We can blame our shortcomings on our upbringing, the neighborhood we came from, our parents, the weather, the city we live in, blah, blah, blah… The crazy thing is that two people from those same so-called adversities can end up at opposite ends of the success scale. One may be in prison, while his twin…
1. Book I’m listening to… I just finished reading (actually listening to) the book, The Power of TED, by David Emerald. I recommend it! TED stands for The Empowerment Dynamic, which is a way to move from a victim mentality to a “creator” mentality and break what is called the Drama Triangle. It’s creatively written…
It has been reported that for the first time in history, the next generation will not live longer than their parents. Our children’s life expectancy is shorter than ours. This should bum you out. How in the world, with all of the advances we’ve made, is it possible that we are getting sicker and will…
1. Wellness tip… As Americans, we eat A LOT of food. One simple strategy to lose weight and be healthier is to consume smaller portions. When we are out to eat, it can be tough to control portions, but at home, one simple step would be to use smaller plates. We tend to fill up…
We know that if we plant a seed in rich soil, water it, and give it sunlight, it would not be long before we see it sprout and begin to grow. What if you did everything you were supposed to, but nothing happened for weeks? You would likely give up on it, eh? What if…
1. Happy Father’s Day! I would have to attribute much of who I am today because of my dad. What about him had the most impact in my life? Simple… he led by example. I got to see what a dad is supposed to be like by watching him. I remember being in college, and…
As humans, we learn a lot through observation. What we see is what we know. And what we know shapes who we become. I learned a success technique early in life called modeling, which is finding someone doing what you want to do, and then doing exactly what they are doing or have done, to…
1. Best dad? Or Worst dad? You decide… I took my daughter skydiving last weekend for her 18th birthday. I’ve gotten mixed responses… some saying that it was an awesome idea… and some thinking I was nuts for doing that. The bottom line is that the wellness lifestyle is about living fully. Personally, I never…
Life is full of ups and downs. When things are good, it is easier to be grateful, positive, and to maintain healthy lifestyle choices. But what about when things get tough? What about when adversity strikes? What about when it feels like your world is falling apart or that your life is doomed? One key…
1. Happy Memorial Day (late)… Memorial Day is a day to honor and remember those who died while serving our country in the Armed Forces. I have always had great admiration for those putting their lives on the line so we can retain the incredible freedom and lifestyle we have. I remember visiting Arlington National…