Are You Puzzled by the Puzzle of Life?: Lessons to Remember As You Pursue Your Purpose - Softcover

Vitale, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0966617401 ISBN 13: 9780966617405

Publisher: Vital Communications Inc, 1998

Synopsis

The only failure is not to try. George Clooney Finding your purpose in life can be a challenging process, but it is definitely something you can conquer.Are You Puzzled by the Puzzle of Life? is written as a reminder of the many basics in this complex world. You will rediscover numerous key thoughts and ideas that you have learned before, along with many you may have never encountered.Allow this book to become a tool for you during your journey to find your purpose. Let the quotes, thoughts and ideas of many throughout the pages sink in so you can recall and apply them when necessary.In everything you do, remember All You Have Is Your Name. Be aware that Perception Is Reality. Consider the fact that You Only Live Once, and know that you alone have the power to live the kind of life you desire. These are only a few of the lessons which will hopefully help guide you while traveling the path you have chosen.

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About the Author

Paul Vitale has become one of America s most sought-out professional speakers and trainers. Since founding Vital Communications, Inc. in 1996, Paul has authored several books, developed a handful of curriculums, published the first in a series of CD recordings, and energized hundreds of thousands throughout America and around the globe. His dynamic speaking style enthralls audiences and leaves them wanting more. Paul s ability to encourage people to reach their full potential has been described by his audiences as extraordinary. His expertise in various areas such as sales, leadership and customer service keeps him in high demand with clients such as ESPN, the Minnesota Vikings, the United States Postal Service, Southwest Airlines, Dole Hong Kong, Ltd. and the United States Chamber of Commerce.Paul is a native of Russellville, Arkansas and received his degree in mass communications and journalism from the University of Central Arkansas. In his spare time, Paul enjoys volunteering with Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Arkansas Children s Hospital and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. He is a graduate of Leadership Greater Little Rock and was named one of the 40 under 40 by Arkansas Business. Paul currently resides in Little Rock with his wife, Jessica.

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Chapter I- You Can't Finish Unless You Begin

When I was ten years old I had a life-changing experience that introduced me to the wonderful feeling of being important. I had the opportunity to attend my first professional baseball game at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I was sitting in the stands with my popcorn and coke in hand watching the Pittsburgh Pirates play the San Diego Padres. I was having the time of my life when suddenly a foul ball was hit. Although this may not sound like an unusual occurrence, for me this ball was a catalyst that started a chain of events that will make that night go down in history.

For some reason, I stood up and was looking for the ball when suddenly there was a white blur headed my way. Before I had a chance to move, the ball struck me with a strong blow to the chest. The next thing I knew my father was at my side asking if I was okay. I tried to speak but soon discovered that the breath had been knocked out of me. The stadium's medical crew came and rushed me downstairs to the emergency room where they x-rayed my chest. The doctor informed that I had three broken ribs, but once he taped me up, I would be fine to finish watching the game.

At that point I was ready to go home, but my father insisted that we go back and finish the game. Needless to say, I wasn't exactly thrilled at the prospect of returning to the stands--then everything changed. As we walked down to our seats, a man looked at me and said, "Arent you the little boy who got hit with the foul ball?" I nodded my head and he stood and shook my hand. Then one by one, people were standing and shaking my hand as I walked to my seat. Soon the game stopped. Before I knew it, the entire crowd was giving me a standing ovation. Then, as if the ovation werent amazing enough, I looked up and saw myself on the big screen.

At that point, I truly knew what it felt like to be special. Hundreds of total strangers cared enough about my well-being that they stopped the game just to let me know that they were glad I was okay. To this day, I can still distinctly remember the feeling I had that night.

A stadium of people, whom I will never have the opportunity to thank, unknowingly helped me pinpoint what it is I want to do with my life. After this event, I realized that my purpose in life was to try to make everyone with whom I came into contact realize that even if they werent getting a standing ovation at Three Rivers Stadium, they were certainly special enough to deserve one.

Edition details

• Publisher: Vital Communications Inc
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0966617401
• ISBN 13: 9780966617405
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 186