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Discussions, ideas, commentary, interviews, etc., all dealing with ways of finding bits of success throughout life and try to apply it to the areas we need. We all have different forms of success and we all need the tools to help us do just that in our lives. Remember - Success is in the journey, the continual process.
Our Gifts and Opportunities - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 6-24-26 - #1912
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From my Kindle App comes today’s Daily Thought - it’s from John Maxwell’s “Daily Reader” - short items of encouragement, positive mindset, powerful examples for us to implement into our daily lives. John’s entry for today is all about making the most of our gifts and opportunities. Some very powerful ideas and examples here for sure. Find some connection to not only John Maxwell, but his book, “Daily Reader”, or “25 Ways to Win with People”, but any of his many other powerful and best selling books. Thanks for listening. Please take...
Be you - Daily Thought Wit Coach Daly - Tues. 6-23-26 - #1911
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Found a reminder that I needed to hear and connect with again. It comes from Roy T. Bennett (@InspiringThinkn) and the message is this: “Make a difference in the world by being who you truly are.” The reminder is that each and every day I need to make the choice as to try and continue to be who I truly am. Authenticity is a key ingredient that is missing in much of the world. A big part of that missing key is for me not to have it missing in me and my life...
Podcast 1910 - Dream Planted - Daily Thought - 6-22-26
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I connected with a post from Chris Foster (@CoachC_Foster) that served as a big reminder - “That dream was planted in your heart for a reason.” I needed this and I think others need this reminder too!! No matter what is going on in our lives, staying connected to our dream(s), doesn’t mean we have to uproot our lives. We can continue to learn, grow, and find times to work on our dreams and connect that dream (or dreams) into our lives. I tend to get down about some things...
Advice For The Older I Get - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1909
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I found a great post that to me, connected to Fathers Day (and every day with people in our lives) and it comes from Bob Starkey (@CoachBobStarkey): “The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.” ~ Tim Russert. I found this totally true for not only my dad and the lessons and advice given to me throughout my lifetime - but to so many others too. My mom, grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, etc., along with so many other key people in my life fit into this too. The other thing...
Favorite Days - Dailly Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 6-19-26 - #1908
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I found a great thought - a short episode today to share this from Kylie Riordan (@mindfulheal) & this reminder: “Some of your favorite days haven’t even happened yet and that’s the magic of being alive.” ~ (@mindfulheal). This got me fired up to realize that I still have better days ahead of me. My new favorite day is still coming and then there will be another one, and so on. I love that mindset to keep looking ahead for the next best day! Thanks for listening. Please take a few moments to sub...
We Must Be Better - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 6-18-26 - #1907
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I shared a very emotional story in today’s episode from our weekend trip to Northern Michigan. We saw a dog tied up on the side of a major expressway. Someone abandoned the poor thing. I got on my phone right away and called 911 to report this and they said they would send someone out right away to help the dog. I sure hope the dog is ok. I was in tears and I still have not shaken the memory from my mind and heart. It got me thinking about how much w...
A Happy Life - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 6-17-26 - #1906
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I found something that got me thinking, reflecting, smiling and yes, having a few tears. It came from liminal (@Liminal1988) where they shared this post: “A happy life doesn't consist of just happy moments, it is a mixture of both the happy and the sad. There will be good times - when you laugh with your friends until your cheeks are read and your stomach hurts, trips to the park and the zoo, shopping and late-night ice-cream runs, and private jokes and notes passed in class, and every little prank that you play...
Most Productive Thing - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Tues. 9-11-26 #1905
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I found an amazingly short and simple item that I know I need to add to my to do list - maybe you do too. It comes from The Motivational Quotes (@MQUOTESLIFE) and the to-do item is this: “Sometimes rest is the most productive thing you can do.” One reason I see this as a good thing is that I’m getting older and so I can justify it a bit more. But I’m also seeing the truth and importance of this truth too. To get through the tough moments that life can t...
Walk The Walk - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon. 9-15-26 - #1904
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Found a very spot-on post here for all of us to connect with. It comes from Inspiration & More (@LifeWithJohn) where this is the gold nugget he shared: “The world is changed by your example not by your opinion. - Paul Coelho ~ Talking the talk isn’t enough………Walk the Walk!” Way too many of us simply do too much talking (yes.. That is me you see standing up holding my hand up… guilty for sure on this one), instead of putting more action out there into the world. Social media is dominated I think wi...
Things Done Everyday - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1903
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I found today’s motivation tidbit from Jim Rohn Official (@OfficialJimRohn) where he reminds us about what success is really made up of. Remember, we all have our own pieces of what success means to us. "Success is a few simple disciplines practiced every day; while failure is simply a few errors in judgment repeated every day." — “Jim Rohn Simple. Daily. Repeated. That's the formula.” As I let this sink in a bit, it’s easy for me to see that I have plenty to work on each and every day and I am grateful...
