From Chad

Dr. Rob Gilbert found motivation to start strength training after visiting an assisted-living community and realizing the importance of maintaining leg strength for independence. He applied the stoic practice of “premeditatio malorum” potential negative outcomes to prepare and motivate himself. This practice helps build resilience and gratitude by anticipating challenges and ...

NASA’s Voyager 2 spacecraft is running out of power, but they extended its mission by shutting down non-essential systems. This story illustrates the importance of managing limited energy resources, a lesson applicable to personal energy management. Prioritize tasks and eliminate energy drains to focus on what truly matters.

A master boat builder teaches his young helper to focus on the whole, not the gaps in the boat they’re building. The builder trust the wood to swell and close the gaps when the boat is launched, demonstrating that many perceived problems will resolve themselves.

A Detroit metal band, the Autumn Kings, broke down 500 miles from their biggest show. A stranger named Ernie lent them his SUV, allowing them to make the show. The story highlights, the power of small acts of kindness and the idea that what we have is enough to help others.

John D. Rockefeller celebrated September 26th, the day he got his first job as “Job Day” because it marked the beginning of his success.