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PURE POWER

The power of a question—a simple arrangement of words that can open doors, shift perspectives, and change the trajectory of an entire life. We often judge people by the answers they give, but in truth, the essence of a person is far better revealed by the questions they dare to ask. For a good question is not merely a request for information; it is an invitation to explore, to reflect, and ultimately, to transform.

Language holds no greater power than the question. Yet, it is often misunderstood. When we tell someone what to do, resistance may arise. The ego balks at direction, at being controlled. But when we ask someone a question—when we gently guide them toward their own answers—they take ownership of the process. And with ownership comes action, for there is no greater motivator than discovering, “Ah, this was my idea all along.”

Consider this: when life knocks you down, when failure looms large, the instinctual question we often ask ourselves is, “What’s wrong with me?” It’s a question that seems reflective, even noble in its search for self-awareness. But it is a trap. For when you ask, “What’s wrong with me?” your mind will diligently search for answers—and it will find them. You may even take pride in the breadth of your self-awareness, cataloging every shortcoming with precision. And yet, in doing so, the concrete hardens. A negative belief is solidified, perhaps forever.

But now, I ask you: What if you asked a different question? Instead of “What’s wrong with me?” try asking, “Why have I been so successful in the past?” or "Why do things always work out for me?" Do you see the shift? This new question assumes success. It plants the seed of a belief that will vibrate out into the universe and return as reality. It invites your mind to explore the essence of your triumphs, not your failings. And within that exploration lies the energy, the direction, and the clarity you need to move forward.

This is the quiet magic of questions. They direct your thoughts, and in doing so, they direct your life. When something perceived as “bad” happens, resist the urge to ask, “How can I prevent this from ever happening again?” Instead, ask, “How can I turn this into the best thing that ever happened to me?” One question locks you in fear; the other sets you free to create something extraordinary.

It’s not unlike buying a new car. Before you owned it, you rarely noticed the same model on the road. But now, it seems to be everywhere. Why? Your mind is tuned to it. The same happens with questions. When you ask yourself, “What is wrong with me?” your brain works tirelessly to find answers. And the more answers it uncovers, the heavier the burden becomes. Depression, despair—these are the natural consequences of a mind programmed to seek out flaws.

But imagine, instead, if your mind worked to answer, “Why do I always find the right solutions to hard problems?” Do you see the difference? The brain becomes a tool for resilience, for optimism, for growth. The question unlocks potential you may have never realized existed.

Some say we only use a small percentage of our brains. I believe that by asking the right questions, we tap into more than 100% of the intelligence available to us—not just within ourselves but within the interconnected web of the universe. Questions are like spells we cast on our lives, rippling out into reality, attracting answers, opportunities, and clarity.

When I work with high performers who feel stuck, I often use a simple but revealing exercise. I ask them to complete this sentence: “I will do anything to achieve my goal, just don’t ask me to ______.” Almost invariably, the blank holds the key. It reveals the one action they most fear, the one thing that must be done to break through. The question cuts through the noise, exposing the path forward.

So, I challenge you: Ask better questions. Become obsessed with them. Make them the compass that guides your life. Even now, I’ll leave you with this one:

“How can you use what you’ve learned here to transform this moment into the turning point of your entire life?”



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