I don’t know the key to success but the key to failure is trying to please everyone – Bill Cosby There’s nothing wrong with saying “no,” or “I don’t agree,” (or even “kick rocks” LOL) ESPECIALLY if that’s how you really feel. If you don’t respect your own needs, you can’t expect others to.  Don’t […]

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The world is round and the place that seems like the end may actually be the beginning. ~Ivy Baker Priest Every experience is meant to teach you a lesson. If you get caught up in what you’ve lost, you may lose sight of what you’ve gained. Don’t be discouraged when things don’t work out the […]

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“A person who aims at nothing is sure to hit it.” – Anonymous The first step to happiness is defining what you want. A person with no goals has nothing to look forward to, limited motivation and uncertainty about life overall. Whether it’s a relationship, career or financial goal, decide what YOU want, then pursue […]

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When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile.  ~Author Unknown When the world around you seems like its falling apart, that’s the BEST time to reflect on your blessings. No matter what you’re going through, there’s always a reason to celebrate. Remember, what you […]

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Problems are messages. ~Shakti Gawain Failed relationships, mistakes, and other obstacles are intended to teach you lesson. Don’t get so caught up in disappointment and regret that you miss the message. Every challenge is an opportunity for growth.

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The difficulties of life are intended to make us better, not bitter. ~Author Unknown Dealing with adversity is like working out. The heavier the weight you lift, the stronger you become. Try not to look at challenges as roadblocks but stepping stones that take you closer to success. What doesn’t kill you only makes you […]

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It’s not about what happens to you that determines your success, but how you HANDLE what happens to you…-Anon This morning, I got off to a bad start. I caught a flat tire on I-20 and was waiting on the side of the road, I was a little later for work than I wanted to […]

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“Life Begins at the End of Your Comfort Zone” ~ Neale Donald Walsch A different result requires a different approach. When you’re inside your comfort zone, progress is limited. Being different does feel “uncomfortable” at first. But as soon as you step out of your comfort zone, the possibilities are infinite.  

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The more you worry about what others think of you, the more you are owned by those opinions. Don’t look to the outside world for validation. Self-approval is the key to confidence and success. Let no man’s opinions keep you from you dream.

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“Why compare yourself ? No one in this world can do a better job of being you than YOU.” ~Unknown Comparing yourself is not only a waste of time; it is also a destructive habit. Don’t judge your success by what other people are doing. Instead of giving so much attention to the wealth of […]

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Hating people is like burning down your own house to get rid of a rat. ~Henry Emerson Fosdick Hating only attracts negativity in YOUR life, not the person you have the problem with. When you hate, the only one who suffers is YOU. If you REALLY want to get “even” with your enemies, forgive them.

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Every exit is an entrance somewhere else. ~Tom Stoppard. You’ll never grow if you keep holding on to the past. Sometimes it is hard to walk away for fear of what the future holds. Don’t be discouraged when one chapter of your life comes to an end. Instead, be encouraged that you are beginning something […]