Author: Chet

Three years ago this morning, I was alive and on Heaven’s door. Thanks, Grappy and Brother Mick. Thanks, St. Ann’s docs. Thanks for saving my sorriness. I’m reposting the story for those that don’t know and for those that do. Let’s this serve as a reminder to take nothing for granted. Live like you’re heading … Continue reading Alive and gone to Heaven…

Fluff is a lifetime caddy. Carried for tons of PGA stars. Jim Furyk’s dude for 25 years. He’s now 76 years old and still hoisting a 50 lb bag around the links for 5 hours plus each day he does it. Why? He finds deep joy in it. He loves sharing a smoke with his … Continue reading Pour wisely…

Today, during practice 107, The Watchman came prepared. It was an amazing practice, at least to me. Everyone played. Oneness was tasted as we shared truth about hard things we’ve all been through and are currently going through. This past weekend was all about integrating work and life. Used to be a hard thing to … Continue reading Integrate…

Long ago, when leaving Salina for college, Mom dropped some wisdom bombs on me. Don’t expect the world to give you what you want. You’re going to have to fight for it. You’re welcome to come back to visit, but not to live. You are on your own now. Today, NCAA wrestling championships will conclude. … Continue reading Fight…

Pray it out. This thought came to me yesterday as a depressed client of mine was sharing his writing. He was trying to solve internal problems with external solutions. Does. Not. Work. For. Long. The best solution to your ruminating mind is to focus it on your strong CORE. Don’t look outward and compare. Look … Continue reading When in doubt…

Yesterday, during OSU WSOC practice 105, I was blown away more than I’ve ever been in 22 plus years of BTL team practice. I’m not exaggerating. If you know me, you most likely know I don’t hand out compliments like candy. So, what blew me away? A freshman knew exactly what I was thinking. Did … Continue reading Surprised…

Let’s say you don’t like how you’re tracking. Feels like you are overworked at work, under-appreciated at home. The boss isn’t giving you good vibes. Your bride or best friend is being too much or too little. You are frustrated. What to do, you ask yourself. Start with why. We rarely improve the how without … Continue reading Start here…

The minute you join any collection of individuals, teams, or leaders, your brain goes all primal on you. You see, anytime you engage with others, your brain scans them like the ancient Savannah looking for friend or foe. Your brain begins with the leader but it doesn’t stop there, it’s got to know that not … Continue reading You belong…