filmmakers (see tip#539)
• Received 2 heartfelt testimonials for my new website and book
• Discovered new soulful networks for my business and services

I believe I've developed a formula for manifesting dreams and goals and it definitely accelerates synchronistic encounters and events to happen. One of these meetings was with Melanie Lentz-Janney, producer of the award-winning Rick Springfield documentary An Affair of the Heart (see tip#539). I had the chance to have a fantastic chat with her at Toronto’s Hot Docs and felt we connected on a spiritual level.

Melanie told me of her passion for the classic film The Wizard of Oz and it affirmed the magic of my memorable week! She believed that people come into our lives to help us find our way just like in the film. Melanie shared that Dorothy learned to think for herself by meeting the Scarecrow. She explores the vastness of her heart by meeting the Tin Man and begins to develop courage as she travels side by side with the Cowardly Lion.

I felt Melanie and many others I met on my memorable week are now part of my yellow brick road and perhaps I am there for their journey too. We are there to help each other find our way forward. And these are the soulful connections I want in my life and career!

The Wizard of Oz 1939

Based on the 1900 children’s novel, the film The Wizard of Oz is about a young girl named Dorothy (Judy Garland) who finds herself transported to a magical land called Oz. Her wish to go home leads her down the yellow brick road where she meets a Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) wishing for a brain, a Tin Man wishing for a heart and a Cowardly Lion wanting courage. Along their enchanted journey filled with challenges and learning they each help one another make their dreams come true.

If you want to have soulful connections in your life then all you have to do is BELIEVE you deserve it and make your desire an affirmation and intention. Write it down and say it out loud with a big smile! We are all traveling along our own yellow brick roads and there will always be synchronistic encounters to help us move past adversities. Be excited with the thought that these people you meet will be filled with smart thinking, a loving heart AND brimming with courage!

More Synchronicity Stories:
Tip#13: Believe In Synchronicity - 4 Movie Tips
Tip#261: Synchronicity Stories – Zappos & Twitter – I Heart Huckabees
Tip#412: Synchronicity Stories – The "Write" Direction - Elf
Tip#428: Synchronicity Stories – It's In The Cards – The Karate Kid
Tip#430: Synchronicity Stories – Let Go and Upgrade Your Life – Cedar Rapids
Tip#539: Passion, Synchronicities & Making Soulful Connections - Rick Springfield – An Affair of the Heart

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