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Think: In what ways can you control how well you communicate?
Act: Find an article online about how to become a more effective communicator. Study the article. Apply some of the principles to your conversations today.
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There is no “I” in team.
Act: Think of a success that you’ve seen someone you know achieve recently. Recognize their success. Buy them lunch, give them a compliment, etc.
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Unlike many baseball hats, communication with different people is not a “one size fits all.”
Act: Practice communicating with someone. Have the person repeat back what they heard. Listen to what they say. Did they understand your message?
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“The truth shall set you free.”
Act: Is there something you’ve been untruthful about recently? If so, tell the truth to that person. Begin to re-establish trust.
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Think: How could explaining the process earlier help you communicate better?
Act: Think of an upcoming conversation where you need to explain a process. Anticipate some key questions that could be asked. It is better to be prepared.
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Think: Do you talk “with” or “at” people?
Act: Call up someone you love. Practice listening. Remove distractions. Ask questions to show you’re listening.
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Enneagram Type 9: The Peacemaker
Act: Write down a list of your aggressions and anxieties. You need to address the feelings you’re having. Addressing your internal anxieties could open the door for more opportunity to help bring peace into other situations.
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Enneagram Type 8: The Challenger
Act: Practice letting someone else make a decision for you today. Often little is really at stake, and you can help others grow in the process.
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Enneagram Type 7: The Enthusiast
Act: Practice listening. Call a friend. Chances are you will learn something interesting, which could open the doors for new adventures.
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Enneagram Type 6: The Loyalist
Act: Write down a list of all the thing you fear. Are most of them ones you don’t know the outcome of? Journal around the idea of boy being able to control external events. It actually being able to control your own thoughts and reactions.
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Enneagram Type 5: The Investigator
Act: Find some time to relax today. Meditate, exercise, or any other activity you find relaxing. Give your mind a break for a little bit today.
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Enneagram Type 4: The Individualist
Act: Identify what makes you unique. What is something you do that most others don’t? A search for identity and meaning can be exhausting. Know what makes you unique, and then let the rest go.
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Enneagram Type 3: The Achiever
Act: Take a break today. Take one evening to stop aggressively pursuing your goals. Meditate or practice deep breathing. You may be amazed with how recharging your battery allows you to achieve even more!
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Enneagram Type 2: The Helper
Act: Address your own needs today. Take a bath, schedule a massage, do a workout, etc. Maybe you need to address a conflict in your life that’s weighing you down. Once you take care of yourself, you’ll find that you can better serve others.
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Enneagram Type 1: The Reformer
Act: Take some time for yourself. Be spontaneous. Call up a friend and go do something with them. Maybe learn a new hobby while you’re at it.
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The Enneagram of Personality model describes the nine interconnected personality types.
Act: Take the Enneagram test. (Google “enneagram test” to find a free test online). Come back as we talk about what each one means over the next 9 days.
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Grit Scale Test - Take this!
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Think: What if believed less in luck and more in yourself to get back up whenever you fail?
Act: Practice optimistic self-talk. Recognize your capability to achieve your goal.
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Grit Scale Test - Take this!
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Think: How much harder would you work if you knew the others-centered purpose of your work?
Act: Write down how your work is purposeful to others.
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Grit Scale Test - Take this!
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Think: What if you spent more QUALITY time practicing your passion?
Act: Write down your stretch goal. Determine a plan to deliberately practice. Wash. Rinse. Repeat.
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Grit Scale Test - Take this!
Buy Angela Duckworth's "Grit" on Amazon!
Think: How much harder would you work towards something if you were interested in it?
Act: Determine your interests.
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Grit Scale Test - Take this!
Buy Angela Duckworth's "Grit" on Amazon!
Think: What levels of passion and perseverance do you obtain?
Act: Take the “Grit Scale” test on Angela Duckworth’s site.
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Think: What could you achieve if you had the perseverance to aggressively pursue your passion?
Act: Create a list of all of your passions. Identify your top 3 passions.
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A lot of people ask me what my financial strategy is, so I figured I’d share. This is my 6-step strategy.
Think: Do you have a financial strategy?
Act: Determine which step you’re on. Write down a plan to get you to the next step. Disclaimer: I’m not a financial advisor.
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Lagom is a Swedish term for “just right”. It’s about focusing on those things that are actually important to you. Not too much. Not too little. But, “just right”.
Think: How could practicing lagom help you enjoy your life more?
Act: Enjoy an indulgence, guilt-free.
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Can I be a mentor? Yes! How do I mentor? Care for them and be authentic.
Think: What do I excel in that I can help someone else?
