Weekly Inspiration

Each week we will feature a quote on this page that is memorable and inspiring and which gets to the heart of an important truth about how to achieve success.

April 2009 Archive

27th April Quote of the Week

You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons, or the wind, but you can change yourself. 

This quote comes from Jim Rohn, the successful entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker.

Taking responsibility for our own lives is tremendously self-empowering. Accepting that we, and no one else, are responsible for how our lives turn out is the foundation on which all success is built.

We may not have control over all the circumstances of our lives, but we have control over how we respond to them. It is up to us to be the best we can be, no matter what circumstances we find ourselves in.

20th April Quote of the Week

Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. 

This quote comes from Confucius, the distinguished Chinese philosopher.

When we strive towards our goals it is inevitable that we will experience some, perhaps many, failures along the way. However, this should not dishearten us.

We must learn from our failures and keep trying. Having the determination to persevere after setbacks is essential if we are to achieve what we are aiming for.

13th April Quote of the Week

If you don't know where you are going, you'll end up someplace else. 

This quote is from the great baseball coach Yogi Berra.

Without goals, there is a danger that we will drift through life without fulfilling our potential.

However, when we have clear, well thought out goals, we give our lives purpose and direction. Working towards goals enables us to focus our time and energy on achieving things that are fulfilling and meaningful.

6th April Quote of the Week

Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't, you're right! 

This quote from Henry Ford underlines the vital importance of having a positive attitude.

When we believe that we can achieve something we are likely to bring energy and enthusiasm to it and to give it the time and effort necessary to succeed. However, if we believe that we can’t achieve something we are likely to lose motivation and fail at it.