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Motivation Mondays: PREPARED

29/08/2016
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“For all your days be prepared, and meet them ever alike. When you are the anvil, bear – when you are the hammer, strike.” Edwin Markham

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED - Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED – Are you prepared for all that life puts in your path?


MISS SHARON JONES! Official Trailer (2016)

Great cooking favors the prepared hands. Jacques Pepin
Better remain silent, better not even think, if you are not prepared to act. Annie Besant
You don’t climb mountains without a team, you don’t climb mountains without being fit, you don’t climb mountains without being prepared and you don’t climb mountains without balancing the risks and rewards. And you never climb a mountain on accident – it has to be intentional. Mark Udall

Are YOU PREPARED? Good heavens, for what? … you might ask. For whatever curveballs your life throws at you? For the realization of those dreams you’ve held dear? For the rewards that come after a seemingly long lifetime of perfecting your craft? For overcoming life’s ups and downs? For the art of living and achieving your version of success? For stepping into your light with confidence? Whatever your vision of PREPARED might be, it takes effort, practice, repetition, commitment, and a determination to face failure and success on the road to reaching our goals. It might be something else for you, but what remains constant is that we must put in the effort to accomplish anything we set our minds to.

Today, I was in my kitchen prepping the ingredients I needed for our family dinner. I washed my chard and kale and chopped them; I deseeded and chopped my Kabocha squash into rectangles, and seasoned my trout with a combination of exquisite spices. Once everything was prepped, I went to my desk and started my online brand and blog work. Later, all I’d need to do is sauté the veggies and put the rest in the oven to cook. Without doing the prep work in advance, no chef can create a masterpiece in their kitchen. We need to gather what we need, prepare it, and when we are ready, put all the years of practice, learning, teaching, and cooking into motion to make even the simplest dishes. My daughters often ask me why I don’t always cook with a recipe at hand. What is your answer? It is obvious, right? We do it over and over again until our body, mind, and spirit memorize the act and it becomes second nature. The same applies to any field we are engaged in: music, dance, writing, sports… You name it.

The Rio Olympics ended last week, and with it came stories of successes and failures, goals met and lost and, for some, a renewed hope for the next one in Tokyo. But to get there, we need to start working toward it, visualizing it, and doing the heavy lifting that will get us there. It is ironic that whenever someone achieves great success, some stand on the sidelines ranting about what an overnight success they must be. The truth is that there are rarely overnight successes at anything. For those who have reached the pinnacle of success at what they do, enormous effort, commitment, and daily repetition got them there. Preparation + Practice = Perfect ( at least our version of perfection).

 

 

“I say luck is when an opportunity comes along and you’re prepared for it.” Denzel Washington

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED - Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED – Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED - Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED – Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

The Show Never Stops For Sharon Jones | HuffPost

Life belongs to the living, and he who lives must be prepared for changes. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
I believe that people make their own luck by great preparation and good strategy. Jack Canfield
Be Prepared… the meaning of the motto is that a scout must prepare himself by previous thinking out and practicing how to act on any accident or emergency so that he is never taken by surprise. Robert Baden-Powell

How do you PREPARE for adversity? Louis Pasteur said, “Fortune favors the prepared mind,” and for good reason. Fortune is an equal-opportunity gift-giver; she gives to the happy and the sad. We need to remember that it manifests in many ways, not just as shekels in the bank. It can come as peace of mind in adversity, hope when things take a bad turn, joy in achievement, and comfort in times of sorrow… Fortune’s blessings are their own reward, measured out to each of us as we are willing to accept her grace. It is never measured out the same… BUT, we must BE PREPARED to accept it.

Are you prepared? When we focus on doing our best work and perfecting our craft, even in adversity, a glimmer of light lifts us and spurs our spirit on to keep at it. Whether we are a chef in a five-star kitchen, a beloved entertainer, a teacher, or a parent, we approach our tasks with a certain resolve—to do the best we can with what we have. As a little girl, Sharon Jones was always drawn to music and eventually pursued that dream. She soon became a well-regarded, energetic entertainer; her shows with her funk and soul band, The Dap-Kings, were packed, and she gave it her all. In recent years, she has faced cancer and has not allowed it to deter her from a lifetime of preparation and performance as a singer. Even as she continues to battle that insidious disease, she remains positive and prepared to give her best at all times.

