Decision

Nothing is so exhausting as indecision, and nothing is so futile.
- Bertrand Russell, philosopher and Nobel Laureate

Wonder to ponder:

What decisions face me today?
Am I committed to making them?
If not, why not?

Gift of Appreciation‏

"In the midst of our holiday “madness,” we often forget that what most people want, more than anything else, is to be truly appreciated by us. The best gift we can give to the people in our lives is the gift of our true appreciation and love."

Mike Robbins, author and speaker

Things to reflect:

What gifts am I giving this season?

Who do I appreciate?

Do they know?

Zeal

"Experience shows that success is due less to ability than to zeal. The winner is he who gives himself to his work body and soul."

- Charles Buxton, author

Things to reflect:

Who do I know that best typifies this quotation?

How much of myself do I give to my work?

Power of action

"Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence. Inaction is not only the result, but the cause, of fear. Perhaps the action you take will be successful; perhaps
different action or adjustments will have to follow. But any action is better than no action at all."

- Norman Vincent Peale

Things to reflect:

What actions have bolstered my confidence lately?

What actions am I avoiding or delaying?

Take action today.

Cross off one more item on your to-do list.

And do one thing that you have been procrastinating about.

Giving

"You must give some time to your fellow men. Even if it's a little thing, do something for others - something for which you get no pay but the privilege of doing it."
- Albert Schweitzer, Nobel Peace Prize winner

Things to reflect:

How much do I give?
What do I give?
Why do I give?

Give more of yourself today.
Give graciously and gratefully.

Chinese Saying

自负是进步的敌人。
自大是成功的流沙。

Overconfidence is the enemy of progress.
Arrogance is the quicksand to success

Chinese Saying

祸生于得意，一谦得回益。

Unfortunate arises from arrogance / self-contentment
Beneficial to remain humble