Tagged: goals

Library Lusting.

Great libraries generally ignite an interest in reading. As a side effect, they should also compel one to relax and unwind. A great theme of home libraries is just that; a marriage of those two concepts, visually appealing, and structurally useful. This week's selection has a sublime mix of simplicity and sophistication with its industrial elements and expansive windows. Its crafty little details just scream comfort, and the ladder? C'mon. That's just awesome. This is most certainly a book lover's room. Let the daydreams commence.

Success Lives in Every Single One of Us.

The Academy Awards came on recently, and though I tend to avoid awards shows these days, it was interesting to see the various actors and actresses put on their masks and play the role of glittering ‘stars’ for the world to admire and emulate and dissect.  The globe is indeed obsessed with the concept of celebrity, and people will do seemingly anything to get a piece of their favorites.  Their every move is followed, scrutinized, critiqued, and discussed, and as a result, they develop a god-like persona that keeps them posted up and unattainable atop a sky high pedestal.  At any rate, I don’t buy into the celebrity hocus pocus, don’t glorify them ad infinitum, and don’t succumb to the idolatrous hero worship, but watching the Oscars does remind me that dreams and goals are attainable.

Above all, those actors honored with nominations and those that won silverware were people that sought to become what they wanted to be.  That much is true.  Underneath it all, and before they were ‘stars’, they were just regular folk armed with a dream and some balls…balls enough to take a solid crack at an elusive goal.  Whether they became actors, animators, writers, directors, sound editors, or some random and nameless dude behind the scenes, they made it to the Everest of award shows and were recognized for their achievements by the highest organization in their field.  They started out just like the rest of us (albeit with a bit more luck in many cases no doubt), and made it to the top.  It’s a frank reminder that not only do dreams exist, but they can be had and are there for the taking for those courageous enough to set out and go get them.

Success is a beautiful thing.  It’s wonderful witnessing the manifestation of a goal, of a work recognized, and the satisfaction of a job well done.  How many of us get to not only see the end product of our work, but to do it in style, in front of our peers and a few hundred million admirers?  They are artists at the pinnacle of their craft, artists that have displayed their true A-game; in my opinion, it’s a great reminder that if you want something, no matter how big or unrealistic it seems, you can have it if you’re willing to go the distance.  If you’re willing to work for it, sweat for it, and keep on going when it seems like all is lost and that your destination is an impossibility.  Those folks that graced the stage started just where the rest of us are now, but they made it to the top.  Luck, fate, determination, courage, grit, and all the rest came into play, but they made it.  That says something.

Quotes from the Vault – Push.

We've all got that little bit of extra push left in us after we think that we've spent our last drop of energy. We owe it to ourselves to dig deep and grind on when the going gets rough. We owe it to ourselves, and we owe it to our dreams. Don't let them down! They want to materialize just as much as we want them to. Let's give them the room to do so. Keep pushing even when you feel like you can't move another inch forward.

Quotes – Visualization.

When you have a goal, visualize it…create that mental picture and see yourself fulfilling that purpose.  What will it feel like?  What will it sound like?  Construct that image in your head to breathe life into whatever dreams you have in store.  Best of luck! 

Quotes – Meaning.

Have you ever questioned your purpose?  I know I have.  I’m guessing that we’ve all had those moments at some point on our respective journeys.  But you know what?  Our purpose is to be here…to live, and each day that we’re gifted is another opportunity to live fully.  Let’s enjoy the journey and appreciate the adventure, and remember that each day has its own meaning.  It’s all a blessing.  

Poems from the Vault – Resolve.

Naysayers will naysay; it’s just what they do.  Some are born into that role it seems, and will stifle you at every turn in an attempt to rob you of your sunshine.  We won’t let that happen, will we?  Self belief is a powerful thing; strong enough to block the advance of the naysayers and stop them dead in their tracks.  Got a goal?  Go for it.  Don’t let the thoughts of others get in your way. Best of luck, and thanks for reading.




Quotes – Keep the Dreams Alive.

We all (by now) know just how much importance I place on dreams and goals.  They’re the fuel that keeps the fire burning.  They keep the wheels spinning.  We all have a destination that we’re trucking toward…dream big and work hard…when you give up on those dreams, a piece of you dies.  Sometimes those aspirations need a little CPR and TLC…so breath some life into them and keep on moving.  Best of luck.