𝟓 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐇𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐅𝐘𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐈𝐑 𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐌.

1. Discouragement from other people: Many people have had their dreams knocked out. The world is filled with dreams, crushers, and idea killers. Some people who aren't pursuing any dream don't like to see others pursuing theirs. Other people's success makes them feel inadequate or insecure.

2. Some people are hindered by past disappointments and hurts: Disappointment is the gap between expectation and reality. All of us have encountered that gap. We've had an unexpectedly bad experience. We've had to live with our unfulfilled desires, and we've had our hope dashed. Disappointment can be highly damaging to us.

3. Some people get in the habit of setting for the habit of average: Columnist Maureen Dowd says, "The minutes you settle for less than you deserve, you get even less than you settled for." Dreams require a person to stretch, to go beyond average. You can't reach for a dream and remain safely mediocre at the same time. The two are incompatible.

4. Some people lack the confidence needed to pursue their dreams: It takes confidence to talk about your dream and more to pursue it. And sometimes, confidence separates those who dream and pursue those dreams from those who don't.

5. Some people lack the imagination to dream: How do people discover their dream? By dreaming! That may sound overly simplistic, but that's where it starts. Imagination is the soil that brings a dream to life. Nobel prize-winning physicist Albert Einstein, a dreamer and thinker, understands the value of the imagination. He said, "When I examine myself and my method of thought, I conclude that the gift of fantasy has meant more to me than my talent for absorbing positive knowledge." Einstein called his imagination a "holy curiosity"

Thanks for reading

~ 𝗧𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗮 𝗚𝘂𝘆

here are 10 lessons from The Third Door by Alex Banayan:

1. There are always three ways in. The first door is the main entrance, where most people wait in line. The second door is the VIP entrance, where the rich and famous go. But there is always a third door, the one that most people don't even know about. This is the door that leads to success, but it requires hard work, creativity, and perseverance.

2. Don't be afraid to ask for what you want. The worst that can happen is someone says no. But if you don't ask, you'll never know.

3. Be creative. There are no rules when it comes to finding the third door. You have to be willing to think outside the box and try new things.

4. Don't give up. The third door is not always easy to find. You may have to knock on a lot of doors before you find the one that leads to success. But if you keep trying, you will eventually find it.

5. Believe in yourself. The most important step in finding the third door is believing that you can do it. If you don't believe in yourself, no one else will.

6. Don't be afraid to fail. Failure is a part of the journey. Everyone fails at some point. The important thing is to learn from your mistakes and keep moving forward.

7. Be persistent. The third door doesn't open overnight. It takes time, effort, and dedication. But if you're persistent, you will eventually achieve your goals.

8. Be humble. When you achieve success, don't forget where you came from. Be humble and grateful for the opportunities you have been given.

9. Pay it forward. Once you have found the third door, help others find theirs. Share your knowledge and experience with others and help them achieve their goals.

10. Enjoy the journey. The journey to success is just as important as the destination.
Enjoy the process and learn from every experience.

I hope these lessons help you find your own third door.

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Reading a person like a book is a skill that can be learned and developed over time. It involves observing and interpreting nonverbal cues such as facial expressions, body language, tone of voice, and gestures to gain insight into a person's thoughts, feelings, and intentions. Here is an overview of how to read a person like a book:
1. Pay attention to body language: Body language is one of the most important nonverbal cues to observe when trying to read a person. It includes things like posture, gestures, facial expressions, and eye contact. For example, crossed arms may indicate defensiveness or discomfort, while leaning forward may indicate interest or engagement.
2. Listen to tone of voice: Tone of voice can reveal a lot about a person's emotions and intentions. For example, a monotone voice may indicate boredom or disinterest, while a high-pitched voice may indicate nervousness or excitement.
3. Look for patterns: When trying to read a person, it's important to look for patterns in their behavior over time. This can help you identify consistent behaviors that may reveal underlying thoughts or feelings.
4. Consider context: Context is also important when interpreting nonverbal cues. For example, a smile may indicate happiness in one context but sarcasm in another.
5. Practice empathy: Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. When trying to read a person, it's important to put yourself in their shoes and consider their perspective.
In summary, reading a person like a book involves observing and interpreting nonverbal cues such as body language and tone of voice to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and intentions.

