#547 - 13 Mistakes You Make Each Morning

13 Mistakes You Make Each Morning

By: Marushka Mujic


Let’s not mistake the early morning for an easy task. Though there are some who manage to jump effortlessly from slumber to the bathroom sink, this particular breed hails from alien planets and possess superhuman powers to resist the all-too-common mayhem that is our morning routine. For the rest of us, who happen to stumble and scorch ourselves with hot coffee, here’s a check list of the little things.

#1 Waking Up On The Right Side Of The Bed

The first and biggest mistake most commonly made at the day’s beginning is starting off on the wrong foot. After an unappetizing dream, a poor sleep or a generally stressful set of days, the mindset with which we greet the morning is absolutely essential. Famed author of 30 best selling books, motivational speaker and PHD, Dr. Wayne Dyer has assembled a of morning meditations series addressing the importance of this exact moment. Starting with a prolonged ‘Ah’ sound, Dyer says the following words to himself: “I know that I can connect my mind with the divine mind and guarantee myself peace in any moment.” By coming up with a morning mantra, you immediately increase your chances of creating a positive and fulfilled day.

#2 Immediate Hydration

After you’ve told yourself a positive affirmation, your immediate next step should be reaching for a bottle of water on your bedside. Do your best to drink the entire portion before addressing another task. The effect of water on your metabolism in the morning is monumental, waking up your digestive system before dehydrating it with your much needed coffee.

#3 Bathroom Breakdown

Create a morning routine in the bathroom of rinsing your face with luke warm water and a drop of soap. Even if you’re not inclined to utilize an expensive face wash, your skin craves water as do plants - constantly.

#4 Breakfast

For some of us, eating breakfast regularly can be a considerable challenge. But, while our bodies may not feel hungry, skipping the first meal of the day is a notable detriment for those interested in maintaining a healthy metabolism (i.e. hopefully, everyone). It doesn’t need to be a hefty helping of eggs and side sausage. In fact, eating a small piece of fruit, yogurt, small bowl of oatmeal or egg-white omelette is better for your body than bombarding it with heavy fats and carbohydrates such as those generally found in typical ‘American breakfasts.’ And for those of us on the run, easy-to-grab yogurts and bananas, leave no excuse.

#5 Vitamins

Vitamins are rarely considered as an essential staple of our daily routine, let alone in the hectic morning, but by simply swallowing a few tablets with your morning meal you motivate bodily health immediately. Try a double dose of Vitamin C for superb energy and Vitamin D (organically found in the feeling given to us by natural sunlight) for healthy blood levels. After a few weeks of consistently reminding yourself to power up with pill capsules in the morning, your body will chart an apparent difference in abundance of energy.

#6 Caffeine Overload

While the first few hours of a day seem to challenge our eyelids’ ability to remain open at the office desk, over-fueling on caffeine is one of the worst and most common mistakes made by working individuals. By artificially stimulating the senses at such a fast and intense rate, it communicates to our bodies a dependancy on the substance that you won’t be able to shake for the day’s remainder. Moreover, caffeine highs always result in devastating lows, causing you to crawl back to the coffee pot and repeat the sick cycle all over again.

#7 Screen Addiction

Though we are now accustomed to leaning over and instantly checking the interface of our iPhones, setting our eyes against a screen first thing in the morning molds our brain’s agility for the rest of the day. Upon waking and saying aloud an affirmation to yourself, look out the window, focus your eyes on the sky outside, stand outside for a minute and inhale the coming day. This way, when you are ready to reach for your smartphone, your prior personal peace will save you from even the most overwhelming situations.

#8 Exercise

Getting physical activity in the AM hours is one of the most inspiring and beneficial ways to begin a day. Not only does it activate your metabolism and motivate your body to effortlessly digest throughout the day, it also focuses you mentally. By overcoming the mental obstacle of forcing yourself into physical challenge, you prove to yourself your ability to conquer tasks your brain fears. More than that, the endorphins released as a result provide better positivity than any caffeine could manage.

#9 Deodorant

Whether or not you support the wearing of cologne, deodorant is an important pit spot (pun intended). Nothing’s worse than rushing to work, throwing yourself at your office desk and glancing down only to see a sweat ring releasing terrible fumes for onlookers in the surrounding area to suffer from. To be careful, it’s best to keep a stick tucked away in your desk drawer or glove compartment.

#10 BRUSH YOUR TEETH

Though it sounds terribly elementary to tell an adult about the importance of teeth brushing, a recent survey revealed that the total days on average an American spends brushing their teeth is 38.5. Moreover, 50% of people confessed that a smile is the first noticed facial feature, which should motivate you to keep yours from yellowing.

#11 Stretch Your Sleep Limbs

Stretching every morning can increase your overall flexibility by leaps and bounds. Simply stand up straight, inhale your arms up, bend over at the waist and gently reach for your toes. Though it may feel straining, do your best to breathe into the stretch rather than against it. You should feel a slight pull in your hamstrings, which can also be found by doing this stretch on the ground, legs stretched out long before you, while bending forward at the waist. To loosen hip and groin tightness sit with the soles of your feet together and gently push your knees toward the ground.

#12 Visualize

Along with morning meditation is a mental habit known as “visualization.” This entails calming your senses and stepping into an emotional reality of your projected desires, whether it’s snagging that promotion or climbing Yosemite. This act of experiencing, in all five senses, your ultimate goal, guides your body, mind and heart toward achieving this dream. Close your eyes, visualize your intended place, feel the surroundings, smell the air there, taste the delectable meal and memorize this feeling in your body. As a result, you are subconsciously constantly connected with your greater life goal and driving force.

#13 Write It Out

Writing a brief journal entry in the mornings is known to increase likelihood of daily organization and focus. Write out a simple note of all that you’re going to accomplish by day’s end, chronologically organized by importance. Instead of thinking of this as a to-do list, consider it a done deal. By writing it out, it is going to happen. You don’t need to obsessively check off tasks accomplish, but rather calmly look the list over at sundown and see how well you did. If there’s a few points left, don’t register a feeling of disappointment in yourself. Capitalize on all that you did accomplish and simply transfer these remaining items to tomorrow’s early morning entry.

