1. Twelve Lessons From The Life of Mr. Dream Merchant

2. Pain is a necessary part of life; misery is optional. The struggle is just the beginning of some thing better to come. Stay focused and keep your eyes on your goals and dreams. The Gift Is In The Struggle

3. Memorize the words of Ben Franklin: “When you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” With preparation comes the belief in yourself, and with this comes the awareness that support is near. Preparation Conquers Intimidation

4. Learn the principle of Double vision. There is a previous experience behind everyone’s actions and words. Listen not only with your ears, but also with your eyes, heart and intuition. By using this gift you will never betray yourself. See With Double Vision

5. Your words are an extension of your physical and spiritual well being. Think before you speak. Your words may be forgiven, but they are not forgotten. Strive to respond, not to react. Think Word Perfect

6. With their mastery comes the ability to live one day at a time. Practice The Five Principles Presence Positivity Patience Perseverance Powerlessness

7. The Fringe benefits include friends, opportunity, success, and satisfaction. It requires of you only the desire to change. Change is one of a few constants in this world. If you embrace change, it opens your life to infinite possibilities. The Fringe Benefits of Life are available to everyone

8. To just say no to drugs isn’t enough. You must also say yes to all the Fringe Benefits that are in store for you. Stay positive. Say yes to life itself. Just Say Yes

9. Develop your dream spiritual team consisting of a Senior Advisor, a Friendship Council, and a coat of arms. With these helpers you will always have the home court advantage. Rely on your Dream Team

10. Remember the first two syllables in the word relationship are the most important. Relationships are like relays in track and field. To win at them you must carefully select your teammates, work hard and have perfect timing. Build on Relationships

11. Practice to put your dreams into reality. Remember, Momentum is the force that pushes the Equation. Acquire momentum one moment at a time

12. Dreams + Action = Reality

13. Keep a journal of your life. What may simply be old memories of leftovers to you, can become new insights for others. Your life is important, for the hands that write history, also write your story. Keep Track of Leftovers

14. Awakenings in your life, however painful, are new beginnings to turn to a power greater than yourself for guidance. Obstacles are simply directions in life. They exist to promote change. Your awareness of this fact is the essence of the transformation from a human doing to a human being. Be aware, be alert

15. The End