As I was watching the NFL Playoffs last weekend, I started to ponder why teams and individuals don't treat everyday like the Playoffs. Why do teams play harder when "more" is at stake? What determines your attitude and how much effort you are going to put forth? Do you want to be remembered as someone that only gives it his all in "big" situations?
I want to be like Danny Woodhead. Danny is an undersized, overlooked, running back for the New Enlgand Patriots. Critics have doubted Danny his entire life, but he has fought on and continues to find ways to be successful. To paraphrase Danny on ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown, he said, "I'm going to keep fighting until the door is all the way closed." This is a prime example of controlling your attitude and effort. Don't let obstacles define you.
Attitude and effort are the two things that you have complete control over every morning. Don't let the situation or your circumstances dictate your outlook on life and/or how hard you are willing to work. Put a smile on your face and work hard everyday. Don't wait for the Playoffs, because you may find yourself waiting for something that never arrives. Take this opportunity to look in the mirror and truly evaluate your attitude and effort. Enjoy the journey!
P.S. Please comment if you have stories about people that have overcome great obstacles to achieve high levels of success.
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