Question 1

What is deiterLine?

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deiterLine is a free platform to help you discover and focus your purpose, your 'Why'. There is more about this on the 'Why' of deiterLine.  The deiterLine App is a subscription to help you maintain focus, sustain motivation and pursue your purpose undeterred.   deiterLine is a transformational paradigm shift in thinking —from encumbering and obligating 'What and When,' to empowering and motivating 'Why and How.'   Contrary to what we have been taught, sustained motivation to succeed does not come from discipline and toughness so much as from calm, powerful clarity about who we are, and who we were meant to be. Often when we we lack motivation, we simply lack clarity of purpose.

Question 2

Isn't deiterLine just another goal app?

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deiterLine's foundation of 'Why and How' is more motivational than traditional goal setting.   'Why's' come from within you, your essence, ethos and purpose — freeing and motivating.   So many goals are motivated by external stimuli feeling like encumbering obligations, perhaps why 80% of the people who make New Year's resolutions quit by the second week of February.

Question 3

Why does deiterLine exist?

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deiterLine exists because 84% of the world resists Innovators, Visionaries and Creatives, the 2.5% of the world.   The 'Why' of deiterLine is to cheer you on to success.   Civilization advances. Suffering is lessened.   Einstein is credited with saying, "Intellectuals solve problems; geniuses prevent them."  Ultimately, the world needs who you were meant to be.

Question 4

How do I know if I am using deiterLine correctly?

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Progress and sustained motivation is better than perfection.  Your deiterLine experience is unique to you. deiterLine's major premise is that you are perfect as you are. deiterLine is not an app to change you.     deiterLine subscribes to the words of Carl Jung. "The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are."   Your Callings are your Callings and your Initiatives are your Initiatives, the journey that is unique to you.   Some caveates: deiterLine is not a to-do list app. There may be a tendency for people to make it so.   deiterLine is not a "should" app. Meaning you should do this or do that.   deiterLine is not a "Goal Setting" app. While you will set Initiatives ( actions and ventures ) they eminate from your 'Why' which comes from within you. Purpose will get you out of bed.   deiterLine is Calm, Powerful Clarity — the best motivation.

Question 5

What is the Diffusion of Innovation?

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For the purposes of deiterLine, The Diffusion of Innovation, developed by Everett M. Rogers, is a bell curve depicting the drivers and resistors of social change ( innovation diffusion ).   You can learn more about the Diffusion of Innovation by reading the works of Everett M. Rogers' fifth edition of the Diffusion of Innovation.

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Question 8

What is your 'Why'?

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Your 'Why' is your purpose, your single organizing idea. While we say single, you can have many 'Whys': Occupational or Aspirational.   There is help on the Help with your 'Why' page of the deiterLine website.

Question 9

How do you find your 'Why'?

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There is help for you on the Help with your 'Why' page of the deiterLine website.  In much of our site we say "…help you articulate your why." The reason for that is deep, down inside you know what motivates you and how you can be useful with your unique talents and abilities.   It is difficult because the world we are brought into is not always encouraging us to be ourselves. The first couple of years of our lives we are encouraged to walk and talk. After that, we are often pressured to sit still and be quiet. deiterLine is not here to fix you. You are innately perfect.    Finding your why is not a quest for what you will do when you grow up, but the acceptance of the essence and ethos of who you always were. The things that excite you are not random. They are connected with your purpose. Follow the things that excite you.   However, asking yourself what problems of the world you would like to solve and prevent is certainly a fine place to start.   Here are some thoughts from Friedrich Nietzsche: "In such a highly developed humanity as the present one each man by nature has access to many talents. Everyone possesses inborn talent, but few possess the degree of …acquired toughness, endurance and energy to actually become a talent,  that is to say, to become what they are."  deiterLine promotes a different take on toughness and endurance with our 'Why' and 'How' thinking. Is it possible deiterLine has one-upped Friedrich Nietzsche? If so, he would probably be pleased to find kindred spirits.   deiterLine exists, to help you become who you already are. The world needs who you were meant to be.

Question 10

How do you state your 'Why'?

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One suggestion is to us the To + So = your 'Why' equation.   To:is your positive contribution and So:is your possitive impact on others.   Example:   Calling : Creative Director — Why: To inform and entertain so we may live in a more enlightened, artful world...   Calling: Kindergarten Teacher — Why: To instill a love of reading at an early age so there are more life-time learners...   There is help on the Help with your 'Why' page of the deiterLine website.

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Question 12

Who will benefit from deiterLine's use?

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deiterLine benefits anyone who wants to make a difference, think, innovate and be themselves.   deiterLine helps you with your 'Why', helps you maintain focus, and helps you jump out of bed everyday with purpose.   Think of the possibilities: Faster solutions creation, faster innovation diffusion, more varied career opportunities, more diverse economies and a healthier, happier, more peaceful world.

