There is definitely nothing more empowering than watching your favorite Marvel hero save the day and, at the same time, discover some key lessons that helped them succeed. Minor or major, all Marvel heroes stick to you like glue. They make sure that the mission is accomplished, even if they end up giving their lives in the process. I was able to watch all the Marvel movies that have come out in the past few years. Each one was full of life-changing success lessons that helped me push through in accomplishing my own goals.
Life is, indeed, simple. You just have to get some encouragement from time to time, so you can get your act straight. Wouldn’t you appreciate it more if a Marvel hero was the one encouraging you?
1. Johnny Blaze (Ghost Rider)
“My daddy once said, ‘If you don’t make a choice, the choice makes you.’” ~ Johnny Blaze (Ghost Rider)
Ghost Rider’s quote made me realize that I should take control of my life. If I master how to do that, then I will most certainly reach my goals. The choice takes control if I let it dictate whatever I do–if it becomes who I am. Choosing to make my choice makes me the one with the remote. I don’t become a zombie slave to my work.
2. Phil Coulson
“Don’t ever tell me there’s no way.” ~ Phil Coulson
This is a quote I got from the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. TV series, which expresses Phil Coulson’s leadership and compassion. In this episode, Mike Peterson was about to explode and Coulson was assessing possible solutions. The compassion that Coulson showed in this moment is very strong. He cares for Peterson enough to refuse that the situation is a dead end. Coulson’s leadership is also shown here because he demands a solution, though the situation at hand may look bleak. Coulson tells me that if you really want a way out, you should not surrender to the hopelessness of the situation. This continuously makes not want to give up and keep looking for possible solutions, no matter what type of challenge it is that I am dealing with.
3. Colonel James Rhodes (The Iron Patriot)
“I am not afraid of you!” ~ Colonel James Rhodes
When James Rhodes said this in Iron Man 3, I was moved because fear has always been there in every challenge I face. Overcoming my fear is definitely a major factor in making sure that I fulfill my duties and responsibilities well. I have taken what Rhodey said as one of my mantras. With it, I take on any challenge with confidence and strength of character. I know that, in the end, success is my choice.
4. Nick Fury
“Until such time as the world ends.” ~ Nick Fury
I have always perceived Nick Fury as a strong leader. He wants to get everything done his way and, ultimately, it is the best way. This quote inspires me to keep on going, no matter what happens. I should keep on moving on and perform my best every single day. Even if there are trials, I should see them as minor glitches and not as major hurdles.
5. Bruce Banner (The Hulk)
“I’m always angry.” ~ Bruce Banner (The Hulk)
Always being angry here is Bruce Banner’s way of telling people that he has already taken control of The Hulk. This tells me that, in order to succeed in life, I should have control over my demons. I should take over and know what I want. Only then, would I be able to use my power to reach my goals.
6. Professor X
“Just because someone stumbles and loses their path, doesn’t mean they can’t be saved.” ~ Professor X
Professor X tells me here that everyone makes mistakes. Mistakes are important. If I make them, what matters would be how I surpass it and correct it, to recover from the situation. This is one vital success lesson because what Professor X said makes me want to stand up again, even if I do stumble and lose my path.
7. Thor
“There will never be a wiser king than you.” ~ Thor
This quote by Thor tells me that in order for me to become more than I am, I should be ready to accept that I still have many things to learn. I should regard those who are more experienced than I am as role models and as sources of valuable knowledge. Thor also tells me here to humble myself because even if I am already good at what I do, I should always acknowledge the fact that there will always be better people. And this fact makes me go further in improving my craft.
8. Natasha Romanoff (The Black Widow)
“I’m working.” ~ Natasha Romanoff (The Black Widow)
Her simple quote is one of my success lessons because when I am working, I should be productive. What I am doing should produce results. Natasha is the best at what she does because she focuses. That focus is one of the most important success lessons to remember.
9. Tony Stark (Iron Man)
“I AM Iron Man.” ~ Tony Stark (Iron Man)
Tony Stark knew what he was doing when he told the world who he really was. Telling the whole world that he is Iron Man is beyond arrogance and egoism. This means that he is there, accepting the responsibility of defending the world against evildoers. Being ready for big responsibilities is an important success lesson for me.
10. Steve Rogers (Captain America)
“I am just a kid from Brooklyn.” ~ Steve Rogers (Captain America)
A huge part of all success lessons is being able to stay humble. Maintaining your feet firmly rooted to the ground makes you think more clearly and do things with more heart. If you remember where you came from, like Steve, you will surely understand and appreciate what you have achieved.
The success lessons I was able to harvest from the Marvel movies I’ve watched showed me sides of my personality that I never even knew existed. They brought out the fight in me most of the time, especially when times really got sticky for me. With all the success lessons that I have now put together, it clearly shows that the Marvel heroes made a huge difference in my life and they can definitely have an impact in your life as well.
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