Every year should be a year of growth and goals, but 2012 taught me that life doesn’t always go according to plan, which in itself is one of the most powerful lessons we can learn.
I don’t know where your struggles or triumphs were this year, but for me, every area of my life was challenged. Beginning with my personal and professional relationships and then moving into my health and business.
The year 2012 was a relentless teacher, but like the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche said, "That which does not kill us makes us stronger." So I give to you my top 10 most valuable lessons of 2012:
1. Balance your emotions
Never allow your emotions to run your life. It’s OK to feel things, but don’t allow your feelings to take charge. This is a powerful lesson I had to re-learn this year. I like to remind myself how the best quarterbacks in the NFL play when they’re under pressure. It doesn’t matter how great or terrible the game is going—they remain focused and move confidently towards the goal.
2. Fuel your body with amazing nutrition
Make no mistake – your body is a machine. If you want to be a high-performing individual in sports, business and life, you need to feed your body the proper fuel. I strongly recommend the documentary Food Matters—it will change the way you approach food by understanding how it shapes your body and mind.
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