You can't climb uphill by thinking downhill thoughts.
I've always taught that a poor economy is the best opportunity for salespeople because the naysayers and grumblers have already given up, leaving more territory, more opportunities to be successful than in a good economy when virtually all salespeople are out there, giving it their best.
If you're sincere, praise is effective. If you're insincere, it's manipulative.
You can't climb a smooth mountain
When you choose a habit, you also choose the end of that habit.
In the blink of an eye everything can change. So forgive often and love with all your heart. You may not have that chance again.