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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.

    Take Time to Reflect. 

    Take advantage of the next few days until new years.   It’s a chance to really reflect on your life and decide on what your resolutions should be. … Read more “Take Time to Reflect. “

    December 26, 2017 by Dan Sims

    Whatever you are doing, make an impact!

    “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” -John F. Kennedy Have you ever felt like whatever you… Read more “Whatever you are doing, make an impact!”

    December 22, 2017December 22, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    December 15, 2017December 15, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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…”

    December 7, 2017December 7, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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…”

    December 6, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    December 5, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    November 18, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    November 15, 2017November 15, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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…”

    October 25, 2017October 25, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 23, 2017October 23, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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”

    October 21, 2017October 21, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 20, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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”

    October 18, 2017October 18, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 16, 2017October 16, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 15, 2017October 15, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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”

    October 10, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 9, 2017October 10, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 7, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 6, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!  “

    October 5, 2017October 5, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    October 3, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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…”

    October 2, 2017October 5, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    September 28, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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!”

    September 26, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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”

    September 23, 2017September 23, 2017 by Dan Sims

    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?”

    September 22, 2017December 31, 2017 by Dan Sims

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