The golden opportunity you are seeking is in yourself. It is not in your environment; it is not in luck or chance, or the help of others; it is in yourself alone. — Orison Swett Marden
The quote above rang true for me when I came across it in a journal I received as part of my company's 2-day culture shaping workshop. I've often used quotes as motivational tools for staff, and myself, and I drew an instant connection between the message in this one and my solo backpacking trip.
I interpret it to mean the growth and personal potential I hope to realize is within my power to achieve, and not by a simple change in physical location, the luck of the Irish, or support of others. I have the power to realize my full potential here and now, in my seat, at my computer desk in Arlington, Virginia, USA.
Of course, I think it'll be a heck of a lot more fun to “be here and now” while sipping a Capirinha on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro!!
Dave is the Founder and Editor in Chief of Go Backpacking and Feastio. He's been to 66 countries and lived in Colombia and Peru. Read the full story of how he became a travel blogger.
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Ben Sivalia
Friday 29th of October 2010
Amazing This really is one of the best websites I've ever come across on this subject.
Michael @ Traveling Stories Magazine
Sunday 26th of August 2007
An interesting quote, it brought back some of my readings from the Tao Te Ching which deals with personal influence versus that of fate.
Michael
Dave
Sunday 26th of August 2007
Glad it struck a chord. Thanks for the link back!
Michael @ Traveling Stories Ma
Sunday 26th of August 2007
An interesting quote, it brought back some of my readings from the Tao Te Ching which deals with personal influence versus that of fate.
Michael
Dave
Monday 27th of August 2007
Glad it struck a chord. Thanks for the link back!