Sometimes I wonder why I put the effort into things like podcasting or blogging. These aren’t for the money (though making some money as a side hustle would be nice—I have yet to make a cent). These aren’t to stroke a fragile ego (my numbers are much too small for that). These are, in part, an action toward my values (one of which is impacting others). Mostly these are for me. My posts are mostly public declarations of my positions on issues and my desires for myself. These are my manifesto. I write to motivate myself—as well as others. I suspect that others need motivation, as well. So, hopefully, this impacts other.
I value faith, family, friends, growth, health, and impacting others. I strive to be well-centered—Spiritually, Physically, Intellectually, Emotionally, and Socially. When I get busy with other things, these things suffer, and I need reminders. I am not always my “best today.” But every “today” is another opportunity. I am not always grateful, but “today” is another gratitude check. So, today—as every day—I tell myself:
Be your best today; be better tomorrow.
Carpe momento!!