Josh Hinds Motivation and Inspiration Journal

Make a point to introduce a little laughter into your day. Much like taking a vitamin, it’ll do wonders for promoting more joy and happiness in your life.

Instead of just waiting to laugh, be proactive about it — partake in things that will actually cause you to smile more, or even burst out in laughter. A few ideas might include: watch or listen to a comedy. Think back on a humorous event that makes you smile.

The point is, take a moment to just experience a bit of laughter. It has the power to literally change your current state or outlook.

Don’t believe me? The next time you’re feeling down, see for yourself how impossible it is to stay in a sad state when you’re experiencing something that truly takes your mind off what’s bothering you and makes you laugh. It might not be a permanent fix, but often all you need is relief in the current moment.

And that’s worth considering isn’t it?

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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To achieve more, be a person of action. Throughout your day keep in mind the old saying, “all else fails without action”. As you put forth effort on the things you deem to be most worthwhile, you will find that your inner belief system grows.

The beliefs you hold about yourself determine the goals you are able to manifest in your life. Dream big, for when you do, truly you will see that your life becomes one filled with rich life experiences.

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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Here’s a positive affirmation you can repeat when you find yourself in need of a bit of inspiration…

“I have inside me the ability to acquire whatever skills are necessary to achieve the goals I set for myself. Through ongoing effort I am bringing into my reality the people and skills needed to achieve my own definition of success — for the good of all concerned.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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Here’s a positive affirmation you can repeat to yourself when you need a quick burst of inspiration…

“I take my personal and professional development serious. Through an ongoing commitment to learning I am acquiring the necessary skills to create the life I want.

With the many sources of knowledge available from me to learn from, whether books, audio programs, mentors, and the many others, there is no excuse for my not being able to acquire whatever skill set I need in order to achieve my own definition of success.

That said, no amount of knowledge alone will be enough. Applied knowledge is what will turn my dreams into reality. Like a flame to kindling, action is must be added to what we learn in order to reap it’s full rewards.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG!
Josh Hinds

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Here’s a positive affirmation you can use to move you in the direction of your goals and dreams…

“The language I use, and allow others to use when they refer to me matters. Words have power, they can build folks up, or break people down. While it’s true that I can’t always control what others say about me, I can control what I accept to be true — and in turn give power to. I can make the choice to tune out what others say when it doesn’t help to move me in a positive direction.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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Here’s a positive thought you might consider (or even repeat to yourself) when you need a bit inspiration…

“I am vigilant when it comes to working on the goals I have for myself. I keep in mind the old saying, “out of sight, out of mind.” I write down and schedule times when I will work on the things I’ve identified as worthwhile to pursue.

Each of us has 24 hours in a day, if one person is capable of using that number of hours to pursue their goals, then I too can find the time to do so as well. I resist the natural human urge to accept excuses which attempt to convince me of all the reasons I’m too busy.

The simple truth is, I may very well be busy, life may be moving 90 to nothing, but the fact remains that if I want to reach my intended destination then I am going to have to work within the allotted time each day. I’m going to have to adjust and do the things necessary to give ample time towards achieving the success I desire.

I am as capable as anyone when it comes to manifesting my dreams. Through persistence, action, and holding on to the vision of what “success” means to me I am moving confidently in the direction of all the rewards life has in store for me.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

* Josh is the author of Why Perfect Timing is a Myth: Tips for Staying Inspired and Motivated Day in and Day out! Grab your copy at http://www.getmotivation.com/booklet/

Here’s a positive affirmation you can use when you find yourself needing a bit of inspiration…

“Through ongoing commitment to my own personal and professional development I am becoming the type of person other seek out and wish to do business with.

At the end of each day I reflect on my progress to make sure I did the little things — those items which when performed show that I go above and beyond simply what’s expected.

Anyone can do what’s expected, but those who are serious about getting ahead look for opportunities to serve others at a greater level. Doing the latter are the things that make me stand out favorably among others in the marketplace. Every day I am moving closer towards the goals I have set.

I am as worthy as anyone of achieving success. With each step forward I am moving confidently in the directions of my dreams and attracting those into my life who can help me get there.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

* Josh is the author of Why Perfect Timing is a Myth: Tips for Staying Inspired and Motivated Day in and Day out! Grab your copy at http://www.getmotivation.com/booklet/

Because of the very fact that you’re reading this right now I have a strong suspicion that you believe wholeheartedly in the importance of goal setting and planning for the future. For which I congratulate you! Sadly not everyone does.

That said, do you give equal time to reflect on just how far you have come? Do you celebrate the successes and life achievements you have had? You should for a host of reasons, not the least of which is that in doing so you’ll find it to be a wonderful source of fuel and strength. A powerful source of validation that can move you more swiftly along the path of your current plan.

Making sure we keep our motivational batteries charged is essential. Tapping into your past achievements is an easy and extremely effective way to recharge your personal belief system, which in turn provides you with what’s needed to charge full steam ahead in the lofty pursuit of your dreams.

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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Here’s a positive affirmation you can use to help move you through your day.

“Every day I look for opportunities to encourage and build up others. When I help other people to perform to the best of their abilities that is exactly more of what I attract into my own life.

I look for the positive attributes in others whenever possible and pass along praise for a job well done when it is deserved. In doing so I am developing the habit of good leadership.

I keep clearly in mind the saying, you can’t lift up and encourage someone else without building up yourself in the process.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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Consider the following quote if you would. I think the message it holds is well worth giving some serious thought to…

“No one ever attains very eminent success by simply doing what is required of him; it is the amount and excellence of what is over and above the required that determines the greatness of ultimate distinction.” — Charles Kendall Adams

If I might be so bold I’d like to share a thought of my own along this same topic for you to consider as well…

“The average person says “that’s not my job” — while the leader transcends their job description and inevitably reaps untold rewards for doing so.” — Josh Hinds

It’s easy to ignore the opportunities to “let the buck stop with you”, but in doing so you may be short circuiting the advancement which always makes its way to the person who goes above and beyond the call of duty.

Strive to be that person who goes above and beyond what’s necessarily expected of you and you will see more of life’s rewards making their way into your life.

It’s your life, LIVE BIG!
Josh Hinds

-What are your thoughts on the ideas above?