There is the one thing that will cost you more wasted time and effort than anything else on this entire planet. I can say “you” because this effects everyone from the jungles of Peru to the deserts of China to the suburbs of Irvine. This is simply, living in the past. I realize it’s a vague relevant statement, but there are some concrete ways this is effecting you right now. You can’t compare this one moment with the decades in your past. The odds of this moment being your best is slim, but if you try to hang on to some glory year back in your past you are not going to be able to really enjoy where you are now. Let the past go. That time in your past has no relevance to now and should be kept as a nice memory that you might revisit sometime later on. You’ll have plenty of time to reminiscence some good times in your past when your body starts to fail later in life. For now, it’s time to get creative with your life. You made a mistakes. Hell, maybe you made hundreds of mistakes like me. That sucks, and it can haunt […]
Your father probably told you a few things, but just in case he missed something here are some words of wisdom from dads all over. Buy high quality tools, so you only have to buy them once. Keep a change of clothes at the office or in your car. Never hit anyone unless they are an immediate threat. Every hat should serve a purpose. Never take her to the movies on the first date. Learn to wet shave. Shave with the grain on the first go-around. (Reminds me of Lethal Weapon) Nothing looks more bad ass than a well-tailored suit. Look a person in the eye to emphasize your point in a conversation. Buy a plunger before you need a plunger. Exercise makes you happy. Run, lift, and play sports. No girl will like you less for being fit. Brush your teeth before you put on your tie. A small amount of your paycheck should go directly to your savings account every month. Call Mom and Dad every week. Never wear a clip-on tie. Give a firm handshake. Always stand to shake someone’s hand. Never leave a Jack and diet unfinished. If you aren’t confident, fake it. It will come […]