Say you KNOW what you want to do with your life, you have a goal & a certain amount of desire to reach it. But what happens when you face rejection or tough times? What do you do? Does that ugly little voice in your head tell you to quit? To give up on your dreams because someone didn't like what you had to offer? Maybe you're not even trying hard because you're afraid to fail. Are you willing to give up on your dream? Why should you? You know you can't please everyone. You know someone isn't going to come knocking on your door asking for your work, if they've never even heard of you.Success rarely comes easily. It takes lots & lots of hard work, dedication & determination. Dare to put yourself out there and take a chance.
The other day, I was working on my latest home improvement project (I'm building a retaining wall, but that's another story), and I was listening to my mp3 player. I get inspiration from music, and I love how it pumps me up and gets me goin'. Here's a couple lines from "Lose Yourself" by Eminem. "If you had one shot, and one opportunity to seize everything you wanted in one moment . . . would you capture it or just let it slip?" Say what you will about Eminem, but you've got to admit that he pulled himself out of a dreary life, didn't give up, and attained his goal. If you haven't watched "8 Mile", I recommend it. "Success is my only MF option, failure's not! You can do anything you set your mind to."
So I started wondering about all those folks who faced failure, but didn't give up. What would we be missing out on, if they had given up. Important inventions, cures for disease, even our favorite books & movies . . . what would life be like if everyone gave up on their dreams?? That's a sad thought. Most creatives don't do it for the bigtime fame & fortune. They do it because not doing it every day drains their soul. What are your options? Is it a desire deep within you that tells you quitting is not an option? Or is it just an idea you had, but aren't really that invested in it?
Everyone says that if you want to succeed, no matter what it is, you have to dig your heels in, put on your game face, and GO FOR IT! Don't let the rejections get in your way. Don't make excuses - your kids, job, lack of experience, lack of time, etc. are not excuses to give up on your dream. Make time to do what you need to do to achieve your goals. Oprah has her "No Phone Zone," make your life the "NO WHINE ZONE!!" If you really want something, change your attitude, and schedule time to make it happen. If you're not willing to do that, then don't complain (or whine) that you're not achieving your goals. (Do everyone around you a favor with that one.)
Are you in it to win it? What will you do today to re-dedicate yourself to your goals?
"You can do anything you set your mind to."
Monday, June 28, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
The Law of Attraction
I came across a motivational speaker/author today. Her name is Sonia Ricotti. She has a book about the Law of Attraction, and some great video clips too. Click on her name above, and go to her website. You can sign up for daily motivational emails. Here are some of the things I got from Sonia's videos and website:
What is the Law of Attraction? Basically, it's "what you send out, is what you get back". It's the whole principle behind "The Secret". So, if you are reacting negatively toward a situation, you are bringing more negative energy toward you. This negative energy could be what's blocking you from achieving your goals. Are you always making excuses about why you can't do this or that? Do you let things from your past influence your today? We all do that at one point. In order to stop the negative from coming in, we need to take the time right this second to acknowledge our thoughts briefly and make a conscious effort to turn our thoughts to the positive. Try it. Focus on the present. Not the BIG stuff going on today, but right this very second. Good? Unless you should really be exiting out of this blog and dialing 911, things in this very second are good. Remember, there are always people going through worse.
Take a deep breath. Focus on being positive. Work on achieving inner peace & happiness, no matter the circumstance. Anything else is just bringing negativity toward you. You definitely don't want that.
Sometimes the Law of Attraction takes a lot of work. The days you are in a positive frame of mind, great things seem to flow in freely. But what about the opposite? Say, you wake up late one morning, and everything seems to go wrong. You spill coffee on your last clean shirt while rushing to get ready, burn the toast, it's raining outside, you can't find your car keys, massive traffic on the road . . . it seems like one rotten event after another. Maybe you can't change the traffic, and the rain, but you can certainly change your attitude. Instead of being tense and anxious about the morning . . . Stop. Take a deep breath and blow it out slowly. Summon up some inner peace, and calmness. (if you're already running late, what is 1 more minute going to do? It could be just what you need to brighten your day.) You have the power to change your attitude, which in turn has the power to bring on goodness or more stress. Practice every day, and it will be second nature after a while.
Today you are attracting only good things. You are caring, thoughtful, intelligent, and talented. You, my friend, are admired and loved by the Universe, and that is HUGE! You're a rockstar!! Bring on all that you dream and you will achieve. You deserve all good things, "no Whammys". :) Take a minute, to start your day with a little mediation where you visualize wonderful things happening now. Speak to yourself as if you already have it all. You do. It's like a package waiting to be picked up. Greatness is within you. Unlock it . . . now. Monday, June 21st is an awesome day!! Enjoy it thoroughly.
