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What MLB Pitcher Jon Lester and 4 Other Professional Athletes Teach Us About Overcoming Obstacles

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After receiving his diagnosis in August 2006, Lester went through treatment, worked his way back into the major leagues and pitched—and won—a World Series game. “Instead, I asked how we get rid of this. I wanted to think positively and look forward.”. With that approach, Lester became a hero to many.

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Opportunity – Small Business Quote of the Week

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Ann Landers (1918-2002) US columnist, attrib. Opportunity – Small Business Quote of the Week by Stefan Töpfer on Jan 09, 2010 A small business quote keeps you thinking, inspired and entertained. Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don’t recognise them.&# Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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5 Tips For Incorporating Exercise Into Your Life

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And I ran the Chicago marathon back in 2002. Live an overall healthy lifestyle While exercising in itself is very important, it is really just one part of living an overall healthy lifestyle. I played on countless sports teams growing up. Exercise has made an extremely positive impact on my life. mile (approximately 7.25

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