TMS #119: The Visual Blueprint for Success

How My Wife Used Mindset Shifts to Go from Weekend Musician to Booked Performer

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I. The Power of Visualization: The Journey Begins

Imagine standing before an audience.

The spotlight warms your face as you perform a song you created from the heart.

Last night, that was our reality.

My wife, Eugénie VP, had a big music show.

I was the proud husband and drummer.

We performed a full set of 21 songs.

Each song had multimedia backgrounds and pro lighting.

It was electric.

But, reflecting on our journey made the night more powerful.

Eugénie had transformed from a hobbyist musician into a booked artist selling CDs.

One year ago, this vision seemed like a distant dream.

In December 2023, she made a life-changing decision to pursue music professionally.

She started with one fundamental idea:

Visualizing her future self, not just hoping for it..

My wife makes her dream come true. I’m the proud smiling guy in white on the right.

II. Visualizing Success: Building a Future Image

Eugénie had always loved music, but last year she took a bold step.

She started to see herself as a known artist, someone who plays extraordinary piano pieces and sings to packed audiences.

Every day, she visualized this future self in her mind.

She imagined her life as a successful artist.

It would be performing live, hearing applause, and signing autographs.

Her commitment wasn’t just about wishing.

It was about visualizing that life with intensity and clarity.

III. From Visualization to Action

Visualization is powerful, but without action, it’s just a dream.

My wife knew that.

She didn’t just stop at imagining.

She took inspired action every day.

She released her first single, "Vahine Vanira," which quickly attracted attention.

She collaborated with top studios and arrangers in Paris, building her professional network and refining her skills.

Soon, she was working on professional music videos to bring her songs to life visually and emotionally.

Her efforts paid off.

She became the patron of two music festivals, a significant recognition for a new artist.

These weren’t just lucky breaks.

They were the results of her hard work and commitment. 

Most importantly, they came from the visualization techniques she practiced daily.

IV. Last Night’s Show: A Dream Realized

Fast forward to last night.

Our big multimedia concert brought Eugénie’s vision to life.

The atmosphere was filled with energy and excitement.

We played alongside 12 dancers, each adding to the show.

A Colombian singer opened our evening with a vibrant performance.

Eugénie was a star on stage, radiating the energy she had spent months visualizing.

The audience was captivated, and applause filled the venue after each song.

It was the culmination of a journey that began with a single idea:

The belief that she could make her vision a reality.

V. After the Show: Reflecting on the Journey

After the concert, my wife held her first autograph session.

Fans lined up, sharing their admiration and appreciation.

She sold copies of her single CD, seeing in real time the impact her music was having on others.

In the quiet of this morning, we sat down together and reviewed the night and the past year.

What stood out to both of us was how visualization had taken her from a weekend musician to a booked artist.

Visualization wasn’t just a step in her journey.

It was the driving force.

VI. Why Visualization Works: Creating Mental Pathways

Visualization helps because it primes your mind for success.

Imagining your success at a goal creates mental pathways.

They guide your actions.

For Eugénie, seeing herself as a successful artist made her take steps she might never have taken otherwise.

  • She said yes to opportunities.

  • She sought out collaborations.

  • And, she accepted challenges that helped her grow.

  • She visualized her future self.

This trained her mind to spot and act on opportunities that matched her vision.

VII. How You Can Use Visualization to Reach Your Goals

Visualizing success isn’t just for musicians.

It's a powerful tool for anyone, especially for us young entrepreneurs.

We want to build a business and gain financial freedom.

Here’s a simple method you can use to start building your own “Visual Blueprint for Success”:

  1. Define Your Vision:

    Get clear on what you want.

    Picture yourself achieving it.

    What does it look like?

    How do you feel?

    Describe it as vividly as possible.

  2. Create a Visual Routine:

    Set aside a few minutes each day to imagine yourself living that life.

    See yourself succeeding.

    Feel the emotions of accomplishment.

  3. Pair Visualization with Action:

    Each day, take one step that aligns with your vision.

    Visualization primes your mind.

    Action builds momentum.

  4. Embrace Setbacks as Growth:

    Visualization doesn’t mean the road will be smooth.

    Challenges will come, but see each one as a stepping stone.

    Visualize how overcoming these challenges will strengthen you.

  5. Surround Yourself with Support:

    Like Eugénie, find a support system.

    Whether it’s friends, family, or mentors, having people who believe in you makes a difference.

Visualization transforms how you see yourself.

It connects you to your future, making every small step feel meaningful.

With time, this practice can change your reality.

VIII. Take the First Step Today

Reflect on one goal you want to achieve.

Close your eyes and picture it.

Be specific.

What are you wearing?

Who’s around you?

What emotions do you feel?

The more detailed your vision, the more your mind will start aligning with that goal.

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