Pursuing Goals Passionately

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“The world needs dreamers and the world needs doers. But above all, the world needs dreamers who do.” – unknown-

When I was in third grade, Olivia Newton-John released her Totally Hot album. I had never wanted anything so much in my whole life (all eight years of it). My 25 cent allowance and lack of savings made a $7 album seem way out of reach.

The way I remember it, my mom thought it was a silly thing to spend money on and informed me I didn’t have enough money. But I wouldn’t be deterred. Eventually, I begged, borrowed, and did extra chores until I bought Totally Hot as my first album (and yes, it was a true vinyl album.)

I thought of this story when listening to the Ten Percent Happier podcast, The Science of Manifestation with Dr. James R. Doty. He has six steps for manifestation:

  1. Reclaim your power to focus
  2. Clarify what you truly want
  3. Remove the obstacles in your mind
  4. Embed the intention into our subconscious
  5. Pursue your goal passionately
  6. Let go of attachment to any particular outcome

[Side note: Dr. Doty also mentions the empty satisfaction of materialism, much preferring community and service for true happiness. For the record, I used Totally Hot to create dance routines with my friends. :)]

The Ten Percent Happier podcast also made me of blogging friend and author, Mark Petruska, who is a master manifester. So Vicki Atkinson and I talked with Mark in the latest episode of our podcast.

Mark tells us a great story about how he willed a campsite into existence. Even better, it was for his wife’s birthday! And it was in one of my favorite places – Mt. Rainier National Park!

We love Mark’s incredible mix of optimism, focus, and passion. So Vicki and I get him to elaborate how he harnesses the power of manifestation.

Building on the published work of Stanford professor, Dr. James Doty, we talk about the steps Dr. Doty suggests for manifesting outcomes in our lives. This isn’t just wishing for something, it is digging one’s heels in and passionately pursuing an outcome.

Which Mark illustrates beautifully with a great story about manifesting a refund.

This is a great episode about the power of setting our intentions, not listening to naysayers, and manifesting the things that are important. It’s inspirational, powerful, and fun!

I’m certain you’ll enjoy the scenic and beautiful places we go when we share the power of story.

We know you’ll love it!

Search (and subscribe!) for Sharing the Heart of the Matter on Apple, Amazon, Spotify or Pocket Casts OR Listen to it from your computer on Anchor: Episode 80: Mastering Manifestation with Mark Petruska

AND subscribe to our YouTube channel to see a video clip of each story: @SharingtheHeartoftheMatter.

Transcript for this episode: HoTM episode 80 transcript

Links for this Episode:

Mark My Words – MARK PETRUSKA | WRITER

Ohanapecosh, By Gosh! – Mark My Words (markpetruska.com)

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31 thoughts on “Pursuing Goals Passionately”

  1. I had no idea you were going to tie in Olivia Newton John. How fitting, as I love her music! “Magic” is my jam (and “Xanadu” is highly underrated…the song, at least; not so sure about the movie).

    Thanks again for having me!

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  4. Oh, the power of clarity and perseverance. I sometimes struggle with Doty’s #6, but I’m working on it.

    I can relate to your third-grade album goal too. My elementary school album wish was for ABC by the Jackson 5. Thank you for sharing this, Wynne ❤️

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    1. I struggle with that one too, Natalie! What’s the point of pursuing something passionately if you don’t get exactly what you want, right? But if I’m too focused, sometimes I don’t realize that I’ve already gotten what I need!

      And the Jackson 5 album — so good!

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  6. Oh my I loved Olivia Newton John. Back in the 80s we’d dress like her with leg warmers and bandanas. 🤣 Did you do that too?
    And yes, manifesting. There’s so much out there about this. I actually wrote a post about it, yet to be published. Soon! Will have to listen.

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    1. Oh yes! Another Olivia Newton John fan. We did the leg warmers but I don’t remember the bandanas. So funny!

      Can’t wait for your post!! Love it when we’re in sync, Alegria!

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  7. Love me some Olivia Newton John! 🥰💖😍 I have to agree that the empty satisfaction of materialism will only lead to emptiness and worthless stress. Great post Wynne! Enjoyed the podcast! 🎤😊🎧

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  8. I agree with, “The power of setting our intentions, not listening to naysayers, and manifesting the things that are important.” I would like to add, our belief in our ability to manifest the things that are important. That includes our good intentions for others.
    Lovely posy, Wynne.
    Love

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    1. What an insightful and thoughtful comment, Chaya! “I would like to add, our belief in our ability to manifest the things that are important. That includes our good intentions for others.” – wow, yes!! Thank you, my friend!

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    1. Isn’t that an interesting one, Edward? Especially after you go through the whole list? My take is that after we work so hard, we need to be open finding that we’ve gotten what we need. But you’re right, it’s worth more investigation.

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  13. Oh, did you have those dance routines on videotape? 😊 Definitely a great way to build community!

    Loved your interview with Mark. Manifesting is a newer term to me but I can see how the 6 principles can be helpful.

    I do like the point that you make in the interview that sometimes you have to let go or make a compromise, such as a specific camp site. I can see being a useful part of the process and in life too.

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