You can set up your values, define a vision for your life, and think positively all you want. But without a clear plan on what you want to achieve and accomplish, intentions really won’t move you anywhere. The mind does not do well with vagueness, you need to give it something concrete and measurable that it can work towards on a daily basis.
To reach realistic goals, you must make realistic sacrifices
Hey Everyone, So here’s the thing… I feel as though an entire topic is often being neglected when it comes to setting goals. Simply put, very few people are talking about sacrifice. Now don’t get me wrong, it’s important that you don’t dwell on all the things you must abstain from if you want to […]
When does risk outweigh potential regret?
Have you ever picked up a hitchhiker? I did it one time, but I doubt I’ll ever do it again. I was heading home from university and was just about to enter the freeway before I saw a guy politely standing there with his thumb out. And maybe because it was late and I felt […]
Why knowing one skill makes you better at every skill
What comes to mind when you read this quote? “If you know the Way broadly you will see it in everything.” ― Miyamoto Musashi Perhaps it means… If you always know where you’re going, you can get there from anywhere. (OR) If you know your path, you will see purpose in everything. (OR) Excellence in anything […]
The Athlete’s Path to Re-Commitment
We’ve all heard the classic story of the Tortoise and the Hare. If you haven’t, here’s my brief synopsis: A cocky little hare wants to challenge an old sage tortoise to a foot race. The race starts and as one would expect the Hare blasts off way ahead leaving the tortoise in the dust. Seeing […]
Are your ambitions blinding you to reality?
Have you ever seen that video experiment where people are passing around a basketball? It’s a simple yet effective way to test the power of selective attention. If you haven’t seen it yet, you can do so over here: [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJG698U2Mvo[/embedyt] The experiment itself is rather simple. There are 3 players in white and 3 […]
Why a bad plan is better than no plan
If you were to be dropped in the middle of nowhere with nothing except a roughly sketched out map of the area, would you take the map and try to make the most of it, or would you go without? Chances are high that you would at very least take the map with you. It’s […]
8 Ways Journaling Can Improve Performance
Do you know what both Marcus Aurelius (A Roman emperor from 161 to 180) and Serena Williams have in common? No Marcus hasn’t won a Grand Slam tournament. And Serena was never involved in the Marcomannic Wars (although, if she were born back then she would have been a great warrior). No, it’s much simpler than […]
The Real Reason for Missed Opportunities
As humans, we are strongly inclined to enjoy comfort and predictability. This is why it can be difficult to stick with a new habit or attempt something that might hurt you physically or emotionally. But as an athlete, you are not privy to uncomfortably. Your life is predicated on your ability to push yourself both […]
Don’t Listen to Me, Listen to Will Smith
Will Smith is someone I have truly begun to appreciate the more life goes on. Not just for his abilities as an actor but also for his mentality towards being a better human being. In many of his interviews, he drops truth bombs that can seriously cut to your core. Not only are they profound […]
How to Overcome Your Irrational Fears
Have you ever had someone tell you about their irrational fear? Doesn’t it just seem strange that they can see something as terrifying, yet you just sit there wondering how on earth they could be so scared of it? I mean it just seems completely irrational that someone could be afraid sharks, public speaking, or […]