Rehearse Success

Optimists always picture themselves accomplishing their goals.

A world class marksmen once said this (when asked about the qualities that make for success in that sport):

'The secret is mental conditioning. Everyday, I play a movie in my head in which I see myself shooting a perfect score'

One corporate president started his sales career by selling pots and pans door to door. The first day, he made only 1 sale in 40 attempts. But he never forgets the face of the woman who finally bought something : how it changed from suspicion, to interest and finally to acceptance. For years, he would recall her face as a talisman whenever things got hard.

No Pain, No Gain