Act: Find someone you can help. Practice being a mentor.
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Today's guest, Director of Personnel for Student Success Agency, Justin Cyrus. Follow Justin on Instagram @kid.cyrus
Anyone can be a mentor! Find someone who is succeeding at the thing you want to be doing!
Think: What do I need to succeed? Who do I know who can help me fulfill that?
Act: (1) Identify what you’re looking for and (2) reach out to a person who does that thing.
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Today's guest, Director of Personnel for Student Success Agency, Justin Cyrus. Follow Justin on Instagram @kid.cyrus
Think: If Jeff Bezos has a mentor, why wouldn’t you?
Act: Send a thank you to someone who as mentored you in the past (even if they don’t know the impact they’ve had on your life).
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NeverForget
Today’s Challenge: Be silent for one minute. Listen to today’s podcast to follow along with a minute of silence.
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“Everyone has a story that will break hour heart. And if you’re really paying attention, most people will have a story that will bring you to your knees.” - Beene Brown
Think: Don’t you want your story to be heard?
Act: Call a friend, grandparent, etc. Hear their story.
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Listening > Talking
Think: Have you ever been in a conversation where you realize someone isn’t listening to you? Have you ever done it to someone else?
Act: Call an old friend - or FaceTime. Practice listening to them.
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Be kind to others. Always.
Think: How would our world look different if we were all kind to each other?
Act: Text a friend something kind. Not because of who they are or what they will do in return, but because you are kind.
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“When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive - to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to live.” Marcus Aurelius
Think: What are you doing with your time? Are you embracing it?
Act: Do something that makes you think, enjoy, and live today.
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Love Language of the Day: Physical Touch
Think: How can embracing your partner make them feel secure and affirm your love for them?
Act: Intentionally find a way to embrace your partner today. Also, take the Love Languages quiz to figure out which one you speak!
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Love Language of the Day: Acts of Service
Think: Wouldn’t it be nice if someone helped you knock something off your to-do list?
Act: Ask your spouse (or a friend) for something you can help them with. Help them knock that item off their to-do list.
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Love Language of the Day: Receiving Gifts
Think: How do you feel when you receive a gift from somebody?
Act: Start a list in your Notes app of potential gifts for your partner. As they mention things in the future, populate them here.
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Love Language of the Day: Quality Time
Think: How could giving your undivided attention to your partner show them you love them?
Act: Ask your spouse (or a friend) to write down an activity they love doing. Set a time in the calendar to do that activity with them!
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Love Language of the Day: Words of Affirmation
Think: The tongue has the power of life and death. Which will you choose?
Act: Compliment your partner (or a friend). Be specific and genuine.
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Happy Friday, everyone!
Random acts of kindness: the ultimate win-win.
Think: Have you ever noticed when you perform a random act of kindness, it makes you feel better?
Act: Perform a Random Act of Kindness!
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FALL IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS!
Think: Do you tend to focus your energy on the end outcome or the process to get there more?
Act: Identify an action you can take today to get closer to a goal. NOW TAKE THAT ACTION!
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Grab a copy of Shawn Achor’s book “The Happiness Advantage”! BUY ON AMAZON
Think: Do you fall in the trap of thinking you need to be successful before you can be happy?
Act: Go to your text messages. Send a short text praising someone. Let the person know what you appreciate about him or her. We can become happier by making others feel good.
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Grab a copy of Grant Cardone’s book The 10X Rule! BUY ON AMAZON
In his book, Grant Cardone express that in order to obtain extreme success, you must take massive action.
Think: What if you made your goals 10x bigger?
Act: Write down a goal you have. 10x it! Take massive action.
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"The mark of perfection of character [is] to spend each day as if it were your last, without frenzy, laziness, or any pretending." Marcus Aurelius
Think: How many days do you waste?
Act: Write down what you would do if today was your last day on Earth. Do one of those things!
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Lesson 5 from my 20’s (so far): Change is the only constant.
Think: How well do you adapt to change? Are you scared of it? Or do you embrace it?
Act: Change one thing about your routine today. Add it to your calendar now.
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Lesson 4 from my 20’s (so far): Be a victor, not a victim.
Think: Victim or victor? Which is easier? Which serves you better?
Act: Think of a scenario where you feel you are the victim (this could be past or present). Journal what it would look like to be the victor.
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Lesson 3 from my 20’s (so far): There are no winners in an argument; we must win together.
Think: Do your conversations serve others?
Act: Reflect on a recent argument you’ve had with someone. Did you approach the conversation with the mentality that you were going to win?
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Lesson 2 from my 20’s (so far): Forgive others quickly.