Improving Mental Our Health - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 6-12-26 #1902
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I came across this list of great ways to improve our mental health. In today’s world, it is for sure worthwhile to keep improving ourselves, and our mental health is one of the best things we can do for sure. It comes from Sports Psychology (@SportPsychTips) Here it is: “Eight ways to improve your mental health: 1. Think positive, 2. Be in the moment, 3. Have fun, 4. Live a healthy lifestyle, 5. Work toward your goals, 6. Love others, 7. Have purpose in life and 8. Ask for help.” I know for sure I have plenty to work on and thi...
Life Is Ironic - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 6-11-26 #1901
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I found a gem from a hall of famer, Nancy Lieberman (@NancyLieberman) who shared this truth: “Life is so ironic, it takes sadness to know what happiness is, noise to appreciate silence and absence to value presence.” These are simple truths that I usually don’t think about too much. Now that I was reminded about it - these sure do make sense. I also need to seek them out more… more happiness, a bit more silence and I’m for sure valuing the presence of people that I love a lot more now. Co...
Its Really One Less - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 9-10-26 - #1900
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I found a powerful and simple statement from Kylie Riordan (@mindfulheal) that I connected with in yesterday’s podcast. “When we understand that each day isn’t one more day, but one less, we start giving more value to what truly matters.” I guess it’s easier to see the truth in this statement as we get older. The key is to not wait too long to connect with it and allow it to have an impact on how you live your days. Know that today is the youngest we will ever be and that...
Never Cease Growing - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Tues. 6-9-26 - #1899
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I was doing some looking for things to inspire, teach, remind and get me to do some reflecting… and I found this from Bob Starkey (@CoachBobStarkey). You can also connect with him HERE on his blog site. Coach shared: “Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.” ~ Anthony J. D’Angelo. It’s something that I discussed with a few friends & former colleagues on a quick visit to my old work place this morning. It really does add tremendous value to every one of my day...
Pillars of Life - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon. 6-8-26 #1898
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I really enjoy days where I can find a simple reminder that has a lot of power behind it. Today’s reminder comes from Roy T. Bennett (@InspiringThinkn) where he reminds us about this: “Faith, hope, love, and truth form the pillars of life; without them, nothing truly stands.” (Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart) I am reminded about these pillars of life that I need to keep not only investing in improving in these areas for myself, but also that when I keep improving - everyone around me gets better t...
Ordinary Gifts - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1897
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My connection with John O’Leary keeps getting stronger as I continue to see what a difference maker he is for people. A recent podcast from him had this description “It is rarely the brightest lights or biggest personalities that change the world most profoundly. Far more often and far more importantly, it’s ordinary people quietly choosing to use whatever gifts they have to lift the lives around them.” You can find the short episode HERE. The short part I am sharing in today’s show gets me thinking...
Our GPS System - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 6-5-26 #1896
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Going back to back here my friends as I connect with Mark Hickie (@MPHickie) again on a very thought provoking & taking a deep breath type of moment. This lesson he introduces with his thoughts first: “We spend so much energy regretting wrong decisions, failed attempts & lost time. Often detours are what help us discover who we truly are. Every mistake carries a lesson, every setback has meaning. The goal isn't to dwell on the past-it's to understand what it's here to teach us.” This quote really does make sense, especially in today’s tec...
Our Unique Journeys - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 6-4-26 #1895
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Love the daily reminders and lessons I get from Mark Hickie (@MPHickie) and this one really got me thinking about a few things. Mark’s intro to the post was this: “A message for today … Everyone is on their own unique journey. Appreciate the people who cross your path, cherish the lessons they leave behind & move forward with gratitude and purpose. Walk your path with kindness, integrity & purpose and embrace the journey ahead.” These are powerful reminders for all of us and reminding ourselves of these, during the moments we are in them through...
Candles - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed - 6-3-26 #1894
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I found a powerful reminder that I know I need to take with me every day and I also know, FOR SURE, that others need to remember this too. It comes from Gary Hensel (@gary_hensel) and it is this: “Blowing out someone else’s candle doesn’t make yours shine any brighter.” We have way too much of people blowing out others’ candles thinking that it’s ok, and also that it means they are successful. Many that keep doing it also think it means they are a good person for others to fol...
Your % Matters - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Tues. 6-2-26 - #1893
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I always love seeing some of the same strong people, who continue to post things on a regular basis that help others. A former student of mine who is now a fabulous teacher and coach, Coach Ray Ostrowski (@CoachRayO3313) is definitely one of those people that are a quality difference maker for others. Here is his intro for the post I saw today: “Your % matters. You can’t be a part-timer & expected to receive full-time benefits & rewards. Break ‘what you do’ up into a % based on your number of opportunities & see how you stack...
