Daily Motivator's

[TheLBM]

Daily Motivator
August 24, 2010

Are you trying too much?
Those things you're "trying" to do usually never seem to get done. You can convince yourself that you're trying. You can announce to others that you're trying. Yet only when you're actually doing will you get anything accomplished.

What would happen if you eliminated "trying" from your vocabulary? For one thing, it would force you to be more specific. Instead of saying "I'm trying to get the job finished" you would have to say specifically what you've done so far. If you didn't have "trying" to fall back on, perhaps you'd be more apt to go ahead and really get it done.

Making a sincere effort is great, but a vaguely focused "trying" is of little use. Take care that you're not trying too much and actually doing too little. Forget about trying. Get up and get busy doing.

[hochspeyer]

“Do or do not... there is no try.”

Right on- as usual!

[TheLBM]

Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Just do
There is no need to try. Just do.

Feel what you feel without judgment or regret. Those feelings connect you with the power of your authentic purpose.

Use your head wisely to follow your heart faithfully. There's much that you can think, and yet even more that you can know.

Let the experience of each moment come, and then let it go. Rest assured that the goodness will stay with you always, because you love it so.

Be now in spirit where you would most like to be. Imagine waves of pure joy as they carry you along.

Somewhere within you, all is well, no matter when, no matter what. Feel the peace of knowing the beauty of who you truly are.

-- Ralph Marston

[TheLBM]

Daily Motivator
August 26, 2010

Make a difference
The happiest moments are those spent spreading happiness to others. Real and lasting wealth comes from providing value to others, from making yourself indispensable to the world.

Your greatest opportunity is to make a difference in your own special way. Your most promising possibility is to give something of yourself to those around you.

As you go through this day, look for ways to create real and lasting value for the world in which you live. Make this day better because you were here.

No matter what your business or profession may be, the greatest opportunities and the highest rewards go to those who take it upon themselves to create value. And the amazing thing is, there's almost no competition. When the vast majority is focused on taking and getting, those who sincerely desire to create and produce shine even more brilliantly by comparison.

Do yourself a big favor. Make a difference in your world.

[NuclearArms]

Boy, I wish our government would read this one. Little alue created there.

[hochspeyer]

boy, i wish our government would read this one. Little alue created there.

^^^qft^^^

[TheLBM]

Daily Motivator
August 27, 2010

Bright days
What could possibly be more astonishing than a sunrise? The display itself is magnificent beyond belief, and yet it goes virtually unnoticed by millions each day. Beyond that, the meaning of the sunrise is even more spectacular, because it heralds the dawn of a new day, a day filled with bright possibilities.

In an unimaginably vast expanse of nothingness, the sun which lights our every day is the only source of warmth and light within trillions of miles. The distance to the next closest star we cannot even comprehend, much less traverse in a thousand lifetimes.

And yet here we are -- warm, bright, full of life and energy. The sun appears around the horizon each morning and makes it all possible. When you find yourself ready to complain about what you don't have, stop for a moment to consider what incredible things you do have. And resolve to make the most of it all.

[|ceman]

Daily Motivator
August 27, 2010

Bright days
What could possibly be more astonishing than a sunrise? The display itself is magnificent beyond belief, and yet it goes virtually unnoticed by millions each day. Beyond that, the meaning of the sunrise is even more spectacular, because it heralds the dawn of a new day, a day filled with bright possibilities.

In an unimaginably vast expanse of nothingness, the sun which lights our every day is the only source of warmth and light within trillions of miles. The distance to the next closest star we cannot even comprehend, much less traverse in a thousand lifetimes.

And yet here we are -- warm, bright, full of life and energy. The sun appears around the horizon each morning and makes it all possible. When you find yourself ready to complain about what you don't have, stop for a moment to consider what incredible things you do have. And resolve to make the most of it all.

The bolded part really made me think. We don't spend enough time admiring the beauty around us every day.

[fitmom43]

Daily Motivator
August 27, 2010

Bright days
What could possibly be more astonishing than a sunrise? The display itself is magnificent beyond belief, and yet it goes virtually unnoticed by millions each day. Beyond that, the meaning of the sunrise is even more spectacular, because it heralds the dawn of a new day, a day filled with bright possibilities.

In an unimaginably vast expanse of nothingness, the sun which lights our every day is the only source of warmth and light within trillions of miles. The distance to the next closest star we cannot even comprehend, much less traverse in a thousand lifetimes.

And yet here we are -- warm, bright, full of life and energy. The sun appears around the horizon each morning and makes it all possible. When you find yourself ready to complain about what you don't have, stop for a moment to consider what incredible things you do have. And resolve to make the most of it all.

I'm spreading my love around the different boards LOL Great Post!!!!!

