Daily commitment is easier than occasional commitment. Michael Phelps’, success as an Olympian was due to his daily commitment to being his best. When you’re fully committed, decisions are clear cut – you’re all in, no second-guessing. It eliminates the mental energy spent on debating whether to stick to the plan or not. With 99% commitment, you leave room for doubt, excuses, or half measures, which can drain willpower in create internal conflict. 99% is a battle. 100% is a breeze.

Self control is crucial when the world feels out of control. Focus on what you can control, like your attitude and actions, rather than dwelling on uncontrollable circumstances. Prioritize your most important task and simplify your duties to feel greater freedom and mental strength.

Self-esteem is about valuing oneself, not arrogance. The most important moment of your day is when you like the person you see in the mirror. Self-worth is your most valuable asset.

Taking control of yourself talk is like choosing which apps you run on your smart phone. The function of your life is the result of the “apps” (thoughts) you’ve downloaded, and mastering yourself talk is the key to mastering yourself.

Self-management is about choosing to talk to yourself correctly. This is arguably the most important skill you learn. This practice, inspired by Psalm 103, helps manage emotions and fosters a more hopeful outlook.

Words have power and can shape our perception of ourselves and others. The story of Pygmalion illustrates how words can animate and transform reality. By changing the words we use, we change our story and upgrade our mental game.

What’s it going to be—reasons or results? Instead of telling yourself reasons why you can’t, think of someone who has done it before, and tell yourself you have the same capacity.

Stop bad habits before adding new ones. Fixing leaks in your life will lead to faster progress than starting new, positive habits.

Sylvester Stallone‘s story of writing and starring in Rocky, despite numerous setbacks as a powerful example of the power of story. The story he wrote was the story he lived. By choosing to tell ourselves empowering stories, we can move our own narratives forward and achieve success.

Reading is a miraculous gift that allows us to connect with the minds of others across time and space. Despite its transformative power, many people take this ability for granted. Embracing the miracle of reading can enrich our lives and expand our horizons.