Sunday Thinking ― 1.12.25

"The amazing thing about life is that the beauty you see in anything is actually a reflection of the beauty in you."

January 12, 2025

Register for Michael Lombardi’s interview with author Sahil Bloom about his new book, The 5 Types of Wealth, exclusively for The Daily Coach. Taking place on February 11th at 6pm EST, this interview is limited to the first 1,000 registrants - register now.

The weekly Sunday Thinking newsletter is quick-hit content that aims to provide a booster shot to your thought process as you end and start your week.

"Stop rushing so much. Stop stressing and worrying about the past and the future. Stop wasting your precious seconds on this earth by making everything about things you cannot change or control. Let go of the what ifs, could haves, and should haves, and accept everything for what is. Sometimes you really need to remind yourself that you only get this one life. This one chance to live your life to the fullest. So let it all go. Take some deep breaths and listen to your heartbeat. Be present, be mindful, be right here, right now, because the now is all you have."

― Unknown

I. Let’s Talk About Practice

Two simple rules:

  1. You get better at what you practice.

  2. Everything is practice.

Look around and you may be surprised by what people are “practicing" each day. If you consider each moment a repetition, what are most people training for all day long?

  • Many people are practicing getting mad on social media.

  • Others are practicing the fine art of noticing how they have been wronged.

  • Still more have mastered the craft of making plans (but never following through).

But, of course, it doesn't have to be that way.

What are you practicing?

Source: James Clear, Atomic Habits

II. Beautiful People Do Not Just Happen

The most beautiful people we have known are those who have...

  • known defeat,

  • known suffering,

  • known struggle,

  • known loss,

  • and have found their way out of the depths.

These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern.

Beautiful people do not just happen.

Source: Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, Author, Life Lessons

III. The Architect of Your Reality

The way we choose to see the world creates the world we see.

  • You are the universe experiencing itself. This life is about pleasure and meaningful experiences that expand your mind.

  • Not everyone will understand, and that’s okay. Keep on moving forward; don’t stop.

You are not meant to live like the others. You are meant to live as yourself.

  • Life is to be lived, not controlled. So, stop trying to control those around you and focus on what’s going on now, in the present.

  • You must understand that people can only understand us at the depths in which they have met themselves.

  • So, if you live off their praise, you’ll die to their criticism.

You are the architect of your own reality, so design a life that resonates with your true self. Embrace your uniqueness and let it illuminate the world around you.

Source: Unknown

IV. We’re Excited About

DAILY COACH BOOK CLUB
“The 5 Types of Wealth”

Looking for your next book? Missing The GM Shuffle in your podcast rotation? On February 11th at 6pm EST, The Daily Coach co-founder and UNC Football GM Michael Lombardi will interview Sahil Bloom about his new book, “The 5 Types of Wealth”, exclusively for the Daily Coach Book Club. Limited to the first 1,000 registrants, secure your spot now!

Praise for “The 5 Types of Wealth” by Sahil Bloom:

“A powerful call to action to think deeply about what lights you up—and a guide for how to build a life around those things.”

Tim Cook
CEO of Apple

V. Question

What is the gift you have that you do not fully acknowledge?

VI. This Week, I Will

  1. Tell the people I love them.

  2. Slow down to think clearly.

  3. Stop with the perfectionism.

  4. Focus on flowing, not forcing.

  5. Remember that storms are temporary.

The Last Words…

"This year, I hope you choose love and that it remains a priority for you. This time, not love as you know it. Not your burning desire for a home in someone else. I mean love for you. For the human, you've become. I hope you look at yourself with eyes filled with wonder for you. I hope you try to explore the islands in you that have remained uncharted and hidden away of fear of rejection. I hope you choose love. Love for your scars and all the marks the years have left on you. I hope you decide to make peace with the shadows. To be okay with the silence and find some comfort in your own skin. I hope you choose to believe in yourself even if you're the only one who does. I hope you learn to love yourself tenderly as one familiar with your struggles. Learn to speak to yourself compassionately and treat yourself to the delicateness you deserve. I hope you choose to love yourself enough not to lose hope."

― Erastus Uso, Storyteller 

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