Nobody in the history of...

Nobody in the history of the world who spent their career following orders and playing by the rules accomplished anything that was both positive and worth remembering.

Between stimulus and response, there is a...

Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and freedom.

Be realistic about your...

Be realistic about your goals. Surround yourself with positivity. Acknowledge accomplishments and passions. Share what you have to offer. Don't be afraid to speak up. You never know how strong you are, until being strong is your only choice.

You want to deliver to the...

You want to deliver to the world what you would buy if you were on the other end. There is no ethos, in my opinion, that is better for any lawyer or any other person to have. By and large, the people who have this ethos win in life and they don’t win just money, not just honors. They win the respect, the deserved trust of the people they deal with, and there is huge pleasure in life to be obtained from getting deserved trust.

If you watch the finals or championship in any...

If you watch the finals or championship in any sport, every team goes through a moment where they want to quit. Every time. That is indescribable. How about not quitting? How about you keep doing your job and matter of fact, let’s do it even better. Let’s turn it up a notch when it gets hard.

You can think about ideas and...

You can think about ideas and possibilities or limitations. You can get jealous or you can get inspired. There is a pattern to what you think. Break that pattern if it doesn't serve your purpose.

Always leave room for the...

Always leave room for the unexpected. A buffer of time, a little extra money, a reserve of goodwill. You won't be maximizing every opportunity or squeezing out every last dollar, but what you lose in reward, you gain in safety.

Survival is the highest return of all.

You don't choose the...

You don't choose the family you're born into. You do choose the family you create. Do well by your future offspring because they have no power. Choose for them a good mother/father.

8 hour workdays are a...

8 hour workdays are a waste of time and unproductive. You're better off doing 2-4 hours of focused work per day. And spend the rest of your day resting, reading books, learning, working out,  and recharging your batteries for the next day.

Depression isn’t always looking and...

Depression isn’t always looking and feeling sad. Sometimes it’s lack of motivation, excessive sleeping, poor eating habits, unexplainable anger/easily irritated, low self-esteem, no strive to do things you normally do. Tell your mind that you're gonna make it even if you're going through the hardest of times. Your subconscious is always listening. And it believes you.

In unhealthy cultures, people see rest as...

In unhealthy cultures, people see rest as taking your foot off the gas pedal. You don't stop until you've pushed yourself to the brink of exhaustion. In healthy cultures, people see rest as a vital source of fuel. You take regular breaks to maintain energy and avoid burnout.

A friend is someone you...

A friend is someone you enjoy. You can call to catch up without scheduling a time. A good friend is someone you count on. You can call for help no matter how much time has passed.

Life is easier when you know what...

Life is easier when you know what you want—but most people don't take the time to figure out what they want. It's not that we are completely lost, but our efforts are often slightly misdirected. People will work for years and ultimately achieve a lifestyle that isn't quite what they were hoping for—often, simply, because they never clearly defined what they wanted. An hour of thinking can save you a decade of work.

"I'm just being honest" is a poor excuse for...

"I'm just being honest" is a poor excuse for being rude. Candor is being forthcoming in what you say. Respect is being considerate in how you say it. Being direct with the content of your feedback doesn't prevent you from being thoughtful about the best way to deliver it.

We stick to the wrong...

We stick to the wrong thing quite often, not because it will come to fruition by further effort but because we cannot let go of the way we have decided to tell the story, and we become further enmeshed even by trying to make sense of what entraps us, when what is needed is a simple, clean breaking away.

Groundedness does not eliminate passion...

Groundedness does not eliminate passion, productivity, or all forms of striving and ambition. Instead, it is about ditching an omnipresent and frantic anxiety to begin living in alignment with your innermost values, pursuing your interests, and expressing your authentic self in the here and now. When you are grounded there is no need to look up or down. You are where you are, and you hold true strength and power from that position. Your success, and the way in which you pursue it, becomes more enduring and robust. You gain the confidence to opt out of the consumer-driven rat-race that leaves you feeling like you are never enough.

The thing that’s very clear is that...

The thing that’s very clear is that when people hear information that comports with whatever their tribe believes, or whatever their tribe supports, they’re willing to accept it without doing a lot of digging into the quality of the source, the quality of the information, the implications of the rest of the information that goes with it. Anything that challenges what their tribe believes they are going to be more dismissive of whether or not it comes from a quality source.

People who see change as a threat to...

People who see change as a threat to the past reject new ideas and get left behind. People who treat change as a challenge in the present embrace new ideas and adapt. People who anticipate change as an opportunity for the future initiate new ideas and lead.

It’s hard to break the worry habit if...

It’s hard to break the worry habit if you believe that your worrying has a positive purpose: Worrying helps you avoid bad things, prevents problems, prepares you for the worst. But once you realize that worrying is the problem, not the solution, you regain control over your worry.

Recognizing something positive in...

Recognizing something positive in difficult times helps to move you forward. Struggle and strife are standard accessories with life. So, when they do arrive at your door, you can either get swept away by an emotional avalanche or see the situation through a clearer lens.

Over the years...

Over the years, I've learned that the first idea you have is irrelevant. It's just a catalyst for you to get started. Then you figure out what's wrong with it and you go through phases of denial, panic, regret. And then you finally have a better idea and the second idea is always the important one.

We often hold back from...

We often hold back from speaking up because we worry about what others might think of us. But it's time to break away from that. "Imagine the relationships you could cultivate and the opportunities you could discover if you spoke up and reached out. Digging deeper in your interactions, even when it’s uncomfortable, opens up a wealth of new possibilities."

Start with little...

Start with little things. Attend to the practical matters in your life. Bring your life into greater harmony. Do not try to make everything beautiful, quiet and peaceful. This is not what we mean. What we mean is bringing things into right order.

Every student needs a...

Every student needs a teacher. Every traveler needs a guide. Every explorer needs a map. You have all of these now. Take heart. Now you must find the courage and the determination to proceed. Do not become fixated on the great spiritual assistance that you have. Rather, become focused on solving problems today and tomorrow and the day after. Solve a little problem today and you will be able to solve a greater one tomorrow.

Only a few people are genuinely...

Only a few people are genuinely happy for your wins. The rest don't care or resent you. That's why it's important to keep your best friends squad small. But it's more important to ensure that you're your own best friend.

Find a partner who is ready to build with you

It is not about finding perfection in another person, it is about realizing when you come across an undeniable connection that nourishes your being and matches the type of support you are looking for. Getting lost in the idea of perfection is a hindrance. Being with someone who is committed to going through the ups and downs of life together is truly priceless.

When two people embrace their imperfections and commit to growing into better versions of themselves, it will naturally enhance the happiness they share in the relationship.

Nobody is rooting for you to...

Nobody is rooting for you to fail. You may succeed. You may fail. But, for the most part, nobody cares one way or the other. This is good. The world is big and you are small, which means you can chase your dreams with little worry for what people think.

There's nothing wrong with...

There's nothing wrong with taking feedback personally. Taking it personally shows you're taking it seriously. Getting upset isn't a sign of weakness or defensiveness. It's a sign that you care. The key is to make sure your ego doesn't stand in the way of your learning.

Friendships are more important than...

Friendships are more important than we realize. The closer the friendship the more it matters. Friendships protect us against disease, cognitive decline, and embed us with a sense of trust in the community. They also require constant reinforcement to maintain their strength.

Start where you are now

Start where you are now. Use what you have now. Do what you can now. The Future will take care of itself. Keep Going.