Why is it that it’s so hard to consistently do the things that are good for us? I had an early morning appointment with my personal trainer. I enjoy the workouts, I enjoy his company and I always feel better afterwards. As I lay in bed, however, I came up with at least six really creative excuses, stories and screenplays to tell him why I wasn’t going to make it. My internal monologue immediately chastised me for my lack of integrity, so my mind immediately came up with three business reasons why I shouldn’t go. 

In the end, I went out of duty; not devotion. When I showed up my attitude was less than stellar, my physical energy was low and my knees were hurting. When I left, I felt better. I knew I would. 

Sometimes it’s hard to do the things that we need to do the most. I don’t know why that is but my encouragement today is, some days you feel like it; some days you don’t…do it anyway! Some days you win; some days you don’t…but keep trying. 

Oh no…I’m at lunch now. Is it the salad or the cheeseburger? My mind is off to the races again. Stay tuned… 

It’s a good life! 

Brian