When you learn how to use new software and use it infrequently, it is like not having learned it at all. That is how it was when I learned Excel and Access. I use Excel almost everyday and I have used Access maybe once. I couldn’t even tell you what Access can do differently from any other software and I have been called the spreadsheet guru at work, due to the assistance I give other personnel with Excel.
This is what I thought of when reading Tommy Newberry’s book The 4:8 Principle. I read it once without taking notes or contemplating too much on each chapter and now I am reading it again and trying to focus on the points Mr. Newberry has made. (www.tommynewberry.com)
The book is based Philippians 4:8 – (KJV) Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; and if there be any praise, think on these things.
The primary key is disciplined thinking, easy right? Other books state a similar idea when they state control your emotions, don’t let them control you. Much like my reference to the software above, you have to practice disciplined thinking (4:8 thinking) enough to ensure that it will become a habit. Your focus should move away from negative, self defeating thoughts and move to positive and uplifting thoughts. If you could master disciplined thinking, there probably wouldn’t be a need for Prozac and/or margaritas.
Until then — CHEERS!
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