Do not be wise in words - be wise in deeds. ~Jewish Proverb "Fuzzy feelings" from words of inspiration aren’t enough to be successful. You must turn your motivation into ACTION. Don’t just write down quotes in your journal, live them out! Stepping (not "staring") up the stairs is what takes you to the top. [...]
Gratitude is the hope for future favors – Anon No matter what you are going through, there is someone else who is experiencing much worse. Do your best to find the good in every situation. Complaining can cause things to get worse. However, gratitude will position you to attract more things to be grateful for. [...]
Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there. ~Will Rogers The “secrets to success” will not work unless you do. Desire is what gets you started, but drive and determination is what keeps you going. Your dream will not become a reality until you WAKE up and [...]
Do not complain about what you permit – Anon If you have time to complain, then you have time to FIX the thing you’re complaining about. Our problem is that we fuss about what’s going wrong but don’t take ACTION to make things better. A “woe is me” attitude will not help you progress. If [...]
Resentment is like drinking poison and waiting for the other person to die – Anon If you refuse to forgive your enemies, you allow their evil to live in your heart. Forgiveness breaks down the blocks of bitterness and allows you to move on. When you hold on to resentment, the one who suffers most [...]
No matter what has happened in the past, you can create a new tomorrow. The more time you spend dwelling on the things you cannot change, the less time you have to be happy. Don't bring your past regrets into the present. Reminding yourself of the wrong you've done only fuels your fears. If you [...]
“The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention.” –Anon Progress is driven by action, not words. Talk is cheap. In order for your plan to become a reality, energy has to be applied to your words. Intention may be a good seed, but it won’t grow if you don’t put in the work. [...]
“One man’s opinion does not have to become your reality” – Les Brown Small thinkers are incapable of seeing a big vision. You can’t share your dreams with some people because their minds are too limited and they will try to discourage you. I remember when I was in college at FAMU, I got pregnant [...]
Mistakes are stepping stones to an evolving life. Everyone has done something that could be considered “regrettable.” The way you get past regret is to forgive yourself and move forward. Don’t waste time dwelling on the past. Apply lessons you’ve learned from your mistakes and keep your chin up! […]
“Goals are Dreams with Deadlines.” – Diana Scharf Hunt It’s good to know what you want but more important to know how you are going to get it. A dream becomes reality when you take action. Back up your words with WORK. […]