Pulling Together in Love
I just learned that geese love and cooperate and pull together in a way that we can certainly benefit from understanding. Are you attempting to do it all alone? Do you believe that YOU have to have all the qualities within yourself, all the strength, all the drive, all the love, all the desire? Do you allow others to assist you or teach you or —- love you?
I have discovered that when I allow others into my life, into my sphere of influence, into my projects — yes, for awhile I may have to slow down, change direction and not see the results I want. But other people add so much richness, they provide another dimension, a different perspective. Sometimes they motivate me when I feel like giving up or they become a role model for me to follow.
Please enjoy this brief movie about the power of pullling togther as a team. Pulling together is essential for ALL relationships – family, friends, colleagues, acquaintances and most of all, with our most intimate partners. Love is not enough if we are not pulling together as a team and helping each other fly in the direction of our dreams.
http://www.pullingtogethermovie.com/?cm_mmc=Responsys-_-MO-_-8.30.10-_-PUTGmovie
Please share your thoughts and responses about pulling together.
Warmly,
Dr. Erica
September 2nd, 2010 at 12:13 pm
I think teamwork is what builds community…of course we can go it alone but humans were created in community. collective living and sharing to make this world all the better.
Even in wealth creation, you will see the same thing..once you put a team together things develop and grow into something far bigger and better than you could have ever imagined or got to alone..IMHO.
I also believe that there is a shift happening and there will be more and more co creativity forming business and government for years to come. WE have become disconnected from ourselves and from each other. It is no longer server the higher good the way we need it to…wonderful video to underline all these behaviours.
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September 2nd, 2010 at 9:26 pm
Rebecca,
Thanks for your thoughtful comment. I agree that the teamwork effect can be synergistic, creating more than each person could create alone – as long as we retain our own individuality in the process. So often, one or more persons give up their needs, lose their voice because one person attempts to overpower the others. Birds can teach us a lot about the way it really works.
Warmly,
Erica
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September 2nd, 2010 at 8:54 pm
I did know why geese fly in a V and they do mate for life but I did not know about assisting one that has left the flock, Thanks so much for sharing that Erica it brings tears to my eyes.
Michael
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September 2nd, 2010 at 9:19 pm
Animals have nurturing instincts that we could really learn from. That touches my heart that you felt tearful about how much these birds take care of each other. Humans have that instinct as well, but we have these minds and thoughts that get so confused from all the mixed messages we receive in the world. Meditation, self-reflection and supportive counseling and creating loving relationships can help us to let go of the confusion and actually live in that love space.
Warmly,
Erica
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September 3rd, 2010 at 4:46 pm
Erica, very nice video. That company really has some very nice videos and nicely done. Pulling together – I never knew that about the geese. We certainly can learn a great deal from animals. They don’t seem to have all the problems us humans have which are pretty much self-induced! Nice post my friend
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Dr. Erica Goodstone Reply:
September 3rd, 2010 at 9:42 pm
Thanks Lesly. I agree. We have so much to learn from the way animals simply are…. And by the way, I absolutely loved your recent post, The Art of Aging.
Warmly,
Erica
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September 4th, 2010 at 3:44 pm
Hello Dr.,
As I read this I thought about a recent vacation I took to San Diego with my kids. I thought about all the fun we had talking and laughing and of course arguing…:) and I think that if I would have been on that trip by myself it would have been horrible.
We have to bring people into our lives because it really doesn’t matter what the destination is if there is no one there to enjoy it with you.
Enjoy the ride,
Rafael
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September 4th, 2010 at 7:16 pm
Rafael,
What a lovely, heartfelt comment.
Warmly,
Erica
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September 4th, 2010 at 5:59 pm
Erica,
Very cool. There is so much we can learn from these geese. They are willing to be strong and lead as well as receive support and help from the others. Working together these birds cover incredible distances that they would not be able to do alone.
We cannot do it alone either.
Thanks Erica for your messages of love, support and giving. You are truly an inspiration in our lives.
