It Does Not Matter How Slowly You Go As Long As You Do Not Stop – Confucius
With all the speed in the world, deadlines, overnight results, and instant gratification, Confucius gives us one of…
The Freedom Paradox: Restraint is The Path to Freedom
Obviously we all crave freedom; the freedom to choose; the freedom to live how we want, and the…
The Strength, The Struggle, and The Growth: The Lessons From Nietzsche’s Tree
Friedrich Nietzsche once wrote: “The tree that would grow to heaven must send its roots to hell.” Looking…
Stop Before It Costs You More: The Self-Development Lesson of Riding The Wrong Train
There is a proverb that is often attributed to Japanese wisdom, that goes like this: “If you get…
The Lock-In Mindset: The Power of Relentless Focus on Your Goals
I am sure you know that we live in a world of endless distractions, notifications, social media, entertainment,…
When “If You Can’t Beat Them, Join Them” Leads You Astray
There are sayings that guide us, shape us, and help us survive, but there are also sayings that…
This Too Shall Pass: Staying Encouraged When Success Feels Distant
For many there is a moment in every meaningful journey when frustration comes in like a fog, heavy,…
The Readiness Paradox: You Don’t Get Ready to Start; You Get Ready by Starting
I can bet that we have all said it before: “I will start when I am ready.” At…
The Law of Intent: Living with Purpose in Everything You Do
We live in a world obsessed with busyness; everyone seems to be moving, doing, chasing, but again just…
The Law of Deliberate Practice: Turning Effort into Excellence
I am sure we have all heard the phrase “practice makes perfect.” But American football coach Vince Lombardi…