MANN UP!! Vol #2

MANN UP!! VOL 2

I’m proud to be a man; I don’t feel ashamed, embarrassed, intimidated or guilty about it. I know I’m not yet what I’m bound to be but I am what I am more than I was. But I know one thing, I’m not yet all the man I can be! I’m also very thankful to my parents for naming me Eric; it means strong leadership and I have always tried my best to live up to my name. What drives you as a man (or woman)? It is important you identify something that challenges you to do more than just live, live an extraordinary life.

Today I know where I’m headed with my manhood. For years I floundered in my attempts at manhood, never having been taught how to be a man. Through the struggles and difficulties, successes and rewards, I learned much of what being a man really means. Now I can say it has been a wonderful life in many ways, having caused influence in many people (and the influence is now turning worldwide) for good and God!

Many people recognize a current crisis in manhood; you will hear people ask, “What is wrong with Africa?” and these answer is given. “Lousy leadership. Not just in government or politics, but in business and labour, service and manufacturing, education and other big institutions, and the media too!” Caustic and critical, but is it true? Many Africans would agree. We have a crisis in leadership and productivity- BUT THIS STEMS BASICALLY FROM A CRISIS IN MANHOOD! Our manhood has been emasculated, and that has sterilized our ability to reproduce. Africa is not the only place suffering such problems. Scores of problems confront men in every nation under the sun. For example;

-         Kenya’s runaway inflation has sapped its countries’ vitality, creating a fatalistic approach to life in its citizens. Young Men feel they have nothing to look forward to and are helpless to do anything about the problem. Our crisis is not simply economic. It is a crisis in manhood.

-         In England, a news paper article not so long ago stated that the present generation of youth was without ambition or hope-They were gripped by a welfare mentality!

-         Italian youth admire mafia members more than government, religious or industry leaders (According to a research done in 1992). Their next preference, after criminal celebrities is entertainers. The reporter concluded that young people seem to lack any understanding of the normal values that undergird a productive society or individual!

-         Reports of Nigerian men flagrantly brutalizing women have created a national concern and international embarrassment!

There are many more cases to cite but one point has been made clear by the above examples; there’s a crisis in manhood and it is calling for men who choose to be different from the current societal setting that has distorted the true perception of manhood.

There is what we call the masculine mentality that has now brought about the masculinity crisis in men. Being a man is not about what size of muscle you can flash, it’s not handsomeness or academic credentials….People are motivated by what they think is important; whether or not that perception is true. The current perceptions that are being projected by the media, Hollywood, book periodicals, and many other sources have confused the average man. No wonder men today are confused about manhood!

The question you are now asking is; WHAT MAKES A REAL MAN? Find out in the next article-MANN UP!! VOL 3

(I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the ladies who have read this article, you have to know that you are special to men and it is your role to support the men in your life-Dad, brother, husband, cousins, sons, boyfriends, friends and many more and help them on their journey to attaining real manhood. Always motivate us to achieve extraordinary results and develop a sense of purpose in life as men, you will enjoy the end result!)

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MANN UP!

There is a very interesting phenomenon occurring in our world today. From birth to the late teens, a child’s overwhelming perceptions of authority figures is nearly 100% female, with an occasional male making a generally ineffectual appearance. In our hospitals, female nurses are responsible for almost every aspect of childcare. At home, mother is usually the dominant figure and 90% of the teachers in our primary schools (grade schools) are women!

When a child goes to the movies, grocery store, supermarkets, fast-food restaurants, fancy sit-down restaurants, vacation/holiday bible school, or Sunday school; who sells the tickets, takes the orders, collects the money, shows him where to sit, or tells him about God? (Except in many churches where a man preaches a congregation consisting of mostly women.) Who tells you what to wear, to clean up your room? In other words, who’s in charge? Is it a wonder that today’s young man is making every effort to demonstrate that he is a real man-like MOM!

As today’s man wears jewelry-bracelets, necklaces, and perhaps earrings, Keeps long hair and wears tight shirts opened to display “cleavage”; women on the other hand are wearing shorter haircuts, masculine pants and suits, and in some cases neck ties! This in an attempt to fill up the void left by the ‘men’ who refuse to be real men! It therefore clearly shows that men are slowly but surely loosing their position in society, as a result, larger numbers of people are facing “identity crises”

As I now start this article ‘officially’ it would be best I make this statement to all men; Being male is by birth, being a man is a matter of choice! I would also like to mention that I appreciate and this article is unabashedly, uncompromisingly, and most certainly written to men; there are many articles written about us but precious few written to us. For the men with sons, you have heard him more than once say these, “I’m gonna be like you Dad. You know I’m gonna be like you.” Now if this doesn’t challenge you to be a better man I don’t know what will; it is more like, what would you like your son to turn out to be?- then be it!

