“To Thine Own self Be True” (Shakespeare’s Hamlet)

“This above all: to thine own self be true, And it must follow, as the night the day, Thou canst not then be false to any man.”

Those were the famous words of the character Polonius, in Act 1, scene 3, of William Shakespeare‘s classic play, Hamlet. Dr. Barbara A. Mowat (Editor) and Paul Werstine Ph.D. (Editor), dubbed Hamlet as:

Shakespeare’s most popular, and most puzzling, play. … Much of its fascination, however, lies in its uncertainties.

In an age where “authenticity” and “transparency” get thrown around in almost every professional circle, To Thine Own Self Be True, is not just “old fashioned” wisdom. This sage advice from father to son is still relevant to you and me in this post-modern era.

How to To Know If You’re Being True To Thine Own Self:

Gurus and high achievers recommend asking these key questions to figure out if you’re living your true north — your authentic self.

Are you reflecting the true you in all you do?
Are you being true to your values, faith, and calling?
Is your life work in harmony with your unique skills and passions?
Do you wake up excited to serve in your job, business, or ministry?

If you answered “YES” to all of the above, then way to go! You’re most likely living up to your God-given potentials and living out Shakespeare’s secrets to success. Keep it up.

If you answered “NO” to even one of the above questions, then, you may not be living with integrity. In fact, you may be dwindling spiritually. But don’t despair, there’s good news (if you want to redeem yourself and the time).

With the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Quarter now behind us, can you say with all honesty that you have been true to your Big Hairy Audacious Goals this year?

To Thine Own Self Be True By Completing What You Said You Will Accomplish When The Year Began

If you still have some major goals that you want and need to achieve before the year is out, then make it happen in this final 4th quarter. The last three months of the year is your opportunity to really be true to thine own self and FINISH THE YEAR STRONG by taking the 100 Day Challenge.

This hardcore fast paced goal setting program is designed to create radical results quickly. That way, you can never be false to yourself when December 31 arrives and you’re asked, “did you reach your goal(s)?”

If William Shakespeare were alive today, he may advise you to go see Hamlet again so Polonius’ words: “To thine own self be true” can resonate deep within your heart. You may not be able to see the play but you can read the message here.

=> My friend, since you’re going to finish the year one way or the other, why not make it a point to FINISH STRONG? CLICK HERE to crush your year-end goals with the 100 Day Challenge.

To Thine Own Self be True in the 4th Quarter!

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