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There is no excuse for lack of effort.
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2.
I will read a newspaper each day.
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3.
There is only one me, and I’m it!
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4.
Others may have been blessed with more
money, better connections, a better
home environment, and even better
looks, but I can succeed through
hard work, perseverance, and education.
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I may be a product of a single- or
no-parent household, but I will
not hold anyone responsible for
my present, or allow anyone to interfere
with my future. Others succeed under
conditions far worse than mine.
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Some schools and teachers are better
than others, but my level of effort,
dedication, curiosity, and willingness
to grow determine what I learn.
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A role model may be a parent, relative,
friend, church member, judge, doctor,
attorney, businessperson, or someone
I’ve read about in the newspaper
or seen on the local news.
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I will set apart some time each day
to think about where I want to go,
and how I intend to get there. A
goal without a plan is just a wish.
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9.
I will seek out recommended magazines,
articles, books, biographies, videos,
and motivational and how-to books,
and use them for education and motivation.
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If suitable role models are not nearby,
I will seek them out.
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11.
A role model is someone who, through
hard work and a positive outlook,
has achieved.
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12.
Ambition is the key to growth.
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13.
I will contact role models and seek
their advice, guidance, and counsel.
People remember when they were my
age and are eager to help.
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14.
"Luck" is what happens when preparation
meets opportunity.
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15.
The light is always green. You cannot
go full speed with one foot on the brake.
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16.
I am always "in school," and I will
not waste my summer by failing to
read about and speak to people who
can inspire me.
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I will avoid friendship with people
who do not share my goals and commitments.
Nonsupportive relationships waste
time and energy.
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18.
I will not seek immediate results,
as I understand life is a journey
and not a destination.
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19.
Although I may be unhappy with my circumstances,
and although racism and sexism and
other "isms" exist, I know that
things are better now than ever,
and the future is even brighter.
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20.
I will entertain myself in ways that
challenge and expand my mind. As
someone said, a mind once expanded
never returns to its original size
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21.
I will pay attention to my diet and
keys to a healthy and productive
body and an enthusiastic mind.
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22.
Drugs are stupid. People who believe in
drugs don’t believe in themselves.
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23.
It is essential that I learn to speak
is not "acting white," but acting smart.
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24.
A well-rounded, competent student
studies math and science.
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25.
People are not born "deficient in mathematical
ability." Through hard work and
dedication, the subject can be mastered.
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26.
I understand that jobs of the future
require more preparation and training
than ever, and I am determined to
obtain the necessary background.
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27.
A strong vocabulary is the key to
communication, and I will read books
on vocabulary enrichment.
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28.
I expect sometimes to be teased, even
ridiculed. This will not stop me;
it will only make me stronger and
more determined.
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29.
I control my body and will not create
a child until I am spiritually,
psychologically, educationally,
and financially capable of assuming
this awesome responsibility.
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30.
Life is difficult. I expect setbacks
and will learn from them. Struggle
creates strength.
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31.
Every day is precious, and one without
growth is squandered.
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32.
While I may be unhappy with my circumstances,
I have the power to change and improve
my life. I refuse to be a victim.
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