The "I've tried everything" story ensures failure. You must create an empowering story that recognizes that everyone has failed a lot but successful people have found a way to rebound until they succeed.

One belief that I've developed to carry me through extremely tough times is simply this: God's delays are not God's denials.

When you know what's most important to you, making a decision is quite simple.

You can make a lot of money. You can rule kingdoms or run huge businesses or control vast terrain. But if you're just doing it for yourself, you're not really a success.

Why live an ordinary life, when you can live an extraordinary one.

Begin to live as though your prayers are already answered.

People say it takes 10 years to change your life. It's bullshit. It takes a moment, a second. But it may take you 10 years to get to the point of finally saying, "Enough."