Motivational Media Assemblies Programs

Too many young people are not reaching their goals because they are holding back.

Their fears, ignorance, and even their friendships are influencing their poor choices.

We can hear them say, “All my life, I have wanted to play football…or get a “A” in that class…or find a boyfriend who really loves me.” Well, at some point of facing repeated disappointments, you’ve got to take charge of what’s going on and make some changes.

So many people are settling for mediocrity, accepting less than they could accomplish.

Making good decisions to get on the right track can be painful, but very satisfying.

You’ve got to be strong and determined, staying committed, practicing patience and perseverance. Overcoming obstacles is how we grow stronger.

• Life is a journey, not a destination. No one ever “arrives” at the final point, where no more work or change is needed. Real life is often a series of ups and downs, requiring us to be patient and flexible. We need to practice bouncing back, taking on the next challenge. We may not always control our circumstances, but we can choose our effort. Every tough situation requires keeping your cool.

• Unreal standards in society are causing major anxiety levels in people. We live in times of distorted standards about personal looks, easy roads to public acclaim or wealth, and satisfaction from drug use. It is not easy to see the “truth” through all the false information. Realizing that normal looks are still unique and that hard work through the years can still bring a good living is all part of growing up. When it comes to drug use, many drugs, including alcohol, marijuana and “party” drugs like ecstasy, create depression, anger and a deflated personal drive once they get a hold on people. Sometimes, the damage is horrendous!

• Determination and perseverance are only made stronger through being challenged.

Muscles don’t grow unless they are pushed or strained. Character strengths grow the same way, by trials that test us severely. You can only become confident and self-assured by going through the fire and getting to the other side. Mistakes are how we learn. Growth is what we gain. The best people are those who are willing to go the distance, who stay committed to the end.

• Friend who don’t have our best interests at heart are not good friends. People who want us to follow them into poor choices, or turn away from our convictions, are not worthy to lead. We can be smart, realizing that staying on the right track gives us the best chance for success. Having good friends who will help you stand firm and keep you strong is essential these days. Good friends don’t play loose with your safety or your future.

The most admired people are often those who have overcome great obstacles to reach their dreams. We can be those people, digging down deep, with great determination, and refusing to settle for being mediocre. Our attitude can be one of positive refusal, bouncing back from every disappointment, with an inner strength we call MISSION: POSSIBLE!