There are some people who have certain gifts in working with those with special needs that makes me say to myself, “how do you do it!” To see what they’ll do and put up with, blows me away.

I know this is not true of all those who care for special needs individual. Some who do, have not heart for it. It shows up with abuse, lack of patience and no personal touch.

When a person is willing to put his financial and educational future on the line to create a safe place for those with special needs, it becomes obvious that for them this is a calling.

This is the story of our guest – Mark Minard.

In this episode you will hear a story of perseverance, courage, confidence, faith and downright passion.

Mark shares his journey with us of how he was able to take on the oppositions including the state, to get the okay to operate Dream Shine.

You’ll hear more about Dream Shine what it is and does. This story you’ll find only in a book, which by the way, our guest have.

His book is called The Story of You, which can be accessed on Amazon.

As mentioned in this episode, we’re having a drawing for one of his books. Mark was so gracious to make a copy available to you.

Here’s the catch; you need to enter a drawing to win. Enter your info below.

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On the 30th of May, 2016, the winner will be selected and you’ll be notified if it is you. I am routing for you.

You will find a blog article that covers more about this topic here.

 

Past episode mentioned:

There Has To Be More To Life Than This | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML168

Feeling Stuck So Here Is What I Did | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML162

You Still Have What It Takes And Here Are 3 Reasons Why | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML169

More About Mark Minard:

Mark Minard is a husband, and father of 5. He is the Owner and Co-Founder of Dreamshine, which proudly serves individuals with special needs.

He’s the Owner & Host of Elevating Beyond Podcast.

He’s the published author of The Story of YOU, Transforming Adversity Into Adventure, Taking You Dreams To The Next Level & Beyond!

He’s just an ordinary dude, with an extraordinary faith, believing all things are possible.

Mark Minard: Dreamshine.co is my company as well that serves individuals w/ special needs.

You can find out from the following links.

► Website: www.markminard.net

► Twitter: @Dreamshine4

► LinkedIn: markminard

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“My problem is not having enough time.” Have you ever said that? How often do you use that at an excuse or a reason to not do something? Very often? Sometimes? Rarely?

I’m not sure where you fall on the spectrum but I know I’ve used it quite often. Sometimes it’s not directly but indirectly.

For me being seen as busy makes me look important at times. I didn’t realize that was one of the reasons I projected that image until a few years ago.

I’m trying my best to change that image. It is not easy and I cannot say I’ve made incredible progress because I really haven’t. I’ve made some progress but not enough.

Every now and then I’ll have someone preface what they’re about to say to me with these words: I know that you are busy but or so…

That tells me I still have ways to go.

It’s because of that I find myself using the “not having enough time in the day” excuse. Is that really so?

In this episode, I explore this very issue. I focused on why this is my excuse and yours as well. I gave three reasons why I believe the phrase is simply an excuse and six ways to change that.

Here are the 3 reasons why “not having enough time” is your excuse:

1. You have 24 hours per day as everyone else does

2. You find time according to one study to watch several hours of TV per day

3. You make time for what’s important to you

By the way, I called out myself on this as well and explained how I’ve done it.

The 6 ways mentioned as how to shift or change are:

1. Stop multi-tasking

2. Get up earlier

3. Get a calendar and put to do on it

4. Create a set routine

5. Take breaks

6. Change your language

You will find a blog article that covers more about this topic here.

Past episode mentioned:

There Has To Be More To Life Than This | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML168

Feeling Stuck So Here Is What I Did | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML162

You Still Have What It Takes And Here Are 3 Reasons Why | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML169

More About the host – Kingsley Grant:

You can find out from the following links.

► Website: www.kingsleygrant.com

► Twitter: @kingsleygrant

► LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kingsleygrant

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He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else ― Benjamin Franklin

Have you ever wondered aloud or quietly whether or not you still have what it takes for whatever you have been thinking?

I know I have or should I say had, at various times, within the last 8 years or so. I must say that the question is not as strong as it once was. However, I find it shows up in other subtle ways.

This is a question that surfaces in 2 stages of life: i) teenager stage of life and ii) midlife or the middle years stage of life.

I find it to be stronger during the midlife years than it was during the teenage years. Maybe it’s because during the middle years stage of life, you weren’t taking life as serious yet. Youth was on your side.

Now that you are at this stage, life has taken on a different meaning. There is much more at stake.

In this episode, I discuss how we use 3 lenses to look at where we are in life:

1. The Rear-view lens

2. The Front-view lens

3. The Side-view lens

These 3 lenses gives us different ways of looking at our life. Depending on what we “see” through these lenses, determines our reaction to this stage of life.

If the feedback is not positive in nature, it leads to discouragement and at times to the question: do I have what it takes?

