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Posted by Mike Foster:

In 2005, just a year after he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, 49-year-old Steve Jobs told Stanford’s graduating class this:

“Your time is limited, do don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma–which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become.”

I read that tonight, on a warm evening, overlooking downtown Bangkok, right in the midst of following my heart. And let me tell you, Steve is 1000% right.

So are you following your heart? Or is the noise of others’ opinions drowning out what you truly want to become?

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http://www.roccocapra.com/ Rocco

This is sooo good.
http://www.mohan37.com/ mohan37

I definitely hear you, but we should also remember to seek good and godly council. There defjnitely a difference
Paula StuphClothing

this is great… the world so desperately wants us to conform to their ways, but God has a plan and we get be a part! We have gifts and desires that God has given us… no matter how crazy they may seem to the world, God is in them!
kenyongerbrandt

Yes. About a year ago I began a journey that forced me to ask the questions that brought me to the point where I HAD to believe what God had put in my heart rather than believing what I thought everyone else thought was in my heart. I'm the last guy on earth, the least qualified to do what I'm doing. BUT beyond the shadow of a doubt I KNOW that God has brought me to this place in the this time for this purpose. Like Metallica said, “Nothing else matters.”
http://twitter.com/jean2217 Jean Austin

This is exactly the “Out of the Boat” subject. Eight of us are studying “If You Want To Walk On Water…” and becoming more transparent with one another. Probably the most difficult part of following what God has placed on your heart is being still and listening. Not the same as hearing His voice, but understanding.
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

LOVE THAT!
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

for sure!
http://www.future-smiling.com Deb

Can I just tell you that this cracks me up because I not only mentioned Steve Jobs today, but titled my post 'Think Different' remembering the days of that old Apple campaign.

That Stanford speech is one of my favorites. Truly inspiring.

And I'm on the brink, to be honest. I have been hearing that it's time. Time to step out, you know. And so I am. (Gasp! )

Thanks for this great reminder!
Love!
deb
http://twitter.com/ariel1986 ariel1986

It's good to hear this – to be reminded that I'm following my heart – despite the fact that it is costing me and people I care a lot about a lot of money, I'm hoping I can eventually make up for that. I decided a long time ago that I wasn't going to compromise on my dreams, even if other people didn't always agree with my direction. I'm loving pursuing the (fairly long) path to where I eventually want to be!

My only confusion is that I still haven't figured out whether God and I want the same thing!!
http://rawfaithrealworld.wordpress.com/ RawFaith

When I was 14 my mother died of a really rare disease. Her doctor, a family friend, gave me the best adivce I ever got. Because they didn't if it was heridatary or acquired he told me… “If you get it you get it… if you get it you die… really live your life and make the most of your time.” I've always tried to live that way. Every day I live my passion working with kids, teaching music and mentoring them and helping them with life. Every night I finish the day knowing I'm doing exactly what I was created to do. It makes it's a lot better to deal with the hard times. It's a wonderful thing.
AJ

It's funny you post this. I'm in the middle of a situation where some people around me (who I respect) have said they can't see me succeeding in this new job. BUT I know this is where I'm called/meant to be, and even though their opinions mean a lot to me, I have to press on.

Scares the crap outta me.
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

being scared is a good thing…it means youre taking a risk! keep pressing on!
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

OMG! LOVE THAT! im totally inspired by you right now!
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

just curious…what are you pursuing?
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

great minds think alike proud of you for going for it!
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

YES! love that youre risking in relationships…thats beautiful!
http://twitter.com/MikeFoster mike foster

we should definitely feel lucky to be part of a God plan.
http://twitter.com/ariel1986 ariel1986

Whoops, 6 days later and I've only just seen this – should have checked back!
I'm pursuing a career in Educational Psychology – it has been my dream since I was about 12, and so far it has involved making sure I made the right choices at A-level, 3 years worth of Psychology undergraduate degree, a year of work experience, qualifying as a teacher for Primary aged children, and now I'm about to start a Masters in Psychology of Education.

The final step on the journey will be a three year doctorate (PhD level) course in Educational Psychology, after which I'll be able to work as a qualified Educational Psychologist! I'm hoping that at some point in the next 3 years I'll be able to get a place on the course. It's a long journey, and it's financially demanding on me and my parents in terms of tuition fees for studying. But hopefully, at the end of the day, it'll be worth it!
http://twitter.com/ariel1986 ariel1986

Whoops, 6 days later and I’ve only just seen this – should have checked back!
I’m pursuing a career in Educational Psychology – it has been my dream since I was about 12, and so far it has involved making sure I made the right choices at A-level, 3 years worth of Psychology undergraduate degree, a year of work experience, qualifying as a teacher for Primary aged children, and now I’m about to start a Masters in Psychology of Education.

The final step on the journey will be a three year doctorate (PhD level) course in Educational Psychology, after which I’ll be able to work as a qualified Educational Psychologist! I’m hoping that at some point in the next 3 years I’ll be able to get a place on the course. It’s a long journey, and it’s financially demanding on me and my parents in terms of tuition fees for studying. But hopefully, at the end of the day, it’ll be worth it!

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