“You can never plan the future by the past.”
Edmund Burke (1729-1797) ― Anglo-Irish politician/Philosopher
Read Story“You can never plan the future by the past.”
Edmund Burke (1729-1797) ― Anglo-Irish politician/Philosopher
I tend to analyze all of my actions to know where they took me. However, if I continue to do that, I will never get out of my comfort zone. I need to forget the...
“Focus on improving the decision-making process instead of the results.”
Brian McCann ― Baseball catcher
We often decide whether we made a good decision or not based on the results. However, we could have made the best decision possible given the information available, but still end up with an unfortunate...
“Although there is no progress without change, not all change is progress.”
John Wooden ― Basketball player
This reminds me that you must always strive to change for the better. I often see people change in negative ways and hope that the changes I make in my life, whether they are deliberate...
“If everyone is thinking alike, someone isn’t thinking.”
General George Patton (1885-1945) ― U.S. Army Commander, World War II
Present your own opinion no matter what. If someone cares enough to ask you for an opinion, the least you can do is provide honest input.
“Think of the solution, not the problem.”
Terry Goodkind ― Author
Another quote from a random book I have read, but this one has always stuck with me. I have used this more times than I can count and in any variety of situations. It helps...
“Small decisions can have a big impact.”
Personal reflection
I don’t think I have the wording right on this one, but the point is that people are always watching you so any little decision you make could impact their lives. This was particularly important...
“Go with your gut. Make a decision and move on!”
Father
No use in wasting time or energy deliberating for eternity. Make a decision and go with it. You can always readjust/recalibrate. He’s better at this than me, but I’m working on it.
“When making decisions, use the 10/10/10 approach. Ask yourself how you will feel about the decision after 10 minutes, 10 days and 10 months.”
Suzy Welch ― Author
Think about both the long-term and the short term when making decisions. This will help you consider different perspectives and keep you from just getting caught up in the near-term.
“More is lost by indecision than by wrong decision.”
Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 BC) ― Roman statesman/Philosopher. (Also quoted in the Sopranos ,TV series)
This is part of failing fast. Rather than being paralyzed by indecisiveness, you should focus on your best self and trust your decisions.
“Adapt, React, Readapt, Act.”
Steve Carrell (Michael Scott) ― The Office, TV series
Said by the funniest man I think the planet will ever see. Every action and choice are opportunities for a learning moment, and it’s necessary to appreciate how you’ve learned and adapted from all your...