"A true poet does not bother to be poetical. Nor does a nursery gardener scent his roses."Jean Cocteau
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American Bodybuilding: Doing It The American Way
So you've decided to try out American bodybuilding. Great! Now before we go right on to the basic starters in bodybuilding, let me first tell how bodybuilding came to America in the first place. Bodybuilding actually started in 11th century India and ...
Getting it right the second time around!!!
Getting it right the second time around!!! Getting what we want!Nice title.. I think its pretty clear what we are talking about here. how many of us really get what we want???how many of us know how to get what we want??What about the few that already ...
No Problem is Too Great to Solve
At the famed Waldorf-Astoria in New York, J.C. Penny, an energetic 95-years old at the time was asked, "You've had plenty of problems in your life. What is your philosophy about problems?" He answered, "Actually I'm grateful for all my problems. As I ...
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Have you ever wondered why is it that after we go through a bad phase in life we seem to come out better for it? It use to puzzle me too until recently after I stared down a gunman's nozzle I realized why.
If you have ever been in a situation like I did and survived to tell the tale you would be more than grateful for everything. And the worst part is that my family home was invaded by gunmen which left us with a feeling of being so vulnerable.
I used to place few emphasis on the things that matter the most to me in like my family, my friends and the joy I get from accomplishing goals and helping people.
It was after that I began to really feel the joy in seeing simple things like the tree leaves dancing in the gentle summer breeze. It was then that I began to really appreciate the twinkle of love in my daughter's eyes every time she sees me.
Listen, I happen to live in the crime capital of the Caribbean which is Jamaica. There is not a single day that you don't read or hear negative news or stories coming your way. The caustic gossip and idle chatter that surround you can make you feel miserable absorbing all this stuff.
That's why it is important to develop a positive attitude towards life. Developing one does not happen overnight but it can be done. Doing things like reading inspirational literature and articles, listening to uplifting music and having constructive talks with others are ways to build up your positive attitude.
If more people could get access to books like Think and Grow Rich and The Laws of Success among others what would be the impact on our society? It is materials like these that we need to use to build up our self-esteem so as for us to have greater respect for life and people.
Did that gunman scare the life out of me? Hell no. Instead he made me appreciate life more than ever. It made me realize that no matter what you have been through you can overcome. Life's too short to be brooding over what when wrong or what might have been.
All I am focus on right now is to make use of whatever time I have left on earth. I have even stopped thinking about what others think about me because it doesn't matter anymore to me.
As someone once said, "Those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind". Stay positive, it is the best way to reach out for success.
Copyright © Nicholas Dixon
Nicholas Dixon is the publisher and editor of The Roc Newsletter. Visit our website http://WWW.Geocities.com/Oceanroc and subscribe now to receive resources and articles to help you achieve success.
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Positive thinking: Shake It OffDaily News & AnalysisHe said that one thing the Nazis could not do to him was take away his attitude. Remember, the success of most people depends 90% on attitude and 10% on situation. Many studies validate this. Be like the donkey in the story, shake it off and step up. |
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Lankans need change in attitudeDaily MirrorI believe that we as a single nation could not follow a right and positive attitude until today. We are still arguing with each other and criticizing what is to be done. But at the same time our neighbouring counties have progressed towards ... |
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Alex Smith Lauds New 49ers Receivers, Shows LeadershipYahoo! SportsContributor Network – 1 hour 53 minutes ago COMMENTARY | Alex Smith has been a consummate professional throughout his entire career, and a positive attitude through seemingly endless adversity may finally be paying dividends for the former No.and more » |
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