December 15, 2025

Every day, there are 1,440 minutes, which means we have 1,440 opportunities to make a positive difference.

This idea can be either terrifying or awe-inspiring: your words, attitude, and actions influence the people around you. How you react to situations affects their lives in significant ways. They take note of how you handle life's challenges.

Consider the "negative" people you know. They didn't develop that mindset in isolation; they learned it from somewhere. Yes, someone is always observing.

You have more influence than you realize and more responsibility than you might comprehend. Your responses and reactions can set off a chain of events that will only be revealed over time. You have the power to impact those around you throughout your life, and I encourage you to intentionally own the ripple effect of you!

Jack Canfield puts it this way: E(vent) + R(esponse) = O(utcome)

What we can control is our response. Terrifying or awe-inspiring? The choice is yours! And remember this important life lesson: How you do anything is how you do everything!

Intentionally Own It! What growth does this message inspire me to embrace, and why does it matter? When I embrace it, who am I becoming, and what value does this add to my life and to others?