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There’s no way around it. Modern life rewards speed. The faster you move, the more productive you look. As odd as it sounds, it’s not uncommon to hear people wearing their busyness like a badge of honor But speed is Continue Reading Win Today Life, Wellness
There’s a phrase I come back to often. A simple mantra that helps me recalibrate when life feels too busy or too overwhelming. It’s just two words: Win Today. It’s a phrase that only works when we break it into Continue Reading The Four-Step Protocol for Making Improvements Wellness
We all want to improve—whether it’s our health, performance, or overall well-being. But too often, the first instinct is to jump to extreme solutions: expensive treatments, medications, or even surgical interventions. Not only can these approaches have unforeseen consequences, Continue Reading February Read Receipts Books
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Made for People Solid advice on making and maintaining friendships as an adult, but it didn’t exactly light a fire under me. Felt like it missed how much your Continue Reading Your Body Wants to Be Fat Wellness
Your body wants to be fat. So does mine. And I’m not just talking about our tendency toward late-night snacking or grabbing an extra scoop of ice cream. We are biologically hardwired to put on weight. Like they say Continue Reading Breath by James Nestor - Book Review Books, Wellness
Much like James Nestor, I rarely gave much thought to how I breathed. I mean, it’s pretty obvious that failing to breathe is, you know, bad—considering it has a 100% mortality rate. But breathing isn’t something we typically have to Continue Reading January Read Receipts Books
Here are the books I read in the month of January - the Read Receipts. This month featured 3 non fiction titles and one fantastic story! My goal each month in the new year is to share what I've Continue Reading 4000 Weeks by Oliver Burkeman - Book Review Books
At some point last year, I read Oliver Burkeman’s productivity book, 4000 Weeks. It was, perhaps, both the most helpful and least helpful productivity book I’ve ever read. Let me explain. The title, 4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, hints Continue Reading James by Percival Everett - Book Review Books
Don’t you love it when a book, movie, or story catches you off guard? “I see dead people…” Indeed you do, Haley Joel Osment. James by Percival Everett isn’t a ghost story, but it has a similar effect, forcing you to Continue Reading Meditation: Suffering - on Crossing the Bridge When We Come to It Life
In his Letters to Lucilius, Roman playwright and philosopher Seneca wrote: "We suffer more often in imagination than in reality." That hits home. Seneca isn’t dismissing or denying the reality of suffering in the world. Instead, he’s pointing out a familiar human Continue Reading Meditation: Fairness, or Getting What We Deserve Life, Wellness
We think we want life to be fair, but in reality, we don’t. What we actually desire is an easy, comfortable life—one free from pain and drama. We assume we want a fair life because that would mean achieving those Continue Reading 10-25 The Science of Motivating Young People - Book Review Books
Kids these days, am I right? We’ve all heard it, and most of us have probably said it. As a coach of students and young adults over the last 20 years, I know I have. Kids today are different from Continue Reading Book Review: Outlive Books, Wellness
Assumed/Intended Audience:  This post assumes the reader is interested in improving his/her overall health and wellness, especially how we can live long and health lives. Author Background/Experience: The author is not a medical professional but a public health expert with years Continue Reading Meditation: New Beginnings Wellness
There is something powerful about new beginnings. I am someone who is motivated by streaks. I enjoy chaining together different activities to see how many times in a row I can perform better. This can be a double-edged sword because Continue Reading Meditation: Enough of What I Need and Less of What I Want Wellness In Western culture, the path to happiness is often paved with the desire for more possessions, attention, and influence, believing that having more will bring satisfaction and meet the needs of our hearts. But what if the opposite were true? Continue Reading Memento Mori: An Ancient Strategy for a Disciplined Life Wellness In a world that incessantly promotes the pursuit of eternal youth, wealth, and happiness, the concept of "memento mori" offers a refreshing and insightful perspective. The Latin phrase that translates to "remember that you will die" is a stark reminder Continue Reading Meditation: Creating Balance Wellness We often need to be more precise when discussing work-life balance. We commonly speak about finding or seeking balance, recognizing that achieving it can be elusive. Life's competing priorities naturally pull us in different directions. To some extent, that's normal. Continue Reading Meditation: What if the Opposite Were True? Wellness Sometimes, when I find myself trapped in unhelpful thought patterns, I deliberately shift my mindset by asking a crucial question: "What if the opposite were true?" This question allows me to reframe my perspective, especially when my thoughts tend towards Continue Reading Meditation: Words as Hammers Wellness Our words are like hammers. With hammers, we can build and beautify, or we can demolish and break down. We can direct these word hammers towards ourselves just as easily as we do towards others. For most of us, words Continue Reading Strength Training: Why It's Important and a Simple Plan Wellness Strength training isn't just for muscleheads or gym bros; it holds value for all of us, especially as we age. On average, individuals tend to lose between 1 to 3% of muscle strength and 3 to 5% of muscle mass Continue Reading Meditation: Gratitude Wellness One of the ways we build contentment in our lives is through practicing gratitude. When we focus our attention on the people, places, and things we are thankful for, we momentarily shift our focus away from ourselves and allow someone Continue Reading Meditation: Contentment Wellness Contentment can often feel elusive. We commonly grapple with a sense of lack or an excess of satisfaction, teetering between the two extremes. Learning to be content means finding that sweet spot in between. But how can we achieve this Continue Reading The Circadian Code - Book Review Books, Wellness
Assumed/Intended Audience:  This post assumes the reader is interested in improving his/her overall health and wellness, especially looking into why we sleep and how we can sleep better. Author Background/Experience: The author is not a medical professional but a public health Continue Reading Why We Sleep - Book Review Books, Wellness
Assumed/Intended Audience:  This post assumes the reader is interested in improving his/her overall health and wellness, especially looking into why we sleep and how we can sleep better. Author Background/Experience: The author is not a medical professional but a public Continue Reading The Story Behind the Bike Videos Life About a year ago, I sold my truck and began riding my bike to work. I had several reasons for doing it.  I wanted to save some money and be more environmentally conscience and driving a full size Silverado and its Continue Reading Approaching Fear and Doubt Wellness On a recent commute to work I was thinking a lot about fear and doubt. It strikes me that fear isn't necessarily a bad thing. Fear can motivate you. Fear can keep you sharp. Fear can focus you on what's Continue Reading Encouraging the Heart - Book Review Books
Assumed Audience I'm writing to leaders who enjoy reading and are interested in doing the type of self-reflection necessary to improve their relational abilities. Author's Intentions I have over 20 years of experience leading teams in non-profit, ministerial, small business, and Continue Reading Learning to Be Present in the Moment Life, Wellness A skill I am intentionally developing is learning to be present in the moment. This is not something that happens naturally for me. It is something that must be carefully cultivated.  You recognize instinctively when you are in the presence of Continue Reading A Wet Adventure on The Florida Run Life Last year Jennifer and a friend ran the half marathon at The Florida Run at Colt Creek State Park. She didn’t really train for it and let’s just say her performance wasn’t really representative of what she can do. So Continue Reading Stepping Down As Mayor City, Life In November, I announced that I was stepping down as the mayor and from the City Commission of the City of Bartow. It was one of the most difficult decisions I have made. After a long process, I was selected as Continue Reading