MUST SEE: Please make time to see the moving, Barbara Koppel-directed Sharon Jones documentary when it comes to your town; she is truly an inspiration on living life prepared and positive. Tickets here!

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“Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.” Alexander Graham Bell

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED - Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED – Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED - Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Motivation Mondays: PREPARED – Are you prepared for all that life puts on your path?

Being ready isn’t enough; you have to be prepared for a promotion or any other significant change. Pat Riley
It is well to be prepared for life as it is, but it is better to be prepared to make life better than it is. Sargent Shriver
People who ask confidently get more than those who are hesitant and uncertain. When you’ve figured out what you want to ask for, do it with certainty, boldness and confidence. Don’t be shy or feel intimidated by the experience. You may face some unexpected criticism, but be prepared for it with confidence. Jack Canfield

How are you PREPARED to make your life/others’ lives better? Preparation gives us resilience and a stick-to-it spirit. When we spend hours, days, months, and years honing our skills in something we are passionate about, we invest our whole being in our work; soon, a greater spirit takes over and gives us the extra push we need when things aren’t going so well. To be prepared is not just for success but also for struggle because one is the twin of the other. When we face ourselves, bet it our lives or our impending death, we must make peace with all we have done in our lives and reach a place of peace about how preparedness factored into how we lived on earth. The great souls know they have given life their all and, thus, they are not swayed by feelings of pity and distress. Being prepared means we have spent our lives giving everything we do our best shot; that includes our failures and successes. When we reach that place inside where we know we gave our best effort, we can accept life’s outcome like a warrior battling the swirling seas of life.

Back when I lived in an Ashram, our Teacher would say we should put everything we have into practicing what we were skilled at. Practice, practice, practice until you are so prepared that you could do that work in your sleep. Then, let it all go… surrender the expectations and the need for control and watch as your effort blossoms into a far richer expression of your skill than you expected. It was true. Once, I had to give a talk/speech at an event, and I spent a lot of time rehearsing my script. My coach met with me and others in our group daily for practice and rehearsal, and we were encouraged to do more on our own at home. The advice was: Stand in front of a mirror and share your speech, over and over again, until you can feel those words in every cell in your body. We practiced until we could say our speech in our sleep, and then she had us let it all go. Surrender the prompts and the symbols that help you stay on point and just be present at the event.

On the day of the speech, I stood in front of the mic, took a deep breath, released any anxiety, let go of the script, opened my mouth, and it came forth, richer, clearer, and with more conviction than earlier in all those rehearsal sessions. That is what preparation gives us: the blessing of a deeper experience and richer creativity than we could have produced without sufficient practice…. Try It! Always Be Prepared. Then, let it go and surrender to the power that comes forth.

Again, make time to see the moving documentary Barbara Kopple directed, Sharon Jones, about your town; she is truly an inspiration for being prepared and positive. Tickets here!

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Have a productive, prepared week ahead!

 

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  1. Cindy Ingalls permalink
    29/08/2016 4:18 pm

    Sometimes I think you can prepare and prepare, but never really know when the unexpected will strike. It’s when adversity strikes that you really see how much you are capable of handling.

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  2. Chelley @ A is For Adelaide permalink
    29/08/2016 4:40 pm

    I try to be as prepared as I can be for everything. As well as keep the understanding that you can’t plan for it all!

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  3. nancymamamaven permalink
    29/08/2016 4:53 pm

    Good advice, I like the meal prep analogy. Sometimes I don’t feel very prepared for what life throws at me. I’ll check out Sharon Jones’ Documentary.

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  4. Abby permalink
    29/08/2016 5:02 pm

    Love the insightful post and how to it compels us to reflect on our own life! I look forward to reading more of this series!

    Abby

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  5. Close To Home (@StayCloseToHome) permalink
    29/08/2016 5:10 pm

    I am not sure you can ever be totally prepared for life brings. However, having a good attitude will help

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  6. Tiffany VanSickle permalink
    29/08/2016 5:10 pm

    “I say luck is when an opportunity comes along and you’re prepared for it.” Denzel Washington….. This quote is awesome! So often do opportunities come along and we either miss them (because we didn’t recognize them in time), or aren’t prepared for them!

