Meaningful Mondays - Arrows Out

URGENT! Don't Miss the Message I Almost Didn't Get

“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”
— Martin Luther King Jr.

In the context of agency, this reminds us of the responsibility we carry to act with courage, to speak and do good in the face of challenges, and to show untiring love.

“We are not isolated beings. The power of one choice can ripple outward, touching countless lives.”
— Viktor Frankl

“Your beliefs don’t make you a better person; your behavior does.”
— Lee Brower

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How much honey does a bee make in it's lifetime?

“The bee is more honored than other animals, not because she labors, but because she labors for others.”
– St. John Chrysostom

“No creature, not even bees, was made by God as unselfish as a human, yet bees teach us about giving more than we receive.”
- Unknown

“Like bees pollinating flowers, our small acts of kindness can spread life, gratitude, and growth.”
- Lee Brower

DIScipline over DIStraction, a DIStilled Message

“Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.”
— Abraham Lincoln

“Discipline is the riverbank that channels our focus and energy, allowing us to flow toward Enduring Impact. Without it, distractions flood our path and dilute our purpose.”
— Lee Brower

“We must all suffer one of two things: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret.”
— Jim Rohn

“True freedom is impossible without a mind made free by discipline.”
— Mortimer J. Adler

Can I tell you about John and Joseph?

The next generation is willing to learn and eager to make a positive impact.

What is one thing you can do this week to be more interestED rather than interestING - especially with younger people?

"The future is bright because those who are interested in others, instead of just themselves, are the ones who create the lasting change."

“Being curious is better than being interesting. When you are interested, people feel it—and they’ll remember you for it.”

Do you have a Brown M&M's clause?

"What we do repeatedly defines who we are. Small actions, taken consistently, create great impact."
 - Lee Brower

Every Day in every Way - Embrace this one practice and it will be the gift that keeps on giving.

Life isn't just about recognition of whether we win or lose in the traditional sense. It's about how much we learn from our experiences that we can use.
If we aren't learning, our experiences are empty.

"Turn your wounds in wisdom."
- Oprah Winfrey

"Always make your learning greater than your experience."
- Dan Sullivan

"Every experience God gives us, every person He puts in our lives, is the perfect preparation for the future that only He can see."
- Corrie ten Boom

The Deepest Principle in Human Nature

We're building the kind of Enduring Wealth™ that strengthens relationships, deepens trust, and makes people feel seen. That’s the kind of wealth that lasts far beyond likes on social media.

"The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation for goodness."
- Dalai Lama

"We often overlook the immense power of a small Arrows Out™ gesture—a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, or a heartfelt compliment. These simple acts of care and gratitude can potentially transform lives."

The Difference Maker? ONE INCH!

Having a vision is not enough!

"Vision without motion is perpetual frustration. The first lift of the anchor may not set you free, but it sets you in motion. And once you’re in motion, the horizon is yours.”

Turn the Spoon! A common utensil every leader can use to improve how we view the world.

In today's environment, where negative news often dominates, it’s important to remind ourselves that while we can’t always control what happens in the world, we can control how we choose to see it. As a leader, here's a way to inspire yourself and others to take control and "turn the spoon around".

When you feel overwhelmed by negative news, pause and "turn the spoon around." Find one thing, however small, that you can be grateful for or take positive action on. Note how this shift affects your mindset and actions throughout the week.