There is a ton of research out there that links giving thanks with happiness and health. However, I could not clearly find the answer to this simple question – does gratitude come first or do the good circumstances that drive the gratitude come first? A classic chicken or egg question at its finest. Although the […]
Mental toughness is something young athletes must learn. Although there is no conclusive evidence on the genetics of mental toughness, research shows that both nature and nurture play a role. Given that we have no control over the nature of our children once they’re born, we must focus on the nurture. This is why mental toughness […]
Both self-control and self-discipline are two critical character traits one must have to achieve a difficult goal. It’s easy to confuse the two and often people use these terms interchangeably. However, there is an important distinction that’s worth remembering. Self-control is about stopping yourself, self-discipline is about pushing yourself. My wife explains it this way […]