“The first move toward mastery is always inward – learning who you really are and reconnecting with that innate force” – Robert Greene
This was the ending of last week’s article where I spoke of how a certain performance touched the depths of my soul. What stood out for me above all were two things; the musicians mastery of both instrument and self.
As I sat in the audience, it was enthralling to watch how the instruments were manipulated and all the while, the performers’ composure remained steady. It was even more enthralling to watch and listen to how the audience became engaged as a result of this. Yes I am getting to my point for this week. MASTERY.
Mastering to the point of simplicity (I know I sound like a broken record!)
Mastering to the point of happiness.
Mastering to the point of purpose.
I will keep it short this week.
Recipe for mastery.
1 pinch of awareness
2 bales of discipline
4 bales of persistence
8 bales of practice.
1 pinch of interest
A sprinkle of mentors to your taste.
I am no expert. I’m sure there’s more that can be added to this list. However, observing those who appear to have mastered an aspect of their lives, allows me to put together what I think would be the minimum required for each person on the quest to scale MASTERY.
I am a master.
I am waiting for you to look within to find me.
I reside in you, however, I do get lost in all that is within you.
Allow me to grow.
Allow me to break out of your shell.
Allow me to let you shine.
Dear reader,
I challenge you. I challenge me.
“Become who you are by learning who you are.”
― Robert Greene,
Who knew that a musical performance could lead down this road!