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Is life happening to you? You're not alone.

Thousands of successful people are stuck reacting instead of creating their future.

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The Secret

Are you living or just surviving?

It's a confronting question, but one we must ask.

Most of us are caught in an endless cycle of Reaction — our primitive brain running the show, perceiving threats everywhere, keeping us trapped in survival mode.

Think about it:

• Staying in a soul-crushing job because leaving feels too risky
• Living according to others' expectations instead of your truth
• Tolerating toxic relationships out of fear of being alone
• Letting your dreams collect dust while "playing it safe"

This is the reactive life. And it's exhausting.

But there's a better way.

Creation is the opposite of Reaction. It's where magic happens. Where possibility lives. Where you step into your power and author your own story.

Take David's journey from corporate chaos to conscious creation. While others remained trapped in Reaction at a prestigious tech firm, he chose Creation.

Despite his impressive executive salary, he found himself constantly reacting to demands, entertaining clients, and giving his family an empty shell of himself.

But instead of making an impulsive move, he chose to create intentionally.

He methodically created space from his "demanding" job, prioritized his wellbeing, and showed up differently for his family.

When a corporate restructuring came, he was ready.

Today, he's architected a portfolio career on his terms — a carefully negotiated W-2 role, a fractional advisory position with equity, and a thriving coaching community. His family has him back, and he's healthier and more fulfilled than ever. This is agency at work.

This wasn't luck — it was intentional Creation.

Now, let me share something personal...

Just days ago, I found myself deep in Reaction mode. Tight shoulders. Clenched fists. Wanting to punch walls. My body was screaming with stress about recent challenges in business and at home.

But I caught myself.

Instead of spiraling, I chose Creation. I slowed down. Walked more. Read more. Played with my toddler. Watched autumn leaves dance in the wind. Practiced gratitude for the abundance already present in my life.

And something shifted.

The universe responded. My teenage daughter sent a heartfelt message of love. Quality time with my youngest became pure joy. Business opportunities emerged effortlessly. My client community lit up with energy and wins.

This is the power of choosing Creation over Reaction.

Here's the framework that makes it possible: the Be → Do → Have cycle.

When you shift your state of being into Creation mode, you naturally start doing better things, which leads to having improved results. This is the foundation of transformation.

Examples of shifting into Creation mode:

1. Energy Mastery

• Daily meditation or mindfulness
• Movement that energizes you
• Nutrition for mental clarity
• Quality rest and recovery

2. Mindset Practices

• Regular gratitude practice
• Success visualization
• Identity work
• Consulting your future self

3. Environment Design

• Curate inspiring spaces
• Join structured programs for guidance
• Surround yourself with creators
• Create zones for deep work

4. Strategic Rhythm

• Weekly intention setting
• Daily priority alignment
• Evening reflection
• Course correction as needed

5. Connection Practices

• Deep family time
• Meaningful conversations
• Community building
• Service to others

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How can you tell which state you're in?

It's simple: Look at your results (both internal and external).

Reaction looks like:

• Stress and anxiety
• Financial struggle
• Feeling trapped
• Tense relationships
• Poor health
• Restless sleep

Creation looks like:

• Calm clarity
• Flow and ease
• Personal agency
• Win-win relationships
• Inspired action
• Natural abundance

You're in one of those two states.

The shift from Reaction to Creation isn't complex, but it requires intention. It starts with awareness. With choosing differently. With believing in your power to shape reality rather than just react to it.

The choice is yours. Always has been.

Life is a two-player game. Every moment presents a choice: will you be an active creator or a passive reactor? When life makes its move, you can either react from fear or create from possibility.

Most stay stuck in a one-player game, letting life happen to them.

But you've just read the playbook for something different.

The board is set. Life has made its move.

What's yours?

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That’s it for today, my friend! I appreciate you.

—Matt

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