I'm in the Emotional chapter of "Made to Stick" this morning, and something caught my attention. The Heath brothers tell a story about a soldier cook. He had retired, but when offered an opportunity to cook for soldiers in Iraq, he jumped at the post. When asked about his job, he didn't say "I prepare … Continue reading Day 12: More Than Just Checking Boxes (Why This Challenge Is Emotional)
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Gratitude Sunday: My Mom and George Bailey
One of my favorite Christmas movies is It’s a Wonderful Life. When I was younger, I liked it because an angel comes down and helps a guy get through a hard time. You get to see his whole story unfold and figure out who he really is. I didn’t see the deep significance as a … Continue reading Gratitude Sunday: My Mom and George Bailey
Why Gratitude Is Habit #7 in My 7-40 Challenge: Three Gifts That Changed Everything
When I designed the 7-40 Challenge—seven daily habits practiced for 40 days, repeated throughout 2026—I had to make hard choices. Only seven habits. Not eight. Not ten. Seven. Bible study made the list. So did exercise, calorie tracking, water intake, reading, and creative work. But the seventh spot? That one is special to me. I … Continue reading Why Gratitude Is Habit #7 in My 7-40 Challenge: Three Gifts That Changed Everything
Finding Your Why: Day 2 of the 7-40 Challenge
Welcome back to the 7-40 Challenge. It's Day 2, and momentum is strong. Today's Progress : Bible study ✓ | Exercise ✓ (walking and yoga) | Reading ✓ (1 hour into Made to Stick) | Water & calorie tracking ✓| Content creation ✓| Gratitude ✓| Seven habits, all moving forward. The system is working. The real test … Continue reading Finding Your Why: Day 2 of the 7-40 Challenge
Embarking on the 7-40 Challenge: Welcome to 2026
Hello, friends. Welcome to 2026! It's January 1st, and I'm thrilled to kick off Round One of the 7-40 Challenge. This year, I've decided to make 2026 the most purposeful year of my life. To do that, I'm using my 7-40 framework: seven core habits practiced in 40-day cycles to build sustainable transformation. As Winston … Continue reading Embarking on the 7-40 Challenge: Welcome to 2026
