Energy is a state of mind. Tell yourself you're tired and you will be. Tell yourself you feel great and you will

From this day forward, speak to yourself in a way that you would someone you care about.

Successful people do what others know they should do but will not. To become a success, or just be more successful, you will do what average, less-motivated people will not.

The vital difference between dreamers and achievers boils down to some very basic, simple habits. People with clear, 'written-out' goals who consistently honor their defined priorities tend to get results faster than others, and enjoy a greater level of happiness and long-term success in all areas of life.

Resolve to do the things you find to be difficult. That's what confident people do. They tackle those things that are scary and they get addicted to doing it.

Advising the average person to not concern herself with calories but instead to pay attention to hunger triggers and eating foods rick in nutrients--well, it's a wonderful concept. I also love the thought of unicorns jumping over cotton candy rainbows. I'm even considering taking up basketball to see if it makes me taller. Come on already! Suggesting that someone who struggles with his weight does not need to think about calories is as risky as suggesting you not look at price tags the next time you're in the market for a car.

Get comfortable being uncomfortable, that's how you break the plateau and reach the next level.