You are on a roll, aren't you? You are now starting the day off moving.  You are becoming quieter with who you are, learning about why you do what you do.  And you are now more productive in the evening.

What could possibly add to that?  how about going an entire hour without complaining?  That's the challenge for today.  go one hour without complaining to anyone or even yourself.

It's not as easy as it seems. If you complain during your hour the clock resets. Drop me a line to tell me how it is going.

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There are many times that damn box is mesmerizing.  If I remember back to when it was the most captivating, it was at a time when my life seemed stagnant.  I wasn't going anywhere in my life and what I was doing for a career was blatantly unfulfilling.  

I realize now that it was a way for me to zone out and not think about how I let my life get so miserable.  I wanted to shut down, and tv at the end of the day was the perfect solution.  

However, the only solution it provided was one of complacency and zero momentum for positive change.

Today's challenge is to help break you out of the trap I was in; watching tv for hours after dinner.

Today's Challenge: Go one hour without TV during your regularly scheduled tv time. 

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Have you ever been to a library where talking was discouraged.  It may have seemed odd at first, but after a while I bet you kind of dug the peace that you were surrounded by.  When you are in a library you have some sort of goal; studying, looking for a book, etc..  However, have you ever been quiet when you didn't have something to do?

Many people loathe the thought of being alone with their thoughts.  It's clear to see.  When was the last time you saw someone alone who was simply, by themselves, not connected to anyone else via text, phone or internet?  I bet you have a hard time thinking of anyone.

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