in times of strife or uncertainty, it is easy to beat yourself up – to think you're not good enough. it is even easier to forget that despite all of our differences we are born with one very important thing is common: potential – and lots of it. what seems difficult, at times, is remembering this potential for greatness lies within us all. so i have compiled a short, easy to-do list with words of inspiration from great thinkers who have recognized their potential as a reminder and an inspiration, for those who have forgotten amidst the daily bump and grind, how to realize their power within:
生活中很多事情容易让我们泄气，认为自己不够好，甚至很多时候我们会忘记每个人都是不同的，每个人都有自己的潜力。很多时候，我们会忘记自己的潜能，本文只要旨在提醒那些忘记自己潜能的人并帮助意识到自己潜能的人最大实现自己的价值。
#1. reflect on your life.
the first step is committing to 20-30 minutes of quiet reflection everyday. you don't have to sit still, close your eyes, and meditate. but you do have to get away from all the distractions in your life such as the television, cell phones, email, radio, family, friends, coworkers, school mates, etc. they're constantly clouding your thoughts and influencing your decisions.
反思自己的生活
要做的第一件事就是每天花上20到30分钟来反省自己每天做过的事情，不一定得坐着，闭着眼睛沉思，你可以在看电视的时候，打电话的时候，和朋友，同学或家人在一起的时候都可以。
#2. become an optimist.
this is key. every negative thought that you replay your mind is like an anchor holding you back. liberate yourself from the negativity. inside every setback lies an opportunity! always find the positive in every situation.
成为一个乐观积极的人
这是关键的一步。对自己的否定是自己前进中最大的障碍，让自己从悲观中走出来，凡事多想想好的一面。
#3. set a goal.
goals give your life direction and purpose. without them you're just drifting through existence. do something bold! set a lofty goal that stretches you outside your comfort zone.
制定目标
目标让你的生活有方向和目的。没有目标你会茫然度日，做一些勇敢的事，定一个目标，让自己不要安于现状。
#4. define who your role models are.
they can be in the flesh, on tv, or even audio books. model yourself after them. learn from them. if you don't, you'll pick up bad habits from all the wrong people.
找自己的偶像
你可以从电视上，书上或其他媒体上找一个积极的人物做自己的榜样，向他们学习，这样你就不会走错路了。
#5. be grateful!
be grateful for your opportunities. be grateful for right now! being grateful invites even better things to come into your life. so what are you grateful for?
有感恩的心
对自己拥有的机会，现在都怀有一颗感恩的心。学会感恩可以让你的生活更加美好，那么你要感谢谁呢？
#6. become a life long learner.
you don't have to be in school to learn new things. commit to learning something new everyday. have an open mind. become a sponge. grow!
活到老，学到老
你不一定非得在学校才可以学习新东西。成长起来，每天都试着需学习新事物。
#7. embrace change!
it's impossible to reach your full potential if you're not willing to change. become dynamic, adaptive, evolving! realize that change is good…change is exciting!
会改变
不试图改变就很难实现自己的潜能，活跃一点，积极改变，记住改变是好事。
