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A Hefty Promise Made To You

“While some may consider the following literal, I prefer to consider it allegory. The deeper meaning is about the laws that govern the universe and our lives and not some deity blessing or cursing us for doing right, having faith or not. That said, the laws have positive rewards or benefits for aligning with them […]

The Magnificent Universe Always Is…

“There’s a meme going around that states, ‘The magnificent universe always provides abundantly when you’re in a state of gratitude.’ I disagree. The magnificent universe is always abundantly providing, BUT it’s only when you’re in a state of gratitude that you’re able to notice that and receive. The universe doesn’t change what it is doing. […]

Forget Figuring Out How It Will Work

“It’s not about figuring out the how, which is where so many people spend their time. Instead, it’s making sure you want it enough. If it’s not an obsession, but merely a desire it’s unlikely. If you really, really want it, you’ll end up doing it. It starts with desire. Then you add faith and […]

GO FIRST!!

“My principle is to GO FIRST!! I speak on this in my programs and especially in How To Get People To Do What You Want. You must know your purpose. Your purpose is to uplift, edify, collaborate and cooperate and create long lasting relationships. You are to love life and others and yourself. THERE ARE ways to […]

How To Change Your Story To Become Free

“Have you ever played connect the dots? You start at one dot and follow the line to the next, until an image slowly emerges. Now, imagine doing the same thing with your life. What if you could look back and see how every significant event and every choice has led you to where you are right now? Steve Jobs pointed out you could connect the dots looking backward, but you aren’t able to see what they become looking forward.

His quote is ‘You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something – your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life.’ Before we look at trust for the future, let’s look back at connecting the dots and how it affects the future.

Each moment, each decision you’ve made, has been a steppingstone to where you stand today. It may have seemed like there were countless possible outcomes at each moment, but the truth is, the choices you made—consciously or unconsciously, brought you exactly here. Right where you’re supposed to be. I’m not suggesting that your life is predestined or controlled by some external force. Get this, I really am not suggesting that.

DEVELOP THE POSITIVE ATTITUDE, MINDSET AND BELIEFS TO TRANSFORM YOURSELF

Instead, consider the choices you’ve made, the events you’ve lived through, and the paths you’ve taken. Can you see how they’ve connected, step by step, to create your present reality? Let me share a personal example. Years ago, I went through a breakup with someone I deeply loved. At the time, it felt like the end of my world. I couldn’t imagine a future without her. But looking back now, that breakup was a blessing in disguise.

If that relationship hadn’t ended, I would have never met the woman who became the mother of my incredible children. I can’t imagine my life without them. Sure, maybe in another timeline, I could have been happy with someone else. But the fact is, I didn’t. Life unfolded the way it did, and now I have two children whom I adore. That heartbreak, which seemed so devastating in the moment, was leading me to something greater.

Here’s an unexpected twist. Some years ago, I was involved in a car accident that left me laid up in a part of the country that wasn’t my home. It was a tough time, but it turned out to be one of the most significant events in my life. Why? Because during that period of recovery, I met the woman who would become the mother of my children. If that accident hadn’t occurred, my kids wouldn’t exist. Life has a way of offering events.

DEVELOP THE POSITIVE ATTITUDE, MINDSET AND BELIEFS TO TRANSFORM YOURSELF

Some you control, some you don’t, but how you respond to them shapes everything that comes next. After my recovery, I chose to pursue the relationship. Had I made a different choice and returned home, my entire life would have turned out differently. The point is, life is like a giant connect-the-dots puzzle. Each event, each decision, is another dot, leading to the next. But we don’t always see the big picture right away.

We don’t know what image is forming. We can control how we choose to view each moment and what we learn from it. Yes, I could look back and feel regret over decisions I didn’t make or paths I didn’t take BUT what good would that do? The past is the past. No amount of guilt or regret will change it. Learn from it. I’ve come to learn there’s no such thing as a good or bad decision. There are only decisions and outcomes. Intended or not.

