Mastery: The Keys to Success and Long-Term Fulfillment
In Mastery by George Leonard , the author describes 5 keys to long-term success and fulfillment as: Instruction Practice Surrender Intentionality The Edge – Push the envelope and Mastery is: The process where what was difficult becomes both easier and more pleasurable Long-term dedication to the journey – not the bottom line Gaining mental discipline to travel further on your journey Being goalless Realizing that the pleasure of practice is intensified Creating deep roots Knowing that you will never reach a final destination Being diligent with the process of mastery Your commitment to hone your skills After you have reached the top of the mountain, climb another one Being willing to practice, even when you seem to be getting no where Making this a life process Being patient, while you apply long-term efforts Appreciating and even enjoying the plateau, as much as you do the progress Practicing for the sake of practice Winning graciously, and l...