Day 87 – Establish the Minimum
Introduction In the whirlwind of life, the only constant is change, often manifesting as disruptions to our meticulously planned routines. It’s a familiar story: the frustration of a schedule thrown into disarray by unforeseen events. Recently, I found myself grappling with this very challenge while traveling with my family. My typical workload seemed like a […]
Day 86 – Runs with Deer
As the moon hung low in the pre-dawn sky, I ran down a long country road in my hometown in Colorado. The temperature was well below freezing, and the world around me was immersed in a serene silence, save for a distant rooster heralding the approach of dawn. This ritual of early morning runs has […]
Day 85 – Metrics Matter
In any endeavor we undertake, there’s always that one key metric that stands as the beacon of success or failure. It’s like a lighthouse in a stormy sea of efforts, unmissable and undeniable. Think of it this way: in a business venture, the ultimate measure of success is the income generated from operations. Yes, there […]
Day 84 – The Law of Not Overdoing It
As a young man, I frequently encountered the cautionary advice from adults: “Don’t overdo it.” At the time, their concern seemed excessive to me. I always thought, “I’m capable of so much more!” Yet, I failed to recognize my consistent inability to see a task through to completion. Consider, for instance, the autumn chore of […]
Day 83 – The 365 Day Challenge
Lingering in the back of my mind is a goal I’ve long aspired to achieve. I’ve toyed with the idea of elevating it to a “resolution,” but fear of failure keeps me from fully committing. Yet, as January 1st dawns, it presents a compelling opportunity to make a commitment. Could this new year herald the […]
Day 82 – Pluck It Out
This week, I stumbled into a familiar pitfall: distraction. I found myself meandering down a tantalizing path, brimming with fun and intriguing prospects. It seemed harmless, even beneficial at first. But as the week unfolded, this new venture, initially a mere diversion, began to morph into a significant undertaking. It wasn’t until my weekly review […]
Day 81 – The Crossroads – Making Tough Decisions
A year ago, I found myself at a significant crossroads, a moment that demanded a tough decision. In my view, a tough decision is like standing at a fork in the road, each path leading to vastly different destinations. One was the easy, well-trodden path, clear and predictable. The other? A challenging, murky trail, fraught […]
Day 80 – The Game Paradigm
In my college days, I was deeply involved in the National Forensics team—essentially, the Debate Team. As my time there progressed, a trend emerged centered around the concept of the “game paradigm.” This philosophy suggested that the best player of the ‘game’ of debate would emerge victorious. This emphasis on game-like strategies over solid evidence […]
Day 79 – The Meeting of the Dogs
Introduction About half a mile into my return home during my morning runs, I always encounter a unique spectacle at the same street corner. It’s the meeting place of two local dog walkers, one an elderly man with his retired German Shepherd, a former K9 Unit, and the other, a young woman accompanied by her […]
Day 78 – Holiday Wrecking Ball
The holiday season, for many of us, is a double-edged sword. On one side, it’s filled with joy – family reunions, cherished memories, and festive cheer. Yet, on the flip side, it acts as a wrecking ball to our routines. Amidst the laughter and feasting, our disciplined habits take a backseat. The real issue isn’t […]