The most important promises to keep are the promises we make to ourselves. I said this the other day to another cyclist regarding the monthly goals we set for ourselves. It was late and I was tired. It was one of those things you just kind of say without thinking about. But for some reason, […]
How Discipline and Sacrifice Create Unexpected Joy
Throughout our lives, we’ve all made sacrifices. We’ve given up one thing to obtain another. Some of us have given up sweets to lose weight or cut spending to get out of debt. When we sacrifice, there’s an obvious goal we’re aiming for. In the beginning, it’s difficult to see how these sacrifices could transform our […]
How to Change Your Life in 30 Days – The Power of Intense Focus
How are your goals and resolutions coming along this year? Reports indicate that 40 percent abandon New Year’s Resolution during the first month. By mid-year, 60 percent have given up. It is said that less than 10 percent actually achieve their resolutions. While these statistics are dismal, what I’m about to tell you has the […]
A Simple Tip to Avoid Complacency
Have you ever woken up and felt ho-hum, unenthused to start your day? Maybe you’re counting down the days until the weekend or even retirement? Do you sometimes feel bored with what you’re doing and that maybe there’s more to life? Perhaps you feel stuck and stagnant? You might be stuck in complacency. Complacency is a […]
Make Every Day a Great Day – 7 Ways to Take Back Your Morning
“How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” ― Annie Dillard I’m going to break this down further and say that how we spend our mornings is how we spend our days. How are you spending those precious first moments? If you were to ask me this question seven years […]
Crush Your Goals with an Accountability Partner
It took me a long time to learn how the people I surround myself with affect my life. In my twenties, I realized that some people were so negative, that they made me more negative. As I moved away and found distance, my life got better. In my thirties, I discovered that as I surrounded […]
10 Small Habits That Will Bring More Happiness and Freedom to Your Life
Frustrated! That’s exactly how I felt seven years ago. I was unhealthy, financially disorganized, disconnected from my spouse, and unfulfilled. I knew that things could get better but it seemed like such a big leap. Looking back, I now know that all it took was a series of small habits. Today I can say that […]
Enough – The Only Message You Need to Hear Today
I have something really important to tell you. This will probably be the most important thing you read today. These three little words could be all you need to break through the barriers that are preventing you from attaining the freedom you deserve. Are you ready to uncover the truth? YOU ARE ENOUGH! No matter […]
2 Truths You Need to Know About Intentional Living
If you’re like most of my readers, you’re here because you want to live life on purpose. You love the idea of intentional living and are working to create a life you’re proud of. You’re creating a future of opportunity for your children and loved ones. You want to be your best self and I […]
Don’t Overlook This Opportunity for Growth
Think for a moment about the principles you believe most deeply. Perhaps you are opposed to animal cruelty and live a vegan lifestyle. Maybe you are deeply religious and have a strong connection to the teachings of your faith. Some of you may be proponents of the second amendment and take every opportunity to protect […]