Motivation . . . The Power of a Quote

by | Jan 24, 2013 | Excellence, Focus | 16 comments

There is an old Proverb, “Words kill, words give life. They’re either poison or fruit. You choose.”

The principle is not limited to, “Spoken, sticks and stones kinds of words.” It also applies to quotes.

Here are four of my favorite that serve to boost my motivation . . .

“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” – William James

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” – Helen Keller

“If you want to conquer fear, don’t sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.” – Dale Carnegie

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” – Mark Twain

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Randy

What is your favorite motivational quote?

 

 

16 Comments

  1. Coach Brown
    Coach Brown on January 24, 2013 at 7:32 am

    Effort = Results! Reach for the stars and you will be surprised how far your reach may take you. Coach Jim Powell

    • randygravitt
      randygravitt on January 24, 2013 at 8:10 am

      Great reminder Coach!

  2. Ja
    Ja on January 24, 2013 at 8:09 am

    I guess one of my favorite quotes is from my dad. “If you are going to do a job, do it right or don’t do it at all…” That has always stuck with me over the years…
    Ja

    • randygravitt
      randygravitt on January 24, 2013 at 8:10 am

      Good one Jason!

  3. Stanton
    Stanton on January 24, 2013 at 9:14 am

    “You never regret doing the right thing.” Randy Gravitt

  4. KB
    KB on January 24, 2013 at 9:35 am

    The pain of discipline is LESS than the pain of regret!

    • randygravitt
      randygravitt on January 24, 2013 at 9:57 am

      One of my favorites KB!

  5. KW
    KW on January 24, 2013 at 10:05 am

    Never think you are of no use where you are. You certainly cannot be of any use where you are not. Oswald Chambers

  6. Aynsley
    Aynsley on January 24, 2013 at 10:12 am

    “It takes a little courage, and a little self-control. And some grim determination, If you want to reach the goal. It takes a great deal of striving, and a firm and stern-set chin. No matter what the battle, if you really want to win, there’s no easy path to glory. There is no road to fame. Life, however we may view it, Is no simple parlor game; But its prizes call for fighting, For endurance and for grit; For a rugged disposition that will not quit.” – Navy SEAL Masterchief
    One of my favs! Keeps me focused! Great post today!

    • randygravitt
      randygravitt on January 24, 2013 at 10:24 am

      Thanks Aynsley. Great quote!

  7. Susan
    Susan on January 24, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    Don’t make a point; make a difference. – Andy Stanley

  8. Robbie
    Robbie on February 15, 2013 at 1:25 pm

    One the kids shared something his teacher always says:
    “Always do the right thing…the right way …with the right heart ..right away.”
    One of my personal favorites, “I’ve been dead once,it’s quite liberating”-The Joker

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