679 Keep Moving Forward by Leigh Martinuzzi

 Keep Moving Forward

“If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” Henry Ford

Life is not meant to be easy. We will face challenges. Perfection is a state of desire and if we have this level of expectation then we may just find the down times or times of adversity that much more hard-hitting.

We will fall. We will fail. We will at times feel defeated. It is important however to keep moving forward. Progression and growth are fundamental human needs. Without them, we will find a lacking of freedom, fulfilment and happiness.

I say we must hold on to our dreams, goals and desires. We need to slow down and not dwell in moments of despair but instead reflect on what matters to us – what is truly important. Reconnect with these things and use them as motivation to keep moving forward.

“We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” Walt Disney


Further Reading and Resources 

TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading

Psychology Today: Psychology Today is devoted exclusively to everybody’s favourite subject – Ourselves

Life Hack: Tips for Life

Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y

Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.

The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.

Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain

Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate

The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.

American Psychological Association: The largest scientific and professional organization of psychologists in the United State

The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.

Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.

Brain Pickings: An inventory of cross-disciplinary interestingness, spanning art, science, design, history, philosophy, and more.

Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.

Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.

Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.” 

Addicted 2 Success: Motivation & Inspiration Website full of quotes and inspiring articles for entrepreneurs.

Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.

The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.