Are You A Human Lobster?
“A lobster when left high and dry among the rocks, has not the instinct and energy enough to work his way back to the sea, but waits for the sea to come to him.
If it does not come, he remains where he is and dies, although the slightest effort would enable him to reach the waves, which are perhaps within a yard of him.
The world is FULL of Human Lobsters: Men stranded on the rocks of indecision and procrastination, who instead of putting forth their own energies are waiting for some Grand Billow of good fortune to set them afloat.”
-Dr. Orrison Swett Marden
Early in my career I came across this quote…I have found it to be inspirational throughout my life. It’s one of those things that you know are true but somehow often find yourself battling the same situation… trying to avoid getting “Stuck On A Rock!”
What does it take to stay motivated?? This topic is the cornerstone of the lives of many of the most successful people that have walked the earth.
How Much Time Do You Dedicate Toward Achieving Your Goals?
The one thing that we all have an equal amount of… is time. There are only 24 hours in a day and the most successful people use their time wisely. They don’t sit around the TV every night or hang out at the corner bar after work. What they do is focus on the things that are important to them and prioritize these things with the time that they have. They value every minute.
Many great authors have touched on this point…“Napoleon Hill” for instance writes about time management in his best seller “Think and Grow Rich.”
Don’t Think About It… Just Do It!
This story of the lobster also ties into one of the true secrets of success selling life insurance and annuities. If you want something to happen, you must DO something…but if you want nothing to happen, then do nothing.
I am a true believer in the American Dream. I believe you can have anything you want if you are only willing to do what it takes to achieve it.
If you want your dream to come true, you have to take some kind of action to make it happen. Action is the true key to anyone’s success.
Without ACTION you are a Human Lobster Stuck On A Rock!
Keep in mind, these words are only meant to motivate and educate, they are not meant to irritate. |