John Wooden defines success as “peace of mind attained only through self satisfaction in knowing you did the best of which you’re capable”. So often we look to others to validate our sense of self. We confuse reputation (what others perceive) with character (who we really are). This reversed logic makes if very difficult to pursue our truest aims as we are forever seeking to please others. But what if we were to consider the notion of self satisfaction in knowing we did our best? How would this change the way we work, love, live, play, pray?
Best We Can Be
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About the Author: Yael Blum
I am committed to the heart of the matter, that essential point where purpose, values, dreams, wisdom, courage, love and leadership conspire to catalyze a course of action that nourishes people and planet.
The Get INtwoIT blog is a place where I can share my insights and observations, bounce around ideas, challenge assumptions, invite perspectives and practice saying what I mean and meaning what I say. I welcome feedback, invite the occasional guest blog and hope you enjoy stopping by from time to time.
Thank you,
Yael
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