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Choose wisely Quote by Craig Ballantyne

“If your friends, family, and co-workers want you to be lazy, fat, unhappy, unproductive, and average, it must stop. You have no other option but to cut back on the time you spend with these people. The time has come for you to stand up for yourself and do what is right for you in the long run. You…” quote by Craig Ballantyne
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““If your friends, family, and co-workers want you to be lazy, fat, unhappy, unproductive, and average, it must stop. You have no other option but to cut back on the time you spend with these people. The time has come for you to stand up for yourself and do what is right for you in the long run. You only have one shot at leaving a legacy for your life. How you use your time and who you spend your time with are the most important decisions you’ll make in life. Choose wisely.””

Craig Ballantyne

About This Quote

Source Book: Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy, 2001

Surrounding yourself with negative influences harms your growth; you must distance yourself to protect your time and future legacy.

In simple terms: Bad company hurts progress; choose supportive people.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize uplifting relationships.

Themes

self‑improvement relationships legacy

Mood

determined reflective

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal health
  • goal setting
  • social circles

Key Concepts

personal development social influence time management

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who truly supports your long‑term goals?
  • How can you set boundaries without burning bridges?
A Different Perspective

Cutting ties may cause guilt or loss of support.

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