Connections - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon. - 6-1 26 #1892
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I found a new connection for this episode, and even if it’s coming out a tad late, I still had to share it with you. It’s from Bob Coniglio (@BobConiglio) and his message that goes with the quote is to “Enjoy the day.” The thought he shared was this: “Connection is why we’re here. It is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.” ~ Brene Brown. Life is indeed all about connections. It’s about the people we build relationships with throughout life. It’s the sparks that we connect with that fuel our...
Nothing More Powerful - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1891
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I came across not only a post from Jon Gordon (@JonGordon11) but I also just picked up a copy of his latest book “The Power of Positive Habits”. Great stuff in my quest to just keep trying to get better and be my best version of myself. The post was this: “There’s nothing more powerful than a humble person with a warrior spirit who is driven by a bigger purpose.” I love this!! What a huge reminder for us to keep looking to be humble throughout life! Keep looking to have the mindset o...
Winning Doesn't Fill The Void - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 5-29-26 #1890
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Found a great conversation that Greg Berge (@GregBerge) shared with a recent post. This thought was what the focus was on: “The lie we tell ourselves. Once we win one I’ll be happy.” - Sean McVay LA Rams Head Coach on Winning a Super Bowl. Greg goes on to say “that Winning doesn’t fill the void. It just moves the finish line. The real joy? The grind. The growth. The people.” Like I’ve shared plenty of times before, life is about relationships. I love the last last that Coach McVay shares ab...
Loan This To Others - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 5-28-26 #1889
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Found this gem from Kylie Riordan (@mindfulheal) and it’s one that I haven’t really connected with this thought before. This is the new connection to kindness for me. “Kindness is loaning someone your strength instead of reminding them of their weakness.” I love this thought. Encouraging others, lifting them up; more than pointing out something they might need to fix. I think there is a lot of pointing out the faults of others. What is more strengthening to others, is taking this higher and different “road” in interacting with them. One thing for su...
Go Build Your Life - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. - 5-27-26 #1888
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I found a fantastic reminder from Overmind (@overmind01) where this little gem was shared with everyone: “8 billion people on Earth. Almost none know you exist. The few who do are too busy to care. Relax. No one’s watching. Go build your life.” So much to digest out of these few sentences. Reminding ourselves that just about everyone on this planet doesn't know who we are. There are some good people - a few that do know us and are pulling for us, but that number is really small. Realizing that all of these people...
This is always remembered - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Tues - 5-26-26 #1887
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I stumbled across a post from Seek Wiser (@SeekWiser_) today that got me thinking about a few things. This was the quote that caught my eye today: “Positions are temporary. Titles are limited. But how you treat people is always remembered.” Once again, the world needs more of this. I know I keep mentioning this in my podcasts, but it’s true. We can all do a better job of sharing and acting on things that help bring about better ways of living our lives. A big part of this also connects with...
Encouragement vs Criticism - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon - 5-25-26 - #1886
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The Mindfulness Meditation Institute (@TrainingMindful) shared a very powerful and short reminder for all of us. “Be an encourager. The world has plenty of critics already.” - Dave Willis. I may have shared something close to this quote in the past, but I know I needed to share it today for sure. All of us need to look to encourage others AND ourselves. There are so many critics out there, but their feedback to others doesn’t even come close to what the world needs. Short and sweet my friends. Thanks for listening...
Bad attitude vs. Great attitude - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1885
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I connected with this guy again, as it’s been awhile since I’ve shared something from Coach AJ / Mental Fitness (@coachajkings). This one is a reminder of some pure gold basics in life. It comes from football coach, Dabo Swinney who said, "It's the optimists who change the world." Success starts with your mindset and what you do every single day. A bad attitude holds you back. A great attitude takes you forward. "The only disability in life is a bad attitude." We all have this disability at times throughout our lives...
Real Education - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 5-22-26 #1884
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I found one simple sentence that to me was a very powerful post. It comes from Overmind (@overmind01) and here is the sentence: “Real education starts after you leave school.” Yes sir, 100% right on target for sure. Think of what you are “learning” every day!! “Education” itself simply does not mean in a formal school setting. That’s where it starts of course, but real education is something that we are privileged to seek and go after, every single day of our lives! What are your “lesson plans” for today? For your life? Keep strivin...
Are you afraid? - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 5-21-26 #1883
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There has been a young lady who is in the battle of her life with ALS, that I’ve been following for a few years. A recent post I saw was her taking questions that she is answering about her journey. Her name is Sarah Nauser (@SarahNauser) and her bio on her Twitter / X account says this: “Dominating ALS one day at a time since 2018. Retired Police Officer. “Love the life you live and live the life you love” Go Royals! #FightLikeAGirl“ She answered a question “are you afraid?” and her answer sure does ge...
