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There are no bad questions, but there are bad motives behind questions.
The crowd roared, but Ken Blanchard went silent inside.
“This is your game. Take it.”
The coached screamed, “No!” Ken won the game taking a 30′ shot.
Constructive disobedience can change your life.
Here’s how…
Transitions disappoint inflated expectations.
Running faster doesn’t solve disappointment. Wisdom unplugs the treadmill.
Fools speed up the treadmill after setbacks. Wisdom sells the treadmill.
We bought two BK Whoppers for a buck while in college. It was a thrill. Now I need lobster to get excited.
Transitions teach wisdom, if you pause.
Frustration is useful in the moment but destructive as a lifestyle. Nagging anger at work leads to gloom and grief.
“Depression is anger turned inward.”—often attributed to Sigmund Freud
I never met an angry person who wasn’t also depressed.
Turn raw emotion into productive behavior.
Here’s how…
Money is distilled life. Every dollar you earn is a piece of your life.
Money stores potential energy. It comes back to life when you buy food, experiences, or possessions. You gave a slice of your life for the shoes on your feet.
Spending is stewardship.
Bob Bumblehoof is too naïve to lead. He thinks flattery is sincere. The team knows it’s manipulation.
Gary showers his Bumblehoof with over-the-top compliments. He laughs at stupid jokes and agrees with dumb ideas.
Don’t let people make a fool of you. Become a flattery-proof leader.
