The Good Quotes

Commitment....so liberating!

2010-01-13T14:11:00.002-07:00

Anne Morriss, a Starbucks customer from New York City who describes herself as an organization builder, restless American citizen, and an optimist has this to say "The irony of commitment is that it's deeply liberating...in work, in play, in love. The act frees you from the tyranny of your internal critic, from the fear that likes to dress itself up and parade around as rational hesitation. To commit is to remove your head as the barrier to your life."

Life changes

2009-11-03T17:24:00.000-07:00

Changing...ever changing

Yesterday is not the same as today, and tomorrow will be different, as well. That's the way it is and that is what keeps life interesting as well as challenging. Sigmund Freud stated "It is the eternal changefulness of life that makes it so beautiful." Meeting each day with anticipation and wonder keeps us living and alive. Enjoy.

Today is Joyful

2009-10-29T16:39:00.002-06:00

God, give me sympathy and sense, and help me keep my courage high; give me calm and confidence and, please, a twinkle in my eye.

F A C E

2009-10-24T15:11:00.002-06:00

FAITH not FEAR; ACTION not APATHY; CHALLENGE not CHORE; ENTHUSIASM not EMPTINESS. Have faith, take action, consider it a challenge, do it with enthusiasm. You're on your way!

Experience......mistake

2009-10-19T18:36:00.002-06:00

Oscar Wilde once wrote "Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes." Big or small, our mistakes do help us grow if we take the time to observe what happened and make adjustments for action we may take in the future. Twice or thrice the same mistake.....we haven't learned much. With an educated experience behind us, we can move in a better direction next time.

To be little..

2009-09-25T15:59:00.002-06:00

"To belittle is to be little." This quote was recently seen on a sign outside a local church. Wouldn't it be nice if the national news media read this? Politicians? The incivility lately by these "talkers' or "screamers" leaves so much to be desired. Just how little can they really get? Maturity and common sense would be welcome! America deserves better.

Are You Interested?

2009-09-09T16:42:00.002-06:00

Douglas MacArthur once said "Years may wrinkle the skin, but to give up interest wrinkles the soul." Whatever age you may be, stay interested in something. Study it. Devour it. Act on it. Keep that interest alive and you will grow. Mornings will be brighter; evenings more restful. Your world will be alive with purpose and progress.

Find a remedy.

2009-09-01T13:20:00.002-06:00

Henry Ford once said "Don't find fault. Find a remedy." What a time to use this advice! We are coming out of a recession, trying to overhaul healthcare/health insurance, and seeing some important icons in the world pass from our grasp. What better time is there to work together seeking solutions that will make our future better. Compromise and cooperation can start right at home and work its way to the top of decision-making. Let's do it!

Free Lunch....

2009-04-03T19:35:00.002-06:00

What are you doing these days? Enjoying your job or hunting for one? What ever the case, stay motivated! Keep going. John Capozzi, in the following quote, has something to say about wanting something for nothing. "A free lunch is only found in mousetraps"

Walking...

2008-12-05T10:50:00.003-07:00

Hippocrates once stated "Walking is man's best medicine." This exercise in motion helps one physically and mentally. High emotion can be reduced with a good walk. A time to think is provided as you strike out on the road or trail putting one foot in front of the other. A feeling of independence and individuality comes over you as you breath in the fresh air(in Montana at least) and your heart pumps a little faster. A good walk is truly therapy.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-26T21:26:00.003-07:00

"Sleep, riches, and health are only truly enjoyed after they have been interrupted." (Jean Paul Richter) As Thanksgiving approaches we take time to count our blessings and evaluate our concerns. Where have we been successful and what do we have to work on? Can we get certain things turned around before "interruption" brings us to stark reality.. and we have a crisis to handle, and correct when possible? This Holiday is truly a time for reflection and subsequent planning. After the family gathers and the good food is enjoyed, kick that action plan in gear toward even better days, months and years ahead. Be thankful every day.

Laugh...

