Guest Author - Paula Petrie

What is greatness? Aspiring to stardom would you strive to shine as the brightest star ever? And blind your fellowman. Or seek a pure light that shines clarity and truth? You only need to figure out how and why it should be done. The following ten steps offer insight into the call of greatness.

1: STRIVE FOR GREATNESS TO FULFILL YOUR DESTINY

The desire to shine is a common goal. You should dream of wild success. Being tied to responsibility can feel like prison; to do more than what you have to, will free you.
Listen to your instinct. Learn to value inspiration. Work to improve your talents.
Pursue your interests, (secret too), always. When you strive for excellence destiny brings chance your way.

2: LET UNIQUENESS FLOW

A plan seems straightforward to some. But many ‘feel’ called but can’t identify the direction. Psychologist R. L. Richmond suggests we should let go of “identity.” Humans should be more like water and flow freely around obstacles. Go with the flow and see whom you’ll become, and not harden with the pride of “who you are.”
You are a well of natural interests and talents. But keep clear of pride and arrogance deluding your ability. This is your soul at war. Greatness is a souls aim. There is no superiority among us. We are all equal souls.

3: FOLLOW AND STRENGTHEN YOUR INTERESTS.

Passion appears like a muscle, if you use it, it gets strong if you don’t it weakens. Where do your passions lie? If you fear or ignore learning about yourself, faults included, how can you improve? Self-awareness sets you free to take on challenges and enjoy your talents.

4: LET INSTINCT BE YOUR GUIDE

Being drawn to something over and over is your clue, even if you believe that you have no talent in that area. Let premonition or instinct be your guide. The trick may be open-minded exploration. Have faith that if you work hard and give your best, providence (destiny, outside influence) will fill in the missing pieces.

5: PERSISTENCE, PRACTICE, and PATIENCE

Perfection usually isn’t instantaneous, and uniqueness without understanding is often thought of as odd. If you are brave enough to follow your thoughts and bring them to reality only to find them shining in all their ridiculousness, don’t worry it happens more often than you think. Try again.
To be offered a gift doesn’t mean you are offered a free ride without growing and developing skill. It does mean you are blessed and compelled to shine this ray for the world. But, where your talents lie you will probably also find passion.

6: CLEAR OUT THE CLUTTER

The more you listen to yourself, the stronger your direction becomes. Clarity brings promise and excitement for tomorrow.
Proven steps to keeping your mind clear, strong, and active are, to love, to maintain a healthy diet, to get refreshing exercise, to keep learning, and to always challenge yourself.
Your other option is to live a cluttered life. Over-buying clothes and gadgets, over-eating, and hanging too often with friends or in front of the TV set. The urge to fulfill your ‘soul’ will still nag, but clarity is dulled.

7: UNDERSTAND THE PROMPTER

Remember your soul and guide has an unobtrusive and gentle voice. Naturally, what else would a soul be. Physical urges are strong. They prompt you to be active and maintain your body and mind. Desire is engulfing. It forces you to strive, struggle and sacrifice. The up side of hard work and struggle is they reveal deep truths.

8: LISTEN TO YOUR SOUL’S GUIDANCE. WHO HAS THE DEVINE WISDOM ANYWAY?

When I started exercising daily to loose weight, I didn’t realize that I would receive amazing overall wellness benefits including a stronger mind, excellent skin tone, the ability to easily fall asleep, and loads of energy. Don’t be afraid of responding to what’s inside you, the world needs fresh inspiration and approaches. Go with that thought, your inner voice, your intuition.

9: TRUST YOURSELF

Your journey begins and emanates from your own understanding. The essence of a great person is self-trust. Remember that selflessness is the core of your ‘self,’ and you are not in charge of your ‘calling.’ It’s pretty much impossible to see the big picture but your own path will be illuminated if you have faith. Greatness or being a star is an approach to life and a truly great person is quietly listening to their soul.

10: ACCEPT THE CHALLENGE

Your thoughts create your destiny. Think responsibly. Use the tools of wisdom, principle, and generosity to create your future. Believe that what humanity needs is possible and know with certainty that your part in the world is a strong and important one. Avoid petty thoughts that will hold you small.

“And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.” -Genesis 2:7, King James Holy Bible. One theological belief is that the reference to hell in the bible is only as a metaphor relating to the city garbage dump that burned without stopping, (no land fills in ancient times.) Which indicates that unrighteous persons were considered useless garbage in their end. The point being, are you a person of value? After death and long before, in resale terms, what is your character worth? Will your aim be priceless star?