“Every Accomplishment Starts with the Decision to Try” – But Why?
We've all been there – struck with a flash of inspiration for a new business, hobby, skill, or goal we want to achieve. But then that initial excitement fades into…
If you’re not growing, you’re dying. That’s why a growth mindset is essential for anyone who wants to achieve their long-term goals.
A growth mindset helps you see failure as an opportunity to learn and improve. It allows you to be resilient in the face of setbacks and keep going even when things are tough. It also gives you the courage to take risks and try new things, knowing that it’s all part of the journey to success.
“What You Think About Is What You Will Bring About”: Harnessing the Power of Thoughts
Ever Had a Bad Day When You Got Out of Bed on The Wrong Side? Your Thoughts May Be to Blame. We've all had those days when we wake up…
Is It Possible to Just Think Positively All the Time?
The idea of thinking positively all the time certainly sounds appealing. Maintaining an upbeat, optimistic mindset can provide tremendous benefits to your mood, motivation, resilience, and even physical health. Who…
“Keep Going” Poem By Edgar A. Guest
When the road ahead seems long and your struggles immense, it can be tempting to abandon hopes and give up on your dreams. But decades before the phrase "when the…
“Believe You Can and You’re Halfway There” – Roosevelt’s Inspiring Quote on Self-Efficacy
"Believe you can and you're halfway there." This quote by Theodore Roosevelt beautifully encapsulates the importance of self-belief in working towards our ambitions and achieving what once seemed impossible dreams. …
Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes: How to Disrupt Old Habits and Transform Your Life
"If nothing changes, nothing changes. If you keep doing what you're doing, you're going to keep getting what you're getting. You want change, make some." ~ Courtney C. Stevens We've…
The “Good Timber” Poem by Douglas Malloch
In today's instant gratification culture, the virtues of patience and resilience often get swept under the rug. But almost a century ago, poet Douglas Malloch crafted a wise metaphor reminding…
Ordinary vs. Extraordinary: It’s That Little Extra
When is the last time you truly amazed yourself? Pushed beyond your perceived limits to accomplish something great, rather than settling for the status quo? For most of us, the…
“Discipline Will Take You Places That Motivation Can’t” – How to Bridge the Motivation-Discipline Gap
Who here has ever been super jazzed to start a new goal? You feel that rush of motivation flooding your system. You tell everyone you’re going to lose weight, learn…
“A Man is Not Finished When He is Defeated. He is Finished When He Quits” – Nixon’s Motivational Words on Resilience
Richard Nixon is a controversial figure in presidential history, better known for Watergate than wisdom. But occasionally, even infamous leaders get something right. Case in point: "A man is not…