Day 27 of the 7-40 ChallengeTuesday, January 27, 2026 I'm reading Carmine Gallo's book Talk Like TED right now, and in Chapter 1, he asks a question that stopped me on my walk this morning: "What makes your heart sing?" The answer came immediately: Being a husband to to my bride. Being a father to my son. … Continue reading The Rules That Make Excellence Possible: Day 27
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Day 22: When Comfort Became the Enemy (And Why I’m Grateful For Discomfort)
I'm reading "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt, and today a quote hit me like a punch to the gut: "When it comes to meaningful achievement, comfort = boredom." Let me be clear about something: I wasn't bored with my life. I love my life. I love my family. I cherish the time I … Continue reading Day 22: When Comfort Became the Enemy (And Why I’m Grateful For Discomfort)
Day 12: More Than Just Checking Boxes (Why This Challenge Is Emotional)
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)
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
Day 9: Twenty-Seven Years and Just Getting Started
Today is my 27th wedding anniversary. Twenty-seven years ago, I married my best friend. And sitting at the table with her this morning, talking about all the unlikely things that had to align for us to even meet, I'm reminded why Day 9 of the 7-40 Challenge matters more than any other day so far. … Continue reading Day 9: Twenty-Seven Years and Just Getting Started
