The Power of ONE

7/6/2011

What makes one person stand out amongst the sea of others? What is it about someone who has that special personality that we all fall in love with? What makes them different from the average Joe?

I ask myself "What is that quality?" Is it because of their self belief in what they do? Or is it their pure passion, determination, and drive to succeed?

I was recently watching a Beyonce Doco YouTube video (which is posted below) and it really struck a chord with me for all sorts of reasons and I think it answered my questions.

It's nice to see someone who is successful and isn't completely lost in their ego or their need to prove to the world that they are the best. It is refreshing, it humbles me, and makes me think about my own journey and what do I offer to the world apart from the artist. I think that it is good that we all reflect from time to time on who we are and what message we are sending out to the world.

I'll end this little blog with the words Beyonce said at the end of her video.

I am learning how to drown out the constant noise which is an inseparable part of my life. I don't have to prove anything to anyone, I only have to follow my heart and concentrate on what I want to say to the world. I run my world!

9 Comments

Eric

7/5/2011 11:56:57 pm

Gives a whole new perspective on her. Thanks for sharing the vid and your thoughts. Agree wholeheartedly!

Mary

7/5/2011 11:59:16 pm

I think what makes people lovable is the child in them. That openness and fearlessness coupled with vulnerability that children have, and their complete disregard for "convention". That is very attractive.

But to succeed and to be famous (different from being lovable I would think) you have to work hard, it is a delusion to think you will get anywhere if you are not prepared to put 200% effort in to your work, to make the utmost of every opportunity that comes your way, to keep going in the face of failure or setbacks - in fact, to be obsessed. That, and a talent for your chosen metier - of course!

I have always thought Beyonce was a very nice young woman and that film was really enjoyable. Thanks for sharing it.

7/6/2011 12:18:49 am

You are right, those people believe in themselves and they have passion, determination, and a drive to succeed. But it is when you combine all that with a lack of pretense that we fall in love with them.

With Beyonce, her obsession impresses me, but it is her unabashed delight that makes me smile.

Loryn link

7/6/2011 10:01:42 pm

Following your heart, being true to your self, working 25 hours a day at what you love, NEVER EVER giving up, while maintaining a humble loveable attitude. sounds like the perfect cocktail to me.
oh and believing in yourself and what you do of course.
p.s. i also love Beyonce! xo

Becky Jenner link

7/7/2011 07:52:36 am

I think you reflected it best when you rephrased....
It's nice to see someone who is successful and isn't completely lost in their ego or their need to prove to the world that they are the best.
That would be you Gaz! I think that's one of the many reasons we fell in love with you from the start! Keep up the great work!

Margo Garrison

7/9/2011 01:17:24 am

I totally agree with Becky. I will say one more thing and that is you do so, so much for your fans and your members being so involved all the time, not slacking off on any aspect (that I can tell) and doing it not for pay or to act grandiose, but because you are so passionate about what you are doing.

Rhonda Roddy link

7/9/2011 02:15:20 am

Good video - messages at the end are something to think about everyday. he dancing just blows my mind. Thanks for posting.

jan crittenden

7/16/2011 05:09:46 pm

Gary, thank you so much for sharing this video. I LOVE watching (and learning from) Happy people! I'm new to your blog and believe I'll become a regular.

lee link

7/17/2011 12:46:35 pm

thank you for sharing that video and your thoughts, I loved the video, and really what she says is what everyone should strive for and accomplish. You are in command of your own life.

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