bare1:
Good morning pals. It's so nice to come on here to see inspiring quotes from youths like me. It feels good to know that there's an increase in the number of people who see need for self-development. However I do hope that alongside the words, you are all really taking action to find that change which you desire. It's one thing to read books and quote writers, but it's another thing to get up and take actions that would really change our hearts and minds, all to our benefit and those around us.

I've been trying to get a section on NL for personal development but with no luck, and so I cannot stop at that as I do have so many people to reach out to, hence the reason for the 'empowered for freedom' movement.
We should be playing on a bigger field to really find that change we so desire and even though I've come a long way, I still have an even longer way to go.

As a result of this I have to limit my time on NL to focus on helping people who do so desire the same things as I do. If anything I've learnt is that our priorities determine the rate of success in life, and to grow is my top priority.
Our Facebook group 'empowered for freedom' is open to all and I urge those who really seek to take action to change themselves to join the group where together we can have a greater impact.

Have a blessed day!

dearpreye:
Good morning all.

I read an article on procrastination yesterday. And after doing so, I got some moments mediating on it. Actually the author did a great job. Procrastination is a killer of dreams, fulfilment and happiness. No one ever gets happy knowing they've not done what they should have done. It often leads to disappointment, fear and depression. If we don't have the habit of DO IT NOW, we certainly won't achieve much in life.

And I was able to conclude that people hardly postpone irrelevant things; they only postpone relevant things that need their action and attention. And our success depends on doing those relevant things we procrastinate. That's the absurdity.

bare1:



Absolutely Sir...it can be difficult to achieve, but that's the essence of always associating with people who would influence and motivate you to do the things you need to do. It's almost so natural that the more you mingle with people who aren't concerned about how they live and would rather just live by default, the farther you are from embarking on your journey to change because whenever you take a step forward, you're actually taking two steps back. Personal development is a lifestyle and so you have to live it everyday to actually achieve it.

igbakigba2t15:
Dear Nairalanders, A friend of mine aged over 60 years. AN ACCOUNTANT by profession has gotten a three month visa to USA and would want me to advise him on what he could do over there to keep busy including any legitimate skill/s acquisition and possibly earn some part-time income over there. And suggest any possible contacts that could be of use to him while over there and when he eventually returns back home.

igbakigba2t15:
Dear Nairalanders, A friend of mine aged over 60 years. AN ACCOUNTANT by profession has gotten a three month visa to USA and would want me to advise him on what he could do over there to keep busy including any legitimate skill/s acquisition and possibly earn some part-time income over there. And suggest any possible contacts that could be of use to him while over there and when he eventually returns back home.

fearlesschicken:
Is this some sort of religious thread what of those who aint christians?

dearpreye:


My bros, that's the truth. We must only align with people who are so enthusiastic and committed about their own personal development. And we can move along with these guys even online, like talking with you , mentorandfriend, freeage7, joywendy, and all others who so committed to making themselves better and more useful to society. Only people who are committed to personal development and growth can ever be useful to society.

I'm learning so much and so fast, and that phrase of yours, LIVING BY DEFAULT, so touched my soul and further encouraged me to continue to develop myself.

I just can't live by default. I desire to be purposeful and sensible in my living.

dearpreye:
Mizzzbeee, chapter 3 of Jim Rohn's PUZZLE, is centred on ATTITUDE. It's being a great chapter. The book has just 5 chapters.

Our lives are greatly affected by what we know since what we know determines the decisions that we will make.
Just as we are affected by what we know, we are also affected by how we feel.
While our philosophy deals essentially with the logical side of life- information and thinking habits- attitude focuses primarily on the emotional issues that affect our existence. What we know determines our philosophy. How we feel about what we know determines our attitude.
It is our emotional nature that governs most of our daily conduct in our personal and business worlds. It's the emotional aspect of our experiences that determines our behaviour. How we each feel about life's events is a powerful force that can either freeze us on our tracks or inspire us to take immediate action on any given day.

Mizzzbeee:
Thanks alot am downloading the ebook already tho I'd av to read it next month

dearpreye:


Another very good read.

dearpreye:


Another very good read.

Mizzzbeee:
also what is the full title pls

Mizzzbeee:
you should check out "Finishing Strong" by Steve Farrar

dearpreye:


That wasn't the intent for which this thread was created. It's not a religious place by any stretch. It's meant to be a place where we can get motivated and energised enough to pursue our dreams and plans for our lives.

Please, don't fail to share any meaningful quote or life experiences. It's a place for all who are committed to being better persons.

fearlesschicken:


Okay! Don't mind me!

I need help with myself, I hate myself and I want 2 learn 2 luv myself the way I m but I find it extremely difficult to. I find it difficult to point out my good sides. Infant I find it difficult accepting someone's gud/bad comment bout how I look and all that sh!t! Also What do u do when what interests u b4 no longer does?

This goes to everyone on the thread. Thnks in Advance

bare1:


Change your identity. Don't be too hard on yourself, but learn to focus on positivity. Lastly, try see the good in yourself and in others. Happy Sunday!

fearlesschicken:


Thnks
Change my identity? Hw do I do dat?

bare1:


You know we are mostly what we think of ourselves. In your case, you think of yourself in regards to your bad sides and focus more on your difficulties. You need a belief system, you need to believe in something and most of all you need to believe in yourself. Once you can change the way you identify yourself, you're well on your way to greater things.

justfree1:
A person going down the wrong path does not need motivation, he or she needs education. Education is the first step towards financial and time freedom. If you motivate an idiot, you would only have a motivated idiot.
-Jim Rohn

Stephanie75:
Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.
Jim Rohn


Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers.
Alfred Lord Tennyson


It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see.
Henry David Thoreau


If you're trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I've had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
Michael Jordan


When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps.