I grew up around hard working adults. My parents and their siblings were the first examples I saw of a strong work ethic. They gave 100% to their jobs, family and community but only got paid for the hours put in at work. Everything else was considered an investment in yourself and others. [Read more…] about Worth More Than Money
Personal best
I think accomplishments, big and small, are worth acknowledging. People celebrate the achievement of hard fought goals in different ways. When it comes to a big weight loss milestone or fitness event, food is often the reward. How a person commemorates their success matters; especially, if the recent accomplishment is part of a larger goal yet to be reached. [Read more…] about Healthy Reward Systems
My best friend Tim and I have a huge appreciation for sports. We played them throughout our youth and remain active now that we are in our fourties. While we may have lost a step or two with age, we are happy there hasn’t been too much of a decline in performance over the years. A commitment to sports and fitness has made that possible. [Read more…] about Game Shape
In 1990, my Marine Corp unit was deployed to Kuwait and Iraq as part of Operation Desert Storm. There were so many significant events that took place during my time there. All of which shaped my life in different ways. One event stands out from the rest. [Read more…] about The STRONGER Mindset
I am filled with gratitude each day. I smile inside every time I think about how fortunate I am. I’ve been this way my entire life. I was raised by a mother who taught my brother and me to appreciate every thing we have and the people in our lives. [Read more…] about A Grateful Heart
I recently watched a talk given by the motivational speaker Les Brown about unfulfilled dreams and goals. He told a story about each of us being near the end of life with family members around our bed. Also in the room would be the ghosts of our unrealized potential, staring down on us with anger for not giving life to the dreams, ideas and talents they gave us. This powerful story stuck with me. [Read more…] about You And Your Dreams