“When you know that everything matters—that every move counts as much as any other—you will begin living a life of permanent purpose.”
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“I will not waste time on second thoughts. My life will not be an apology. It will be a statement.”
― The Traveler's Gift: Seven Decisions that Determine Personal Success
― The Traveler's Gift: Seven Decisions that Determine Personal Success
“Whatever you focus upon, increases......When you focus on the things you need, you'll find those needs increasing......A grateful perspective brings happiness and abundance into a person's life.”
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“It’s obvious you kids are smart-school and good teachers will do that for you-but wisdom is something altogether different. Wisdom can be gathered in your downtime. Wisdom that can change the very course of your life will come from the people you are around, the books you read, and the things you listen to or watch on radio or television.”
― The Noticer: Sometimes, All a Person Needs Is a Little Perspective
― The Noticer: Sometimes, All a Person Needs Is a Little Perspective
“We begin to forgive by choosing to forgive . . . by deciding, not by feeling. Our feelings don't lead us to forgive. Most times, our feelings lead us the other way. That's why a person has to decide to forgive first. Our feelings always follow along behind our decisions.”
― The Heart Mender: A Story of Second Chances
― The Heart Mender: A Story of Second Chances
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