Because something doesn’t work out the way I might hope doesn’t mean I’ve made a bad decision. I decided given the information I had at the time. I did the best I could, and it turned out differently than I might have wanted. Nothing bad about that unless you choose to think it is. So, instead, I choose to reflect on those pivotal moments and be grateful for them. Yes, even the tough ones. All of them are part of this life.

DEVELOP THE POSITIVE ATTITUDE, MINDSET AND BELIEFS TO TRANSFORM YOURSELF

All the heartbreaks, the accidents, the disappointments are moments to be grateful for because without them, I wouldn’t be who I am or where I am today. And neither would you. So, what to do? Let go of the pain of the past. Are you still carrying the weight of past pain or regrets? THEN, it’s time to put those down. Every painful experience in your life holds a hidden gift, a lesson that helps you grow.

Sometimes it’s hard to see it in the moment, but with time and reflection, you can uncover the blessings in disguise. You can connect the dots looking back and come to a different conclusion. Each challenge you’ve faced has presented you with a choice. And even if you didn’t see it then, each choice helped shape who you are today. Look back at those moments with gratitude, not regret. Because they’re part of your journey.

You can change your story! If you don’t like where you are right now, the good news is, YOU can change it. Maybe that force within you is nudging you to make different choices. Listen to your inner voice. That force isn’t outside of you; it’s within you. Your intuition, your higher self, always guides you toward growth, even when it feels uncomfortable. The trick or the key is learning what your intuition is from what you think it might be.

DEVELOP THE POSITIVE ATTITUDE, MINDSET AND BELIEFS TO TRANSFORM YOURSELF

Negative feelings, anger, frustration, sadness are your inner self’s way of telling you that something’s off, that it’s time for a change. If you ignore them, they’ll only grow louder. It’s like a messenger knocking at your door, delivering the same message until you finally listen. Don’t let those feelings become permanent houseguests. They’re there to prompt you into action, not to stay forever. The more you ignore them, the longer they linger.

You may not be able to change the past, but you can change how you view it. Reframe your past challenges as THE steppingstones to a better future. Instead of regretting past decisions, embrace them. Be grateful for the lessons they taught you. Because gratitude is a powerful force, it transforms your mind, your life, and the world around you. Your attitude matters! Embrace gratitude and responsibility and everything begins to transform.

When you take 100% responsibility for your life, your decisions, your thoughts, your feelings, your words, behaviors and actions that’s when real transformation begins. That’s when you step into your true power. You become the creator of your destiny. The captain of your ship. The architect of your future. Every moment is a choice. Think of your life as a series of moments, each one offering you a choice. You are always choosing whether you realize it or not.

DEVELOP THE POSITIVE ATTITUDE, MINDSET AND BELIEFS TO TRANSFORM YOURSELF

Choosing to wait and do nothing is a choice! But the good news is, the future isn’t set in stone. It’s shaped by the choices you make right now. Choose to be grateful for everything, every challenge, every hardship, every victory. When you do, you unlock a powerful force within you. Gratitude attracts blessings, opportunities, and success. It helps you live with purpose, using your thoughts and feelings to create a life you love.

You hold the power. It’s within you. It’s in your hands. SO, now, it’s up to you. Will you continue to dwell on the past, or will you step into the power of this present moment? Will you choose to take control of your life and create the future you desire? The choice is yours. You have the power to change your story, to change your life, right here, right now. Take that first step. If you hesitate you only delay what otherwise might have been.

To not choose is a choice to do nothing. Every moment you and I are faced with choices. Whatever choices we make lead to something. You can’t control the outcome. You can only choose, follow your intuition and trust it will all work out even when it doesn’t appear to. Start connecting the dots of your life and trust that, in time, the full picture will emerge. And when it does, it will be more beautiful than you ever imagined. You are the creator of your destiny. Everything works together for good EVEN when you think it doesn’t. Change your thinking and everything changes. Celebrate everything!” Rex Sikes

PS How to Activate your attitude. I’ve got something designed to help you do this right now. To make meaningful changes in your life, you need to take control of your mindset. I invite you to take two powerful actions today: join me in the Outwitting The Devil Book Study and get the Attitude Activator™. These programs are designed to help you achieve more than you can on your own. You’ll be proud of the progress you make!

