Today, a sneak preview of my new books!

I've been working on no less than *three* exciting new books - The Secret Art of Self-Development, The 18 Rules of Happiness, and The Little Book of Inspiration.

They'll be available in under two months - but here's a little preview to show you how it's all coming along!

Enjoy! :)

Labels: books, ramblings, writing

When I wake to start a new day, the first thing I do is look what time it is.

I'm not alone.

Millions of people peep through sleepy eyes to see whether it's time to get up, or are rudely awakened by their alarm clock, every single day.

But our relationship with time doesn't stop there. Our whole day is often scheduled into slots of time, from breakfast through to lunch and on to the evening meal, and all the activities that fit in between.

We make time for work, rest and play.

We say we'll find time to do all those chores that we're not too keen on doing, but need to be done ... Yes, you know exactly what I mean!

We squeeze out as much time as possible for all those activities that we can't comfortably fit into our day.

Often, we are pre-occupied with thinking about the past and future, usually at the expense of the 'here and now'.

We sometimes let time run away ... often when we're doing something that we truly enjoy.

Of course, we know that time can sometimes pass slowly ... when we are eagerly awaiting something or when we're in pain.

Occasionally, it feels like we have to wait forever for something that we desperately want.

It's pretty clear that we live in a time-obsessed society and time, for the most part, governs our lives.

So, imagine spending a day without the confines of time-keeping.

Yes, really! It CAN be done!

Discard your watch, or any other device that displays the passing of time, and take off somewhere into the countryside, hills or coast, where you can spend the day walking and connecting with nature. Take some food and drink, and simply have your 'lunch' break when you feel ready to do so.

If you're a bit of a clock-watcher and are generally ruled by time, it may feel strange, at first, not knowing what time it is at any given moment.

Just go with the flow and enjoy a timeless day.

This is something I like to do whenever I can, and it makes you more aware of being fully alive in 'the moment'.

Although time gives a sense of structure to our day-to-day lives, it's only when you experience a timeless day that you feel truly free.

Believe me! It's completely liberating!

Try it! It could be exactly what you need right now!

Labels: inspiration

Well, it's coming up to that time again.

A New Year ahead and all thoughts turn to how we can do better, make a real difference and enjoy life to the full.

For some, a New Year signals a new start. Resolutions are made and January starts with all good intentions.

But we all know - from experience - that some of the promises and resolutions we make soon bite the dust.

As I see it, resolutions fail because we don't fully connect with the commitment we've made or because we set ourselves unrealistic goals.

It's usually the latter that creates the most problems.

When we set ourselves impossible targets, the pressure of keeping up with the commitment can become far too much to bear. Inevitably, the resolution fails to materialize.

So for this New Year, keep the big ambition in sight, but set yourself smaller, manageable goals.

Let me give you an example.

Perhaps you want to lose 20lbs in weight. Rather than focusing on the 20lbs, aim instead to lose a couple of pounds per week or fortnight. Work out a doable plan of action for doing just that.

Even allow for a motivational treat every week to keep you on target. This really does work! Before you know it, you'll have reached your main goal of losing 20lbs.

(Read this article for more: http://www.karlblog.com/2008/10/power-of-small-consistent-steps.html)

Give it a go!

And whatever promises you make for the New Year, don't forget to have fun as you go along.

May I wish you a joyful and beautiful New Year!

I hope it is full of love, adventure and brilliant times ahead.

Labels: christmas, inspiration, self-development

Bangkok and Phuket.

They were the two main tourist destinations of my recent journey to Thailand.

During that time, my friend and travel companion Mark Sandler took a series of videos - and has just compiled them into a fantastic YouTube video.

It's pretty good at giving you a "feel" for the whole place.

And note, whenever you see a straw hat or a yellow shirt - it's probably me.

(Can't see the video? You're reading via RSS or e-mail. Visit www.karlblog.com)

Labels: travels, videos

Happy New Year to you! :)

I hope that the prospect of 2009 fills you with hope - and that you say "Yes!" to everything it throws your way.

Founding father Benjamin Franklin summed up his idea of the New Year simply enough:

"Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbours, and let each new year find you a better man."

Quality advice.

So how will you improve yourself this year?

Here are a few life-changing sites and products I've helped bring to market this year - which may just help you start changing your life - starting TODAY!

* The NLP Secret - www.nlpsecret.com - Increase confidence, boost self-esteem, erase "issues" - all in as little as 10 minutes

* The Quantum Cookbook - www.quantumcookbook.com - Forget "The Secret." Here's exactly what the DVD never told you!

* Movie in a Month - www.movieinamonth.com - Ever wanted to write that screenplay? Start here. It's easier than you think.

* Internet History Cleaner - www.internethistorycleaner.ws - Begin the New Year by spring-cleaning your PC. Just click here!

* How to Be Funny - www.how-to-be-funny.com - Spend a little quality time working on developing your charisma!

* Brain Evolution System - www.gobrainev.com - My favourite, and highly recommend, meditation program!

You can also discover a number of other related sites I've helped create online at: http://www.myhelphub.com/start/menu.aspx?a=sitelist

Enjoy browsing - and here's wishing you a GREAT NEW YEAR!

Labels: christmas, inspiration, recommendations, self-development, technology

Well - it's New Year's Eve.

And as another year draws to a close, it never fails to surprise me just how many people genuinely dislike this time of year.

They're glum. Disappointed with life. Wanting to tuck into bed by 11.45pm.

Yet it should be a time for celebrating.

We've survived another 365 days on this roller coaster of a journey we call life.

Think about it. What did you do this year?

Fall in love? Expand your business? Grow old gracefully? Rocket your social circle? Create your own blog?

None of the above? All of the above?

This may have been a "bad" year for you. Or it may have been a "good" year.

But the one thing I always draw from December 31st... the one thing that always leaves me looking forward to the coming year...

... Is that distinctly human quality: hope.

Hope that things will get better. Hope that we'll improve. Hope for happy moments and increased knowledge.

Hope for change.

For me, at least, that's what makes this time of year special. The knowledge that change is upon us - and that it's a great time to start afresh.

Diarist James Agate said: "We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day."

What would YOU like to change in your life over the coming 12 months?

HAPPY NEW YEAR! :)

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Labels: christmas, inspiration

Ho-ho-ho! :)

A little Christmas day video message from me:

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Labels: christmas, videos