Life's Highest Calling - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 5-20-26 #1882
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Love this post that came across my “wires” today. It comes from Drew Maddux (@DrewMaddux) and he shares this thought about the quote I will share with you as “Life’s highest calling... Pick up the Trash...leave people, places, and things better than you found them! Every conversation matters. Every interaction matters. Every encounter is an opportunity to bring life, hope, and encouragement to someone else. You never know what someone is carrying, and you never know how one word, one smile, or one moment of genuine care might change their direct...
How We Live Every Day - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Tues. - 5-19-26 #1881
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I found an amazing post with unbelievable timing. This really hit home as we just lost my uncle earlier this morning. He had a long, long life as he was in his early 90’s. He fought with many different battles over the last few years - cancer and Alzheimer's to name just two of his battles. This quote hit home for me: “The people we love and have lost don’t just shape our past; they show up in how we live every day.” George Couros is the one who said this and shar...
Old Battles - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon. 5-18-26 #1880
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From Jon Gordon (@JonGordon11) came this gem on what he calls a “MindsetMonday”. “Don’t let old battles keep you from new victories.” I’ve done this plenty of times. Keep re-hashing something in my head from my past that is holding me back from my current day / in the moment things I should be doing. This became clear again not because I saw this post, but actually going through it because of my recent surgery. So much stuff we tend to carry around and if you are like me, sometimes that old stuff get...
Podcast 1879 - Lessons from Higgy - Motiation Monday Game Plan - #1879
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I saw this post that connected directly to one of my favorite all-time shoes, Ted Lasso. This post was from one of the characters on the show, Higgins and it was one of so many life lessons shared on the show. In a conversation with another character, Roy - Higgins mentioned this to him: “Human beings are never going to be perfect, Roy. The best we can do is keep asking for help and accepting it when you can. And if you keep on doing that, you’ll always be moving towards...
Eli'Ana Klemm - Lessons On Being "Resilient" - Sunday Conversation With Coach Daly - #1878
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What an amazing, emotional and inspiring conversation I had with another former student of mine, Eli’Ana Klemm. This was a powerful conversation all connected to her recent book, "Resilient" (click the title for the link) and the lessons she learned from extreme loss and injury when she was young. Eli’Ana shares so many lessons of life in this conversation that I know this will make a positive difference with so many people. You can connect with her on Instagram (@Beyondherblues) and there yo...
You're Growing Right Now - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 5-15-26 #1877
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For my last pre-recorded, post surgery episode (hopefully), I’m leaning on a legend. John C. Maxwell (@TheJohnCMaxwell) is someone that has been around for a very long time. I remember for most of my life knowing who this guy is and finding my way to being connected to his teachings. This one is a gem that he shares with us today. “The only guarantee that tomorrow is going to be better than today is that you’re growing right now.” Let this clip sink in a bit. Listen to it a couple of ti...
Be The Energy That Changes The Room - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 5-14-26 #1876
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He scores again… Mark Hickie (@MPHickie) shared another gem that caught my heart and my ear. I’ve heard this before, actually many times, but I needed to hear it explained this way: “Don’t be a thermometer that reflects the room. Be a thermostat that changes it. Stay grounded, set the tone & bring the energy you want others to feel. Measure the atmosphere if you must — but don’t stop there. Change it.” The clip he shared was from Devante Warner (@thedevantewarner). Love the strength and courage of being the person that brings pe...
Achievement vs. Fulfillment - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 5-13-26 #1875
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I found this amazing reminder (seems more and more amazing reminders that I am finding - messages that we all need) from Mark Hickie (@MPHickie) his message about the clip from Inky Johnson (@inkyjohnson) - “Achievement is what you attain or accomplish. Fulfillment is something you experience when your journey, growth & relationships align with purpose. Fulfillment comes from who you become during the journey, how you impact others & whether your life aligns with purpose & values.” Love the reminders about the importance of the journey that we are all going through in life. The...
Ready? - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Tues. 5-12-26 #1874
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I found a gem from a “repeat difference-maker of doing good things” - Coach Ray Ostrowski (@CoachRayO3313) shared his thoughts on his Daily Quote - “You will never feel ready. But the moment changes when you decide to MOVE!” This reminder that action does indeed cure fear along with adding confidence. The quote is this: “Ready? - You will never ‘feel ready’. Ready is not a feeling - Ready is a decision. Confidence comes after the decision, not before it. You’ll never feel fully prepared. The moment changes when you decide to move.” This...
I'm On A One Day Contract - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon. 5-11-26 #1873
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I came across this awesome idea, almost a frame of mind that I know I need to have more often. It comes from Steve Gutzler (@SteveGutzler) “I’m on a ONE DAY contract.” It’s a reminder for me to be my best so that at the end of the day, when I look in the mirror, that guy looking back at me will say - you’ve earned another contract for tomorrow to work hard, do good and be your best. It reminds me to have more “be in the moment more” mome...
