Your Prosperity Future

Understanding how your state of mind affects your energy and either enhances or blocks your success is fundamental to creating your future.

At a recent AMTA convention I had the chance to observe and talk to a lot of therapists and find out how they were doing. The responses were wide ranging but the underlying dynamics were consistent: The people who were curious and open to everything being presented were successful and the ones who had strong biases, positions and were close minded were struggling.

For example, one woman was extremely successful in her practice in western Massachusetts. She was also stopping at every booth, finding out what was being offered and asking a lot of questions. She was genuinely inquisitive and open to everything.

Conversely, one person who was struggling to get a practice going was cautious about coming up to the exhibitor’s tables, observed from a distance, didn’t ask questions and generally didn’t seem to be very open. I attempted to engave him in conversation and when I tried to give him an article that I thought would be beneficial, he refused to take it and said that he was skeptical about energy work and walked away.

The amazing thing to me was how he thought he was skeptical but his behavior and actions made it clear that he was simply closed. There is nothing wrong with this unless you are also trying to evolve and succeed. Here’s why.

When the mind is closed, it cannot see possibilities. A person may think that their mind is closed to one thing but that’s not how the mind works. The mechanism for blocking something out is either on or off. It’s the difference between being in a closet or looking out at a beautiful expansive view. Even though there can be creativity in a closet, there is nothing like getting into an expansive place to open up the possibilities. 

The person with the open mind who is constantly seeking is living in a spiritually awakened state that presents constant input and possibilities. Not only is this a wonderful and healthy state to be in. It’s also fundamental to success. Success comes from seeing possibilities and thinking in new and different ways. That can only happen when the mind is open to stimulus and being fed a diet rich with new ideas and experiences.

The question is, how do you stay open and is there anything you can do to stay open. The answer is a resounding yes!

It starts by taking active control of your environment. Do not settle for being in a dark space with low light. Almost without exception people who prefer low light levels are also chronically depressed or closed to new ways of doing things. Light is essential for stimulating the brain. The studies of the affect of light on the brain and emotions are plentiful.

Beauty is very important as well. Make sure where you are has beautiful sights, sounds and smells. These all either open you or close you. Take control. Use flowers, pictures, and whatever you can to improve your environment. If you can create living or working in a beautiful place with a view you will find your thinking expanding. If you can’t live or work in it, at least take breaks and go out and look around. Feel the sky over your head. (Head space is important. It feeds the crown chakra and allows your aura to expand.)

And get out and see the world. That’s why travel and new experiences are so important to creating success. It can be going to a convention, on a vacation to a beautiful place, taking classes, or trying new things that you have never done before. If you find it brings up some fear or excitement, it’s probably a good sign that it’s important to do.

And of course, do energy work on yourself that keeps your systems clear and open so you can continue to expand and grow.

So watch your behavior and notice how inquisitive you are and use it as a barometer of your openness. The more you can open the more you will succeed. The more time you stay open the more that will become your default state. The profound levels wellness and success this creates will manifest in all areas of our life.

In Prosperity,
Kris

p.s. Please share your experiences with being open or closed and how it has affected your success. We all have  much to learn from each other.

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The greatest irony is that the people who need to read this the most are the ones who are least likely to read this blog. However, if you are creating a better life, please share this with those who you want to help.

These are truly amazing times. During the past month of meeting people at Spa Tech Open Houses and finishing off with the final ARYSE of the year, we are seeing a level of fear, creativity and manifestation, that goes far beyond anything we can remember. The causes, reactions and opportunities are extremely high. What does this mean for you and your prosperity? Everything.

To begin with, start by understanding the sources of the fear. We are overexposed to every bad thing that happens. Access to news (usually bad news because that’s what drives the industry) and the pure saturation and gory details has permeated all aspects of our lives. Most people listen to radio, watch television and get their news online, both by looking for it and having it pushed through ads and emails. The simple fear of being cut off from the news is horrifying to most people. 

