Monika & Wayne T.   Time Travellers
“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.”  : Winston Churchill


It is true that if you lack the right attitude, the strength of your self motivation will be reduced and you will not have the power to continue working towards your goals in life. Self motivation quotes can be used to cultivate a positive attitude which will provide the empowerment necessary for you to win through in adversity and attain your personal goals. In the words of Lou Holtz: “Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it".



Everyone will be afflicted with doubts at some time, that is only human. It is for you to choose whether to give in to depression and defeatism or to take action to renew your faith in yourself. When doubts creep in and create negative feelings, you can use self motivation quotes as a tool to help you regain a positive attitude. Recalling and reciting your favourite self motivational quotes to yourself can act as an antidote to negative feelings and restore your optimism and self esteem.



If you make a habit of reciting self motivation quotes every day, you will keep your attitude positive and buoy up your self esteem. This will prevent depression taking hold and keep self motivation intact. In the words of Zig Ziglar: “People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily.”



Different people choose different types of self motivational quotations to empower themselves. Some people find inspiration in religious quotes. Other people find empowerment in the quotes of businessmen such as John P Getty or Dale Carnegie. The type of self motivational quote that will work for you, depends upon your character and the nature of your personal goals. If you are struggling to achieve success in business, religious quotations might not be appropriate. Equally, if you are battling to overcome a personal difficulty such as drug addiction, the motivational quotations of successful businessmen will be unlikely to bolster your determination.



Self motivation quotes come in various varieties and the most famous ones are available as refrigerator magnets and wall plaques. Here is a selection of famous self motivation quotes that have helped many people stay focused and targeted on their goals.



“What I do you cannot do; but what you do, I cannot do. The needs are great, and none of us, including me, ever do great things. But we can all do small things, with great love, and together we can do something wonderful.”-- Mother Theresa.



“The difference between perseverance and obstinacy is that one comes from a strong will, and the other from a strong won't." -- Henry Ward Beecher.



“In the long run, men hit only what they aim at. Therefore, though they should fail immediately, they had better aim at something high.”-- Henry David Thoreau.



"If you want a confidence, act as if you already have it. Try the "as if" technique." --William James



"When defeat comes, accept it as a signal that your plans are not sound, rebuild those plans, and set sail once more toward your coveted goal." -- Napoleon Hill



"Continuous effort--not strength or intelligence--is the key to unlocking our potential." --Winston Churchill



"Some people say I have attitude - maybe I do...but I think you have to. You have to believe in yourself when no one else does - that makes you a winner right there." -- Venus Williams



Using motivational quotations is an excellent way to boost your self confidence and stay focused on your plans, and goals. Type your favourite motivational quote in large letters, print it out and put it on your notice board or somewhere else you will see it every day. Make that quote your mantra and take a moment each day to speak it aloud. Remember:


 "Life is what we make it. Always has been, always will be." -- Grandma Moses
Nov 13th 2007 19:30