Author Archives: drmarklifecoach

Daily Thoughts 2/2/21 Listen. As we move through our days, most of us are so embroiled in our hectic schedules that we rarely take time to listen. We miss the messages that our bodies are telling us, whether it is to take time to slow down from that hectic pace, to take time for healthyContinue reading “February 2, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 2/1/21 Input/Output. There is a computer programming concept called GIGO – Garbage in. Garbage out. Entering faulty information results in faulty output. Our lives are much like that – what we put into our bodies, minds, and spirits determines what comes out of us. We have the choice of input in the foodContinue reading “February 1, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/31/21 Locus of control. With every action and/or interaction, we have the option to retain the power within us or cede that power over to others. Learning how to internalize responsibility is a key factor in living a life that is filled with inner peace and joy. There is only one action thatContinue reading “January 31, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/30/21 Authenticity. One of the joys of being in education is the interaction with my students as they are exploring who they are and what they want out of life. I am always heartened by the passion and compassion of these young adults. Most of my students are studying to be PK-12 teachersContinue reading “January 30, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/29/21 What you see is what you get. Perception is the key to happiness. If your perception of the world is fearful, you will see fear. If your perception of the world is lack, you will always be wanting more. If your perception of the world is anger, anger is what you willContinue reading “January 29, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/28/21 Embracing change. We all have hopes and dreams. Most of the time, those dreams stay in our thoughts and are rarely manifested. A primary reason for many of our hopes and dreams languishing in the recesses of our minds is the fear of change. Unfortunately, change is inevitable. Flowers bloom and die.Continue reading “January 28, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/27/21 Finding Grace in the ordinary. All too often in Western society, we are encouraged to always be looking for that next, best thing. We are taught that having “stuff” will make us happy. We push ourselves and our children to always aim higher than we are right now. I’m not saying thatContinue reading “January 27, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/26/21 Accountability. Accountability is the process of taking responsibility for those things we say, do, and think. Placing the blame on others, shirking duties, and avoiding responsibility for what we’ve done are all examples of a lack of accountability for ourselves and for others. If someone has entered into agreement with you, holdContinue reading “January 26, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/25/21 Welcoming challenges are opportunities for growth. Whether those challenges are interpersonal or intrapersonal, they are opportunities for us to figure out who we really are. Establishing an identity, based in authenticity, is the task before us. The only way to achieve the task is to embrace the challenges that face us. InContinue reading “January 25, 2021”

Daily Thoughts 1/24/21 Expectations. Most of us hold expectations for ourselves and for others. Having expectations for yourself helps to drive you forward into being the best version of yourself. There is a problem with holding expectations for others: it’s not our job! When we place expectations on others, we are setting ourselves up forContinue reading “January 24, 2021”