But being has to precede doing if you want to change your world.

Willa A. Foster commented, "Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives.

WHO YOU ARE IS WHO YOU ATTRACT—GROW ACCORDINGLY.

Contentment comes from having a positive attitude. It means: • Expecting the best in everything—not the worst • Remaining upbeat—even when you get beat up • Seeing solutions in every problem—not problems in every solution • Believing in yourself—even when others believe you've failed • Holding on to hope—even when others say it's hopeless

to put it as philosopher-poet Ralph Waldo Emerson did, "To be simple is to be great.

If you are willing to change your thinking, you can change your feelings.

People with a positive attitude focus their time and attention on solutions, not problems. Just about anybody can see problems.

As you reflect on your values, you should settle what you believe in three key areas: Ethical values - What does it mean to do the right thing for the right reason? Relational values - How do you build an environment of trust and respect with others? Success values - What goals are worth spending your life on?

Stopping to reflect is one of the most valuable activities people can do to grow.

Achievement comes from the habit of good thinking.

Knowledge alone is not power. Knowledge has value only in the hands of someone who has the ability to think well. People must learn how to think well to achieve their dreams and to reach their potential.

We don't get to pick our talents or IQ. But we do choose our character. In fact, we create it every time we make choices—to cop out or dig out of a hard situation, to bend the truth or stand under the weight of it, to take the easy money or pay the price.