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  7. Carol Cassara (@ccassara) permalink
    29/08/2016 6:18 pm

    Preparation is key to life. The Girl Scout motto “Be Prepared” is great on so many levels. Your post pointed out a few. The Olympics–we marvel at the achievements but you’re right, prep was key.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      29/08/2016 11:56 pm

      True. The awards come after much effort and we don’t get to see the heavy lifting that went on behind the scenes = Preparation.

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  8. Claudette Esterine permalink
    29/08/2016 6:28 pm

    I was a Girl Guide back in the day and we were prepared to always be ready. 🙂

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  9. Naomi M. (@HmSchoolDisney) permalink
    29/08/2016 6:55 pm

    I wish I were a lot more prepared for today than I was. When your boss tries to throw as many roadblocks in your way as possible, it is hard to be prepared for that. Sigh…

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  10. Jolina permalink
    29/08/2016 7:44 pm

    A motivational speaker once told us – you must be ready…prepared…to accept the blessings that are coming your way. So true! If you think you’re not ready…or worthy…then the universe might just skip you.

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  11. Liz Mays permalink
    29/08/2016 7:50 pm

    I definitely benefit from lots of preparation. It’s nice to let myself experience things and adapt on-the-fly sometimes too. Preparing for every little thing just takes so much energy.

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  12. momknowsbest15 permalink
    29/08/2016 9:11 pm

    I am prepared in some areas but others no. I don’t think we can prepare for everything

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      29/08/2016 11:49 pm

      On the human plane we can’t but, we can be prepared in so many others ways including the internal messages we feed ourselves.

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  13. mominaarif111 permalink
    29/08/2016 11:18 pm

    Great post. Love me some monday motivation

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  14. Vyjay Rao permalink
    29/08/2016 11:28 pm

    Every minute is a new challenge, a new experience and one needs to be prepared. Prepared to face it, learn by new experiences.

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  15. lex permalink
    30/08/2016 12:56 am

    No one is totally prepared in life, we can only try to be a bit prepared as much as we can and allow God do the rest. But we should always plan to be as prepared as ever.

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  16. Karlyn Cruz permalink
    30/08/2016 1:20 am

    I love taking new challenges. I always make sure that I am prepared for everything.

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  17. Tania Potter - Soul Sense Coaching permalink
    30/08/2016 1:59 am

    I am definitely a planner and like to be as prepared as possible. However, as I have gotten older and more confident, I find I am more comfortable with a combination of preparation and letting go and being in the moment, as much as I am able to, at least.

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  18. Stacey Loring permalink
    30/08/2016 2:37 am

    I always prepare but there are times things always get all jumbled and things don’t go as planned.

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  19. Melanie Smith permalink
    30/08/2016 2:40 am

    We always have to be prepared for everything in this life. Every day is a new challenge.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      30/08/2016 7:14 am

      Indeed… that is the game of life. We don’t have to be perfect but have an internal gauge to help us through the good and not so good. 🙂

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  20. Ana De Jesus permalink
    30/08/2016 3:39 am

    I agree and contrary to what people think prep can also be mental and spiritual too.

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  21. Борка Шаула permalink
    30/08/2016 7:31 am

    I can hardly say I am prepared. But, It comes to my mind that whenever I need to do something like an achieve a goal, I must prepare my mind that I will need time, I will make fails and that I should stand up every time I fall and continue. Yes, people like to believe that things magically happen over night because they aren’t prepared to seek for the truth!

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  22. Amy Jones permalink
    30/08/2016 8:02 am

    I liked that quote by Denzel Washintong, it’s totally accurate! I think it’s better to be prepared and not have the opportunity than having it pass over you without being ready for it..

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  23. Wendy permalink
    30/08/2016 8:03 am

    I thrive on change and usually feel prepared for whatever comes my way. Every now and then, something does catch me by surprise though.

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  24. A Forks Tale permalink
    30/08/2016 11:18 am

    Great thoughts and advice on preparation. I have never really thought about preparation before. I love the kitchen prep analogy. It makes perfect sense. Success does not happen overnight. It happens with a lot of hard work and preparation.

