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Game-Changing Mindset: Turbocharging Success with Self-compassion and Acceptance
In the world of sports, the pursuit of excellence is often synonymous with relentless training, pushing the limits, and striving for perfection. Athletes dedicate their lives to honing their skills and achieving peak performance. We’ve all heard the saying that those that are willing to work harder than their competitors are the ones that become…
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The Toxicity of the Daily Grind
There. I said it. This may be an unpopular view point among people with big goals, but after speaking to a client about the pressures of the real estate world right now and what I have witnessed and lived myself in the world of elite athletics, I think it needs to be said. In our…
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Champions Do What Others Won’t: The Magic Happens When We Do The Work We Avoid
Alright, alright, ALRIIIGHT! It’s Championship week for a lot of us!!! We’ve all heard champions aren’t born, they are made. They rise to the top not solely due to innate talent, but because of their willingness to do what others avoid. It’s a simple yet powerful truth: the magic happens when you confront the work…
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The Power of Collaboration:Becoming Your Best Self Through Teamwork
Happy Fall! I am so excited for the end of Summer, partly for the weather change but mostly for what lies ahead. As we approach the beginning of November, my family is getting closer to our last competition of the year: a Championship for the young horses on our farm, as well as for our…
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Knowledge isn’t Power; it’s Potential Power
I don’t know about you, but I grew up with the age-old saying “knowledge is power” ingrained into my mind. There were even cute little infomercials during Saturday morning cartoons telling us so. But I think that it is time to challenge this idea and introduce a more accurate perspective: knowledge isn’t power; it’s potential…
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Rising Above Setbacks
Overcoming life’s challenges… I had a recent request for this one! We all have them, whether it’s an ill-timed abscess, blowing your transmission on your truck, losing your job, or a devastating injury to your beloved equine partner, it can sometimes feel impossible to get past some of the curve balls that life throws you.…
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The Man In The Arena
Sorry I have been MIA lately, but LIFE happens! As quite a few of us are certainly heading to a horse show or sporting event this weekend, let me quote my most favorite speech of all time, The Man in the Arena. We all may benefit from hearing this before we judge ourselves and the…
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The Zen of Less Is More: If less is more, then nothing is everything.
A zen state of mind is described as a mind that is clear, free of superstitious, delusional and damaging thoughts. A zen state of mind could certainly be useful in your day to day activities, but most certainly, useful during competition. Which brings us to today’s thought of, “If less is more, then nothing is…
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The Unseen Effort: What Was Behind Michelangelo’s Success
Michelangelo Buonarroti, the renowned Italian Renaissance artist, left an indelible mark on the world through his masterpieces like the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the Statue of David. Beyond the mesmerizing beauty of his creations lies a story of dedication, relentless effort, and unwavering commitment. Michelangelo’s quote, “If people only knew how hard I worked, they…
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Empowerment Through Self-Perception: The Wisdom behind “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”
In a world teeming with social media and online interactions and relationships, it’s all too easy to allow external influences to shape our sense of self-worth. And since last week we had a quote from a strong female, I thought I would bring Elenor Roosevelt’s timeless quote, “No one can make you feel inferior without…