Question 13

If I know my 'Why' do I still need the deiterLine App?

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Throughout the day we are constantly bombarded by the "noise" of doubt and negativity that can throw us into the chaos we can become. We lose clarity, and thus motivation.   Having your 'Why', your Callings in the palm of your hand with the essential Initiatives to advance your Callings mitigates the chaos we can become and we find ourselves back at calm, powerful clarity.   deiterLine can be very calming when we find ourselves suddenly awake at 3:00 in the morning.  We think you should you should subscribe to the deiterLine App. We started with the deiterLine App because even when people had their 'Why', there needed to be a way to make your 'Why' actionable. Then, there is the concept of the 24 hour reprieve we all have. Everyday we have to sleep. We have to exercise. We have to eat. We benefit from having our Callings and Initiatives to look at and polish each day.  There is another benefit. By people seeing you and your progress, you become an example of overcoming resistance to innovation, vision and creativity. breathe & press on.

Question 14

What are the benefits of using the deiterLine App?

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The main benefit is the sustained motivation of clarity and focus in a resistant world .  Others might include: empowerment, calm, powerful self knowledge, confidence in knowing you are on your journey, the path most true to you. You are able to rest, without quitting. You can breathe and press on.   As deiterLine was tested we heard people call it their North Star. Some appreciate the clean design, and quiet place that adds to their day.   Perhaps the biggest benefit is having the support to breathe & press on to success.

Question 15

I use pen and paper to graphically note my goals. Why do I need deiterLine?

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Having a clear, strong why is the foundation of motivation.   Having your 'Why' increases the probability that you will not quit no matter how they are noted. deiterLine wants you to succeed.   deiterLine allows, actually implements the rapid polish of your Callings ('Why's) and Innovations ('Hows). Many find it actually therapeutic.

Question 16

What will deiterLine help me accomplish.

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With anything, deiterLine will only work if you work it.   If deiterLine only accomplishes reinforcing in yourself that you matter, your dreams matter and your aspirations matter you have succeded, grown, become stronger and are  ready to cast off from the skeptics. 
In many ways the focus from deiterLIne can actually give time back to you, time lost in chaos.   deiterLine — Calm, powerful clarity.

Question 17

How much does deiterLine cost?

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The deiterLine app is a $9.99/Mo subscription.

Question 18

Why isn't it free?

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deiterLine does not sell your data. deiterLine does not sell advertising to you. Your data is safe and secure on the cloud.   deiterLine costs about the same as a few cups of coffee a month.   deiterLine can actually help you create time through the quality of calm and focus, a super power — priceless.

Question 19

Will we be charged for upgrades?

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Charging for upgrades is not our intent. deiterLine is not just an App. deiterLine is also a movement to advance innovation, and civilization. We want you to succeed and take the world with you.    As deiterLine gains in use, it is our hope there will be less resistance to ideas and discoveries to advance a more healthy, happy and sustainable world.

Question 20

After I create my account, how do I quit or delete it?"

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Your account is essentially with the Apple App Store. You cancel if you want like any service you order from the Apple App Store.

Question 21

Will deiterLine use my email to send spam to me?

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The subscription base model relieves all of us from having to sell and be sold.

Question 22

Why is deiterLine only for IOS and not Android?

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A very difficult decision we had to make.   While both platforms are secure, we had to make a value judgement on which platform might be the most private for you. This decision may change in time as more is revealed.   We are cautious and serious with your data.

Question 23

What version of iOS is required to install and run deiterLine?

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Version of iOS required to install and run dL: iOS 10.0.1 Version of iPad required to run dL: iPad 7 or newer   Version of iPhone required to run dL: iPhone 6 or newer

Question 24

What iteration of iPhone and iPad is required to instal and run deiterLIne?

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Version of iOS required to install and run dL: iOS 10.0.1 Version of iPad required to run dL: iPad 7 or newer   Version of iPhone required to run dL: iPhone 6 or newer

Question 25

How do I log out?

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On each screen you will see three short lines in the upper right corner ( a Hamburger ).   TAP that HAMBURGER and the Help Screen will open.   Towards the bottom (scroll if necessary ) of the Help Screen you will see the prompt, Log Out.   TAP LOG OUT and that is it.

Question 26

Help Menu?

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You find the Help Menu by TAPPING the three little lines in the upper right corner of the screen you happen to be on.   The help menu gets you to Video Tutorias, and other Help. It also gets you inside to the deiterLine website, where you found the link to this FAQ page.   TAPPING the

Question 27

How do I save an entry?

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Saving Occurs automatically when you Close a Screen by Tapping X, returning to a previous (

Question 28

What are Callings?

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'Why' or 'Whys' are Callings, represented by stars. You will follow your stars. You can have Callings that are aspirational or occupational.   There is more info in the tutorials.

Question 29

What is a Callings Group?

