Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Forward and back

Instead of looking forward, it is often better to look back. There you will find what has actually been achieved. Eschew the making of empty professions.

Remember what was done right, but do not forget the wrong. To fix a problem, its existence must be acknowledged. After that, you can focus on a solution.

Our firm decisions tend not to last. We make big plans, but have no intention of carrying them out. We would rather draw attention to our good intentions.

The things we do show the strength of our resolve. They provide a foundation on which to build. If you would attain success, abstain from contentment.

It is not as important how things begin as how they end. Mistakes will be made along the way. What matters is whether we finish what was started.

Obstacles arise to impede our progress. Do not be the cause of your own obstruction. Sometimes, all that is really required is to get out of your own way.

4 comments:

  1. Indeed we should reflect on our experience going forward. We should learn from our mistakes and adapt to overcome new obstacles.

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    1. Experience is the best teacher. Empty promises just fill one with disappointment. Build on what was actually accomplished.

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  2. Risk taking and dartboard methods do work. They do often lead to problems though. But the problems can often be apart of the adventure. Sometimes you have to break a pane of glass to get through it. There will be cuts, but those will heal with time. People who spend their whole lives playing is safe... pretty much spend their whole lives playing it safe.

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    1. Those who resolve to do things tend not to get anything done. The biggest problem is a lack of determination. It takes real effort to break through barriers.

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