Panic and Excitement


I was handed a copy of Seth Godin's latest book, Linchpin, yesterday. Last night, even though I was exhausted, it kept me awake. This morning I have devoured more of it. And now I have two emotions that both are leading to the same reaction.

One is a sense of panic. I feel like I need to get "Avoiding the Blues" out now! The world that Seth describes is the one I describe in my book. I completely relate and feel almost like my book should be an annex to his - a bonus book for readers of Linchpin. There is a connection.

I need to publish it now!

Second is a sense of excitement. Gosh, I have the same ideas as Seth and he can make a killing spreading his ideas of self brand, ingenuity, uniqueness, etc. I can relate. I have lived this. I feel it, it is running through my veins and I need to get the word out. I am excited about the possibility of helping people with my book. What are the possibilities? Doesn't matter. It just feels right.

I need to publish "Avoiding the Blues" now!

Today I hope to find a high-speed internet joint where I can finalize the upload and get my proof forwarded on to me.

I feel like "Avoiding the Blues" is vital to who I am....my linchpin.

Once again...thank you Seth. For creating, writing and inspiring.

Let me know what you think about what you have just read. Please and thanks!

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