Motivational Monday

One of the hardest things us as humans can do is speak when we are angry or upset. It’s human nature. When you get pissed off at someone it’s damn near impossible to walk away and cool down. You’ve done it, I’ve done it. That being said, next time you’re fuming pissed off, try and walk away. I know it’s hard but try it. Personally, I’ve had friendships end with the words I’ve said when was angry and I regret it to this day. It’s always easy to later apologize when you’ve popped off to another person, but those words you chose to say tend to never go away. Ever hear the expression, “I’ll forgive you, but I’ll never forget”? That is a very powerful expression and it’s the god damn truth. When angry and depending on what type of person you are, you’ll regret the words you use and it will sit with you for a long long time. 

Don’t regret the speech you made when you were angry. Walk away, cool off and another famous expression, “Time heals” is the god damn truth as well. 

Motivational Wednesday

Just like the title states, Hard Times Will Always Reveal True Friends. Everyone in existence goes through difficult times whether it’s the loss of a loved one, losing a job, experiencing a divorce, not having the proper income to support your family etc. During these times there’s no denying that your friends are the ones to lean on for support. Some of us are luckier to have a close friend that is there for you during these difficult times. When the unfortunate moment comes along in which you are faced with a tough challenge or an emotional turn of events, you’d hope a friend or more than one will be present to lift you up to push forward. Some people do and some people don’t have that close friend or friends. 

It’s also a huge eye-opener that the friend you’d thought would be there for you isn’t. And that shit happens. You then need to evaluate and quickly cut that fucking person off for good. Get them out of your life. They now mean nothing to you. I don’t give two flying fucks if they’ve been your best friend from Kindergarten or not. YOU DON’T NEED NOR WANT THEM. If you can’t rely on a “True Friend” to help you get through the hard times then it’s time to cut the cord; plain and simple. 

Motivational Monday

We live in a society that when people observe other people fail, it brings them enjoyment. People love seeing people fail. It’s reality and it’s the way it is unfortunately. People find humor in other’s misfortunes and it makes themselves feel better that a friend or colleague does not do well. If you are pursuing your goals and successes and something happens or stands in your way, just think of the people who would love to watch you hit rock bottom. Everyone knows that person who would love to see you fail. I sure do and I will not let it stop me. No way in fucking hell will I allow that to happen. 

If you’re lying on the floor and stay there those people will laugh their assess off in enjoyment. They thrive on it. Refuse to allow that to happen. Take RGIII for example. Yes, he’s had run ins with upper management and coaches on the Redskins staff  that got him knocked down to the fucking floor but he got back up and started game one this NFL season with the Browns (granted he got hurt and is now out). You get my point. He never gave up and worked his ass off to start on a new team and he did. 

My motto is this. I fall on the floor, you laugh. You kick me when I’m down and you chuckle. Mark my words, when I get back up (and I will) I will knock your teeth into next Monday because the fight isn’t over yet. 

 

Motivational Thursday

There’s people who each and everyone of us will come across in our paths every single day. It doesn’t matter if you’re at work, standing in line at a Chipotle or speaking with a rep on a phone call. Make it a point to be nice to that person. You have no idea what that person has gone through the night before or what they are currently dealing with internally. Smile, open a door or wave to a person. It’s what makes this world a better place to live. I’ve sure had my days when I was younger being a dick to someone or making fun of people, but as time passes by, what’s the point? Reverse the rolls and see what it’s like having a bad day or you’re going through a tough time and someone extends a “Hello” or asks “Can I help you with that?” It may not change your mood or demeanor, but it sure as fuck won’t make it any worse. I’m not preaching to behave this way, all I’m saying is make the people you encounter on a daily basis feel like somebody. 

Motivational Wednesday

We all want to accomplish our goals that we set forth for ourselves. We work hard and get up every day to achieve them. Obstacles definitely pose a threat and get in the fucking way at times. Shit happens and when the dark days occur you cannot give up. There’s no easy path in life. If you were born into wealth or was handed a position because your dad is best buddies with the owner so be it. 90% of us out there don’t have that luxury. We work. We work hard for the things we want. Nothing is ever easy and if someone tells you that then they are an asshole. Nightmares will happen.  It’s a part of life and you have go to learn to overcome them. 

I know people who have come so close to achieving their dreams and in the blink of an eye it goes to shit. Get back up on your fucking feet and keep fighting. It’s hard to get punched in the face and lay on the ground and think, “Fuck it, I’m finished”. It’s extremely difficult. You have to learn to persevere and go after it is what you want. You only have one life to live and it can be over in a flash. You don’t want to be 70 years old and look back and say, “I wish I did that”. DO IT NOW! 

Pete Rose cheated and lied and did some fucked up shit. He’s owned up to it and is still pursuing his dreams to become a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame. He could have laid down and gave up, but no, he’s still in the hunt to get his ass in there for what he’s accomplished as a professional baseball player and I think he will one day. Pete Rose has lived a nightmare for over 25 years and he still hasn’t stopped dreaming as you shouldn’t either.