“What a man thinks of himself, that it is which determines, or rather indicates his fate.” ~Henry David Thoreau. If you haven’t figured it out yet, this month of quotes has been focused on self-confidence. Have you noticed how many of these quotes have to do with self-talk? There is no greater way to improve…
Category: Confidence
Limitations
“We all have our limitations, but when we listen to our critics, we also have theirs.” ~Robert Brault Now that right there is genius, Mr. Brault. Philippians 1:6, “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue this work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ…
Possession of Mind
“The man who acquires the ability to take full possession of his own mind may take possession of anything else to which he is justly entitled.” ~Andrew Carnegie The first step in taking possession of your own mind is deciding what you are going to allow in and the second step is determining what you…
Astounding
“If we all did the things we are capable of doing we would literally astound ourselves.” ~Thomas Edison Nuff said. Philippians 4:13, “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.” (NLT) P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com
Hang with Confidence Givers
“Anyone whoever gave you confidence, you owe them a lot.” ~Truman Capote I am blessed to work with all types of “dreamers” these days. Whether it be through strategic planning sessions, life coaching, teaching business management classes, sitting on advisory boards or mentoring. In all of these various activities I am surrounded by people who want to do something more…
Ignoring the Odds
“Nothing reduces the odds against you like ignoring them.” ~Robert Brault My first dream I ever had for my life was to become a professional basketball player. The “odds” for this happening were not very good. When I wrote this dream on a piece of paper I was skinny, weak, slow and pigeon toed. I…
Value and Thoughts
“Your value is the product of your thoughts. Do not miscalculate your self-worth by multiplying your insecurities.” ~Dodinsky Nuff said. “So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you…
Critics
“Don’t be distracted by criticism. Remember—the only taste of success some people have is when they take a bite out of you.” ~Zig Ziglar True success takes place when we achieve it while building others up along the way. Colossians 3:23, “Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord…
Outposts
“It’s hard to fight an enemy who has outposts in your head.” ~Sally Kempton What outposts are in your head? What thoughts are you constantly battling? What thoughts are wearing you out? Are you turning them over to God? Are you taking them back? Stop if you are. Read, meditate and pray over the scripture…
Humility + Confidence = Success
“Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy.” ~Norman Vincent Peale Having humble and reasonable confidence in myself is best accomplished by putting everything I have and everything I desire in God’s hands. Jeremiah 17:7-8, “But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord…
Jay Meyer
I started this blog in 2008 because of my passion for helping others take their lives to the next level. My hope is that, through sharing my life experiences as a business leader, husband, father, and recovering drug addict, I will positively impact your life.