The Ant Philosophy by Jim Rohn

  Written by Lynn Jones on Apr 19, 2010 8:40 am

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Over the years, I’ve been teaching kids about a simple but powerful concept: the Ant Philosophy. I think everybody should study ants. They have an amazing four-part philosophy.

Here is the first part: Ants never quit. That’s a good philosophy. If they’re headed somewhere and you try to stop them, they’ll look for another way. They’ll climb over. They’ll climb under. They’ll climb around. They keep looking for another way. What a neat philosophy—to never quit looking for a way to get where you’re supposed to go.

Second, ants think winter all summer. That’s an important perspective. You can’t be so naive as to think summer will last forever. So ants gather their winter food in the middle of summer.

An ancient story says, “Don’t build your house on the sand in the summer.” Why do we need that advice? Because it is important to think ahead. In the summer, you’ve got to think storm. You’ve got to think rocks as you enjoy the sand and sun.

The third part of the Ant Philosophy is that ants think summer all winter. That is so important. During the winter, ants remind themselves, “This won’t last long; we’ll soon be out of here.” And the first warm day, the ants are out. If it turns cold again, they’ll dive back down, but then they come out the first warm day. They can’t wait to get out.

And here’s the last part of the ant philosophy. How much will an ant gather during the summer to prepare for the winter? All he possibly can. What an incredible philosophy, the “all-you-possibly-can” philosophy.

Wow, what a great philosophy to have—the ant philosophy. Never give up, look ahead, stay positive and do all you can.

by Jim Rohn

 

I love this philosophy.  If we have the tenacity and persistance of the ant, we are sure to succeed!

March with the ants and begin your journey today.

Lynn Jones

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Good Info

Awesome lesson to remember!! Never,ever,ever give up!

Vikki Lawson — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 9:06am

Wonderful Lynn!

I just love your analogies! You have a gift for story telling, and with such good points! I'm feeling like an ant today! Keeping on moving, working for winter, building on a solid foundation, and never to give up! :)

Vicki Berry — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 9:28am

Never Surrender...

I beleive that is why the ant, one of the smallest creaturs has the ability to move mountains! They prepare, engage, and move forward..not "thinking" about what they will do, but "Doing" what they are thinking!
Great article,Lynn :-)

~ME~

Michaela Ellis — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 12:44pm

Love This Philosophy !!!

Never Give up!! And the one thing not mentioned is how they work as a close knit team.Supporting one another to ensure the "Tribe" will be well cared for.Amazing how such a tiny creature can be such an inspiration on teamwork, determination and perseverance. Thanks for sharing Lynn

Zelphina Pierson — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 1:31pm

Right On Lynn !

Never Quit And Never Say Die !

Steven Squillace — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 2:17pm

Here's Your Nickel!

HI Lynn,

"Second, ants think winter all summer"

This was a great read! My better half is a retired US Marine. If I had a nickel for every time I heard the 7 Ps I would be rich!!

Prior Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance!

(here's your nickel :-))

Jasmeen

Jasmeen Blocker — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 5:03pm

Jim Rohn

This is an excellant lesson from an excellant teacher. It's unfortunate that Jim left us too soon recently. But from someone who has studied him for the last 20 years, do whatever you can to get your hands on any of his material, especially "Take Charge of your Life." This is the first set of tapes I recommend to anyone just starting off in self-improvement.

Michael Mondia — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 4:14pm

Take Charge of your Life

Willdo Michael, thanks.

Robert Bridge — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 4:52pm

Life

Thanks for reminding us of the cyrcle of life.

Roxanne Nero — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 8:22pm

Rohn!

A simple story tells it all. Jim Rohn was such a great story teller. Thank you Lynn.

Timothy Burns — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 9:58pm

Keep Moving Forward, "The Ant Philosophy" by Jim Rohn

Great post Lynn, Love Jim Rohn. He always give you something to take with you when you read his works. Keep moving forward, never quite. Great Value. "For every disciplined effort there is a multiple reward"
Jim Rohn

Therese Catanzano — Mon, 04/19/2010 - 10:03pm

Great article Lynn and

Great article Lynn and thanks for sharing. I love the story of the ant, hard worker with great reward!

Stefanie Sanspree — Tue, 04/20/2010 - 8:38am

Who'd have guessed...

...that tiny little ants could provide such a perfect lesson! Tiny little ants taking consistent, persistent, tiny little steps accomplish their goals. So, "If we have the tenacity and persistance of the ant, we are sure to succeed," too!! Thank you for sharing more of Mr. Rohn's wisdom. :-D

Lyn Mullins — Tue, 04/20/2010 - 11:37am

Jim Rohn and Success

Hi Tim, noticed your comment about Rohn, and have to agree. Sadly I only learned about him through "Success" magazine and Darren Hardy after his passing, but still inspired by his wisdom via. newsletter! Am also curious as to how you got to be with what looks like a rather dangerous reptile ... the type I am used to avoiding for fear of my life ;) (in Africa, crocodiles are not as friendly a alligators... but they look the same, hey) All the best in your business, Anne

Anne Dix — Fri, 04/23/2010 - 1:56pm


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