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  25. Nicole Haas Etolen permalink
    30/08/2016 9:06 am

    Preparation is a big deal whether we are talking about anything or everything! By the way, I love your pics, you are so talented!

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  26. Rose Pingol permalink
    30/08/2016 10:05 am

    Preparation is a part of life. This is a thing that we should be used to.

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  27. Nikki Wayne permalink
    30/08/2016 10:25 am

    Even if I prepare, there are things that came unexpectedly. Come to think of if I didn’t prepare at all, that would be a mess!

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  28. brandyellen permalink
    30/08/2016 1:33 pm

    I always say that I Prepare for all possible outcomes of situations. I don’t stress about them, I just remain consciously aware of what could come. This way I get little surprises in life, but I think one can never been 100% prepared for anything … I enjoy the challenge of not being prepared sometimes so it keeps me building my mental strength up!

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  29. klg1982 permalink
    30/08/2016 11:18 am

    always better to be over-prepared I think.

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  30. Audrey permalink
    30/08/2016 12:23 pm

    I love this!! Life can be so hard to prepare yourself for, I try it really is amazing what some mental prep can do!

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  31. Chelley @ A is For Adelaide permalink
    30/08/2016 1:51 pm

    Being prepared for what you can be is so important, but also being realistic- can’t prep for it all!

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  32. Neely (@Neelykins) permalink
    30/08/2016 2:55 pm

    There are a lot of things that I dont really feel prepared for but I almost think thats OK. To not be prepared for everything.

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  33. Shanna Uptergrove permalink
    30/08/2016 5:57 pm

    Your page is inspiring. I’m not prepared in many areas of life, but we will need to be prepared in some other areas that I never thought would happen :/

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  34. Kimberly c. permalink
    30/08/2016 3:21 pm

    I am not always as prepares as I want to be, but I have faith that God never gives you more than you can handle. I keep that in the back of my mind whenever chaos arises. It helps to keep me going. The for this post. Made me think.

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  35. Taty Pradilla permalink
    30/08/2016 6:40 pm

    It is always great to be prepared, both mentally and physically. You never know what may happen and it is best to be prepared.

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  36. Michele permalink
    30/08/2016 4:32 pm

    I can’t say that I am always prepared for everything life throws my way–but I am prepared for the unexpected!! How boring life would be if you knew exactly what would happen every minute of every day. Some of the best times and the worst have come upon me unexpectedly–and I got through them all–do we really have a choice?

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  37. irishred13 permalink
    30/08/2016 4:56 pm

    So true! You need to be ready for all the curve balls. Love the quote in the beginning

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  38. Mariana (@ohMariana) permalink
    30/08/2016 5:31 pm

    I love your analogy about prepping meals. It’s so true… things go much smoother when you’re prepared!

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  39. Ashley Jacksonville Photographer permalink
    30/08/2016 6:35 pm

    I dont think I’m nearly prepared enough. I need to get prepared for more.

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  40. Adriana Martin (@ABRecipes) permalink
    30/08/2016 7:21 pm

    I think we all think we are prepared but in the reality we are not. That is why I take one day at a time and enjoy the present.

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  41. Amanda Love permalink
    30/08/2016 7:22 pm

    Beautiful choice for motivation this week. Everything is better when you’re prepared. I love how you used cooking as a metaphor to describe what being prepared is like. It’s true, all of the things that we know now and everything else that we’re about to learn makes us prepared for the things that are to come in our lives. It’s just that we also have to learn how to react to it too.

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  42. Claudette Esterine permalink
    30/08/2016 7:35 pm

    You lived in an Ashram??? I so want to do that! 🙂

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  43. Nicole Herose Cochingco - Escat permalink
    30/08/2016 9:44 pm

    Very inspiring post. I think we all should prepare for everything, even our death.

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  44. Erika Agostino permalink
    30/08/2016 11:15 pm

    Great motivations and so many resources! I need to look at few. Sometimes I just don’t have it.

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  45. Her Own Beat permalink
    30/08/2016 11:59 pm

    This is great Monday Motivation! Knowing what I’ll be facing during my upcoming week, I’ll be saving this post for a refresher.