Source: mademan.com

#546 - Best Rules for the BEST Best Man Speech

Best Rules for the BEST Best Man Speech

Avoid insulting the groom with these toasting tips.

by Matthew Libassi | FNC iMag

You hear the “tink tink tink” of the champagne glass which can only mean one thing… it’s time for the best man’s speech. You clear your throat, take your last sip of that not-strong-enough martini, grab the mic and panic ensues. Is your speech funny enough? Should you have left out that one college story? Did you forget to mention the bride? This is something Communications 101 could never prepare you for. So what do you do? How do you start? What do you say? Here are the top 5 tips to giving a killer speech without killing yourself.
1) Think Before You Write
Really remember your relationship with the groom. There’s a reason you’re the best man. Were you best friends since kindergarten? HS buddies or college roommates who always had each other’s backs? The point of the speech is to really delve deep into your past, while simultaneously looking forward to the future; focus on the good times had and the good times still to come. So really think about what he means to you… in that bro-mance sorta way.
2) Find That Special Memory
Pick out the one story or moment between you and the groom that stands out. Is it the first time you met at swim lessons in first grade? Or are your memories a bit more recent (however fuzzy). Maybe it was the frat party where you stumbled back at 4am or how about when you and your bro once pranked Mom so badly, you were grounded for a month? No matter what it is, find a unique memory that stands out and make this the meat of the speech.
3) ALWAYS Compliment The Bride
You may want to start with, “First off I’d like to say congratulations and Mary-Jane you look beautiful.” This helps break the first-word-jitters, and will let you slide into the rest of the speech. You should also make the groom feel special, and talk about the couple’s connection - compliment the strengths in their relationship. It’s their day for celebration. Quick note- if you really don’t know the bride too well, just focus on the groom and leave her to the maid-of-honor
4) Practice Makes PerfectREHEARSE! Whether you’re in the shower or walking around the house, repeat the speech until you can spit it out in five different languages. Write it down first and then memorize it! And keep it short. The speech really shouldn’t be more than three minutes, so at the wedding - no crib sheets!
5) Know What NEVER To SayThere are some definite DON’TS! For example, DON’T…
- Drink too much before your speech.
- Insult the bride or groom.
- Tell a dirty joke.
- Talk about ex-girlfriends or one-night stands.
- Curse or say how you really don’t think the couple is meant to be … tell some little white-
lies if you have to.
Any of these DON’TS will make you look tacky, careless, and disrespectful. It's easy to kill the mood in an instant, so keep it short, to the point, funny, sentimental or both. Speak from the heart, speak with truth, and toast with gusto. And if you need that extra boost, don’t forget, liquid confidence really does go a long way.

Excerpt from: fncimag.com

#545 - Don't Use It!

A credit card is a license to pretend!

Source: DaveRamsey.com Mary Quote

#544 - John Wooden Quote

"Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out."

-John Wooden
Former Coach, UCLA Basketball

#543 - Unknown Author Quote

"Meeting you was fate, becoming your friend was a choice, but falling in love with you was beyond my control."

-unknown author

#542 - Toughest

You won't always be the strongest or the fastest...but you can be the toughest.

excerpt from: 1001 rules for my unborn son

#541 - Don’t Be That Guy

Don’t Be That Guy: The Taxonomy of Lousy Male Friends

We all know “That Guy,” and we all have at least one in our group of friends.
He’s the one scalawag who is generally pleasant to hang out with except for one glaringly painful characteristic. Although there are different species of That Guy, some far more deplorable than others, they all have one thing in common: they often piss their friends off without knowing it.
Today, you’ll learn about the various forms of That Guy, how to react should you find one in your midst, and how to evolve in case you are That Guy.

The Poor Sport (Crybabial Sporticus)

Characteristics: The Poor Sport is dreadful to play against in any sporting event or competition. He complains incessantly about bad foul calls in pick-up basketball, a weekend golf match among friends causes a temporary loss of arithmetic skills, and he will never accept blame for a loss, no matter the occasion. The cards are unlucky in a bad poker loss, the controller is faulty in a video game defeat, and the racquet is the reason for a poor tennis performance. In his own mind, he can do no wrong.
How to deal with That Guy: To start, don’t let him get away with cheating. If you know he counted incorrectly in golf, kindly remind him about the six shots it took him to get out of the bunker. If you defeat him in any competition, brace yourself for a torrent of expletives and excuses, but don’t fan the flames. Although you might want to defend your stellar performance or yell at him for being a crybaby, everybody around you already knows the truth: your friend is a sore loser.
How to evolve if you are That Guy: Go ask a few people about their worst “bad beat” in poker. Exhausted of the complaining yet? This is what you sound like to your friends ALL THE TIME. First of all, stop cheating in golf – your life won’t change if you post a 79 or a 119, and your friends ARE keeping track of your score whether they admit it or not. Show a little sportsmanship and integrity. If you lose to your friends at Halo, pick-up basketball, tennis, scrabble, bocce, cards, whatever – take it like a man, and accept defeat. Everybody loses at some point and nobody wants to hear excuses. Get over it.

The Mooch (Dudicus Moochalum)

Characteristics: The Mooch never has any money, brings any food, or provides any shelter; he instead leeches off of those around him. Think Cosmo Kramer in real life. The cause is most likely an allergic reaction to ambition. The last beer in the case, the final ice cream bar in the freezer, and any leftovers in the fridge tend to disappear whenever he’s around. A Mooch’s wallet gets “accidentally” left at home quite frequently, and he is always a pain to track down for repayment of money borrowed.
How to deal with That Guy: The Mooch usually understands his unfortunate situation, but he’s often too lazy to do anything about it. If you’re feeling magnanimous, help him find a job; just be careful who you recommend him to because it’s your reputation that’s at stake. Now, until he finds employment, do what you can to keep him him in line: keep track of how much money you’ve loaned him and consider charging 10% interest each week until the debt is repaid. Don’t be afraid to call him out when he eats the last Oreo either, because that’s just not cool.
How to evolve if you are That Guy: Stop being lazy and get a job (and if you have a good job, quit mooching: the only thing worse than a poor mooch is a well-off cheapskate). Secondly, NEVER take the last one of something that isn’t yours unless you plan on replacing it. Try chipping in every once and awhile too – show up unexpectedly with a case of beer or volunteer to buy the first round of drinks. I don’t care if you have to rob somebody first, always repay your financial debts to friends within 24 hours, no exceptions. Now, if you already have a job and you’re still poor, find another way to contribute: are you a good cook? Do you have connections at a restaurant or movie theater? Do what you can to make up for your lack of funding – your friends will appreciate it.

Mr. Unreliable (Amigus Bail’Outicum)

I told the flake to pick me up at 7. Damnit!

