"Forget the things behind you and reach for the things in front of you. Let today be a new day of change and prosperity. You can't begin to see change if your still caught up in past. Yesterday is forgotten make today the day to remember!" Went for a swim this morning, it's On!!!!
I do it because I can... I can because I want to...I want to because you said I couldnt ;-)
I gotta feeling that tonights gonna be a good night, that tonights gonna be a good night, that tonights gonna be a good, GOOD night!
Sunny weather reminds me of my days in Costa Rica...yo quiero regresar a las playas bonitas, pasar todo mi tiempo en el sol, escuchar el mar, y hablar en espanol con la gente...
Do not follow where the path leads, rather go where there is no path and leave a trail.
D. Perkins
If your life had been perfect up until now, you would not have a strong determination to change your life. It's all of the ' apparently negative' things and situations that give us the desire to change. Be grateful for the experiences that fuel a fire inside of you, because this fire will give you strength and determination to change your life.
"To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also believe." - Anatole France
My swimming is dramatically improving. I swam more than 1000 meters today, 500 meters without rest. Im very excited to increase the distance & build my endurance. Learning to swim, struggling, & striving to improve has made overcoming my knee injury much more manageable. I hardly think of my knee now, its no longer holding me back, instead it is pushing me ahead... I LOVE that!
I SMILE because I have an AMAZING family that LOVES me for who I am & the person I aspire to become. I have GREAT friends that stand by me & BELIEVE in me even when I dont believe in myself. I have a good job that challenges me & forces me to grow. I have incredibly supportive & INSPIRING bosses who have faith in my abilities & appreciate my efforts. I am BLESSED.
Smile, be happy and make the best of today. Remember that life is what you make of it so make it good :) Enjoy this moment, be thankful for what you have, and live with passion!
Knowing that to give up is to be defeated by oneself, continue single-mindedly to take small but significant steps in the shaping of your destiny." Everyday we make choices and those choices create our future. Think about what you want in your future and make the right choice today. I am going to be happy, stay positive, and enjoy the blessings of my life!
The place where you are now is vital. Never avoid what you must face. Challenge your circumstances and steadily persevere. The path toward victory opens from where you stand. Breath deep, stand tall, and walk boldly forward.
It is senseless to blame others or your environment for your miseries. Stop complaining and decide to do something about it. Change begins from the moment you muster the courage to act. When you change, the environment will change. The power to change the world is found nowhere but within our own life.
The biggest obstacles to our progress exist within our own lives in the form of cowardice and our tendency to give up when the going gets tough. Breaking through these barriers will unleash a surging wave of change. Unless we take one step forward, we cannot take the next, much less a thousand. Courage is the force that creates history.
Our desires and ambitions are powerful forces within us that shape our future. To lose hope or give up one's goals because of momentary setbacks diminishes one's own life potential. Dont limit yourself. Hopes, dreams, faith & a sense of mission enable us to open up our lives. Hold on to your hopes & dreams, believe even in the face of adversity, & you will find a way to overcome any obstacle in your path.
There is something to be said for perseverance. Anyone who has ever made a resolution discovers the strength of determination fades in time. We all trip, stumble, and fall. If you fall down seven times, get up eight. When your motivation fades, tell yourself, "OK! I will start again now!" Don't give up when you feel discouraged-just pick yourself up and renew your determination each time.
Everything in our lives depends on what we hold inside our hearts & minds. If we decide that something is impossible, then, consistent with our minds in thinking so, even something that is possible for us will become impossible. On the other hand, if we have the confidence that we can definitely do something, then we are already one step closer to achieving it in reality.
You have what it takes to conquer your goals and exceed expectations. Train your mind, body, & spirit. Challenge yourself to be and do more than you thought u could. Push past the grey zone, you will pass out before you die!
Only by overcoming life's problems & obstacles can we become truly strong. If everything always goes smoothly, we will grow complacent & wont be strong enough to build a solid foundation for our lives. Even if things don't unfold the way you expected, don't be disheartened or give up. Be persistent. Every hardship is an opportunity to strengthen ourselves, to temper our life and make it shine with greater luster.
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time; Enjoying one moment at a time...
No matter how wonderful our dreams, how noble our ideals, or how high our hopes, ultimately we need courage to make them a reality. Without action, it's as if they never existed...
"If we are growing, we will always going to be out of our comfort zone." John Maxwell
Another kick a$$ workout today! Its official, my entire body is sore now :) I am happy to report my knee is holding up like a champ!! Yay!!!
It's foolish to be obsessed with past failures or to be self-satisfied with one's small achievements. The present & future are what is important, not the past. We are bound to make mistakes. What distinguishes a forward-looking person from an intransigent one, a virtuous person from a dishonest one, however, is whether one can candidly admit to one's mistakes & take bold steps to correct them.
"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without Hope and Confidence."
September 14, 2010 at 6:04am · The difference between the possible and the impossible lies in a persons determination. Don't limit yourself. Dream big, try hard, and stay focused. Faith and persistence always pay off. Keep on believing :)
"A strong healthy mind resides in a strong healthy body."
Life is good today!!!!! My brother is coming to visit me and Im sooo Excited! Had a killer workout this morning...everyday is getting better. My mojo is coming back. I feel healthy, happy & strong :) Yay!!!!!!
My name is Amanda. My favorite color is green. I love people. I want to help others. I live with faith, passion, and enthusiasm. When I fall I get back up. I am blessed beyond belief. I am not afraid. I make mistakes. I live. I learn. I grow. I believe in fairy tales and I am waiting for prince charming to sweep me off my feet :)
Sometimes life is so exciting I can hardly stand it! Good things are happening all around me & I cant help but smile in anticipation for what is to come. I have a beautiful life & a bright future ahead of me...thank you to everyone who has encouraged & inspired me along the way. Your faith & confidence in me has kept me going when I would have rather quit & propelled me forward when I felt inspired to act...
"Forget the risk, take the fall, if its what you want its worth it all."
October 9, 2010 at 8:46am
"Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence...Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent."- Calvin Coolidge
Believing contains no doubt. Believing does not waiver. Believing is absolute faith. Believing remains steadfast despite what is happening around you...
"Never give up, never, never give up." - Winston Churchill
"All life is a chance. So take it! The person who goes furthest is the one who is willing to do and dare."- Dale Carnegie
