Under the Sun

What does it take to make progress and win towards the vision you are striving to achieve? I share five key steps on the way to winning, and if done right, the progress and momentum you build is very rewarding! Listen up and focus on these simple steps, and remember - you don't have to win to win!

I tried to tap out early in this episode, but it took a little longer to share the ideas than I anticipated. Feeling like a million bucks is an old expression, and it requires a lot of help. I share my formula as to how to feel like a million, and the tangible ingredients it takes to feel it. I include updates on what I have been up to, how my coaching career unfolded initially, and how my thinking evolved about how to get better to win. I'd love to hear your thoughts and how these ideas helped you!

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In this episode I share a personal story of taking a small step, and how taking small steps leads to achieving the dreams we imagine. This idea continues to build on the past three episodes (#84-86), and how by taking small steps takes us from the "in-between" to where we want to go. I am sure you can relate the feeling of intimidation or impossibility, but the good news is we can all do something about that - take the small steps! I hope you enjoy.

We are starting a HOT STREAK here at Under the Sun, two episodes in one week! Today I discuss a concept about guarding the gate leading into your mind. We get to decide who and what enters our gate, it is a choice. I was reminded of this choice by Marcus Aurelius and an entry in his journal called Meditations. I share 5 points to consider and focus on to guard your gate, and share a personal story from college that helped me become a better guard. Plus, a crazy radical idea that I'd love to hear your thoughts about! Hope you enjoy.

This episode is a follow up on #84 about resistance. We take it a step further to plant a seed, the idea of passing the test. Our resolve and commitment is tested numerous times throughout each day. How we respond not only determines where we end up in life, but affects the lives of those around us. We must be willing to break through the resistance to first take the test in order to pass the test. There is no failure, or even success, only trying and growing and learning. Listen and enjoy!

Today I won the battle with my inner voice and recorded my thoughts about a book I finished reading recently. My summer reading has been fantastic for my inner creativity, and the book The War of Art by Steven Pressfield has been a great contribution. I am an avid reader, and Pressfield's book was well worth my time. I highly recommend it, especially if you are a creative type. All good things in life are the result of taking action, and this is one way for me to create more good for myself. I promise to be back soon, enjoy!

We kick off 2023 with Liam Flanagan of the Kelly Benefits Strategies Cycling team. Liam is the reigning U23 Criterium National Champion in the US, and a recent graduate of the Lees-McRae College Cycling Team where he was a bronze medalist in the criterium as well. He shares his story of development over the past four years, and the obstacles and adversity he has overcome to become a National Champion. Liam's story is one everyone can relate to and benefit from, and his experience and insight can help athletes in any sport at every level. We believe you will enjoy the conversation!

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We are still here! As 2022 is coming to a close, I wanted to share some final thoughts on the past year before moving into 2023. My 2022 was filled with the extremes - of adverse trauma and multiple moments of incredible joy! I share a story about my Christmas day reading and how it is helping me through my annual reflection process. Jesus' words in the book of Matthew are instrumental to offer perspective on how we should strive to do good deeds. Hope you enjoy!

Our latest episode is with pedaling Pastor Tee Gatewood of Arbor Dale Presbyterian Church in Banner Elk, North Carolina. Tee shares his thoughts on the power of prayer, its importance, how to do it, and how it helps shape our character. We also discuss the value of sharing testimony and storytelling, and end it with a couple of fun bonus questions. This episode is of benefit to believers and non-believers!

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This episode is a recap with Maria Doering and her experience at the Unbound Gravel 100 mile race. Her race day did not go as she planned, but it was filled with great stories nonetheless. Maria's experience is a great lesson in how life has a way of giving us what we need, and not giving us what we wanted. If you want to hear from someone who has a knack of rising above and making the most of a frustrating situation, then listen to Maria tell you about her Unbound story!

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