Characteristics: It’s never known if Mr. Unreliable is actually going to show up, no matter how many promises have been made. He often signs up for an engagement before backing out at the last minute. “On time” to him usually means at least an hour late. Getting Mr. Unreliable to commit to something that requires an upfront financial deposit is like pulling teeth. Rather than saying no to an obligation, he’ll give a noncommittal answer that allows him to bail out at the last minute with a lame excuse via text message, thus avoiding confrontation.
How to deal with That Guy: Always expect Mr. Unreliable to not show up, and then be pleasantly surprised if he does! If you’re planning a trip with him, make sure to get some sort of financial commitment before putting up your own money – when he tries to back out this time, allow him to only do so if he can find a replacement. At that point, it’s no longer your responsibility. Not surprisingly, you should rely upon Mr. Unreliable as little as possible.
How to evolve if you are That Guy: Your friends don’t think you’ll show up to anything anymore, and eventually they’ll just stop calling. Change that perception by actually showing up to stuff consistently! What a novel idea, I know. Now, if you get invited to an event you don’t want to attend, be up front with your friends and tell them not to expect you. Lastly, start showing up on time. Arriving late consistently tells your friends that your time is more valuable than theirs. Show up at the right place at the right time.

The One-Upper (Betterum Than’Youicus)

Characteristics: Reeking of superiority and elitism, the One-Upper is a constant name-dropper of famous people and locations. During story time, the One-Upper must always ensure that he appears the strongest, best, had the toughest life growing up, drank the most beers, and/or met the coolest people. This is mostly due to a strong sense of insecurity, causing a need for constant affection and attention.
How to deal with That Guy: As tempting as it is to get into a pissing match with the One-Upper, the best course of action is to give him his small moment of glory, because he clearly needs it. As explained in Ben Franklin’s Virtuous Life Series “People may talk about that guy’s exciting story the next day, but they’ll remember how much of a gentleman you are years later.” Be thankful you don’t base your self-worth on how much attention you can get. Go about your business, do great work, and the results will speak for themselves.
How to evolve if you’re That Guy: Nobody really cares how many famous people you know, how much you can bench, or how much better you are at something than everybody else. Start by letting other people have the spotlight every once and a while; continually one-upping your friends is a surefire way to piss everybody off. Instead, pick your battles and share stories when appropriate – not to brag, not to show off, but just to share a great story.

The Fibber (Fullofum Crapolakis)

Characteristics: The Fibber can stretch the truth like a penny-pincher can stretch a dollar. Known to tell dull stories that suddenly become way more exciting (and ultimately completely unbelievable), The Fibber is also known for creating inane excuses when trying to weasel out of any scenario. The Fibber is closely related to Mr. Unreliable and the Poor Sport for similar “lack of truth” qualities.
How to deal with That Guy: Take everything The Fibber says with a grain of salt and don’t bother wasting your time trying to trap him in a lie: he’ll simply get defensive and start weaving another web of lies. Just be thankful that you’re not a liar and take solace in the fact that people can rely on your word. Now, if the lies start to become disruptive to the group, pull the person aside and have a serious conversation about the lies in private rather than calling him out in public.
How to evolve if you’re That Guy: You know you’re lying, your friends know you’re lying, and that hole you’re digging for yourself is only getting deeper. Instead of creating new tall tales and more complex lies to cover for the old ones, just freaking tell the truth and wait until you actually have a good story to tell! Your conscience will thank you and so will your buddies.

Other Lesser Known Species of That Guy

Other than the five prominent species of That Guy listed above, there are actually quite a few others who might be lesser known but are no less abysmal:
The Flip Flopper (Fencium Sitterus) – Having no opinion of his own, the Flip Flopper will alter his beliefs depending on who he’s talking to and who he’s trying to impress. He is generally classified as an invertebrate for lacking a backbone.
The Loud Mouth (Pieholus Gigantum) – This chump cannot keep his mouth shut, whether it’s keeping a secret, talking during a movie, or putting down another friend when he’s not around. The Loud Mouth generally should not be trusted with any important information unless it needs to be shouted from the rooftops.
The “Takes It Too Far” Guy (Over The’Lineicus) This poor soul lives life to the extreme a little too often. He’s generally the one that always gets WAY too drunk at parties, takes jokes too far after they’ve become unfunny, and gets offended over things that nobody else would ever take personally. Tact is pretty much non-existent.
“The Garbage Man” (In’lovum with Jesses’girlikus) – The Garbage Man has no problem attempting to date his friend’s ex-girlfriend, because he lacks the skills to move outside of the social circle and meet new people. The most despicable variation of this species will attempt to date his friend’s current girlfriend, which generally results in an ass-kicking.

excerpt from: The Art of Manliness guest post from Steve Kamb.

#540 - Walt Michaels Quote

"Everyone has some fear. A man who has no fear belongs in a mental institution. Or on special teams."

-Walt Michaels Former Coach, NY Jets

#539 - Don't Smoke Cigarettes

Don't smoke cigarettes.

-Love Dad

#538 - Opportunities

If you see an opportunity seize it.
But recognize that there may be limits to the extent to which you can exploit an opportunity, and you will be ineffective if you try to push beyond those limits.

excerpt from: Cigars, Whiskey & Winning Leadership Lessons from General Ulysses S. Grant

#537 - Exhausted

When your Wife is pregnant one day keep this in mind:

"Even being tired exhausts her."

excerpt from: In the Event of My Untimely Demise

#536 - Speaking

How you speak is often more important than what you say.

-Love Dad

#535 - How to Whistle

How to Whistle

Step 1 - Purse your lips into a tiny O shape, leaving a small opening for air.

Step 2 - Place the tip of your tongue behind your bottom teeth or against your inside bottom gums.

Step 3 - Gently expel air through your mouth.

Step 4 - Adjust your tongue position and the small O opening formed by your lips until you hear a note.

Step 5 - Once you can sound one note, experiment with your tongue position and the strength of your breath to produce different notes.

Step 6 - Practice!

excerpt from: ehow.com

#534 - Your Wallet

Don't spend so much on a wallet that you have nothing left to put in it.

excerpt from: DaveRamsey.com - Lewis Quote

#533 - Can I Ask for a Raise?

Can I Ask for a Raise?

