Blog #676: It’s Number 1 of 10,000

If we’re paying attention to living…

We walk through life today
with a shade more wisdom than yesterday.

Undoubtedly…

We know more about creating better health,
deeper happiness…and more harmony.

If…

You had the chance to share ONE difference-making thought with thousands of others…what would it be?

Today…

I’ll use my chance.

______

From the moment we’re born…
we’re learning lessons.

As a baby…
I learned to watch faces.
I learned my feet can get me places.
I learned the sounds I made had impact.

As a child…
I learned having a pet is having a best friend.
I learned there is more to see outside than inside.
I learned the more I practiced, the better I became.

As a school kid…
I learned someone else is always faster.
I learned that books have magical power.
I learned to take turns when shooting baskets.

As a young guy trying to make a difference…
I learned to spend less money than I made.
I learned success isn’t as easy as they tell you.
I learned if I let failure get me down, I would never climb up.

As a guy growing older…
I learned I’m inspired the most when I inspire the most.
I learned that walking 750 miles is only impossible when I think it is.
I learned my best meditation is sitting outside watching my dogs see the world.

But in all of the difference-making lessons branded on my heart, brain, and soul, the most important lesson… #1 of 10,000… is this:

“If I’m not loving life, I’m doing something wrong.”

Yours to think about.

S.

PS: I ran this blog one year ago. After giving my intro a fresh spin today, I thought I’d give the blog a chance to make a difference one more time.

(Audio version)

It’s Number 1 of 10,000: Learning Through Experience

In It’s Number 1 of 10,000, Shawn explains that throughout life, we collect thousands of lessons. However, not all lessons hold the same weight. Some moments challenge us, others inspire us, but one ultimate realization reshapes how we approach everything. Identifying this core lesson allows us to make better choices and move forward with greater confidence.

Applying Life’s Greatest Wisdom

Understanding It’s Number 1 of 10,000 is just the beginning. True transformation happens when we apply this wisdom to our daily lives. Growth is not just about learning but about using what we’ve learned to create real change. By focusing on our actions and making intentional choices, we can align our lives with the values that matter most.

Turning Knowledge into Action

Life’s most valuable lessons only create impact when applied. It’s Number 1 of 10,000 reminds us that every challenge, success, and failure carries meaning. The key is to embrace these lessons and use them as stepping stones toward personal and professional fulfillment.

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