Posts in the Category "Mindset"


Preference Versus Conviction

Preference is based on emotion. Conviction is based on principle. When you go through life based on your preferences, or what you FEEL like doing, you’re essentially like a feather blowing in the winds of your circumstances and emotions getting nowhere but wherever the winds happen to take you. When you live by conviction you.. Read more →


Don’t Be In A Hurry To Get Ahead

“If you’re always in a hurry, always trying to get ahead of the other guy, or someone else’s performance is what motivates you, then that person is in control of you.” – Wayne Dyer Look within yourself for motivation. It’s YOU vs YOU!


Why Blame Is A Waste Of Time

“All blame is a waste of time. No matter how much fault you find with another, and regardless of how much you blame him, it will not change you. The only thing blame does is to keep the focus off you when you are looking for external reasons to explain your unhappiness or frustration. You.. Read more →


Saboteurs Can Only Do What You Allow

Whether you’re trying to lose fat or gain muscle you’re undoubtedly going to run into saboteurs. Some will be your closest friends, family, or even your spouse. They may say you’re getting “too skinny”, “too fat”, “too manly”, or just that you’re too attentive to your diet and “maybe you should just live a little”… Read more →


Grinding Through Obstacles

Anybody can stick to a plan when their motivation is strong and their circumstances are easy. The challenge in making fitness a real lifestyle is making it something you do day in and day out regardless of the obstacles you face. If you don’t do this you’ll forever be trapped in the pattern of taking.. Read more →


Guilt and Time Machines

Unless you happen to have a time machine that allows you travel back and correct a dietary indiscretion, there is really no use in beating yourself up over it. Let it go. Move forward. Get back on plan.