I made a lot of progress on big projects the last few months. I can point to a few philosophies that are responsible for this. One is the tried and true “be consistent” approach. The other one is the newly embraced attitude, “Fail Fast and Fail Often”. [Read more…] about Two Keys to Mastery: Fail Fast and Fail Often
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My purpose is at the forefront of my thoughts daily. I can’t say this was always the case before that. If it had been, I would have more to show for it. As a result, my successes have been inconsistent and my failures disappointing. I have worked hard to learn and implement new practices to help me fulfill on my purpose, realize the day’s goals and convert failures into valuable lessons.
How I start my day is key to ensuring my thoughts, actions and energy go directly to my goals and aren’t siphoned off towards things that are unproductive. [Read more…] about An Approach That Honors Your Purpose and Goals
My friend Matt shared a great quote with me about the relationship between you and the people in your life. “You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.” I can honestly say I love my 5. They inspire me to grow, they challenge me to be better and they help me accomplish my goals. And because of the work I do on myself, we raise each other’s average. [Read more…] about The People You Surround Yourself With Matters
Before you can determine what role your thoughts, choices and actions play in your ability to live your purpose, you must define what yours is. My purpose is to make a difference in the world by inspiring each person to be their personal best so they can inspire others. To realize this awesome possibility, I have to commit [Read more…] about Do I Sabotage My Purpose? Learn How to Support Yours
It took me most of my life to get two very important truths. The first one is the power of choice. If I was to live my purpose and live a life I love, I would have to choose wisely. The second truth is when something bad happens “it’s not done to me, it’s done for me”. [Read more…] about See The Gift In Everything
Most of my mornings are solid. I begin the day with meditation, an inspirational podcast and exercise. This is typically enough to keep me in a positive mindset throughout my day. Well in April of this year, that formula didn’t produce the same result. I needed to update my entire program because the negative self talk following a breakup was distracting me from my purpose. [Read more…] about The Miracle Morning Changed Everything