What is unprecedented is the range of things to be afraid of. Between the economy, terrorism, and crime, all drivers of political agendas, we are exposed on a global level to things that we would never have known about in the past. But the scope has expanded to other political issues like health, food supply and the environment. And of course, our most basic fears of inadaquacy have seen a new level of commercial exploit with emails, stories and constant advertisements that we need better bodies or body parts, have more hair, drive better cars, and have better sex, just to name a few.

With H1N1 we are afraid of going out in the world, being close to other people or of letting our children or ourselves do anything. We are taught to fear the sun, going out at night, traveling, buying food that can kill us, being laid off from our jobs and losing everything, taking out loans to make our lives better and having our identities stolen. In fact, is there any aspect of our life that is not dominated by fear? FDR said, “We have nothing to fear but fear itself.”  But it seems like fear is the predominant theme that most people live by.  It’s a powerful motivator and everyone from the politicians to the marketing departments know that fear is the best tool they have to control people.

Okay, so we are in a high fear environment. What does it do to us and how can we get beyond it so we are living our lives instead of the lives that others want us to live?

Fear causes multiple reactions. The ones that most people focus on are fight or flight. People become irritable, confrontational or they run away from what they are afraid of. Either reaction can be self limiting by missing opportunities, burning bridges or blowing up what’s already working. But the bigger problem is that it’s very different to fight for or run towards what you want instead of only fighting against or running away from something you are afraid of. One is based on love and creativity and the other is based on fear and avoidance. Only one leads you to connecting with your source where you manifest what you desire and need.

But the biggest reaction, which is often overlooked, is to freeze. Just like a deer in the headlights, we freeze and are afraid to take action. We can’t make decisions which leads to inaction. Our vision or perception is shut down and we can’t see opportunities. Rather than perceiving opportunities to grow, change or move forward, we only see the thing we are afraid of. And next thing we know, our hopes and dreams are road kill on the highway of life.

The other reaction that is also overlooked is fear overload or denial. This is when we lose the ability to process any more fear and go into denial that there are dangers. This leads to high risk behavior that is also self defeating. Unprotected sex, drug abuse and binge anything are all related to this pattern. People stop paying attention and shift to a high stimuli experience that blocks out most information, including important guidance and opportunities.

Again, all four of these reactions lead to limiting opportunity and potential disaster. Crisis is the normal outcome and the danger that we have been afraid of has been validated as real. This is a useful learning mechanism in our educational process which keeps us alive, but often we don’t learn the correct thing. It reinforces doing the behavior that we are most comfortable rather than seeing how that behavior created the result. Fascinating.

The reason the Open Houses and ARYSE were so interesting now is that most of the people who are attending are the people who are not hooked into limiting patterns by fear. They are the ones who see opportunity to grow, change and move towards their dreams. It is an exceptional group of people who continue to focus on where they want to be instead of what the situation is forcing them to do. Whether it’s people who have been laid off and see it as a wonderful chance to do something that is meaningful and life affirming, or people who are already in the industry and helping people navigate this time of their lives, the ones who are actively growing are changing the world. They are the example of the successful person who manifests what they want. They are focused on a more perfect life full of the people and experiences they love.

But the other really exciting thing is to see how the extreme concentration of bad news is increasing the number of people who are waking up to new concepts and opportunities. It started with a lot of people voting for Hope and Change, much of which has been disappointing. But this has also forced them to become the change that they want to see.  They are realizing that the only change that they can truly believe in is the one that happens inside themselves. And they are discovering that the only thing that is real is their connection to source and energy, not the promises that are made by advertisements and politicians. We are at the dawn of a new awakening. And as energy workers, we are in the position to do more to help more people than ever before.

So how is it that some people are able to focus on their dreams while others cannot? 

First, and foremost, these people categorically have stronger and more aligned energy systems. Many of them have been focused on their energy practices for many years, whether through meditation, the work they do or how they take care of themselves with regular sessions. With ARYSE it was very clear how the people that are getting regular sessions are in the best shape energetically. Those getting Polarity sessions are stronger. But by far, the strongest group of all has been the people who are giving Polarity sessions. The focus on their mission and the energy flowing through them is amazing. Because they are radiating energy there is very limited opportunity for fear to get in. The more they are doing energy work, the stronger they are.

