Inspirations - Fri., Feb. 1, 2013

The one resolution, which was in my mind long before it took the form of a resolution, is the key-note of my life. It is this, always to regard as mere impertinences of fate the handicaps which were placed upon my life almost at the beginning. I resolved that they should not crush or dwarf my soul, but rather be made to blossom, like Aaron's rod, with flowers.

-- Helen Keller (1880-1968) American Writer

Inspirations - Thur., Jan. 31, 2013

When someone tells you that you can't do something, perhaps you should consider that they are only telling you what they can't do.

--- Sheldon Cahoon

Inspirations - Wed., Jan. 30, 2013

Failure is the opportunity to begin again more intelligently.

-- Henry Ford (1863-1947) American Industrialist

Inspirations - Tue., Jan. 29, 2013

I have learned over the years that when one's mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.

--- Rosa Parks - 1913-2005, Civil Rights Activist

Inspirations - Mon., Jan. 28, 2013

Anytime you blame others and complain about your situation, you are choosing to be a victim. By playing the victim role you are putting yourself in an ineffective and weak position. It is virtually impossible to allow incredible miracles to enter your life when you choose to remain in this negative mental state.

--- Sonia Ricotti, Author and Speaker

Inspirations - Fri., Jan. 25, 2013

You can't have a better tomorrow if you're thinking about yesterday.

- Charles Kettering

Inspirations - Thur., Jan. 24, 2013

We would be happier with what we have if we weren't so unhappy about what we don't have.

--- Alex van Quartermain

Inspirations - Wed., Jan. 23, 2013

Being happy doesn't mean everything is perfect. It means you have decided to look beyond the imperfections.

Gerard Way, Musician

Inspirations - Tue., Jan. 22, 2013

Be present - it is the only moment that matters.

--- Dan Millman - Author of Way Of The Peaceful Warrior

Inspirations - Mon., Jan. 21, 2013

Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle. And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom. A man can't ride you unless your back is bent.

--- Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Inspirations - Fri., Jan. 18, 2013

No people were ever honored for what they received. Honor has been the reward for what they gave.

Calvin Coolidge - 1872-1933, 30th President of the United States

Inspirations - Thur., Jan. 17, 2013

The "Sunshine" you see is the mirror you are looking into!

--- Henry Ford - Author, Speaker, Consultant at www.successisyou.org

Inspirations - Wed., Jan 16, 2013

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.

John F. Kennedy
1917-1963, 35th President of the United States

Inspirations - Tue., Jan. 15, 2013

Nobody gets to live life backward. Look ahead, that is where your future lies.

Esther Lederer - (Better known as Ann Landers)
1918-2002, Advice Columnist

Inspirations - Mon., Jan. 14, 2013

With one kind gesture you can change a life. One person at a time you can change the world.

Steve Maraboli
Author, Speaker and Radio Show Host

Inspirations - Fri., Jan. 11, 2013

It is not work that kills men, it is worry. Work is healthy; you can hardly put more on a man than he can bear. But worry is rust upon the blade. It is not movement that destroys the machinery, but friction.

Henry Ward Beecher - 1813-1887, Clergyman and Abolitionist

Inspirations - Thur., Jan. 10, 2013

In this world everything changes except good deeds and bad deeds; these follow you as the shadow follows the body.

Ruth Benedict
1887-1948, Anthropologist

Inspirations - Wed., Jan. 9, 2013

If someone breaks your heart, have a backup plan called SPIRIT & FAITH!  People can break hearts temporarily, but SPIRIT & FAITH are the permanent rocks that rest on God's solid foundation.

--- Henry Ford, Author-Speaker-Consultant

Inspirations - Tue., Jan. 8, 2013

I will make love my greatest weapon and none on who I call can defend against its force....My love will melt all hearts liken to the sun whose rays soften the coldest day.   

-- Og Mandino

Inspirations - Mon. Jan 7, 2013

The mediocre teacher tells.  The good teacher explains.  The superior teacher demonstrates.  The great teacher inspires.

-- William Arthur Ward

Inspirations - Fri., Jan. 4, 2013

Students gain lasting self-confidence not by being protected from failure but by learning they can survive it.

-- Tony Wagner, teacher and author

Inspirations - Thur., Jan. 3, 2013

The abundant life does not come to those who have had a lot of obstacles removed from their path by others.  It develops from within and is rooted in strong mental and moral fiber.

-- William Mather Lewis

Inspirations - Wed., Jan. 2, 2013

I believe with all my heart that civilization has produced nothing finer than a man or woman who thinks and practices true tolerance.

-- Frank Knox