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Stop Striving for Perfection

Have you ever heard someone say that they were trying to be perfect? I've heard this said many times by people from all walks of life. I feel the desire to be perfect is holding people back from living the lives they desire. They have bought in whole heartedly that perfection is attainable when there is no way any person can ever possibly achieve it.  Think about it for a second each and every human being is flawed and makes mistakes. It is who we are and wishing we were people flawless won't make us perfect. It makes us crazy!  Perfection is a myth . There is nothing wrong with trying to be our best, but fooling ourselves just to make us feel better is not the right approach.  Being Imperfect is an Advantage   So we are not perfect, but what if I told you your imperfections were an advantage would you believe me? Because we are imperfect, failure will always be a part of our lives, and history shows those who use their failures as stepping stones are a...

Learn How to Live the Best Day Ever by Understanding the 10-10-80 Principle

I have found life has a lot to offer, sometimes it seems a bit overwhelming. There are things I've got to get done today, but for one reason or the other I'm still thinking about yesterday. Then I have to make sure I’m moving in the direction I want to head for the future. How do I manage it all and still get things done?   The 10-10-80 principle provides me with a framework to learn from the past, allow the future to guide me, and make the most of the present. It is rather simple. Here's how it works: The Past What happened in our past is important in shaping our tomorrows. I've seen that past is a great teacher if I'm willing to focus on what matters. Sometimes we say l wish I could go back in time so I can correct the mistakes I've made. Yet, no matter who we are life only grants us twenty-four hours in a day, and once time is gone we can never get it back. We can choose to let regret, missed opportunities, and our failures get the best...

Being Exceptional Every Day Takes Work

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Hi, I am Mike. Thank you for taking time to read my blog. I love reading and learning, and my desire with this blog is to share with you what I have learned.   I have two request of you. The first is that if you enjoy reading my blog invite people you know to read it as well. Secondly, if you learn anything from me apply it to your life today, and I also ask that you share it with those around you.