The do's and don'ts of requesting a pay increase in uncertain times

By Robert Half International

If these questions don't lead to strong supporting evidence that can back up your request for a raise, the reality may be that now isn't the right time to broach the topic.
Negotiating a fair salary is always tricky, but it can be especially challenging in today's business climate. While some industries are expanding again, managers are still watching budgets with a close eye.
That said, companies are concerned about retaining top performers as the economy rebounds. In fact, 48 percent of hiring managers surveyed by Robert Half International said that offering raises will be their primary method of keeping their best employees when business conditions improve. This is good news, but in order to be a contender for a raise, you still need to build a strong case. Consider these do's and don'ts before approaching your boss:
Do determine your worth. Good work is probably not enough to earn a hike in pay; you need to clearly show your value to your company. Ask yourself the following questions:

• Have your projects helped generate business or build visibility for your firm?


• Have you developed more efficient processes and procedures?


• Have you taken on new duties or responsibilities?

Don't aim too high. While you want to be paid a salary that's commensurate with your skills, experience and contributions to the company, asking to be paid significantly more than the going rate in your market can leave a bad impression. That's why it's vital to know as much as possible about the employment environment and salaries for those with your specific skills and expertise in your area.
Gather as much information as you can from various sources, including the Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics and online salary calculators, like those offered by Robert Half. It's also a good idea to talk to recruiters and members of your professional network who know about local compensation trends.
Do time it right. The best time to ask for a raise is not necessarily when you need the money; it's when you're most likely to get your request approved. Evaluate your firm's financial position. If your company has undergone recent budget cuts or layoffs, it may not be the best time to ask for a raise.
Ideally, you want to make the request when your halo is shining -- after you've just had a major success, such as the completion of a project that was instrumental to your employer. You also want to time the discussion so it coincides with a positive time for your company -- after a successful campaign rollout, for example. Finally, don't catch your manager off guard; schedule an appointment for a typically quiet time that is free of distractions, and let your manager know that you'd like to talk about your compensation.
Don't fixate on numbers. While it's important to have a particular figure in mind -- say, a 5 percent increase -- when entering a salary negotiation, you also want to be open to alternative rewards. Your manager may not be able to increase your pay but could offer perks such as extra vacation or a more flexible work schedule. Enter the meeting with a willingness to listen and consider other options.
Do seek answers. If your boss tells you flatly that he or she doesn't think you deserve more money, find out why. Your manager may simply think your compensation is in line with your current role. Or you might need to assume a new job level or take on additional responsibilities in order to earn a raise. In these types of situations, you should talk with your supervisor about how you can meet the necessary requirements -- you may need additional training or experience before moving up, for instance.
Don't spoil your future chances. Above all, avoid letting the conversation become emotional or heated. If you're upset by the outcome, ask for a break and say something like, "This wasn't the reaction I had anticipated. I'd like to take some time to think things over before we continue." In any negotiation, it's better to avoid quick decisions and instead spend time considering your options. You may be able to come up with new ideas that are mutually agreeable. Remember, your reputation is on the line, and it's worth more than a bump in pay.
Asking for a raise is never easy, but having a thorough understanding of your market value, detailing your contributions to the organization and choosing the best time to approach your manager will make the conversation easier -- and increase your chances of earning that coveted raise, even now.

excerpt from: msn.careerbuilder.com

#532 - 13 Tips for Enjoying Poker

13 Tips for Enjoying Poker

After years in poker, both as a writer and mildly successful player, I finally ponied up the $1,500 buy-in for event #16 at the 2010 World Series of Poker, a six-handed no-limit Hold ‘em tournament. It was my first real shot at poker glory – I lasted all of an hour and a half when I turned a set of eights and my opponent rivered a straight. After busting, I walked around the Rio for an hour feeling like I’d taken a baseball bat to the chest. It wasn’t the money – though that was a bummer too – it was was the end of the dream that I would someday hit the big time as a poker pro. Despite the loss, I still enjoy the game. In fact, I prefer to do just that; enjoy the game. I put together a reminder sheet for myself –
13 back-to-basics beginner’s tips to help put the fun back in poker:
1. Don’t expect to lose, but plan to. Poker is an imperfect game, and no matter how well you play there’s no guarantee you’ll come out ahead. Sure, over time skill will prevail, but to put the odds in your favor would require such a large sample size of hands that you’d have to be an insomniac. If you go to a poker game with $200, plan to lose it all, consider it the cost of an evening on the town. If you win, great; if you lose, no big deal.
2. Smile at the table, tell a joke, chat with other players, enjoy yourself. Don’t waste your days off of work turning poker into another job. There’s no reason to stare down other players or to gripe about someone else’s bad play. Of course, if you’re playing with close friends, heckle at will, but don’t belittle lesser players just because you can.
3. Listen to bad beat stories, but never tell one; nobody is listening anyway. Poker players are selfish in nature, they have to be. No matter how brutal your story is, other players are just waiting to one up you. Change the subject or be an observer.

Bonus tip: Don’t draw your gun during a game. Unless of course a man cheats. Then you can shoot him.

4. Know the rules and know when it’s your turn to act. There’s nothing worse than a player who slows down the game by not knowing when the action is on them. If you don’t want the other players to hate you, pay attention. It will keep the game moving and other players will appreciate the courtesy. That said, be flexible. Sometimes amateur players make amateur mistakes, especially in home games. For help getting started there are a lot of how-to poker books on the market; one that I would recommend is Phil Hellmuth’s Play Poker Like the Pros.

5. Win graciously, buy a round after the game. A broke loser always appreciates a free beer.

6. Lose graciously, buy a round anyway. If you can’t afford to buy a round after the game, you had too much money on the table to begin with.

7. Learn games other than Hold ‘em. You don’t need to be a HORSE expert, but learn how to play Omaha and Stud, and learn one fun variation for dealer’s choice for home games. I personally like Pineapple, a sort of hybrid of Omaha and Hold ‘em where players are dealt three hole cards, only two of which play with the cards on the board, so your hand will change over the course of the action.

8. Chat up the dealer and be sure to tip. 99% of the time the dealer is the most interesting person at the table. Dealers catch a lot of grief – rarely get credit – and they’ll appreciate a friendly conversation. Heck, you might learn something. If they don’t appreciate the conversation, they’ll appreciate the money and pretend to enjoy the conversation; it’s their job.

9. Invite the ladies. Boys nights are for, well, boys. Women are just as good at poker, and a night of cards, cigars, and bourbon will make for a unique date. Added bonus: If you go bust, at least you’ll have attractive woman to talk to on the rail.

