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Put down the book
“Stop reading and start doing.” We are blessed. We live in an age where books are readily accessible, where important research is available at our fingertips. But information can sometimes mutate into too much information, and too much information can confuse and paralyze us. We can become so obsessed with the search for one more…
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Persistence or fear?
“Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it”. – Ann Landers Don’t confuse persistence with fear. Fear of confronting reality, fear of facing failure, fear of making changes – …
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The forensics of failure
“Know why you failed.” We celebrate, or should celebrate, success of all sizes. But what about failure? Become curious. Become a student of forensics, the forensics of failure. How can you overcome your challenges and limits, without also understanding your failures? It’s difficult to set the recipe for achieving your goals without first knowing what’s…
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The vital difference
“Know the vital difference between believing you will succeed and that you will succeed easily.” Optimism and positive expectation are critical catalysts to your success. So is hard work. Don’t affirm intent unless you are willing to engage – to act, persistently and passionately.
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Harder, or smarter?
“Nothing wears you down like trying harder instead of smarter.” – Robert Cooper Try too hard, and watch your future vanish. Persistence gone bad is about trying the same thing, harder and faster, day after day, and expecting different results. Step off the treadmill and take time to think, to imagine, to get inspired. Working…
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Surge in Babies Born Into Drug Addiction Makes Effective Rehab More Critical
It’s been a natural progression that has meant anguish for thousands of newborn babies. First it was the increase in the number of prescriptions for addictive painkillers. Second, a growing number of people who are addicted to these drugs need rehab to get sober again. Third, since some of these people who become addicted are…