It was Super Bowl Weekend. Dallas got snowed in and Houston was iced down. When I arrived in Houston on Thursday afternoon to teach a weekend PhotoReading Seminar, I wasn't sure if it was going to happen or who would show up. The Houston airport was preparing to close down as they simply aren't used to sleet and ice and for safety's sake, it was probably a good call.

To my surprise, all but two people showed up to learn PhotoReading, in spite of the weather. I was impressed as these were unstoppable human beings who were committed to learning at all costs. PhotoReading is an investment in yourself. I've come to understand that its only for those who are serious learners that are willing to pay the price, and that means time and energy to achieve personal self-mastery. That's what the program is about – mastery – not just "reading" more books. Thats only one of the many benefits derived from the course.

I was delighted to meet Darla Perry, a CPA from Lousiana who is tackling tax code. She needs to amp up her skills to stay on top of her game. Then there was Shinobu Gilbreth, a Japanese medical doctor who wants more out of life and is committed to expanding her self. Juan Garcia is a former school superintendant and now teaches other how to excel in that field. His wife Ida is a principal at an elementary school. What a delight to be with a couple who are so committed to learning. Melba Wilson is an insurance agent and is expanding her horizons. Craig Roberson is a postal worker and is researching internet business opportunities. He needs to get more reading done in a shorter period of time. Peter Gonzalez, an extraordinary man of many talents, is a Psych-K instructor. He travels the world teaching powerful educational seminars. Piero Dambrosio is an engineer who has plenty to read and is a many of varied interests, including mastering programs like PhotoReading so that he can assist his children with embracing these human development programs. Anuj Shah is an immigration attorney with three degrees and who speaks 5 languages. He is an avid reader and is always looking for more powerful ways to communicate and solve problems. The baby of the group was Benjamin Chaftez, a college student who flew in from North Carolina just to learn this new skill.

I am always amazed by the eclectic group of everyday people, students and business professionals who show up from all walks of life to embrace PhotoReading protocol. It is my pleasure to share innovative reading strategies and I experience many benefits from using it and sharing it with others as it's an organic and flexible system with many layers. PhotoReading consists of five easy to learn steps. More than that though, you learn more about yourself than you ever learned in school. Once you learn how your brain works and learn a new and different way of using what belongs to you, things open up and you discover a whole new way of looking at books, and at life.

For me, PhotoReading is a natural process and is a natural high. I have more clarity of mind and my dreams are more vivid, including lucid dreams, and my relationship to authors is expanded. Reading is just a converstion with an author and using the PhotoReading whole mind system helps me get through books quicker and with improved comprehension. I know that the new group of graduates who joined the community of dedicated PhotoReading graduates world-wide are going to develop their skills to the max. They've already demonstrated that in part by braving the weather and playing full out.

I'm an unstoppable PhotoReading Instructor and each time I share this course, I feel privileged to meet so many diverse lovers of learning. Like me, these people didn't care much about Super Bowl. They care about learning and evolving as growing human beings. That's the game we're playing. We're committed and they've now joined the ranks of unstoppable learners who know that in order to have more, you've got to do more. And yes, that means turning off your TV. I thank God for those who are willing to dig deep and go the extra mile. It makes every trip for me worthwhile, rain, sleet, snow or shine.

I have the pleasure of teaching the Genius Code program this weekend, December 3-4, 2010 in Los Angeles. This unique seminar will begin with an introduction to PhotoReading and a refresher for PhotoReading graduates on Friday night. That will be fun as I love to introduce PhotoReading to newbies and to hear about the many ways graduates are applying PhotoReading and developing their minds and this natural ability.

PhotoReading is easy. Its just different and it takes some practice until the new skill becomes a habit. Then the brain loves it and says, "Finally! You've graduated your reading beyond what you learned in elementry school. And not a minute too soon!"

The Genius Code program is a collaboration between renown educators Paul Scheele, the developer of the PhotoReading protocol, and Win Wenger, who wrote a wonderful book entitled, The Einstien Factor. A must read for anyone looking to develop their genius potential.

I am among ten international instructors who learned how to deliver these protocols in a seminar setting. Prior to this, the methods were only available through a home study course published by Learning Strategies. Of all of the beautifully designed courses offered by Learning Strategies, The Genius Code is my personal favorite. For years I'd been itching to share it with others in a seminar format and now I have the chance!  I can hardly wait to introduce others to these wonderful and easy to use mind development protocols.
 

In school we learn quite a bit about "subject matter" and very little about ourselves. This course and the others offered by Learning Strategies teach us about OURSELVES. That's what tickles my fancy. Its high time that we develop ourselves and move into the next phase of our conscious evolution as a species. I'm excited and can hardly wait to meet the seekers and risk takers who are coming out to have a new experience of themselves.

If you're green you're growing. If you're ripe, you're rotting. For me, I'm a GHB - a growing human being and it is my pleaure to be under the tutelage of such great teachers and to serve others who are growing, exploring and looking for new ways to develop themselves and expand their minds. This educaional seminar will be much like my others – a learning party. Let the games begin!

As a proud GHB – Growing Human Being, I’d like to welcome you to my new blog site and affirm my commitment to my own growth and to that of my fellow GHBs! The internet offers lots of opportunities to share and I’d like to make sure that my site offers an authentic conversation, is rich with resources, and adds value to the lives of all visitors.

I’ve been taught by some of the finest contemporary teachers and guides, all committed to the advancement of human consciousness and as a result, I’ve grown by leaps and bounds! I’m excited about sharing how the work can serve you achieve your goals. We’ve got work to do and a world to save, and that starts by transforming our own hearts and minds.