Month: June 2024 (Page 2 of 2)

I heard a line that resonated with me and I wanted to expand on it. I say “line” because it was actually from a movie. I don’t know about you, but this isn’t the most common place to produce an abundance of sage advice. But nevertheless, if it’s good then . . . .

The advice the one character was giving to the other was this, “Progress not perfection.” He was referring to moving forward towards a goal that the other character didn’t know whether or not he could achieve, but desired.

I know that sounds elementary, but this is exactly what is achievable on a consistent basis for us. To make small and measurable progress towards a desired goal each and every day that compounds over time.

It’s the tortoise and the hare. And the tortoise wins every time!

It’s much harder to listen than spouting off your insight and advice to another person, whether that’s solicited or not. I know that’s true for me.

I find that the truly wise individuals don’t say much. They listen.

I’ve recently have been aware of my behavior and vow to change.

More listening and less talking. I think we have enough talkers in the world.

I can find myself getting frustrated when I tell my 15 year-old son something and his response is, “I know.”

And of course my reply is always the same; “If you know, then why didn’t you do it?” Or “Why did you do it, then?”

I can’t blame the kid. I’m a 55 year old man and I do the same thing. Why?

Because doing the right thing – whether that’s eating healthy foods, working out or making those phone calls to prospective clients is NOT FUN. It’s a grind. You’re working towards a future-based goal in which you won’t receive that instantaneous surge of dopamine like you do when on social media. That’s a fact.

But, what we have to understand is those brief shots of dopamine and extended hours glazed over while locked into our screens are empty promises in which a fulfilling life CANNOT be built upon. That’s no secret.

So, let’s find moments in our day to take one step up the grand staircase of intention towards meaningful goals in our lives.

That’s what I want to get addicted to.

I recently spoke with a friend, who I’ve known for years, and he shared with me his struggles with some issues in his life in regards to his health.

He is better now, but had difficulty just getting out of bed, going to work or even being on vacation. He struggled for a couple of years before turning it around which I was happy to hear.

The one thing I couldn’t help but think was why he didn’t come to me for help. I feel like even though we don’t hang out daily, we’re close enough to have pretty authentic conversations with each other when we’re together. But nevertheless, when looking to discuss what he was going through, my name never came up. It’s all good, and I don’t hold it against him.

It just makes me think about whether others feel like I’m availible for them when they’re in need. That’s important to me for the ones I care about and I need to work on this.

We all need someone to lean on. I hope next time I can help.

How about you?