Sean Stephenson – End Self Sabotage and Stand Up For Yourself
Young Entrepreneur – End Self Sabotage and Stand Up For Yourself
Get Off your “BUT”
I do not normally do blog posts at the weekend, but I did just want to share this quick video with you – it features Sean Stephenson, a remarkable gentleman that my father, Barry Dunlop met in Necker Island along with Sir Richard Branson.
Sean has written Get Of Your But a book which I have just completed reading this week.
Sean Stephenson is a psychotherapist and a professional speaker with a mission to banish self-doubt and insecurity in a world where they may seem omnipresent. Beginning with the source of his own struggle, a rare and painful disease that causes his bones to weaken and break under minimal pressure, (Only 3 ft tall and confined to a wheel chair) Sean offers a structured and practical approach to Ending Self Sabotage and Standing Up For Yourself.
I really cannot recommend this book highly enough – the most inspiring and practical Personal Development book I have ever read.
Sean has also very kindly agreed to do a Podcast for me which will follow shortly at IncomeDiary.com
This video is just a brief introduction to this remarkable man – I believe he is someone we will be hearing a lot more of.
Enjoy and be Inspired!
Transcription:
Hi, I’m Sean Stephenson.
I’m from Chicago, Illinois. I just recently published a book called, “Get Off Your ‘But,’” so if you say things like, “But, I would do this, but I can’t.” OR “I would be happy and successful, but I’m too young.” OR “But, I don’t have the right parents.” OR “But, I’m not tall enough.” OR “But I’m not pretty enough.” then this book is for you.
Everybody has got a “but”. It’s that self-sabotaging experience, right?
So, my advice to a young adult on this planet is catch yourself whenever you’re sitting back on your “but.” When you’re telling yourself that you’re not good enough, you’re not powerful enough, you’re not attractive enough. Stop that in its tracks. Get up off of that “but” and Take a stand, because you need to be playing much larger with your life. Not so that you can have more fun. That will be a by-product.
Do it so that you can nudge humanity one more inch closer to what it needs to be. I don’t care how old you are. You should not be looking at what you can’t do. You need to be looking at what you can do.
I don’t care how old you are. In fact, I got started young. I wrote my first book before the age of 21. And I’ve done a lot of things that I’m proud of. But, the greatest is, I’ve never let the external conditions define who I am; and you shouldn’t either.
So, make sure that you get up off your “but,” you find what you’re really supposed to be doing on this planet, and you might change your mind a million times. That’s OK, as long as you’re heading forward in your life. If you can do that, you’re doing it perfectly.
I’m Sean Stephenson in Necker Island, in the middle of paradise. Good night.
“Sean is an amazing person with an important message.”
—President Bill Clinton
“Sean Stephenson is the Yoda of personal development, with less pointy ears.”
—Jimmy Kimmel, host of ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live
“As we struggle with inertia to become the best that we can be, Sean Stephenson’s book informs and inspires us to stand up and keep moving forward. Thank you, Sean, for your life, your work, and your abundant sharing.”
—Ken Blanchard, coauthor, The One Minute Manager
“Sean Stephenson is a hero to me. When you read his book, he will be a hero to you as well. His moving stories about himself and others who have found the gifts in their pain will teach you so much about courage and, just as important, you will learn how to build your own sense of confidence when it comes to health, career, relationships, and more. Do yourself a favor read this book! “
—Susan Jeffers, Ph.D., author, Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway and Embracing Uncertainty
Get Off Your Butt is a must buy book for anyone serious about living a happier, more productive, more satisfying life
—Michael Dunlop ~ Founder RetireAt21.com and IncomeDiary.com
11 comments so far… Leave a reply
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June 6, 2009 1:47 pm
Touche on Sean Stephenson's book. I've seen him speak in some seminars before. He can really grab the audience with his speech because it's so genuine.
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June 8, 2009 9:55 am
Very interesting article, I definitely need the book :)
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June 8, 2009 10:41 am
Yes including my self having problem with "But" agree with your post thx for giving tips of Removing "But" from life.
Trent Brownrigg
June 9, 2009 3:48 am
Great post! I definitely struggle with getting off my "BUT" all the time. Very inspirational. I'll have to go take a look at the book.
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June 10, 2009 4:40 pm
"But" will never make you go further. We need to try and never afraid to lose.
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June 10, 2009 11:51 pm
WOW this guy is just an inspiration to us all. He faces a difficult challenge each and every day, yet he moves ahead without the "but’s". Get of your but is a really creative title, because people are sort of sitting on their but’s, they say but this but that. It’s a great pun for a great topic. The book has endorsements from some pretty big names, I think most should pick it up for a nice read. I think Sean really wants to help others get through their self doubt and hurdles, I feel that this book really lets you connect with him.
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June 11, 2009 8:41 am
well still i haven't read this book. but when i saw the video which you have provided on this post i am so impressed with him. his thought was so inspiring. This is art of living. Thanks.
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June 15, 2009 1:04 am
Wow, that was an incredibly inspiring talk. We tend to get lazy and always get caught up in doing things that don't contribute to ourselves or society. We can do anything as long as we put our minds. Thanks for the great video.
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August 27, 2009 6:26 am
I also definitely struggle with getting off my “BUT” all the time. Very inspirational. I’ll have to go take a look at the book.
Phil Hogan
August 31, 2009 11:45 pm
Great interview, Michael. I actually watch his interviews online and my amazement never cease everytime I get to hear his speech. I recommend his book as it's truly motivational and inspirational
Chris Peterson
September 28, 2009 8:53 am
Wow! Sean is terrific! What an amazing & fundamental message for success in life. I am so with you on this idea.