Second, they often have gone through a time of crisis and broken the pattern of letting fear run their lives. During whatever crisis they experienced, they had a divine moment when they decided to change what they had been doing in the past and move forward into trying a new response to adversity. In the process they discovered how to recognize their default reaction to fear and to take a more conscious path. It started with one great leap of faith that changed their lives forever. From there they were able to establish new patterns when faced with fear. They have been able to recognize the events that occur but they interpret them differently than the majority of the people. From their foundation of staying focused on their mission, they are able to follow the energy and it leads them opportunity.

The third is that they have put what they learned into practice. Whether it’s getting regular sessions or immersing themselves into doing the work, they have made it happen. They have moved fully into making it an integral part of their life. They don’t just talk about it, they actually are doing it.They have made and continue to make the commitment every day. And that makes all the difference.

So what have we learned? Basically this. The news and events are useful information. However, the fear generated by the reporting and propaganda are usually detrimental to your success. As others have shown, it is within your power to change this. By understanding how you react to fear, making the choice to succeed, defining what that means, and taking the leap of faith to move toward what you want instead of away from what you fear, you can change you life and fulfill your dreams. But to succeed you can’t just say you are going to do it. You have to commit to it every day. Only the act of focusing on your mission and actually doing what makes you clearer and more aligned can you achieve the shift to a better life.

Keep up the good work. It’s so exciting to see the great things that are happening.

Sincerely,
Kris Stecker

p.s. What’s your story that can help others?

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When times are tough, it’s more important than ever to use every tool you have to succeed. This has never been truer than now. Even though an economic meltdown has been averted, the hardest is yet to come.

We are in a global economy and the rest of the world is hungry to eat your lunch. This is the stark reality. The prosperity of the past two decades has been an illusion driven by a credit bubble. That’s over and now the gloobal playing field is more level. Therefore we are all faced with a new set of challenges in manifesting what we desire.  You have to bring your “A” game to be prosperous in this environment.

The challenges are many:

• With the exception of student federal aid, new government rules are making it harder to borrow money
• New jobs will not be created until businesses can borrow money
• Through taxes we will have to pay back the money the government borrowed: This will take a long time and reduce your personal income
• An increasing population will continue to increase demand for everything, making everything more expensive
• An expanding population increases the risk of disease and shortages in health-care
• The health-care system will become increasingly strained and therefore more expensive
• Every one’s stress will continue to rise making us more vulnerable to disease
• There is no easy way out

As an optimist, I hate to bring this news. However, that’s the reality we’re facing. But here’s another reality. There are people who are going to be thriving. They are the ones with the clarity to see the opportunities that are created by the chaos. But why will they thrive while most people will flounder?

Clarity, focus and health will be their advantage. These are all things that you have a high degree of control over if you choose them.

This is so simple it seems silly to repeat it, but I know without a doubt that only a few people are smart enough to do what I’m about to recommend. You see, the solution is simple but people have too many internal barriers to giving themselves what they really want. So instead they continue to justify their suffering by blaming external conditions instead of admitting that they aren’t really committed to success.

So here is all you have to do: Find a good Polarity Therapist and get at least 2 sessions a month for the next year. That’s all. Can’t afford it? I find that is rarely true. People will spend $50 to $100 a week getting coffee, going out to dinner, getting drinks and many other things that may be fun and relaxing, but moves them no closer to prosperity. They will spend hundreds or thousands of dollars on a trip that gives them temporary relief and long term bills but they won’t invest in their health and prosperity. So again, it comes down to your choice.

Let me explain why Polarity Therapy will make you successful  and maybe that will give you sufficient resolve to get regular sessions.

First, clarity: Polarity sessions clear the energetic obstalces to listening to your intuition and information from your body. This is cumulative so the more sessions you get, the clearer the signals and messages become. This is a huge advantage over people who are walking in a haze and not noticing what is going on around them.

