This is a hand-drawn, colourized illustration of an archery target with an arrow striking the bullseye. The target is depicted as a series of concentric circles, each in a different colour, The bullseye is a small white circle. Circling the bullseye is a bright green ring, slightly larger than the center. Outside the green ring is a red ring, broader than the previous one. The largest and final ring is a vivid blue, taking up the most space on the target. The circles are outlined in bold black, creating clear boundaries between the colors. An arrow is piercing the center of the bullseye. The arrow shaft is black, thin, and perfectly aligned with the target’s center. It is topped with detailed feather fletching. The fletching is shaded in black with fine lines. The drawing conveys precision and achievement, emphasizing the perfect shot.

Set New Year’s resolutions like Awa Kenzō

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Forget the target. Focus on aim. Set goals and New Year’s resolutions with guidance from Kyūdō Master Awa Kenzō.

The word courage is written on a rectangular piece of fabric. The fabric is torn and slightly frayed around the edges. It's laying on a wooden surface with a rough grain pattern.

“If I only had a nerve.”

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It can take years to close the gap. Do you have the courage to keep going?

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Musing about consistency

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Get 4 insights from 2 authors, 1 entrepreneur, and some really old guy.

A person in a black and white outfit holds a balloon over their face. A smiley face is drawn on the balloon.

Do you reject compliments, or are you normal?

July 31, 20221 Comment

Welcoming compliments is healthy and empowering. But praise is hard to accept, especially if you feel it's undeserved. Let's change that mindset.

What Makes Life Worth Fighting For?

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Sometimes, we lose sight of what makes life worth fighting for. Don't forget to live in the present – it's not about the destination. It's about the journey.

This image is a simple black-and-white line drawing of a hot air balloon. The balloon’s canopy is made up of several vertical panels, each drawn with gentle curves to suggest a soft, fabric-like texture. The panels converge at the top of the balloon, giving the structure a rounded, dome-like appearance. Thin lines run vertically along each panel, adding depth and dimension to the balloon's surface, indicating where the fabric might fold or crease. The basket at the bottom of the hot air balloon is rectangular and attached to the balloon by two ropes. The basket is empty, without passengers.

The slow rise from mediocrity

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A tale of self-doubt and getting in your own way on the path to personal growth. In 362 words on the Davis Daily.

The Davis Daily

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Tag: personal growth