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  46. Katarzyna permalink
    31/08/2016 4:45 am

    I’m always trying to be prepared for everything, but life has taught me that you cannot predict all of the possibilities, so now it’s more “expect unexpected” for me 🙂

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  47. Rose permalink
    31/08/2016 6:40 am

    I had to recite something at my son’s wedding. I practiced like crazy and then, like you said, let it go. It went out off without a hitch. 🙂

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  48. Julie Syl Kalungi permalink
    31/08/2016 4:34 am

    Such a Poignant message Elizabeth. Indeed It takes year of practice to prepare a meal without a recipe at hand or watching Jamie Oliver do it live. We also learn to share to speak in public to teach others after we have had hours of behind the scenes learning and practice over and over,…I love the bit about every chef has to prepare before they can showcase a world class michelin star meal!
    Life is about being prepared..for whatever joy, laughter, fun, even the curve balls. And with preparation comes confidence to actually step up and LET GO…

    Powerful. Loved it!

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  49. 조이 Czjai (@RebelSweetHrt) permalink
    31/08/2016 5:50 am

    I always go by the saying to expect the unexpected, and always prepare for the worst. It sounds a bit cynical, but it works for me. 🙂

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  50. Lisa Rios permalink
    31/08/2016 5:50 am

    Such a wonderful topic and the pictures are quiet amazing as well. Our life path is always going to have both ups & downs and we must be very much prepared to face anything that comes on our way with a positive attitude & move on with life. Thanks for inspiring!

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  51. gingerfoxblogger permalink
    31/08/2016 6:32 am

    Sometimes no matter how hard you prepare, it’s not enough! But this is great post, thanks for sharing!

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  52. Busy Being Jennifer (@BusyBeingJenn) permalink
    31/08/2016 7:26 am

    Preparation goes a long way in helping me manage my stress and anxiety!

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  53. Dawn permalink
    31/08/2016 8:24 am

    I really enjoyed this post. I’ve never been someone who prepares and plans as much as I’d like to. I need to start making this a habit. Thanks you for this!

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  54. Tami permalink
    31/08/2016 8:56 am

    This is by far my favorite of what I’ve read by you so far. I agree, being prepared is a very important piece of the process. I often try to jump in without preparation in many areas of my life only to fall flat on my face. Hoping to change that with a little preparation.

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  55. Tina Bowling (@tinabeana12) permalink
    31/08/2016 9:00 am

    I always enjoy your posts! Another great motivation Monday, thank you!

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  56. The Guat permalink
    31/08/2016 9:09 am

    I like that Coach Pat Riley quote. Nice!

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  57. Parenting Healthy permalink
    31/08/2016 9:47 am

    I can relate to this. I am a little OCD on being organized and planning ahead.

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  58. DecoPix (@TiinaTibs) permalink
    31/08/2016 10:37 am

    Fantastic motivation post! I always try to be prepared because that makes my life easier to handler. I don’t mean just preparing my papers etc ready but also prepared my mind, but there are occasions when I think it’s just bettr to let it flow and trust my instinct.

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  59. Terri Ramsey Beavers permalink
    31/08/2016 10:57 am

    I’m not as prepared for life’s curve-balls as I could be. I need to work on changing that like right now.

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  60. 200 Saturdays until Paris permalink
    31/08/2016 10:59 am

    I am prepared in the sense that I am open to all possibilities. I don’t have a crystal ball – so I can’t have a plan for everything – I will acknowledge what comes my way, remain positive, go with the flow and breathe.

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  61. mariesbeauties permalink
    31/08/2016 2:36 pm

    I always Love being prepared for thing’s, great post.

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  62. lilytravella permalink
    31/08/2016 12:33 pm

    I agree with the Rio bit. Definitely need preparation for any success. People don’t notice the work that goes into something first.

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  63. I Love Paars by: Lee permalink
    31/08/2016 3:33 pm

    Honestly… i am not ready to all. But i plan and take precautions and safety ( well most of the time). But the experiences along the way are the lessons in life you will gain

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  64. mrpossible11 permalink
    31/08/2016 1:04 pm

    This is a great motivational piece of work for the day. Thanks for sharing this beautiful post.

