Day 34 – Value is ALWAYS Built
When we think about large companies like 3M, Ford, or HP, what stands out is that they didn’t just make one thing—they created a process for making things of value. Their success wasn’t just about the products they initially offered but about the systems and processes they built, which allowed them to continue creating value […]
Day 33 – Shorten the Defeat Cycle
Day 33. I’ve been thinking a lot about the cycle we go through when we fail. It’s something we all know all too well. We set out with big plans, we’re pumped, and then… we fall short. Suddenly, we’re in this strange place where our hopes and the reality of our results are in two […]
Day 32 – Mind Wandering is Good Sometimes
Today, I want to dig into something we don’t talk about much: the value of letting your mind wander. In our hyper-focused world, we’re taught to zero in on tasks, aiming for laser-like concentration to be more productive. But what if I told you that allowing your mind to drift from time to time could […]
Day 31 – Cogito, ergo sum
Today marks Day 31, and I’m diving into an idea that has been a cornerstone in philosophy—Cogito ergo sum, or “I think, therefore I am.” This phrase, coined by René Descartes, may sound familiar. This morning, as I woke up, I looked in the mirror and thought about this concept in a new way. I […]
Day 30 – Self Disclosure is Good
I’ll admit, as someone who’s naturally inclined to keep things to myself, self-disclosure isn’t easy. But reflecting on an impactful class I took in college on interpersonal communication, I keep coming back to one key insight: self-disclosure isn’t just beneficial; it’s essential. Back then, we were put into small groups and asked to share real, […]
Day 29 – Under Your Control
There’s an undeniable truth many of us come to realize—some sooner than others—and that is, a great deal of life is beyond our control. For many, this reality feels unsettling, even frightening, and so begins the habit of worrying about every possible “what if.” We stew over things that haven’t happened, might never happen, or […]
Day 28 – Constant Reminders are Required
When it comes to commitment, it’s easy to say, “I’m all in,” but staying in—really staying in—is another story. Every meaningful pursuit requires that you actively remind yourself why you’re in it in the first place. It may sound repetitive, even redundant, to keep circling back to the same commitments every single day, but this […]
Day 27 – Gain the Relax Skill
You might think that the art of relaxation is something that just happens—plop down on the couch, turn on the TV, or scroll through your phone, and there it is, relaxation at last. But how often do we truly feel rested after these “relaxing” activities? We know in our heads that stress is harmful, and […]
Day 26 – Be Wary of Time Thieves
I often talk about commitment, showing up day after day for your goals. But let’s take a hard look at the sneaky little time thieves that can steal away that precious resource: productive time. In every day’s 24-hour cycle, we usually have just a small window where we hit peak productivity. Studies say it, and […]
Day 25 – The Basics Will Destroy You
When it comes to building a life of meaningful pursuits, grand visions, and lofty goals, there’s an alluring rush in planning how to conquer the big challenges. Yet, the reality is this: the basics are the unseen anchors of our existence. Ignore them, and you’ll find yourself swept away by the smallest storm, unprepared and […]