WIN! A copy of Be Brilliant Every Day (closed)
Last year at the brilliant Tots100 Blog Summit in Birmingham, I watched a presentation by Andy Cope. It was inspiring, funny and hugely motivational. At the end, he gave me a copy of his book ‘The Art of Being Brilliant’. I rarely read books – mainly because I’m just too damn busy! – and so it was meant to be that the one of only two books I read last year (the other one was ‘Lucky Bitch’!) was a book all about ‘busyness’ and how to slow things down, get your priorities straight and concentrate on generally being brilliant. It was an inspiration!
Andy has just published another book: ‘Be Brilliant Every Day’. I cheekily tweeted him at @beingbrilliant to ask for a copy and a few days later it dropped through my letterbox. Perfect timing – I was heading into London the next day on the slow train from Brighton. I finished it in a day (and missed my station in the process).
The new book continues along the same lines as ‘The Art of Being Brilliant’, but with lots more entertaining and thought provoking ideas and quotes. The general idea here is that we’re all brilliant inside, we just need to let it shine.
I’ve been a student of the school of positive thought for some years – if you want to be successful at comping, you have to be optimistic. Mind you, having the nickname SuperLuckyDi puts me under a bit of pressure – I’m expected to be brilliant at what I do!
In 2013 I got into personal development websites – I discovered Denise Duffield Thomas (author of ‘Lucky Bitch’) and signed up to Beta test Happify. But sometimes it’s hard for us cynical Brits to appreciate the chirpy, upbeat, in-your-face attitude that’s so popular in the US and Australia. ‘Be Brilliant Every Day’ on the other hand, has a realistic approach that suits us perfectly!
GIVEAWAY: Win a copy of Be Brilliant Every Day
Andy has kindly offered to post a copy of his new book to the winner of my prize draw! Entry is simple – leave a comment on this post telling me something brilliant that you’ve done recently – or something brilliant you’re going to do in the near future. Perhaps you’ve ticked something really important off your to-do list, sent a postcard to an old friend, or done something wonderful with the kids! Enter before 11th June 2014, and one random winner will receive a copy of Be Brilliant Every Day!
I’ve done something brilliant this week – I unsubscribed from 1000 email newsletters that were cluttering my inbox and wasting my valuable time. More about that soon!
Terms & Conditions:
- There is one prize of a paperback copy of ‘Being Brilliant Every Day’
- Open to UK residents aged 16 and over
- Closing date for entries is 11.59pm on 11 June 2014
- Only one entry per person
- To enter, you must leave a comment to say something brilliant you’ve done or will do
- The winning entry will be chosen at random
- Winners will be informed by email within 14 days of the closing date and will need to respond with a postal address within 28 days or a new winner will be chosen.
- The prize will be supplied within 30 days of receiving the winner’s address
- Andy Cope is wholly responsible for prize fulfillment, and SuperLucky accepts no responsibility for the non-delivery of prizes
Dusted off my rowing machine…..brilliant…still looks new under all those cobwebs 🙂
I’ve decided to grow up and take on more responsibility at work instead of taking the easy life.
I’ve been decorating my son’s new house as a surprise whilst he is away on holiday.
great prize
Dressed in a onesie dragon for work only to be the only one turn up in one – stayed as a dragon all day walking from the furthest part of the car park as well (oh dear)!!
I helped my child through all his school life (his as mild learning difficulties) supporting with homework on a daily basis, liaising with teacher’s/mentors/private tutors all whilst making sure we didn’t push too hard but tried our best to get him a good foundation for life. It was there I found the greatest lessons when your fighting someone’s corner for them. This Friday he will take his final exam. It feels like we, as a family, will cross the finishing line.
Stopped dithering and opened up an ebay shop to get rid of all surplus clutter – been procrastinating about it for too long.