13 QUOTES ABOUT THE FEAR OF WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK

1. “Don't let someone else's opinion of you become your reality." - Les Brown

2. “The greatest prison people live in is the fear of what other people think." - David Icke

3. “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

4."Don't let the noise of other people's opinions drown out your own inner voice." - Steve Jobs

5. “The only way to avoid criticism is to do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing." - Aristotle

6. “What other people think of you is none of your business." - Paulo Coelho

7. “Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner." - Lao Tzu

8. “Don't be distracted by criticism. Remember, the only taste of success some people get is to take a bite out of you." - Zig Ziglar

9. “Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no one's definition of your life; define yourself." - Harvey Fierstein

10. “You were born an original. Don't die a copy." - John Mason

11. “Life is too short to waste any amount of time on wondering what other people think about you. In the first place, if they had better things going on in their lives, they wouldn't have the time to sit around and talk about you. What's important to me is not others' opinions of me, but what's important to me is my opinion of myself." - C. JoyBell C.

12. “Do what you feel in your heart to be right, for you'll be criticized anyway." - Eleanor Roosevelt

13. “You can be the ripest, juiciest peach in the world, and there's still going to be somebody who hates peaches." - Dita Von Teese

📸 Gary Cline

Daniel was already in the Lion's den when God showed up.

The three Hebrews boys were already in the fire when God showed up.

The children of Israel were already in front of the red sea when the miracle happened.

Lazarus was already dead for days before Jesus showed up.

Paul and Silas were already in the prison when God showed up.

If you look at all these situations, most humans beings will believe it is already too late.

But according to God's timing, He came right on time.

I know you are tempted to believe it is too late because you are already in the fire but we have a God who can still show up in the fire.

I know you are already giving up because you have been in that tomb of despair, and challenges for years now but we have a God who can still show up even when you are already in the tomb.

I know it feels like it is too late already.
But tonight God is saying to you.

"KEEP CALM CHILD, IT IS NOT TOO LATE, I AM RIGHT ON TIME."

THE PRIORITY OF GOD—KINGDOM FIRST (By Dr. Myles Munroe)

“Our greatest longing is also God’s primary intent and desire. God’s highest priority is restoring the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. It was to this end that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to earth to live among us for a time; to take on human flesh and become one of us. From the very beginning Jesus’ message was simple and straightforward: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near” (Matt. 4:17b). Later on, He specifically instructed His followers to “seek first His [God’s] kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matt. 6:33).

Jesus preached the Kingdom. He taught the Kingdom. The Kingdom of Heaven was the central theme of everything Jesus did and said. It was, essentially, His only message. And that message of the Kingdom is the same message the world needs to hear today because everyone on earth is searching for the Kingdom of Heaven.

The priority of the Kingdom message was brought home to me in a very personal way that transformed my life and my entire way of thinking. Some time ago I had dedicated myself to a private, personal fast. It was a very special time for me because I really wanted to spend some close time with God. My desire was that He would speak to me His heart and mind for that time in my life and reveal His greatest desire for His people. Fifteen days into the fast I sensed God saying to me: “Kingdom first!” That was it. Just two words. Kingdom first! You might think that after 15 days with no food you would receive at least a sentence from God! But no, He simply said, “Kingdom first!” Straight and to the point, which is always the way God speaks.

“Kingdom first!” A deceptively simple statement, so simple that its true depth and significance of meaning are easy to miss. At least, I thought it was simple until I began studying and discovered that this two-word statement embodies the central thrust of God’s entire plan and purpose for humankind. For you see, “Kingdom first!” is a message with universal application. It relates to everyone on earth. It is a message for the world. “Kingdom first!” is a message for Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike. It is for Buddhists and Hindus. It is for atheists and agnostics. It is for scientists, theologians, and philosophers. “Kingdom first!” is a message for people of every religion and people of no religion because it is not a religious message. “Kingdom first!” is a message that transcends religion.

