Federation Sound! Walk good. 28all. Eya. *JM, MB*

The Warm-Up: 

“Sometimes people try to destroy you, precisely because they recognize your power – not because they don’t see it, but because they see it and they don’t want it to exist.” ~Bell Hooks

The Core: 

“You don’t choose who you are attracted to, but you choose who you love.” ~Orange Book

“Find someone who doesn’t think you’re complaining when you’re explaining how their actions have hurt you.” ~Arch Hades

“Something I taught 12yo: The old can compensate for their slowness by having better judgement about when to expend energy. This is very visible in sports, but it happens in many other kinds of work too.” ~Paul Graham

“The difference between good and great is often an extra round of revision. The person who looks things over a second time will appear smarter or more talented, but actually is just polishing things a bit more. Take the time to get it right. Revise it one extra time.” ~James Clear, 3-2-1

“Sooner I realized my ego was just f*ckin wit me + trying to convince me that my problems were unique, a whole world open[ed]. Your experience is personal the problem you’re facing is likely not. Countless others have faced the same thing and shared solutions. Accept the help.” ~Joe Holder

“Crypto is still being adopted. Builders are still building. Talent is still funneling in like never before. If today shakes you, you’re an amateur speculator and deserve to be shook. If you’re a professional crypto investor, act like one. If you’re a spectator, enjoy the show.” ~@MikeBucella 12.13.21

“Greatness comes from the marathon; progress comes from the sprints…We are the totality of our life’s work. We are our life’s work from the progress we make throughout the process. Remember that your marathon is the big picture…the whole picture. While you’re here, you’re simply running various sprints so be easy on yourself, have grace, enjoy the progress and share your talents with the world.” ~Matt Gottesman

“I’m more interested in directing because I’m more interested in helping others. What I do, what I make, what I made — all of that — is that going to help me on the last day of my life? It’s about…Who have you lifted up? Who have we made better? This is spiritual warfare. So, I’m not looking at it from an earthly perspective. If you don’t have a spiritual anchor you’ll be easily blown by the wind and you’ll be led to depression.” ~Denzel Washington in Denzel Washington, Man on Fire, by Maureen Dowd

“Strength requires rest. You can’t be your best self by trying to be on go all of the time. You deserve some calmness. Be serious about taking good care of yourself. You’re never really helping anybody if you’re hurting yourself trying to do it. A healthy you, is most helpful to all of us. When I take good care of me, I can feel it in the energy flowing back to me. I attract harmony, prosperity, and love. I only care to be whole; I’m not trying to keep up with what’s cool. You can tell who has an anchor and who’s lost at sea. Know when to pause and reset.” ~Rob Hill Sr.

“I love to shoot the ball. It’s something I’ve been doing since I was 3 years old, you love the work that you put in. You love the results that come from it. But I told them it’s been an amazing journey being a Warrior for these 12 ½ years [with] all the guys that have set screens for me, that have passed me the ball, that have bought into the system that creates that beautiful Warriors style and brand of basketball, [and] all of that plays into this moment…So, I hope that they appreciate it as much as I do. Obviously, I’ve got to put the ball in the basket, but it doesn’t work without everybody that’s been a part of this journey.” ~Steph Curry, after breaking the NBA record for career 3-pointers made 12.14.21

“Florida State has always been a beacon for me. I grew up down there, that’s where my roots are, and I never doubted that I would play for the Seminoles. It’s a dream that is hard to let go of, but sometimes we are called to step into a bigger future than the one we imagined for ourselves. For me, that future is at Jackson State University. Jerry Rice, Doug Williams, and of course the legend, JSU’s own Walter Payton—Historically Black Colleges and Universities have a rich history in football. I want to be part of that history, and more, I want to be part of that future. I am making this decision so that I can light the way for others to follow, make it a little easier for the next player to recognize that HBCU’s may be everything you want and more: an exciting college experience, a vital community, and a life-changing place to play football. I look forward to working with the iconic Deion Sanders, and especially with my fellow Tigers. Along with Coach Prime, they have made me feel like I’m already part of the team. Like I’m home. And I can’t wait to welcome the next class of top athletes into the family of HBCU’s.” ~Travis Hunter

Last Set:

“I just think it’s a great testament to someone who is gifted, but who has earned everything through work. Beyond the gifts that he was given, he had to work so hard. And he’s always been so gracious and aware of how many people helped him along the way. That’s one of my favorite things about him.” ~Steve Kerr on Steph Curry after Curry broke the NBA record for career 3-pointers made 12.14.21

Food For Thought:

“A company built for the future: 

*We have no HQ and are a fully remote, truly global team. Time zones…oy!

*The company is leaning into web3, NFTs, and the future of the internet, the ownership economy, the creator economy.

*It is not just a company in the ‘better for you by old definitions’ space, but good for you in a way that will endure in the future.

*My role as a crossover creator, sharing knowledge with the world in workshops, newsletters, books, podcasts, Clubhouse, Twitter, LinkedIn, and more are assets and strengths welcomed into this company.

Getting to bring my whole self to a company built for the future (vs one struggling to transition from past to present) fills me with gratitude. A company leaning into modern work and encouraging team members to live their best lives and bring their whole selves to the business is disproportionately inclined to win.

There is much work to do, and while no company is perfect, there is a strong culture and foundation to build upon at AG.” ~Kat Cole, The Next Chapter, Modern Career Moves, and why I Love Athletic Greens

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