I'm just wondering...how many of you have had very very very successful results applying principles of SOGR? Just an indication that I would like to keep in mind.

Thanks.

Lots of people have veiwed but none have posted their fantastic, incredulous windfalls.
Maybe someone will.
We won't feel like you're bragging, don't be shy, Share with us.
We love to hear positive, uplifting, real life stories.

The reason I haven't posted is because the very very very seems very very very judgmental.

I've had what I consider to be life changing, extremely positive results . . . but no, I'm not currently a millionaire, so wonder if my story would be what's wanted here.

Also--most of the posts on the Let's Discuss It forum are incredible success stories. I'd suggest reading some back posts further. It's not a lack of success, but, at least on my part, a wariness of jumping through hoops that may have kept the posts away. It's kind of like the old joke, "Yeah, yeah, yeah, patience. But I want the secret of life now!" Just a thought.

Peace and joy to you,

Ilana

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Originally posted by Joc:
Lots of people have veiwed but none have posted their fantastic, incredulous windfalls.
Maybe someone will.
We won't feel like you're bragging, don't be shy, Share with us.
We love to hear positive, uplifting, real life stories.

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Actually, LOTS of people have posted loads of wonderful results. But you'll have to do your own "homework" to find them. There's a search function on this newer version of the forum, and you can always go check the nearly two years of archived forum posts, too. The link is in the blue header to this forum on the forum home page.

Many blessings, and, of course--
EXPECT Success!
Rebecca

thanks Rebecca and JOC

Ilana,

Life-changing and positive results on a modest scale would still be interesting reading.

Call me a cynic, but when someone puts up a post saying "This is the answer" or "I now own 15 houses, where previously I could barely pay the rent on a one room apartment", my immediate reaction is:

"This sounds too good to be true".

I've read the book three times now, but still can't get my head around it - also the information on the course.

It's interesting, but it still hasn't "grabbed" me in whatever place most of the rest of the correspondents here seem to have been ... um, "grabbed".

I can accept the concept of acting in a certain way, if only because being nice to people and expressing gratitude smooths the path daily life -I'm also trying to focus on getting on with the job at hand to the best of your ability, even if you don't really like it etc. etc. (... so why I am here during my lunch break putting up this post when I could be applying myself more diligently to duties ).

But from there on, I'm hitting a brick wall.

Maybe the concept of fabulous, glowing success is too challenging for me at this stage? Inspiring to some, but daunting to others?

Would you share your experience, it might well prove the key to my next stage of evolution?

Hi Wendy--

Sure, I can understand where you're coming from. I'm about there too.

So when I first started this course, I was unemployed, too heavily in debt to start looking at repayment, and I felt really boxed in with no prospects. Slowly, applying the lifelabs and re-re-reading the book, I've become a lot more at peace. The gratitude is a new habit, and one I really love. I'm simply less panicy about making ends meet, even if I don't know exactly where the money will come from.

I started teaching at a community college. One of my classes was cancelled, but instead of being depressed over it, I kept a positive outlook--and I was hired to be the Technical Director for the productions as well. Although not a full time position, I am making far and away more than I've made per hour at any other work I've done. And I've gained a lot of experience that I wouldn't have been able to without this job. I'm currently applying for a job that will have more steady hours and an even higher rate, and am confident that if that doesn't come through, something better will.

It's all about baby steps and minor victories for me. One choice at a time, one day at a time. For example, I've decided to take responsibility for my debt. Instead of refusing to open the mail when I know it's a bill I can't pay off fully, I open it, and write out a check for what I can comfortably pay. I am working towards being out of debt in this way, instead of just hiding and praying for a miracle.

I'm also doing more of what I love than I was before. I've currently got one show I'm directing and one coming up which I'll direct, and I'm teaching two classes this semester. My first step was to release the job that was taking away my soul. After that I had a vaccum, but nothing to fill it. Wattles was what eventually entered, and I'm very grateful he did. Having a positive purpose and a daily set of steps to follow has made things really shape up for me.

I'm still dealing with a lot of baggage and uptilnows, but the good things is that I can see I'm making progress in so many areas of my life. Things that I had put on hold or labeled "hopeless" are suddenly chugging foward and working again.

The practical geniuses course has made a world of difference. I've met some folks on the boards who's struggle has paralleled mine and really brought some stuck places to light. I don't think I would be anywhere near where I am today without this forum, and the shared stories of the folks who are working through the same ideas and concepts as I am.

I hope that helps. To be honest, I didn't fully feel the "grab" of the text until I started the course with Rebecca. Perhaps that would be helpful for you too.

Bright blessings, and let me know how your experience is coming,

Ilana

I'm glad I'm not the only one re-re-reading the book - I've even tried reading it in different locations (including The Location That Dare Not Speak It's Name!).

I've decided to sign up for the Practical Genius course. I certainly have nothing to lose.

I've felt really tired of life, especially over the last 5 years or so. That's my problem, not "life", but more joy and enthusiasm would be nice.

I've actually been encouraged to join by the presence of posts from normal, ordinary sounding people saying they'd signed up and found the course beneficial.

So perhaps we can catch again up around the place on one of the other message boards?

Wendy--

I'm glad you've decided to join the course. I hope it provides you with as many insights and questions as it has for me.

The class makeup seems very much to be of "ordinary" folks who are achieving new levels of success within their lives. There have been a handful of people like whitedragon who seem to have nearly unbelievable results. More power to 'em! But it's good to form ties and learn from folks who are working through the book at a level I can understand and gain wisdom from.

Let me know if you'd like to start a group discussion on the private boards. Those can be very helpful, too. We had one that was for those of us who didn't quite feel up to the "master" level study, but who resonated with the concept of Kindergarden class. Some excellent people.

Welcome!

Ilana

Hi Wendy,

I congratulate you on your decision to take the course. I really feel you will not be disappointed. I am nearing the completion (ll 25) and I am so thankful that I have taken it. Am I rich yet ? No! But I am moving in that direction every day. By thinking and acting in the Certain Way it will come, it has to . I am also reading or listening to the book every day. I have taken Wally,s advise and have put all other readings aside. Good luck and enjoy! Hopefully we can get on the discussion board in the future.

Gary