Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
I got so into writing this week’s “For The Weekenders” post, I completely forgot to schedule this one…! Sorry about that…but it’s here now – enjoy.
“When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece.” – John Ruskin
Pretty self-explanatory – do what comes easiest to you, what you love to do, and you’ll achieve nothing less than perfection. If you can come easily think of something that you would enjoy doing all day, everyday, for the rest of your life – hone and perfect that passion and you could very well turn it into a lucrative opportunity.
I remember when I used to fence – foil and épée were my two favorite forms…almost everyday I fenced, and more and more I considered making it a career. The more I considered it, the more I practiced, the better I became, and the better chance I had at it. Persistence makes practice – and practice makes perfect.
Stay awesome.
– Rego
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“Every block of…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it.” – Michelangelo
Everyone has huge potential inside of them – for more than just one thing. We all have many strengths, and many weaknesses. I say let your strengths flourish, as building your weaknesses may distract you from the massive potential you have hidden in other areas you’re already excelling at…which may be more than one – so don’t limit yourself to mastering just one skill – but be the best at everything.
Stay cool.
– Rego
“Well timed silence…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays….
“Well timed silence hath more eloquence than speech.” – Martin Farquhar Tupper
Pretty appropriate for this week. Sometimes, it’s better to keep quiet than say anything – with the right timing, it can work to your advantage. This can work in social situations such as arguments, stories, and deep discussions to add more impact. Often, it helps because you actually think about what to say, before you even say it.
Stay cool.
– Rego
“Fix your eyes…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“Fix your eyes on perfection and you make almost everything speed towards it.” – William Ellery Channing
Probably one of my favorite quotes. This is why I say environment is key when pushing towards your goals. Be careful what you take in both aurally and visually – ergo constantly surround yourself with things that are related to and push you towards your ideal lifestyle.
Stay classy 😉
– Rego
“The least movement…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“The least movement is of importance to all nature. The entire ocean is affected by a pebble.” – Blaise Pascal
Pretty much ties in with my most recent post, “Musings Episode 18: Appreciation“….everything, affects everything – so appreciate more and watch things change. Watch your thinking change. Watch yourself change. If we think like this, on a micro level – humans will begin to act a lot differently.
Stay thoughtful.
– Rego
“An essential aspect of…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“An essential aspect of creativity is not being afraid to fail” – Edwin Land
Sorry this one came in late! But it says all it needs to say…bottom line is, never be afraid. Try as hard as you can not to be….fear is immobility, and immobility is procrastination. If you really, really, want something, you have to go out there and get it – without hesitation. Hesitation stems from fear and uncertainty. While it may be beneficial at times, most often it’s just an illusion that has been taught to us as we progressed through life and grew out of childhood.
Really, when you think about it – the younger we are, the less likely to be fearful we are…think of all the what-you-would-now-consider-crazy things you’ve done in your youth – did you really ever regret them…? More than likely, they taught you something. They made you better at something…and they made you realize you could do more than you originally thought you would – merely by overriding fear, and pushing through.
Persistence pays.
– Rego
“Music is the…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“Music is the shorthand of emotion.” – Leo Tolstoy
For when sometimes words aren’t enough, or too much…the right song can say everything it needs to. The only international language – besides money and math – that can calm your thoughts and silence the noise of everyday life.
Like writing, what you put into it is what you get out of it. To all you musicians and artists out there – I just wanna say thanks, for expressing yourselves – thus letting me and everyone else express ourselves. Keep at it. You’re appreciated more than you think.
Happy Wednesday.
– Rego
“The difference between…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.” – Vince Lombardi
Like I always say, it doesn’t matter how slowly you go, as long as you don’t stop. From exercise to monetary success, it’s a daily thing. Keep that will power up, keep making that effort, and always strive for the concept of Kaizen – consistent, incremental improvement. Even when we’re born – we learn to walk with a full stride from taking baby steps.
Happy Wednesday.
– Rego
“A successful man…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.” – David Brinkley
No matter how much bull crap or negative stuff people throw your way, always push to flip it to your advantage.
I know sometimes in life we’re thrown curve balls, told we’re too old to do this, too young to do that, what’s the sense in doing this, no one’s ever been able to do that – but as long as you instead use those things that are said and flip them into fuel for pure motivation, like a stash of double NOS tanks under the passenger’s seat or in the back of your car, you can use that fuel like an extra boost, giving you that much more of a reason to prove all those nay-sayers wrong.
Nothing’s impossible. Stay motivated.
Happy Wednesday.
– Rego
“Always be yourself…
Musings: Quote Wednesdays…
“Always be yourself, express yourself, have faith in yourself, do not go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it.” – Bruce Lee
It’s not what other say you should be – it’s what you think you are. It’s not how others say you should act – it’s what you choose to express. It’s not what other say you can or can’t do – it’s what you yourself believe you can do…and it’s not who others say you should be. It’s who you want to be.
No matter what, although there are models and successful figures you may admire, it’s still about carving your own path, making your own distinct name, and writing your own version of history – by making it if you so choose.
Happy Wednesday.
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