"Every time you say'but', you are giving yourself a get-out clause."

"The only thing you have total control over is who you choose to be. Be the best you can be."

"Very few changes in life are achieved without effort and a commitment to making that effort."

"Be mindful of the company you keep. Don't let negative people cloud your vision."

"Give the people you love the best of yourself, not the worst."

"Being generous is not just about the decisions you make with your wallet. Being generous with your time and energy is just as important."

"It's hard to be present when your attention is suffering information overload. Switch off and just sit still."

"Learning from the past can help you move forward. Lingering in the past will only hold you back."

"So many of life's eventualities are beyond your control. Work out what things you can influence and come to a peaceful acceptance of the rest."

"Having a poverty mentality leaves you focusing on all the things you don't have, when in reality you probably already have everything you need."

"There is a big difference between being self-ist and being selfish-putting yourself first doesn't mean you have to put everyone else last."

"Commit to being happy and make the choices that will support your commitment."

"Most of the things you find yourself wanting will have little or no bearing on the happiness in your life."

"Choose to be happy. It's the only sensible option!"

"Remember to afford yourself the same generosity you give to others."

"Don't take your happiness for granted. Be proactive about maintaining and sustaining it in your life."

"There is no such thing as'no choice'. There are always other options. Explore yours."

"Don't sabotage your chance for happiness. Own up to the real choices you are making."

"You have to give yourself permission to be happy. Nobody else can give it to you."

"To be happy, you need to do the right thing for you, even when it feels like the hardest thing in the world."

"Be generous with your time and energy. The harder it is to give, the more the other person deserves it."

"If you want to be the best you can be, don't judge anyone. Not even yourself."

"Multi-tasking is stressful. You will get things done much faster if you do them one at a time."

"If you believe in yourself, anything and everything is possible."

"So many people sabotage their own chances for happiness-don't be one of them."

"Accept the past, dream of the future, but live in the moment."

"Unless you have a crystal ball you don't know how the future is going to unfold. Focus on the things you can influence and don't fret over the rest."

"Believe in yourself, believe in your dreams and believe in your right to achieve your dreams."

"Although happiness is a state of being, it usually still requires some doing if it is to belasting in your life."

"Having a vision is great, but don't be so focused on your next goal that you forget to enjoy your achievements."

"The only way to get an understanding of the true wealth in your life is to acknowledge all the things you have to be grateful for."

"Being the best you can be takes courage. You need to own your decisions and have the courage to see them through."

"When you make a choice, acknowledge all the consequences. That way you won't be left feeling compromised."

"Your expectations determine your experience. Expect the best from life and you will usually get it."

"There is nothing wrong with wanting more. There is no reason why you should n't get everything you want from life."

"See the world as being filled with positive potential. Focus your attention on your intention and make that potential a reality in your life."

"It is only when your actions and words are aligned that you can achieve your true potential."

"When you decide to be the best you can be, don't be surprised if the circle of people you want to spend your time with becomes smaller."

"Recognise how much you have to give."

"Examine your self-talk. Never speak to yourself more harshly than you would to a small child."

"Self-pity never leads to happiness. Remind yourself that the situation may not be ideal, but it's rarely the worst that could ever happen."

"Don't rely on the opinions of others. Only you will know what is right for you."

"Being a control freak is a sign of a vulnerableself-esteem. The better you feel about yourself the less you need to control everything around you."

"True happiness is a state of being, not one of doing or having."

"The only person who can take responsibility for your happiness is you."

"Find a way to express your gratitude for the wealth and abundance in your life."