Foundational Writings
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The Foundational Writings bring together the articles that shaped my work on identity, self-leadership, purpose, resilience, and personal growth.

While my work has evolved toward identity-based self-leadership and sustainable performance, these articles remain a valuable resource for understanding the psychological and philosophical foundations behind that evolution.

  • How To Take Charge Of Your Thoughts

    Persistent Thoughts “Take charge of your thoughts. You can do what you will with them.” — Plato Our thoughts have the power to shape our life, yet many people believe their thoughts are fixed and cannot be changed. Since we cannot see a thought, it’s considered something that happens to us rather than through us. …

    April 24, 2011 • Foundational Writings • Views: 7363

  • Do You Consider Yourself To Be Successful?

    “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston S. Churchill Defining Success Where do you currently stand in relation to success? Is it an elusive dream which seems unattainable? Are you the embodiment of success? There are people who attract success like a magnet and …

    April 14, 2011 • Foundational Writings • Views: 6066

  • The Hidden Meaning Behind Frustration

    Turning Frustration into Fuel for Growth “Frustration, although quite painful at times, is a very positive and essential part of success.”—Bo Bennett. I’ve lost count of the times I’ve been frustrated. Frustration has reared its ugly head numerous times when I least expected it. These days, I feel its presence when I step out of …

    April 7, 2011 • Foundational Writings • Views: 21371

  • How To Detach Yourself From An Experience To Learn The Lesson

    “By letting it go, it all gets done. The world is won by those who let it go. But when you try and try the world is beyond the winning.” – Lao-Tzu  As I reflect writing this blog over the last few months, I’ve learnt a great deal about myself and the audience reading my …

    March 31, 2011 • Foundational Writings • Views: 8221

  • How To Overcome Self Doubt

    The Story Of Unworthiness “Our doubts are traitors and make us lose the good we oft might win by fearing to attempt.” – William Shakespeare Have you experienced this scenario before? The silent self-talk grows louder, reminding you of your destructive thoughts. The voice is unrelenting, retelling you the story of your weaknesses. It continues …

    March 27, 2011 • Foundational Writings • Views: 6411

  • The Tale Of The Two Wolves Within

    There is a story told of a Native American grandfather talking to his grandchild. “There are two wolves fighting inside me of me,” said the grandfather. “One is the wolf of love and peace, the other is the wolf of anger and war.” “Which one will win?” asked the grandchild. “Whichever one I feed,” was …

    March 26, 2011 • Foundational Writings • Views: 9988

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