Wayne Dyer is one of my favorite people. Not only as an author and fantastic speaker and the greatest of storytellers – but because -
He deals with real people in real life. People who are looking for happiness.
Wayne Dyer is the real deal. He walks the walk that he talks. Everyone feels at home with him because he speaks from his heart to yours.
I’ve interviewed him a few times on my TV show. He is exactly as he appears on the stage.
Wayne walks into the room in jeans and a sweater. He is like someone you knew from high school. By the time he leaves, he knows every one of the crew member’s names and thanks them individually.
I don’t know if this story is in one of his books or I heard him tell it at a seminar a long time ago. I haven’t heard him tell it lately. He should.
I am paraphrasing it here in my own words. Hope he doesn’t mind. It is so true that it bears repeating.
When we are in grammar school, we think -
“When I get out of this stupid little school – then I will be happy.”
In high school -
“Can’t wait to get out of here. Get into college. Have some real fun. Then I will be happy.”
In college -
”I can’t wait to graduate. Need to get started in a real job. Then I will be happy.”
On to the next group of happy makers -
“When I meet my soul mate, then I’ll be happy.”
“When we get our house, then I’ll be happy.”
“When we have children, then I’ll be happy.”
“When the divorce is final, then I’ll be happy.”
“When I find a person who really understands me, then I’ll be happy.”
“When all the kid’s tuitions are paid, then I’ll be happy.”
“When I retire from this exhausting job and get my pension, then I’ll be happy.”
CUT TO -
Sitting on the beach in Fort Lauderdale with another retiree.
And talking about “the good old days.”
WHEN WE HAVEN’T HAD ONE GOOD DAY.
The late Erma Bombeck wrote a poem that is much quoted and is often sent over the Internet. She called it, If I Had My Life to Live Over. I never tire of reading it. It speaks of the same story of living today.
I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage.
I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn’t show soil, or was guaranteed to last a lifetime.
There would have been more “I love you’s.” More “I’m sorry’s.”
But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute … look at it and really see it … live it … and never give it back.
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I have to confess I never trusted Dyer until you describe him. Perhaps I am too cynical, but I have always dismissed what he does as taking advantage of superstition. I was given one of his books, still on my shelf unread – I guess I will dust it off and see just what he has to say. I am not open-mined but I am at least curious now.
.-= Bruce “the Mid-Life Mentor”´s last blog ..Women in Menopause and Heart Disease Part 2 =-.
Dear Bruce -
As you know, I have interviewed hundreds of personal growth authors in my career as a TV host.
I can’t say that I agreed with all of them (sometimes not much) but my job was to find one nugget that was useful.
There was always something. I read every book from every author and sometimes you had to search.
I am lucky I am a speed reader. That helps!
You will find that in the book you have. You don’t have to buy the whole package.
Wayne is an easy read anyway.
Let me know if you find that nugget. I am interested.
Dr. Wayne Dyer reminds me a lot of Mark Victor Hansen. Both nice guys but I yearn for depth like I get from watching old interviews that you have done with Ken Wapnick. Something for everyone, I guess.
I love how open you are. You are like a big sifter that brings it all in, sifts through it and then shares those nuggets with us. Much appreciated!
Sharon
.-= Sharon Beck´s last blog ..The Wise Man’s Wife =-.
When Marcia Wallace’s husband was dying of pancreatic cancer he told her, “I’m glad we ate macaroni and cheese on the good china.”
Dear Sharon -
Sometimes people convey important information in very simple ways. Like Wayne Dyer and Mark Victor Hanson.
Want to dig into something that will satisfy you – and maybe surprise?
Watch Michelle’s video -
http://talkingpurpose.com/intelligent-design-does-god-exist-w-perry-marshall/
Dear Sandi -
So nice to have you back on my comments. You were missed.
My late husband also insisted that we use the good china and the sterling silver for dinner every night.
(I drew the line at the crystal)
He used to say, “We are our best company.”
Thanks for reminding me of that nice memory.
Great writing and stories Corinne!
I used to always seem that I would catch Wayne’s PBS specials at just the right times in my life. Then I was able to see and meet with him a few times in person while we both were living on Maui. He premiered his film there a year ago and I happened to see it and meet with him afterwords. It was nicely done.
It’s funny how the world shrinks the more you grow
Dear Keith -
I have heard from many people that Wayne is very approachable on his “home turf.”
My experience has been only professionally – but I guess if someone mentioned my name to him – he would remember me and perhaps even say something nice.
He is a famous person – but he is just also just a nice guy.
Glad to hear from you.
Corrine,
I’m 73 y.o. (I think) and I’m still doing the “when this happens”. At this point, I really don’t think it’s a problem. It gives me something to strive and look forward to. I’m not complacent in my senior years…I’m always looking for more excitment, more skills, a better body, a new love and so on. It’s not to say that I’m not happy and that I do not know how lucky I am for so many things I have, but there is more I want. I think keeping the thought of when the next exciting thing happens, I realllly be happy. It keeps my heart pumping a litttle stronger.
Love,
Sondra
Sondra – the best thing you said is that you “think” you are 73.
I believe we only age chronologically – and with your attitude you are no age.
Just keep throwing it on the wall. You can’t go wrong by looking forward to things.
The point of this article is that we also have to enjoy the present. It is all we have!
Ah, to be grateful and love what we have in the moment – thats the challenge of life in this busy world. It is nice to know that he (Wayne) preaches what he teaches… and is a nice guy.
.-= Michelle Vandepas´s last blog ..Donna Hill Blind Advocate – Musician – Cancer Survivor =-.
Dear Michelle -
You said it all here -
“Ah, to be grateful and love what we have in the moment – that’s the challenge of life in this busy world.”
Yes, Wayne is a nice guy and a generous one.
He kicked off my career as a TV host by telling his very prominent publicist to send me people.
She did. And the word spread. Publicity is a small town.
I will always be grateful for that!
It’s nice to hear that Wayne is that way in person (especially considering there are some “celebrities” who are not). I’ve had the chance to hear him speak, but never meet with him personally as you have. This is a great post. My favorite Wayne Dyer quote is: “The elevator to success is out of order today. You’re going to have to take the stairway, one step at a time.”
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February 25, 2010 at 8:06 am
Hi corrine,
I know what you mean about Wayne Dyer, I’ve read a lot of his books also. When I was trying to figure out myself he was one I could get lost in for hours.
Thaks for the reminder.
Debbie
.-= happymaker´s last blog ..What i can Teach You about change and finding happiness! =-.