A man is a leader appointed by God. Jesus was a fearless leader, defeating satan, casting out demons, commanding nature, rebuking hypocrites. He had nobility of character and full of complements of virtues that can be reproduced in us today-by the same Holy Spirit who dwelt in Him. God wants us to reproduce this manhood in all men. It is therefore a challenge to us men that we ‘Man Up’ and reclaim our position.

(©2010 Eric Kimaita. This is the first part of the four part series of the article “Mann Up”. I urge all the men and the women who miss real men who used to be to follow through patiently to the fourth part of this amazing article that will hopefully open our eyes as men as to what we might be missing out or leaving out in our leadership!)

THE ROLE OF THE MIND IN CREATION OF SUCCESS!

In creation of ultimate success in life, the power of the mind can not be sidelined as it is the determining factor to the end result-which is success or failure. The mind controls a person's visions and imaginations, the mind also determines a person's attitude, the mind controls more than is mentioned above, in the mind is where a person's desires and aspirations begin and exist and as James Allen once said, 'you will be as small as your controlling desire, as great as your dominant aspiration'. All the above is a good reason to read on as I break down mastering one's thoughts/mind.The greatest sages, gurus, and teachers of all time-from history and current times have always linked success or failure to a person's mind! The mind has been defined as the part of person that makes them to be aware of things; it also enables them to think and to feel. In some quarters it has been referred to as thoughts. Success on the other hand has been defined as the fact that you have achieved something that you wanted or have been trying to do or get. There are many things you would like to achieve or acquire, they are what you visualize as success. I'm sure you can attain them all if you learn the art of perfecting thoughts in line with your desires and aspirations.From history we learn that the mind power is not a new phenomenon by following up on related personalities. One of the greatest teachers of all time Guatarra Buddha usually said "All that we are, is a result of what we have thought" What you are now is as a result of what you have thought, whether you're happy about it or not! Thoughts since the dawn of the civilized man have been linked to or are synonymous with success or its antonym-failure! The historic King Solomon in his numerous proverbs and great words of wisdom once declared "As a man thinketh so he is!" One of the most successful of book authors Napoleon Hill often said that 'all wealth is created with the human mind' This proves that the power of the mind has been in existence since time immemorial and is supported by history. T. Harv Eker who is one of the big successes in the world of book writing has in one of his books said; "It is essential you recognize how your old ways of thinking have gotten you exactly where you are right now!" In the creation of success thought is invincible. Thought is the link between our feelings and our actions. Without feelings, thoughts and actions, nothing physical could ever manifest. We get feelings, we think about them and finally we act on them. That is the basic procedure in the manifestation of our thoughts and feelings, which are entirely founded by the mind. The mechanism is simple; thought has been referred to as an intention or a persons mind and all the ideas in it.
One's actions can either bring success or failure, be it in academics, business, or social life. Positive actions are begotten from positive/good thoughts which in turn have their genetics from good/positive feelings which are:

• Joy
•  Excitement
• Gratitude
•  Happiness 
• Satisfaction - And all other things that make you feel good and in tandem with nature and the universe.

Visualization and Imagination The above formula like a chemical formula is facilitated by enhancers referred to as catalysts; a catalyst is a substance that makes a chemical reaction happen faster without being changed it's self. In our case for thoughts to turn into action an important catalyst must be introduced and it is visualization/imagination, Visualization is the noun form of the word visualize which means to form a mental picture of something or somebody in your mind, another noun -visual, means the act of seeing or sight. The 'picture' in this context refers to the mental images of something or somebody formed in your mind. Albert Eimtain, the great physicist who put forward the theory of relativity is quoted saying; "Imagination is everything, it is the preview of life's coming attractions" The mental pictures brought about by visualization and imagination cause dreams which when put down on paper become goals, they provide one with a thirst which must be quenched by appropriate action, thus, the power of visualization enables one to build goals and also to put in place the necessary mechanisms to bring forth actions which finally lead to attainment of the desired goals. Achievement of these goals or desired result is what we call success! That short description I'm sure demystifies Visualization and imagination to understandable and usable baby steps, imagination and visualization is a bridge that connects you to success. I can tell you for certain that if you have been there in the mind, you will be there in person! Let your dreams take you there, see yourself owning that car, business, MBA, house, family and so many other things that you would want in life.
A thought is an intention, and intentions lead to imagination which then causes actions in the direction of achievement of the goal guided by the charge your feelings have generated, so you can think of yourself as a locomotive on the rails of life, you can either progress, retrogress or stagnate. Positive thoughts generate positive mental pictures which in turn generate positive goals then positive actions and finally something great is achieved, negative thoughts however are destructive as stated in Galatians 6:7-9. Take yourself as an engine, For an engine to move energy must be generated, to enable the energy generation either gas or petrol are used, in this case the petrol and gas constitutes the feelings and thoughts which are required to build energy which in this case is the mental pictures which are powered by visualization and imagination, there is already energy formed so the locomotive will move either forwards or backwards, all you need to do after energizing your engine is to just engage the forward gear. Your speed of advancement/movement will entirely depend on you, the distance you move will also entirely depends on you. That means that it does not hurt to think big and does not pay to think small.
As we talk about the place of the mind in creation of success it is important you note the constant mention of words imagination and visualization. Some one said that someone without imagination does not have wings, the most beautiful and creative works of art, architecture, fashion, car designs etc were all manifested out of powerful visualization and imagination which each and everyone possesses, just depends how far you would like to use these abilities to match your desires. You just need to realize the extent to which your mind's power can reach you, you'll be amazed! You must have heard more than once that what the mind can conceive can achieve, that's true, it just challenges your mind to conceive greater things to achieve greater things. Mike Dooley said; "Thoughts become things" Always remember you are a manifestation of your thoughts, what you think about is what exactly manifests. The big question is; what would you like to manifest in you? If you would like great and extraordinary things to manifest, nothing is restricting you; it is all in your control.

