Here is Trait #2 from THINK AND GROW RICH by Napoleon Hill, who lists 13 traits of successful people.

THIS IS AN INSURANCE POLICY AGAINST FAILURE. IT CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE. DON’T SEARCH FOR OPPORTUNITY IN THE DISTANCE, RECOGNIZE IT RIGHT WHERE YOU ARE.


Trait #2. FAITH

Acquire faith by repeated suggestion to yourself, such as "I know I have the ability to achieve, so I promise to try."

Spend 30 minutes each day concentrating on the type of person you want to be.

To develop confidence, re-live past successes (major and/or minor) for 10 minutes each day, and think how these might fit into your plans.

Develop a written description of your aim in life. The act of writing it down will crystallize your thoughts.

Involve yourself only in activities that are beneficial. The more time you spend watching shows or playing games, the less time you have to pursue goals. Be a participant in life, not just a spectator.

Cause others to be positively affected by you. Avoid negative thoughts, words, actions, situations.