[TheLBM]

Saturday, August 28, 2010
Real Accomplishment
You can envision and speculate, plan, theorize and guess about how things will turn out. The way to know for sure, though, is to step forward and make the effort.

There are plenty of things that could go wrong, and challenges you probably never thought about. But don't let the mere possibility of those problems prevent you from getting started.

When events fail to unfold as you anticipated, you can learn, evaluate, make adjustments and then keep on going. Keep in mind that each difficult challenge brings with it the opportunity to create even greater value by working through it.

All the things that are easy and without risk have already been done. If it is real accomplishment you seek, you must be willing to take on real challenge.

Look ahead to the goal at the end of the path, and see it clearly. Then step confidently forward, ready to do whatever you must to reach that goal.

Real accomplishment is well within your reach. With real effort, real commitment and real persistence you'll absolutely get yourself there.

[DanielBeauchamp]

Saturday, August 28, 2010
Real Accomplishment
You can envision and speculate, plan, theorize and guess about how things will turn out. The way to know for sure, though, is to step forward and make the effort.

There are plenty of things that could go wrong, and challenges you probably never thought about. But don't let the mere possibility of those problems prevent you from getting started.

When events fail to unfold as you anticipated, you can learn, evaluate, make adjustments and then keep on going. Keep in mind that each difficult challenge brings with it the opportunity to create even greater value by working through it.

All the things that are easy and without risk have already been done. If it is real accomplishment you seek, you must be willing to take on real challenge.

Look ahead to the goal at the end of the path, and see it clearly. Then step confidently forward, ready to do whatever you must to reach that goal.

Real accomplishment is well within your reach. With real effort, real commitment and real persistence you'll absolutely get yourself there.

Every time people tell me I can't do something, THIS ^ is what I will be thinking of.

[Doc.Happy]

you have some wonderful posts in here, what a great way to get people to think about something other than their own problems and desires and to think about the things and the people around them!

thanks for taking the time to write these!

[TheLBM]

you have some wonderful posts in here, what a great way to get people to think about something other than their own problems and desires and to think about the things and the people around them!

thanks for taking the time to write these!

I dont write them.
I simply copy and paste.

Still,,, glad you like them

[Doc.Happy]

I dont write them.
I simply copy and paste.

Still,,, glad you like them

hahaa ok, well then thanks for taking the time find them or read them first and then to copy and paste them

[R.J.109]

“Do or do not... there is no try.”

Right on- as usual!

thats the one that works for me.

[TheLBM]

Daily Motivator
August 30, 2010

Accomplishment
The joy of accomplishment makes most other pleasures seem empty and trivial by comparison. Anything you accomplish by your own effort is truly yours, and the delightful fulfillment it brings can never be taken from you.

While others fight over the meager crumbs of getting and possessing and upholding appearances, set your own direction on the much less crowded road to true accomplishment. Rather than worrying about what you'll get, focus on what you can create.

Your mind, your body, your five senses make you ideally suited and equipped for overcoming obstacles and accomplishing things. How have you used your valuable skills and resources today? What things of value are you creating right now?

Want to feel great about yourself? Then set a goal and accomplish it. Make full use of your incredible ability to make a difference, and experience how great life can be.

[Doc.Happy]

my greatest feeling of accomplishment is to see my babies sleeping at the end of each day! all the frustrations and the inconviences of raising them goes away when i see their peaceful and innocent faces sleeping each night! what a blessing children are! (even though they make me want to pull my hair out and stab myself with sharp objects )

[cactusflower]

Morning!

[Doc.Happy]

wouldnt it be amazing the difference if people put their efforts into help one another instead of constantly trying to better themselves?

that is my desire, i have all i need, i want to be able to help others during their time of need.

[hochspeyer]

wouldnt it be amazing the difference if people put their efforts into help one another instead of constantly trying to better themselves?

that is my desire, i have all i need, i want to be able to help others during their time of need.

Dude- your attitude is most refreshing!

[Doc.Happy]

wow, i need to be much better about doing this! i usually choose to put on the ignore button and go on with life. i used to bitch and complain about such things but have learned that that just makes me miserable.

ok, i will try harder to make a difference in the areas where i can and not just turn a blind eye.

[TheLBM]

Daily Motivator
September 2, 2010

A change in attitude
There is enormous power in the fact that something so all-encompassing as your attitude can be changed so quickly. Your world can be an entirely different place than the world you lived in a few moments ago when your attitude toward it changes.

The key thing to keep in mind about your attitude is that it is yours. Though anything can influence it, you control it. You have final authority over your attitude. By exercising that control, you can literally change your world.

You say there are certain things which put you in a bad mood. Yet the truth is that you put yourself in a bad mood. It is a way in which you choose to respond. What if you were to make a different choice? Those "bad mood" things would no longer have control over you, and your precious time could be used moving forward rather than feeling miserable.

