That's not a crack at that kid band, One Direction. My mind is moving in many directions today, so I've been addressing that by getting my hands dirty and rearranging very heavy objects in the office. Exertion cures a multitude of ills! I'm thinking of changes, adventures, risks, and the major undertaking I'm beginning next … Continue reading Friday Philosophy…In All Directions
Anatole France
Tuesday Thoughts on Achievement…
I've been thinking about motivation, goals, and achievements. I tend to be self-motivated: succeeding, accomplishing something I've set out to do, gives me a huge sense of fulfillment. I know quite a few people who are motivated by different external factors: fame/attention (however limited it may be), stuff/material payoff, or the basic monetary motivation. There … Continue reading Tuesday Thoughts on Achievement…
Friday Philosophy…
I'll just jump right in with a hodge podge of quotes for you all this week. Since I don't feel all that well, my thoughts run tangentially even more than they typically do. Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. Winston Churchill Living at risk is … Continue reading Friday Philosophy…