The only thing that is going to help you become mentally strong is to take action. YOU need to take action. YOU are the master key in this whole affair. You need to start DOING THINGS. Sitting around ‘hoping’ that something is going to happen is not the same HOPE that makes you DO something to make things happen. Sitting and hoping that life will give you a break is not going to suffice. If you take action, then life will meet you and give you that break. Unseen forces will work for you, rather than against you. You must do things in the face of moments, time and fear rather than in the absence of it. Show some courage and get moving. Never focus on the impossibility of the situation. Focus on the resources you have.

JUST DO SOMETHING, ANYTHING. BUT GET GOING. ACTION WITH A SENSE OF URGENCY IS WHAT IS REQUIRED. TIME WAITS FOR NO
PERSON. LIGHT THAT FIRE WITHIN YOU.

I am not sure who said this, but it is an appropriate summary of what I am speaking of, “There is no way I was born to just pay bills and die.” Here is another great quote, “What is your WHY?” Actions are going to save you. Actions that will propel you to the next level. Action is the key to success. What you need is a clear goal and a plan to move you toward that goal.

If you have financial problems and it renders you unprofessional, unapproachable or unproductive, then speak to your creditors, arrange a more manageable repayment term or date and note it in your plan. You can do it. Shake off the apathy and excuses that are holding you back and go for it.

I heard a speaker at a conference say that, “if you need the resources, get them. If you need the money, get it. If you need the people, get them …” Just start. Do the things you want to do. Starting is a good point of departure. Sitting around and waiting has never produced greatness for anyone. By attacking, you will overcome your fears. So, what are you waiting for? The perfect moment? The perfect time? Your fear to subside? Moments, time and fears wait for no one, including you. Just do something. Is it too late to become successful? NEVER! You are one action away from success. You need to make that decision every day. No, it isn’t easy, but it is eminently rewarding.

THERE ARE RISKS AND COSTS TO ACTION. BUT THEY ARE FAR LESS THAN THE LONG RANGE RISKS OF COMFORTABLE INACTION. — JFK.

Best,

Marcus van Wyk