Hello Friends!! Community 🎁 gift for you. Today is *International Heart Day*—a time to honor the power of our heart’s intelligence. I want to share something special with you. Tonight begins a* 3-day online summit* from Brazil, celebrating International Heart Week in support of **Ação do Coração *(“Heart in Action”)*—a beautiful movement that has touched millions of lives in Brazil through compassion, kindness, and community. ✨ Keynote presentations start at 7 PM ET each evening and will be presented in English. The summit features HeartMath leaders—*Howard Martin, Deborah Rozman, and Dr. Rollin McCraty*—exploring the heart’s role in self-regulation, emotional intelligence, and global interconnection. On* September 30th*, our partner in conscious leadership is speaking about how the arts can spread coherence and compassion in our communities and our world. As a gift, here’s free access to all 3 days of the symposium: 🗓 Sept 29, 30 & Oct 1 at 7 PM ET 🎟 Register here:https://www.sympla.com.br/evento-online/heartweek-2025-sabedoria-do-coracao-a-arte-e-a-ciencia-de-viver-em-coerencia/3108380 *(look for the English translation button on the site)* 🔑 Access Code:** DRMITCH100** Let’s come together to celebrate the power of the heart—and discover how compassion and the arts can bring healing to our world. This year, more than ever, the world needs more heart. 💜 Please feel free to share this gift with your friends and family so we can spread awareness together. From my heart to yours:) Dr. Mitch

Trust is the foundation of every meaningful relationship—both personal and professional. As I emphasized, without trust, progress is fragile and connections lack depth. In life, trust allows us to feel safe, supported, and connected. In success, trust becomes the bridge that turns vision into reality. It builds confidence, strengthens teamwork, and fosters opportunities that cannot exist without reliability and integrity. When you trust yourself, you move with courage. When others trust you, doors open with ease. True success is not measured only by achievements, but by the trust you build along the way.

When we start something new — a business, a project, a personal goal — we often keep our eyes fixed on the big prize. The big launch. The big paycheck. The big moment when everything feels “done.” But here’s the truth: big success is built on small wins. And if you don’t learn to celebrate the little steps, you might miss the joy of the whole journey. Small wins are proof that you’re moving forward. They remind you that progress is happening — even when it’s slow. They give you the motivation to keep going on the days when the dream feels far away. Celebrating them isn’t about bragging. It’s about acknowledging your effort, your courage, and your growth. Pause and Notice Them — At the end of the week, write down 3 things you achieved, no matter how small. Reward Yourself — It could be a coffee break, a walk in the park, or simply saying “I did it!” out loud. Use Them as Fuel — Let each win remind you that you’re capable of more than you think. Success isn’t a single moment. It’s a thousand tiny moments stacked together. If you wait to feel proud until you’ve “made it,” you’ll miss the magic along the way. So celebrate every step. Because these small wins! They are the heartbeat of your big dream.

How many times have you caught yourself saying, “I’ll start when I’m ready”? Maybe you’ve been waiting to launch that business idea, take a new job, or share your story. You tell yourself you need more confidence, more skills, or just the “perfect time.” But here’s the truth—there is no perfect time. Waiting to feel ready is one of the greatest ways we hold ourselves back. And I always say that courage isn’t about waiting for fear to disappear. It’s about moving forward even when fear whispers loudly. Courage is a decision. It’s choosing to say yes when everything inside you wants to say no. It’s showing up for the opportunity, even with shaky hands and a racing heart. Every time I choose courage, I prove to myself that I am stronger than my doubts. Confidence isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you earn by being. The first step is always the hardest, but it’s also the most powerful. A safe life may feel comfortable, but it often leaves us unfulfilled. Stepping into the unknown carries risk, yes—but it also carries possibility, growth, and joy. I always believe that “ Life is a Special Event”. You don’t need to feel ready. You just need the courage to begin.

Mistakes don’t make you a failure — they make you human. They are not the end of the road, but the beginning of learning. Each misstep is a sign that you’re trying. Each challenge is shaping your strength. Each lesson is building your path forward. Growth isn’t about being perfect — it’s about having the courage to keep going, even when things don’t go as planned. So if you’ve made a mistake, don’t hide from it. Learn from it. Rise from it. Grow through it. As I always said, growth lives on the other side of imperfection. It’s not about being flawless — it’s about being fearless in willingness to rise after falling. So the next time you feel like you messed up, remember: It does not fail. It's about learning. It's about building strength, wisdom, and resilience. Keep going because ”Life is a Special Event “