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Getting Too Attached to Goals Can Hurt Our Progress

Getting Too Attached to Goals Can Hurt Our Progress

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you so desperately wanted a certain outcome you could see it, feel it, and practically live it in your mind? Be it a promotion, relationship, or a purchase - we think ahead to how wonderful life will be once we have...

Why Impress People? Self-Acceptance is More Important

Why Impress People? Self-Acceptance is More Important

I'm done trying to impress people! At least, that's what I tell myself. I really am done with it. Until I find myself falling into old patterns of proving my worth or sacrificing who I am to make someone else happy. I guess the growth in me is seeing it happen and...

Dealing with Criticism

Dealing with Criticism

First, I want to say "thank you" to everyone who sent me comment on my last post. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. I'm happy to see it made a positive impact. Today's topic is less positive but equally important. I grew up with a lot of criticism. It was my...

Three Powerful Words – I Appreciate You

Three Powerful Words – I Appreciate You

The first time a friend said three words to me, I was shook. I didn't know what to do. I probably did the full body equivalent of someone going in for a handshake when the other person goes for a high five. I just stood there with a weird look on my face - stammering...

The Pain of Change

The Pain of Change

The pain of change is sometimes the worst. In the past, I've mentioned the old Jim Rohn quote, “We must all suffer from one of two pains: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret.” People usually bring up that quote in reference to becoming more productive....

Sometimes There’s No Plan

Sometimes There’s No Plan

Sometimes I don't have a plan. I just let the day take me where it wants me to go. One recent Saturday, I woke up to a post on Facebook selling an aquarium. I jumped on it and ended up having a great father/son day. I've been looking for a new aquarium for months to...

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

James Clear dropped a great question on social media: View this post on Instagram A post shared by James Clear (@jamesclear) My answer was instant: Raising my boys to be good men Improving myself so I don't pass down my faults Building a business that helps and lasts...

Focus on What Matters

Focus on What Matters

Are you focused on the right things? I see so many people these days worried about stuff that has no impact on their lives. Or, even worse, actually makes their life worse.  I have two examples based on this video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eric...

My Favorite Books

The 10x Rule by Grant Cardone The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson Atomic Habits by James Clear Willpower by Roy F. Baumeister and John Tierney The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Fearless Leadership by Carey Lohrenz The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins Let...

Choose to Move Forward

I’m not perfect. I don’t ever claim to be. I am constantly improving. I’m happy about that.

Without constant improvement, our lives feel stagnant and empty. It’s the struggle that keeps things interesting.

Where are you now? If you meet your end today, will you be satisfied that you lived your best life? If not, why not? What’s stopping you?

You are.

If you are ready to take simple steps to get happier and healthier, reach out. I’m happy to talk.