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The sun shining birds are singing and all feels right in the world. Until the season changes, and suddenly you lose your motivation to get out of bed. In fact, one in five people experience some form of depression no matter the season or time of year. At the American Psychiatric Association Foundation, our vision is to build a mentally healthy nation for all. Because we want you to live your best life and be your best you all year round. Please visit mentallyhealthination.org to learn more. Clyde Lee Dennis here. And today in our seven good minutes extra segment. Our thought for today is, personal success is about setting your own standards and surpassing them each day. This quote is a powerful reminder that true success isn't measured by the expectations of others but by the goals and standards we set for ourselves. Personal success is deeply individual. It's about striving to be better than you were yesterday, continually pushing your own boundaries and finding fulfillment in your progress. When we set our own standards,
we take control of our journey. These standards are tailored to our unique strengths, values and aspirations. Surpassing them each day, even by a small margin, leads to a sense of accomplishment and growth that is genuinely our own. This approach encourages a mindset of self improvement and resilience where success is defined not by comparison to others but by personal advancement. To apply this wisdom to your life, start by identifying the standards that matter most to you. What goals do you want to achieve? What values do you want to live by? Once these are clear, focus on making incremental improvements each day. Whether it's developing a new skill, improving your health, or enhancing your relationships, small daily efforts add up to significant achievements over time. Here's a question to reflect on today. What personal standard can you set today that will challenge and inspire you to grow? Let this guide your actions as you strive for your version of success.
Today's positive affirmation is, I set my own standards and exceed them daily, growing stronger and more fulfilled with each step. Remember, personal success is a journey defined by your standards and the progress you make towards surpassing them. Celebrate each step forward as a victory in your own story. Until next time, I'm Clyde Lee Dennis and this has been Seven Good Minutes Extra.
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