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Callings Groups are your go-to screens.   Callings Groups consist of one Calling and any number of supportive Initiatives.   You will be so collected. There is more info in the tutorials.

Question 30

How do I enter my first Calling?

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Open the Callings Index ( Star Icon ) from the Jump Screen. Follow the instructions for your first Calling.   There is more info in the tutorials.

Question 31

If I already have a Calling, how can I make more?"

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Once you have your first Calling,  you can make more Callings by SWIPING any CALLING to the RIGHT and TAP the STAR.   A new Generator will open. Make your entries. Close out by TAPPING the

Question 32

What is the point of Callings Groups?

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You will have your Calling ( 'Why') and your Calling's supportive Initiatives all in one glance.    You can edit, adjust hierarcy and adjust you progress all in one place.

Question 33

How do I make a Callings Group?

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When you open an Initiative in the Intiatives Generator ( TAP  the Intiatives Title ) you will see a STAR at the bottom of your screen above the NOTES PENCIL.   TAP the STAR and the Callings Selector will open.   Roll the selector until the Calling you want to join becomes prominent, then TAP, DONE. Hit the

Question 34

Can I adjust the hierarchy of my Intiatives, Calings and Calling Groups?"

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To the right of any listing are three little lines ( HAMBURGER ) PRESS on any given HAMBURGER and slide it either up or down to your liking.   The system intentionally goes slowly, to help you slow down and think.

Question 35

What is the Pencil Icon?

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The Pencil opens the Notes Tablet.   You will find the Pencil Icon at the bottom of every Callings and Initiatives Generator, (where you edit).   The Pencil, when TAPPED opens the NOTES tablet, where you can enter any details you like. TAP the X to close and Save your Notes.

Question 36

What are Initiatives?

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Initiatives (represented by Checks) make your 'Why' actionable. They are the ventures and actions that advance your Calling or Callings.   Your Initiatives will have a 'Why' and Action and the deiterLine ( |||||| ) to measure your progress, (better than perfection) and a Notes( Pencil ) section for more detail.   There is more info in the tutorials.

Question 37

How do I enter my first Initiative?

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Open the Initiatives Index ( Check Icon ) and follow the instructions there.   There is more info in the tutorials.

Question 38

Can Initiatives be independent of Callings?

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Yes. You can have any number of Initiatives in the Initiatives Index. You can even leave Initiatives to mellow in the Clock to live for another day.

Question 39

Can I adjust the hierarchy of my Intiatives, Calings and Calling Groups?"

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To the right of any listing there is the three little lines ( a HAMBURGER ) PRESS on any given HAMBURGER and slide it either up or down to your liking. The system intentionally goes slowly, to help you slow down and think.

Question 40

What is the Pencil icon?

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You will find the Pencil Icon at the bottom of every Callings and Initiatives Generator, ( where you edit ).   The Pencil, when TAPPED opens the NOTES tablet, where you can enter any details you like.   Close and Save by TAPPING the X to close out the Notes.

Question 41

What is the Ball and those |||| marks for?

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That is the deiterLine for marking your progress. You can slide the BALL anywhere on the ||| deiterline that intuitively seems appropriate for you to mark your progress.

Question 42

Can I remove an Initiative from a Callings Group, or the Clock"

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To send an Initiative back to the Initiatives Index, thus removing it from a Callings Group or from the Clock:   1. From a Callings Group — SLIDE the Initiative to the left to reveal the CLOCK Icon. Tap the Icon. The Initiative will go to the CLOCK. From the CLOCK, SLIDE the Initiative to the right to reveal the CHECK Icon. TAP the check and the Initiative will reappear in the Initiatives Index.   2. From the CLOCK — SLIDE the Initiative to the right to reveal the CHECK Icon. TAP the Check and the Initiative will reappear in the Initiatives Index.

Question 43

How do I delete Callings  and Intiatives?

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Slide (SWIPE) the Calling or Initiative to the left and the Clock Icon will be revealed.   TAP the Clock Icon and the Intiative or Calling will go to the Clock to Mellow. ( We say Mellow because you may want to retrieve it again. )   Callings will be in a rectangle and Intiative will have their deiterline ( |||| ) and progress ball.   To permanently delete:TAP a selection and then TAP the BROOM. You will be asked if you want to cancel or delete. Make a choice. If you choose delete, the seletion will dissolve away forever.

Question 44

Where is deiterLine headquartered?

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deiterLine is headquartered Baton Rouge, Louisiana. There is a saying, "Grow where you are planted."   Louisiana, while a uniquely intriguing place, unfortunately rates consistently at the bottom of all the "good" lists and the top of the "bad" lists. Lousiana has been our laboratory to study resistance first hand.   deiteLine's developer is a transplant from San Francisco, California.   deiterLine has consulted with people from Asia, the San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California, New York, Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland and France.

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