Realizing our potential is probably one of the hardest
things to do in life. We become our own
biggest critics and while the world sees what we’re capable of, we can only see
our failures. I remember how many times
I’ve failed, but I can’t remember how many times I’ve succeeded, because in my
mind it wasn’t true success…it just wasn’t a big deal because it’s not the
ultimate success I’ve dreamed of.
Instead of seeing these little successes as stepping stones to my
ultimate success, I see them as just falling short of my dreams and goals in
life. I’m happy about it for a moment,
but in the end I find myself disappointed.
I guess it’s just human nature to always want to achieve more…I think
that’s what gives us the drive to achieve greatness, but it can also be what
destroys everything if we’re not careful.
Here are some of my favorite quotes on recognizing our
potential and achieving greatness.
“Our comfort zones can be our greatest enemy to our
potential.” ~David Cottrell
“It’s the final steps of a journey that create an arrival.” ~Sam Parker
“In this world there is always danger for those who are
afraid of it.” ~George Bernard Shaw
“Make it a bad moment, not a bad day.” ~Katherine Mylius
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is
also what it takes to sit down and listen.”
~Winston Churchill
“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we
recommend it daily.” ~Zig Ziglar
I hope everyone is having an awesome Sunday. Don’t forget to be brilliant!