10. Don’t wear sunglasses or attempt other wardrobe gimmicks. Trust me, the table sees right through you.

11. Take it like a man. If you lose, or if you catch a bad beat, recognize that poker is full of life lessons. Shrug it off, learn something. A bad night at the poker table is nothing more than a handful of lemons…

Bonus tip: Never invite squirrels to your game. They’ll eat all your peanuts. But dogs live up to their billing.

12. Get comfortable handling chips. Like the old basketball coach’s method of making players dribble a ball wherever they go, bring chips to work, to dinner, anywhere. It’s one less thing you’ll have to think about at the table. Try learning at least one trick too. There are plenty of good how-to videos on YouTube for chip shuffling, flipping, and twirling.

13. Drop the hammer, always drop the hammer. There’s no better feeling in poker than taking down a pot with 7-2, the worst starting hand in no-limit Hold ‘em. If you lose, which is likely, at least you’ve announced to the world that you came to party.

See you on the tables.

excerpt from: The Art of Manliness - guest post from Tim Chilcote.

#531 - Risk Taking

"Avoid taking foolish risks with drugs + alcohol + automobiles."

excerpt from: In The Event of My Untimely Demise

#530 - Faith is...

Faith is...The conviction of realities I can not see or feel.

excerpt from: Faith is...

#529 - Plant a Tree.

Plant a Tree.

-Love Dad

#528 - Satchel Paige Quote

"Ain't no man can avoid being born average, but there ain't no man got to be common."

-"Satchel" Paige Former Pitcher, St. Louis Browns

#527 - Your Worst Day

When you think you are having your worst day ever remember this - many people would love for this to be their worst day.

-Love Dad

#526 - Self pity

Self pity imprisons us in the walls of self-absorption.

-Love Dad

#525 - George Steinbrenner Quote

"Winning is the most important thing in my life, after breathing. Breathing first, winning next."

-George Steinbrenner

Former Owner, NY Yankees

#524 - Ronald Reagan Quote

"Above all, we must realize that no arsenal, or no weapon in the arsenals of the world, is so formidable as the will and moral courage of fee men and women. It is a weapon our adversaries in today's world do not have."

-Ronald Reagan Former President

#523 - Compliment Her

Compliment your lady in front of others next time. It has way more impact than just complimenting her in private.

excerpt from: the art of manliness.com

#522 - John Wooden Quote

"Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are."

-John Wooden
Former Caoch, UCLA Bruins

#521 - 5 Things To Consider When Buying A Grill

5 Things To Consider When Buying A Grill

Narrow down your grill selection with these five features to consider.

In the market for a new gas grill? These days, walking into the grill section of your local hardware store is like walking into a car dealership. With so many models, brands and features to choose from, it's hard to know where to begin. So whether you want to cook a simple steak or an elaborate seared tuna, there is a grill out there for you. We went to Home Depot's grilling expert, Ken D'Anastasio, who gave us five points to consider when grill shopping.

1. Price: Grills range from $149 to $1500, so it really depends on your budget. If you're buying a gas grill, keep in mind the propane tank is rarely included anymore, so you'll need to add on approximately $20 to the price.

2. Size: What food do you like to grill and how many people do you generally cook for? If you entertain often and cook 25 burgers at a time, you'll need a larger surface area than if you use the grill to cook occasionally for yourself. Additionally, consider the amount of space you have at home for the grill.

3. Material: Grills come in an array of materials: Most are cast aluminum, stainless or cast-iron. While stainless steel is the most expensive, cast-aluminum does not rust, so this may be a better option if you live in a high-moisture area.
For those who want stainless steel, keep in mind there are different grades:
- 203 Stainless Steel – Highest quality, you'll find this in Viking grills
- 304 Stainless Steel – Grade used in most Weber grills
- 430 and above – somewhat questionable

4. Grates: Under extreme heat, the material of many grates can chip off onto your food, so it's important to make sure the grates are durable. Heavy, cast iron grates are best because they hold a lot of heat and distribute it evenly. Plain iron grates require more maintenance than coated grates, so D'Anasastio suggests matte finished porcelain-coated grates, which he says won't chip and don't get as grimy.

5. Features: Many grills these days come loaded with all kinds of fancy features. These include:
- Side Burners: Allows you to cook complementary dishes
- Sear Burners: For those who like rotisserie cooking
- Smokers
- Infrared Technology: Employs convection cooking, using less gas and keeping the meat juicier
- Baffle System: Prevents food from falling onto the burners, helping to keep your grill clean

"Over 80 percent of customers will buy grills with all the extras, and never use them," D'Anastasio warns. He suggests considering what you'll use your grill for before you make the purchase to avoid spending more money than necessary.

excerpt from: fncimag.com

#520 - How to Prepare for a Big Date

How to Prepare for a Big Date

Knowing how to prepare for a big date can make things go smoother. The temptation is generally to do too much, spend too much time thinking everything through, and generally psyche yourself out. Luckily, there are a few simple steps that can help you stay calm and be sure everything goes smoothly.

1. Be on time. The general rule is don’t show up late, but if you're picking your date up, you don’t be early either. Showing up at her home ten minutes early can be inconsiderate. Chances are she’ll still be getting ready and will have to worry about what to do with you until she’s ready to leave. Not a good way to start. Need to stall a little? Clean out the front seat of your car.
2. Groom. Even if you're usually a pretty clean guy, now is the time to take the extra shower, spend some extra time shaving, and use the cologne. The way to a man’s heart may be through his stomach, but the way to a woman’s is often through her nose.
3. Skim the news. Taking a quick look at some of the top articles in online newspapers and magazines can help give you a back-up supply of conversation starters in case things stall. Stick with interesting things you read in the style, health, science, and entertainment sections. You don't want to use this time to debate about foreign policy.
4. Keep calm. Preparing for a big date only makes it stressful for you both. Don't feel as though you have to plan every detail or stress about things going well. Think of it as just a chance to spend time with each other, keep plans simple, and don’t stress if things don’t go perfectly. If you're relaxed, being yourself, and having a good time, chances are she'll feel the same way.

