Tag: Thoughts

When I can’t fix a solvable problem that I don’t have the resources/capability to address, I’ll take advantage of my competitive psychology by viewing it as a game with increasingly difficult milestones.  That way, I stand a chance at turning a monumental obstacle into a small nuisance, then into an easy habit. In my experience,…

I think it’s totally possible to “follow my bliss” and be fulfilled.   But first, I have to demonstrate the brutal/ruthless honesty required to know myself—to know what my “bliss” even is—by tracking the evidence/tendencies that reveal not just my shining glories, but also my darkest failings.  Then I have to demonstrate the discipline, creativity, and…

I believe a question that hurts ego but maintains accountability might go something along the lines of:  “Yeah, it’s cool that you were a [military/spiritual/artist/author/businessperson/quirky/quarterback/prom king or queen/etc.]…but what are you doing to improve yourself TODAY?  And then tomorrow?  And the day after that?”   That question keeps us from hiding behind labels, and forces us…

I enjoy that rush of agreement when I’m in a group and we’re all talking about making this or that, but I’ve been let down by enough empty vows to realize that projects don’t manifest in the exciting glow of strongly worded affirmations.  No, I think a good chunk of projects are completed when there’s…