Positive emotions, such as the desire to better our lives, have always been a powerful motivation for self improvement. But, would it surprise you to discover you can also use apparently negative emotions, such as anger and disgust, as a spur in your step up to success?

Anger is not an emotion readily associated with success. Yet, for many people, it is the vital catalyst, making the difference between success and ignominy.

Douglas Bader might have died unknown, instead of becoming a famous war hero and an inspiration to a whole generation, were it not for the power of anger.

Following a bravado flying stunt that went badly wrong, he was in hospital, both legs amputated, and close to death. Drifting in and out of consciousness, he chanced to overhear a nurse outside his room whisper he was dying.

That matter of fact statement ignited his rage!

He clawed his way back to recovery with astonishing courage and speed, soon learning to walk again on two artificial legs. Not only did he make it back as a fighter pilot in World War II, he also became a pretty fair golfer -- no mean feat for someone with no legs.

Many people who achieve spectacular success rise to these heights from extreme deprivation. Sometimes they were bullied, when children, or held up to ridicule. This ignites a smoldering anger that makes them pay any price to prove their detractors wrong.

Disgust is another powerful emotion, often producing similar results to anger. In fact, disgust is an excellent emotion for you to cultivate, for the following reason.

If you develop an absolute loathing for your present situation, you