Significant Outcomes in the Face of Adversity

## How Come Change Is So Difficult?

Posted by Dave Cooke on Oct 22, 2025 in Change, Commitment, Uncategorized | 3 comments

“Embracing change requires a willingness to let go of all habits, practices, and behaviors in the quest to discover a new path on the journey.” A little over a week ago, I took a spill on my bike. It had rained during my ride. Even though it had rained while I was riding, I managed to navigate a route that enabled me to avoid getting soaked. While my surrounding neighborhood got rained on, I can proudly exclaim I did...

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## Busting Through the Barriers

Posted by Dave Cooke on Oct 15, 2025 in Change, Commitment, Focus, Passion, Purpose, Uncategorized, Vision | 0 comments

“The commitments we make are strongest when they are linked to our passion and our vision. Maintaining focus keeps us on our course!” Over the past few weeks, I have been traveling at a decent pace on my committed path. This path is a clear reflection of my passion, my commitment, and my vision. I have never been more energized by what I am engaged in. At the same time and at a similar pace I sometimes feel like I am...

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## How to love the journey!

Posted by Dave Cooke on Oct 8, 2025 in Commitment, Focus, Passion, Purpose, Uncategorized, Vision | 2 comments

“Every road on our journey isn’t direct, fast, easy, or clear. Our progress is not defined by the path we take; but, it is defined by our commitment to be on the right path.” I share the analogy with many here in Phoenix, that the fastest road to LA is Interstate 10. Generally speaking, hopping on Interstate 10 here in Phoenix will put you somewhere near the beaches of LA in a little over five hours. You may find...

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## How I Keep Moving

Posted by Dave Cooke on Oct 1, 2025 in adversity, Commitment, Focus, Inspiration, Passion, Purpose, Uncategorized | 1 comment

“No matter how dark the present appears, I choose to live for the promise of the future and to celebrate the opportunities created through my passion and my gifts.” This was the very first quote generated from the very first of the 100Pedals rides back on January 1, 2011. I thought about this quote a great deal. I reference it in one of the chapter’s in my upcoming book, as well. This is the quote that inspires,...

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