Have A Good Time!

timshurr • May 30, 2024

So, my wife and I were at this Hallmark store the other day, looking for a card to go with a gift we got. The place had that classic Hallmark vibe, you know? And we lost track of time playing with the various musical ornaments displayed, even though Christmas is eight months away.

Anyway, we picked out a card and handed it to the super-friendly young clerk at the counter. He bagged the card and printed the receipt, and instead of saying the usual “thanks” or “have a good day,” he said, “Have a good time!”

My wife and I smiled at each other and reflexively said, “You too.” As we walked to the car, we burst out laughing. It was such an unusual comment, and it still cracks us up when we recall it. In fact, my wife suggested I write a newsletter and blog about it, and since she is wicked smart, here we are.

I’m always thinking about newsletters because I write so many of them and seek wisdom, inspiration, or a bit of humor to share. (I hope you find all of those in this one.)

While driving home from the Hallmark store, I thought about what that clerk said. Are we really making an effort to have a good time? Or are we just going through the motions, getting caught up in all the daily stresses and worries?

Most are trying to just get through the next frustrating, scary, or upsetting situation. We are surviving each day with the kids, parents, work, spouse, chores, bills, health challenges, etc., rather than intentionally squeezing the JOY out of each day.

“A re you getting through the day or getting from each day?” Dr. Wayne Dyer

It was a bit of a reality check, honestly. We realized that sometimes we get so wrapped up in the daily grind that we forget to ENJOY the simple things in life. So, right then and there, we made a pact to make more of an effort to have a good time, to appreciate the little things, and to not let the small stuff get us down.

It’s funny how a simple phrase from a stranger can make you stop and think. It was like a nudge from God reminding us to slow down, have a grateful heart, and be intentional about bringing more FUN and laughter to our day.

So here’s to embracing those unexpected moments and finding joy in everyday activities. Instead of ruminating over all the events out of your control,  think more purposefully about what you can bring  to  the present moment.

Then be playful, adventurous, creative, funny, silly, romantic, thoughtful, spontaneous, flirty, courageous, or whatever else you feel is currently missing from life.

You possess the ability to access any and all of those emotions and many more. So, decide to bring  to  the day what you want  from  the day and have a good time!

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Do You Have a Champions Mindset? I Learned This From Tommy Hopkins

By tim hurr • July 17, 2025
If you have been a realtor or a business owner over the last three decades, you’ve likely heard of Tom Hopkins . He’s one of the most successful sales trainers of all time. Tom dropped out of college at 19 and got into real estate. His first mentor took him to a California neighborhood three miles from the office and left him there. He said, “Tom, business isn’t going to come to you. You need to go to it. Knock on one hundred doors and you’ll end up with a qualified customer.” Tom hated knocking on strangers’ doors and didn’t even know what to say. But he did it anyway (because that’s what champions do), and after knocking on the 64th door, he got a customer and his first listing. He took great care of that couple who listed their home. Later, they would say that Tom was an answer to their prayers. Tom let everyone in that neighborhood know he was the realtor who sold that house, but building a business is typically slow and painful. Over the next four years, Tom worked his backside off. He was the first to go into the office and the last to leave. He networked with everyone who would talk with him and created relationships with the most successful realtors in town so he could learn from them. Tom believes that having mentors is an essential key to success. Eventually, Tom figured out his CHAMPIONS formula, which allowed him to sell 365 homes in one year, a record at the time. He decided to teach his formula to others, and over forty years, five million people attended his lectures. In 2022, when I launched my third “Legends Summit,” Tom came out of retirement to speak at the event. I also had the privilege of receiving a one-on-one lesson from him on what being a champion means. That conversation was thrilling, and now, Lesson 7 in my One Belief Away Wealth Mindset course. Tom’s CHAMPIONS acronym has guided millions to sales success, and I’m sharing it with you now: C – Courageous: Do what you fear most. H – Honesty: Be honest in all your communications. A – Attitude: Your daily attitude determines your altitude. M – Motivated: Stay motivated and excited, especially during tough times. P – Persistent: Be a persistent ‘follow-up specialist.’ I – Integrity: Treat everyone how you would like to be treated. O – Ownership: Own and believe in the products or services you sell. N – Nonjudgmental: Avoid making quick judgments about clients based on appearances. S – Service: Focus on serving others rather than simply selling to them. As I edited the transcript of my conversation with Tom, I was struck by how relevant his advice remains today. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, these insights will significantly elevate your success in sales, marketing, business, and life. What’s unique about my Wealth Mindset program is that I take the best insights and strategies and transform them into “instructions for your brain to follow” through my unique hypnosis process. Each month, I take a legendary interview and turn it into a hypnosis “brain software” program. This program helps you download these successful attributes directly into your subconscious mind. As Tom says, “Your attitude determines your altitude!” Part of my legacy will be leaving behind a set of instructions, a “mental blueprint” for reaching your full potential by capturing the best success tips straight from personal development ICONS. I’ve already been sharing these strategies with my teenage boys, and their successes are impressive and far beyond anything I accomplished at that age. Even if you feel you’ve got things covered, consider sharing this timeless wisdom with your kids. Tom says, “We have to be fanatical about teaching young folks what’s made us successful in life and then get them to pass along what they learn as well.” I totally agree. Here’s to becoming a CHAMPION for you and your family. Tim Shurr, MA P.S. Not a member yet? Start your FREE 30-day trial here ! Your future CHAMPION self will thank you…

Do You Have a Champions Mindset? I Learned This From Tommy Hopkins

By timshurr • July 22, 2024
If you have been a realtor or a business owner over the last three decades, you’ve likely heard of Tom Hopkins . He’s one of the most successful sales trainers of all time.

Overcoming The Fear Of Fear

By timshurr • July 12, 2024
Many of us live with an underlying anxiety about potential future problems — financial struggles, family issues, or professional setbacks. The post Overcoming The Fear Of Fear first appeared on Indy Hypnosis Center.