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  65. Claudia H. Blanton permalink
    31/08/2016 2:12 pm

    I am prepared to rise up to the challenges that come along, to stick with my goals, even if the world around me does not seem to always cooperate. Prepared to be perseverant, consistent, steady. Great post, blessings!

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  66. Ave Hla permalink
    31/08/2016 2:23 pm

    I’m prepared to have a vacation soon, and not at all prepared for back-to-school. We can’t be prepared for everything the life brings, but we can try to take the best of it.

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  67. HealthierSteps (@Healthiersteps) permalink
    31/08/2016 3:23 pm

    Great thoughts, I love that you will surrender the outcome of your hard work. Do your best and the rest if providential.

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  68. Shannon Graham permalink
    31/08/2016 3:37 pm

    Life has a great way of jumping up and slapping us when we least expect it. My dad always told me to be ready in season and out of season.

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  69. Kait permalink
    31/08/2016 6:52 pm

    What a great way to start Monday off. Love all the motivational tips!

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  70. Shub permalink
    31/08/2016 7:48 pm

    As they say, wish for the best but prepare for the worst. In today’s world, we should be prepared for emergency situations as well.

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  71. Fred Hawson (@3xhcch) permalink
    31/08/2016 4:48 pm

    We can never be completely prepared for everything. But we have to try to be aware of what is going on around us. Never stop reading for knowledge.

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  72. Caroline Barnes permalink
    31/08/2016 5:14 pm

    Life is full of surprises, so if you can be more prepared, that should can help.

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  73. Kathy permalink
    31/08/2016 8:17 pm

    It’s great to always be prepared for anything. You never know what may come your way.

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  74. Sandy A La Mode permalink
    31/08/2016 5:46 pm

    I love these challenges! Motivation is always great at the beginning of the week 🙂

    xo,
    Sandy

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  75. Leke Awonuga permalink
    31/08/2016 6:32 pm

    Ability to make a conscious plan in preparing for tasks, goals, or anything is key in every facets of life. As it helps to ensure a proper way of adjustments or adaptation to a new phase in life.

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  76. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla permalink
    31/08/2016 7:57 pm

    I believe Pasteur’s quote was once changed by a movie character, it was “Chance favors the prepared mind, though it welcomes a lot of interpretations for both the original and that one. I’m always prepared for what life gives me after my road.

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  77. savingcmncents permalink
    31/08/2016 8:00 pm

    I am usually pretty motivated to be prepared for whatever may come. While I might not expect something to happen, I can at least have a game plan for how to proceed even if that means only not giving up. 🙂

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  78. Anvita permalink
    31/08/2016 8:30 pm

    Expect the unexpected, thus we need to be prepared

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  79. toughcookiemommy permalink
    31/08/2016 8:36 pm

    Preparedness is an essential part of of your mental well-being. It’s so important to recognize this.

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  80. Taty Pradilla permalink
    01/09/2016 12:31 am

    It is always very important to be prepared, both physically and mentally. You never know what may happen.

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  81. Milton Coyne permalink
    01/09/2016 12:42 am

    I guess preparation should always be part of our life.. we must prepare ourselves for no matter what kind of circumstances may arrive… in my case, i always think ahead before doing something or settlin down with a decision… i expect the unexpected and prepare myself for whatever negative or positive things may happen but I always look on the positive side

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  82. nbosken permalink
    31/08/2016 10:47 pm

    I know I’m not really prepared for those sorts of things. However none of us really are anyway. That’s neat that you lived in an Ashram. And yeah, often when I do public speaking, I read from some talking points. I find it just flows more naturally than reading from a paper.

    Nina
    aworldofdresses.com

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  83. Bhushavali permalink
    01/09/2016 1:51 am

    I’m thinking of being prepared esp when traveling. I always tell my friends that I hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.

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  84. Jason Panuelos permalink
    31/08/2016 11:25 pm

    We really have to prepare ourselves for whatever life throws at us, especially the ones we know we can meet head on 🙂

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  85. Rachel Mouton permalink
    01/09/2016 4:02 am

    Prepared is such a tricky word! I tend to over prepare for things and take all of the fun away. I overthink every possible situation and overpack. I over prepare emotionally, spiritually, and physically and, still, the unexpected comes and I’m still not prepared 😉

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  86. Fatima A. (@Blogsbyfa) permalink
    01/09/2016 7:50 am

    Of course, I love creativity. I just ordered my personalised magnets 2 days back and they have just arrived. I used my creative skills to create them and they look lovely.

