Determination

What My Mother Taught Me

Dr. Sharon Ufberg | Posted 05.08.2012

Read More: Unconditional Love, Motherhood, Self-Esteem, Mother's Day, Gratitude, Determination, Mother-Daughter, Mother's Day Tribute, Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer Awareness, Women News

My mother died before I ever married, had children of my own, finished graduate school or launched my own career. But the lessons she taught me have been there every step of the way.

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The Writer Who Can't Be Stopped

Peter Winkler | Posted 03.28.2012

Read More: Dennis Hopper, Writer, Disability, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Writing With Disabilities, Determination, Writing With a Chopstick, Books News

One night in 1965, I went to bed, apparently fine. The next morning, when I awoke, I was unable to walk. I was eventually diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. I couldn't write. I finally found a solution -- a red plastic chopstick.

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2012: Your Best Year Yet -- Are You Ready?

Jinny Ditzler | Posted 02.29.2012

Read More: New Year's Resolutions, Dan Pink, Annual Planning, Confidence, Goal Setting, Determination, 2012, Emotional Intelligence, Healthy Living News

Every year you get a brand new year to play with, a clean slate and a great big opportunity to make change. But too often the resolutions don't make it past the first month -- or the first donut!

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Where There's a Will, There's a Way

Jinny Ditzler | Posted 01.22.2012

Read More: Don?T Give Up, Kindness, Don?T Quit, Determination, You Can Do It, Transformation, Mistakes, Downward Spiral, Mindfulness, Will and Determination, Video, Healthy Living News

I'm sure there are many times in your life when you found the strength to do things that you thought were too difficult or impossible, right?

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Determination -- Is Yours Holding You Back?

Marshall Goldsmith | Posted 11.07.2011

Read More: Success, Cognitive Dissonance, Principle, Work, Theory, Commitment, Marshall Goldsmith, Determination, Business News

As you embark on changes large and small, try to keep your eyes on the prize and put a positive spin on setbacks. In other words, choose to change, and stick to it. Yet realize your very commitment is going to make it hard to hear negative feedback.

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Earning Our Stars and Stripes

Nikki Stone | Posted 09.03.2011

Sometimes we forget how lucky we are to be able to work toward our dreams. I know one good friend who has never taken that for granted.

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First Three Days in Death Valley

Todd Carmichael | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Last Chance Pass, Desert, Spot Tracker, Todd Carmichael, Death Valley, Expedition, Camping, Travel, Extreme Weather, Determination, Travel News

Today, I'm gonna have to walk in the extreme heat of the day to get some time back from this tire repair shop. But I'm doing ok. I've still got enough water and supplies to get me through.

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He Did the Impossible

Fred Whelan and Gladys Stone | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Setting Goals, Miracles, Sports, Accomplishments, Impossible Goals, Running, Persistence, Goal, Roger Bannister, Belief, Overcoming Adversity, Goals, Aspirational Goal, Determination, Business News

56 years ago today, Roger Bannister accomplished the impossible. He was the first person to break the four minute mile barrier. His story is not only...

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How to Be Determined and Not Exhausted

Srinivasan Pillay | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Success, Srini Pillay, Leadership, Work, Srinivasan Pillay, Challenge, Fatigue, Determination, Exhaustion, The Inner Life, Healthy Living News

On it's own, determination can be exhausting, especially when obstacles are hitting you in the face. What are the different types of determination and how can you convert easily from one to the other?

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Desire

Jen Grisanti | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Desired Outcome, Inspiration, Writing, Think and Grow Rich, Motivation, Desire, Goals, Spirituality, Determination, Napoleon Hill, Los Angeles News

Desire is a driving force behind success. Knowing where you want to go is everything. Every writer whose career I've helped launch has known from the ...

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Bode Miller's Comeback

Jim Randel | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Success, Winter Olympics 2010, Olympics, Bode Miller, Willpower, Vancouver Olympics, Determination, Sports News

No rational person would keep skiing if his motivation was to win an Olympic medal. Rather, Miller's gold medal was the offshoot of a talented guy doing what he was passionate about.

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Anderson Cooper -- Innovating All the Way to Success

Fred Whelan and Gladys Stone | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Journalists, Setting Goals, Creativity, Career, Cnn, Career Advice, Reporters, Anderson Cooper, Careers, Innovation, Investigative Journalism, Journalism, Goal Setting, Goals, ac360, Determination, Business News

Cooper's success can be traced back to his unconventional approach and to trusting his instincts. The same could be said for his reporting style.

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Its the Saints!

Jim Randel | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Persistance, Superbowl, Football, Determination, Business News

After 42 years of futility, after one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history, and just a few years after fans wore bags on their heads, the Ne...

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Success for Dummies

Tom Morris | Posted 05.25.2011

There is something important to be learned from Jeff Dunham's improbable rise. Passion and belief are often able to create a path forward where none may exist.

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Tiger Woods: Does Fame And Fortune Limit Your Ability To Love?

Anne Naylor | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Beatles, New Wealth, Tiger Woods, Loving, Human Spirit, Super Rich, Acceptance, The Real "More", Understanding, Role Model, New Year, Forgiveness, Determination, Golf, Persistence, Determiniation, Dedication, Fortune, Fame, Relationships, Video, Healthy Living News

I was told that often the very rich are burdened with having so much stuff to take care of that they are not free to enjoy their lives. They lose a sense of who their friends are.

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Where Have All the Flowers Gone?

Jim Selman | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Age of Aquarius, Rock Music, Vietnam, Woodstock, Watergate, Peace, Choice, Peace Movement, Togetherness, CBS Sunday Morning, Rock Concert, Human Nature, Determination, Healthy Living News

We somehow looked beyond color, religion, education, class, income and all the other things we've used to separate us from each other.

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Today's the Day

James M. Lynch | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Hamlet, Declare Yourself, Self-Improvement, Personal Growth, Determination, Self-Help, Healthy Living News

Believe anything you want about life, but right here and now, today, and in this present "act," choose the life you have and get on with it.

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5 Tips For Not Losing Your Mind In These Difficult Times

Dr. Lara Honos-Webb | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Ninja Warrior, Healthy Living, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Healthy Lifestyle, Economic Stress, Stress Reduction, Determination, Stress, Economic Stressors, Positive Thinking, Health, Living, History Channel, Positive, Healthy Living News

A quick way to reduce stress is to think of one of the most positive memories you can recall. The mood boost may be just what it takes to spur you to take needed action.

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