We all know someone who had big dreams that unfortunately did not come to fruition. There is nothing wrong with dreaming, in fact, it’s good to dream. But dreaming without action doesn’t make a dream come true. Behind every award, published book, completed marathon, and CEO, is a lot of old-fashioned, hard work and positive mindset.
Writer, marketer, and entrepreneur Matthew Royse believes a positive mindset is paramount to success. He emphasizes this simple, yet critical factor in his article, “50 One-Sentence Life Lessons.” These succinct, yet impactful, lessons are powerful reminders amidst the chaos of life. (I recommend keeping a copy close by to re-read often.)
10 favorites from the 50 Royse lessons:
- You are responsible for your own happiness.
- Life isn’t as long as you think.
- What you do today reflects who you’ll become tomorrow.
- Befriend fear, don’t fight it.
- Your life is a reflection of your perspective.
- There will always be skeptics of what you do.
- The difference between success and failure is persistence.
- You can’t say “yes” to everyone.
- The biggest risk is not taking one.
- Failure is your greatest teacher.
The good news is it’s not too late to change the way you think. It takes motivation and practice. There are endless methods and tools to help you transform your thought process. Meditation, mindfulness, exercise, vitamin D, nutritious eating, and support from others (both formal and informal) are all touted by people who thrive. There are also specific programs that teach people to recognize negative thoughts, stop, and rethink from a new perspective.
Minds are malleable, and are made to be used and improved. It’s never too late to change your mindset, embrace your challenges, and shift your outlook on life.