By: Caroline Sadowska

Break Studios Contributing Writer


excerpt from: mademan.com

#519 - Balding Gracefully: Tips and Hairstyles for Balding Men

Balding Gracefully: Tips and Hairstyles for Balding Men

You’re noticing more hair in your sink and in your shower. But for awhile you ignore it. Then one day you’re staring at your ugly mug in the mirror, and there’s simply no denying it anymore. You’re starting to go bald.
No one’s ever referred to men’s hair as our “crowning glory” but hair loss can still be a big psychological blow to men. For many men, it’s likely the first sign they’re getting old. Baldness is a subtle reminder that one’s youthful glory days are slowly slipping away. And it can make a man feel less confident and attractive.
Feeling blindsided by their traitorous scalp and missing their old hair, some men can get stuck in different stages of the grieving process, unable to move on to acceptance. They start wearing a ball cap or a beanie wherever they go. And they stubbornly stick with the hairstyle they rocked when they were 20, even though it’s now making their thinning hair look even worse than it has to. They don’t know how to go bald gracefully.
Because hair loss is something that affects over 40 million men in the U.S. and hundreds of million more worldwide, I thought it would be good to offer the follicley-challenged out there some help on how to deal with baldness like a man. For advice, I talked to master barber Tony England from Red's Classic Barbershop Co. in Nashville, TN. Tony has seen plenty of men with hair loss come through his shop, and he himself is a distinguished balding man, so he knows what you’re going through. Here are his tips on balding gracefully.
Find Out the Cause
When a client comes in who’s noticed he’s starting to go bald, Tony tries to find out what’s causing the customer’s hair loss. “In many cases, hair loss isn’t caused by heredity, and steps can be taken to stop hair loss,” Tony explains. He’ll ask his client if they’ve been under a lot of stress lately. If so, he recommends that they get a massage and chill the heck out. Stress can be a big time cause for hair loss in men.
If his client is calmer than the Dali Lama, then Tony asks if they’re taking any medicines, as some medications come with the unfortunate side effect of hair loss. Once they stop taking the medication, the hair comes back. Of course, stopping or switching medication just so you don’t go bald might not be an option for most men. Check with your doctor if you are experiencing hair loss to see if a) the medication might be causing your balding and 2) if there’s an alternative you can take that doesn’t thin your hair.
Another possible cause of balding is calcium deposits on your scalp. “Calcium deposits shut the pores on your head which prevents hair from coming through the scalp,” says Tony. To clear up these calcium deposits, Tony suggests shampooing your head with hot vinegar, wrapping a hot towel around your head, and letting it sit for a few minutes. Shampoo normally right afterward, unless you want to smell like you stuck your head in the pickled egg jar at your local bar.
If you’re not stressed, taking medications, or have calcium deposits, you’re probably like millions of other men who have inherited their receding hairline from the men in their family. There’s a lot of old wives tales out there about which side of the family passes on the genes for baldness. You’ve likely heard someone say that if your mother’s father or grandfather was bald, then you’re destined to be bald as well.
But if you thought you were free and clear from inheriting your father’s bald head because your mom’s dad has a thick lush mane at 95, I’m sorry to break it to you, you’re not. Some recent studies have identified a gene that shows men are more at risk for hair loss if their father is bald. But you can also inherit this gene from your mom’s side of the family. So basically if you have any bald eagles roosting on your family tree, there’s a chance you’ll go bald, too.

Fighting Nature’s Course

So genetics has dealt you the bald card. What do you do? Well, if going bald really bothers you, you can always try to fight Mother Nature using a few techniques.

• Rogaine. Rogaine is a topical medication you put on your head that promotes hair growth and keeps the hair you do have left from falling out. You can buy it over the counter at most drug stores. The biggest drawback is that once you stop using Rogaine on a regular basis, your hair loss will resume once more. Thus, you’re pretty much signing over your scalp to Bossman Rogaine for the duration of your natural life. Rogaine isn’t cheap, either. That means you’ll have to invest a small fortune just so you can keep your hair. “You have to ask yourself if the daily regimen and expense is worth it,” Tony advises.
• Hair transplants. Another option is Hair Club for Men. You probably remember the old commercials where the guy proclaims, “I’m not only the Hair Club president, I’m also a client,” followed by a parade of before-and-after pictures of bald men who magically grew their hair back. The “magic” behind Hair Club for Men is hair transplants. A doctor will relocate bald resistant hair follicles from the back of your head to the balding areas on the top of your head. Because the hair follicles on the back of your head are resistant to hair loss, in theory you’ll never have to worry about balding again. But be careful with transplants. They’ve come a long way from the hideous and conspicuous hair plugs of the 80s. But even now, if they’re done poorly, your results will look unnatural. Moreover, hair transplants are expensive. Really expensive. You’re charged by the graft. Many hair transplant procedures require 600-1,000 grafts. A conservative cost per graph is $6. So do the math, and you’re looking at about $6,000 for the procedures. That’s quite a rich head of hair.
• Toupee. Toupee wearing men have been the butt of many a joke. With good reason. Most wigs are poorly crafted and poorly fitted. Result? You look like Uncle Louis from Christmas Vacation. But, according to Tony, a toupee can actually look completely natural if you spend enough money to get the best of the best. “You’d be surprised how many male celebrities wear wigs.” Tony notes.

Accepting and Embracing Your Baldness

Tony thinks, and I definitely agree, that the best option is for a man to accept the fact that he’s balding and simply embrace it. It’s cheaper and involves less work than the above options. No need for snake oil cures and tearing up pieces of your scalp like layers of turf. When you start noticing your hairline recede, just remember that millions of men go bald and still have successful careers, attract the ladies (many women actually prefer bald men), and generally have kick ass lives. Your worth as a man isn’t tied up with how much hair you have on your head. If you don’t make a big deal out of your hair, no one else will either.

Hairstyles for Balding Men

You’ve decided to accept your hair loss and revel in it. Congratulations. You’ve got moxie, my friend. But how should you style your hair now that you have less of it? Here’s what our friend Tony the Barber suggests.
The General Rule. Keep your hair short. According to Tony, short hair minimizes the appearance of balding and also gives your hair some lift which makes it look like you have more hair. Some guys don’t believe this and try to hold onto to their old styles. But if you’ve ever seen a guy with a big curly fro and a bald spot at his crown, you’ve seen how longer hair simply makes bald spots more conspicuous. So go short.
With this general rule, you can rock several hairstyles with confidence.

Clean shaven. The completely bald look is a great option for men who have very large bald spots that cover a good portion of their heads. The clean shaven look has a host of benefits. For starters, you free yourself from the tyranny of ever having to style your hair again. And you can wash your chrome dome with the same bar of soap you use on your body. On top of that, shaving your head definitely makes a statement. It shows the world you’ve accepted your hair loss and decided, “The hell with it! I am who I am.” Finally, a clean shaven head can become your signature look, one that makes you unforgettable to the people you meet. Everyone remembers the guy with the completely bald head: Seth Godin . Jesse Ventura. Patrick Stewart. Mr. Clean. You get the idea.

