Tag Archives: @DavidRoads

Worry is a down payment on a problem you may never have

Posted on 2 November 2011 by philosiblog

Worry is a down payment on a problem you may never have. – Unknown What does that mean? To me, this says that we should quit worrying. The quote goes on to point out that the problem you are worrying about … Continue reading →

Posted in calm, focus, imagination, obstacles, self improvement, worry | Tagged , , , , | 7 Comments

Be a good listener. Your ears will never get you in trouble.

Posted on 29 September 2011 by philosiblog

Be a good listener. Your ears will never get you in trouble. – Frank Tyger What does that mean? This one has been said many times by many people. Two ears, one mouth; use in proper proportions. I’m fairly certain … Continue reading →

Posted in discipline, habits, listening, repetition, self improvement, work | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Be a good listener. Your ears will never get you in trouble.

Follow your hopes and not your fears.

Posted on 19 July 2011 by philosiblog

Follow your hopes and not your fears. – Unknown Also similarly stated by Pope John XXIII as “Consult not your fears but your hopes and your dreams.” This is part of a larger quote: “Consult not your fears but your … Continue reading →

Posted in hope | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Follow your hopes and not your fears.

Victory is always possible for the person who refuses to stop fighting.

Posted on 18 July 2011 by philosiblog

Victory is always possible for the person who refuses to stop fighting. – Napoleon Hill What does that mean? It means as long as you are still trying, there is a possibility that you will win. What ‘victory’ means, of course, … Continue reading →

Posted in effort, flexibility | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Victory is always possible for the person who refuses to stop fighting.

Remember, fear doesn’t exist…

Posted on 13 June 2011 by philosiblog

You can conquer almost any fear if you will only make up your mind to do so. For remember, fear doesn’t exist anywhere except in the mind. – Dale Carnegie Shortened for Twitter to : “For remember, fear doesn’t exist … Continue reading →

Posted in fear | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

Problems grab us where we are weak…

Posted on 23 May 2011 by philosiblog

Problems grab us where we are weak. They’re a call to get strong & master that area of our life. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? To me, it reminds me that no matter what we have … Continue reading →

Posted in strength | Tagged , | Comments Off on Problems grab us where we are weak…

A mere friend will agree with you, but a real friend will argue.

Posted on 16 April 2011 by philosiblog

A mere friend will agree with you, but a real friend will argue. – Russian Proverb What does that mean? As an aside, this is also listed as an Assyrian Proverb. It means just what it says, that a mere … Continue reading →

Posted in conscience, duty, friendship, integrity, judgement, loyalty | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Million dollar ideas are a dime a dozen. The determination to see the idea through is what’s priceless.

Posted on 14 April 2011 by philosiblog

Million dollar ideas are a dime a dozen. The determination to see the idea through is what’s priceless. – Robert Dieffenbach What does that mean? To me, this says that there are lots of great ideas out there.  And not … Continue reading →

Posted in accomplishment, failure, perseverance, personal growth, plan, success | Tagged , | 4 Comments