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A colllection of motivation related quotes to inspire you.
There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as if everything is.
Always strive to add rungs to your ladder of life.
People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. I don?t believe in circumstances. The people who really make it in this world are the ones who get up and look for the circumstances they want and if they can?t find them, they make them.
Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.
The principle is competing against yourself. It?s about self-improvement, about being better than you were the day before.
You get credit for what you finish, not what you start.
Snowflakes are one of nature?s most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together.
The man who wants to lead the orchestra must turn his back on the crowd.
Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.
I can feel the wind go by when I run. It feels good. It feels fast.
Things that were hard to bear are sweet to remember.
You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however.
It is better to live one day as a lion, than a thousand days as a lamb.
The true measure of an individual is how he treats a person who can do him absolutely no good.
If you let your head get too big, it?ll break your neck.
Never look down on anybody unless you are helping him up.
No change of circumstances can repair a defect of character.
Something we were withholding made us weak, until we found it was ourselves.
The difference between fiction and reality? Fiction has to make sense.
There are no short cuts to any place worth going.
He who thinks he has no faults has one.
In the depths of winter I finally learned there was in me an invincible summer.
Attitudes are contagious. Is yours worth catching?
Things don’t go wrong and break your heart so you can become bitter and give up. They happen to break you down and build you up so you can be all that you were intended to be.
To exist is to change; to change is to mature; to mature is to create oneself endlessly.
Conscience is the inner voice that warns us that someone might be looking.
Look at a man in the midst of doubt and danger and you will learn in his hour of adversity what he really is.
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.
Character is simply habit long continued.
Suffering is the tuition one pays for a character degree.
Without forgiveness life is governed by?an endless cycle of resentment and retaliation.
Hard work spotlights the character of people; some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses, and some don?t turn up at all.
The basic difference between being assertive and being aggressive is how our words and behavior affect the rights and well being of others.
A smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.
It takes twenty years to become an overnight success.
May you live every day of your life.
Set yourself up for success and anything is possible.
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.
Habit is habit and not to be flung out of the window by any man, but coaxed downstairs a step at a time.
To keep a lamp burning, we have to keep putting oil in it.
Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than fear.
A ship in the harbor is safe. But that?s not what ships are built for.
Behold the turtle. He only makes progress when he sticks his neck out.
Fortune favors the bold.
Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.
Yes, risk taking is inherently failure-prone. Otherwise, it would be called sure-thing-taking.
Do not be afraid to ask dumb questions. They are easier to handle than dumb mistakes.
One man with courage makes a majority.
Personal beauty is a greater recommendation than any letter of reference.
1. Watch professional golf players play the game.
If you want to become a golf player, it is a good idea to watch professional golf players playing the sport. When you watch them, you would become more inspired in getting better with your game. Aside from that, you could also take note how they carry themselves on the field, as well as how they make their swings.
2. Find a playing partner.
Playing golf is interesting, especially if you do it together with a friend. Find a friend who also wants to learn how to play golf, so that you can each share some pointers. Aside from that, you can both boost your motivation by competing against each other from time to time.
3. Hire a trainer.
To begin learning the sport, it is best if you can hire a trainer. The professional trainer can guide you on how to execute the proper swing. Aside from that, he can also monitor how you handle yourself with each swing, and be able to make adjustments. Moreover, a trainer can provide you the guidance you need in every aspect of the game.
4. Buy a good pair of sunglasses.
Buying accessories for your newfound sport can be fun. One of the more important accessories though would be a pair of sunglasses. This is because, when playing the game, you would be doing it out in the field, when the sun is shining bright. A good pair of sunglasses would provide your eyes the protection that it needs.
5. Find a good pair of golf shoes.
There are lots of golf shoes available in the market today. However, you should know that they are not all the same. Thus, it is best if you do your research about the brands that are more preferred by professional golf players. This way, you can choose a pair of golf shoes that can really serve its purpose for a long period of time.
6. Buy golf clubs.
Having your own golf clubs is important if you are serious in playing golf. Just keep in mind though that golf clubs are pretty expensive. Therefore, you should purchase a set that are really made with the best materials. Aside from that, you should also know how to compare the different sets of clubs, so that you can choose the best ones while playing the game.
7. Find a good caddy.
When you play at a certain golf course, it is best if you find a caddy that you can rely on. A good caddy should be able to give you the club you want in just a few seconds. Aside from that, he
should also be someone who is easy to work with. Furthermore, once you find a good caddy, try to see if you can make him your regular assistant, so that you won’t have to find someone else.
8. Go for smaller golf courses at first.
There are golf courses that have 18 holes, while others have only 9 holes. Aside from that, each of the innings of these golf courses may also vary in terms of their sizes, as well as in their designs. Since you are still starting out in playing the game, choose the courses that are relatively smaller first. Aside from that, visit those that offer simpler obstacles.
9. Book hotels that have or are near a golf course.
When you go on a vacation with your family, try to book a hotel that has a golf course on its own, or at least near to one. You can also do this even on business trips, as long as you have spare time. By doing this, you would be able to try out other golf courses, which are designed differently from the ones you are used to in your place.