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  87. suchi permalink
    01/09/2016 12:06 pm

    again .. a very motivating post… yeah…planning and prepping ahead of time helps to get more done…but its also a matter of motivation… sometimes i feel i just dont have time to prep for things and just have to deal with everything!

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  88. Lubka Henry permalink
    01/09/2016 2:18 pm

    Great captures and very inspiration. Love your vibe this monday 🙂

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  89. Marielle Altenor permalink
    01/09/2016 6:58 pm

    What an amazing voice! Sharon Jones is so talented, and she’s such a beautiful inspiration! I’m excited to see this film when it comes out.

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  90. Robin Rue permalink
    01/09/2016 7:26 pm

    I try to be as prepared as I can be for whatever life throws at me. If I am organized and a curve ball is thrown I am not that worried.

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  91. Bella permalink
    01/09/2016 6:06 pm

    Preperation is everything for me. I always ensure I am ready for anything – I plan things much more than I need to.

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  92. katyashadeofteal permalink
    01/09/2016 9:50 pm

    I live for being prepared! I think it’s the OCD in me, but I tend to get teased about how prepared I am.

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  93. katyashadeofteal permalink
    01/09/2016 9:50 pm

    I live for being prepared! I think it’s the OCD in me, but I tend to get teased about how prepared I am.

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  94. RC permalink
    02/09/2016 2:10 am

    We can never really be prepared for everything. A lot of things can go wrong and that’s where the beauty lies. We learn from our mistakes.

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  95. lbosworth permalink
    02/09/2016 6:01 am

    I agree that we can never prepare too much. I also agree that we tend to prepare for success because it’s important to have a positive outlook, but we often fail to prepare for adversity.

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  96. QueensandKinks permalink
    02/09/2016 5:40 am

    This is such an interesting post, and I try to prepare everything as best as I can!

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  97. Lori Bosworth permalink
    02/09/2016 6:00 am

    I agree that you can never be too prepared. I also agree that we tend to prepare for success because it’s important to be positive, but we often fail to prepare for adversity.

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  98. Girl, Unspotted permalink
    02/09/2016 8:33 am

    Am I prepared for what life throws at me? Good question. I’d like to say yes, but sometimes, life gives unexpected surprises. I’m not always ready, but I’m a survivor 🙂

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  99. Claudia Krusch permalink
    02/09/2016 1:06 pm

    Love your post and how to it makes us reflect on our own lives! I look forward to reading more!!

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  100. dishdessert permalink
    02/09/2016 2:11 pm

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  101. kathy kenny ngo permalink
    02/09/2016 11:46 pm

    Thank you for showing me this. I am very motivated and you made my day.

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  102. Tiffany Yong permalink
    03/09/2016 3:20 am

    I remember a saying…how we spend more than 10 years studying things and preparing for things that we don’t use for the rest of our life. Do you find it true?

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  103. lizellecruz permalink
    03/09/2016 6:09 pm

    Preparation is the best thing you could do to face anything. Great post!!

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  104. franckxethee permalink
    04/09/2016 4:04 am

    It’s really important to be prepared for those curve balls. It is also equally important to be able to adopt to situations.

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  105. Zwitsy permalink
    04/09/2016 6:03 pm

    Motivation is mostly the thing that I am a lack of. 🙁 With what had happened to our family, I have learnt that we should always be prepared.

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  106. Anwar Abdi permalink
    13/09/2016 8:36 pm

    This unique post and very useful article, I really appreciate thank you for sharing this amazing article

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  107. Anosa permalink
    08/02/2017 5:13 am

    i love your insights about life. It helps people to think positively and motivating. I guess most of the time motivation lacks to one people but whenever there is someone who pushes a person will go on.

    Reply
  108. kumamonjeng permalink
    13/07/2018 12:46 am

    I always like to do lots of preparation before I depart for my travel but then sometimes I think too much preparation kills the fun part of it

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