All of My Thoughts and Articles
Focus on the Basics First
Heavyweight boxer Ed Latimore posted the following message on Twitter: "Before you try any tricks or hacks for developing confidence: Get in shape. Stop eating/drinking bullshit. Build competence in a skill that pays you. Talk ...
Don’t Worry Too Much About Goals, Focus on Systems
If you walk through the self-help section of the bookstore (or do a quick search on Amazon), you will see a lot of books on setting goals. We focus a lot on goal-setting. And goals ...
How to Calm Road Rage
Have you ever struggled with road rage? The other day, we were driving on the highway and someone in a hurry swept in and cut me off, causing me to slam on my brakes. I ...
Do You Still Want the $100 Bill?
I recently listened to a talk by Eugene Cho, and he shared something that was quite impactful for me. He held up a $100 bill in his hand, and asked the audience if they wanted ...
Give Two Choices
My wife recently had a minor surgery. As she was waking up from anesthesia, the nurse came in to offer her something to eat and drink. The nurse gave two choices. “Do you want apple ...
Rules: What’s the Point?
Awhile back, my class at church went through the book of Luke. At the beginning of Chapter 6, two stories are presented about Jesus and the Sabbath. Working on the Sabbath In the first story, ...
Who Are You? How Your Identity Can Help You Change
When trying to make a change, we often focus on the specific tasks we need to do. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Exercise three times per week. Stop smoking. Plan a date night. These actions ...
Don’t Leave the Nest
I listened to an interesting talk by Joel Osteen the other day, and I’d like to share a bit about what he said. His talk was about faith and remaining hopeful for how God might ...
FINE? Feelings Inside Not Expressed
I got together with a friend not too long ago who was struggling. I knew he was having a tough time, but when I asked how he was doing, he just replied, “Fine.” I’m always ...
