Oh yes, we’re constantly being tested and challenged by the universe! Oh yes! Haha.

It’s true that we decide what outer things will burst our bubble, knock us down and disorient us. It’s up to us how we respond to outer events – thus the challenge in maintain a degree of “centerness.” Being calm and centered is the key.

Thank you Aaron – you are definitely one of those bloggers who care more about the heart than polished spit and shine. It is one of the reasons you’ve been a highly successful blogger.

Thanks for the encouragement to keep on truckin! I appreciate it a lot!

Yes, a professional image is important, but anyone who wouldn’t hire a SPEAKER because they weren’t also a video specialist would simply be missing out due to their own short-sightedness.

Keep doing what you do, Stephen!

Keep on keeping on and follow that leading in your heart – that’s why things are happening for you.

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Yes, a contest video versus a speaking engagement in person are definitely two very different animals. That’s true.

Doing something on the fly was and continues to be rather gratifying, indeed. The whole thing about video posting has been a rather interesting journey for me since I had never done it before. I find it exhilarating, yet frustrating when trying to untangle myself from the different problems or challenges I encounter while learning the ropes. It makes the end result all the more exciting.

Thanks for your feedback – like the others, it added great value to the conversation.

I see that the comment my friend made touched a nerve with you. That’s okay. I’m glad you spoke your truth and expressed yourself exactly the way you intended and still kept the conversation respectable.

Thanks for your input. I can understand your reluctance to Stumble the article because of the comment that my friend made but that would have been okay even if you decided to do it. Ultimately we do what we think is best and so I thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.

Yes, I was sharing among friends in the blogging world but let’s not forget that my blog is also designed to catch business opportunities as well. I mean, look up at the top portion of the blog and you’ll see “Hire Stephen.” This blog is also being used as a business model in an effort to broaden my reach to people around the world in the form of potential speaking engagements.

So, it’s both friends and business. But the comment made by the lady who sits on boards that selects speakers was in line with most of what you and others have thought.

This thing has developed into a fascinating look into how different people perceive different things. It’s exciting to hear back from people of a variety of backgrounds. Thanks for your input!

You’re right – it was not “perfection” that I was striving for although I do have a tendency to dabble in that area from time to time.

The thing that I remember most was after I had done the video, I was hit with that warm feeling of “knowingness.” It was a divine confirmation that “this video was it.” I took that as a message to go with it and submit without further delay. That was the overall motivation to go through with it – because of that special feeling that overcame me.

I appreciate your comments about how my videos make me more human and endearing. That’s cool! You’re right…videos can make you very transparent, can they? Videos don’t like – what you see is what you get. Of course editing and special effects can “gloss” things over but otherwise, that’s why I decided to start video posting – to get closer to the readers and visitors of Adversity University.

Yes, everyone is a critic – even myself. Trust me, I’m my own worst critic sometimes. But I think you nailed it with regards to substance versus style. Like you said, everyone has a different perception on it but the majority of people who have written here seem to agree on pretty much the same thing. Even a lady who sits on boards that selects speakers echoed pretty much the same thoughts.

One key line in your comment that struck me was “But should I worry about those things, then how can I move forward with confidence?” That’s pretty powerful right there and should apply to everything and anything we choose to do.

I’m glad you’ve been enjoying my videos. It’s been a fun learning experience for me.