Opening Doors Within
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Did you ever look at “cloud animals” in the sky?
Ever create a spaceship out of an empty refrigerator box?
How about pretending you were a super hero or movie star?
What do these all have in common?
Imagination
Imagination is necessary to transform these thoughts into reality. Ok, ok, maybe not your ordinary reality, but reality none the less. As children, there are no boundaries on imagination. They can open the doors within their minds and tap into those creative forces. Whatever they can imagine becomes reality to them. The sky’s the limit!
Then, life happens…
As we grow older, boundaries and limits start to confine and constrict our imaginations. We’re told to quit day-dreaming, get our heads out of the clouds, grow up and face reality. Ouch! Our creativity is stifled, our imagination is cut short. There’s no place in the adult world for such frivolous things as imagination.
Well guess what? Nothing could be farther from the truth! How does that sound? Are you ready to open the doors within and re-discover your imagination and how important it is to your success in life?
An idea is an impulse of thought that impels action, an appeal to the imagination.
Napoleon Hill
Imagination is the secret ingredient for success. It transforms intangible thoughts into tangible reality by creating ways to accomplish things that have never been tried before. Thought impulses tap into the creative source – energy. Everything begins as energy, which becomes thoughts, which becomes reality through utilizing your imagination. Everything surrounding us today was the product of someone’s imagination. Things like cars, telephones, radio, airplanes, televisions, computers … the list is endless.
Most of us do not use our full capabilities in regards to our imagination. Combining imagination with belief, faith and desire creates new realities. Each one of us has the power within to transform our visions that we create into reality by utilizing this misunderstood tool – imagination.
Napoleon Hill explains that the imaginative faculty functions in two forms:
- Synthetic Imagination – the arranging of old concepts, ideas or plans into new combinations. This faculty creates nothing. It merely works with the material of experience, education and observation with which it is fed. Not very original or empowering.
- Creative Imagination – Through the faculty of creative imagination, the finite mind of man has direct communication with Infinite Intelligence. Through this, “hunches” and “inspirations” are received. This generates “think-outside-the-box” ideas. These ideas are above and beyond the normal way of doing things. Talk about empowering!
This creative imagination works automatically when the conscious mind is stimulated through the emotion of a strong desire. The more you use this faculty, the more alert and active it becomes. Imagination creates synergy and synchronicity flows from that.
I’ve already mentioned in past posts how important discovering your passion is. To achieve this vision, using your creative imagination is vital. You are navigating uncharted territories where coming up with unique, new ways to accomplish your dreams are necessary. If you are not experiencing the success you desire in your life, you need to tap into your creative imagination and create new solutions or strategies.
Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.
Napoleon Hill
So I challenge you to open that door within and allow your creative imagination to flow. It will help you in discovering the steps to your dreams and visions. When you feel stymied or stuck, take it to a higher level by using your child-like imagination. The universe is the limit!
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I totally agree with you Val! When we grow up we tend to be more “practical” and settled in to our own little worlds. We all need to take out creative imagination for a spin once in a while:) Thanks for reminding us!
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
July 31st, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Glyna,
I like that – take our creative imagination for a spin.
Choosing not to settle in and get too comfortable with where we are is a great way to expand and grow.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts,
Val
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Twitter: angielay
says:
Great stuff, Val! So many people have been conditioned to suppress their imagination through “mainstream” training during their school years, and never give themselves permission to use their imagination to find what they’re looking for.
It’s amazing what we can accomplish when we give ourselves that permission and start using the imagination! There’s so much I learn from watching children!
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
July 31st, 2010 at 8:32 pm
Angie,
It is crazy how much our creativity has been held back by everyday living and fitting into the norm. Product of the Industrial Age that has not yet released it’s hold on society’s thinking.
Giving yourself permission is an awesome way to support creative imagination.
Val
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Twitter: timcolletti
says:
Hey Val…a really great post. In essence, we need to revert back to our childhood. After all, children have the best imaginations of anyone I can think of.
