Energy leaks

Monday, April 13

Three areas where I see high-performers leak energy - and, as a result, performance.

Past
Future
Noise

We replay our failures over and over. Not learning from them, just dwelling on them and shaming ourselves for them.
We worry about the future. What happens if we don’t win? If we don’t get the job, close the deal, meet the deadline? Not preparing for the future, but fearing it.
We get distracted by what’s happening around us. Opinions of others, comparison, pressure to prove ourselves to someone.

All of these take us out of the only thing we have: the present.

It’s natural to drift into these areas. The best aren’t always present. They are just the best at returning quickly when their mind wanders.

This moment is what you have. Own what’s now.
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Keep chopping wood. 🪵🪓

-Kevin