You will discover 3 reasons why I believe you have what it takes to pursue what it is you long to do:

1. You know more than you give yourself credit for

2. You have past points of reference that confirms that you do

3. You have the knowledge to know where to find what you need

You will find a blog article that covers more about this topic here.

Past episode mentioned:

There Has To Be More To Life Than This | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML168

Feeling Stuck So Here Is What I Did | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML162

5 Key Reasons To Consider Starting An Online Business In Midlife | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML159

More About the host – Kingsley Grant:

You can find out from the following links.

► Website: www.kingsleygrant.com

► Twitter: @kingsleygrant

► LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kingsleygrant

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I don’t need to know everything; I just need to know where to find it, when I need it ~ Anonymous
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When you are feeling agitated or restless in what it is you’re currently doing, the culprit might be this question: Is there more to life than this?

You go to work. You come home. You spend time with the family. You go to bed. You wake up and do it all over again. You can almost do work on auto-pilot. It’s not as challenging as it once was. You are no longer enjoying work.

What’s happening?

Why are you feeling this way?

My friend, I believe it’s because there is a part of you that is unfulfilled; dis-satisfied … it’s asking for more.

That was me a few years back.

I had reached my midlife and felt like I had done all I could do where I was work-wise. I gave it my all. I was learning new things but what I did was the same.

I too felt like there was more and I began to “search.”

I did find what I was looking for, which led to my resignation after a 21-year employment at the same place in the same position. My pay and benefits did reflect my years of experience but it was below par.

However, that wasn’t my dis-content.

It was that I believed there was more to life than this – what I was doing.

In this episode, I share 3 reasons why you might be thinking about transition after realizing there has to be more to life than this – what you are doing.

The 3 reasons are:

1. Been there done that

2. Looking for significance and leaving a legacy

3. Having meaning to life (peace and contentment)

These 3 reasons were elaborated on. You’ll hear some personal stories one of which had to do with my mother before she died.

You will find a blog article that covers more about this topic here.

Past episode mentioned:

Feeling Stuck So Here Is What I Did | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML162

5 Key Reasons To Consider Starting An Online Business In Midlife | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML159

 

More About the host – Kingsley Grant:

You can find out from the following links.

► Website: www.kingsleygrant.com

► Twitter: @kingsleygrant

► LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kingsleygrant

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► Email me: [email protected]

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So many people want to get out of their rut but do not know how. It’s difficult when you are in it and can see no way out.

As a matter of fact, it’s because you are so deep in your rut that you are unable to see how to get out.

Unfortunately, because of pride or ignorance, many stay stuck.

Have you ever found yourself in that place not knowing how to get out?

I know that I have on more than one occasion. I was able to get out with the help of God, others and reminding myself of how I did it in the past.

In midlife, it is easy to get stuck in your rut. You look around and feel trapped by your past and your future. Your past because of the time that has passed and your future because of the uncertainty.

In this episode, our guest – Geoff Reese – shares how manages the times he feels like he is in a rut. He shares some practical things that you can do to get out of the rut you are in.

One of the illustrations he used was that of a rut found on an unpaved road and what it can do to vehicles driving through or around it. He parallels this with life’s journey and what needs to be done so we don’t travel the next “1500 miles” in life stuck in a rut.

You’ll have to listen to hear how he framed this insight.

 

Past episode mentioned:

What Is A Lifestyle Business And Who Needs It | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML160

5 Key Reasons To Consider Starting An Online Business In Midlife | Kingsley Grant | Episode TML159

More About Geoff Reese and how to contact him:

In midlife, it is easy to get stuck in your rut. You look around and feel trapped by your past and your future.

GEOFF has been counseling and coaching individuals since I got out of graduate school in 1987 with a Masters degree in Counseling.

He believes we are all born with a seed of genius meant to impact the world. For more than two decades, I have been educating, equipping and empowering people to unleash their genius and to find their purpose in life.

Geoff says: “You either become what you were created to be, seeing the reality of your purpose and contribution to the world, or you ponder them as missed opportunities at life’s end.”

Here’s some of his accomplishments, which makes him credible to say and do what he does. Geoff’s:

Had a successful private practice doing marriage and family counseling.

Started and owned a successful executive recruiting business.

Traveled internationally to network with Christian businessmen and do leadership coaching.

Started and owned a speciality toy store.

Counseled chemical dependent adolescents in locked facilities.

Worked with inner-city gang kids.

Started student led leadership groups in high schools.

Coached college students in career development.

Was fired from a job because his entrepreneurial drive didn’t match the non-entrepreneurial environment.

Washed commercial and residential windows because he had a family to feed.

Was a coach before coaching was cool.

 

Here is your CODE: MIDLIFE416

 

You can contact Geoff at the following links:

► Website: www.wakeupyourwhy.com

► Twitter: @wakeupyourwhy

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