by Jim Chaput | Dec 7, 2019 | Jim's Blog
Can’t might be one of the most overused words in our language. The next time you think or say you can’t do something, stop and ask yourself why. You might find out that you mean that you won’t. I can’t give up wine. I love the flavors and experience of it. It’s...
by Jim Chaput | Dec 6, 2019 | Jim's Blog
It can be challenging overcoming the momentum of the week. A late football game on Sunday leads to a late start on Monday…Trying to get everything done on Monday leads to another late night…This leads to another late start on Tuesday. Add a snowstorm and you end with...
by Jim Chaput | Dec 5, 2019 | Jim's Blog
When you tell yourself or others that you can’t do something (that tempts you), you’re destined to fail. If you are trying to break a daily ice cream habit, saying, “I can’t eat ice cream.” is asking for trouble. You’re sending a message of deprivation...
by Jim Chaput | Dec 4, 2019 | Jim's Blog
When time is of the essence, seize the moment. Once it’s past, there’s no going back. I was working this afternoon and planned to take Roli for a walk when I finished. I looked out the window and saw amazing colors shining through the trees. Change of plans...
by Jim Chaput | Dec 3, 2019 | Jim's Blog
To accelerate your progress or bust through plateaus, surround yourself with people that are better than you. Your ego might take a hit, but it’ll be worth it. When you see what’s possible, you’re more likely to overcome your own limiting beliefs. There’s an old...
by Jim Chaput | Dec 2, 2019 | Jim's Blog
My December challenge is to look at my actions each day and reflect on who I’m becoming as a result of those actions. The first day was interesting. Before I did some of my usual Sunday stuff, I stopped and thought about it. I took Roli on a nice hike as usual....
