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Throughout history, millions of stories have been told to by bedsides and around camp fires to help draw people into the images that are created out of the spoken word. When it comes to stories, probably the best type of stories in terms of getting people to take action are motivational stories.
There are stories that have inspired and touched thousands of people around the world. Have you ever read a story that got you to believe in yourself more? How about one that made you want to take immediate action towards your goals? Stories have this power because it basically lets us know that if others can do it, then so can I.
One famous series of such stories is the famous Chicken Soup for the Soul. These series of books are full of stories sent by people from all around the world. They are stories of triumph, overcoming obstacles, and success. When you read these motivational stories, you will realize that these people are no different than you. In fact, a lot of the time, they have challenges far greater than the average person will ever go through, yet they were able to completely change their life around and become an example of the true potential we as humans possess.
When you find a story that just captivates you, save it for those times when you feel defeated and want to give up. You will be reminded of how thousands before you have struggled and faced setbacks just like you are going through. You will remember that they kept pressing on. You will remember that if they could do it, then so can you. It’s during these times when you will need to hear something inspiring the most. These stories can and will change your life.
Our Guest Writer today is KEVIN. Kevin runs a site that provides motivational tools such as motivational videos, quotes, poems, songs, and other tools to help people achieve their goals.
Love does not consist of gazing at each other, but in looking together in the same direction. - Antoine de Saint-Exupery
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I don’t know if it fits in the ‘motivational’ bag but for me the ending of the story of Naaman in the Bible had an extraordinary impact on me.
After being healed by Israel’s god Naaman tells the prophet that he is going back to his own country (currently at war with Israel), and as part of his job will be found in the temple of a rival god - that is he will be disloyal to Israel’s god. The prophet says to him, “Go in peace.”
Thanks, Evan
God’s love is unconditional as his healing, as his peace. That kind of ending always has an impact.
Great post! It’s so important to have motivation in our lives and I think your idea of saving motivation stories for times when we’re feeling down is a great one. I’m definitely going to remind myself to pick up a motivational tale the next time things are going so well.
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You know what? I’ve never read a Chicken Soup book. I know - tsk. Maybe this was the ‘motivator’ to get me to the bookstore and give it a go. hmmm…I’ll take a look. Thanks for the post.
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Thanks Laurie, I could also buy one myself when I drop by a bookstore these days.
@Positively Present - I’ll stay updated with your blog, maybe you’d share in there that motivational story
Hi Jocelyn .. thanks for Kevin’s post .. really helpful to know about his stoires, poems ..stories tell us so much ..
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