Take 5

A collection of inspirational quotes, fun facts, and jokes to get you through the day.
People who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do. - Rob Siltanen
The mind forgets things to prevent overloading, as well as allowing you to learn more quickly.
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Find a way, not an excuse.
Why shouldn't you use a broken pencil?

Because it's pointless.
The tables at Starbucks are round because the designers thought it would make lone coffee drinkers feel less alone.
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Being optimistic can help you live longer.
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It’s never too late to be what you might have been. - George Eliot
A ship is always safe at shore, but that’s not what it’s for. - Albert Einstein
Yoga can boost cognitive function and lower stress.
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Pepsi got its name from the digestive enzyme Pepsin.
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Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.
Don’t be busy, be productive.
A new strain of head lice has been discovered which is resistant to conventional treatments.

It’s left scientists scratching their heads.
You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. - C.S. Lewis
The human brain wanders 30-70% of the time.
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Reading can help you feel less stressed by lowering cortisol levels by 68%.
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A champion is defined not by their wins but by how they can recover when they fall. - Serena Williams
Today I have the power to change my story.
Where do generals keep their armies?

In their sleevies.
What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals. - Zig Ziglar
You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great. - Zig Ziglar
Slow progress is better than no progress.
The same bike tries to run John down every day.

It’s a vicious cycle.
WANTED: A man who’s been stealing wheels off police cars.

It’s safe to say the police are working tirelessly to catch him.
The most productive working day is Tuesday.
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Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it. - Confucius
One day or day one? You decide.
Even if you don’t feel like smiling, the act of smiling can improve your mood by releasing happy chemicals in the brain.
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A little progress each day adds up to big results.
Progress takes place outside your comfort zone.
Yahoo is an acronym for "Yet Another Hierarchical Officious Oracle".
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You can’t start the next chapter of your life if you keep re-reading the last one.
We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us. - Joseph Campbell
You learn more from failure than success.
It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. - Confucius
‘Catching a yawn’ shows empathy.
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So far, you’ve survived 100% of your worst days.
The Coca Cola logo is recognized by 94% of the world's population.
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If not now, then when?
Google was originally called BackRub.
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Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. - Albert Einstein
Maintaining good relationships reduces stress and boosts your immune system.
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Don't wait. The time will never be just right. - Napoleon Hill
Be brave enough to be bad at something new.
Today is your opportunity to build the tomorrow you want.
Stress levels reduce significantly after the age of 33.
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Thinking in another language makes your decisions more rational.
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Laughing is good for the heart as it can increase blood flow by 20%.
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Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally. It comes from what you do consistently.
Exercising just twice a week reduces your chances of dying from cardiovascular disease by 41% and cancer by 18%.
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The best way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. - Walt Disney

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