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Author: Dan Sims
Dan Sims is an author, business professional, and up and coming motivational speaker. He was born in New York and currently resides in New Jersey with his incredible wife Kareen and their four wonderful children. In Dan's spare time he enjoys doing comedy shows, watching the Steelers, and spending time with his family. Through the difficulties of Dan's life he has taken a journey that has inspired him to help others through sharing his story. He hopes to help others achieve complete self acceptance and work towards building a life of perseverance.
Create Your Own Future!
Here’s a powerful lesson I learned long ago at a workshop with author Brian Biro: The past does not equal the future! It’s really powerful when you… Read more “Create Your Own Future!”
You never know what’s right around the corner…
Do the right thing. That’s my best recommendation. At the same token, don’t expect others to respond in kind. It’s just not how the world works. Sometimes… Read more “You never know what’s right around the corner…”
Stop talking yourself out…
Here’s a quick tip, once you have decided to commit to self improvement, take action on it right away! If you are anything like me, you will… Read more “Stop talking yourself out…”
Everything matters!
Good morning! I am sitting in the car about to enter the gym. I’ve spent too much time this past month excessively eating and not exercising. Just… Read more “Everything matters!”
Don’t stall!
Today when I woke up, I spring out of bed and decided I was going to the gym early. I then proceeded to sit around and catch-up… Read more “Don’t stall!”
Don’t beat yourself up!
Here’s a thought that I had many years ago that I haven’t shared until now… Success is like working out. What is the point of weight training? … Read more “Don’t beat yourself up!”
It’s not about having the time…
‘It’s not about having the time, it’s about making the time.’ -unknown Above is a great qoute I saw the other day. I’m pretty sure it was… Read more “It’s not about having the time…”
Stop Trying to Explain Sh*t!
‘You can’t talk your way out of what you’ve behaved yourself into’ -Dr. Stephen Covey Like most posts, this one is as much a message to myself… Read more “Stop Trying to Explain Sh*t!”
Serenity
Have you ever been in a situation where everything was stacked against you? As if you were no longer in the driver’s seat of your fate like… Read more “Serenity”
Only I can stop the Rain!
Life sucks sometime! By the way, it’s also not fair! Now that we got that out of the way, let me ask you the following question. What… Read more “Only I can stop the Rain!”
Daily Quote
Inspiration can come from anywhere. You have to be open to it. Sometimes you just need to ask. Tonight I asked my daughter Violet to give me… Read more “Daily Quote”
Don’t hit snooze!
After some time to relax this weekend, it can be hard to jump back into the swing of things. I like to workout first thing in the… Read more “Don’t hit snooze!”
Be grateful!
Make sure to take time everyday to think about what you are grateful for. I had an overwhelming week at work, but I made sure to create… Read more “Be grateful!”
The Light
Good Morning! I wanted to share a song from my motivation playlist. I stumbled across this song last year, when I needed it most. I was going… Read more “The Light”
Consistency is Key!
A good friend of mine, Jermaine J. Jones often says the phrase, “Consistency is Key”. More importantly, he lives it everyday! He is the founder and CEO… Read more “Consistency is Key!”
Don’t be too hard on yourself!
I need to keep telling myself to not be too hard on myself. Life is too short. Remember to be grateful for the things you do have. … Read more “Don’t be too hard on yourself!”
One thing at a time!
Have you ever read or listened to something that could really change your life? Have you ever listened to the same thing 3 years later only to… Read more “One thing at a time!”
Time for action, not excuses!
Today has been another in ineffective day off up to this point. I accomplished some things that I had planned, but I have a bad habit of… Read more “Time for action, not excuses! “
You need to keep your priorities straight!
As I sat down to write this blog, Kareen said, ‘Can you go up and shower the kids?’. I responded with, ‘In a minute. I am writing… Read more “You need to keep your priorities straight!”
You can’t always take the easy road…
I have had a very challenging life and I am also a general manager of a busy cafe. I have many hard choices to make. These are… Read more “You can’t always take the easy road…”
Do your best and forget the rest!
I had to cut my workout short today. After many hours in the car these past 2 days, my right knee is hurting. I was hopeful I’d… Read more “Do your best and forget the rest!”
Good Morning!
Good Morning everyone. This morning I need to be at a meeting in Parsippany at 8am. For those of you not familiar with New Jersey,… Read more “Good Morning!”
Wise words from Jim Rohn
We can all agree that life is tough. This is a great qoute to remember when times get tough… Never stop believing in yourself. Talk to you… Read more “Wise words from Jim Rohn”
Where to start?
Welcome to my blog. My name is Dan Sims and I live in Central New Jersey. I have been through a lot of things this past year… Read more “Where to start?”
