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I am Mike Davison and I am the founder of PartnersInPurpose.com. My company’s mission is to assist individuals and organizations to connect with their purpose and maximize their resources to optimize success. I am a Clinical Psychologist, organizational consultant and peak performance coach. I believe that everyone has a purpose in life. It is when people are fully connected with their purpose and are actively living it with a spirit of service and contribution that they experience the greatest sense of fulfillment. I live in the Chicagoland area with my wife of 16 years and our three amazing children.

Monday, July 30, 2007

Children are Hurt, Even If Not Hit

According to the Department of Justice, 10 million children in the US see their moms get abused every year.
You hurt your children when staying in abusive relationships because your children
model your behavior as role models.

Oprah had two heart grabbing shows a couple of months ago
that dealt with the horrible reality of abuse.

Susan was brave to share her story with the world. Her courage saved a life of an abused woman who wrote to the Oprah show after seeing this segment.

Susan's verbal and physical
attack was captured on video tape and lasted as long as 2 hours.

Here's part of the horror: their 13 year old son was forced to be the cameraman.

This happened for years on a daily basis.

Fast forward : Susan escaped the abuse with the help of a compassionate and non judgmental
co worker. Susan said that because her supervisor, Lynn approached her with compassion and without judgment, it gave her strength.

Lynn helped to save her life.

Without Susan knowing it, her supervisor kept
detailed notes on her bruises. Even though Susan video tapes of her beatings, the co worker's notes helped to give her husband 36years behind bars.

If you know anyone who is being abused and you want to help, take a look at the Oprah show.

No one deserves emotional or physical abuse.

Take a look at Oprah's website and get a step by step plan on how to leave
and keep yourself safe.

Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr. Mike Davison

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Friday, July 27, 2007

Drunk in Space: Paris Hilton says sign me up!

Tell me something:
When did it become legal to Drink and Fly?


Where am I?

Come on Guys, Turn on the Lights


This report in from NASA:

"Two specific instances were described where astronauts had been so intoxicated prior to flight that flight surgeons and-or fellow astronauts raised concerns to local on-scene leadership regarding flight safety," the panel. "However, the individuals were still permitted to fly."



"I must emphasise that this report does not provide
specific information about alcohol-related incidents
and the review committee has left it to
Nasa to assess the scope of these alleged incidents."

Thanks now everything makes much more sense now.


Breaking News:Paris Hilton enrolls in NASA Space Program
When asked for a comment she said: That's Hot!

(Just Kidding: I couldn't resist!)
There you have it.

Bottom Line:

Take some time to lighten up and have fun today!

Personal Peace comes to those who
take themselves lightly, like angels.

Kick off your shoes and Enjoy every moment like it was your last!

Inviting you to your Personal Peace,

Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr. Mike Davison

Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Birds of a feather Eat together? Harvard Study says Yes!

Did I get your attention?

Good!

According to a new study done by prestigious Harvard University,
if your friends are overweight you're more than likely to follow suit.

Now this doesn't give you permission to blame your friends for the weight you
gained.

This gives you another perspective about why it may be harder than usual to
lose weight or exercise.

What I found most amazing about this study was that if your family has a
history of obesity you are 40% more likely to be overweight. On the other hand,
if your social network is overweight you are 60% more likely to be overweight.

Is the power of association so strong that it surpasses genetics?

I don't know.

What do you think?

It's one of those things that make you go......hmmmm.

I would love to hear your comments on this topic.

Are you thinking:

"That's a bunch of hogwash, what do those Harvard guys know anyway"
or
"Awesome, now I have a reason to drop some of my friends"

Whatever your opinion,

Let your voice be known!

Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr.Mike Davison

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Monday, July 23, 2007

Good Vibrations! It does a body good

"I'm pickin' up good vibrations
I'm pickin' up good vibrations
(Oom bop bop good vibrations)"
-the Beach Boys

No, it's not "Name This Tune".

Don't worry, I won't ask you to sing either.

But, I do have a more serious question for you.

What vibrations are you generating in your life?

Dr Wayne Dyer in his book,
There's a Spiritual Solution to Every Problem says,

" Spiritual Problem solving ultimately means examining the concept of energy
in a new way. You have within you the ability to increase your frequency and enhance the energy field of your everyday life. By increasing the speed that you vibrate you move into a life of spiritual connection and away from material world of problems."

Lower energy fields consist of : fear, anxiety, and ego (it's all about me,me,me and more me")
Higher energy fields consist of :courage, acceptance, love, and giving of your talents to help advance humanity.

Let's put this in a real world example.

You make an intention to pursue your desire of becoming a writer. The moment you
begin to "go for it" a thought of fear (lower energy) comes into play.

