One of my favorite quotes is, “You can’t hang out with chickens and expect to soar with eagles.” What that means is that if you spend time with people who think differently, who are not satisfied with the status quo, or do not settle for average, then you will become like them.

In psychology, we have what’s called the Law of the Group. The Law of the Group means that the characteristics of each individual combined together create a new culture or new group dynamic. For example, Joe is an entrepreneur who wants to start a successful business. However, he chooses to spend the majority of his time with people who don’t have that same mindset. Unfortunately, Joe will not grow and develop as an entrepreneur. He will not change, and more than likely, not start his business.

I read that Harvey Firestone, Henry Ford, and Thomas Edison all had summer homes by each other. As neighbors, they would spend hours talking about inventions or discussing things that most people wouldn’t consider. That story always resonated with me. Each one of them was very successful individually, but combined, they were on a league of their own. Could you imagine sitting in on that conversation? Could you imagine how much you would learn?

If you are the smartest or most successful person in your circle, then it’s time to level up. There’s nothing wrong with your friends, but if you have big dreams, you have to surround yourself with individuals who have already leveled up in their own life. Remember, the law of the group determines how successful you’re going to be.

You are also a member of a friend group. If your friends were to read this, what would they say about you? Are they challenged and inspired when they spend time with you? Conversely, when you are interacting with them, listen to what you say. Are you encouraging them to strive to accomplish their goals?

As you read this article, I would have you reflect on who you surround yourself with. Who are the people in your friend group who are reaching their goals? How often do you individually spend time with them? Have you asked them the secret to their success? Perhaps, even ask them to introduce you to other people who are even more successful than they are.

When you invest your time and energy with people who are farther along than you, you will see another level of success. The dreams that have been dormant in your heart will start to manifest. Your mind starts to shift, and you’ll begin to think differently. You will realize that you can and will accomplish your dreams

Surround yourself with eagles.

James Miller is a licensed psychotherapist and the executive producer and host of the nationally broadcasted and syndicated radio show James Miller | LIFEOLOGY®. For more information, visit JamesMillerLIFEOLOGY®.com or LIFEOLOGY.tv.

This article is linked with The Billion Dollar Secret episode with Rafael Badziag

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