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Intention & Attention
Today I want to discuss the difference between INTENTION and ATTENTION. There is a saying that "the road to hell is paved with good intentions". The idea behind that phrase is that everyone has good intentions, but they are useless unless you actually act on them.
And that's where 'attention' comes into the picture. If you want to find out where life is going to take you tomorrow, you need to examine where you are putting your attention today. It is all well and good to declare that you have a particular noble intention, but unless you place your attention on actually achieving it - the intention will be lost. Robert Burns wrote: "the best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry". In my opinion the reason for plans going awry is because our attention isn't matching our intention.
For example - I'm sure that no one starts out with the intention to achieve an unhealthy weight. However, if your attention is primarily directed towards your taste-buds, rather than your waist-line, you are virtually assuring yourself of an uphill battle with the bathroom scale.
The key to success in any endeavor lies in having your attention matching you intention. In the Mortality Manifesto, I wrote that "I always strive to ensure that my every thought, word and action is moving me in the direction of my dreams." If intention were enough, then simply thinking good and positive thoughts would assure us that we would manifest our dreams.
This week, I suggest that you take a close look at where you are placing you attention on a daily basis. If it matches up with your intentions - congratulations! If not - this is your chance to make some changes.
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Power of Mortality™ Now In the U.K.
 Patrick's book, "What's Your Expiry Date? Embrace Your Mortality - Live With Vitality" is now available in the U.K. through Knowledge Is King.
Here's what Barry Phillips, the owner of Knowledge Is King, has to say about Patrick's book.
"I've been operating 'Knowledge Is King' for 12 years and I've read 90% of all the books that we've ever sold. What's Your Expiry Date? is the best book I've ever read!"
You can order your copy through Knowledge Is King today.
Power of Mortality™ Featured On Oprah & Friends
 On Feb 28th, 2007 the Dr. Oz show on the Oprah & Friends channel of XM Satellite Radio devoted the entire hour to speaking with Patrick about the Power of Mortality™ and his book "What's Your Expiry Date? Embrace Your Mortality - Live With Vitality".
If you missed it live, you can read the show summary on Oprah's website.
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"Must Visit" Links
Patrick's Book - "What's YOUR Expiry Date?"
"Life With Death" Blog (by Patrick's wife, Heather)
Living Life in the Divine Flow
The Invisible Path to Success
Infinite Possibilities: The Art of Living Your Dreams
The Spiritual Cinema Circle
Kick Start Your Life
Turn Stress into Energy & Enthusiasm
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