Before my parents decided to bring ten children into the world, they were thinking about it. Before Al Copeland decided to start his Popeye's fried chicken business, he was thinking about it.

Before Henry Ford decided to mass produce his model T Ford, he was thinking about it. Before Harry S. Truman decided to end the war and drop the big bomb, he was thinking about it.

Before I was deciding to write this article about thinking, I was thinking about it. What are you thinking about before you do what you must do to reveal the divine in you.

Some people think about it too much. Some people are too busy to think. Some people say it is too expensive to think.

Some people say it is too much trouble to think.

Will Rogers a political humorous said, "Show me two people that think alike and I will show you one that is not thinking!" Indecision is the worst decision! If you cannot decide at this time, get rid of the stress and decide not to decide. When you decide not to decide, that is a decision.

You must find your motivation. Everyone's motivation is different.

A guide to use for finding your motivation could be...Family (friends) Commitment (Love) Job (profession) Reward (money management) Pride (Beauty-Truth)

You will never overcome too busy, thinking about it too much, too expensive, too much trouble, if you do not find your own motivation (reason) The challenge in life is not to do anything. The challenge is to have a reason to do something. If you have the right motivation, all the kings' horses and all the kings' men cannot stop you. How may I serve humanity with humility? What can I do?

Mike Marino, Jr. aka "In Person," is the co-author of two books and a Distinguished Toastmaster who helps people fall in love with learning. He speaks and writes on the love of Knowledge is the root of all good!. To book Mike for your next association meeting, conference or corporate event, contact Mike Marino, Jr. In person 504 833 4405 or email marinojr(at)bellsouth.net
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