Imagination is stronger than willpower

Imagination is stronger than willpower

Roger Bannister became world-famous in 1954. He had a great goal: to run a mile (1.609 kilometers) in under four minutes, something that no one in the world had achieved before. "The human body has its limits," said doctors, therapists, and psychologists. They all agreed: Impossible! Furthermore, many other runners also tried to break this barrier and failed. This, in turn, confirmed in the collective field of thought: "Running under four minutes is impossible!" Roger Bannister didn't care about that. In his mind, he ran the mile under four minutes over and over again. He used the power of imagination. He envisioned himself crossing the finish line with a record time. He saw his goal as achieved and programmed himself for success. Even though he initially failed, he made gradual improvements. Finally, on May 6, 1954, at the University of Oxford's track on Iffley Road, Roger Bannister ran the mile in a new world record time of 3:59.4. What was fascinating was what suddenly happened all over the world. In the same year, 37 more runners managed to run the mile in under four minutes. Within a calendar year, there were over 300 runners worldwide achieving this feat. Incredible! Suddenly, everyone could imagine that it was achievable. Imagination creates reality. Imagination is stronger than willpower. Until 1954, breaking the four-minute mark was considered impossible. As soon as someone achieved it, it was no longer an issue. There was no new running style or miracle cure. The miracle cure was simply imagination with firm belief and inner certainty that it was proven possible. With his record run, Roger Bannister not only broke the magical four-minute mark but also the mental block for the impossible. Everyone now knew it was possible. Every athlete could believe that it was achievable. That was the only thing that had changed. The key to this imagination lies beyond logic. French research engineer Claude Delpuech has examined this very carefully. All movements should be experienced mentally as real, including the desired outcome. Bruno Erni's Beyond Logic Tip: Place your hand on your heart. Take a deep breath and say to yourself, "I am a miracle child and have unlimited potential within me. I believe in myself and my abilities. All my dreams, desires, and goals can come true if I can imagine it and believe in it." Every night in bed, envision 4 future goals for your business success. Remember, focus follows attention! Harness the power of your subconscious. Extended Author Information: Bruno Erni is an energy and success coach. His focus areas include motivation, inspiration, growth, and health. In his inspiring speeches, the top speaker presents new and unconventional ways, and amazing facts, all under the motto: Beyond Logic. Since 2008, the author has been among the top 100 of Speakers Excellence Trainers, was the President of the German Speakers Association Chapter Switzerland from 2011 to 2013, and has been part of the Premium Speakers elite circle since 2013. The author's goal is to touch people's hearts, show opportunities, and find solutions for various professional and personal situations through his presentations, workshops, and energy coaching. Short Author Information: Bruno Erni is an energy and success coach. His focus areas include motivation, inspiration, growth, and health. In his inspiring speeches, the top speaker presents new and unconventional ways, and amazing facts, all under the motto: Beyond Logic. More information on Top100Trainer Bruno Erni: https://www.trainers-excellence.de/redner/bruno-erni.html   More articles on the topic: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willenskraft https://gedankenwelt.de/die-macht-der-vorstellungskraft/