Thanks,
~ Pat and Lorna
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September 4th, 2010 at 7:17 pm
And you two continue to be the coolest couple, no matter what Jimmy Kimmel wants to think. Thanks for your continued support.
Warmly,
Erica
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September 4th, 2010 at 6:19 pm
Thank you Erica! Love the video.
Together we truly can do more. I really love the material and can tell you are an expert in your field.
Wanted to share something I know you know and thought this would add value to your readers.
3 Levels of Relationship
Level 1 – Self-Centered. My needs come first.
Level 2 – Horse Trading. I’ll give you this in return for that.
Level 3 – Giving Fully. Your needs are my needs.
When we get to Level 3 that’s when we see the magic. Relationships are not 50/50, they are 100/100. Any less and we will have some major challenges.
In nature 1+1=3. One horse can pull 500 pounds. Two horses together can pull 1500 pounds.
With humans I believe 1+1=11 because humans get stuck when they are alone. The other can pull the other person up and by giving fully to the other person, each receives back 100% of their partners efforts plus 10X return of what they gave out.
To Your Genius,
Eiji “A.G.” Morishita
Genius Squared Trainings
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September 4th, 2010 at 7:26 pm
Eiji,
Now I understand why your trainings are called genius squared. They are not just about intelligence, they are about sharing love and creating magic. You have defined, in such simple terms, what my previous post (which I don’t think you saw) was all about.
The title is: “Are You Willing to Give 100%,” all about the 100/0 rule. The fact is that someone has to give 100% first and can possibly pull the other person up until they are ready to also contribute 100%. I do see that often with the couples I counsel.
Thank you for your wonderful comment that I have a feeling I will be using in my future writing and courses.
Warmly,
Erica
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September 5th, 2010 at 12:28 am
Erica,
Beautiful video on the power of teamwork. We all can learn so much from the power of “formation” and the synergy it provides. It’s a struggle for me to surrender power and control, yet I know to really grow and help more people, that I must.
Thanks so much,
Adam
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September 5th, 2010 at 3:39 am
Adam, The problem with letting go of control is that other people do not do things the same way that we would prefer. So the process can be frustrating. But the end result is often much greater than either could have accomplished alone.
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September 5th, 2010 at 1:54 am
Erica,
Another great post reminding us to step into conscious thinking. For too long people have been moving towards self instead of the whole of mankind. That is changing throughout the world as we speak.
Living my life fully means sharing and learning alongside others. I know going it alone would leave me depleted and unable to create what is created around me. Love all the connections that have and are forming around us every day.
Simple Truths has so many awesome videos. Great lessons in each one. Thanks for sharing this one today,
Val
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September 5th, 2010 at 3:42 am
Val, I love the image of the birds behind being supported by the birds ahead and if one is injured, some of their pals drop out of the formation and remain to assist. When we help each other like that, there may be some delays and some frustration, but feeling that love and support is also the most important quality for healthy aging and longevity.
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September 14th, 2010 at 3:28 am
I actually find that interesting. Been browsing your blog for a couple days now and I truly enjoy what I see. Keep up the good work!
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September 16th, 2010 at 3:07 pm
powerful vid dr erica, thanks for sharing. jim rohn says there is nothing more powerful than 2 or 3 people working together towards a common goal. i love our system of tribes in social media, my business partner in herbalife, and my life partner in marriage. and how much more fun it is to be sharing success than going at it alone!
thank you
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November 7th, 2010 at 1:16 am
Melissa,
I just noticed your comment here today, November 6th.
Happy to hear that you are enjoying your business partner and your life partner. Miss you in the TSA tribe and our mastermind calls.
Hope your business is thriving now.
Erica
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November 5th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
Erica, thanks for sharing the beautiful video and your thoughts. The power is in the network we build.
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November 7th, 2010 at 1:17 am
That is so true. None of us can really do it alone – and if we can – what joy is there if we have nobody to share it with.
Erica
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