You say there are things which put you in a good mood. Yet again, that is a choice you make. What if you were to choose it more often? Imagine the positive possibilities!

[bird72]

Daily Motivator
September 2, 2010

A change in attitude
There is enormous power in the fact that something so all-encompassing as your attitude can be changed so quickly. Your world can be an entirely different place than the world you lived in a few moments ago when your attitude toward it changes.

The key thing to keep in mind about your attitude is that it is yours. Though anything can influence it, you control it. You have final authority over your attitude. By exercising that control, you can literally change your world.

You say there are certain things which put you in a bad mood. Yet the truth is that you put yourself in a bad mood. It is a way in which you choose to respond. What if you were to make a different choice? Those "bad mood" things would no longer have control over you, and your precious time could be used moving forward rather than feeling miserable.

You say there are things which put you in a good mood. Yet again, that is a choice you make. What if you were to choose it more often? Imagine the positive possibilities!

Excellent post I really need it.

[Doc.Happy]

this is an area im really working on in my life right now. i do let some things bother me more than i should, i allow myself to get upset at things that dont really matter in the long run! when i find myself getting upset at something i try to stop and make myself think it through and usually, it isnt worth the emotional drain of being angry! i have found that when something puts me on the defensive, i usually have done something that i shouldnt have and that is why i am upset.

great post!

[TheLBM]

Daily Motivator
September 3, 2010

Reaching it
To achieve anything, you must truly want it. And that means more than simply desiring the end result. It means you must also want to go through the process of creating that achievement.

To have anything of value, be willing to build that value within yourself. Short circuiting the process, skipping across the effort and going directly to the end result, will not work, because what you obtain that way is not truly yours. You'll always be looking over your shoulder, worried that you'll lose it just as easily as you got it.

To travel from one place to another, you must find a way to traverse the distance in between. Every effort which stands between you and your goal serves to increase the value of reaching that goal.

The value of reaching your goal depends on what you put into reaching it. Make the achievement yours, give it true value, by making it the result of your efforts.

[FlaIronMind]

Daily Motivator
September 3, 2010

Reaching it
To achieve anything, you must truly want it. And that means more than simply desiring the end result. It means you must also want to go through the process of creating that achievement.

To have anything of value, be willing to build that value within yourself. Short circuiting the process, skipping across the effort and going directly to the end result, will not work, because what you obtain that way is not truly yours. You'll always be looking over your shoulder, worried that you'll lose it just as easily as you got it.

To travel from one place to another, you must find a way to traverse the distance in between. Every effort which stands between you and your goal serves to increase the value of reaching that goal.

The value of reaching your goal depends on what you put into reaching it. Make the achievement yours, give it true value, by making it the result of your efforts.

Excellent post and spot-on.

[Doc.Happy]

excellent post and spot-on.

x2

[TheLBM]

Daily Motivator
September 7, 2010

A better you
Don't concern yourself with being better than everyone else. That will mainly get you resentment, disappointment, or both. Focus instead on being better today than you were yesterday, on being even better tomorrow than you are today.

When you compare yourself to others, you'll either end up being disappointed or you'll end up being arrogant. Instead, compare yourself to yourself. The important thing is to make progress in your own life. Upstaging someone else simply won't bring you any true gain. Improving yourself will.

We all share certain things in common, and yet no two people are the same. There is no one who is better than you. And at the same time, you are better than no one else. You are unique. You are beyond compare. Make the most of it. Make it better and better each day. Stop worrying about everyone else and you'll free up enormous energy to be the best you can be.

[Doc.Happy]

man, isnt this the truth! i cant tell you how much better my life got when i stopped trying to be better than those around me. life gets so consumed with having more or being better than everyone and it makes one miserable! i try now to just focus on being better at what i do to improve myself because the Lord knows that i fail in many ways everyday!

good post!~



and happy tuesday!

[Rowyn]

Daily Motivator
September 7, 2010

A better you
Don't concern yourself with being better than everyone else. That will mainly get you resentment, disappointment, or both. Focus instead on being better today than you were yesterday, on being even better tomorrow than you are today.

When you compare yourself to others, you'll either end up being disappointed or you'll end up being arrogant. Instead, compare yourself to yourself. The important thing is to make progress in your own life. Upstaging someone else simply won't bring you any true gain. Improving yourself will.

We all share certain things in common, and yet no two people are the same. There is no one who is better than you. And at the same time, you are better than no one else. You are unique. You are beyond compare. Make the most of it. Make it better and better each day. Stop worrying about everyone else and you'll free up enormous energy to be the best you can be.

Good one LBM, especially appropriate for this board! Thanks