Even the greatest people faced setbacks—Martin Luther King, Jr. got a C in speech class! Struggles don’t mean you’re failing; they might be shaping you for something greater. Ganel-Lyn Condie shares why your challenges may end up becoming a sacred gift you can share with the world.
Let’s be honest—no one loves chores. But what if they’re actually teaching you the key to success? Hank Smith shares wisdom from President Gordon B. Hinckley: “Work, work, work is the key to getting things done.” You can’t get around it. There’s no shortcut to success. So the next time you have a job to do, don’t fight it—lean into it. Learning how to work now will pay off big time later.
Why is starting the hardest part? Mark explains how Newton’s first law—an object at rest stays at rest, but an object in motion stays in motion—applies to your goals, your discipline, and your success. If you want to get better at something, you have to fight against the pull of staying the same. Hard work isn’t a one-time fix—it’s a campaign. Push yourself today, and momentum will carry you further than you ever thought possible.
When something feels too big, our mind makes it even bigger. But as Marcus Aurelius taught, the problem isn’t the task—it’s how we’re thinking about it. Mark Williams shares a game-changing tip: Break it down. Instead of focusing on the whole thing, commit to just five minutes. Once you start, you’ll realize the hardest part was just getting going. Overwhelm disappears when action begins. Try it today!
It’s easy to hope and wish for things, but real progress comes from action. Ryker Simmons reminds us that Doctrine and Covenants 131:3 teaches a simple truth: “If he does not, he cannot obtain it.” Whether it’s spiritual growth, personal goals, or any blessing we seek, effort is required. Heavenly Father is ready to bless us—but first, we need to show up and do the work. What step can you take today?
Feeling stuck where you're at in life? Then this talk is for YOU! Author & psychologist Dr. David T. Morgan explores 3 principles to help you bounce back better after life's challenging events so you can turn setbacks and trials into successes that work FOR your advantage! Perfect for adults AND TEENS, these simple tips will remind you regardless of where you're at, there is ALWAYS something you can do.