Micah 6:8 (ESV)

“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”

• Doing justice → Living with integrity, following your purpose, and helping others.
• Loving kindness → Practicing gratitude, compassion, forgiveness, and empathy.
• Walking humbly → Embracing spiritual growth, surrender, and staying grounded.

Wow, it feels weird to say that I’m 38. It doesn’t feel like I’m that age and it does at the same time if that makes sense. (Been seeing a ton of AI webinars so to keep it human no edits- just showing that you can be creative as a human being as well :P)

1. Embrace Gratitude Daily- sounds simple right? The reality is sometimes it’s a lot harder than it seems. Just slowing down and giving yourself 5 minutes to pause and reflect on how good you have makes a huge difference!
2. Practice Self-Compassion-  I think we can all agree that we are our own worst critics. I have certainly been guilty of this and others have shared this feedback with me as well because I’m pretty open about my stream of consciousness thoughts publicly. The human condition can create so much connection or separate been guilty of both.
3. Find Your Tribe-This year is a special year because of our beautiful neighbors Stan and Sherry we got introduced to Kings Covenant Church which I can honestly say has been some of the most inviting human beings I’ve ever met in my life. Thank you for showing us that god’s love is everywhere when we are present to it all.
4. Embrace Spirituality and Finding God- When I surrender and choose to read the bible and embrace the lesson’s I find that self development only gets you so far but realizing all of the simple and profound lessons in the bible you can get through everything and trust that having faith is typically the answer to all of our struggles.
5. Live with No Regrets- Also easier said than done. Luckily having done a bunch of shadow and deep inner work I find that everything happens for a reason yes even the physical, mental, being bullied, experimenting racism, not having a father around for most of your life- it will all make sense one day. God is purposeful.
6. Follow Your Dreams Fearlessly- Do I think about the cushy world class benefits that come with having a “stable job” where you can kind of coast and having the structure of not having to think as much? Not going to lie- I do sometimes. But life is much more richer when you follow your dreams and take chances that you are proud of sharing with your grand children day. That is one of the true riches of life.
7. Start That Podcast You’ve Been Thinking About- Not only does it build deeper connections but one of the best aspects about life is community and tapping into your creative expressions no matter what that looks like for you.
8. Launch Your YouTube Channel-YouTube is one of the most vulnerable intimate and strangely weird platforms out there because it feels like you are baring your soul for the world to judge, criticize, but it will let you connect with hundreds and sometimes thousands of strangers who all share a common goal. Connection. You will not regret it. It will help you grow in ways you never thought possible.
9. Write and Publish That Book-Growing up and reading a ton of books. I always admire those who are about to share themselves vulnerably. It takes courage and you really grapple with yourself. The key is make it for an audience of you. As long as you feel like its adding value to your younger self. That’s really all that matters at the end of the day. It’s not about trying to look good but service.
10. Prioritize Your Health and Wellness-As I have gotten older- my health that I for certain used to take for granted is coming back to bite me. Although I’m really into fitness- my nutrition has been poor although I have taken good measures to improve it. Younger people reading this- it’s never too late. Don’t take your health for granted. It’s truly the foundation that makes everything else run smoothly.
11. Learn to Let Go of Judgment- How harsh you judge yourself is often how critical you are of others. I learned this the hard way and its bitten me in the butt. It’s okay some people are meant to be in your life for a season and some will naturally stay longer.
12. Practice Forgiveness-So what you did some things you aren’t proud of. If I keep dwelling on the past I’ll never become who I’m meant to be.
13. Stay Present in the Moment- It’s the God Tier Unlock.
14. Nurture Meaningful Relationships-It takes work. A lot of people say I’m lucky to have such a massive network. It’s similar to going to the gym daily- people don’t realize how much energy and effort I put into staying in touch with the ones I care about. God gave me a super power and I will make sure I share my talents and gifts to serve his kingdom.
15. Invest in Continuous Learning- This is the unlock that allows you to dream bigger, execute without shame, and most of all will allow you to hold yourself accountable to the thing that scares the living daylight out of you.
16. Celebrate Small Wins-Even writing this despite how busy it all is. I’m blessed- we get to host a big church gathering today. It’s my birthday- our home has been the social hub for so many. It’s all really a blessing especially when it doesn’t seem like it.
17. Embrace Change with an Open Mind-Change can be scary? Used to a comfortable job? Have an amazing manager who left to a different opportunity? We grow the most from change but I see so many frame change as a negative thing. It doesn’t have to be.
18. Set Healthy Boundaries- This is the hardest for me. Growing up living in the living room on a bulk bed in close quarters to so many people you don’t realize that boundaries can be good. Boredom, and taking care of yourself not people pleasing will actually be better for you long term.
19. Trust Your Instincts-There’s power in instincts. Sure, listening to gurus and mentors can be helpful but you know yourself and what you are capable of. Humans are resilience and smart creatures when they choose to be. Don’t be afraid to follow the road less traveled. Worse case, you’ll have interesting stories to tell.