I won my first ever holiday which was to LA. I also suffer from anxiety so this was a big deal for me to go. Go me 🙂
I am getting my husband an unexpected surprise for his 60th Birthday in July – Shhhhhhhhh!
The brilliant thing I’ve done is to have got my daughter tickets to see The Fault in Their Stars a week before its release date. She is so excited !
My poor old dad is in hospital. He hasn’t got a TV so I downloaded all the D Day programmes onto my iPad and have given him that for the week. (Miss it like mad …. And my dad of course!)
I marshalled at the TT. Two brilliant weeks of my life every year.
Practised my keepie uppies before my trip to Brazil to watch the footie! Flipping brilliant and very excited.
Been there for the teenagers when they have problems
I climbed a mountain !!! having arthritic hips meant it took a damn site longer than it would take most people, but I did it !!!
Kept my temper when my lad did something stupid yet again, so smiles all round, it’s great to have a happy house
Been there for the wife
I gave my friend my old bike so she can get around easier
Yesterday I got a new placement to do my counselling training, and I am promising that I will bring my best self to my work with clients there every day, even when I’m sick, or it’s raining, or I don’t feel like it.
Took my son to London for a treat on the train and had a fantastic time!
I went to Costa yesterday and bought a homeless man a cup of tea and a sandwich.
I’ve just cooked a delicious meal for my hardworking dear. He deserved it.
I got elected.
I passed the second module of my Masters!
I shredded loads of old paperwork that I’ve been meaning to do for ages.
Helping my mum start her business
I’ve mastered Twitter. A big achievement for a technophobe like me. Now just need to work out PinInterest and Instagram and I’ll really be down with the kids 🙂
I volunteered at Chelsea Flower show’s gala evening selling goody bags for charity.
Supported my Mum after her recent illness 🙂
I’ve started my own business and am getting back on my feet after years of illness, yay! 🙂 x
I’ve entered this draw! 😉
I’m pregnant with my first baby which is pretty darn brilliant! And blows my mind everyday!
Last week, I did a 22-mile sponsored walk to raise money for Riding for the Disabled in memory of one of my sister’s friends who died last year. Twenty of us did the Bridgnorth Walk in her memory and we raised £4,000. It was a fab day, with lovely Shropshire scenery to take in, and it stayed dry. Best of all, my sister managed to finish, despite a chest infection. She’s still coughing now!
I helped a young girl get some work experience at my job. She really wanted to help and get involved, and after a lot of emails, calls with her, talking with colleagues etc.. today i managed to get it confirmed and she will be helping me at work two weeks in her summer holidays. She was so grateful and I feel brilliant for it – so worth all the effort! I think she’ll get a lot out of it (I plan to make sure so!).
I have juggled work and kids and survived a car crash – and sorted out all the insurance calls that go with it and didnt miss a day off work!
I helped an elderly gentleman up off the floor, he had fallen down in the shop. I then helped him get home, not a brilliant action in itself, but it made me feel a tiny bit brilliant and sparkly!
I just won a pair of Louboutin Heels worth £550 I’m auctioning them off for my favourite charity Motivation 😀
I have finished all my exams, bring on the Summer!
I SOLD unwanted items on ebay for some holiday money 🙂
I arranged for my 19 year old daughter to meet and sign up with a life coach. She needs expert guidance to help her life her life to the full a she is a little lost after leaving school. She thinks it was a brilliant thing and is already changing.
I’m going to finally finish my post-graduate degree. It’s taken me a few years, as family and work have needed me more, but I’m going to do it! And that *will* be brilliant.
I’ve sold a few items on Ebay, extra pennies and extra space in the cupboard. I hope to keep the momentum going and part with all the baby clothes next.
I’m on a massive decluttering mission, so far three boxes of stuff to the charity shop, a whole load of paperwork dealt with and now gone; two bin bags of cuddly toys and more to the charity shop; and the whole balcony cleaned, sorted and re-planted. Bathroom and kitchen are next…
Learnt to swim. Very happy with myself.
