Lessons From The Court
Life lessons can come from unexpected places.
I have learned much about myself from the game of racquetball. In
fact, I have learned a great deal over the years about all aspects
life and living on the racquetball court. Here are some of the more
important lessons that have come from the court:
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People play better when they are encouraged. It's true in
life, too. People do better when they are encouraged, rather
than criticized, condemned and judged.
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When two or more people occupy a small space, they should
learn to share. It goes for planets, too.
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The only way to get better is to practice. And in life, the
only way to improve relationships, learn courage or be happy
is to practice.
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Pay attention. Those who lose their focus, lose games. And
those people who are too distracted by yesterday or tomorrow
will never live today fully and joyously. Focus on the
present.
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There are always people who will do better than you. But your
job is not to be the best, it is to do your best.
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Attitude really is everything. When you believe in your
success, visualize it and work toward it, you are more
likely to succeed.
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Losses are lessons. When I lose a game so badly that I am
humiliated on the court, I thank my opponent for the free
lesson. Failures are not endings; they are valuable
opportunities to learn.
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It isn't over until the last point is scored. Many victories
are snatched after one comes back from almost insurmountable
odds. So it is with life.
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Work can be fun, but fun should never become merely work.
Life is to be enjoyed.
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The only way to score is to serve. Individuals and
institutions that make a difference find ways to serve
others. Additionally, those people who are happiest and most
satisfied with their lives have learned to serve. Great
lives are built on service.
~ Steve Goodier ~
[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright © 2006 (LifeSupport@yahoogroups.com) -- {used with permission} ]
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