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It’s not so much what you have, but what you enjoy that measures your abundance. The real riches in life come from a contented mind and a happy heart.

Both abundance and the lack of it exists in our lives, It is always our conscious choice which secret garden we choose to enter.

The world is full of abundance and opportunity, but way too many people come to the gold mine with a shovel in their hand, instead of a dump truck. They expect little – so they receive little in return.

People with a scarcity mentality tend to see everything in terms of win or lose. They believe that there is only so much to go around; and if someone else has it, that means there will be less for them.

Develop an abundance mentality. Be genuinely happy for the successes, well-being, achievements, recognition, and good fortune of others.

Wealth without enjoyment is of little consolation. True satisfaction comes from appreciating what you have and believing you deserve abundance in your life.

Your riches will lie within you. When you focus on being a blessing, you will be blessed in return.


~ Sharlene Stevens ~

Every morning when you wake up you are magically given 24 hours of this precious, priceless substance we call time.

Time is the ingredient that we use to transform our dreams into realities and our hopes into success.

We all hear people say, “I just don’t have the time.” What they are really saying is that there are other things more important to them. We all have a lot of time. We have all the time there is.

The hands of the clock go around at the same rate of speed for everyone of us.

The main thing is that we don’t always put importance on those things that are important. We waste time on things that are unimportant to our success.

We like to think there is always a tomorrow. But if we wait until next week, next month, next year, ten years from now, honest as our intentions may be, we will find ourselves in the same settings, and the same place we are today.

Most people won’t drive their car without insurance, everyone has insurance on their home, and most people have life insurance on themselves. And yet, insurance-minded as we may be, many of us are not insuring our futures against constant changes.

The world owes us nothing, but we owe ourselves, our loved ones and the world the duty to develop our God-given talents. It’s up to us and us alone to make our dreams come true, our plans come alive.

Each day is a new gift, so get started! You are worth the time, and you are definitely worth the investment!


~ Sharlene Stevens ~

You are where you are today because of  
what you did or failed to do yesterday.

We all at some time or the other have come across life changing opportunities and our state today is a reflection of our acceptance or rejection of those opportunities.

Are you a procrastinator? Do you keep telling yourself that you must get organized but don’t take the steps to actually do it?

Are there times in your life when you don’t know what direction to take and feel stuck?

When you meet successful people, do you ask yourself: why is this person more successful than me? Why can’t I make that kind of money?

Lifelong learning is crucial to success. Think about how long you have been in business. Are you still using outdated technology that wastes both time and money?

Everyday you are presented with countless chances to be, or do whatever you desire. Don’t let negative thought patterns steer you away from your success.

Luck is a matter of preparation meeting opportunity.
Don’t miss out on an opportunity because you’re not prepared.

To achieve success, you must have self discipline.
You must increase your knowledge and develop your skills.

Finding a positive mentor or role model can help motivate you and can give you that little nudge you might need.

You’re always in the right place at the right time when you’re prepared, and you will be pleasantly surprised how doors and opportunities will open for you along the way.


~ Sharlene Stevens ~

Every situation, properly perceived,
becomes an opportunity!

But you have to act on them if you’re going to be successful.

Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any one thing.

Distant pastures always look greener than those close at hand, but real opportunities are right where you are. You must simply take advantage of them when they appear. You can start where you are at any time.

Success is all around you It’s not in luck or chance, or in the help of others, although good mentors help. Success is YOU being prepared, and being able to recognize the opportunity thats in your own back yard.

You don’t need more strength or more ability or greater opportunity. What you need is to use what you have. Learn to seize good fortune, for it is always around you.

You must go to success, it doesn’t come to you. Don’t give up! Don’t become cynical! Just because you might have failed the first time, doesn’t mean to cant find it. Get up and try again!

Open your doors to opportunity, and allow
success to walk into you life

~ Sharlene Stevens ~