10. Read stories about successful golf players.
Reading stories about successful players in the game of golf can be done through magazines, or even through the internet. Doing this would inspire you more in playing the game. Aside from that, you can also gather ideas on how they are able to improve on their game and follow them.
11. Take note how professionals do it.
It is a good idea to visit golf courses where well known professionals enjoy the game. When you do that, you would be able to see them play golf. With that, you would be able to take note on how they would do their putting, how they execute a powerful swing, how they decide between the woods and the irons, and so on.
12. Eat a healthy diet.
Although playing golf would not require running, jumping, and, other types of activities, it is still best if you watch what you eat. This is because playing golf would still require a lot from you physically. Keep in mind that golf courses are very big pieces of land. Thus, you may often find yourself walking uphill or downhill in getting to the hole. With that, it is best if your diet can provide you with the energy that you need.
13. Try to lose weight.
If you have gained some weight than you think you should, then it is best if you lose some of them. This is because playing golf also need you to become flexible. Your flexibility can help you in executing the swing properly. Thus, eat right and get some exercise, so that you would become fitter.
14. Build your stamina.
When you watch professionals playing golf, it may be easy for you to conclude that playing it would not need you to have good stamina. On the contrary, you need to build your stamina in playing golf. This is because going from one hole to the next can become quite tiring, aside from the fact that you are going to do lots of swings. When you get tired, it might affect your judgment in selecting the clubs, as well as executing your swings. Thus, it is best if you have good stamina.
15. Develop a way to determine the direction of the wind.
Always remember that the golf ball is lightweight. Therefore, when it is in midair, the wind can easily affect the direction that it is going. Therefore, it is best if you can develop a way to determine the direction that the wind is going. By doing that, you would be able to properly target the hole by considering the wind‘s direction and speed.
16. Develop a way to determine the roughness or smoothness of the green.
When you hit the ball while you are putting, you might get surprised when it slowly goes to a different direction. It is actually the grass inside the green that influences it. Aside from that, it can also affect the speed of the ball. Therefore, it is best if you check the green properly. Moreover, don’t forget that it is also possible that the green has an angle.
17. Think about playing golf at nights.
Before you go to sleep, while you are lying in bed, it is best to think about playing golf. This way, you would be more motivated in practicing your swing, and your putting the next morning. Aside from that, thinking about the sport at nights can also give you the opportunity to plan your steps in training for it.
18. Come up with a plan.
When you are about to learn how to play golf, it is a good idea to come up with a plan for it. Your plan should provide you with the guidance on the steps that you need to take in learning to play golf. This would involve hiring a trainer, going to a driving range, buying your gears and accessories, and many more.
19. Set up goals.
When you play golf, it is best if you set up goals for it. For example, your initial goal may be to finish holes in a golf course with a par; and, once you are able to hit it, you can set goals that can offer you with more challenge. Setting up goals would provide you with the challenge that you need, aside from helping you in monitoring your progress.
20. List down the things you need to bring.
If you are on your way to a golf course to play the game, it is best if you can bring all the necessary things you need. Thus, you should come up with a list of things you want to bring. The list should help you check on the things you need. However, make sure not to forget checking the list. With that, you should hang it somewhere you can easily see, such as at the door of your refrigerator.
A one ounce milk chocolate bar has 6 mg of caffeine.
A person infected with the SARS virus, has a 95-98% chance of recovery.
A toaster uses almost half as much energy as a full-sized oven.
A volcano has enough power to shoot ash as high as 50 km into the atmosphere.
About twenty-five percent of the population sneeze when they are exposed to light.
Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
Albert Einstein was offered the presidency of Israel in 1952, but he declined.
Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar were both epileptic.
All babies are color blind when they are born.
Americans did not commonly use forks until after the Civil War.
An airplane mechanic invented Slinky while he was playing with engine parts and realized the possible secondary use for the springs.
An apple, potato, and onion all taste the same if you eat them with your nose plugged.
An earthquake on Dec. 16, 1811 caused parts of the Mississippi River to flow backwards.
Another name for a Microsoft Windows tutorial is ‘Crash Course’!
Antarctica is the only land on our planet that is not owned by any country.
Approximately 25,000 workers died during the building of the Panama Canal, and approximately 20,000 of them contracted malaria and yellow fever.
Astronauts get taller when they are in space.
Babies who wear disposable diapers are five times more likely to develop diaper rash than those that wear cotton diapers.
Babies’ eyes do not produce tears until the baby is approximately six to eight weeks old.
Because metal was scarce; the Oscars given out during World War II were made of plaster.
Before toilet paper was invented, French royalty wiped their bottoms with fine linen.
Business.com is currently the most expensive domain name sold for $7.5 million.
Buttermilk does not contain any butter.
By partially filling saucers with vinegar and distributing the saucers around a room, you can eliminate odors.
Canada is an Indian word meaning ‘Big Village’.
Children are more allergic to cockroaches than they are to cats!
Cleopatra married two of her brothers.