~ Tim
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 1st, 2010 at 6:09 am
Tim,
Absolutely! Look at life through a child’s eye and believe that you can achieve anything that you want! A child does have the most open imagination.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts,
Val
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I use to get notes sent home from my teachers all the time saying, “Nikki day-dreams too much.” Now, wait a minute, I automatically assumed this was a bad thing and so did my parents. This was the universe giving me a compliment. What strange, muddled language it uses to get through to us sometimes. Thanks for sharing this, Val. I intent to be Big!
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 1st, 2010 at 12:03 pm
Nicole,
I think many of us had similar experiences about day dreams and using our imagination. The Universe did not send muddled messages, our programs caused us to muddy the waters with our “expectations” and “rules.” LOL
Thank you for sharing this great insight!
Val
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Val – this blog reminds me of a question in one of the many profiles I have completed on the internet; What is the one superhuman trait you would like to have ?
My response was(still is): Imagination and I still have it – I can go anywhere, amytime, anyway I care to go with my imagination !
Thanks again Val for your wonderful “positive mental attitude” blog posts
- Bob White
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 2nd, 2010 at 1:14 pm
Bob,
Glad you use your imagination to it’s fullest! Always great to develop your imagination to step into anything that presents itself to you.
Val
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This is a beautifully written post, Val. I couldn’t agree more that imagination (thinking outside of the box) is truly the key to success! It’s really fun to be in business with an almost 3 year old in the house …. his little mind is bursting with creativity and I feel like it’s re-awakening parts of me that have been dormant for years! So the trick then becomes, how to tap in to that child-like wonder when there are no children around?
Lots to consider. And yes, knowing your passions is the perfect place to start!
Oh, and last thing … I love that we both were writing about superheroes this week!
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 2nd, 2010 at 1:16 pm
Thank you Beth,
I may not have a 3 year old to keep me up on imagination, but I have a friend who always thinks out-side-the-box and asks “why not!” This keeps me on my toes.
Superheroes never go out of style. I noticed the similarity while on your site!
Val
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Twitter: sandhan
says:
Great job Val… you really summarised this chapter of Napoleon Hill’s classic Think and Grow Rich perfectly!
Our only limitation lies in the limits we place on ourselves…
Always find your post invaluable and enJOYable…
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 2nd, 2010 at 1:18 pm
Sandhan,
This is to remind me to let go of limits and open to all the possibilities!
Thank you for your continued support and encouraging words. You rock Sandhan!
Val
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Wow! Val, what an important post. As I child I used to act and my imagination went wild. Just as you said, it got squelched and I find it hard to get back that ability to visualize. I’m going to work on your suggestion to basically pretend I’m a child again and see what happens.
Thank you for this, as always, your posts are insightful, thought provoking, and so meaningful.
Sandy
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 2nd, 2010 at 2:10 pm
Thanks Sandy,
When you get stuck, just think of how you used to pretend as a kid. Just have fun!
Val
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Hi Val,
It’s no wonder that so many adults are stuck living boring, fearful lives. It sometimes seems like there’s a conspiracy to take imaginative, wide-eyed children and take all that is good and innocent from them.
Imagination is key to our success and to the success of our humanity. I love the distinction that Napoleon Hill makes between synthetic and creative imagination. After recently reviewing this chapter in Think and Grow Rich I can’t help but keeping my focus on allowing creative imagination into my life. It’s all about being connected to our source (who I choose to call God), and being open to inspiration as we receive it.
Thanks for this great information, and for reminding us of the importance of imagination. Let’s spend more time encouraging imagination in others, rather than trying to discourage…
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 3rd, 2010 at 6:35 am
Kathy,
Life is changing some now. There is a movement afoot which recognizes learning should be formatted differently. Creative imagination will take us far. Being connected to the Source connects us to all so I agree with you on encouraging more to join us!
