E18: Maximum Achievement with Missy Reid

We don’t always like what happens to us. Many of us have experienced loss, grief, and anger from events in our life. However, these experiences aren’t meant to hold us down. Having faith that there is a reason for everything that happens and being open to learn and grow is important.

Matt O’Neill and Missy Reid discuss their key takeaways from Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy. They talk about choosing responsibility, reaching our goals and striving to fulfill life’s sole purpose: love.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Take responsibility for what happens to you.
Welcome and expect good things.
Know that all your experiences have a reason.
Ask God for help in giving and asking for forgiveness.
Always strive to grow, love, and be better.

[01:58] Taking 100% Responsibility

Take responsibility for everything that happens in your life. Accept what has happened and choose to learn and grow from it rather than wallowing in negative emotions.

[36:25] Expecting Good Things

Expect good things in your life and share that good with others. Know that all that has happened is for you. As long as your intentions are good, God will guide your actions and answer your prayers.

[23:13] A Reason For Everything

Have faith that there is a reason for the brightest and darkest times in your life. All the good and bad moments have led to where you are now. Be grateful even during these darkest times.

[28:15] Forgiveness Is Life’s Cornerstone

There will always be people to forgive who have hurt and betrayed you. But forgiving can be difficult due to our pride and ego. You can always ask for God’s help to find, give, and ask for forgiveness.

[36:25] The Purpose of Life

Taking responsibility and forgiving can be challenging. But they make life worth living. Things may never be perfect but that’s okay because it means there is room to grow, love and be better. God’s love is perfect, so strive to spread the same love from God. Everything we do should be motivated by love.

[36:25] Envisioning Your Life’s Masterpiece

When you set goals and plans for the future, you find your masterpiece. Take time to meditate. Reflect on your aspirations and give yourself positive affirmations. Have faith in achieving your vision and open yourself to the good you are expecting.

Four notable quotes:

[13:15] — [13:18]

“I do believe that everything is happening for us and not to us” - Matt

[24:01] — [24:04]

“One of the cornerstones to a life well-lived is forgiveness.” - Matt

[29:21] — [29:25]

“The sole purpose of this journey is to grow more and more and more loving.” - Matt

Resources Mentioned:

Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy

The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer

The Untouchables (1987)

The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod