Strategies for Success. George D Norris

FOR SUCCESS #39

       “Look to your health; and if you have it, praise God, and value it next to a good conscience; for health is the second blessing that we mortals are capable of; a blessing that money can not buy.”

      ISAAK WALTON

      ENGLISH WRITER

      COACH’S COMMENTS:

      It’s strange isn’t it but when you have good health you take it for granted and think you will live forever.

      However, when someone near and dear to you gets ill or dies, it’s only then that you really reflect on your mortality.

      Remember, life’s short, so don’t take good health for granted.

      STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS #40

       “The heart of the wise, like a mirror, should reflect all objects, without being sullied by any.”

      CONFUCIUS

      CHINESE PHILOSOPHER

      COACH’S COMMENTS:

      In other words the wise take on-board all aspects of a situation, or for that matter life and reflect on them and how they will effect the outcome before they make a decision.

      The wise amongst you will not be influenced by outside events or people and not make quick, rash decisions.

      So if you want to be perceived as a wise person, be patient, weigh up all aspects and be discerning in your opinion.

      STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS #41

       “1 love thee for a heart that’s kind. Not for the knowledge in thy mind.”

      W. H. DAVIES

      WELSH POET

      COACH’S COMMENTS:

      Real love eminates from a kind, loving heart, but you can often confuse love with desire.

      In today’s material world is seems we are easily seduced by a person’s knowledge and position in the world more than their simple kindness in their heart.

      So the next time you’re about to make a personal judgement of consequence and therefore of significance, stop and reflect on the values of that person’s heart as well as their head.

      STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS #42

       “Heaven means to be at one with God.”

      CONFUCIUS

      CHINESE PHILOSOPHER

      COACH’S COMMENTS:

      I guess today it all comes down to how you think and the values you have been brought up to believe in. So in your twilight years, it seems inevitable to think of the future and what it may hold for you.

      I thought of this some years ago when contemplating open heart surgery. The operation was very serious and a significant interruption to my well being.

      However, the best way to cope was to be at one with God.

      STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS #43

       “1f a friend is in trouble, don’t annoy him by asking him if there’s anything you can do. Think of something appropriate and do it.”

      E.W. HOWE

      AMERICAN WRITER

      COACH’S COMMENTS:

      In other words, actions speak louder than words but it’s also a fact that people in trouble, for what ever reason, usually are reluctant to either ask for help or tell you they want it when asked.

      I guess it comes down to them not wanting to seek your sympathy.

      What they really want is your help unconditionally and your action to give of it.

      STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS #44

       “No-one is useless in the world who lightens the burden of it for anyone else.”

      CHARLES DICKENS

      ENGLISH AUTHOR

      COACH’S COMMENTS:

      In life it’s easy to feel useless in times of trouble when people need your help and you don’t know what to do.

      Well you won’t feel or be useless if you give yourself the challenge to help others.

      Sometimes it can even be quite theraputic for you to embark on a journey or program of community help.

      So next time an opportunity comes your way to help someone, take it – you may also be helping yourself.

      STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS #45

       “A man travels the world over in search of what he needs and returns home to find it.”

      GEORGE MOORE

      IRISH WRITER AND ART CRITIC

      COACH’S COMMENTS:

      I know it’s true that there are many fabulous landmarks, areas, regions and sights far from our shores, but many people return only to admit they have not yet visited the sights of Australia.

      It seems we think that everywhere else is better, bigger and more beautiful until we see our own country and it’s magic.

      Remember, as they say, ‘you’ll never, ever know if you never, ever go.