Val
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Napoleon Hill’s Book “Think and Grow Rich” is my all time favorite. I’ve been reading it since the 70′s. That book freed my mindset and I have been in my own business ever since. You have graciously captured the essence of what he says. I love this post! Thanks Val
Donna
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 3rd, 2010 at 6:37 am
Donna,
It took a couple of times reading the book to really understand the messages it contained. I was “trying” too hard to find what was right there all along. I just was not ready to listen until now!
Thanks so much for your encouragement,
Val
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Twitter: kenpickard
says:
Val,
What a perfect written post. It’s amazing how our creative imagination gets replaced by our synthetic imagination. We allow this to happen and we have the answers on how to reverse it. For those who truly understand what a creative imagination is and how to tap into it constantly have the upper advantage for making a successful career in anything they do.
Thanks for sharing your wonderful gifts.
Ken Pickard
The Network Dad
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 3rd, 2010 at 6:38 am
Ken,
I so agree with you on allowing our creative side to flourish by tapping into it. It is a key ingredient to life’s successes.
Here’s to going with the creative flow!
Val
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A beautiful post Val. Believe it or not, senior citizens and the older population can sometimes have as vivid an imagination as children do. Our creativity ability need never stop unless we want it to.
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 3rd, 2010 at 6:02 pm
Annette,
Creative imagination has no age limits. I believe as we grow older, our perspectives change & we realize life is about enjoying. My Grandmother had so many dreams, she never stopped moving towards them!
Here’s to living in every age with creative imagination!
Val
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Twitter: kelliehosaka
says:
Awesome post Val! Yes for Creative Imagination! Thank you for always putting difficult words and concepts into such a beautifully way that all of us can grasp. You are very skilled in your writing!
I love being in our mastermind with you. Thank you!
Aloha,
Kellie
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 4th, 2010 at 1:26 pm
Kellie,
I appreciate your encouraging words. I’m so glad we have gotten to know each other better through the Mastermind,
Val
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Thanks Val, really good to speak with you last night also! You’ve got some great things going on
Take care and keep in touch,
Gavin
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 4th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
Gavin,
Thanks for checking in today! I thoroughly enjoyed having a chance to get to know you better.
Have an awesome day!
Val
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Yet another impressive post! I understand that there is a new diagnosis of children that is called NDD – Nature Deficit Disorder. Imagine that! Due to video games and movies we now have a new disorder to medicate our children with. We are doing it to ourselves, which is likely why the words “Forgive them they know not what they do” are so important to our lives.
Your site is gaining so much ground my friend and your thinking BIG is the reason why! Lets catch up shall we?
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 5th, 2010 at 6:38 pm
My dear Kellie,
That disorder does not surprise me at all! Replacing self imagination with games, videos & TV that promote empty, no-thought reactions. Sad…
Thank you for your support. Definitely time to catch up!
Val
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Hey My Friend, once again you are spot on! Imagination is the keys to the planet, it frees our spirit and enables us to see things in a new light. Thanks for this wonderful post! Douglas
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 5th, 2010 at 6:38 pm
Hey Doug,
Creative imagination – here we come!!!!
Have a great one,
Val
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Val ~
I’ll go along with Glyna and say it’s time to give our imaginations a whirl!
We adults just tend to take life a little too seriously and fill our days with activities that turn into blatant chores and drudgery. Every day can meld into the next and before you know it, a year has gone by, and then another. Phooey on that!
Love your creative energy,
Melanie
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 9th, 2010 at 11:16 am
Melanie,
I agree that if you do not stay in the moment and enjoy the here and now, life just moves on past you. Time to slow down and create some imagination along the way!
Val
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“Be Big! The world needs you.” I like that…
Thoughts create things…Good and bad
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Val valwilcox.com Reply:
August 12th, 2010 at 5:08 pm
Hey Nick,
The world DOES need you, so step into it and be BIG!
There really isn’t good and bad, it’s all in how we perceive an event.
We choose the meanings.
Choose well,
Val
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