Here’s a cool little trick to help you think outside the box more… When problem solving, ask yourself: “What’s the second right answer?” This removes the idea that there is 1 perfect solution to every problem, and gets you thinking more creatively. (If you remove sun, you can see the evening stars) Today: Challenge your Read more about What’s the second right answer?[…]
It rises, a glorious sun, if one can sit quite long enough, Seeing it, one feels… now I have everything, everything I could ever want. ~ Hafiz ***** Woot woot! It’s FRIDAY!!! And now after reading this poem my plan is to sit and look at the sun all day long! (well, not look directly Read more about Solar Therapy 🌤[…]
Yesterday I was at a suit shop getting fitted for a tux. As the tailor was taking measurements, I sucked in my belly and said, “I’m not usually this chubby, hopefully I’ll lose a bit of weight before the wedding”. The tailor just smiled and said… “Yeah, ok. They all say that.” ***** This was Read more about Stop wishing. Start working.[…]
In the finance community, people update their Net Worth Report at the start of each month… But today, I’m evaluating my *Self Worth* instead. (Self worth is basically the same as Self Esteem… It’s confidence in one’s own abilities and assurance of who they are) Here are some areas in my life and a rating Read more about July 1st *Self* Worth Report[…]
Happy “Whens” Day! Finish these self-reflective sentences… I do my best work when _________ I feel courageous when _________ My day is a success when _________ Just something to ponder this morning before you go and create your awesome day ahead. Make it a good one ☝️ – Joel Pic from Christina.. “a beautiful “almost” Read more about Happy Whens Day #2[…]
What do you want? How far along are you? What is in the way? Who is in the way? How do you feel? What is your very next *small* step? Can you take that small step today, or start this week? ***** Good morning and happy Wednesday! This question stack above has helped me refocus Read more about Quick Refocus Questions 🙇♂️[…]
When I was a little boy, I had lots of creativity and free time… –> Man, I wish I took more advantage of the freedoms I had back then! When I was a teenager, I still had lots of creativity and free time… –> Man, I wish I took more advantage of the freedoms I Read more about Let’s take more advantage, ey?[…]
Kevin Hart said on a podcast recently… “I was married to my career and dating my family… (this was before breaking his back in a car accident) …but when you’re laying in the hospital, none of the stuff you “think” are valuable are in the room”. A good reminder to take a quick moment today Read more about Only got one life. Don’t blow it.[…]
About 6 months ago I was walking on the beach. It was one of those long, soul searching walks where I was feeling stuck and trying to figure out what the heck my purpose is in life. Am I on the right path? Am I making the right career moves? Stuff like that. All Read more about Right place, right time. Look for the signs…[…]
My friend said this yesterday… “We know the most famous people in the world, better than we know ourselves” It’s sad, but I think it’s kind of true. Sports stars; we memorize their batting averages, points, and record times. Business heroes; we study their career moves, big decisions, and accomplishments. Movie stars; we memorize Read more about Cheer for yourself[…]
There are several versions of this leaky bucket fable, but I like this short version the best. The Leaky Bucket Fable Two buckets lived in a village. They carried water every day from the river to the people. One bucket was old, warn, and cracked, and lost half it’s water by the time they reached their destination. It felt terrible Read more about The Leaky Bucket – When Imperfections Are Advantages[…]
“Create moments today, that you want to remember tomorrow” I’m feeling lazy this morning… I could quite easily sit on the couch and watch TV all day. But if I did that, come tomorrow, I would have dull memories. I’m capable of creating so much more in my life. So today, I’m going to: Spend Read more about Tomorrow’s memories[…]
Happy Sunday! Sundays are a great day for reflection. Even 10 minutes of focussed reflection will work wonders on the quality of your day, and your life. “My friend, saying that you don’t have time to improve your thoughts and your life is like saying that you don’t have time to stop for gas because Read more about Slow down. Pull over. Refuel.[…]
“In the rush to return to normal, use this time to consider which parts of normal are worth rushing back to.” – Dave Hollis I’ve traded emails with many of you the past few weeks. And regardless of how bad the situation around us is, everyone is remaining positive and optimistic! – People Read more about When life gives you 🍋🍋🍋[…]
“You are living someone else’s dream life” Let’s think about this for a second… There is someone out there in the world right now that is less fortunate. When they close their eyes and dream of the perfect life, they picture your current situation. What you have, what you do, your freedom, etc… Given Read more about Don’t complain… because…[…]
“So I should take time to reflect on my life regularly?” “Yes. Even 10 minutes of focused reflection a day can have a profound impact on the quality of your life.” “OK, but the problem is, once my day gets cranking I can’t even find 10 minutes to eat lunch!” “My friend, saying that Read more about It’s now 2020! Make Time This Year[…]