Exercise yourself in small things.

It’s a simple statement. But think about what it means if you really put it into practice. We are all taught to think big, to dream fantastic dreams, to not settle for less. There’s nothing wrong with that. Keep your dreams and big plans, for they are precious things, aye, keep them close. But few are those who can fly toward their dreams–most of us have to hop, skip, or walk. (more…)

In order to achieve your goals, you must first accept who you are - flaws and all. This may be the hardest and most important thing you will ever do. (more…)

When you are faced with seemingly impossible challenges, you may feel like giving up or not even trying. Words of encouragement from someone who has been through it can be the difference between life and death for your goals. Here are some of my favorite motivating quotes. (more…)

In my previous article, Slaves of Time, I discussed freedom of attitude, a kind of inner calm in the face of a world that demands much of our time. It is hard to free ourselves from time anxiety—after all, we were brought up to maximize, to seek ever more with ever less of our time. More for less sure does sound great, and it would be, if it were sustainable. But if you find yourself (as many do) stuck in a vicious cycle of more activity and less quality time, then it’s time to break out! (more…)

Walk down the aisles of any bookstore and you’ll find many books purporting to explain the secrets of succeeding in life. Really, you only need to remember 3 keys to success, and you can get them for free here. Whether it’s business, marriage, or personal goals, constant learning, persistence, and a sense of humor are the key ingredients for success. (more…)

Momentum is your most important asset any time you are starting your own project, and it is important for 2 reasons. The first reason is that everyone likes a winner; if you have good momentum, you will find that people will jump on your bandwagon, whether it’s buying your product or seeing your movie. It’s simply human nature. The second reason is that momentum provides the boost you need to keep chugging along. (more…)

If you have different goals than other people, you might as well toss out the traditional playbook and write your own. The traditional book wasn’t written with you in mind, so create your own methods for success. Here are 6 steps that I developed which you may find useful. (more…)