Tag Archives: mindset

(#302) Show Muscles

Posted on March 6, 2016 by stevepiscitelli

We can end up doing things that look good, feel good, or make a splash while ignoring the support system behind each of those choices. My trainer, Charles, recently introduced me to a new (for me) exercise in the gym.  … Continue reading →

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(#284) Gaining Clarity

Posted on November 1, 2015 by stevepiscitelli

We would do well to surround ourselves with people who care about us— but won’t allow us to skate by with minimal reflection and action. I first read about the Clearness Committee  (Quaker tradition) in Parker Palmer’s works. This powerful … Continue reading →

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(#272) Grit: What Keeps You Moving Toward Your Goals?

Posted on August 9, 2015 by stevepiscitelli

“If at first you don’t succeed try, try again. Then quit. There’s no point being a damn fool about it.” -W.C. Fields- Resilience. Passion. Tenacity. Grit. Well-being. Balance. Mindset. When these concepts are tossed around, they can apply to situations in … Continue reading →

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(#271) Comfort Zone

Posted on August 2, 2015 by stevepiscitelli

“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” -Neale Donald Walsch- Meet Roxie, a 14-week old rescue puppy, who arrived in our lives a few days ago. And like our previous companion, Buddy, she immediately began teaching us. As … Continue reading →

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(#266) Challenging the Status Quo

Posted on June 28, 2015 by stevepiscitelli

We have to remember what we learned in our formative years: “Know what battles to pick.” Great advice unless you never seem to choose a battle. I was recently asked what kind of advice I would give to the new … Continue reading →

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(#140) Do You Want the News to Establish Your Mindset?

Posted on January 27, 2013 by stevepiscitelli

Do you want a news commentator or weather personality establishing your mindset for the day? One night this past week, after I shut down my computer I decided to catch the evening news before I went to bed. All I … Continue reading →

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