v  BECAUSE I set
high but attainable goals, work towards those goals with determination and
persistence, and never stop until I reach them

v  BECAUSE I am
strong enough to say no to those things that would make me less than my best,
and to say “yes” to the challenges and opportunities that make me grow and
improve my life

  

v  BECAUSE I am
learning to avoid the tempting shortcuts that leads to disappointment, and the
unhealthy habits that could result in defeat

v  BECAUSE I have
a well-earned confidence in myself, high regard for my teammates and
co-workers, and a healthy respect for those in authority over me

v  BECAUSE I have
learned to accept criticism, not as a threat, but as an opportunity to examine
my attitude and to improve my skills

v  BECAUSE I
persist in the mist of obstacles and fight on in the face of defeat

v  BECAUSE I am
made in the image and likeness of my creator, who gave me a burning desire, a
measure of talent, a strong faith to attempt the difficult and overcome the
seemingly impossible