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Diamonds are Forever – Bartow Chamber Annual Event

Jennifer and I had a great time at the annual Bartow Chamber event. Each year they pick a theme. This year was “Diamonds are Forever”, a play on James Bond. While no one would ever mistake me for Bond, I think my wife makes a...
  • January 27, 2018
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CBR – Not the Amount that Matters

It’s not the amount of faith that matters, but rather learning to be faithful with whatever faith the Lord has given to you. Luke 17:5-6...
  • January 23, 2018
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Book Review – StoryBrand

Like most people, I first came across Donald Miller in his book, “Blue Like Jazz”. Anyone who read that memoir of a man trying to make sense of early adulthood in the Pacific Northwest will have a hard time reconciling that image with the man...
  • January 21, 2018
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Meditation For People Who Aren’t Really Weird

About this time last year, I begin working on a new discipline – meditation. When most people think about meditation a bunch of weird, new age images pop into their heads. At least, it did for me. But, the more I read about the habits...
  • January 12, 2018
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NC to DC Family Trip

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  • January 7, 2018
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Good News for Fellow Failures

One of the reasons we love to celebrate the turning of the new year is the promise of a fresh start. We can look forward with hope that in this next year we will somehow, maybe be a better version of our self. The problem...
  • December 31, 2017
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Not a Bad Friday Evening

A little Bulleit and a fire are a fine way to spend an evening....
  • December 29, 2017
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A Feeling Between Puke and Pride

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  • December 19, 2017
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