What’s one area where you know you could win, if you stopped trying to do it all?

Whether you’re leading a workout, a team, or just trying to lead yourself better each day, this matters. You can’t promise the outcome, but you can promise the opportunity. This foundational principle, attributed to Nick Saban, the former head coach of Alabama's college football team, who is considered one of the greatest coaches of all time, guided his recruiting efforts, which focused on finding the right people, not just the best players. He didn’t promise starting positions, playing time, or stardom. Instead, he promised an environment where the right people would be given access to the tools, coaching, systems, and processes that would provide them with the best opportunity to become the best version of themselves. He only promised an opportunity because results are never guaranteed. He understood that consistent effort and a commitment to showing up every day were factors his players could control, ultimately leading to their personal success, as well as the team's overall success. So, what does it mean for us? What can we take away from this principle? Promise yourself and others the opportunity to work hard, grow, and consistently show up, rather than focusing on the outcome. That’s where the real magic happens. Double down on progress, not perfection. Even when your opportunities seem limited, focus on what you can control. Show up and give your best effort every time. Sometimes, the difference between an opportunity and an obstacle is how you choose to see it. Because the right mindset turns challenges into stepping stones.

When was the last time you faced a challenge and figured it out, even when you had no idea where to start?

One of the biggest reasons people fall short of their goals is that they never clearly define them. As Marie Forleo writes in her book “Everything Is Figureoutable,” “Vague goals produce vague results. If you’re not clear on what you want, you’ll settle for what you get.” This is what vague and undefined goals look like: - “I want to get in shape.” - “I just want to feel better.” If you want real change, you need real clarity. This is what clear and defined goals look like: - “I want to lose 15 pounds over the next 12 weeks so I can fit into my clothes comfortably and feel confident at my friend’s wedding.” - “I want to improve my mood and focus by committing to 30 minutes of daily movement and drinking 100 oz of water each day for the next 30 days.” The key difference between a vague goal and a clearly defined one is a deadline. A defined goal sets a clear target with a specific time frame, so when the deadline arrives, you’ll know exactly whether you hit the mark or not. It’s done, or it’s not. No guesswork. No gray area. A fun and powerful way to bring your goals to life is by creating a vision board. No, it won’t magically make your goals happen—but it will help you stay focused and inspired by keeping your vision front and center every day. If you prefer writing things down, that also works! Journaling or creating goal lists can be just as effective. The point is to get your goals out of your head and into the real world—to turn vague wishes into crystal-clear commitments you can see, feel, and move toward. You don’t need to know every detail right now; just keep your vision at the forefront and focus on taking the next best action. When your 'why' is strong, the 'how' always finds a way.

I’ll be honest — I don’t always nail my mornings.There are days I wake up, hit snooze, grab my phone, and start reacting to the world instead of leading my day. And every time that happens, I can feel the difference. My energy, focus, and mindset just feel… off. But when I own that first hour — everything shifts.The first 60 minutes after you wake up have the power to shape your entire day. That’s why I’ve been working hard to build my Morning Ritual — not for perfection, but for progress. Here’s what I’ve been focusing on lately 👇 🧘‍♂️ Mindset First — No phone. Just breathe, pray, or reflect on gratitude. 📓 Set Intentions — Write down 3 wins I’m going to create today. 💪 Move Your Body — Even 10 minutes of movement wakes up the mind. 💧 Hydrate & Fuel — Coffee’s great, but water comes first. 🎧 Feed the Mind — A few pages of a book or a short podcast to inspire growth. The goal isn’t to have a perfect morning…It’s to own your morning more often than you don’t. Because when you win the first hour — the rest of the day follows your lead. 💭 I’d love to hear from you — what’s one thing you do (or want to start doing) in your first hour that helps you feel in control of your day?