Why is the “Kingdom first!” message so universal and so important? Because when we understand “Kingdom first!” we will understand how to live effectively on earth. Everybody wants to live effectively. We all want our lives to mean something. Each of us desires to control our own destiny, live out our dreams, and fulfill our highest potential. Understanding and embracing the “Kingdom first!” message will make all of these things possible. It will allow us to understand the keys to life.

PRINCIPLES

1. Nothing is more tragic than a life without purpose.

2. If you’re not doing the right thing at the right time, that means you are doing the wrong thing at the wrong time.

3. Priority helps us sharpen our vision so we can focus on the most important things.

4. If you are not pursuing the purpose you were born for, then you are pursuing the wrong thing.

5. Everything man does outside the Kingdom of Heaven is motivated by the drive to meet personal needs.

6. All religion is driven by the priority of needs.

7. Jesus said, “Don’t worry about your life.”

8. Worry is the most useless exercise in the world.

9. If you make God your source, then He calls the shots. And if He calls the shots, He pays the bills!

10. Any religion that focuses on the acquisition of things and the meeting of personal needs is a religion of pagans.

11. If food, drink, clothing, money, car, house and other material things are your priorities, then you are thinking and acting like a pagan, no matter what you claim to believe.

12. It is time for us to stop living according to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and start living by the principles and priorities of the Kingdom of Heaven.

Excerpt From
Applying the Kingdom
Myles Munroe.

THE PRIORITY OF GOD—KINGDOM FIRST (By Dr. Myles Munroe)

“Our greatest longing is also God’s primary intent and desire. God’s highest priority is restoring the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. It was to this end that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to earth to live among us for a time; to take on human flesh and become one of us. From the very beginning Jesus’ message was simple and straightforward: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near” (Matt. 4:17b). Later on, He specifically instructed His followers to “seek first His [God’s] kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matt. 6:33).

Jesus preached the Kingdom. He taught the Kingdom. The Kingdom of Heaven was the central theme of everything Jesus did and said. It was, essentially, His only message. And that message of the Kingdom is the same message the world needs to hear today because everyone on earth is searching for the Kingdom of Heaven.

The priority of the Kingdom message was brought home to me in a very personal way that transformed my life and my entire way of thinking. Some time ago I had dedicated myself to a private, personal fast. It was a very special time for me because I really wanted to spend some close time with God. My desire was that He would speak to me His heart and mind for that time in my life and reveal His greatest desire for His people. Fifteen days into the fast I sensed God saying to me: “Kingdom first!” That was it. Just two words. Kingdom first! You might think that after 15 days with no food you would receive at least a sentence from God! But no, He simply said, “Kingdom first!” Straight and to the point, which is always the way God speaks.

“Kingdom first!” A deceptively simple statement, so simple that its true depth and significance of meaning are easy to miss. At least, I thought it was simple until I began studying and discovered that this two-word statement embodies the central thrust of God’s entire plan and purpose for humankind. For you see, “Kingdom first!” is a message with universal application. It relates to everyone on earth. It is a message for the world. “Kingdom first!” is a message for Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike. It is for Buddhists and Hindus. It is for atheists and agnostics. It is for scientists, theologians, and philosophers. “Kingdom first!” is a message for people of every religion and people of no religion because it is not a religious message. “Kingdom first!” is a message that transcends religion.

Why is the “Kingdom first!” message so universal and so important? Because when we understand “Kingdom first!” we will understand how to live effectively on earth. Everybody wants to live effectively. We all want our lives to mean something. Each of us desires to control our own destiny, live out our dreams, and fulfill our highest potential. Understanding and embracing the “Kingdom first!” message will make all of these things possible. It will allow us to understand the keys to life.

