The pursuit of excellence, greatness, and our goals is an incredible opportunity, especially when it is driven by our purpose, fueled by our passion, and guided by a purpose that is higher than ourselves. In the journey of this pursuit, problems, detours, and interference can distract us and cause us to get off track. I sometimes see this with the athletes that I coach where they become shocked when things don’t go “perfectly” which leads to becoming stressed on how to proceed. Maybe, you can relate to this type of situation and these emotions. In today’s podcast episode of Monday Morning Mom ..read more

In today’s podcast episode of Monday Morning Moments, I interview Aidan Morrison, captain of the Seven Lakes High School Boys Soccer Team who won their second straight Texas 6A State Championship. This was the first time that a 6A school won back-to-back state championships, and Aidan was a big part of this. He is a 4 year Varsity starter, 2-time District MVP, and MVP of the 2024 State Championship. Throughout his playing career, he has demonstrated greatness and created moments that matter in clutch situations. Aidan is a leader on and off the field and will be continuing his soccer career a ..read more

This is the first podcast episode in a new series on the topic of pursuing greatness. I love how my mentor and close friend Dr. David Cook defines greatness (with a little “g”): “Selfless Exceptionalism: being your best with the intention of inspiring others to be their best.” In today’s podcast episode of Monday Morning Moments, I share 3 keys about our pursuit of greatness in sports, business, and life.     Show Notes: Greatness begins in your preparation. Specific goal Purposeful process and action plan Greatness is built in the journey. Greatness doesn’t just happen. It’s t ..read more

“Focus on the process.” “Trust the Process.” You may often hear these phrases but wonder if they really mean something and if they can help you achieve your goals and perform in the moment in sports, business, and life. In my research and experience in working with high performing athletes and business leaders, I have found that being process-focused in the moment can lead to the outcomes you want to achieve. In today’s podcast episode of Monday Morning Moments, I share 4 keys to developing the right process.     Show Notes: 4 Keys to Developing the Right Process: Outcome-Driven Co ..read more

There is power in your presence! That’s why it is so important to think about and prepare for how you show up to practice, to games, to client meetings and work, and in life. You should not wait until the moment arrives to decide how you want to show up. Decide in advance of the moment and the circumstances of the day how you want to make a positive impact on this day and on the people you encounter, work with, and do life with. Check out today’s Monday Morning Moments podcast to learn about 4 ways to prepare for the right presence.      And remember there is power in your pres ..read more

I often talk to the athletes I coach on their mental game about Presence and Process. In sports, business, and life, our goal and focus tends to zero in on the outcome often neglecting thought and preparation about how we want to “show up”(Presence) and how we want to “show out” (Process). In today’s Monday Morning Moments podcast episode, I share more about how focusing on these 2 important things can help you achieve your goals and maximize your potential in sports, business, and life.     Show Notes: Presence: How you show up to the moment. Process: How you show out or give your ..read more

This is the third episode in our series on JOY. In today’s Monday Morning Moments podcast, I share 3Ps of discovering joy in the process of pursuing your best performance in sports, business, and life.     Show Notes: Know Your Purpose We cannot pursue something solely because someone else wants us to do it. Find and Know Your Why. “Sports should be a place where we find anxiety and angst. It should be a place where we discover grit, growth, and greatness.” Have a purpose beyond your performance. Love the Process Love the process of getting better. Nurture the Right Perspecti ..read more

In the second episode of our Monday Morning Moments podcast series on JOY, I present a definition of joy. I also share a couple of principles about what it means to play with joy, which are applicable in sports, business, and life.      Show Notes: Definition of Joy: State of being; being completely content in every situation and circumstance How to Enjoy the Moment: Love who you are Love what you get to do Gratitude changes the trajectory of your perspective and impacts your heart, mind, and soul in a positive and powerful way! Enjoying the moment and “playing with joy” al ..read more

We are starting a new series on JOY. Over the years, I have spoken to many groups, teams, and businesses about the power of “playing with joy.” Also, in my book Moments: Making Your Life Count For What Matters Most, Enjoy the Moment is one of the key principles for making the most of your moments and being fully engaged and present in life. As we kick off this series, I think it is very important to know your enemy, or the thing or person that is trying to steal your joy. It is also important to know how we contribute to outside forces that try to steal our joy by choosing to focus on the wro ..read more

As you enter into the final days of December, there is power in reflecting on the past year. It helps you to be grateful for all that you have accomplished, the ways you have grown, and the things you have learned in the process. It also is the first step in think about your goals for the new year. In today’s podcast episode of Monday Morning Moments, I share at least 3 “Rs” that will help you perform an annual debrief of the last year – a process and rhythm I do myself and highly recommend – in order to reflect and gain valuable insight about this past year.     Show Notes: Reflec ..read more