Think: How can forgiving someone else actually make you free?
Act: Forgive someone who has hurt you in the past. Maybe letting go of that grudge you’ve been holding onto for years will allow you to find peace.
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Lesson 1 from my 20’s (so far): You can’t control everything, so don’t try to do so.
Think: How often do you let things you can’t control affect you?
Act: Make a list of things you can and can’t control. What if you only focused on those you can control?
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In this episode, we provide 3 tips to creating an effective vision for your life!
“Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others.” - Jonathan Swift
Think: What is your vision for your your future?
Act: Write a vision statement for yourself (or your business). Dream big, keep it simple, and be specific.
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This is the final episode in the 4-day mini-series discussing key takeaways from David Goggins' book, Can't Hurt Me.
Today's episode: Success is less about talent, and more about perseverance.
Push yourself a little bit farther each day; see the compounding impact it can have on your life.
Think: What % are you leaving in the tank when you stop?
Act: Read, run, meditate, journal, etc. for 5% longer today.
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In this 4-day mini-series, we are discussing key takeaways from David Goggins' book, Can't Hurt Me.
Today's episode: Get comfortable being uncomfortable.
Think: Which will get you closer to becoming the person you truly want to be? Being comfortable? Or being uncomfortable?
Act: Do something that makes you uncomfortable. Now.
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In this 4-day mini-series, we are discussing key takeaways from David Goggins' book, Can't Hurt Me.
Today's episode: Accountability
Find an accountability partner.
Think: How could having someone hold you accountable help you reach your goals?
Act: Text a friend or family member your goal. Tell that person what you will achieve, when you will achieve it, and why you want to achieve it.
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In this 4-day mini-series, we are discussing key takeaways from David Goggins' book, Can't Hurt Me.
Today's episode: Acknowledge Your Excuses
"Stop making excuses. Stop being a victim. Take personal responsibility." - David Goggins
Think: What if you removed every excuse in your way?
Act: Write down all of the excuses getting in your way from being where you want to be.
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Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps have helped millions of Americans get out of debt and realize financial freedom.
Think: What would your financial life look like without debt?
Act: Make a monthly budget. List income vs expenses. Stick to it.
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Visit helloclutter.com to learn more!
Check out today’s podcast, where I talk with Sarah from Hello Clutter about decluttering.
Clutter = anything around you that does not bring joy or add value to your life.
Think: How could your life be better with less clutter?
Act: Start a donation box. Put 1 item in it.
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In this 6-day miniseries, we discuss Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning SAVERS practices.
Today's episode, Scribing.
Think: How could your life be better if you had a method to gain clarity, capture ideas, review lessons, and acknowledge your progress?
Act: Right now, write down 1-3 things for which you are grateful.
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In this 6-day miniseries, we discuss Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning SAVERS practices.
Today's episode, Reading.
Think: What topic would you like to learn more about?
Act: Set a timer for 10 minutes. Read and take notes. Reflect on what you learned.
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In this 6-day miniseries, we discuss Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning SAVERS practices.
Today's episode, Exercise.
Think: What excuses do you make instead of getting your workout in?
Act: Set your alarm 30 minutes earlier tomorrow. Wake up and exercise. #NoExcuses
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In this 6-day miniseries, we discuss Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning SAVERS practices.
Today's episode, Visualization.
Think: How could imagining the impossible make attaining it seem possible?
Act: Set a timer for 5 minutes. Practice visualization. Imagine your wildest dreams coming true.
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In this 6-day miniseries, we discuss Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning SAVERS practices.
Today's episode, Affirmations.
Think: How is your self-talk? How could intentionally improving your self-talk each morning improve your day?
Act: Create an affirmation. Set a timer for one minute, and repeat it to yourself out load over-and-over until the time runs out.
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In this 6-day miniseries, we discuss Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning SAVERS practices.
Today's episode, Silence.
Think: What if instead of instant preoccupation, your day began in purposeful silence?
Act: Set a timer for 1 minute. Practice silence.
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In this episode, we read and discuss Chief Tecumseh's poem, Live Your Life.
“Live your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life” - Chief Tecumseh
Think: How do you invest in yourself and others daily?
Act: Text a friend some genuine praise. You never know when someone needs to hear some encouragement. Maybe it’s right now.
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In this episode, we review the timeless wisdom in Seneca's essay, On The Shortness of Life.
“You must not think a man has lived a long life because he has white hair and wrinkles; he has not lived long, just existed long” - Seneca
Think: What proof of your life do you want to have when you are older?
Act: Spend 10 minutes on something you’re passionate about today.
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