What is the Law of Attraction? Basically, it's "what you send out, is what you get back". It's the whole principle behind "The Secret". So, if you are reacting negatively toward a situation, you are bringing more negative energy toward you. This negative energy could be what's blocking you from achieving your goals. Are you always making excuses about why you can't do this or that? Do you let things from your past influence your today? We all do that at one point. In order to stop the negative from coming in, we need to take the time right this second to acknowledge our thoughts briefly and make a conscious effort to turn our thoughts to the positive. Try it. Focus on the present. Not the BIG stuff going on today, but right this very second. Good? Unless you should really be exiting out of this blog and dialing 911, things in this very second are good. Remember, there are always people going through worse.
Take a deep breath. Focus on being positive. Work on achieving inner peace & happiness, no matter the circumstance. Anything else is just bringing negativity toward you. You definitely don't want that.
Sometimes the Law of Attraction takes a lot of work. The days you are in a positive frame of mind, great things seem to flow in freely. But what about the opposite? Say, you wake up late one morning, and everything seems to go wrong. You spill coffee on your last clean shirt while rushing to get ready, burn the toast, it's raining outside, you can't find your car keys, massive traffic on the road . . . it seems like one rotten event after another. Maybe you can't change the traffic, and the rain, but you can certainly change your attitude. Instead of being tense and anxious about the morning . . . Stop. Take a deep breath and blow it out slowly. Summon up some inner peace, and calmness. (if you're already running late, what is 1 more minute going to do? It could be just what you need to brighten your day.) You have the power to change your attitude, which in turn has the power to bring on goodness or more stress. Practice every day, and it will be second nature after a while.
Today you are attracting only good things. You are caring, thoughtful, intelligent, and talented. You, my friend, are admired and loved by the Universe, and that is HUGE! You're a rockstar!! Bring on all that you dream and you will achieve. You deserve all good things, "no Whammys". :) Take a minute, to start your day with a little mediation where you visualize wonderful things happening now. Speak to yourself as if you already have it all. You do. It's like a package waiting to be picked up. Greatness is within you. Unlock it . . . now. Monday, June 21st is an awesome day!! Enjoy it thoroughly.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Welcome
I decided to put together this blog as a tool for myself and so many others that need some motivation. Whether it's in your fitness goals, art, or just trying to be the best you that you possibly can . . . motivation can make a huge difference. Technically, I'm not a motivational specialist. I just like to motivate people, and I like to look for motivation for myself too.
I am a wife, mom, an assistant preschool teacher, an illustrator, and a Beachbody coach. All those jobs require motivation at some point in the day. I use information from The Secret, video clips, inspirational quotes, and making a goal/to-do list. It's important to know what you want to achieve, write down the steps it will take to get to that goal, believe you can do it, and get out there and work.
You have amazing power within you. Whatever your heart desires, you can bring into your life. It may take time, loads of planning, and 100% committment, but you CAN make it happen. Don't just say you wish you could have ____. Wishing isn't going to make it happen. What do you want out of life? Have you sat down and made a list? Have you thought about what it takes to achieve it? Don't skip any steps. And tell that negative voice in your head (the one that tells you "You can't do that!") . . . tell that voice to shut up. Take control over your destiny. No "stinkin' thinkin'" as Zig Ziglar likes to say. Would you talk that way to your best friend if they came to you with their dreams? No, you wouldn't. (I'm sure you wouldn't.) So, why is it okay to talk to yourself with that kind of disrespect? It's not and it ends today!! You are an amazing, powerful, warrior. You bring great things into your life. Opportunities are lining up as you read this!!
Remember:
Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true.
- Leon J. Suenes
Don't let the daily grind make you lose sight of your dreams. You owe it to yourself to dream. Dream big, commit, take action, and have a great week! I believe in you. :)
I am a wife, mom, an assistant preschool teacher, an illustrator, and a Beachbody coach. All those jobs require motivation at some point in the day. I use information from The Secret, video clips, inspirational quotes, and making a goal/to-do list. It's important to know what you want to achieve, write down the steps it will take to get to that goal, believe you can do it, and get out there and work.
You have amazing power within you. Whatever your heart desires, you can bring into your life. It may take time, loads of planning, and 100% committment, but you CAN make it happen. Don't just say you wish you could have ____. Wishing isn't going to make it happen. What do you want out of life? Have you sat down and made a list? Have you thought about what it takes to achieve it? Don't skip any steps. And tell that negative voice in your head (the one that tells you "You can't do that!") . . . tell that voice to shut up. Take control over your destiny. No "stinkin' thinkin'" as Zig Ziglar likes to say. Would you talk that way to your best friend if they came to you with their dreams? No, you wouldn't. (I'm sure you wouldn't.) So, why is it okay to talk to yourself with that kind of disrespect? It's not and it ends today!! You are an amazing, powerful, warrior. You bring great things into your life. Opportunities are lining up as you read this!!
Remember:
Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true.
- Leon J. Suenes
Don't let the daily grind make you lose sight of your dreams. You owe it to yourself to dream. Dream big, commit, take action, and have a great week! I believe in you. :)
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