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020. You Ain't For Everyone - And That's Okay
Texas Monthly does a roundup of the top 25 BBQ joints in Texas every four years. If you made the list, you’re in the upper echelons of...


019. Don't Cut Yourself Short
I’ve been ending each of my lifting sessions with 30 minutes of zone 2 cardio, summer coming and all. I normally opt for an incline walk...


018. It's Just One Long Day
I remember training for the one and only Half Ironman I ever raced in. It’s called the Ironman 70.3 for the cumulative distances of the...


017. Depth. Details. Death. What Truly Matters in the End Anyway?
“I expected to feel only empty and heartbroken after Paul died. It never occurred to me that you could love someone the same way after he...


016. It's Never as Good, But It's Never as Bad
High school football coaches in Texas are known for their colorful sayings. From the typical "quit playing with your head up your ass,"...


015. Not What It's Cracked Up to Be
Imagine being an orthopedic surgeon. You’re a well-respected member of your community, your work has true lasting impact and meaning, and...


014. Unleashing Creativity: Embracing the Iterative Process
“Iteration is the repetition of a process in order to generate a (possibly unbounded) sequence of outcomes. Each repetition of the...


013. The Squeaky Wheel Gets the Grease. And All the Other Goodies.
No one wanted to be the “squeaky wheel” growing up. That’s the worst nickname a teenage boy could have. It was along the likes of rat and...


012. The Insignificant First Step
When starting a new habit, I’ve discovered that no first step is too small. Every action counts. It begins with an easy first step. To...


011. Setting Boundaries & Dealing with Difficult People
Imagine this: Every day at 9:00 in the morning, your grandmother comes down the stairs to water the plants… stark naked. You’ve explained...


010. Same Problem. Different Flavor - A Fresh Perspective on Life's Problems.
Years ago, during a walk with my dog, I found myself searching for answers. I had recently relocated to a new city in hopes of growing my...


009. Be Grateful And Want More
Two things can be true at once - I firmly believe that two seemingly opposing things can coexist simultaneously. Love and Hate. You can...


008. "Slow Business" - Embracing a Sustainable Approach to Business Growth
Welcome to SLOW BIZ… aka the slow business movement. Not the most thrilling title, I know. There’s a common theme in our culture that...


007. First Person Spotlight Effect
They’re probably not thinking about you, and that’s a great thing. Let me tell you why. The other week at the gym, I was stationed on the...


006. Pain Now or Pain Later
During my high school years, my geography teacher had us complete what seemed like an impossible task: memorize the entire map of the...


005. The Art of Dabbling - Why Career Jumping isn't All That Bad
When I’m asked about my work experience, I prime them with something to the effect of “It’s been a little all over the place.” I wasn’t...


004. One Turn at a Time: Navigating Life's Slopes with Confidence
Last month, my wife and I embarked on a skiing adventure in Utah. It had been a decade since I last felt the rush of skis under my feet, and


003. Why I'm Quitting the Pursuit of Legacy
Legacy is a weird thing. It’s something we all long for - to leave a dent in this world.


002. When There's No Right Answer - Critical Thinking in Real Life
I’m someone who really hated school. I loved everything that came with going to school, but when it comes to the actual school work


001. A Tale of The Comparison Trap & What to Do About It
The struggles, challenges, and even the moments of doubt contribute to our overall growth and fulfillment.
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