Here we go, the 4th quarter of 2016.
What's the "score" as it relates to your life and the plans you had for your life in 2016?
If you have paid attention to just about any sport, you have witnessed how different teams approach the 4th quarter of a game. Some approach that last quarter of the game with determination while others approach it with surrender.
We've all likely seen teams that were defeated before the 1st quarter was even over. Even though there was plenty of time left in the game, the team had already "surrendered" and "given up" and, thus, were already defeated.
And, at the same time, we've all likely seen those teams that, even though they were behind by a seemingly insurmountable score, continue to fight all the way through to the end of the game. And, sometimes, even beyond the "regulation" time of the game, taking it into overtime and, at times, even pulling off an incredible win.
What's the difference? Well, although there are other factors, for the most part it is MINDSET.
What's YOUR mindset going into the 4th quarter of this year? Are you discouraged? Frustrated? Hopeful? Determined?
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Here's the thing, friend...there is still time to make progress in WHATEVER it is that you are trying to accomplish in and for your life. Don't ever forget that fact and don't ever give up! (Remember, "As long as there is breath, there is hope!")
But, also remember this...you don't HAVE to achieve all of your goals by the end of this quarter! Now, I understand that you want to finish what you set out to accomplish, but I just want you to realize that, even if you don't, you are NOT a failure! Hey, listen, when all is said and done, we're just talking about days on a calendar as opposed to life-long improvement and progression, right?
Right!
Bottom line, just don't give up. Don't surrender and keep fighting against what may seem like insurmountable odds to succeed where others have given up long ago.
Yeah, it's the 4th quarter but, friend, don't panic. If you're not where you want to be, perhaps you need to look at the "game plan" that you've been following for the first 3 quarters of this year and see what changes or "tweaks" that you may need to make and then move on BOLDLY into this 4th quarter.
But also remember, a lifetime is not made up of one year.
TODAY matters...do what you can do today (don't see yourself short), sleep easy tonight and then, if blessed with another day tomorrow, do it all over again.
Until next time, whatever you do, be sure to...
Here's the thing, friend...there is still time to make progress in WHATEVER it is that you are trying to accomplish in and for your life. Don't ever forget that fact and don't ever give up! (Remember, "As long as there is breath, there is hope!")
But, also remember this...you don't HAVE to achieve all of your goals by the end of this quarter! Now, I understand that you want to finish what you set out to accomplish, but I just want you to realize that, even if you don't, you are NOT a failure! Hey, listen, when all is said and done, we're just talking about days on a calendar as opposed to life-long improvement and progression, right?
Right!
Bottom line, just don't give up. Don't surrender and keep fighting against what may seem like insurmountable odds to succeed where others have given up long ago.
Yeah, it's the 4th quarter but, friend, don't panic. If you're not where you want to be, perhaps you need to look at the "game plan" that you've been following for the first 3 quarters of this year and see what changes or "tweaks" that you may need to make and then move on BOLDLY into this 4th quarter.
But also remember, a lifetime is not made up of one year.
TODAY matters...do what you can do today (don't see yourself short), sleep easy tonight and then, if blessed with another day tomorrow, do it all over again.
Until next time, whatever you do, be sure to...
"Make it an AWESOME day! (Who else is going to do it for you?)"
Mike
Mike
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