Get and Start Using the Attitude Activator™ Today!

Using the Attitude Activator™ can propel you miles ahead of where you are now. It’s a unique self-guided hypnotic process designed to reprogram your mind for unshakable confidence, help you get unstuck, and create more abundance in your life.

What People Are Saying:

“Powerful program! It has positively transformed my mind. I am powerful, resourceful, and abundant! Click the link and do it now!” —Sandra J. Horton, Entrepreneur, Author, Podcast Host, Vancouver

“I am HUGELY enjoying my Attitude Activator! I’ve been using it 4-5 times a week at night just before bed, and occasionally during the day instead of a lunch break. Wow! It really shifts the attitude around and I feel I can tackle anything afterward; I am usually able to see particularly vexing issues in a new light soon afterward. Attitude is everything — yes it’s nearly a cliched term and none the less true regardless – and your audio program provides the perfect shift for the only thing that determines everything.” – Walter Terry, Seattle

“The most powerful mindset and attitude tool I’ve ever experienced. Words can’t describe how unique and life-changing this program is. In the first year of owning it, I listened to it over 100 times. I recommend it to anyone who wants an unstoppable attitude of success.” —Joe Soto, Marketing Consultant, Entrepreneur, Waterford, VA

Join the Outwitting The Devil Book Study Today! Powerful, Positive and a must do program!

In this powerful book study intensive, you’ll discover essential principles and practices to transform your life. I share insights on Napoleon Hill’s work, along with exclusive material no one else has discussed. This experience is designed to benefit you in countless ways.

What People Are Saying:

“Rex, you speak the truth. So few will, but you speak the truth.” —Satish Verma, CEO Think and Grow Rich Institute, Toronto

“You run the best book clubs, Rex! So wonderfully insightful! Total truth!” —Joy Cooper Willet, NLP Trainer, Vancouver

“Beyond grateful for you, Rex Sikes, and the transformational teachings and reminders I’ve received.” —Ava Manuel, Las Vegas

Transform your life with the tools and insights you need to succeed. Don’t miss this opportunity to take charge and live your best life!

Join the Outwitting The Devil Book Study Today!

Get the complete book study plus much more in this powerful intensive online training. Discover important principles and practices to transform your life. I’ll discuss and reflect on this essential work, along with ‘Laws Of Success’ and ‘Think and Grow Rich,’ among other influential materials, including my own innovations.

My goal is to help you apply Dr. Hill’s principles in your life and share what most people and instructors have missed about Hill’s work. I provide exclusive insights and actionable advice that you won’t find anywhere else.

What People Are Saying:

“Rex’s profound expertise in personal development and his deep understanding of human dynamics make him a standout in both public and corporate settings. Rex is not only a dedicated professional but also a compassionate mentor and a very kind friend.” —Laura Ibarra, LDG, MBA CEO 3 Wins, Torreon, Mexico

“His deep and nuanced understanding of how the mind processes information and how real transformation is accomplished is beyond words. I was privileged to invest 10 hours a day for three weeks with him over 25 years ago. That information has infused the next few decades of decision-making and career success. He is a total gem in the world of teachers and trainers. My internal dialogue, my ability to manage my states, and my ability to train and coach students were forever improved. – Bart Baggett, Speaker, Author, Forensic Document Examiner, L.A. CA

“Rex is an incredible coach, author, speaker, and world-renowned. I use his book weekly and highly recommend it. If you are looking for a master coach and NLP top-notch instructor, Rex is your guy.” —Kamal el-Rassi, MBA, CEO El-Rassi Enterprise, Cincinnati, OH