Buzz cut. If the clean shaven look is too severe or you don’t feel like you’re someone who could pull it off, but you still want something simple and sleek, the buzz cut is a great option. The buzz cut is an especially good way to go if your hair is starting to thin on your crown or near your hairline. The buzz cut gives you a clean, yet edgy look that will make the ladies swoon and will prevent some dude from pulling your hair when you attend your next Fight Club meeting.

Short Caesar Cut. Inspired by Roman Emperor Julius Caesar and made famous by George Clooney, the Caesar cut is a stylish way to conceal a receding hairline and a thinning top. The bangs are cut with a horizontal fringe and styled forward.

Shaggy layers. If you’re just starting to thin, but aren’t ready to go super short, compromise with some light, shaggy layers. Ask your barber to cut the top of your hair in uneven layers. When you’re styling it, just kind of of tussle your hair around. It will give you a sort of endearing disheveled look that hides your thinning hair.

The Roger Sterling. Want to get that dapper "Mad Men" look ? Try the hairstyle of Roger Sterling. It’s a great do’ for men who have a receding hairline, but still have some hair on top. Get it cut short on the top, but leave it long enough so that you can comb a part on the side of your head. Sides are tight. Make sure the barber tapers the sides so they blend in nicely with the top.

The Power Donut. Instead of keeping your remaining hair close to your head, you can just say, “screw it,” and let it grow out au naturel. GQ calls this ring of hair the "Power Donut” What’s nice about the Power Donut is that it doesn’t require much work except for an occasional trim so you avoid growing a skullet. Sean Connery, Gerald Ford, and Larry David are examples of men who rock the Power Donut. There’s something admirable about a man who doesn’t worry about adjusting his hairstyle just because he’s balding and hasn’t jumped on the buzz cut bandwagon. He just keeps doing the same hair routine he’s been doing his entire life, except he doesn’t have to spend as much time on top. Just let nature run its course and spend time worrying about other stuff.

Grow facial hair. A lot of celebrities with thinning hair rock some sort of facial hair. The facial hair directs attention from your balding head to your face. Mustaches and goatees work best. However, if you’re Kimbo Slice, then a full, “I’m going to eat you liver” beard is in order.

Never under any circumstances should you attempt the comb-over. No matter what style you go with, never, ever use a comb-over. Oh, and for the love of Pete, do not fall under the delusion that having a ponytail in the back will compensate for baldness on top. Hair math just doesn’t work that way.
If you’re not sure which way to go, just ask your barber for some advice the next time you’re in for a haircut. There’s no need to be embarrassed to talk to him about it. Think of your barber like your doctor, he’s seen this stuff a thousand times before.
Many thanks to Tony at Red's Classic Barbershop for his help with this post. If you’re in the Nashville area, check them out. Red’s is a classic, manly establishment where you can get great haircuts, shoeshines, and good old fashioned hot lather shaves.

excerpt from: The Art of Manliness

#518 - Supporting Roles

Its natural for you to always want to be where the action is, but if you are assigned a supporting role, carry it out to the best of your ability. Butting in and drawing attention to yourself will not only keep you from doing your job, it will divert others from doing theirs.

excerpt from: Cigars, Whiskey, and Winning Leadership Lessons from General Ulysses S. Grant

#517 - How to Juggle Three Balls

How to Juggle Three Balls

An ancient performance art, juggling dates back four thousand years, with the first recorded evidence of juggling depicted by Egyptian tomb hieroglyphics. Always a pleasure to watch, juggling often appears so easy. Yet, as a beginner, it's all falling balls and less juggling. Nevertheless, with a little direction, and a lot of practice, you could be a great three ball juggler - just follow the steps outlined here to get started in the cascade method.

Find ideal balls. A good choice is to find balls that are not too light and not too big (or too small like marbles). If you are just starting to juggle, it is best to use small balls filled with sand. They should fit snugly in the palm of your hand.

• Try using beanbags or purpose-made juggling balls while first learning to juggle. They don't bounce or roll away when dropped, so you spend your time and energy juggling, not chasing dropped balls.
• You can make your own practice juggling balls from tennis balls or balloons.

Find a suitable place to stand. When learning to juggle, you will drop the balls and it's best that you're not anywhere near fragile objects and that you have plenty of space around you. Outdoors is ideal.

• Stand comfortably with your feet about shoulder width apart.

Start with one ball. Throw one ball from one hand to the other hand at head height, in an arc. Get used to the feel and weight of the ball. Notice that the pattern is an arc, and not a circle as you may have thought.

• A common mistake made by beginners is to throw the ball high into the air. It's important to ensure that the ball doesn't go any higher than head or eye height. Do not throw too low either, since that will force you to juggle fast, and fast isn't necessary for three balls.
• As you get better at throwing the single ball, start trying to move your arms in a gentle circular movement. This is much closer to the final movement that you will use when juggling all three balls. You are not trying to throw in a circle though, just moving your hands this way.

Move on to two balls. Put a ball in each hand.

• Throw the first ball to your left hand at head height.
• Before ball 1 reaches the left hand, release ball 2 towards your right hand and catch. Keep your hand movements open (meaning, don't close your hands over the ball after catching).

The best time to throw the second ball is when the first reaches its maximum height.

• Keep practicing this movement. Once you get this right, the remaining steps will be much easier.

Move on to three balls. Place two balls in your right hand and the other ball in your left. (If you are left-handed, change the instructions around to fit.) Only proceed with this step when you feel confident with juggling two balls.

Start with the right hand and throw ball 1 (blue) towards the left hand. Remember that the ball in the air should be at head height.

When ball 1 (blue) is about to arrive in the left hand, release ball 2 (red) from the left hand towards the right hand.

When ball 2 (red) is about to arrive in your right hand, release ball 3 (green) on its arc back to your left hand. Catch both balls.

• You might find this move to be difficult - keep trying.
• It is often helpful to roll the ball in your right hand to the front of your hand with a slight downward motion of the hand before you throw it. The outgoing ball travels just to the inside of the arc of incoming ball. You are exchanging the one in your hand for the one in the air.

Repeat the three ball juggling steps as necessary. Keep practicing until you get used to the movement, then stop catching and holding the balls at the end. Don't worry about walking forward; this is normal for beginners. With practice, you will be able to perform the 3 ball juggle with your feet planted firmly in the same spot.