PRINCIPLES

1. Nothing is more tragic than a life without purpose.

2. If you’re not doing the right thing at the right time, that means you are doing the wrong thing at the wrong time.

3. Priority helps us sharpen our vision so we can focus on the most important things.

4. If you are not pursuing the purpose you were born for, then you are pursuing the wrong thing.

5. Everything man does outside the Kingdom of Heaven is motivated by the drive to meet personal needs.

6. All religion is driven by the priority of needs.

7. Jesus said, “Don’t worry about your life.”

8. Worry is the most useless exercise in the world.

9. If you make God your source, then He calls the shots. And if He calls the shots, He pays the bills!

10. Any religion that focuses on the acquisition of things and the meeting of personal needs is a religion of pagans.

11. If food, drink, clothing, money, car, house and other material things are your priorities, then you are thinking and acting like a pagan, no matter what you claim to believe.

12. It is time for us to stop living according to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and start living by the principles and priorities of the Kingdom of Heaven.

Excerpt From
Applying the Kingdom
Myles Munroe.

John 14:6... Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

John 3:16... For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

JESUS CHRIST IS COMING SOON. BE PREPARED!

10 CLEVER QUOTES ABOUT PERFECTIONISM AND HOW TO OVERCOME IT

1."Perfectionism is a form of procrastination disguised as a noble trait." - Paul Arden

2. "Perfectionism is the enemy of progress." - Winston Churchill

3. "Don't let perfect be the enemy of good." - Voltaire

4. "Done is better than perfect, and perfect never gets done." - Jillian Michaels

5."The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one." - Elbert Hubbard

6."Don't wait for perfection. Go ahead with your best and adjust as necessary." - Esther Hicks

7. "Strive for continuous improvement, instead of perfection." - Kim Collins

8. "It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop." - Confucius

8. "Take imperfect action now rather than waiting for perfect conditions." - Unknown

9. "It's not about perfect. It's about effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that's where transformation happens. That's how change occurs." - Jillian Michaels

10. "Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together." - Vincent Van Gogh

Bonus #1
"Perfectionism is a twenty-ton shield that we lug around, thinking it will protect us, when in fact, it's the thing that's really preventing us from taking flight." - Brene Brown

Bonus #2
“Perfection is not the destination; it's the journey of continuous corrections, tweaks, and improvements. When we allow ourselves to be a work in progress, we begin to have fun in life.” - Natalie O’Rourke

“Life without fun is a life wasted.” - David Hume

Often, done is better than perfect, and good is just good enough, as long as we do our best.

We don't have to be perfect to be amazing, excellent, and loved:
👉- We are amazing to start with.
👉- Excellence is simply doing our best.
👉- True love comes to those who are true to themselves.

🏆AFFIRM: “I AM AMAZING. I DO MY BEST, AND EACH DAY I GET BETTER AND BETTER!”

Keep shining and keep smiling! ✨✨
Have a super powerful day! 💖

‘Otedola, Dangote, Elumelu Do Not Eat Three Square Meals’ – Kanayo O. Kanayo

Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has urged Nigerians to unlearn their habits of daily three square meals.

Naija News reports that the thespian in a post via his Instagram page advised Nigerians not to confine themselves to eating three meals because it was one of the lifestyles brought to the country by the British.

According to the movie star, there is nothing good about the three square meals, especially with the trend of people trying to stay healthy and fit.

Kanayo said people can eat more than three times a day, but it should be done in bits, citing Nigerian billionaires Tony Elumelu, Aliko Dangote, and Femi Otedola as examples.

He added that the aforementioned business moguls do not confine themselves to the British model of three square meals.

He said, “There are certain lifestyles the West brought us but the British brought closer and one of them is eating three square meals, nahhhh, there is nothing good about three square meals, especially now that people are trying to be in good shape with their eating habits.

“You can actually eat five times a day or more but in small bits. Three square meals that confine you to eating heavily in the morning, afternoon and night is a no.

“Say no to three square meals and be ingot health. You can see the likes of Dangote, Otedola, and Tony Elumelu, you can see their shape and you think they eat three square meals, no, they eat more than that I supposed but in very small bits. So unlearn three square meals and be healthy”