You've heard you're the average of the five people you spend the most time with. I don’t think it’s quite that simple, but it's not far off either. The people around you are environmental factors—like sunlight, soil, and water for the seeds we plant. They determine what's easily grown versus what requires constant struggle. A … Continue reading 1532. The Company You Keep
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1530. The Garden You Can’t See
Most people obsess over visible metrics: Follower counts Bank balances Scale numbers External validation But what really matters is the garden that’s invisible: your inner landscape. Your beliefs about what's possible.Your self-talk during setbacks.Your default responses to challenge.Your criteria for what constitutes "enough." These hidden seeds determine everything else. That’s why we see millionaires more … Continue reading 1530. The Garden You Can’t See
1529. The Forgotten Art of Patience
We live in an instant world. One-click purchases. On-demand entertainment. Overnight shipping. Real-time everything. This immediate gratification has warped our expectations about growth. But natural law hasn't changed: Oak trees still take decades to mature. Meaningful relationships still require years to deepen. Financial independence still needs consistent investments. Physical transformation still takes years of effort. … Continue reading 1529. The Forgotten Art of Patience
1526. The Seeds Others Plant
Not all seeds in your garden are ones you planted. Your colleague's offhand comment becomes a loop of self-doubt. Your parent's financial fears become your money mindset. A family’s cynicism slowly colors your worldview. Social media's highlight reels subtly reshape your expectations. We are permeable. Other people's thoughts, beliefs, and energies infiltrate our inner landscapes, … Continue reading 1526. The Seeds Others Plant
1525. Weeds Grow Effortlessly
No one plants weeds. No one waters them. No one fertilizes them. Yet they grow everywhere. In gardens through sidewalk cracks between your efforts. Weeds are nature's default, and left unattended, they dominate. Your life works the same way: Negative thought patterns spread without intention Relationships deteriorate without maintenance Finances drain through unconsidered spending Health … Continue reading 1525. Weeds Grow Effortlessly
1523. When Seeds Don’t Sprout
Sometimes you do everything right and nothing happens. You meditate daily, but anxiety persists.You reach out consistently, but relationships stagnate.You save diligently, but financial progress feels like nothing.You exercise regularly, yet your body seems unchanged. This is the hidden challenge of planting seeds—the waiting, the doubt, the unseen work happening beneath the surface. Most people … Continue reading 1523. When Seeds Don’t Sprout
1522. The Power of Small Seeds
Ever notice how we dismiss small actions? "It's just one workout.""It's only twenty dollars saved.""It's just a brief conversation." I feel like these small write offs are precisely why we remain stuck. We’re waiting for the dramatic gesture, the complete life overhaul, the perfect moment, an overnight success. But growth rarely (never?) works that way. … Continue reading 1522. The Power of Small Seeds
1521. Swimming naked
People want the harvest without the planting. Dreaming of relationships that nourish them, without showing up consistently. Imagining financial freedom while avoiding basic financial principles. Craving health while giving into all the little temptations. I believe every meaningful outcome begins with a decision to make the effort. Effort isn't sexy. It doesn't make for viral … Continue reading 1521. Swimming naked
1519. Impossible List Template
Legend: ✅ = Completed | 🔄 = In Progress/Planned The Life Resumé is like a bucket list. It helps me focus on building experiences and creating memories. Here's a snapshot of mine. I use google docs to help track this Last Five Completed Goals Max Roth IRA (2025) Dry January (2025) No weed 100 days … Continue reading 1519. Impossible List Template
1518. May: Good Seeds | Introduction
May arrives with promise. The soil's been turned in April with the focus on renewal, and now we plant. The habit for this month is focusing on seeding—intentionally placing ideas, habits, and efforts exactly where they'll grow best. Why focus on seeding? Because what you plant now determines your harvest later. Over the next few … Continue reading 1518. May: Good Seeds | Introduction
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