After the author finished college and started his career, a conversation caused him to remember Miss Tessie Tate. He began to search for this book. The book was no longer in print and inquires to his elementary school for information went unsatisfied. The librarian had not even heard of Miss Tessie Tate.
A book service search was able to track down a copy for him.
Miss Tessie Tate was about being true to yourself. It was about the power of self determination. It was about deciding the direction that was/is best for you and not letting anyone turn you around.
The author of Miss Tessie Tate is Jean Horton Berg.
The author wondered how different our youth would be if school systems mandated inspirational and motivational reading materials as part of the required curriculum.
With the right attitude, anything is possible.
Everyday, there is fascinating new territory to discover and every where you turn, there is even more purpose.
Maintain an open, positive mindset everyday.
When life presents us with tragedy, we must not only strive to survive it but to learn from it, prosper from it, and grow.
What will it take to make you happy?
How do we get there? It all starts and ends with our mindsets. To be truly happy, it is necessary to surround ourselves with a wealth of positive, inspiring experiences, people, and thoughts.
Attitude is everything.
People and stocks are similar. While on any given day, for one, the returns may not be as expected, appreciable wealth is best realized when we invest meaningfully in a sensible, diversified manner.
Tomorrow, take the time to do something for yourself.
We are here for a purpose.
What step, big or small, can you take today to change your direction?
Stress—whatever it takes, get off the train.
When was the last time you felt powerless? Have you ever felt lost, ignored, victimized, or forgotten? When was the last time you felt completely alone?
Above all, stay humble, motivated, and impressionable. Know that you are blessed, opportunities abound, and life isn’t quite finished with you yet.
