Day 66 – Expressing Intent
One of the most significant challenges we face in relationships, work environments, and personal growth is not a lack of effort but a lack of clarity. Often, our intentions get lost in a fog of unsaid words, vague explanations, or assumptions about what others should already know. This is why expressing intent is so powerful—it […]
Day 65 – A Good Defense
Life has a way of throwing curveballs, doesn’t it? Just when you’ve set your mind to tackle something important, the unexpected can sneak in and derail your plans. A text, an urgent email, a knock at the door—each one seemingly harmless, yet capable of pulling you away from what matters most. In these moments, it […]
Day 64 – Compound Your Interest
In the pursuit of personal growth, we often confront a frustrating paradox: some actions come naturally, while others feel insurmountable, like scaling a mountain in ill-fitting shoes. Why is it that we can dive headfirst into certain tasks, yet others drain us before we’ve even begun? The answer lies in how our brains perceive effort […]
Day 63 – Embrace the Chaos
We have this incorrect notion that the world swirling around us is an organized place. We do this all the time, we think that “they” have it all figured out. “They” must have a process or “they are tracking all of this. There is obviously structure in the world around us, but order is not […]
Day 62 – Stop Being Available
For years, I carried a belief that seemed noble at the time: being available 24/7 was proof of my dedication. I thought it said to the world, “I’m reliable. I’m indispensable.” But as the years passed, the cracks in that narrative began to show. My time? Taken. My dreams? Neglected. My sense of self-worth? Diminished. […]
Day 61 – Protecting the Sacred Time
There’s something magical about the stillness of a morning—before the world starts demanding your attention. It’s in these quiet moments that you can reflect, recharge, and set the tone for your day. But let’s be honest: carving out uninterrupted time isn’t always easy. Life happens. People barge in. Phones buzz. Plans derail. So, how do […]
Day 60 – Contemplating Rituals
This week I am contemplating the importance of morning and evening ritual. Why are rituals so important? Rituals are the backbone of intentional living. They create structure in our often chaotic lives and anchor us to our goals, values, and sense of purpose. Morning and evening rituals, in particular, bookend our days, ensuring that we […]
Day 59 – The Importance of Drills
In my final note on improving focus and concentration, I want to discuss a concept often ignored in training the mind: the power of drills. If you were learning basketball, you’d embrace the value of daily repetition—no debate. Practicing layups, free throws, and defensive footwork becomes second nature, enabling you to react with precision in […]
Day 58 – Cut it Out
This week, I’ve been on a quest—a mission, really—to improve my focus and concentration. At first, I thought I was simply trying to discover new strategies or techniques: maybe an app, a clever hack, or even a mindset shift to sharpen my mental clarity. But the more I dug, the more I found myself circling […]
Day 57 – A Plan Has Two Requirements
When we talk about progress—whether it’s in our personal lives, professional goals, or even just getting through a challenging season—one truth becomes glaringly clear: you need a plan. Without a plan, it’s like setting out on a road trip with no map, no GPS, and no clue where the gas stations are. You might get […]