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Inspirational Interlude

Posted by Dave on August 26th, 2007

The golden opportunity you are seeking is in yourself. It is not in your environment; it is not in luck or chance, or the help of others; it is in yourself alone. — Orison Swett Marden

The quote above rang true for me when I came across it in a journal I received as part of my company’s 2-day culture shaping workshop. I’ve often used quotes as motivational tools for staff, and myself, and I drew an instant connection between the message in this one and my solo backpacking trip.

I interpret it to mean the growth and personal potential I hope to realize is within my power to achieve, and not by a simple change in physical location, the luck of the Irish, or support of others. I have the power to realize my full potential here and now, in my seat, at my computer desk in Arlington, Virginia, USA.

Of course, I think it’ll be a heck of a lot more fun to “be here and now” while sipping a Capirinha on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro!!

Dare Me to do something fun, weird, or challenging on the road!

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2007-08-26 11:39:23

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Comment by Michael @ Traveling Stories Magazine CANADA (1 comments.) Subscribed to comments via email
2007-08-26 11:41:07

An interesting quote, it brought back some of my readings from the Tao Te Ching which deals with personal influence versus that of fate.

Michael

Comment by Dave UNITED STATES
2007-08-26 20:22:14

Glad it struck a chord. Thanks for the link back!

 
 
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