My three top priorities in life are family, God, and coaching. Every day, I strive to improve myself in at least one (and hopefully all) of these areas. I know I need to improve in all of them, and any day that I don't get better is a day I got worse by default. I've found that nothing helps me improve as much as reading.
A good friend and mentor once told me "there are two ways to improve yourself: the people you talk to, and the books you read." I'll read anything I can get my hands on that deals with self improvement or professional development. I try to spend time each night reading scripture. Reading helps me to look at myself in perspective, and constantly gives me new ideas on how I can become better at each of my top priorities. It allows me to be creative and reflective, and shows me alternative views that I haven't considered.
If you have read anything good lately, leave the name of it in the comments section. I'm always looking for new sources and new material. One thing I'd like to start doing this year is listening to podcasts and audiobooks on the bus after games as a way to make more efficient use of all that travel time. If you know of any good ones - pass them on!
I'll end with another of my favorite quotes. "The man who won't read has no advantage over the man who can't."
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