Second, focus: As your fears and other blockages are removed, your concentration is greatly improved and you are less distracted by the noise of your emotions and body. Your improved focus allows you to act on the information you receive from your improved clarity.

Third, health: You must have good health to have the energy to maintain your focus and accomplish your dreams. Some people are strong enough to overcome health issues and still succeed. But they do this by doing the most with what they have. Everyone needs to do the same. In this coming year with H1N1 and other diseases, it’s more important to do everything you can to stay healthy. Polarity Therapy is the best I know for doing this. Again, it starts with having the clarity to hear the signals from your body about what you need to stay healthy. A clear individual is more likely to eat right, get proper rest and exercise more.

By getting regular sessions your intuition and creativity will start working at a higher level and you will have the focus and health to put this information into action. You will also be better at avoiding problems and your success will multiply. It’s at the core of all success.

So it’s up to you. If you say you want to succeed it’s time to make the commitment. Don’t put it off. Contact Spa Tech Institute to help you find a great therapist.

There are no excuses. Only missed opportunities.

Wishing you a healthy and prosperous life,
Kris

p.s. If you would like to know more about how energy actually improves your ability to manifest on other levels, please submit your comments and I will be happy to share what I know.

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In the words of the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, “Don’t Panic.” (If you have not read it yet, you owe it to yourself. It’s a good primer for living.)

Wall street and the global stock markets can be misleading. They measure speculation of supply and demand. The economy is not the stock markets. So when you hear a lot of doom and gloom about the markets, remember: Real value is what you do with your life.

Of course, there are a lot of people who are seeing their life’s monetary savings shrink. This is very frightening if you measure your value or your ability to survive by money. What’s the alternative?

How about measuring your value and ability to survive by:

• The number of people you love and take care of
• Your health and energy
• Your critical thinking skills and knowledge
• The number of ideas you come up with
• Your creativity
• Your resilience and ability to connect with spirit

These are the true measure of who you are and your ability to survive. Yes, having a lot of money may make it easier to do the things you want and act the way you want. But actually, therein lies the problem.

Have you ever noticed that most of the most balanced, aligned and wonderful people either do not have a lot of material wealth or it does not have much of an affect on them if they do have it? Have you also noticed that many of the most messed up, mean and unhappy people are the ones who grew up with too much material wealth and not enough opportunity to develop spiritually?

I’m just saying, I think what we are hearing about now may not be a bad thing. If it reconnects people with what’s really important, isn’t that good? If it reconnects us with our source, other people and taking better care of ourselves, isn’t that a positive development?

In some way, haven’t people been asking for things to be different? Isn’t that what was promised by the election? We were promised change and now we have it. Shouldn’t we be happy that we got what 52% of the voters wanted?

My theory on this is that everything had grown a little too intense and our lives were starting to behave like the Windows OS when it needs to be rebooted. It accumulates problems and gets unstable until the only thing you can do is pull the plug and start over. It feels like we are rebooting the economy. In fact, back in the depression, Roosevelt declared a Bank Holiday (a great euphemism for rebooting the banking system) because everything was so messed up no one knew what was going on.

When a computer reboots, it usually tries to save some data and put things in order before it starts again. That takes time as it shuts down services and gets ready to restart. And once it starts again with a clean slate, everything runs much better. It’s what the stock markets are doing now.

If this is the case, then what do you need to do?

• Take really good care of your health. Relax, exercise, eat well, do positive things like yoga, and get body and energy work to keep you aligned and balanced
• Set your goals and write an action plan to accomplish your goals
• Take good care of your family and friends
• Use SWOT techniques  (See earlier post)
• Do things to open and use your creativity
• Don’t be pulled in by the fear in the media (Be aware that it is a manipulation of your emotions to hook you in.)

By following these important steps you will be more prosperous. Why? Because you are going to be mentally and emotionally agile and prepared to see and act on opportunities that other people will miss. During times of change, this is what’s really important.

