I spent my second week in a row in Wisconsin. As much as I love the weather, golf, and people I felt completely out of whack all week.
My morning routine used to start out with lifting at 212 Fitness with Phil but… Phil lives in Houston now (love it but makes Wisconsin much different).
Going across town to 212 which already has a chill vibe was not in the cards this week. I felt it was worth addressing my lack of discipline while also not judging myself.
A home workout and lifting with cousin Nick on Thursday was it for the week and I HATED IT. It really started to fuck with my head and I felt tired all the time.
How much of it was mental? I don’t know… Doesn’t really matter.
Side Bar: If you haven’t already committed to resistance training (lifting), do it. You will not believe how much better you function if you’re building your muscles. I don’t care if you’re a man or a woman, get your ass into the gym.
If you get 12 weeks in and don’t feel like a different human, call me and I’ll get you a trainer.
It burns more fat than cardio, promotes the release of neurotrophic factors, delivers more oxygen to your brain, and flat out makes you sharper and smarter.
Rant over!
Back to what’s been on my mind… Family.
As my parents age I find it easier to get frustrated but also easier to lift them up with love. My reactive mind often gets the first thought but then, assuming I’m able to get back to center, I see them through a different lens.
“Nothing will trigger the Automatic Decision System more than a little time with your family.” – Rex (my mentor)
My parents are struggling and as much as it’s awful to watch, it’s been a team effort with my sister and brother-in-law. They have been a PLEASURE to work with and it’s made everything a lot smoother.
As I’m sure many of you have experienced, helping parents is as difficult as it gets. I’m practicing patience and compassion like never before. It’s frustrating because I want to jump into savior mode but that’s proven futile.
It’s one step in front of the other and a lot of processing. I know my father will never see this but as he has said to me many times, just keep moving forward.
This week we’re headed to Atlanta for a few meetings with some dealers. Really excited to meet with them and deepen relationship during a critical time at Fountain Forward.
Last but not least…
Special shoutout to our military. If you care to debate with me, that’s fine. I’m always open to learning, but hear me out.
We distracted the media with bombers headed to Guam.
Send out another set of bombers to execute a PERFECT mission without a single shot fired and get them home safely in like 30 hours.
Absolutely incredible work by our military. We need more positivity and to come together to support them.
I feel extra motivated to execute to the highest level this week after that performance.
Well done, America. Well done!
Chin up, shoulders back.
– SJ