Live by Your Thoughts

Live by Your Thoughts
Copyright 2005

A car can only go in two directions, either forward or backward, and like a car, we can move forward or backward in our lives. Our every thought either takes us toward our goals and desires or away, and has a positive or negative effect on the direction of our lives.

Compare your brain to a computer. If a new PC is loaded up with virus contaminated programs would you expect it to run smoothly? Of course not, because you get out of the computer exactly what you put in - your brain is exactly the same.

Your every thought determines the direction of your life. If you are moving backward then take time to analyze your thoughts. Make a determined effort to recognize negative thoughts and treat them as your worst enemy. Try not to dwell on them. Putty can be molded into any shape or form and so too, your life can be shaped and your destiny set by your thoughts.

Remember, the potential for change is the same for everyone. It only takes acceptance of the idea that change is possible coupled with the determination to follow-through. It's not always easy to control our thoughts, but certainly not impossible, and the rewards can last a lifetime.

There are many books on the subject of self-help, but remember, you must take action to succeed. Your thoughts will not change simple by reading an article or book. You must apply what you learn to your everyday affairs. Allow what you read to awaken the possibility of change within you, then take action.

One of the most beneficial practices for positive thinking is to look for the "good" in everyone and everything. Remember to encourage others everyday by a kind word or deed and be ready to offer (or receive) compliments.

Find opportunities to put the power of your positive thinking to work.For example, you might be standing in a long line at the supermarket checkout. Rather than get upset, do your utmost to help-out and encourage others with a kind word or compliment. You will be surprised at the positive reaction and at how many people will bless you with a wonderful smile in-return.

Taking the time to notice others and look for the "good" in every situation will not only life your spirits, but will brighten the day for everyone around you - it's a win-win situation to be sure. There are a1001 ways to look for the good in others, be they family, friends orthose you may only meet once. So, get the lead-out, get rid of those negative thoughts and become a winner.

Begin today to change your thought patterns one step at a time. Set yourself a goal for the week or month and devote full attention to controlling your thoughts. Start with at least one hour each day and increase the time as your confidence and thinking improve. It is a habit that needs nurturing and a habit you'll come to cherish.

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Nurture Your Minds-Benjamin Disraeli

"Nurture your minds with great thoughts. To believe in the heroic makes heroes." - Benjamin Disraeli

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"The secrets of this earth are not for all men to see, but only for those who will seek them." - Ayn Rand

Bill Cosby-Succeed

In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure. - Bill Cosby

Gregory Peck Quote

Tough times don't last, tough people do, remember? - Gregory Peck

Success-Danny Thomas

Success has nothing to do with what you gain in life or accomplish for yourself. It's what you do for others. - Danny Thomas

Buddy Ebsen Quote

I had a mother who taught me there is no such thing as failure. It is just a temporary postponement of success. - Buddy Ebsen

Progress-Thomas Edison

"Restlessness and discontent are the first necessities of progress." - Thomas Edison

James Allen Quote

"It is a process of diverting one's scattered forces into one powerful channel." - James Allen

Ourselves

Our business in life is not to get ahead of others, but to get ahead of ourselves. - E. Joseph Cossman

Walt Disney Quote

"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing." - Walt Disney

Know God, No Fear

"No God, Know Fear. Know God, No Fear." - Unknown

Zig Ziglar Quote

"You cannot perform in a manner inconsistent with the way you see yourself." - Zig Ziglar

The First Step-Ben Stein

"The indispensable first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: decide what you want." - Ben Stein

Great Ayn Rand Quote

"The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me." - Ayn Rand

Fastest Way to Succeed

The fastest way to succeed is to look as if you're playing by somebody else's rules, while quietly playing by your own. - Michael Korda

Words Of Wisdom

Carlos’ Words of Wisdom

1. Today is your day to exceed, so why live in yesterday.

2. You’re way beyond your expectation: so why not go a little further?

3. Walk with no fear through the darkness because soon you will see your horizon.

4. It’s not how immense your problems are: it’s how immense they appear to be in your eyes.

5. Endurance is the key to overcoming all barriers: they cave in after awhile.

6. You are more than your present status quo: just remember there is more you are going do.

7. How far will you go searching before you find out what your looking for is right in front of you?

8. Sometimes we are waiting for something big to happen when our answer is in something small.

9. Insight on life is found in life: just live while you learn.

10. You are closer to your success than what you think: just walk towards it.

11. Challenges are set to get the best out of you.

12. What is the impossible? Isn’t it something that is labeled by someone else who couldn’t do it?

13. If you believe you can do it than you can: don’t let someone else’s procrastination stop your ambition.

14. Watch the advice you receive there are some who know nothing but failure and they can’t see beyond that.

15. Your current situation whether good or bad is only your transition.


Carlos is a father of three who has gone through alot of obstacles and has overcomed a lot of them. He is 29 years old and he is excited about writing things that he has learned in the form of abstracts