Be well and Prosper

Sincerely,
Kris Stecker, President

Spa Tech Institute

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A new study found that 3 out of 4 women are likely to have a stress related reaction to bad economic news and 22% of men will turn to drinking versus 15% of women during these times. This creates even more stress. The second part was that people are more likely to get sick, not sleep as well and act out in ways that creates even more stress in their lives.

I’m going to keep this simple. Stress cannot be avoided. It can only be managed. As co-owners and managers of a school with 5 locations, my wife and I lead potentially stressful lives. Without polarity therapy, we could never have survived the stress. In fact, polarity therapy was the only thing that helped me recover from the adverse effects from years of stress in high tech and business start up.

What I found was regular polarity sessions made me stronger in the face of adversity.  Stress damages your energy systems. If you don’t get them repaired, the stress leads to secondary physical, mental and emotional problems.

The problem is, there are very few qualified Polarity Realization Therapists who know the techniques to repair the energy systems. Because they are often booked up, they are hard to find. They typically don’t advertise and most people find them by word of mouth.

So if you’re tired of letting stress run (or ruin) your life, start the search for a good polarity practitioner and when you find them, book as many sessions as you can. It will change your life.

Be well.
Kris Stecker
Spa Tech Institute

© Copyright 2009, Kris Stecker – All Rights Reserved.

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Being in balance is the starting point for manifesting what you want. When you are balanced and aligned, you’re able to access your connection with your source which in turn supports receiving the information you need to succeed.

Here’s why. When you aren’t clear, your mind and consciousness are often focused on what you don’t have, things that bother you and other distractions. This is all white noise that prevents you from having clarity on what you want to manifest. This comes from fatigue, drugs, emotional turmoil and other stresses. The bio-chemical reactions make it difficult to focus on what is important.

The ability to manifest requires crystal clear focus. It’s like rowing a boat. If you use both oars equally, you will make a straight line to where you want to go. If you switch back and forth between oars you will go in circles or a curvy line that will make the journey much longer. The difference is balanced or unbalanced force.

There are several ways of gaining balanced force, some of which are faster than others. A long vacation is one way but it takes a lot of time. Exercise (particularly endurance activities like hiking or long distance running, cycling, or swimming) will bring balance through repetition of opposite arm/leg motion that balances the nervous system. Tai Chi and other meditations can contribute to the balance as well. However, these all require a significant commitment of time.

If you don’t have the time you can fast-track the process with Polarity Therapy or RYSE. 

Polarity is all about balancing your energy to restore the optimal flow. The results are both immediate and long lasting. The more regular sessions you receive, the more your energy systems retain the correct flow. This is because your energy patterns are formed by habits. As a child you learn the patterns of those around you. Any dysfunctional patterns lead to problems that reduce health, vitality, creativity and the ability to manifest what you want in your life.

RYSE (Realizing Your Sublime Energies)is for repairing your energy patterns and learning to identify when they go off and how to bring them back into alignment. It’s based on Polarity theory but has been taken to the next level by Nancy Risley, RPP. As a Polarity therapist and teacher Nancy saw how her clients and students had more success manifesting what they wanted when they were cleared. She also saw what happened when they would forget and return to their previous energy patterns. The thing that was the most amazing was how fast it could be changed.

If you are tired of not manifesting what you want, there are several options. You can get a lot of sessions, you can learn to do RYSE on yourself or you can become a Polarity Therapist. The last option is the most powerful. In fact, there is an increasing number of artists, business people and others who are becoming Polarity Therapists because doing several sessions a week helps them to stay in the energy and manifest their creativity to new levels.

So to manifest more of what you want, start by getting clear. Get a session, learn to do RYSE on yourself and move forward with what you want in your life.  If you need more information about RYSE or Polarity, contact the Spa Tech Institute.

Enjoy restoring your balance and manifesting what you truly want.

Be Amazing,
Kris

© Copyright 2009, Kris Stecker – All Rights Reserved.

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