Henry David Thoreau

Henry David Thoreau

The great writer and naturalist, author of Walden and Civil Disobedience, Henry David Thoreau, had many words of wisdom to share.  

One of his famous quotes is, "If you advance confidently in the direction of your dreams, and endeavors to live the life you have imagined, you will experience a success unexpected in common hours." We have to dare to dream and then work to live out our dream. Whatever that individual dream may be for each of us. 

Another excellent quote is,  "It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see." How many see the same thing and have total different experiences.  How many of us see the opportunity or benefit in every experience. Look for the good, the benefit, the opportunity. 

"Never look back unless your going that way," is another wonderful quote that reminds us to keep focused on the present don't live in the past or even too far in the future, carpe diem. Seize the day, embrace the moment. 

"Most men lead lives of quiet desperation. What is called resignation is confirmed desperation." How do we lead lives of hope and expectation.  In a word Faith. Jesus tells us that with the faith of a mustard seed we can move mountains. When we put our trust in God we know that we can overcome any obstacle and achieve all we desire. 

And "There is no remedy for love, but to love more."  Thoreau was a great lover of nature, individuality, and freedom. Let us all love more.

With Love,

Tom Kaufmann
Coach K