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Chris 'Fantastic' Powell
Great leaders in life or business who want to be a success,must think clearly, make smart choices, and stay focused on their goals. Its takes practicle thinking to grow, lead, and succeed by using common sense and taking action.
Chris 'Fantastic' Powell
ENCOURAGEMENT
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Applause can feel like fuel, but it’s a dangerous thing to depend on encouragement is real and it’s powerful, but it can’t make your decisions, do your work, or steer your life when things start drifting off course.
Life Requires Daily Preparation
SPEAKER_00Life is waiting for you each day, and you have to prepare for each challenge along the way toward success. It's not simple, but it can be done. Welcome to my Common Sense Motivation Episodes. I'm Chris FantasticPow.
What Encouragement Really Does
SPEAKER_00Encouragement is the applause you receive when others see that you're heading in the right direction. It's the sound of people believing in you. It's the voice that keeps saying, Keep going, you can do this, or don't stop now. Encouragement is powerful because sometimes when you're tired, discouraged, or unsure, hearing someone believe in you can give you enough strength to take another step. But remember this encouragement cannot steer your life.
Discipline Sets Your Direction
SPEAKER_00Only you can do that. The people cheering for you are like spectators watching a race. They want to see you win. They may clap, shout, motivate you, and remind you of how far you've come. But they cannot run your race. They cannot make your decisions. They cannot wake up every morning and do the work for you. They cannot turn the steering wheel when your life starts moving in the wrong direction. That responsibility belongs to you. Encouragement can give you energy, but discipline must give you the direction. Encouragement can lift your spirit, but your actions must move your feet. Encouragement can remind you of what your potential is, but only you can turn that potential into results.
Win Without Needing Applause
SPEAKER_00Be thankful for the people who encourage you. Appreciate the people who want to see you succeed. Listen to the positive voices that remind you not to give up. But never become dependent on applause. There will be days when no one is watching. There will be days when no one is clapping. There will be moments when the road becomes quiet and the only voice you hear is your own. This is when you must encourage yourself. You must become your own coach, your own supporter, and your own reminder that the goal is still worth pursuing. Do not stop because the crowd became silent. Do not change direction because someone stopped cheering. Do not surrender your dream because others cannot see what you see. Your life is in your hands. Your goals are your responsibility. Your direction is your decision. Let encouragement inspire you, but let purpose lead you. Let people applaud your progress, but keep your hands firmly on your life steering wheel. And remember, the spectators may want to see you win, but you are the only one who must drive your life across the finish line.
Final Push And Where To Learn More
SPEAKER_00Make it happen. I'm Chris Fantastic Powell. Thank you for listening. For books, ebooks, or audiobooks, visit ChrisFantasticPowell.com or find them on Amazon.