Think, don't sink! There is power in thoughtfulness.
Every advancements in life can be said to be a product of thoughtful actions.
The act of thinking is not as simple as it sounds. It's serious business to
think through with tangible outcomes. Great things do not happen by
happenstance. Acting without thinking is being irrational and being irrational
is being unwise. Consequently, thinking meditatively towards a productive
course of action requires self-discipline, persistence and progressive
evolution.
Thinkers are
kings of life voyages. What marks great leaders out is their ability to think
right and act right - the willpower for success. Padre Medium posit that
"a way of developing willpower is to pay attention to what goes on in your
head, seeking to think good and rational thoughts rather than just giving in to
subconscious desires". If you want to make giant strides in life, you need
to improve and develop staying power with respect to thinking abilities.
Your mind is the mine-field for greatness. Cambridge
dictionary defines forward thinking as "the act of thinking about and
planning for the future, not just the present". Are you afraid of trying
new things? Are you excited to explore what tomorrow looks like? Do you feel
the urge in aspiring to leave a worthy legacy behind? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, you are a good
candidate for learning the act of thinking forward. The excitement of forward
thinking is in the futuristic approach. Other than learning from past failures
or events to define future outcomes, thinking backward is counter-productive.
In actual fact, getting stuck in the past is the bane of forward thinking.
Our thoughts define us. Training your mind to
conceive ideas and tuning its antenna to capture the snap-shots and processing such further for future
development is the pre-requisite for successful living. Thinking right can help
you solve difficult problems; Thinking forward will help you deliver the world
of difficult problems. It was Mo Abudu - described by Forbes as "Africa's
Most Successful Woman" - who usually ends her talk show "Moments with
Mo" with this wise saying - "If you can think it, you can do
it". I dare say that if you can perfect the habit of thinking forward, you
are the real deal. I wish you all the best in year 2020 - the golden year!
Highly instructive publication! The caption, "Thinking forward" reminds me of John Maxwell's book- "Failing Forward", a highly recommended guide for turning mistakes to stepping stones for success. You may want to consider a series or a book on this, subsequently. I'd like to read more of you your publications, please. Thank you sir.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouraging feedback. Apparently, J.C Maxwell was my very first leadership mentor. I got hooked to his books and i have read Failing Forward years back. It's truly amazing that you could rapidly find a link/connection. This was a dead venture that has just been reenacted and this is the 2nd article within 2 weeks. I hope to keep it refreshing as the days go by. Once again, thanks
DeleteAs a man thinketh in his heart, so he is. Think forward, so you move forward. Nice one
ReplyDeleteThanks for leaving your thoughts here. I like "Think forward, so you can move forward". It aptly summarizes the message.
Delete"Thinking forward" is a very inspirational article and anyone who wishes to change the narrative for the better in 2020 and beyond would adhere to its lessons. For me, it encourages curiosity, enhances creativity and reinforces problem solving abilities. Thanks sir Amos for this masterpiece, it came at the nick of time, well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks Bro Victor. Quite appreciate the fact that the article inspired you. Please share with other within your circle of influence. Who knows where there’s someone out there in need of such aid. Remain blessed.
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ReplyDelete"Think, don't sink! There is power in thoughtfulness" from the Holy Bible, The product of man's thought is what made him up. So instructive and inspiring
Thanks for the scriptural reference - Proverbs 23:7 - As a man thinks in his heart so is he. Would have loved to know you by name but the post showed "Unknown". Thanks and God bless you!
DeleteThank you so much for this wonderful piece sir.
ReplyDelete"If I can think it, I can do it".
I'm adopting this as my new mantra through out this year and beyond.
Thanks Andy, I see the footprints.....Remain blessed.
DeleteAmen. Thank you sir. Remain blessed too sir.
DeleteAmazing read.
ReplyDeleteThis is timely for me and apt.
The practice of thinking forward should be driven into the minds of our generation, many chose to waste away in past mistakes or failure, thereby missing out on important lessons that could be analyzed properly through thinking.
People should read this. Its Worth!
I'm quite delighted that you're blessed with this piece. It's indeed of great encouragement. Thanks for the feedback.
DeleteVery insightful article sir. Our minds are indeed the "minefield for greatness". I'll rather think than sink! Sometimes I wonder if I'm spending too much time to think and plan. But the outcomes always prove it's the right thing to do. That's my greatest secret for success. Thanks for reminding me to do more of it sir. Sharing with my fans right away.
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DeleteVery insightful article sir. Our minds are indeed the "minefield for greatness". I'll rather think than sink! Sometimes I wonder if I'm spending too much time to think and plan. But the outcomes always prove it's the right thing to do. That's my greatest secret for success. Thanks for reminding me to do more of it sir. Sharing with my fans right away.
ReplyDeleteNice to note that you can relate with the thoughts here in practical terms. Quite a wonderful experience to share. I'm encouraged by the feedback. Thanks for sharing with your fans right away.
DeleteVery insightful and apt. Throughout history great leaders have surrounded themselves with people who they pay to think and think and think again. Another word that can be used for Thinking is Research. Nations that are known to be great treasure their thinkers and researcher. So also individuals can improve their lot through positive Thinking. Forward Thinking is a virtue to cultivate the more at each stage of our development. Thank you for sharing this, it has charged me to always wear my Thinking cap. God bless you.
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