About the Author
S t e v e P a v l i n a runs one of the most popular personal develop-
ment Websites on the Internet, creatively n a m e d StevePavlina.com.
He has written more than 700 free articles and recorded 20 free audio
programs on topics such as productivity, relationships, and spirituality.
Steve's Website is enjoyed by more than t w o million monthly visitors
in 150 countries, and he continues to post n e w material every week.
Prior to launching StevePavlina.com, Steve founded and ran Dex-
terity Software, an award-winning computer-game development and
publishing company, for more than a decade. He also served as presi-
dent of the nonprofit Association of Shareware Professionals and was
later inducted into their Hall of Fame. He willingly retired from g a m e
development in 2004 to begin a n e w career in the field of personal
development, a decision he has found immensely rewarding. Steve
lives with his wife, t w o children, and the Area 51 aliens in Las Vegas,
Nevada.
Steve's purpose in life is:
To live consciously and courageously;
To enjoy, increase, and share peace, energy, passion,
and abundance;
To resonate with love and compassion;
To awaken the great spirits within others;
And to fully embrace this present moment.
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