Don't Settle for Mediocrity

I was discouraged this morning and needed to get back in the "game" so they say.   Push past thinking about what is, and put real effort into making something that will be.  Steven Silver gave me a good quote to kick me out of my doldrums... Thank goodness for people that inspire us!

"People who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity, no matter how impressive their other talents." (Andrew Carnegie) 

This is a harsh quote, but very true. As a teacher I have come across many students who wish to succeed in their field, but lack the motivation. Becoming  good at anything requires practice and effort and taking the initiative. By working hard  outside of a given assignment,  It is my belief that those are the individuals who will break through. I have some students now who bring me their artwork that they did during the week that I didn't assign, That is motivation. Don't  talk about it- Just do it!  

Steven Silver, Animator, Character Developer