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Excellence
is caring more than others think is wise; risking more than others
think is safe; dreaming more than others think is
practical; and expecting more
than others think is possible.
Good
morning!
I
fell in love with this quote the first time I saw it many years ago. I
found it on an inspirational poster with a photo of a soaring eagle
while going through a difficult period in my life. It resonated with
me, because it matched my core beliefs--even though those core beliefs
often required walking up to the precipice of life and taking
uncalculated risks. Yet I knew that these were principles I had to live
by in order to experience all that life would offer to me. I never
wanted to miss a chance, even though that would require falling down
and getting many-a-bruise.
Last night, I was reflecting on what a full life means to me. In prior
Good Mornings I have shared that I found one key is to "greet each
moment with a sense of appreciation instead of expectation." I believe
we pass another milestone when our fears become an inspiration instead
of deterrent in achieving our full potential. Learning to take risks,
and enjoying that sense of adventure--no matter what the end result is
another key. When we can appreciate our own courage, despite the
result, we see...and more importantly...take the opportunities life so
often presents. That statement leads me back to a quote I saw on a card
when I was only fourteen. I bought the card and have it still. The
outside of the card features a small sailboat on an ocean night. Below
the photo is states simply, "One cannot discover new lands without
losing sight of the shore."
To me, this quote speaks volumes about change. So many of us want to
realize change, but we are unwilling to "cast away" the lines that tie
us to our old habits. We try to reach the "other side of the ocean"
while leaving those ties around us. That is an impossible journey. We
must be willing to throw off the ties and set sail toward our dreams.
Your Turn: Review today's
quote and think about what it means to you. How can you practice
excellence in your life? And what about change? Are you trying to
change, while still holding onto the past? If so, make a concerted
effort to cast away the lines and see where the wonderful journey of
life will take you.
Your affirmation:
Each day, I sail toward and realize the
great gifts of this life.
And as always,
don't forget to
start your day with a heartfelt: "Something great is
going to
happen today... I can't wait to see what it is!"
And when ending
your day ask yourself: "What is one more thing I can do
to
make today matter?
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