What's On My Mind

What's On My Mind

Very Few People Get This

Here’s something most people never truly understand:

You can be deeply grateful for your life and still want more.

Too many people think it’s either/or. They believe if you’re hungry for more, it means you’re not content. Or if you’re content, it means you’ve stopped growing. 

That’s simply not true.

  • You can appreciate the job you have—and still dream of building your own business.

  • You can be proud of the weight you’ve lost—and still push toward better health.

  • You can cherish the home you live in—and still work toward your dream house.

This balance is rare because most people hyper-focus on what’s missing. They’re so busy chasing the next thing that they skip over moments worth celebrating.

Gratitude keeps you grounded. Ambition keeps you moving. You need both.

If you never learn this, it won’t matter how far you go—you’ll always feel like it’s not enough.

Pause. Appreciate your wins today. Then get back to building tomorrow. That’s the mindset that brings not just success, but lasting fulfillment.

Because true mastery isn’t about choosing between gratitude and growth—it’s about living in both.


What's On My Nightstand

The Power of Discipline by Daniel Walter is a straightforward, practical guide that dives deep into how discipline shapes success and personal growth. 

Walter strips away complicated jargon and gets right to the heart of why consistent self-control is the cornerstone of achievement.

What stands out is his focus on discipline not just as a one-time effort but as a lifestyle—something you build daily, even when motivation fades.

He emphasizes small, steady actions that compound over time, making big goals feel manageable and realistic.

The book also highlights common pitfalls like procrastination and self-sabotage, offering actionable strategies to overcome them.

Overall, it’s an empowering read that reminds you success isn’t about luck—it’s about the disciplined choices you make every day.


Ask Yourself

Am I Just Doing the Minimum?

It’s a tough question to ask yourself—but it might be the one that changes everything.

Every time you search for the minimum required effort, you quietly step away from the path to greatness. 

The people you admire—the ones who seem untouchable in their success—aren’t just meeting expectations. They’re shattering them.

They outwork. They outlast. They outpush. They outperform.

And they do it without anyone telling them to.

That’s what creates the separation between the exceptional and the average.

You can’t widen the gap by doing just enough. Minimum effort doesn’t create maximum results—it creates a minimum life.

The standard that most people settle for? The greats don’t just reject it. They erase it and build a higher one of their own.

So, next time you catch yourself asking, “What’s the least I can do?”—stop.

Instead, ask, “What’s the most I’m capable of?” That’s where greatness begins.


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Did You Know

The Real Imposter Isn’t Who You Think

Feeling like an imposter when you start chasing your real goals? Totally normal. You might feel unqualified, exposed, or like everyone can see you’re in over your head. 

But here’s the truth—those feelings are just growing pains, not proof you don’t belong.

Pursuing the life you dream of doesn’t make you an imposter. The real imposter is the one who never tries. The one who hides behind excuses. 

The one who plays it safe, stifles their potential, and settles for a smaller life than they truly wanted.

Every person who’s ever built something meaningful started with the same doubts. 

The only difference? They kept going while others quit—or never even began.

If you feel like an imposter, take it as a sign you’re stepping into bigger shoes. Decide who you want to become, then do the work to become them.


Quote that Struck Me

“You can sabotage your life by trying to please everyone. Success requires the courage to say no.” - Steve Maraboli


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Think Well!

Luke

Dr. Martina Carroll-Garrison "Dr Tina"

Fractional Chief Learning Officer for STEM & Tech Startups | Trusted by U.S. Defense, NATO, and High-Growth Startups. Leadership Operating System Expert.

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Clarity and perspective often come from slowing down to reflect—this sounds like a great way to build that habit. Luke Harlan

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