It is okay to have high standards. Be aware, however, that high standards may lead to big disappointments. You can balance this out by having realistic expectations. Life is complicated. People will not always do as you wish. You cannot prepare for every contingency, obstacle, or difficulty. Acknowledge this truth, accept it, and embrace it. … Continue reading Standards And Expectations
Fear does not create solutions. It can, however, create motivation. Fear’s job is to point you away from risk and sometimes you should listen to fear. But you cannot have success or progress of any kind, or a meaningful life for that matter, without taking any risks. As you attempt to improve your life, as … Continue reading Motivational Fear
Do your best. Quite often, you will fall short. Your best will not always be good enough. These shortcomings are valuable lessons. Your failures are there to teach you about your boundaries and limitations. More importantly, however, failure exists to make you question yourself, your dedication to your path, and your will to succeed. If … Continue reading Failure As Fuel
Do not underestimate your ability to change for the better. All you need is a decision, a plan, and the discipline to follow through in spite of obstacles, setbacks, and perceived difficulty. It will not always be easy and it certainly will not always be fun, but it is possible to change. But no one … Continue reading A Decision To Change
It is easier to stay healthy than it is to get healthy. Going from an unhealthy state to a healthy one requires immense effort, dedication, and discipline. Staying healthy requires the same, but with one major difference. The transition from an unhealthy state to a healthy one also requires us to overcome inertia in a … Continue reading Overcoming Inertia
