Never Say Never

"We are like magnets - like attract like. You become AND attract what you think." - Quoted from The Secret


A couple days ago, I went to see the Justin Bieber movie. Surrounded by dozens of  pre-teen girls and giddy mums, I entered the theatre with a bit of reluctance. The next two hours of my life would be devoted to watch someone 6 years my junior conquer the world of music, dance, film and media. Great. 

Much to my surprise though, I was actually engaged in the film and blown away by the 17 year old Canadian boy's talent. Sure, the movie iconized Justin - an artist who as far as we know could be swept away from the limelight tomorrow.However, the most impressive part of Justin's character was not the fact that he could play the drums before he could write but that his drive and passion for music and entertaining was real and relentless - a theme which was emphasized throughout the film. I don't need to list the features of his success or gush about the film but instead I'd like to relate some ideas from the movie which struck a cord.

The idea of 'never say never' is powerful. I've always believed that if you believe something is possible, it is. The moment you start doubting yourself or believing you can't - well, you can't. Goals are not part of 'wishful' thinking, they should always be willful. Although Justin's case is an incredible and unique story, his motivation, drive and determination is what makes success possible. Yes, he had help and of course he has incredible talent, but the same passion and drive can be found in every person, regardless of their support systems or raw talent. 

If you believe you can run a marathon, you can. If you are confident you will fall in love, you will. If you know you wil lose 10 pounds, you most certainly will. Elimate the 'maybe','try','want','could','should' thoughts from your vocabulary and replace them with 'will','am','can', "have" and 'are' - right away. I can run Ottawa marathon in 4 hours, I will fall happily in love and I have lost 10 pounds in 6 months. The power of positive thinking will fuel your fire and drive you toward success more than any help, support or talent you have. If you believe, you will.

Take it from Justin - never say never.

Yours in health,
Jenna



Fan love at a JB concert. So many girls..