The arduous preparation for success begins with motivation and ends with action. If you read stories of people who overcame insurmountable challenges, you will find that these people achieved success through motivation. This motivation could be in any form: a story, a mentor, or even an inspiring moment in their life. What eventually translated into success was their ability to channel motivation into action.

If you wish to fulfill your dreams but lack motivation, read motivational quotes by well-known personalities. This collection of motivational quotes expands to a wide range of topics: abundance, choice, destiny, achievement, and many others. You never know... these motivational quotes could change your life forever.

I had a friend who was a voracious reader. Not just was she an avid reader, she also loved to collect books. She had a library filled with tattered and moth-eaten books. I asked her why she did not discard the books that she had read. She responded by saying that books were her ticket to a magical world, where she experienced freedom from the real world. How then could she discard her magical world?

I found her response a bit eccentric, but I can understand what she was saying. Books can be so overpowering that they transport you to a different realm. If books mesmerize you, enjoy this mixed bag of book quotes. I have cherry-picked some of the best quotes from famous novels such as Jane Eyre, Les Misérables, The Great Gatsby, and others.

Don't try to second-guess your kid's plans for Mother's Day. That can totally ruin the surprise. Also don't build up your expectations. I have seen that when I don't raise the expectation bar, I am pleasantly surprised with my kids' efforts. Enjoy the day by simply acting like a kid. It helps to let your hair down once in a while.

Feel good about yourself after reading motherhood quotes. And if you are curious to know why motherhood is so glorified, read quotes about mothers. Have a great Mother's Day.

Ok, I know it sounds cliched, but I have to tell you this. Moms love getting that extra bit of attention from their kids. A warm hug, a sweet note with thoughtful Mother's Day quotes scribbled on it, or lunch at her favorite restaurant.

And mothers, don't feel guilty about your kid's pampering attention. You totally deserve to be pampered. Enjoy this collection of Mother's Day quotes.

Is your profile on your favorite social networking site boring? What you need is a profile makeover. Change, as they say, is a part of life. So why not change your profile to be the person you aspire to be.

For those looking for inspirational words, I have a new collection of profile quotes. Your profile will stand out in a crowd if you use smart profile quotes. Want to look cute? Use these cute profile quotes. Many people like cute profiles so you may strike a chord with like-minded people. If you are popular on Xanga, I have a collection of Xanga quotes. Teach the world a thing or two about how to have fun in life with fun quotes. Most people like to interact with fun loving people.

Whether it is a private or public event, media just loves to grab celebrity sound bytes. Of course, our celebrity-hungry viewers are equally keen to peek into the lives of the famous. What's the reason behind this "celebrity fetish?" Do the media and celebrities orchestrate it? Or did the obsession begin amongst fans? It's not easy to point fingers, as everyone is responsible for the "celebrity obsession."

Fans must know that beneath all that gloss, celebrities are just people. They are as prone to make stupid comments, as anyone else. They are also vulnerable to emotions like joy, sorrow, revenge, and greed. Here are some celebrity quotes.

Pitch, strike, ball, home... these are a few favorite words in the lexicon of baseball fans. Ardent baseball fans can just not have enough of their favorite sport. Poster pinups, baseball t-shirts, and memorabilia are prized possessions. Include baseball quotes in this list of favorites. Baseball quotes add some zing to the game. If you are creative enough, you can even print your favorite baseball quotes on your attire.

Hallelujah! If you have been too busy to spare a moment for God, it's high time you did so. Whether it is reading the Bible, or offering your services at church, spare some time to connect with God.

Merely attending the Sunday mass or doing some token activity does not make you a Christian. There are many Christians who don't attend mass but make it a point to pray to God every day. There are others who reach God through their selfless service to humanity. Read Christian quotes to understand the essence of a true Christian. These Christian quotes touch a spiritual chord and impart good moral values.

It's not easy for teenagers to live up to competition. When body piercing becomes old fashioned, you have to find yet another way to look cool! Here is a special gift for teenagers: a collection of cool quotes to make you the coolest kid on the block!

Why don't you redefine fashion trends at school? You can really look cool when you use cool profile quotes in your signature on social networking sites. Not just that, you can make jaws drop when you utter these cool quotes. Don't just bend the rules. Make new ones and be cool!

I have never been to Lothlorien, the kingdom of elves. But thanks to the book Lord of the Rings, I feel as though I have visited there. Books such as Lord of the Rings transport you into a surreal world, into the lives of the characters, into the travesties of the story. It is no wonder that we say that books are the windows to the world. Here are some memorable book quotes. These book quotes reveal a bit of the story, though not much. If you are intrigued enough, pick up the book and read it from cover to cover. Satisfaction is guaranteed.