By Rusty Potter I have completed four marathons, each teaching me the value of persistence. Many of the training runs took place at sunrise, with no spectators and no applause. During one of those early morning runs, I fell, skinned…
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Be like a stamp
By Rusty Potter In our fast-paced world, distractions and setbacks are daily occurrences. It’s easy to lose sight of our goals when the road gets tough. But imagine a stamp. It has one purpose: to stick to the envelope until…
One more try
By Rusty Potter Thomas Edison failed thousands of times before inventing the light bulb. J.K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter, was rejected by twelve publishers before someone finally believed in her words. Michael Jordan considered one of the greatest…
Stay in your own lane
By Rusty Potter Picture yourself at the start of a race. Each lane is distinct, just as each runner is unique. You aren’t glancing at the other runners but focused on your race. Life is a lot like this race.…
Today is a new day – make it count
By Rusty Potter In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to get caught up in our past mistakes and let them define us. However, it’s essential to remember that every new day is a second chance…
Don’t shortchange your self: Invest in your future
By Rusty Potter Imagine this: you buy something at a store, and the cashier gives you less change than you’re owed. How do you feel? Upset, cheated, and maybe even frustrated. But here’s the thing- while we get upset when…
The best project you will ever work on is you
By Rusty Potter In the journey of life, we often find ourselves investing time and energy in many projects – our careers, relationships, hobbies, and goals. Yet, the most important project you will ever work on is yourself. You are…