The Science Behind Momentum Momentum, a fundamental principle in physics, mirrors the dynamics of maintaining discipline in both our personal and professional endeavors. The initial effort to start any task, much like overcoming static friction, often presents the greatest challenge. Once we overcome this initial inertia, sustaining our efforts (akin to kinetic friction) becomes markedly […]
brain atrophy
The robots are coming. So I’ve started writing. Yesterday, I got in a car that artificial intelligence controlled. It drove me from the airport to my hotel. While I sat in the driver’s seat, I didn’t have to intervene once. And I loved it. Artificial intelligence is about to disrupt humanity. And I’m here for […]
what Talon taught me
August 2006. It was the first physical training session of ROTC at Texas Tech University. Start time was 6am. I decided I would be the first one there. I arrived at 5am. Talon was already there. We were inseparable for the rest of college. He was in my wedding. I was in his. We served […]
what about the bucket and the path?
Someone shared a quote with me recently that went like this: "Once you carry your own water, you will learn the value of every drop." It underpins the value of hard work. You will ever only appreciate the things you have to work for. It’s true. However, before we can carry water we need a […]
don’t worry about those who don’t
Don’t worry about those who don’t… My grandpa (I call him Pop) gave me some profound advice at the start of my entrepreneurial career as a strength and conditioning coach. He said, "Don’t worry about those who don’t." I said, "What do you mean, Pop?" He said, "Some people want to workout, some don’t. Don’t […]