• Continue juggling as long as you can.
• Increase the speed with practice. Try to make the balls look as though they are in continual motion.
• Be aware that what makes the three ball juggle easier is that there is never more than one ball in the hand at any one time.
• Keep practicing. Juggling only improves with practice and the more you try, the less and less you will drop the balls, and the faster you will become.

excerpt from: wikihow.com

#516 - 13 Things a Man Should Keep in His Car

13 Things a Man Should Keep in His Car

1. Fully charged cell phone. Cell phones have significantly cut down on your chances of being stranded on the side of the road, but don’t count on it as your only line of defense. I’ve been in plenty of rural areas where my cell phone was only worthwhile for playing pong. In addition to you main phone, have a backup one that you can use to call 911. Any old cell phone will do, even if it’s not activated. Cellular carriers are required by law to complete 911 calls from any cell phone. Just throw that old Nokia cell phone from 1999 into your glove compartment and keep it there.
2. Jumper cables. You walk out to your car after a long day of work, stick the key into the ignition, give it a turn, and…. click, click. Crap! You’re going to be late to your kid’s football game! You then look up and notice you left the dome light on all day. It happens to the best of us. Car batteries die, so be ready with a set of jumper cables. And even if you never suffer a dead battery, it’s always good to have a set of jumper cables so you can help a damsel (or dude) in distress who needs their car jumped.
3. Flashlight. Good for providing light at nighttime when 1) putting on a spare tire, 2) jump starting another car, or 3) exchanging insurance information with the clueless driver that rear ended you at a stop light. Get a Maglite and you can also thump would-be car jackers in the head with it.
4. Roadside flares/reflective triangle. When pulled over on the side of the road, you’re basically a sitting duck, hoping that other drivers don’t turn the situation into a clip for one of those extreme video shows. It’s especially dangerous to be hanging out on the side of the road at night. Ensure that you and those around you are visible when you pull over to the side of the road by using road flares or at least a reflective triangle. The old school flaming flares seem to be harder to find these days as people switch to LED “flares.”
5. MREs. You never know when you’ll be stranded for long periods of times in your car. If you’ve ever driven out West, you’ll know that it can be hundreds of miles until the closest source of help. Unless you’ve built up a tolerance for extended periods of fasting, keep some MREs or granola/power bars in the back of your car to munch on while you wait for the tow truck to come.
6. Warm blankets. Tom can tell you firsthand why warm blankets are a must. It got pretty dang cold in his Caprice that night. But blankets have uses that go beyond emergency situations. It’s always good to have a blanket in the car for snuggling with your gal while you cheer for your team on a cold fall night or for laying it on the ground for a picnic.
7. Ice scraper. Don’t be the chump that’s out there scrapping their windshield with a credit card at 5AM in the morning. A good ice scraper will set you back just a few bucks, and it will make clearing your windshield much easier and much faster.
8. First aid kit. Whether you’re cleaning up a head wound filled with glass shards or fixing a boo boo on your two year old, it’s good to have a first aid kit. You can always buy one, but putting together your own in an Altoids tin is more fun.
9. Water bottles. For when you’re stranded in Death Valley in the middle of the hottest heat wave on record… or for any other time your car decides to break down on you. Or, for after you’ve left a concert and you’re so dang parched!
10. Tow strap. I don’t know how many times my dad saved my butt with this thing back in high school. Towards the end of my blue ‘92 Chevy Cavalier’s (aka, “The Smurf”) life, it would just stop running and no amount of cable jumping would help get it started. For moments like these, my dad busted out the tow strap. You just attach one end of the tow strap to the front of the car that you want to pull and the other to the hitch on the back of your car. The stranded driver stays in the dead car, puts it in neutral, and steers and brakes while it gets towed to its destination.
11. Folding shovel. There are a couple of instances where a folding shovel might come in handy. The first is when you get stuck in the snow or ice. You can use the shovel to dig some snow out and place some dirt under the tire to get more traction. The second situation is when a car tire gets stuck in a hole or something. You can use the shovel to dig about and create some ramps to help get your car unstuck. Also, it can be used as an improvised weapon, Green Beret-style.
12. LifeHammer. When you’re trying to escape from a sinking car, this little piece of plastic and metal can be the difference between life and death. Use it to break your window, cut your seatbelt and make your escape.
13. Portable air compressor. My dad feels like this was the best purchase he made for the car. When your tire is leaking but hasn’t totally blown out, instead of putting on a spare, you can use a portable air compressor to get back on the road. The compressor fills your tire up enough to allow you to drive to a repair shop to get it fixed. It plugs right into your cigarette lighter. Bonus use: no more paying 75 cents to fill up your tires at stingy gas stations.
There are kits you can buy that have a lot of this stuff in them, but I personally think it’s satisfying to assemble your own cache of supplies. And you can put together a better choice of things.

excerpt from: the art of manliness

#515 - As a Gentleman Would Say

When a gentleman encounters an acquaintance who greets him with: "Hi. How are you?"...

He does not say:

"Actually, I'm having a lousy day. My car's in the shop, and I had to take the dog to the vet. What's worse I'm behind on my house payment and my girlfriend left me."

or


"What's it to you?"


But he does say:


"Fine How about you?"

In casual discourse, there are few questions that do not require an answer. This is one of them. Even on his worst days, a gentleman does not stop traffic on the sidewalk so that he can share his woes with an acquaintance who merely intended to say something a little more expansive than a simple "Hello."

excerpt from: As a Gentleman Would Say

#514 - Parking Lots

When you are walking in a parking lot and someone is backing out their car, wait. Let them back out and get on their way. Don't just keep walking like they should see you. You never know if they aren't paying attention, or if you are in their blind spot and you really don't want to wake up in an emergency room.

-Love Dad

#513 - Bob Feller Quote

"Every day is a new opportunity you can build on yesterday's success or put its failures behind and start over again. That's the way life is. With a new game every day."

-Bob Feller
Former Pitcher, Cleveland Indians

#512 - When I Grow Up

One time I smarted off to my dad saying, "When I grow up and start working, I'll buy whatever I want." His response: "You won't want as much then." He's proven correct.

excerpt from: DaveRamsey.com Violet Quote

#511 - Profanity

There really is no excuse for having a foul mouth. Even if you only occasionally resort to profanity, you still will almost certainly make some of the men and women around you uncomfortable. This in turn will cost you their respect and reduce your effectiveness. If you curse for effect, stop it; it's counter productive.

excerpt from: Cigars, Whiskey & Winning Leadership Lessons from Ulysses S. Grant