Category: Random Thoughts

Motivation, Random Thoughts

Influence and Impact

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A lot of who we are is based on the actions and decisions of others. It can come from our experiences with our parents, other family members, friends, peers, or even strangers. Anyone’s actions can have an impact on our lives, whether they are positive or negative.

While we cannot control exactly how others affect us, we can control our own actions. The best thing we can do is strive to be good people, treat others well, and have good character. By doing that, we can ensure that the inevitable impact we have on others and the impact they have on us is positive.

Motivation, Random Thoughts

Intentions into Impact

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Sometimes, when we do things with good intentions, the results may not align with our desired outcomes. While having good intentions is a positive starting point, it takes more than that to make a meaningful impact and achieve our goals.

By solely relying on good intentions, we often overlook other crucial aspects required to effectively accomplish what we set out to do. This may involve placing the right people in appropriate roles to assist us or seeking guidance from someone with more experience in that field.

Additionally, we must assess our actions and their role in the process. Good intentions require corresponding actions to support them. It’s important not to act solely based on good intentions.

Motivation, Random Thoughts

Unwavering Dedication

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Sometimes, you have to approach things with an all-or-nothing mindset. Either commit fully or don’t commit at all.

When we allow too much flexibility or set goals with conditions, it can be counterproductive. It’s like marrying someone and saying you want to spend your life together but having them sign a prenup. That mindset is flawed from the start.

No matter what new goal or life change you decide to pursue, give it your all. Be consistent even on days when you don’t feel like it. Avoid making excuses or settling for half-hearted efforts. You can do it.

Motivation, Random Thoughts

Seize Your Day

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Waking up at 8 am is considered sleeping in.

The day is halfway over at 12 pm.

Sometimes you need to put things into perspective.

Let’s have a productive day, not just today, but every day. It’s possible.

Motivation, Random Thoughts

Promises and Happiness

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I believe that a significant amount of happiness stems from fulfilling our commitments and accomplishing the tasks we set out to do.

When we honor our word, we experience a sense of fulfillment. Similarly, when others uphold their promises, we hold them in high regard.

The next time you find yourself in a negative mood or feeling unhappy, ask yourself if you are following through on your commitments, pursuing your desires, and attending to your responsibilities.

Motivation, Random Thoughts, Sports

Shadows of Significance

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One of my earliest memories of college football that had a significant impact on me was during fall football camp in my freshman year.

During a play, one of our older players suffered a major injury, causing the athletic trainers to rush onto the field to assist the player in pain. At that moment, our head coach yelled “Riverside!” In football’s context, when “Riverside” is shouted during practice, it signifies that the offense should go in the opposite direction on the field, allowing practice to continue while the injured player remains on the field.

That day, practice carried on, and unfortunately, the injured player never played football again. It was astonishing to experience for the first time, but it became normalized as injuries occurred frequently.

Whether it was practice or a game, when someone gets injured, the show goes on without them, even if they are a notable player like Aaron Rodgers. This taught me that people are attracted to your gifts, not necessarily you as an individual. Once your gift is gone, they will move on to the next person.

The negative aspect I learned from witnessing this happen repeatedly over time is that we are not as important as we believe ourselves to be. However, the positive aspect is also realizing that we are not as important as we think we are.

Motivation, Random Thoughts

Mastering the 80/20 Rule

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Whether it’s sports, business, or life in general, you often hear about the 80/20 rule.

The 80/20 rule means that 80% of the results come from 20% of the causes or efforts. The rule tells us that most of the good stuff comes from just a few important things we do or focus on.

In sports, you can change one thing about your game to make you a much better player. In business, a large portion of profits often comes from a small number of high-value customers or products.

We can apply the 80/20 rule to just about anything in life. It’s important to apply it to life in general and only focus on the things that we can control.

I think that 80% of the things that happen to us are out of our control, but that 20% of the things that we can control have a bigger impact on our lives. We can’t control things like unexpected health issues, natural disasters, and other people’s actions. However, we can control our own actions, choices, attitudes, and how we respond to different situations.

Focus on those things. They may fall into the 20%, but controlling those things has a big impact on our lives.

No matter the situation, no matter what you’re trying to learn or do, or what you’re going through, focus on what you can actually control in life, or what you can contribute, or what small 20% change in life can have an 80% result.

Your big problems aren’t as big as you think. Your small actions matter much more than you think. It’s just something to think about when you’re trying to make small changes to your life for big results.

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Car Wash Blues: Embracing Life’s Surprises

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Over the weekend, I decided to get a car wash, and my car looked nice and clean afterward. However, less than 24 hours later, it rained, leaving my car dirty again with dried raindrops on its surface.

Despite this, I have no regrets about getting the car wash. It’s a matter of principle for me to keep my car clean, and I went ahead and did just that. Even though I didn’t get to enjoy the cleanliness for long before the rain came, it doesn’t change my belief in maintaining high standards for myself.

This is just how life works – unpredictable events happen, and we must adapt and keep moving forward.

Perhaps next time, I should plan better by checking the weather beforehand and choosing the right day for a car wash. Regardless, life continues, and I can always get another car wash. This experience has taught me a valuable lesson for the future.

Motivation, Random Thoughts, Sports

Winning Team Success

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If you’ve been following college football, you may be aware of Coach Deion “Prime” Sanders becoming the new head coach at the University of Colorado Boulder. The team had a rough season with a 1-11 record, which led to the need for a new head coach.

However, this season they have started with a 2-0 record and gained attention and respect. Coach Sanders made significant changes during the off-season, purging the team roster and bringing in 86 newcomers. While his team possesses some highly ranked players, overall they may not be considered more talented than their opponents on paper. However, Coach Prime has shown that having the right people on the bus is crucial.

In the book “Good to Great,” it is discussed how successful executives first focus on getting the right people on the bus before determining the destination. Coach Prime seems to have done well in this regard.

While talent is important, it is not the sole factor for success. Having the right individuals who align with the team’s vision is more crucial. When the right people are on the bus, changing direction becomes easier, and motivation and management become less of a challenge. Conversely, having the wrong people can hinder the success of a team or organization.

Coach Prime seems to have assembled a team of individuals who are united, motivated, and ready to overcome challenges together. They trust their coach, share a winning mentality, and work as a cohesive unit. It is remarkable what can be achieved with the right team by your side.

This applies not only to sports but also to life in general. Surrounding yourself with the right people, having good leaders and mentors, and embodying good character are key factors in achieving success. No matter what path you choose, be mindful of the company you keep. Life is a journey, so ensure you’re traveling with the right companions.

Motivation, Random Thoughts

Future in Today

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What we do today is what matters the most.

It’s easy to overlook your actions on a random day. The thing is, those days turn to weeks, to months, to years, to decades, then you look up, and the changes that have happened in your life aren’t good ones.

The daily choices we make, and the lifestyle that we decide to have eventually catch up with us. It’s like the frog that stays in the pot as the water temperature increases. Before he knows it, the water is boiling, and it’s too late for him to jump out of the water.

The same goes for us. We can “jump out the water” today to whatever it is we need to change in our lives, but a lot of time we don’t try to jump out until the water is boiling.

It’s much easier to make changes today, right now, as opposed to making changes after a lifetime of bad choices.

So just start with today, and do what is needed today for you to live the life you envision in the future. As Marshall McLuhan would say, “the future of the future is the present.”