At one time or another most of us have failed at something we have attempted. We have been unsuccessful in achieving our intended goals with varying degrees, sometimes only narrowly and sometimes by a long chalk. The good thing to come out of failure is to use such experiences to become a stronger and better person.

My topic today is motivation. What motivates you to push yourself to accomplish your goals and dreams? If you can't answer that question, you've got some soul-searching to do. Do you ever start off doing something with a full head of steam and charge right out of the gates?

Your inner image attracts either positive or negative vibrations from the universe. If you think something will turn out a certain way, it inevitably will.

Today, we are experiencing change at a rate never before imagined in history. What does this mean to you? It means that every product, process, idea or service that you are engaged in today is in the process of being replaced by someone, somewhere doing it better, faster and cheaper. If you want to survive and thrive in the years ahead continuous eduction for the rest of your life is something you must do.

Affirmations are getting a bad rap from some in the self-improvement community. This article comes to their defense as a time-honored methodology.

Everyday life has a way of dulling down our senses. This leads to a spiritless state of mind that just languidly accepts living day in and day out without ever getting motivated to change for the better. But the truth is the battle is only lost when you stop fighting. It's time to stop being a mere spectator, to take action, and to flow with God's program for your life. And the best way to revive those dreams He put in your heart is by determining to learn something new related to them.

"Don't let the bastards grind you down."

"Anybody can observe the Sabbath, but making it holy surely takes the rest of the week."

"I have found power in the mysteries of thought."

"After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music."