It is not inherently difficult to be positive, though you can make it so difficult that it is impossible for you. It is entirely realistic to have faith in the future, though you can certainly convince yourself that such faith is completely misguided.
When you do choose to live with positive faith, you're able to journey through life in the light rather than in darkness. You give the forward-looking power of faith to your thoughts and actions.
Instead of being dismayed by the setbacks, you can be energized by them. Instead of having the desire to give up, you'll have the determination to give more.
Your faith in the future enables you to be your best in the present. It is by envisioning the positive possibilities that you begin to make them real.
Even when the whole world seems to be falling down around you, have faith. Hold steadfastly to what is good and right, and create your future with authentic goodness in your heart.
Live with faith, and engage the power of your own best possibilities. Live with faith, and keep yourself connected to the affirmative side of life.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Monday, December 31, 2012
Saturday, December 29, 2012
No limitations
You are not limited by what you have been or what you have done. You are empowered by what you choose to do and who you choose to be.
You cannot be held back by what you know or don't know. You are propelled forward by what you decide to learn and by making meaningful use of your knowledge.
You never have to be stuck where you are. There is always a way to get yourself moving toward where you wish to be.
There is nothing to be gained by blaming your misfortune on anyone or anything. Instead, accept where you are and embrace it as an opportunity to move on ahead.
Whatever pushes against you, also gives you a steady platform upon which to build. Whatever seems to be a limitation, is a limitation only as long as it seems to be.
Choose your direction and go. Refuse to allow anything to stand between you and the authentic fulfillment you seek.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
You cannot be held back by what you know or don't know. You are propelled forward by what you decide to learn and by making meaningful use of your knowledge.
You never have to be stuck where you are. There is always a way to get yourself moving toward where you wish to be.
There is nothing to be gained by blaming your misfortune on anyone or anything. Instead, accept where you are and embrace it as an opportunity to move on ahead.
Whatever pushes against you, also gives you a steady platform upon which to build. Whatever seems to be a limitation, is a limitation only as long as it seems to be.
Choose your direction and go. Refuse to allow anything to stand between you and the authentic fulfillment you seek.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Friday, December 28, 2012
Bring the goodness to life
As the task grows more challenging, you can become more effective. As the situation gets more difficult, you can become more inspired.
Even if the outlook is negative, you can choose to realistically be more positive. Where there was once despair, you can bring new value.
From confusion and chaos, you can find and bring out order and meaning. When the situation is going downhill, you can elevate it to a new, more positive track.
Find inspiration in the challenges. Find positive possibilities in the difficulties.
Let go of the fantasy that life always has to be easy to be good. Embrace the reality that you can make a significant positive difference, and that you can find great fulfillment in doing so.
Resolve to bring the goodness to life. And every situation will give you the opportunity to do so.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Even if the outlook is negative, you can choose to realistically be more positive. Where there was once despair, you can bring new value.
From confusion and chaos, you can find and bring out order and meaning. When the situation is going downhill, you can elevate it to a new, more positive track.
Find inspiration in the challenges. Find positive possibilities in the difficulties.
Let go of the fantasy that life always has to be easy to be good. Embrace the reality that you can make a significant positive difference, and that you can find great fulfillment in doing so.
Resolve to bring the goodness to life. And every situation will give you the opportunity to do so.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Make yourself
Make yourself make your life better. You know what you must do, so go ahead and get yourself to do it.
You have power over your own thoughts and actions. Use that power to make a rich and fulfilling life for yourself.
Instead of making excuses, make yourself busy creating real value. You can choose to do it, and now is the time you have.
No matter what problems or distractions may come, you can make yourself move in whatever direction you choose. Choose to make yourself move steadily and persistently toward your highest goals, visions and dreams.
The quality of your life is determined by what you make yourself do. Now is when you can make the very most of that opportunity.
Make yourself into the person who is joyfully and successfully living your most treasured dreams. In every moment, choose to make yourself the best you can be.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
You have power over your own thoughts and actions. Use that power to make a rich and fulfilling life for yourself.
Instead of making excuses, make yourself busy creating real value. You can choose to do it, and now is the time you have.
No matter what problems or distractions may come, you can make yourself move in whatever direction you choose. Choose to make yourself move steadily and persistently toward your highest goals, visions and dreams.
