“Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” -- Helen Keller

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”  -- Mark Twain

It’s astounding how Helen Keller, who couldn’t see or hear, had more insight than so many people who have all of their senses.  Life is truly filled with incredible wonder and unlimited potential.  However, if you don’t recognize this, or believe it, for you it doesn’t exist.

There are those, who like Helen Keller, make their life an adventure.  At the same time, many others have convinced themselves that life is a disappointing struggle littered with broken dreams.  Your beliefs create your reality.  If you think you can do something, you are right.  If you think something is impossible, you are also right.  The choice is yours.

How you experience life is a chain reaction.  Your attitude determines your outlook which in turn controls your actions.  Your actions determine what happens.  If you aren’t happy with the direction of your life, only your action will change it.

Regardless of where you are now, you can have a great adventure.  It doesn’t matter how old you are.  All it takes is fanning your desire and taking action.  You can do anything you desire; travel, explore, meet people, expand your career, get a promotion, change careers, start a business, or get a degree, etc.

People who have a great adventure don’t wait for things to happen, they make them happen.  If you want or need different circumstances, go out and start doing whatever it takes.  However, you first need to know what is important to you and where you want to go.

Avoid paralysis by analysis.  A perfect life long plan isn’t required.  Your desired destination can be modified at any time.  Figure out what you want to be doing right now.  Set priorities.  Concentrate on what’s most important.  An extensive list of priorities will dilute your energy.

Create a plan which delineates the necessary steps required to take you on your chosen adventure.  Break down each step into small, manageable segments.  Taking many small steps is much more effective than not taking big steps.

Don’t be deterred by the potential for failure.  Failure only occurs when you give up.  In response to stumbles or falls, get back up and keep going.  Adjust your direction or strategy as needed.  Setbacks and obstacles are a normal part of any adventure.  Overcoming challenges makes you stronger and smarter.

Maintain your focus to stay on track.  Set priorities so you don’t get diverted from your adventure.  However, keep your mind open to all possibilities that will present themselves.  Adventures are adjustable at any time in order to maximize unexpected opportunities.

You don’t want to be haunted by things you intended to do but didn’t.  When you have great adventures, you will look back at your life with satisfaction rather than regret.  Your life will be rich in experiences.  You can experience any adventure you want.  Have fun.  Life is meant to be enjoyed. 

NOW AVAILABLE:  "Dare to Live Without Limits," the book.  Visit www.BryanGolden.com or your bookstore. Bryan is a management consultant, motivational speaker, author, and adjunct professor. E-mail Bryan at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or write him c/o this paper.  2010 Bryan Golden

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