What is your favourite inspirational quote?
Costco members respond to our poll, posted to Costco's Facebook page
Just because you’ve always done it that way doesn’t mean it’s not incredibly stupid. (Unknown)
Greg Saul
If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything. (Unknown)
Rachael Andrews
Don’t sweat the petty things, and don’t pet the sweaty things! (George Carlin)
Melanie Delano
You can’t wait until life isn’t hard anymore before you decide to be happy. (Nightbirde)
Tina Janisse
Be the change you wish to see in the world. (Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi)
Jennifer Harwood Utas
A wise man may look ridiculous in the company of fools. (Thomas Fuller)
Greg Skolimowski
You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. (Winnie-the-Pooh)
Leann Beadell
Never give up. Never surrender. (Galaxy Quest)
Shawn Warkentin
Your beliefs don’t make you a better person. Your behaviour does. (Unknown)
Jean Bryant Corbin
Be kind, respect others and help thy family, friends and neighbours. (Unknown)
Dolores Wilson
“If you’ve got to work for the rest of your life, you’d better do something you’ll enjoy.”
Jim Sinegal, co-founder, Costco Wholesale
Power of positivity
Sheila Burke, founder of the website Beingbetterhumans.com, says that regular consumption of inspirational quotes has several benefits:
- Quotes can offer insight into the thoughts and teachings of wise people. Whether they are alive or dead, their words resonate and continue to enlighten for all time.
- Inspirational words often remind us about what we already know, or aspire to be, and trigger something within us to get back on track.
- Many nuggets of guidance can be found in quotes. If you are stuck in life, reading a quote about the nature of your issue can often help.
- Quotes are a great motivational tool. Print them and put them wherever you spend time for a quick and easy reminder of your goals.
Watch for the poll at Facebook.com/Costco. Or weigh in at connection@costco.com, with subject line "Poll."