The quality of your life is determined by what you make yourself do. Now is when you can make the very most of that opportunity.
Make yourself into the person who is joyfully and successfully living your most treasured dreams. In every moment, choose to make yourself the best you can be.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
All is well today
All is well today, and life is good. You are here, in this moment, able to do so much that's worthwhile and fulfilling.
Your life has real purpose, and when you let go of the superficial concerns, you can feel and know and follow that purpose. Life is beautiful, and by taking the time to look closely, you can see the beauty everywhere.
All is well, and has been, and will be. The genuine goodness within you refuses to be compromised by any of the world's ups and downs.
You are you, and life is yours in this moment to experience. Let go of the need to need, and embrace the continuing flow of abundance.
Go ahead, step forward, and live with total, solid confidence. Let every thought and action be filled with positive purpose and the knowledge that ultimately, you cannot fail.
Live the deep, abiding goodness that is your life. All is well, you are here, and now is your moment to give new, magnificent meaning to it all.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Your life has real purpose, and when you let go of the superficial concerns, you can feel and know and follow that purpose. Life is beautiful, and by taking the time to look closely, you can see the beauty everywhere.
All is well, and has been, and will be. The genuine goodness within you refuses to be compromised by any of the world's ups and downs.
You are you, and life is yours in this moment to experience. Let go of the need to need, and embrace the continuing flow of abundance.
Go ahead, step forward, and live with total, solid confidence. Let every thought and action be filled with positive purpose and the knowledge that ultimately, you cannot fail.
Live the deep, abiding goodness that is your life. All is well, you are here, and now is your moment to give new, magnificent meaning to it all.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Give peace
On this Christmas day of giving, give peace. Let yourself be filled with peace, and let that peace flow out from you to brighten your whole world.
There is no good reason for conflict, within you or outside of you. Replace thoughts of lack and limitation with thoughts of abundance and love, and the conflicts quickly dissolve.
Peace is yours to choose, and yours to share. Feel how truly fortunate you are to experience this life and this moment, and be fully at peace with it all.
Peace cannot be forced or compelled. And yet it can easily and powerfully be accepted and shared.
Today, and every day, live peace and give peace. Fulfillment comes not from taking and striving, but from loving and enriching.
Give peace, and give value that has no end. Live in peace, and live at your very best.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
There is no good reason for conflict, within you or outside of you. Replace thoughts of lack and limitation with thoughts of abundance and love, and the conflicts quickly dissolve.
Peace is yours to choose, and yours to share. Feel how truly fortunate you are to experience this life and this moment, and be fully at peace with it all.
Peace cannot be forced or compelled. And yet it can easily and powerfully be accepted and shared.
Today, and every day, live peace and give peace. Fulfillment comes not from taking and striving, but from loving and enriching.
Give peace, and give value that has no end. Live in peace, and live at your very best.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Monday, December 24, 2012
Enjoy this moment
Let yourself enjoy this beautiful moment. Let yourself enjoy this rich and abundant life.
Let go of any thoughts or feelings of worry, inadequacy, fear or anger. Let yourself be your own most compelling advocate for truly enjoying the place where you are.
Feel the depth of the miracle that is your existence. Experience the profound peace that lives at your center.
Give life more joy by allowing more joy to flow out from you. Choose to simply and powerfully enjoy.
Enjoy what is, as it comes. Then gently let it go and enjoy what comes next.
Enjoy this beautiful moment, and make it much more beautiful with your authentic joy. Enjoy, be at peace, and bring all of life more fully to life.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
Let go of any thoughts or feelings of worry, inadequacy, fear or anger. Let yourself be your own most compelling advocate for truly enjoying the place where you are.
Feel the depth of the miracle that is your existence. Experience the profound peace that lives at your center.
Give life more joy by allowing more joy to flow out from you. Choose to simply and powerfully enjoy.
Enjoy what is, as it comes. Then gently let it go and enjoy what comes next.
Enjoy this beautiful moment, and make it much more beautiful with your authentic joy. Enjoy, be at peace, and bring all of life more fully to life.
-- Ralph Marston
Copyright (c) 2012 Ralph S. Marston, Jr. From The Daily Motivator at http://greatday.com where you will find an archive of more than 4,500 positive messages plus books, CDs, motivational videos and more. Permission is given to post online only if this entire notice is included.
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