Inspiration Folder

Links for inspiration from various sources
Link Tim Minchen Commencement Speech 9 things to live by File 50 Points Extra Credit Goal Sheets I am a firm believer in goal setting and have seen how they have affected my life for the better. Dream Big, if you can't say it you don't deserve it. You have to work for your dreams and your habits will dictate who you become. Some great quotes on habits: “Take control of your habits. Take control of your life.” Anonymous “Feeling sorry for yourself and your present condition is not only a waste of energy but the worst habit you could possibly have.” Dale Carnegie “Quality is not an act, it is a habit.” Aristotle “Your character is the harvest of your habits.” Adrian Rogers “Consistency creates habit and our habits shape our life.” Anonymous “Motivation is what gets you started, habit is what keeps you going.” “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” Aristotle “Successful people are simply those with successful habits.” Brian Tracy Fill these sheets out completely to earn the full points, partially filled out will earn partial points Link Lessons for Students by Zach Lieberman from the School for Poetic Computation School for Poetic Computation is an artist run school in New York that was founded in 2013. A small group of students and faculty work closely to explore the intersections of code, design, hardware and theory — focusing especially on artistic intervention. It’s a hybrid of a school, residency and research group. Link 17 Brene Brown Quotes to Inspire You to Success and Happiness University of Houston research professor Brene Brown has over the past few years rocketed in popularity because of her groundbreaking work in the areas of vulnerability, courage, worthiness, and shame. Brene is the author of three New York Times No. 1 bestselling books, and she makes numerous speaking appearances each year. Brene has a way with words, and she is an inspiration to millions of people around the world. Here are 17 particularly inspiring Brene Brown quotes that will inspire you to success and happiness, followed by her illuminating TED talk on the power of vulnerability. Media Embed Ted Talk by Andy Puddicombe founder of Headspace When is the last time you did absolutely nothing for 10 whole minutes? Not texting, talking or even thinking? Mindfulness expert Andy Puddicombe describes the transformative power of doing just that: Refreshing your mind for 10 minutes a day, simply by being mindful and experiencing the present moment. (No need for incense or sitting in uncomfortable positions.) Media Embed Amanda Palmer: The Art of Asking Link Letter from Sol Le Witt to Eva Hesse Recited by Benedict Cumberbatch " In 1960, pioneering American artists Sol LeWitt and Eva Hesse met for the first time and became close friends. In 1965, Eva found herself facing a creative block during a period of self-doubt, and told Sol of her frustrating predicament. Sol replied with this letter." Remember Just DO! Link So You Want to Be Famous? "Fame is just another day at another job. How is it we have built our entire lives on chasing a dream that, once reached, is far from what we thought." Link HCC Career Coach Use this tool created by HCC to help plan your future career.