I gave CPR to one of my students after she collapsed & stopped breathing. She was by the time the paramedics arrived 🙂 She now gives me a high five whenever she sees me 😀
Wow, that’s an amazing story Rachael. Nice work!
im going to pluck up the courage to leave my abusive husband
Jayne I hope you mean this – and I hope you’re OK, as it’s worried me. Please, if you do need someone to chat to or message, just Facebook me. x
Scheduled all the guest posts for whilst I am away – AND all the tweets to promote the bloggers who have kindly stepped in for me!
Went abseiling with my daughter. Her friend dropped out and I was left to step in. It gave me a migraine – but she thought I was a brilliant mum for doing it so it kind of counts!
I finally cleared out all the junk in my shed – brilliant!
I wrote a short film which I then filmed and directed myself.
I listened to Andy speak on Thursday and this weekend bought nicer pants! I’m now trying to be more positive, particularly difficult in the middle of a washing machine flooded kitchen like yesterday!
I sorted out all my important paperwork and filed it away correctly, throwing away anything unnecessary. I have been putting this off for ages but feel loads better now I have done this. I found my birth certificate in the pile which has been missing in action for about two years!!
I got back into contact with a very old friend from school we are now as close as back at school you would never realise we hadn’t seen each other for about 8 years
After I finished my college course I found I had a few hours spare each day so I decided to something worthwhile in my own community. I’ve just been accepted to work with AgeUK as a shopper for the elderly and I can’t wait to start.
I have re joined the gym to add my weight loss, really enjoying it and its brilliant for me time, energizing my mood and sluggish brain
On my 40th birthday my hubby and i were in Las Vegas to celebrate it and i went on the ride at the top of The Stratosphere-now considering i wont go to the top of a step ladder as heights terrify me i thought this was utterly brilliant of me as that is waaaaay high!!, i conquered my fear even if it was only for a few minutes!
I remember going on those two Stratosphere rides – terrifying!
I cleared out a kitchen cupboard. Why did I get rid of the silicon tray I use for carrot cake? Big mistake…
I found a friend through Facebook that I haven’t seen for years, she had remarried after a traumatic divorce and lost contact as we had moved as well. Great feeling to have her back in my life.
i made my first nail tutorial video
I made a video that I posted to youtube on how to live a more sustainable lifestyle!
I started a vegetable plot and persisted and now have a selection of runner beans, courgettes, tomatoes, lettuce, rhubarb, butternut squash, broccoli and potatoes 🙂 all growing beautifully …get me…:)
I got in touch with a friend I haven’t seen for almost 5 years and she is visiting me this weekend. So looking forward to catching up with her.
I helped my grandaughter make chocolate biscuits from an old recipe I had. They were fantastic and well shared by her brothers and sister.
I drove a transit van over three days to help my daughter move house. Never driven one before, I was so worried when I picked it.
Soon got into the job in hand. At the end of the rental time I didnt want to give it back…..Fabulous experience
I’ve started volunteering at my son’s school to help his friends learn to read, I offered through gritted teeth then amazed myself by thoroughly enjoying myself 🙂
Tomorrow is my birthday also the day 16 years ago that i had my daughter best birthday pressent ever we allways spend that day doing girls thing, that day is our just the two of u
I won a voucher to do Coasteering and the thought of it totally terriifed me and my kids said I would not have the guts to do it. So, over the course of a year, I lost 5 stone in weight and gradually came to terms with the idea of jumping of a cliff into a freezing cold sea! Last August I finally did it and I have to say it was one of the most brilliant experiences and brilliant days I have ever had.
Had a couple of brilliant wins and inspiring others to win this week it does give you a lift I am a believer in positive thinking sending out positive thoughts to the universe what you wish for, Also sending out love and healing and prayers to those in need, Also believe in good karma helping others do volunteer work weekly in the community so rewarding!
