For some reason, sometimes people feel like they may know you, better than you know yourself. It’s been said that when it comes to matters of life, no one should allow another person to put limitations on them. Many people quit on their dreams and goals because of negative feedback that they receive. For that reason, it is not a good practice to share your plans with everyone. For instance, after pouring your heart out sharing this new plan that you have thought of and then you hear the response, “I know you are excited, but I really don’t think that’s going to work.” What a crushing response, right? I believe that a conversation will do one of two things: encourage or discourage. However, you can always control which one you entertain.

Why would a person say negative things to keep you from achieving your success? The true answer? If they were your friend and a good support system, they wouldn’t.

Surround yourself with people that desire success because they are headed in the same direction as you. These are the people that will give you positive feedback.

Always remember, measure your success on YOUR GOALS, not someone else’s. And, never give up. I have a say that I always refer to in many situations, SLOW DOESN’T MEAN NO.