This past year, I read Greg McKeown’s newest acclaimed book, “Effortless,” and even shared the key takeaways that really awed me within this newsletter. His perspective on how to reach “an experience where we are physically rested, emotionally unburdened, and mentally energized” really made a strong impact on me. McKeown’s research and wisdom put into his insights prompted me to give his debut book, “Essentialism” a try, and I wish I’d read it much sooner! In our toughest moments, we always find ourselves wondering what’s most important. With “Essentialism,” McKeown guides readers toward a discipline where, no matter what kind of day it is, you never forget the most essential things you value or are working for.
Many people struggle with finding themselves busy but not productive, or feeling both overworked and underutilized. Especially in our times where Americans are quitting more than ever, you might be tempted to get back to the basics. But we
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could frame our doubts and questions in another light: What are the two or three most essential things you could be doing right now?
“Essentialism” suggests that, after making a daily to-do list,
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picking out the single or few most important tasks is, well, essential to your success in the things that will make you happiest and most fulfilled. And I can definitely relate to that. As a business owner, I hardly ever run out of work
HAVE YOU HEARD OF ‘GOLF CARTING’? GAVIN’S GUYS
If you haven’t heard of it, that’s because the sport usually goes by “golf.” But, honestly, the golf cart is so much more fun for me. I don’t know why the marketing has to be all about the ball and the grass, you know? I guess the grassy fields are pretty cool. It isn’t easy to maintain those types of yards — I would know as a landscape expert.
Hey, guys! It’s Gavin, and I’ve gotta tell you about an awesome new sport I’ve discovered. It’s called golf carting.
It’s not just about watering the grass, you know? It’s also about repairing any ball marks after they landed on the grass, repairing holes from pegs into the grass, and smoothing out the sand. There’s a lot of care and consideration that goes into courses. I talk a big game about golf carts, but even they can have a serious impact on the maintenance of a golf course! Anyway, I’ve been having a blast with golf and golf carting, so I joined the local junior league, and I practice about two days a week at the golf course. It’s been a lot of fun to play with other kids! My dad tells me that golfing is a game of honesty and integrity. The more I play, the more I agree with him. Wouldn’t it be so easy to push the ball secretly a little closer to the hole when nobody’s looking? But I’d never do that. Winning just doesn’t feel good when you cheat. And I’d rather feel great when I win! Of course, losing isn’t really that big of a deal, either. So long as you enjoy the people you’re spending time with and the game, there’s not really a big loss. No matter what your winter plans are, I hope you’ll get to have some fun this holiday season, too! See you next time!
Here’s how it works: You go to a big grassy field. You learn how to hit and aim golf balls really well so they fly far in the air and land into a golf hole. Then, you jump into a golf cart and drive to a different field as fast as you can!
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