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.
May 2009 Archive
25th May Quote of the Week
Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must be overcome first.
This quote comes from the esteemed writer and intellectual Samuel Johnson.
It underlines the importance of taking action to achieve our goals, even if we can’t be sure of success.
While we shouldn’t rush into things unthinkingly, we need to get into the habit of making decisions about what to do and acting on those decisions without procrastinating.
18th May Quote of the Week
If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Don't complain.
This quote comes from Maya Angelou the renowned writer and former civil rights activist.
Complaining about things that we don’t like can be very disempowering. Rather, we should work out how we can change things for the better.
However, we will also have to accept that there are some things in our lives that we cannot change. In these cases the best thing to do is to accept it and focus on the things we can.
11th May Quote of the Week
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit.
This quote is from Aristotle, the famous Greek philosopher.
Aristotle’s words underline the importance of trying to perform at our best in all that we do on a day by day basis.
If we consistently apply ourselves to the best of our ability then, over time, we will fulfil our full potential.
4th May Quote of the Week
The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will.
This quote comes from legendary American Football coach Vince Lombardi.
In emphasises the vital importance of motivation, determination and persistence in achieving our goals.
However much ability we have, we will not succeed unless we persevere until our goals are achieved.