Common pesticides such as roach, termite, and flea insecticide can be found in the bodies of majority of Americans.
Crayola is a French word that means ‘Oily chalk.'”
Duracell, the battery-maker, built parts of its new international headquarters using materials from its own waste.
During World War II, Uncle Ben’s was the exclusive supplier of rice to the U.S. Armed Forces.
Each year, there are more than 40,000 toilet related injuries in the United States.
Early Romans used to use porcupine quills as toothpicks.
Fine-grained volcanic ash can be found as an ingredient in some toothpastes.
From the age of thirty, humans gradually begin to shrink in size.
Gardening is said to be one of the best exercises for maintaining healthy bones.
George Washington grew marijuana in his garden.
In 1897, Bayer, who is the maker of Aspirin, marketed the drug heroin.
In 1998, Sony accidently sold 700,000 camcorders that had the technology to see through people’s clothes.
In New York City, approximately 1,600 people are bitten by other humans every year.
Indoor pollution is 10 times more toxic than outdoor pollution.
Infants spend more time dreaming than adults do.
It costs about 3 cents to make a $1 bill in the United States.
It takes about 63,000 trees to make the newsprint for the average Sunday edition of The New York Times.
King Kong was Adolf Hitler’s favorite movie.
Leather skin does not have any smell. The leather smell that you sense is actually derived from the materials used in the tanning process.
Left-handed people are better at sports that require good spatial judgment and fast reaction, compared to right-handed individuals.
Leonardo da Vinci was dyslexic, and he often wrote backwards.
Malcolm X’s original name is Malcolm Little.
Marie Curie, the Nobel prize winning scientist who discovered radium, died of radiation poisoning.
Medical research has found substances in mistletoe that can slow down tumor growth.
Microsoft made $16,005 in revenue in its first year of operation.
Most dust particles in your house come from dead skin.
Nazi leader Adolf Hitler had only one testicle.
New York’s Central Park is nearly twice the size of the entire country of Monaco.
Next to Warsaw, Chicago has the largest Polish population in the world.
Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
Oil tycoon, John D. Rockefeller, was the world’s first billionaire.
On average, a disposable diaper can hold up to 7 pounds of liquid.
On average, the life span of an American dollar bill is eighteen months.
One gallon of used motor oil can ruin approximately one million gallons of fresh water.
Paper money is not made from wood pulp but from cotton. This means that it will not disintegrate as fast if it is put in the laundry.
Pilgrims did not eat with forks. They only used spoons, knives and their fingers.
Q-Tip Cotton Swabs were originally called Baby Gays.
Rapper LL Cool J’s name is short for ‘Ladies Love Cool James’.
Reno, Nevada is actually west of Los Angeles, California.
Research indicates that babies who suck on pacifiers are more prone to ear aches.
Some asteroids have other asteroids orbiting them.
Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
Tasmania is said to have the cleanest air in the world.
Teflon is the slipperiest substance in the world.
The ‘King Ranch’ in Texas is bigger than the state of Rhode Island.
The ‘vintage date’ on a bottle of wine indicates the year the grapes were picked, not the year of bottling!
The Atlantic Ocean is saltier than the Pacific Ocean.
The average home creates more pollution than does the average car.
The average office desk has 400 times more bacteria than a toilet.
The bark of an older redwood tree is fireproof.
The best time for a person to buy shoes is in the afternoon. This is because the foot tends to swell a bit around this time.
The first domain name ever registered was Symbolics.com.
The first product that Sony came out with was the rice cooker.
The first product that the toy company Mattel came out with was picture frames.
The first toilet being flushed in a motion picture was in the movie Psycho.
The household wrench was invented by boxing heavyweight champion Jack Johnson in 1922.
The IRS employees tax manual has instructions for collecting taxes after a nuclear war.
The leading cause of poisoning for children under the age of six in the home is liquid dish soap.
The most dangerous job in the United States is that of an Alaskan Crab Fisherman.
The only king without a moustache in a deck of cards is the king of hearts.
The revenue that is generated from gambling is more than the revenue that comes from movies, cruise ships, recorded music, theme parks, and spectator sports combined.
The search engine Google got its name from the word ‘googol’, which refers to the number one with a hundred zeros after it.
The U.S. army packs Tabasco pepper sauce in every ration kit that they give to soldiers.
The United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
The WD in WD-40 stands for Water Displacer.
There are 365 steps on the front of the U.S. Capitol Building – one for every day of the year.
There is a giant mushroom in Oregon that is over 2,400 years old, covers 3.4 square miles of land, and is still growing!
To sell your home faster, and for more money, paint it yellow.
U-Haul is the world’s largest advertiser in the Yellow Pages.
Warner Chappel Music owns the copyright to the song ‘Happy Birthday’. They make over $1 million in royalties every year from the commercial use of the song.
Warren Beatty once worked as a rat-catcher!
Wheel of Fortune star Vanna White holds the record for putting her hands together approximately 140,000 times to clap.
When Scott Paper Company first started manufacturing toilet paper they did not put their name on the product because of embarrassment.