What happens next? I'm sure you can feel in the blank. A situation (writer's block or peeling the paint of the office wall) all of a sudden comes into the picture.

The result: Your desire gets doused. The fire goes out.

Now if you replaced the thought of fear with courage and love in that same situation, you set an all together different environment for your dream to become reality. The atmosphere becomes one where more ideas have the opportunity to flow and flourish.

What intentions or dreams do you want to accomplish in your life?

See what energy field shows up when you think about putting action to it.

Try this for a week. Consciously raise yourself to a higher energy in thought and see what miracles begin to show up for you.

Let me know what you discover and share it on this blog.

I look forward to hearing from you!

"Raising the roof " on energy,

Your Destiny Doctor
Dr.Mike Davison

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Friday, July 20, 2007

Inside the Mind of a "Tiger"

You Got Game!

I'm not just talking about sports.

But are you living the life of your dreams.

Being fully alive is your purpose here on Earth.

One example of someone who is living fully alive is Tiger Woods.

The one thing that separates Tiger from the cubs is........

mental toughness.

" I treat Golf as a sport while others treat golf like a hobby." says Tiger
His pre-shot routine is precise and focused and done the same each time.
He's able to handle any condition he finds himself in.

How's your mental game of life? Do you have a routine that can weather any
of life's storms?

I can help you develop a game plan that will help you live the life of your dreams.

Being fully alive can be yours. It's your choice.

To your journey,
Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr.Mike Davison

Inside the Mind of a "Tiger"

You Got Game!

I'm not just talking about sports.

But are you living the life of your dreams.

Being fully alive is your purpose here on Earth.

One example of someone who is living fully alive is Tiger Woods.

The one thing that separates Tiger from the cubs is........

mental toughness.

" I treat Golf as a sport while others treat golf like a hobby." says Tiger
His pre-shot routine is precise and focused and done the same each time.
He's able to handle any condition he finds himself in.

How's your mental game of life? Do you have a routine that can weather any
of life's storms?

I can help you develop a game plan that will help you live the life of your dreams.

Being fully alive can be yours. It's your choice.

To your journey,
Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr.Mike Davison

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Wednesday, July 18, 2007

Revealed: Jon Stewart knows "The secret "

What's this secret Mike?

How to craft a magnetic personality that draws mega success.

Guess what? You can do this too, starting today.

There's a fun practice exercise toward the end of this post that you won't want to miss!


Don’t you enjoy being around someone with a genuine laugh
and fun sense of humor?

To really develop a magnetic personality, start working on a
cheerful attitude...Whenever you lose your
ability to laugh, your physical and emotional health start to
decline rapidly. Never miss a chance to laugh aloud.

A smile and a good chuckle will encourage—but out and out laughter is the real thing that will draw others to you.

This excerpt is from an Invitation to Personal Peace--


The exercises in this chapter will empower you to develop an irresistible personality.


Turn to page 141 in an Invitation to Personal Peace and get a head start on the exercise for day 7.

Here's your activity as promised:

In the last 24 hours, this video clip from the Jon Stewart show has gained popularity from it's humor and lightheartedness. Enjoy the clip. Have a hearty laugh. See how much better you feel and look for other ways to incorporate humor in your every life.

Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice said the Iraqis have made "not inconsequential movement forward" in a clip played on the show. "Wait, not inconsequential," Stewart mused, "so that's like not un-bad. Tell me not less."

The following video is from Comedy Central's The Daily Show, broadcast on July 16.



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Monday, July 16, 2007

"I promise" sorta Says Lindsey Lohan


"On my honor, I will do my best, To do my duty..."

Excuse me.. Wrong one.

Lohan keeps her Promises reports USA today after being released from rehab after her extended treatment.

Are her fingers crossed behind her back?

Just kidding. She would never think of doing that.

Her rep, Leslie Sloane, issued a statement to People.com: "On Friday, July 13, 2007, Lindsay Lohan successfully completed her 45 days of residential and extended care treatment at Promises. She has transitioned to an intensive outpatient program, which includes attendance at daily AA meetings, outpatient therapy and daily testing."

And Lohan, who checked into the Malibu center May 28, appears to be taking some initiative. "On her own, she has also made the decision in support of her sobriety to wear an alcohol monitoring bracelet.

This past Saturday July 14th she was spotted partying at a nightclub.


I don't know about you. But does it seem counterproductive to go to a nightclub after being released from rehab?

It's risky to depend on your will power when your environment is surrounded by your old
way of life. The environment has a way of winning out.

If you want and desire real change in your life, you must decide to put in support systems that
reinforce the life you want to live. That's what I do as a coach. I help you set up systems
that empower you to reach your goals faster without self-sabotage.

Contact me today and allow me to walk with you on
your journey and make your destiny extraordinary.

Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr. Mike Davison

Friday, July 13, 2007

Finally the Cure for Negativity Found

While reading Think and Grow Rich today, I was moved by the following passage. It reminded me how easy it is to be influenced by the company we keep into the trap of negativity.


If you have a burning desire to achieve a vision that benefits others and brings joy to you, it is your divine right to go for it. Let the Nay Sayers be left in the dust of conformity. Often times the burning desire given to you is a treasure to be nurtured and acted upon despite the blindness of others. Believe that you can conceive the idea with divine guidance and give birth to brilliance.


Men with negative minds tried to convince Thomas A. Edison that he could not build a machine that would record and reproduce the human voice, "because" they said, "no one else had ever produced such a machine." Edison did not believe them. He knew that the mind could produce ANYTHING THE MIND COULD CONCEIVE AND BELIEVE, and that knowledge was the thing that lifted the great Edison above the common herd.

Men with negative minds told F. W. Woolworth, he would go "broke" trying to run a store on five and ten cent sales. He did not believe them. He knew that he could do anything, within reason, if he backed his plans with faith. Exercising his right to keep other men's negative suggestions out of his

mind, he piled up a fortune of more than a hundred million dollars.

Men with negative minds told George Washington he could not hope to win against the vastly superior forces of the British, but he exercised his Divine right to BELIEVE, therefore this book was published under the protection of the Stars and Stripes, while the name of Lord Cornwallis has been all but forgotten.

Doubting Thomases scoffed scornfully when Henry Ford tried out his first crudely built automobile on the streets of Detroit. Some said the thing never would become practical. Others said no one would pay money for such a contraption. FORD SAID, "I'LL BELT THE EARTH WITH DEPENDABLE MOTOR CARS," AND HE DID! His decision to trust his own judgment has already piled up a fortune far greater than the next five generations of his descendants can squander. For the benefit of those seeking vast riches, let it be remembered that practically the sole difference between Henry Ford and a majority of the more than one hundred thousand men who work for him, is this--FORD HAS A MIND AND CONTROLS IT, THE OTHERS HAVE MINDS WHICH THEY DO NOT TRY TO CONTROL.

Henry Ford has been repeatedly mentioned, because he is an astounding example of what a man with a mind of his own, and a will to control it, can accomplish. His record knocks the foundation from under that time-worn alibi, "I never had a chance." Ford never had a chance, either, but he CREATED AN OPPORTUNITY AND BACKED IT WITH PERSISTENCE UNTIL IT MADE HIM RICHER THAN CROESUS- (From Think and Grow Rich)

(Croesus is the guy below with the crown)- Must have been one rich dude!



If you've fallen victim to the influence of negativity, take heart.

Here's the Cure:

That's right. There's about 5 chapters dedicated to Removing Blocks to Personal Peace. This will be your Kryptonite to Any Forces that try to squelch your fire.

Dedicated to giving you back control of your destiny,

Your Destiny Doctor,

Dr. Mike Davison































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Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Are you the next American Inventor?

When is the last time you felt like this?




I bet you feel this way all the time.

You wake up excited to start your day.
And time flies.

In fact, you can't wait to do it all over again.

Am I right?

Or maybe you feel the
exact opposite.

"Why is that alarm clock going off already?
It feels like I just went to bed."

After pushing snooze for the 7th time, you decide that it's interfering
your sleep. So you finally convince yourself to get ready for work.

At work, your most exciting time is watching the second
hand on the clock just waiting for the first break.

Does that sound more like it? How would it feel if you loved what you did everyday?

Back to the picture I referenced above.

These people are excited because they are auditioning for the chance of living the American Dream of being the
next American Inventor.

This reality show is inspiring and heartwarming.

Okay,

so... what would be a reality show without
some uh umm... interesting inventions.



The last inventor that presented tonight
inspired this post.

Allow me to share this powerful moment with you:

After presenting his invention and waiting for votes that
would determine his fate, in a moment of silence before
the final decision, he made a final plea:

"The only way for America to rediscover the American Dream
is if each one of us rediscover our dreams."

That moment sealed his fate for that last vote: yes!-- He
is now off to the finals to fight for his heart's desire- His American Dream to become reality!

This is the heart and soul of the America.

Living your dreams.

Here is my question for you: Are you living your dream or your nightmare?

There is a way out.

Your desire must be larger than your fear.

Here's your Destiny Doctor Prescription: Make a decision to Live your Dream and
Reclaim your destiny.

It's your birthright.

Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr. Mike Davison

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Monday, July 09, 2007

Paris Hilton starts Missionary work with Britney

Ever Since Paris Hilton's Conversation's with God,
she vowed to make this world a better place.

