Somedays I love to look at the people that have made a difference in the world - and who have made a good living doing it.

I think about Sam Walton, the founder of Wal-mart. His goal was to bring low prices to small cities, but, as Time Magazine reported, he also changed the way Big Business is run. Sam Walton has been called the best businessman America (and even the world) has ever seen.

Then I think about Bill and Melinda Gates. They have made billions by making computing a part of our everyday life. They have also established the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation - the largest transparently operated charitable foundation in the world. Then in 2006, businessman, Warren Buffet donated $30 million to the foundation and it doubled in size.

So, good people have done a lot of good with a lot of money. And so could you!

But what is the difference between these people and you?

I think it comes down to their undeniable passion coupled with a willingness to move through the fear that comes with succeeding.

It is very scary to go out on a limb and try and make a difference in the world. It is even scarier to think about becoming very successful doing it!

For therapists, consultants and healers, it means letting those in our community know what we do. It means moving through those crazy catastrophic thoughts that keep us up at night. The “No one will think I am interesting” or “I don’t really have a lot to say so giving a speech would be a waste of time” Or “What will people think of me if I really succeed.”

These thoughts and our responses to them are what keep some people from the great things they were really called to do.

Don’t let this happen to you. Find others that you can talk about your fears with. Share your passions and have them help you move through the fear.

Ask your self “What could I do for 15 minutes today that would really make a difference in the success of my practice?” Then follow it with “Am I afraid to do it?” Finally, “Will I do it anyway?”

You are here on this planet to do very great things. Don’t let any pesky irrational thoughts keep you from being what the world need you to be.

I really, really want you to have the practice you really want! Your success is our mission. Let’s make 2008 your best year ever!

Love and blessings,
Casey