In life, we seem to dance with two seemingly opposing forces: contentment and growth. 

On one hand, we seek a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment. We should cherish all that we have and be grateful for the abundance at this very moment. 

On the other hand, we yearn for progress, improvement, and personal development. We should not settle for mediocrity and constantly work towards more. 

But are these forces truly at odds with each other, or can they coexist harmoniously? 

In the grand tapestry of life, have you ever noticed that subtle patterns seem to emerge?

How you approach one task tends to mirror how you tackle other tasks?

There's a saying that holds a profound truth: "How you do anything is how you do everything."

How often are you rethinking your current views.

For a lot of people, the answer may be never.

For us to rethink our current views, we must be willing to kill our identity.

Have you ever been on a diet?

I’m sure you’ve at least tried one or two before, if not more!

If you stick with any diet long enough, you are likely going to see some results, at least on a temporary basis or until you fall off the wagon...

Do you remember learning how to ride a bike?

At first, you were probably nervous and unsure of yourself. Every time you tried, you wobbled from left to right and then fell off.

That said, not many people are able to ride a bike on their first try, so despite your best efforts and one failure after another, your parents didn’t give up on you.

Do you ever feel like your days are blending together and that nothing is changing?

You might even feel that your life is boring, uninteresting, and dull.

Luckily, it’s not you.

This monotony is common amongst people, and can stem from a lack of excitement in what you're doing rather than who you are.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Do you remember being asked this question in your early youth?

I’m sure you do. 

It’s a commonly asked question by authoritative figures in our life and something that may have even had an impact on your future-determining choices. 

Once upon a time, there were two friends, Alice and Bob.

Both Alice and Bob had a goal to run and complete their first marathon.

Though they had the same goal (to finish a marathon) their reason as to why they wanted to race differed.

We live in a world where instant gratification is highly valued.

We want quick and easy results with minimal effort.

But results without effort are like summing a mountain in a helicopter.

From the outside, the outcome might look the same.

In Minnesota people really know how to take advantage of good weather.

Why?

Because of the contrast.

Minnesota has some terrible weather - it’s a fact.

Rain, clouds, bitter cold, and darkness… for months on end… the perfect recipe for chronic depression.