Why do we dwell on things we didn’t do, instead of focusing on the things we have done?
Today was a perfect example of this title for me. I participated in a heart challenge at the gym today. We had to bike five miles as fast as we could you could take time off your bike ride by doing push-ups or reps on the bench. I had a number in my mind of what I...
Rush to Judge
We often rush to judge a picture before we truly admire the details. We give it a quick glance and speed past. That thinking often times occurs when we meet someone as well. We try to make a rush decision on that person. Do we like them? Do they fit into my...
How do you define success?
You could get a different answer to this question depending on who you speak with. Do you define success by results, by growth or by money? All three could be popular answers to that question. For me at times in my life each of those were an answer I would give. ...
Give up, Give in or Give it your all
I've heard the expression GIVE UP, GIVE IN or GIVE IT YOUR ALL several times in my life. At times I have personally wanted or have done all three. I had a great childhood with a loving family that supported me every step of the way. There was still times of self...
Shortcuts
It's in our nature to look for the shortcut in everything we do. Some will spend more time trying to find the shortcut than the time it would take to get the task done. I, like many see the expected time of arrival on a GPS as not the time of arrival but my time to...
Is your Goal a Challenge?
I sent out a 30 day challenge to my baseball team yesterday. I've asked several times for my guys to do some extra work, be it push ups, squats, etc. Yesterday, I know for sure two of my guys started the challenge. Sometimes we embrace the challenge while other...
Having a job vs Having a career
I've been employed by the same company for 16 years, during that time I've worn different hats, performed different job functions and roles. During this time I have also coached youth sports, worked as VP of a non-profit and wrote for a couple of websites. I say...
Being Famous
At some point in your life you have probably wished to be famous, a movie star, singer, athlete and so on. People want the attention, the fame and fortune. However, for most we don't get the level that we have wished or dreamed about. I for one wanted to play...
Should I yell or not?
As a parent and coach one way to get attention quickly is to yell. Sometimes the attention isn't good with that action though. Some kids react positively to it, while others shut down. You have to know your audience and know when you can and should use the yell. I...