As a leader, start telling yourself the truth! You remember that earlier in this book, I quoted Goethe, "Treat a man as he is and he will remain what he is. Treat a man as he should be and he will become what he should be."

That also applies to YOU. Learn to speak the truth to yourself about what you should be. Shake off the negative thoughts, the pessimistic evaluations of yourself, and the harmful thoughts about your abilities and your future. They are all lies. The Bible says, "I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; Therefore, choose life that both you and your descendants may live." Deuteronomy 30:19

You've the power to choose life and death, blessing or the curse. Being a leader, choose everyday living. Yes, it's that straightforward. You might have the energy to make that option. You are able to go using the flow of negativism, doubt, and fear which is so rampant in our society. Or, you can pick to bless your existence, your dreams, your household, your work, as well as your whole environment. You are able to make a difference!

One person told me that she arrives at her office one hour before anyone else. In that hour, she walks the halls praying for everyone who works there and for the goals and the tasks at hand. She speaks blessing over the entire building. She is choosing life. From what I've been teaching you in this book, let me give you some truths to speak to yourself and your environment.

You might have the power. You are able to go with the flow of negativism, doubt, and fear that is so rampant in our society. Or, you are able to select to bless your everyday living, your dreams, your household, your work, as well as your complete atmosphere. You can make a difference!