Success and significance in the absence of struggle and suffering does not exist. So, embrace the strife and the strain and soon you will realize the gain.
Keep leaning forward and continue in your noble efforts to make it GREAT!
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Many people may stumble through this life thinking very little about the words they choose to say to those who occupy the space around them. I sincerely believe there are few more egregious acts then the act of someone knowingly and willingly throwing words around in an attempt to maliciously cause harm to others.
The phrase, “Sticks and stones may break our bones but words will never hurt us.” has been echoed by many down through our checkered history, but I call baloney! For I’ve come to know and understand that words can do far more than just break bones. Words can mangle the mind, hemorrhage a heart and kill a soul.
So be careful what you say and who you say it to. Choose to build others up with your words and use your corrective words wisely with love and compassion. There’s no doubt the world would be a much better place to live in if this practice was more commonplace. Don’t forget to do your part.
Let’s continue in our tireless efforts to make it GREAT!
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I‘ve been doing that “thinking” thing again lately and I’ve come up with the following truth. I believe that the most hypocritical statement that’s perpetrated by many the world over is the following, “Never ever give up on your big goals and dreams in life.” But unfortunately this statement can be completed by most people with the words, “But let me tell you why I gave up on mine.”
Yes my friends, the truth isn’t always peaches and cream, sometimes its rocky road. I understand that this comment may not sit well with many, but truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end it remains unchanged, truth.
So, the question today is, are you a member of the notorious “Most People” club? Do you still have those big goals out in front of you? Are you taking steps in the direction of making your big dreams a reality? Hmmm… “Most People” would probably have to say “No,” but we’re not “Most People.” Yes, we fully intend to make it GREAT!
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This may come as a shock to some of you, but the worst month to make a commitment and not keep it is the month of January. The other months that are equally as bad are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and yes even December.
That’s right folks, there’s no good time to not keep your commitments. Letting your “Yes” mean “Yes” and your “No” mean “No” is a character trait that’s shared by only a fortunate, faithful few.
Throughout this “life” thing I’ve observed a countless number of people who often times remind me of the lyrics to an old Keith Sweat song that says, “I’m gonna, I’m gonna, I’m gonna…” but they almost never do. So a good question today is, are you a member of the exclusive Commitment Keeper Club? Or, are you guilty of letting your mouth write checks that your actions can’t cash.
Do others regard you as a man or woman of your word? Can you be trusted to say what you’re going to do and then actually do what you say? Hmmm… No need to answer out loud or raise your hand, just hear and understand.
In the battle between those who follow-through on their commitments and those who just let their commitments fall through, I trust that you’re on the right side. I hope and pray that years from now down the road of commitment you will still have the same level of passion, excitement and resolve that you had the day you started the journey.
So, I encourage you to keep leaning forward in the days ahead and make this week so awesome that last week gets insanely jealous. Keep those commitments Monday through Sunday and every month of the year and let’s make it GREAT.
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I’ve been thinking lately about this one thing that I wish I saw more of these days and I’d like to share it with you. Some choose to scream and shout it and leaders can’t live without it. Hitler abused it, Brave-Heart was accused of it and Jesus Christ proved it yet many of us still refuse it.
Rocky at one time lost it and the Mighty Thor tossed it. The Cowardly Lion found it, King Kong pounds it and true soldiers and warriors love the sound of it. My message you should heed it because in tough-times you’ll surely need it and many oppressed was even freed with it, yet there’s still some that don’t believe in it.
So, what is this thing that’s a common trait of kings and the reason why I sing in this message that I bring. Well, quite simply it’s Courage. Everyone needs a little from time-to-time if we truly want to make a difference in any area of life. Some may need a little and some may need a lot but we all need it.
As I look around it appears that some peoples courage muscles are suffering from a severe case of atrophy because of their extreme addiction to comfort. Maybe a huge dose of spinach is needed for some of us to rejuvenate those underused courage muscles. Hmmm… It worked for Popeye. 🙂
I invite you to consider the following truth that I’ve realized and recognized today. COURAGE is an acronym that simply means to Comprehend Or Understand that Real Accomplishment takes Guts to Experience.
Yes, we must have the guts and fortitude to brave the necessary storms of battles if we are to experience what it feels like to accomplish great things. We must welcome the countless opportunities to show that in times of troubles and struggles we can be counted in and not be counted out. We completely comprehend and understand that the ability to stand firm in the face of fear and demonstrate unshakeable courage in the moment is the action that separates the average man or woman from those who are great.
So, keep leaning forward and go ahead and make it GREAT everyday of the week and twice on Sundays.
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My Book: www.MakeItGreatNOW.com
