Perseverance & Motivation
[Podcast] Perseverance In the Face of Defeat
Hi there, I finally got around to creating another podcast. I think I need to take some lessons in perseverance myself. I hope you enjoy this week’s story of Richard Montañez, and his journey from poverty to success. Do you have your own success story? It may not be as drastic of a life journey […]
[Podcast] Feeling Unmotivated?
This time of year can be hard for a lot of people. Too much rain, not warm enough, not enough sun. At least in my part of Canada, that’s the case. So I created a quick little podcast about what we can do when we feel unmotivated. I’d love to hear your thoughts. Carol
[Podcast] The Power of Perseverance
These are the notes from today’s podcast: Perseverance Quiz – Who are these people based on the hints about them? Listen to the podcast to find out who they are. 1. ? Too short and clumsy to play basketball ? Cut from the varsity basketball team ? Missed more than 9,000 shots and lost almost […]
[Podcast] Bright, Shiny Objects
Notes From This Episode: What are bright, shiny objects? My experience with them and all my excuses Intentions are not enough How I’m trying to focus and deal with those distractions Have a great week and enjoy your family, Carol
[Podcast] Lessons From the Ditchdigger’s Daughters
Notes From This Episode: My motivation for today is from a book that was later made into a movie. In 1950s, father was a ditchdigger and mother a cleaning lady and they had six daughters. He wanted them to have a good education and a better life. Believed always something more to strive for – […]
[Podcast] Finding Your Potential
Show Notes From This Episode: Get out of your comfort zone because people need what you know. Take a big sheet of paper and list the following: All the things, large or small, that you know how to do. They might be easy for you, but not for everyone. All the experiences you have. All […]
[Podcast] Benefit of Change
Notes from this episode: If you’re feeling under the weather, you need to take time off and rest, but it might be hard to get motivated again. This is how I got away from the computer, did something new, and changed my environment. If you’re stuck and not sure how to get going again, […]
[Podcast] No More Excuses
Notes about this episode: Too old, too tired, physical problems – all those excuses we give ourselves. Take some inspiration from Aaron (Wheelz) Fotheringham and click on the video at the top of his page https://www.aaronfotheringham.com/ (You’ll see some photos at the top and one of them is the video.) Born with spina bifida and […]







