Great Throughts Treasury

"When you look for something you will find it. If you constantly expect exceptional success you will surely have it. Peak performers attract success. You must keep the goals you desire to achieve at the forefront of your mind throughout the day."

"When you were born you cried while d world rejoiced... live life in a way such that when you die... the world cries while you rejoice in peace."

"When you push beyond your limits, you unlock mental and physical reserves you never thought you had."

"When you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die, the world cries while you rejoice."

"When you savor the now, you kindle the fire of life that allows you to grow your destiny."

"Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakens."

"Winners have two types of courage "

"When you work to improve the lives of others, you indirectly elevate your own life. It becomes richer and more meaningful."

"Without a passion for discipline, the most beautiful of dreams have zero value."

"While victims condemn change, leaders grow inspired by change."

"Within you lies the sun, the moon, the sky and all the wonders of this universe. The intelligence that created these wonders is the same force that created you. All things around you come from the same source. We are all one. Every being on this Earth, every object on this Earth has a soul. All souls flow into one, this is the Soul of the Universe. You see, John, when you nourish your own mind and your own spirit, you are really feeding the Soul of the Universe. When you improve yourself, you are improving the lives of all those around you. And when you have the courage to advance confidently in the direction of your dreams, you begin to draw upon the power of the universe. As I told you earlier, life gives you what you ask of it. It is always listening."

"You become your excuses."

"Without discipline and willpower, you are lost without a compass as a seaman, which eventually sinks the boat value."

"Words are the verbal embodiment of power. By filling your mind with words of hope, you become hopeful. By filling your mind with words of kindness, you become kind. Fill your minds with thoughts of courage and your become courageous. Words and thoughts have power."

"Words can inspire. And words can destroy. Choose yours well."

"Work hard. But build an exceptional family life. What"

"Work harder than is common."

"Yes, reach for the mountaintop. But enjoy the climb as well."

"Would you rather live your life according to the approval of others or aligned with your truth and your dreams?"

"You and I have the power to choose to rise above our external circumstances. We always have a choice to be strong and positive when things fall apart. We have the right to use our stumbling blocks as stepping stones to our greatest life."

"You are not just paid to work. You are paid to be uncomfortable "

"You practice the art of kaizen by pushing yourself daily. Work hard to improve you mind and body. Nourish your spirit. Do things you fear. Start to live with unbridled energy and limitless enthusiasm."

"You don't own the things that you fear you can't live without. They own you."

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"You must have a mission statement in life. This is simply a set of guiding principles which clearly state where you are going and where you want to be at the end of your life. A mission statement embodies your values. It is your personal lighthouse keeping you steadily on the course of your dreams. Over a period of one month, set a few hours aside to write down five or ten principles which will govern your life and which will keep you focused at all times. Examples might be to consistently serve others, to be a considerate citizen, to become highly wealthy or to serve as a powerful leader. Whatever the mission statement of your life, refine it and review it regularly. Then when something adverse happens or someone tries to pull you off course, you quickly and precisely return to your chosen path with the full knowledge that you are moving in the direction that you have selected."

"You can find your cause"

"You change your life the moment you set your goals and start to seek your Dharma."

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"You find what you seek."

"You can be a fool for five minutes if you ask a question, however you are a fool for a lifetime if you hesitate to ask a question!"

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"Your days are your life in miniature. As you live your days, so you craft your life. What you do today is actually creating your future. The words you speak, the thoughts you think, the food you eat and the actions you take are defining your destiny "

"Your fears are nothing more than your growth coming to get you."

"Your reputation should be your most respected asset. Build it with care and manage it with devotion."

"Your outer world reflects the state of your inner world."

"Your days are your life in miniature. As you live your hours, so you create your years. As you live your days, so you craft your life. What you do today is actually creating your future. The words you speak, the thoughts you think, the food you eat and the actions you take are defining your destiny shaping who you are becoming and what your life will stand for. Small choices lead to giant consequences over time. There's no such thing as an unimportant day."

"Your thinking creates your reality."

"Your schedule is the best barometer for what you truly value and believe to be important"

"Your life moves to a more magical dimension when you start striving to make the world a better place."

"Your title, net worth, position doesn't matter! Anyone can show leadership-and influence by a brilliant example."

"Your work and personal life reflect your standards and self-worth."

"You're faced with a choice today: play the victim or become a virtuoso."