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Obsession
Obsession A brief forward before you read this. The beginning of this will seem almost like a journal entry however these are some tips and tricks I've picked up over the years for dealing with those times where your hobby threatens to consume you. I use writing as my example but it can apply to any hobby in life.
By Josephine Mason6 years ago in Motivation
The Story of a Man Named, Herb
There was a man who was seen as weak but he was very strong. His name was Herbert. Herbert was a kind man. He loved people and he would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. He was extremely smart, and he was always willing to give a lending hand especially at the jobs he worked at. He would always say yes to the boss even if it meant cleaning the boss’ car or scrubbing the toilets if that’s what his boss wanted. Now, don’t get me wrong, Herbert was a well-educated man and he was probably one of the smartest people in his office. Not only was he a good man but he happened to value self growth and all the things that come with being a better person, but something still wasn’t right. Respect was the one thing that Herb desired most but what he was seeking will not be what he finds.
By Melissa Markowitz6 years ago in Motivation
Life Offers
One of my favorite quotes is “Life is what you make it.” No matter who you are, where you live, how rich or poor, you are the director of your life. So many debate the concept “Life is ninety percent of what happens to you, and ten percent of how you respond to it.” Others choose to go with “Life is ten percent of what happens to you and ninety percent of how you respond to it.” The beauty about life is choice and having the option to believe in which ever one fits your perception. As for me, I will go with the reversal. Here is why.
By Beautiful Intelligence6 years ago in Motivation
Motivation is a lie.
I, like many of you out there, would describe myself as an optimist but with a healthy dose of realism sprinkled in there for good measure. I always try and focus on the positives of any situation and always try and see a way out of whatever problem I may be going through. I am a restless person too, and as much as I can give in to laziness every now and then, I much prefer to keep busy and do things that get me closer to my ultimate goals. I also have very clear goals on what I want to achieve in life and am desperate to be successful for a variety of reasons.
By Charlie6 years ago in Motivation
One Wish
I was walking along the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River one sunny afternoon and happened to see an old oil lamp half buried in a sand bar. I dug around the lamp and washed most of the river mud and sand off of it in the river. I mused about the possibilities of who had owned the lamp, whether or not it had lit the way for one of my ancestors who had lived in the area, where it had been, and how long it had been lost. It was tarnished and the river had partially sand-blasted it, but it was still a nice relic. I used the sleeve of my shirt to try to remove more of the sand and mud and shine it. The lamp shook and smoked in my hands and the strangest being I'd ever seen appeared before me. The old cuss looked like a cross between a coal miner and a rancher; a mix of the ancestors of us local folk. He wheezed a bit, said "Howdy", tipped his tattered hat, and smiled. He said many people had held that lamp along the river over the years, but only a certain person could release him from the lamp. I asked him what that meant, but he only said, "Though many are capable, truly great things are done by few, stay the course, you will be needed." He turned his eyes to follow a hawk searching the nearby lea for prey and then stooped and drank slowly from the river, as I had done many times. He cleared his throat and spoke again, "Try to think of all the things you want, what you truly feel in your heart and soul, tell me about them, but be brief, for I have not much time to spare here. I shall be free after granting you one wish, but it must be the right one. So, tell me what brings you here."
By Thomas Durbin6 years ago in Motivation
YASH QARAAH
As teenagers entering the stages of adulthood we are all inspired by an individual, for many their parents, grandparents, teachers and celebrities. The story of success starts at a very tender age, as we all know education is the key to success, along with the drive of enthusiasm, commitment and ambition.
By Sean Noble6 years ago in Motivation
Monique
She walks with her head bowed, the stinging cold air now more tolerable against her nesh skin as she walks up a staircase and underneath a roof belonging to the grandest portico of the grandest mansion she’s ever seen. The neoclassical architecture and grand balusters make her feel as if she’s in the Capitol about to conduct a series of interviews with senators, although she was on the portico of a home off Calhoun street in Audubo – the most expensive neighborhood in New Orleans. Hands protected and warm underneath her gloves, Monique presses her index finger to the doorbell – an oval diamond set into what appears to be a case of ornately carved slate. The resounding sound is an unfamiliar melodious song that reminds her of the mellow tunes played during the intros of soap operas her mother always watched. Many different emotions enter and exit her psyche as she hears the footsteps of the lady to greet her -- she feels as if she’s in a dream. She clutches her little black book in her left hand for comfort. The $10,000 award isn’t even at the forefront of her mind. She cares most that she now has the chance to get the exposure she needs to achieve her dreams.
By Rob Mayo6 years ago in Motivation
A Fine Day to Die. Or Maybe Peach Pie
"THE ALIENS ARE COMING TONIGHT, SAVE YR'SELVES!" I wake up to a wild-haired homeless woman wearing a bright pink, soiled tutu screaming at the top of her lungs. She seems pretty convinced aliens are on their way to take over and enslave us. I chuckle to myself that if aliens did visit, they'd turn around and go right back home if That's the first human they saw.
By Sherene O'Hern6 years ago in Motivation
A Letter to My Daughter
My Dearest One, This morning you woke up at 5:00 am, curls bouncing, mouth smiling, ready to start your day. This morning, your four-year-old self climbed out of bed and pitter-pattered to the kitchen, still dark, and sweetly asked for waffles and berries. As I prepared your breakfast, you sat on the couch flipping through one of your "comics" we borrowed from the library. I looked at you and wondered how it could be possible to be here, in this moment, with you.
By Emily Flanagan 6 years ago in Motivation
When Good Health Is Absent!
We know that in order to obtain success and prosperity in life, that making sacrifices are pretty much a necessity. We simply can't keep doing the basics, or maintain the life we are living, and expect to generate success and wealth for ourselves. Such rewards come from making changes, working hard, remaining perseverant, remaining patient, being resilient, and of course, giving up some things we enjoy and treasure in life. Many people actually make sacrifices, and truly believe they are giving up lots, in an attempt to create success and prosperity, and they wonder why they still can achieve the results they are looking for. The problem is, the majority of these people are actually sacrificing the wrong things. In order to generate some short term satisfaction, people refuse to give up things such as coffee dates with friends, or drinking nights out with friends, or watching Netflix, or watching their favorite television shows, or unnecessary shopping. It's not to say we can't enjoy these things, especially spending time with our friends, but it needs to be on a far less regular basis than what most people do. Then we have other people who will refuse to part with some assets, valuing them far more than the success and wealth they desire. Sometimes we need to sell off some assets to generate some extra cash for ourselves. Many business owners would know what I am referring to here, as we just need to do whatever is needed to generate some cash flow. Sacrifice is about giving up what we enjoy, along with the material things in life, and even time we would normally spend on ourselves. But there are a couple of things that most people sacrifice, all for the aim of creating success and wealth, that should never be sacrificed!
By David Stidston6 years ago in Motivation
