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
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
Day 31 of the 7-40 Challenge: When Life Reminds You What Matters Most
Hey there, friends! Welcome to Day 31 of my 7-40 Challenge, where I’m sharing the ups, downs, and unexpected detours of this journey. Some days, everything clicks like clockwork. You breeze through your to-do list, check off your goals, and feel like you’re absolutely crushing it. Everything works just as you planned, no surprises, no … Continue reading Day 31 of the 7-40 Challenge: When Life Reminds You What Matters Most
Day 30 of the 7-40 Challenge: A Walk, a Stranger, and a Lesson in Gratitude
Today marks day 30 of my 7-40 Challenge—a 40-day journey where I’ve committed to practicing seven habits daily to better myself and the world around me. Ten days to go, and I’m already overflowing with gratitude. This milestone feels like a victory, not just for sticking with it but for the unexpected moments that have … Continue reading Day 30 of the 7-40 Challenge: A Walk, a Stranger, and a Lesson in Gratitude
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