I made homemade birthday muffins for my mum, rather than going and buying a shop cake. For me that was brilliant!
I held a hawk, this is something I have always wanted to do but never had the confidence before. Still smiling like a Cheshire cat 🙂
Helped a person whom I support, with a learning disability, achieve a life skill.
Well the big thing Im doing is skydiving for charity (with Clare!) and i have vertigo.
I believe its best to start small with ‘brilliance’! At the weekend, I went out of my way to help a customer at work, and they left being amazed at the personal service, when they were only expecting a litttle
I run a charity and have recently sent out gifts to several seriously ill children 🙂 x
I’m a work in process, I’ve been learning how to use the computer/social networking since last October when I started entering competitions. I’m really proud of my progress as I have found it difficult but as my knowledge has increased so has my self confidence in all areas of my life, and I was lacking confidence before. Getting prizes is great too, I feel very lucky 🙂
I have/am in the process of setting up a educational consultancy intending to support centres where children take educational visits or are open to the public. I realize that this mightn’t be “being brilliant” yet, but I have been to so many places that could have been so much better if they had someone to help them improve their learning environment and their activities. I have wanted to do it for years and have finally plucked up the courage to give it a go.
“Nothing was ever achieved without hardwork.”
My intention is not to be brilliant myself, but to help others to be brilliant at being brilliant!
‘Helping others be brilliant at being brilliant’. I like it! 🙂
Completed the London Marathon in April and raised £1400 for Mary’s Meals
I’m jumping from a plane in August raising money for the Lullaby Trust
And here’s Clare’s link to donate: http://www.justgiving.com/clare-nicholas3 – best of luck with the Skydive Clare. Brilliant!
Thank you SO much Di
I hopped 5km on my crutches to raise over £270 for Cancer Research 🙂
not that inspiring after reading the other comments but clearly out all the families wardrobes must be done
I’ve reconnected with an old friend I hadn’t seen in years. We grew apart and lost contact but I made it my goal to rekindle our friendship and ensure we cherish the memories we had and through the reconnection can make lots of new ones 🙂
i have finally finished my 3 year degree! and i feel brillliant for it!
I’ve committed to using 6 days of this half term to ferrying son twice a day to our nearest city (30 miles round trip x 2) so he can do a lifeguard swimming course. This will hopefully help him to start earning his keep………..
I snorkelled on a coral reef in Cuba, which was pretty special.
As a side note, Andy Cope lives near me and did a motivational talk at my daughter’s school, which was apparently fantastic. He also does a cracking series of children’s books called Spy Dog!
I booked a week off work and am going to use it to visit friends dotted all around the uk.
I did that a few years ago when my best mate was over from Japan. Best road trip ever! We even visited our old house in Bradford!
Here’s something briiiant. Literally brilliant! I have created a number of aura/mandala hats
Wow! Beautiful. That’s reminded me that I was going to take up crochet again this year!
I have lost nearly 3 stone – it has made me more confident in myself and I feel brilliant !
Yippee! I hope you’ve gone out and bought some fabulous new clothes to celebrate – well done!
I have! Think I have gone a bit over the top though – but I have not been a size 12 for about 30 years so think I deserve it !! 🙂
Made a special effort to go down to New Zealand early January to visit my eldest brother. We never really knew one another when I was a child because he is 10 years older than me & had left home working by the time I was old enough to have a decent conversation. Anyway, he has Alzheimers now so I knew if I didn’t get to know him now I may never get that chance again – due to the illness. We had a wonderful time – he told me lots about Mum & Dads early marriage times & our family history that I never really knew. So, after loads of hugs & laughter, we left – probably will be the last time I get to share happy times with him. There are some advantages when someone can only remember the ‘olden days’. This week I can only remember the wonderful time I had with my brother, Robert
Irene, that’s a lovely story! I flew to see my sister in Sri Lanka last month after years of procrastinating about it. I’m so glad I did!