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The Power of the Checklist

We often chase the next big productivity hack—new apps, time-blocking systems, or color-coded calendars. But sometimes, the most powerful tools are also the simplest. Enter: the humble checklist. If you’re like Joshua, running a business, managing a team, balancing fitness, personal goals, and family life—it can feel like your brain has 37 tabs open at […]

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The Power of the 6AM Club

There’s something magical about getting your workout in before the rest of the world wakes up. When you train at 6AM, it’s just you, your breath, and your intention. No meetings. No emails. No chaos. Just clarity. Waking up and working out before the sun rises does more than check a box on your to-do

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Don’t Take It Personally

At OCR Academy, one of the most powerful lessons we teach our team is drawn from Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements: “Don’t take anything personally.” At first glance, that sounds simple. But it’s incredibly hard to do — especially when we care deeply about our work, our community, and the impact we’re trying to

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FINDING FINANCIAL FREEDOM

In Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, the author outlines principles and actionable steps to achieve financial freedom. While the book doesn’t list “10 specific steps” explicitly, its core messages and key takeaways provide a roadmap for financial independence. Here’s a summary of 10 critical steps inspired by the book: 1. Shift Your Mindset

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Reflecting on Past Mistakes

Reflecting on past mistakes is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth. It allows you to step back, examine your actions, and gain valuable insights into your behavior and motivations. This process isn’t about self-criticism or dwelling on regrets but about cultivating self-awareness, empathy, and resilience.   Why Reflection Helps You Grow:  

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The Winter Blues and Vitamin D

Winter is here, and with it comes shorter days, colder temperatures, and often, an unintentional transformation into vampires—completely covered from head to toe. Think about it: we step outside wrapped in toques, sunglasses, mitts, and heavy jackets, leaving almost no skin exposed to the sun. While this keeps us warm, it also limits our ability

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10 Strategies to Recalibrate Your Emotions and Release Feel-Good Chemicals

Sometimes, we all face moments of heightened emotions—whether it’s frustration, anger, or simply feeling stuck. Acknowledging where you are takes courage, and the fact that you’re seeking to shift your state shows you’re already on the right path. Here are 10 practical, evidence-based strategies to help recalibrate your emotions and boost those all-important feel-good chemicals.

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