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It is human nature to sometimes feel that we are lacking in one aspect or another in life.
 
Whether it is our ability to solve mathematical equations, capacity to hold an intelligent conversation, or confidence to get on the dance floor and strut our stuff, we were all provided with these talents the day we were born.
 
It is merely up to each and every one of us to put these innate skills into use on a daily basis, and to have the necessary self-esteem to realize that there is nothing we can't do if we apply ourselves.
 
I am not claiming that we are all Isaac Newton, JFK, or John Travolta, but my point is that we can do anything we put our minds to, just like those who became famous in their respective fields did, and it only takes practice, determination and enthusiasm.
 
For me, alcohol, drugs and gambling became my Achilles' heel, which, upon deep introspection, I learned was caused by a lack of self-esteem and self-confidence on my part.
 
Consequently, by getting help for my addictions, I have been able to turn things around, which has resulted in my writing, "Jew in Jail," becoming a motivational & inspirational speaker, and enjoying a healthy and happy lifestyle, realizing that there is nothing I can't accomplish.
 
An important note to always remember is that there is absolutely nothing wrong with trying and failing at first, simply because it is part of the learning process.
 
On the other hand, not even making an attempt at something will only lead to "should've, could've, would've" later on in life, with the uncertainty of what might have been filling one's mind for years to come.
 
Put differently, an error of commission is much better than one of omission.
 
So, remember, you can do and become anything in life.
 
All it takes is a decision and the desire to try.
 
Until next time, always reach for the moon, because, even if you miss, you will be among the stars!
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Do You Have The "Write" Stuff?

One thing I always make sure to tell my audience, when I am delivering a motivational & inspirational speech in order to increase their self-esteem and self-confidence, is that each and every single person can express their feelings by writing.
 
All it takes is a pen, piece of paper, and one's imagination and innermost thoughts.
 
Actually, in this internet age, the pen and paper aren't even necessary anymore, so it makes this "task" even easier!
 
For me, writing "Jew in Jail" (out by hand, incidentally) while serving my sentence in prison was incredibly therapeutic, at a time in my life when I was so down on myself for the situation I created.
It afforded me the opportunity to become introspective and reveal to myself why I had been acting out and behaving the way I was for so long, as well as figure out what caused my addictions to alcohol, drugs and gambling in the first place, which led to my arrest and incarceration for robbery.
 
Since returning home a free man in 2004, I have been busy promoting "Jew in Jail," speaking at drug treatment programs, hospital detoxes, jails, schools, and anywhere else people need to hear an uplifting story of redemption.
 
The one constant I continuously maintain when I speak is the importance for humans to release their feelings, which, for me, is best served through writing.
 
Writing is one activity that doesn't punch a time clock, allows the participant to be his or her own boss, costs nothing but time, and has the potential to affect so many people's lives in a positive way.
 
While I am not knocking good old fashioned conversation, I feel writing has one major advantage that the former doesn't, which is the ability to go back days, weeks, months, or even years later and reread what has been written to chart one's progress and discover if anything beneficial became of putting those aforementioned thoughts down on paper or computer screen.
 
Writing is also very personal, so whether you call it a diary, journal, or whatever, give it a try.
 
Your brain is chock full of thoughts, feelings, emotions and ideas, many of which you might not even realize you have, unless you sit down and unleash them one word at a time.
 
I'm sure you have the "write" stuff inside of you, waiting to come out, so don't delay.
 
Your skills and talents need to be showcased at once.
 
Plus, who knows - you just may have the next best seller at your fingertips!
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