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A Defeat . . . . is a Temporary Condition

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A Defeat . . . . is a Temporary Condition 

“A man is not finished when he defeated;

he’s finished when quits.”

Richard M. Nixon 1913 -1994, 37th President of

the United States

 

As I see it. . . . . . . .

A defeat . . . . is a temporary condition

 

Your attitude . . . . will determine how you view a defeat . . . . and how you will respond to the conditions that you encounter.

 

With a positive attitude . . .  . you will look at a defeat as a temporary condition . . . . You will look for the best way to bounce back . . . . and to move forward with positive momentum.

 

After a defeat . . . . you have a choice. You can dwell on the defeat . . . . and waste your time . . . . and energy focusing on the defeat.

 

Or you can focus your energy . . . . and efforts on seeking answers and solutions. You will find that this best and fastest way to work your way through a defeat is to move on . . . . and to continue your success journey.

 

You may get knocked down . . . . When you  do refuse to stay down get back up bush yourself off . . . . and push forward.

 

A defeat . . . . is a temporary condition. Reengage . . . . and move forward you put the defeat behind you.

 

©2016 Lou Ludwig Success Tips, Sales and Management Consultant, Success Coach, Speaker, Trainer and Author

 

Comments (14)

Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I rarely accept defeat Lou Ludwig and while it may sting I seldom let it win.

Mar 28, 2016 08:31 AM
Michele Connors
The Overton Group, LLC Pitt & Carteret County - Greenville, NC
Your Eastern North Carolina Realtor

Usually a lesson or a blessing ! 

Mar 28, 2016 08:33 AM
Susan Laxson CRS
Palm Properties - La Quinta, CA
Realtor in San Diego, CA & Naples, FL

Never give up and when defeated, get back up and move on. Thanks Lou for another piece of sage advice!

Mar 28, 2016 10:05 AM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

The best way to look at things Lou. Do not be defeated, it is temporary.

Mar 28, 2016 10:41 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

A temporary set back in my book and just one option less to try

Mar 28, 2016 10:47 AM
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

Thanks Lou, for your wisdom, this is a timely one for me!

Mar 28, 2016 12:32 PM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Wow Lou ...

These are some heavy words and so true!

 

“A man is not finished when he defeated;

he’s finished when quits.”

Mar 28, 2016 01:03 PM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Lou Ludwig 

A defeat is just a learning curve...use it to make you grow!

Mar 28, 2016 02:24 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

That is how I face challenges. I seek them out and never hide after a setback Lou Ludwig 

Mar 28, 2016 02:47 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

President Richard Nixon is the perfect example of this quote... he did not quit until he became President... sadly President Clinton listened to his words and did not quit when he was about to be impeached.... go figure and President Nixon quit... Endre

Mar 28, 2016 03:40 PM
DEANNA C. SMITH CERTIFIED MOBILE NOTARY
Certified Mobile Notary Signing Agent - Smith Mountain Lake, VA
Highest Ranked Certified Mobile Notary in Virginia

There is no such thing as "defeat" Lou Ludwig.   There is only quitting !

Speaking of D's feet, I've got to get off of them !     LOL

Mar 28, 2016 08:30 PM
Bruce Walter
Keller Williams Realty Lafayette/West Lafayette, Indiana - West Lafayette, IN

Lou, success is built upon experiencing and overcoming defeat; and attitude has all the world to do with the ultimate outcome.

Mar 28, 2016 09:20 PM
Bill Roberts
Brooks and Dunphy Real Estate - Oceanside, CA
"Baby Boomer" Retirement Planner

Hi Lou Ludwig I have a differnet definition of defeat. If you don't get back up, you are defeated. But if you do get back up it is only a set-back.

Bill Roberts

Mar 28, 2016 11:15 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

So true.  Defeat is only permanent when you let it be so!  Likewise, victory can be a one time thing if you celebrate it too long!

Jul 06, 2016 01:09 AM