“However, measuring backward can call attention to these invisible patterns by making you aware of what you are actually doing. Measuring backward forces you to take notice of your recent actions. You can’t live in a fairytale world of hopes and dreams.” — James Clear And with that quote, we…

Movies, series, books, music, and everything entertainment. — Just before we dive into the most-anticipated year-end list that exists, allow me to pontificate on a few themes. Life-changing shows. There were a few items this year that has led to substantial life changes for me. The Game Changers documentary about eating plant-based foods, based on numerous scientific studies really appealed…

Challenge false beliefs and improve productivity. — Senile degeneration. That’s the term used by a nurse when talking about my dad recently. She explains that more than likely, his mind will degrade quicker than his body. Yikes, sounds rough. I’ve written a lot about the effect of aging parents on me, but this post isn’t about that…

5 Ways to stay curious in a positive manner. — As a child, The Emperor’s New Cloth made a huge impression on me. And that lesson is, don’t be hoodwinked by smooth talkers. Nice try Nigerian Prince scammers. “The story is about a situation where “no one believes, but everyone believes that everyone else believes.” — Wiki Sometimes at work…

Athletic tips that make for a better life. — Here are the 4 most powerful exercising tips over the past year that has stuck with me, not only when I work out but in all aspects of my life. 1. “There is no breaking down, only breaking through.” — Coach Cory When I’m in a work meeting and there’s something at the tip of my tongue I want to say but…

The real answer that we don’t want to hear. — That Urge to Be Right The relational answer to the question “Who’s right and who’s wrong?” is “Who cares?” In fact, the real question is “How are we as a team going to approach the issue at hand in a way that works for both of us?” That’s the power of Terrence Real’s book, Us…

My wife told me about a video of how a mother realized she’d been bullying her oldest daughter, then witnessed that daughter bullying her…

I met Ben Saunders. He’s an explorer, storyteller, World Record Holder, and about to change the world. — Why say, ‘yes.’ I’ve recently taken to the art of the “cold call.” I’ve been reaching out to folks that I admire and asking if I can have a conversation with them for the Venture Out podcast. Humbled, I can’t believe how many of them have said yes, to an unknown like me…

How to find 15 minutes to focus on your health. — Let’s start with a riddle… If you do this one thing, then you could live longer, lose weight, improve memory, and have better overall performance. All it takes is a few minutes and, literally, requires zero effort. But it will cost you something. It’ll cost you to reprioritize the numerous demands on you. Back in…