We tell ourselves all sorts of stories about what we cannot do and why. While some of this may be true, much of it is self-imposed by us through the narrative we have created in our minds about our own limitations. These stories come from our experiences, but our experiences do not dictate our potential. …
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Creating The Future
Will the person you hope to be tomorrow be proud of the decisions you made today? Forethought is a luxury. It means that we have the time, the tools, and the intelligence to be able to consider our lives beyond this moment, beyond the immediate need to survive. It means that, all things considered, we…
Our History Is Not Our Fate
There is more to us than our personal history. What we have experienced is only a small part of who we are. It is an even smaller part of who we are meant to be or are capable of becoming. While our experiences inevitably shape our attitudes, opinions, and expectations, they are not the sole…
Getting Past Blame
Blame is not helpful In fact, it is the opposite of helpful. Blame hinders our ability to see solutions. It slows us down. It stifles our growth, progress, and forward motion. Blame keeps us in the past. It blinds us to the possibilities of the future. If we want to achieve our fullest potential, we…
Embracing Change
We are all capable of change. Whether we embrace or reject this fact about ourselves determines who we will inevitably become. If we embrace the possibility of our own evolution, we have the potential for near limitless growth in ourselves and in our relationships. If, on the other hand, we reject our ability to change,…