20. Embrace Vulnerability as Strength-This is the key to connection. That’s why social media is so BS sometimes- okay cool we get it your life is awesome you go on fancy vacations. Tell us what’s really going on. The moment I stopped portraying that I had it all figured out is when I truly found community.
21. Cultivate a Mindset of Abundance-Abundance is really a matter of perspective. Am I guilty of complaining and comparing yourself to other? Of course, when I tap into this power I see the unlimited potential in dreaming bigger. Don’t be afraid to ask god for what you truly want.
22. Learn to Say No When Necessary-What got you here won’t help you get to the next level. Being a friendly person is not a bad thing but focus and channeling your energy towards the things that actually matter you realize that everyone is usually pretty focused on themselves and most people are just surviving. Have compassion and faith.
23. Keep a Growth Mindset- Its funny when I used to think how I knew so much. Now I realize how little I actually know.
24. Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help-We live in a world with so much judgment. I remember a financial advisor friend of mine said I would not be able to live with myself if I started a GoFundMe. Funny enough- a GoFundMe when I felt like I hit rock bottom was the thing that got me truly connected to life and society. It gave me hope.
25. Give Back and Help Others- Shout out to @Samantha Roa for getting me back involved with SEO. Simple things and best of us giving back doesn’t necessarily mean you have to donate money. There are so many ways. It’s these little moments that show us that life is so much more than mortgages, twice a year vacations, and survival.
26. Stay True to Your Values-Figuring out what your values are and knowing that its going to change. I use to value friendships and networking events so that I can learn something new everyday. That’s what I truly optimized for now I value peace and the little things life such as learning how to make a perfectly soft boiled egg and cherishing god and having gratitude  so many human beings made this little thing possible.
27. Take Time for Self-Care-That might look different to everyone. For me, journaling, taking a walk around the block, trying a new restaurant, and being able to make to stretch makes a difference.
28. Explore New Hobbies and Interests-Having hobbies is not a bad thing. I recently went to a Pokemon Card Convention in Edison and it blew my mind how passionate some of these people are. Life can be difficult as it is. Don’t withhold yourself because someone else might judge you over something that seems weird. Who cares what others think.
29. Value Experiences Over Material Things-Eventually we all learn this although society will tell you other wise. We live in a dopamine filled world and a lot of channels are telling you- you aren’t good enough. It’s really hard to turn off the noise. The key with experiences is knowing is this ultimately a distraction from what truly matters or is it a genuine experience that you want to cherish.
30. Stay Curious and Keep Exploring-Curiosity is a special unlock – the moment I think I know is the moment I neglect myself from life’s beautiful gifts.
31. Embrace Imperfection-We aren’t meant to be air brushed, polished, and the fact that beauty is a multi billion dollar industry makes a ton of sense. We are kidding ourselves by putting on a façade that our lives are so amazing. Instagram is interesting where its clear that humans enjoy beautiful things but the funny thing is we are all trying to figure it out and no one actually has the answers.
32. Foster a Positive Mindset-I notice that false positivity is not healthy but there is always a silver lining especially in the darkest moments. Friends deaths, health issues, money issues, it will help us realize the things that really matter in life. It’s typically not having a big ass house or the most expensive car. It’s sometimes in the little things that your parents are still alive or that you are breathing and can walk.
33. Keep a Sense of Humor-Been guilty of taking life way too seriously. We’re all specks at the end of the day. When you think you are the only person in the world who can possibly understand what you are going through right now- it’s funny how unique we think we are. My neighbor Stan has been reminding me how a little humor goes a long way. Laughter makes you realize that life doesn’t have to be this marathon it can be more of a hop, skip, and frolicking around the park. 
34. Believe in Yourself and Your Abilities-Never did I think I would be where I am right now? I just didn’t know what’s possible. Slowing down and visualizing what your life can look like is a simple but powerful exercise. Take a moment to see yourself immersed in Japan or Korea and feel the energy the sensations the delicious foods- it all starts with a visualization and then the universe and god will give you what you desire.
35. Don’t Compare Your Journey to Others’-This has been a difficult one for me. Goal posts are useful but everyone is really on their own journey. You don’t actually know whats going on. Social media can be toxic if over consumption happens.
36. Celebrate Your Unique Path-We humans are truly special and celebration sometimes feels hard especially if you aren’t where you want to be. Actually where you are right now is perfect. If you weren’t feeling what you are feeling at this moment, then you wouldn’t take massive action to get to where you are going next. Jotting down what I enjoy and the cool memories I cherish via scrapbooking is a fun practice.
37. Stay Open to New Opportunities- Did I ever think working for one of the biggest LinkedIn influencers helping transform the top sales reps from some of the most competitive companies was an option ten years ago? Nope, do I love it and cherish it and stay open because life is much better when you put yourself out there and serve with your heart? Heck yeah!
38. Never Stop Dreaming Big-This is your permission to go after it. Write that weird thing that you’ve been pondering about for awhile. Go out and take that trip to Fiji that you think could make a difference in yourself. Create a bucket list.

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