“Rex possesses a remarkable ability to engage and captivate an audience, drawing on his deep well of knowledge and expertise to deliver transformative experiences. His brilliance lies in his unique capacity to extract core issues from complex situations and address them in ways that are understandable and actionable. Rex’s sessions are a masterclass in empowerment; he guides his audience through their challenges with empathy and insight, helping them achieve the breakthroughs they’ve long sought.” —Carlos Siqueira, CEO Disruptors LLC, San Francisco

“What truly sets Rex apart is his unrivaled knowledge on personal development. He possesses a wealth of insights and strategies that will blow you away. Rex’s teaching style is powerful, effective, and unique. He has a remarkable ability to simplify complex concepts, making them easy to understand and, most importantly, actionable. Spending time with Rex is an investment well worth making. Not only will you gain invaluable wisdom and guidance, but you’ll also witness the profound impact it has on your life. Rex’s teachings have the potential to transform your mindset, unlock your potential, and propel you towards unparalleled success.” Rita Montalto, CEO 4 Pillars of Wealth, AU

Join me today! Get the Attitude Activator™ and the Outwitting The Devil Book Study, and transform your life.

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My Father Terry Story

Here’s a story from one of my forth coming books on manifesting.

“In the mid ’90s, a Catholic priest from Ireland named Father Terry traveled to the States and spent four weeks training in my Mind Design™ NLP programs. He attended both the 14-day practitioner training and the 14-day master practitioner course in the midwest. Father Terry was an exceptional participant and a delightful gentleman. I enjoyed his presence and his contribution to all of us.

When the master track concluded, we all said our goodbyes, hugged, and went our separate ways. I left our retreat center and returned to Los Angeles. A week or two later while I made plans to meet with my manager for acting and speaking gigs. We had to change the date so I also invited another friend to join us for dinner on the weekend. My friend drove to my place, and from there, we picked up my manager.

After spending some time at her apartment, we decided to head to the 3rd Street Promenade, an outdoor mall in Santa Monica. Parking was a nightmare. We circled around for 90 minutes, finally finding a spot in a garage on Fourth Street. As we walked to the Promenade, I started to get hungry but couldn’t decide what or where I wanted to eat. I was looking for good food and a quiet enough place where we could talk and enjoy the view.

Develop a Positive Attitude, Mindset, and Beliefs to Transform Yourself

We went from restaurant to restaurant, but I was being persnickety and turned them all down. We walked, growing more frustrated as we tried to find a place on this busy weekend evening. It was getting late, and we still hadn’t sat down to eat. We eventually made it to the end of the Promenade, and on the east side corner was a deli. We went inside to check it out, but it was far too noisy and crowded.

We started to leave, but I decided to use the restroom first. My friends went outside to wait on the corner. When I exited the restaurant, I spotted my friends and began walking toward them when suddenly a hand clamped down on my right shoulder. I turned around. I nearly fell over in surprise. Standing there, grinning like the Cheshire cat, was Father Terry! We greeted each other warmly. What a fun moment. How on earth…

I asked what on earth he was doing in Los Angeles. It turned out that after returning to Ireland, he had come back to the States for some family visits. I was astounded. Just a couple of weeks earlier, I had parted ways with this wonderful man in Wisconsin, and now, here we were, bumping into each other in Los Angeles. Reflecting on it, I wondered what had to happen for this meeting to occur?

Develop a Positive Attitude, Mindset, and Beliefs to Transform Yourself

How many millions of micro-decisions led to this ‘chance’ encounter? Not just by me but by him. Father Terry and I first met at a workshop in Wisconsin because of his desire to take my training. He had to communicate with my office, enroll, pay, make travel arrangements, and show up at the training. After two weeks in the program, we parted ways, and he returned home.

Meanwhile, I scheduled a trip to L.A. and arranged to meet with my manager. Our meeting day changed, and we ultimately chose that particular weekend. My friend drove to my place, I drove to my manager’s place, and after hanging out, we headed to the Promenade. It took a long time to find parking, and we walked quite a distance, turning down numerous eateries. After finally stopping at a restaurant for me to use the restroom.

