Whilst eagerly awaiting the women's all-around final

Since, not surprisingly, I've perked up substantially (isn't that always my way?),

a few thought-provoking quotes for y'all from Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman:

"Everything you'll ever need to know is within you; the secrets of the universe are imprinted on the cells of your body. But you haven't learned how to read the wisdom of the body. So you can only read books and listen to experts and hope they are right."

"Softly, he said, 'It is better for you to take responsibility for your life as it is, instead of blaming others, or circumstances, for your predicament. As your eyes open, you'll see that your state of health, happiness, and every circumstance of your life has been, in large part, arranged by you - consciously or unconsciously.'"

"Anger is stronger than fear, stronger than sorrow. Your spirit is growing. You are ready for the sword."

"Stressful thoughts reflect a conflict with reality. Stress happens when the mind resists what it is."

"There are no ordinary moments."

-What time is it?
-Now.
-Where are we?
-Here.

"You do have a terminal illness: It's called birth. You don't have more than a few years left. No one does! So be happy now, without reason - or you never will be at all."

-"So what do I do now/ Whwere do I go from here?"
-"Who cares?" he yelled gleefully. "A fool is 'happy' when his cravings are satisfied. A warrior is happy without reason. That's what makes happiness the ultimate discipline - above all else I have taught you. Happiness is not just something you feel - it is who you are."

"Feelings change...Sometimes sorrow, sometimes joy. But beneath it all remember the innate perfection of your life unfolding. That is the secret of unreasonable happiness."

And my FAVORITE QUOTE:

"...This is the final task I will ever give you, and it goes on forever. Act happy, be happy, without a reason in the world. Then you can love, and do what you will."