40 LESSONS in 40 YEARS
Do it from the heart or don’t do it at all.
Let every situation be what it is, instead of what you think it should be.
Be where your feet are – the world moves fast. Wherever you are, be all there.
Dare to be different – do you and release any guilt or need to explain your reasoning.
You get one life – run like you’re on fire towards your wildest dreams.
Show up for yourself. Be your own best friend. You might be surprised how life shows up for you in return.
Work on being a better listener. Like, really work on it. Listen with the intent to understand and be curious, not to reply. You’ll be amazed at what you learn.
Take care of yourself at the youngest age possible. Today is better than tomorrow.
Self-improvement is addicting and sometimes a bit lonely. Remember your why.
Freedom is always worth chasing. You may just find it one day.
Your thoughts shape your brain – remember, this can work for you or against you. Choose wisely.
Not everyone has the same heart and mind that you do. Do not take things personally. Continue to do you and be proud of it.
Find peace and joy in the mundane – many of you moments will be just that. Mundane is magic for your mind.
Be a leader – you do not have to do something just because everyone else is.
If you are at all close in heart to your parents – spend as much time with them as possible. Call them. Enjoy them. Learn from them.
If you say you’re going to do something – do it, or don’t say it.
Realize that everything happens for a reason – it may take a long time to see the reason, or it may never be eloquently clear, but there is a reason for everything.
Don’t discount the quiet ones. They usually have plenty to say.
Focus on your level of awareness. No one wants to be around someone that consistently acts like they’ve never been there before.
Realize all things are contagious. Negativity is contagious. So is unhappiness, fear, and sicknesses. But so is love, happiness, wellness, optimism, and courage. Surround yourself with people that bring out the best in you.
Humility will take you places – it is a high form of currency that could be used far more frequently.
Blessings and lessons are on the other side of trauma. We grow most when things are challenging, not when things are easy.
Trust your intuition. It is a gift of divine protection.
Don’t let fear or the opinions of others control what you do.
100% is easier than 98%.
Trust, but verify. Inspect what you expect. Make this habit and you will avoid a few hijack moments.
Sometimes you will have to choose your hard. Remember what life may be trying to teach you in those challenging moments.
Assess the risk and take it if you it might make you happy. True happiness is rare, so if you see an opportunity, it’s worth some serious consideration.
Everyone has an opinion; be mindful of the information you take in and wise about the ones you take advice from.
Slow your roll. It is very easy to get caught up in the pace of the world. A mindful moment goes a long way.
You become unstoppable when you work on things that people can’t take away from you. Things like your mindset, character, attitude, your entire being.
If you’re going to do something, do it on purpose and with purpose.
Give yourself grace. You’re only human and remember, failure is a pretty good teacher.
Meet people where they are, not where you think they should be. Put aside your agenda, hold space, and release judgement. You’ll feel much lighter.
Consistency wins. Success is on the other side of showing up daily. Keep going.
Time is a gift. Time is a thief. Never ever forget this. Be intentional with how you spend your time. When making plans, if it isn’t a F yes, it’s a no.
Take the trip, make the memory, snap the picture.
Pay attention. Look up. Look around. Be aware of your surroundings.
Adopt a strategy for your finances – forget keeping up with the Joneses. Make choices that benefit you now and that your future self will thank you for. Those choices can coexist.
Sprinkle the real in everything you do. You will help yourself and others get more done at a faster pace if you do not ignore reality.