End of 2008 Thoughts
George Bernard Shaw once wrote these words:
“ I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community…
as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can.
I want to be thoroughly used up when I die. For the harder I
work, the more I live. I rejoice in life, for its own sake. Life is no
brief candle to me; it is a splendid torch, which I’ve got hold of for
the moment. And I want to make it burn as brightly as possible,
before handing it on to future generations.” I hope that quote inspires you as much as it does me.
It is a great thought to end out a great year on. With so much war and economic turbulence this
past year many are not as hopeful in their outlook for 2009. Remember it is about the journey that makes your life
full not the arrival at the destination. Some journey’s are as easy as driving to the mall from suburbia.
Other journeys are much wilder like being on an African safari.
Throughout my life, I’ve had the privilege of getting up on
stages all over the planet and being able to inspire people, helping
them find motivation and inspiration in their professional
and personal lives. I’ve been honored to share
hopes, fears, strategies, laughter, and warmth with them,
my family, and close friends. I have been blessed to
learn from so many of them all. I’ve gained a some insight
– and a lot of fun – along the way.
I would never boast to be the world’s expert on being inspirational or passionate as a motivational speaker.
I have been but one man who has noticed countless, amazing qualities in other people, and then compiled
them for the benefit of my audiences. May you continue to drink in all the goodness of God and give that back
to others in that God given calling in 2009!