Looks like she started close to Home looking at this Headline:

Britney 'Praying' for Her 'Brokenhearted' Mom

"I'm praying for her right now," Britney saccharinely told a crush of shutterbugs on Sunday outside a Los Angeles sushi joint, before adding a pot-and-kettle-tinged potshot, "I hope she gets all the help she needs."

Chapter 41 in An Invitation to Personal Peace Says

Once you know the formula for spiritual fulfillment and
success, it is time to consider different avenues in which that
formula should be put in to action. The main one you will
find in every area of your life is relationships. Quality relationships
are key to cultivating personal peace.

Throwing a letter at your mom, while yelling "stay away from your grandkids!"

is not exactly the way to invite personal peace in your life.

Britney didn't quite make it to chapter 41 yet, but when she does, she'll find some
powerful daily exercises that will help her heal and embrace the most important
relationships in her life, including herself.

Have you read Chapter 41 yet?


If not, I'll make it easy for you:



Sending Peace and Happiness your Way,
Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr. Mike Davison





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Friday, July 06, 2007

Power of Prayer to Invite Personal Peace

Rev. MC Hammer was right after all:

"We've Got to Pray Just to Make it Today!"

According to USA today,This comes as no surprise to preachers and doctors who say they have seen the way personal faith can influence a patient's reaction to all kinds of pain, psychological or physical.

"Prayer enables you to take your mind and place it in a new perspective," says family doctor Harold Betton, who also is pastor of New Light Baptist Church in Little Rock. By focusing on prayer, he says, believers reduce stress and gain control over pain.


How about you?

Prayer is a powerful source of personal peace. When you focus on a higher power outside of yourself away from all the distractions,worries, and problems personal peace that "passeth all understanding" enters in.

I can't explain how it happens. All I know is that it works. Try it for yourself and expect miracles where impossibilities exist. What do you have to lose?

Your Destiny Doctor of Personal Peace,
Dr. Mike Davison



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Wednesday, July 04, 2007

Calling all Chocolate Lovers!

Do you remember hearing

"Don't eat sweets before you eat your dinner, you'll spoil your appetite"
(Who came up with that phrase anyway)

Well this is the day you've been waiting for!



According to MSN News, Chocolate lovers can rejoice again: More research has found that the antioxidants in dark chocolate can help slightly lower blood pressure.

This is my kind of Study!

The research was led by Dr. Dirk Taubert, of University Hospital of Cologne, who has done previous research on the effects of cocoa on high blood pressure.

The authors suspect that dark chocolate may increase levels of nitric oxide, a compound that helps to relax and open the blood vessels.

An American nutrition expert found the results promising.


Now Before you rip open that bag of Hersey Kisses turn to page 110 in

An Invitation to Personal Peace the chapter is called Practice Mindfulness as You Eat Chocolate.

This chapter uncovers the secret way to double the benefits of eating chocolate. Make sure to follow the instructions to get the full benefit of the process.

What's that?
You don't have the book.
Let's take care of that right now!

Order and An Invitation to Personal Peace



Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr. Mike Davison

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Monday, July 02, 2007

Organic Cigarettes for the "Health-Conscious"?

Yes, You've read the title correctly! As a matter of fact, this is the title from the Canadian Medical Association Journal.

Next time you're stocking up at y
our local health food store buying lavender oil for aromatherapy or meditation, don't be surprised if you see "Natural American Spirit"-Organic Cigarettes.

Sounds logical right?

I mean over the past few we
eks we've seen Paris Hilton transform to missionary.
And Million dollar court cases for a pair of missing pants.

Why not-- Organic Cigarettes to give you inner peace of knowing you're smoking the "healthy way?"

As Best Selling author Seth Godlin, said so eloquently in his blog on this same topic

Not just organic, but "all natural" and not tested on animals and certified "cruelty free" by PETA. There's a percentage of smokers who are able to get by the internal inconsistency of the term "organic cigarettes" and love the story. But for smokers with the world view that they want to be careful what they smoke, that they want a gourmet product, ....


Here is your Destiny Doctor question for today:

1.Has switching to organic cigarettes really given you inner peace?
If Yes, proceed to question number 2

2.What would you say if I offered you an extra $100 to put in your pocket every month?
If that sounds good to you, claim your cash below.











Here is your Destiny Doctor Disclaimer for your Health:

Warning:
An Invitation to Personal Peace is habit forming and
proven to increase happiness, unshakable self confidence, and life long success. Because of it's addictive nature, you may not be able to put it
down once you start reading. Proceed at your own risk of life transforming
Bliss!



The Choice is yours.

Today choose to invest $17.00 in yourself for a lifetime of Inner Peace and
save over a hundred dollars a month on what you would spend on
"healthy cigarettes".

An Invitation to Personal Peace is a habit that you won't want to kick:
Start Today!


Your Destiny Doctor,
Dr. Mike Davison

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