“You know what you need to do, trust yourself enough to do it!” We have all heard the term “paralysis by analysis.” It is a process people go through in constantly analyzing an idea, thought, or strategy before taking action. Eventually, the process becomes the action and no real progress is made. Ready, aim, aim… In my most recent article I offered perspective on how big goals can have a tendency to create big expectations...

“Before you can climb the mountain, you have to first learn to walk.” Goal setting is a very dangerous proposition. We often put a great deal of time, energy, thought and effort in creating goals. Unfortunately, few people celebrate their accomplishment. We have all learned it is a lot easier to create a lofty goal than it is to achieve one. Through my 100 Pedals journey, I have developed an entirely different perspective on goals...

Accomplishment is a relentless blend of focused commitment to vision, the ability to succeed in adversity and the confidence that little steps lead to big results. The other day I had a conversation with a person who was lamenting the fact that there a lot of people who “struggle to get the things they want in life.” No matter how hard they try, they simply don’t achieve their goals. And, there are others who seem to...

“Affecting change in your life is solely dependent upon you – give yourself permission to grow and get started!” There are hundreds of reasons to explain why we can’t accomplish something. We can be very creative about all the various scenarios preventing us from finishing what we start; or, stop us from even putting our efforts into gear. In reality, there is only one reason for our inability to engage – us! Today’s blog...

When you look for opportunity in adversity, you will discover the strength and courage to face it. It was a year ago that I celebrated the accomplishment of my goal — 100 consecutive bicycle rides of one hour or longer. I began those rides in a quest to gain control and perspective in my life in the face of the pain, confusion and desperation with Brandon’s addiction related issues. While I had no idea what these rides would...

“The challenging adventures in your journey are powerful paths designed to provide you strength, awareness and accomplishment for positive, celebratory reflection on the calmer, easier days.” It seems like nothing is ever as fast and easy as we desire. And, when we do declare our frustration with the process, one of our friends will toss out the standard line “if it were easy anyone could do it.” Life’s journeys are designed...