(©'The Role of the Mind in the creation of success' has been availed to you courtesy of Eric Kimaita, the author. You can read more of his articles on his blog on Ezine @ticles, and facebook. To promote the author, just google Eric Kimaita and follow the articles availed to you. It is always my pleasure to inspire you and I hope to do it at greater levels. This article is posted here with thanks to Kirimi Mwobobia, Dip, MLS, MBS (M.S)
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GREATNESS!

Greatness is found not in how much you have but how much you can share it!
Greatness is found not in your number of servants but how much you can serve!
Greatness is found not in how long you live but in what impact you leave in others!
The greatest leader is the one who serves!

Greatness lies in giving what you can not buy with money!
Greatness lies in owning others’ problems!
Greatness lies in the esteem accorded others!
Greatness lies in touching lives of people we don’t know you and leaving!

Greatness lies in basing your life on truth,
Greatness lies in strength in character,
Greatness lies in strength in morals,
Greatness lies in humility and the courage to be humble.

Your care for others is your measure of Greatness,
Your love for you brother and sister is your measure of greatness,
Your passion for others well being is your measure of greatness,
Greatness lies greatest in the total trust, love and faith in God!

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(Giving comes in many different ways including giving your time, funds, advise, listening to someone, moral support, providing a shoulder to cry on and so many other different ways, please use atleast one avenue to give back.

This is my own composition poetry that I do often on free style mode. Giving is a gift and you need to understand that it is only through people's generosity that you are where you are now, please dont forget to give and you will equally receive.)

THINK LIKE A MILLIONAIRE!

      The way you think determines the wealth you attract. Wealth is a way of thought. Millionaires think different from average people. And that is just what sets them apart. Your thinking shapes your money reality. You attract what you think.Your mind has the ability to bring to pass what it believes to be true. Every reality that exists today was once a thought, a simple idea.
When you begin to develop wealthy thoughts, you can be sure of attracting uncommon wealth in your life.

Millionaires think in terms of abundance not scarcity.We live in an abundant world. A world that is full of unlimited resources and finance. All the wealth you need in the world exists within your disposal. Everything you need is within your reach.

Millionaires think of ownership, not renting.The pride of ownership cannot be denied. The human spirit is always craving for freedom and control. Ownership gives you freedom. Ownership puts you in control. People don’t want to be controlled; people want to be in control.Our educational system is doing us a big disservice by teaching our children only to work for others. We are never told that we can have businesses of our own. People grow along what they hear. It is about time that we hear voices and messages of empowerment that preach freedom and ownership. One way or the other, whether the educational system does not change, we will be forced to break away from the old-pattern of thinking that believes more in limitation than freedom. Our minds need to be free – free from all manner of limitation.

Millionaires think in terms of opportunity, never impossibilities.Opportunities are endless. Opportunities for wealth and prosperity are available to all those who are willing to pursue them. Opportunities never cease – and never will. Wealth is creating through tapping the unrealized opportunities.Millionaires are visionary; they see the unseen and envision possibilities and opportunities when they are most invisible.See things with your mind, not eyes.

Millionaires think in terms of adding uncommon value.The hardest way to make money is to think about it without doing anything at all. Money comes from value. You will attract wealth that is equivalent to the value you add. When you add uncommon value, you will attract uncommon wealth.Whatever the products or services you provide, think in terms of increasing your value exponentially.



(©This article is here courtesy of Eric Kimaita: you can read more of his inspiring articles from E-Zine @ticles or google the words Eric Kimaita and find more of his articles like: ‘My Lessons From Failure, ‘The Million Dollar Way of Thinking’ and many others. You can follow Eric on twitter, myspace and facebook and get daily inspiration. You can also follow ‘Young Millionaire Minds’ a movement he founded on all the three sites.)