This is a mindset or believe that there is plenty out there for everybody. This was initially coined by Stephen Covey in the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. Let us contrast this with the Scarcity mindset as he describes this: “Most people are deeply scripted in what I...
There are those who believe that their talents are innate gifts and they don’t have anything to do to change that. These are those who have a Fixed mindset. Then there are those who believe that their talents can be developed through practice, hard work, good strategies and feedback...
This is the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” – Lao Tzu “It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.” – Confucius While patience...
“Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing.” – Albert Schweitzer “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way” – John Maxwell The mark of a great leader is someone who “walks the talk.” This is critical...
“It is not fair to ask of others what you are unwilling to do yourself” – Eleanor Roosevelt This may sound obvious but it is one of the most challenging qualities to live by given the widely varied nature of humans. It is the quality of being fair, or...
Being a soccer player and a soccer coach, I really like starting this section with this quote: “Life is like Soccer. You need goals” – Unknown I have my friend who gets very excited about New Year. Not for the celebrations, well partly maybe, but mostly for the opportunity...
This is a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something. This is often displayed through strong opinions, vocal beliefs, and excessive time/financial investment in a particular activity. When you see yourself putting more energy into something than most around you do, that is passion....
“The problem is not that there are problems. The problem is expecting otherwise and thinking that having problems is a problem.” – Theodore Rubin One thing that is a given in life or any activity or business is problems or obstacles. It is not about when you will have...
This is the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties. It is toughness, both mental and physical. It is the ability to withstand adversity and bounce back from difficult life events. I like how APA ( describe this also. It is the process of adapting well in the face of...
This is a question or sentence worded to solicit information. In most situations in life, your direct observation will be absent and asking intelligent questions is the best way to gain deeper understanding. You approach every situation by first seeking to know and understand. Remember when you were a...