I exited and bumped into Father Terry. He, too, had gone through his own process to end up at that exact corner, at that exact time, just as I came out of the restaurant. What had to happen for us to meet right there, at that precise moment? Had my friends stood on the other side of the street, or had I walked in a different direction, we might have missed each other.

Develop a Positive Attitude, Mindset, and Beliefs to Transform Yourself

If I had chosen a restaurant further back up the street, or even the one we were at, we might not have met. Yet, somehow, we both ended up on that corner at that time, renewing our connection in a magical way. I couldn’t help but wonder how far back things had to align for this meeting to occur—days, weeks, perhaps? Or maybe it was in the works for billions of years, as if it’s eternally present.

It’s fascinating to consider how our decisions, along with those of others, shaped this encounter. My choices, my manager’s, my friend’s, and Father Terry’s—all of them led to this moment. The number of things that had to happen for this coincidence is vast, if not infinite. For two people to bump into each other at a specific time and place, neither knew they’d be, among 8 million or more people, is staggering.

So, I’ve decided to just enjoy it and be open to these moments. I was thrilled when it happened and still am. A skeptic might say it’s just a coincidence. Okay, sure, but still, WOW! I’m going to enjoy it because I want to enjoy life more, not reason myself out of it. So, thanks, but no thanks. WOW! What is my point? Life is a mystery. Life is magical. Delight more in it. Discover the big and little joys. Become enamored. Live in awe and fascination. Make your moments magical because they already are. Enjoy the mystery. It’s not meant to be solved but enjoyed! Celebrate everything!”

**PS: To make meaningful changes in your life, you need to take control of your mindset. I invite you to take two powerful actions today: join me in the Outwitting The Devil Book Study and get the Attitude Activator™. These programs are designed to help you achieve more than you can on your own. You’ll be proud of the progress you make!

Get and Start Using the Attitude Activator™ Today!

Using the Attitude Activator™ can propel you miles ahead of where you are now. It’s a unique self-guided hypnotic process designed to reprogram your mind for unshakable confidence, help you get unstuck, and create more abundance in your life.

What People Are Saying:

“Powerful program! It has positively transformed my mind. I am powerful, resourceful, and abundant! Click the link and do it now!” —Sandra J. Horton, Entrepreneur, Author, Podcast Host, Vancouver

“The most powerful mindset and attitude tool I’ve ever experienced. Words can’t describe how unique and life-changing this program is. In the first year of owning it, I listened to it over 100 times. I recommend it to anyone who wants an unstoppable attitude of success.” —Joe Soto, Marketing Consultant, Entrepreneur, Waterford, VA

Join the Outwitting The Devil Book Study Today!

In this powerful, book study intensive, you’ll discover essential principles and practices to transform your life. I share insights on Napoleon Hill’s work, along with exclusive material no one else has discussed. This experience is designed to benefit you in countless ways.

What People Are Saying:

“Rex, you speak the truth. So few will, but you speak the truth.” —Satish Verma, CEO Think and Grow Rich Institute, Toronto

“You run the best book clubs, Rex! So wonderfully insightful! Total truth!” —Joy Cooper Willet, NLP Trainer, Vancouver

“Beyond grateful for you, Rex Sikes, and the transformational teachings and reminders I’ve received.” —Ava Manuel, Las Vegas

Transform your life with the tools and insights you need to succeed. Don’t miss this opportunity to take charge and live your best life!

Join the Outwitting The Devil Book Study Today!

Get the complete book study plus much more in this powerful 5-day intensive. Discover important principles and practices to transform your life. I’ll discuss and reflect on this essential work, along with ‘Laws Of Success’ and ‘Think and Grow Rich,’ among other influential materials, including my own innovations.

What People Are Saying:

Join me today! Get the Attitude Activator™ and the Outwitting The Devil Book Study, and transform your life.

Rex Sikes' Daily Inspiration and Gratitude

A Hefty Promise Made To You

The Magnificent Universe Always Is…

Forget Figuring Out How It Will Work

GO FIRST!!

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How To Change Your Story To Become Free

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