There are many people, past and present, who have enriched their lives, as well as the lives of those around them, by adhering to certain principles and a way of life. Listening to what they have to say and learning from their experiences and wisdom is a way to a better future.
Nourishing the body is a very natural process and happens almost automatically. However, nourishing the mind is something that needs to be planned and worked on. There are various ways and means in which this can be achieved.
Ways to Achieve an Active Mind
- Learning – Undertaking a course of study. Be it for professional, personal development or social reasons, it can help to keep the mind active.
- Reading – There are a variety of books on various subjects that can enhance knowledge; and reading can be a very stimulating and uplifting experience.
- Seminars – Attending seminars and lectures on subjects of interest can also help to keep the mind focused on a specific path or project.
One way to enhance the subconscious mind is to focus on a specific path or ideal on a daily basis. This can be as simple as an ideal or trait that interests an individual or a much more profound way would be to concentrate on a saying or quote from a person who one admires and respects.
Some Quotes of Interest
Focusing on a particular quote each day can serve the purpose of providing greater insight and meaning to life.
- Day 1 – “The future depends on what we do in the present.” ~Mahatma Gandhi
- Day 2 – "The miracle is this - the more we share, the more we have." ~Leonard Nimoy, Actor
- Day 3 – "Progress always involves risks. You can't steal second base and keep your foot on first." ~Frederick Wilcox, Writer
- Day 4 – "Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try one more time." ~Thomas Edison 1847-1931, Inventor and Entrepreneur
- Day 5 – "Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you." ~Ella Wheeler Wilcox 1855-1919, Poet and Journalist
- Day 6 – "In every success story, you find someone who has made a courageous decision." ~Peter F. Drucker Management Consultant and Author
- Day 7 – "The best job goes to the person who can get it done without passing the buck or coming back with excuses." ~Napoleon Hill 1883-1970, Author of Think and Grow Rich
It does not have to be in the order given above and it does not even have to be these specific quotes. There are many wise saying and quotations that can be accessed on the internet. This can be done in quite defined ways.
Sayings by Chosen Individuals or on Specific Subjects
- People – If there is a person of great character that one admires and respects, then sayings by that particular person can be obtained.
- Subject – If the desire is to obtain a quote regarding a subject of interest, this can be easily done.
- An area of life – If a saying or quotation is required for a specific area of life, ie, career, relationship, etc., this too is possible.
However, it must be remembered that just thinking and contemplating on these pearls of wisdom alone cannot affect ones life and future in a very positive way. Action needs to follow the thinking and contemplation!
Pauline Mascarenhas - Born in Sri Lanka, moved to the UK and now lives in Western Australia. Mortgages and Finance are her area of expertise but loves travel, ...
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