Would you like to have the wherewithal to get up and shake off any weight you have on your shoulders, continuing on with courage whenever necessary?
We all need to motivate ourselves. We can read books, go to seminars or courses, and even pound ourselves on the chest to lift our spirits; nevertheless, the truth is that the face we see each morning in the mirror is our own, and no other. The reflection which comes back with enthusiasm or apathy is a direct result of our ability to manage difficulty.
Anyone can navigate calm waters with ease. On the other hand, only the valiant keep afloat through a terrible storm. Although we all know we should turn lemons into lemonade, we aren’t always able to do it. To be among the valiant, those who taste the sweet sensation of success, I have an exercise which, if you do follow my instructions, could change your life in a positive way forever…
Are these big words?
Does this sound like a good idea?
I challenge you to do the following without thinking twice about it, and in this instant. If you can’t do it right now, do it in the next 24 hours:
Take 9 sheets of paper, either letter or legal size
Fold the sheets once, on the longest side
When you open the pages, you will have a small book
Punch holes in the “spine”
Tie the pages together with ribbon of your choice
In this small book, I suggest you to do an exercise which can stay with you forever, as a special gift. In this case, I am merely the provider of the method, you are the one who will give life to this gift you will give to yourself. What I ask you do is quite simple, but it takes perseverance and tenacity, so it is far from easy.
On the cover of the book, I suggest you give it a title like:
MY LITTLE BOOK
OF SUCCESS
Or in my case, I call it:
BEST OF THE BEST
SEEDS OF SUCCESS
In your small book, without counting the entire first page which surrounds the book, making up the front and back covers, inside there are 32 pages to write thoughts and ideas which can inspire you whenever you like.
To complete the exercise, every day take a quote you like and write it on one of the 32 pages inside. If you write down one thought a day, in one month, you will have your own Little Book of Success which you can take with you wherever you go, to read and consider whenever you feel you need a shot of energy, motivation, or just to feel good.
Do you want to play?
The quotes can come from books you have read or phrases you have heard, they can be from a song or perhaps a biblical verse. You are also always welcome to visit my WEB page (www.RobMcBride.net) where you can search for one or more words in the SEARCH bar, at the top right hand side of the page, and no doubt something of interest will come up.
Do this exercise to create your own Little Book of Success. The process will be a wonderful game you can play with yourself to find the thoughts which will light a fire to your inner desire.
Great achievements are made with small steps. Great presence is replete with our inner essence. When we are willing to make small sacrifices in the short-term, our path becomes a living dream full of inspiration.
Will you pass the test?
If your answer is yes, I would love to see your Little Book of Success!
What do you say?
∞ Rob McBride ∞
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