2008-11-21T16:16:00.002-07:00

"Always laugh when you can. It's cheap medicine." This quote comes from Lord Byron and is probably good advice for all of us this week as the stock market reaches to new lows and unemployment is on the rise. Heed this advice and keep things in perspective. Strive to think positive a large percentage of the time. Keep from letting so much negative news on TV, radio, and newspapers get you mentally down. Count the blessing that you have and appreciate all of them. Find humor where you can and LAUGH. You will feel much better!

Opportunity....

2008-09-16T15:23:00.002-06:00

As we look at opportunities ahead of us, we sometimes get bogged down with a lack of focus. Some retirees think life is over while others believe life is just beginning. Attitude, faith and perspective come into play here. What do you see? Several people looking at the same things can see them very differently. How do you see opportunityisnowhere? Do you see it as opportunity/is/no/where? ....or do you see it as opportunity/is/now/here? Adjust your thinking and see the now of opportunity. GO FOR IT!

Enthusiasm

2008-09-05T13:52:00.002-06:00

W e often hear that one key to success is enthusiasm. "Enthusiasm makes the difference!" Whatever your goals and objectives, to move forward with excitement and an attitiude of accomplishment increases your probability of completion. Often, we can easily generate our own enthusiasm, especially when our interests and abilities in the project at hand are high. Sometimes, though, gearing up to be enthusiastic can seem difficult. That is when some enthusiastic actions can lead to enthusuastic feelings...the 'ole "act as if" tool. Another support method for generating enthusiasm is "exposing oneself to enthusiasm(EYE)." Get around people who are enthusiastic and full of energy.....you may easily catch the bug. Slither away from those who are "enthusiasm stealers." Keep your distance from them unless you think that "your enthusiasm might rub off on them." Given the right time and situation, helping others to become enthusiastic is surely another way to increase your own enthusiasm.

Yes, for Action!

2008-07-28T09:48:00.002-06:00

Sometimes plans never materialize. The "action step" is never implemented. What stands in the way? Fear? Insecurity? The status quo? Too much comfort? Dream-stealers? When the action step is taken, a whole new world is before you. Go for it!

Action!

2007-09-26T18:40:00.000-06:00

"What we think, know or believe, in the end, is of little consequence. The only consequence is what we DO." --John Ruskin So the word we must concentrate on here is action. It helps to plan. It helps to investigate. It helps to question. It helps to search for answers. Educating one's self on the topic at hand is also key. In the end we must decide; and with that decision comes action. Consequences good or bad...or maybe both. Success is great; and failure is not fatal.

Changing Your World

2007-09-12T20:56:00.000-06:00

Norman Vincent Peale stated "Change your thoughts and you change your world." Over time(approximately 21 days) your thinking becomes habits of thought. Is your world optimistic or pessimistic? Positive or negative? Stressed or relaxed? You have the power to make your world what you want it to be! If it is presently not what you like, change that thinking and do it consistently. What a difference it can make to you and those around you. You can do it!

Focus On Today

2007-08-27T19:30:00.000-06:00

This quotation, without a known author, states “When the past tries to dominate your thoughts let your dreams ignite your day”. Too often we spend more time than we should thinking about the past. Success, failure, regret, happiness and pain cross our mind. This focusing on the past for too long takes us away from our dreams(goals) of today. All of us have within us a gift. Some of us use it more than others. We must strive to make this gift a daily action! What a difference it can make in the quality of life. This gift can best be stated this way: Graciously Give Full Focus To Today. The acronym for this is GGFFTT™. Use this “ggfftt™” every day.

Share Your Quote - Show The Action

2007-08-27T19:24:00.000-06:00

This blog is for sharing. What are your favorite quotes or sayings. How have you used them for motivation, strength, clarification, and focus? Do you have methods for keeping these quotes in front of you(memorization, index card, posted on the mirror, etc.) What do they mean to you? How have they helped you? Through this blog, similar experiences and action steps can keep each of us from “re-inventing the wheel.” Our thoughts, experiences and actions shared will enhance personal and professional success for each of us. You are invited to comment on the quotations we share as well as add your own in this discussion forum.