"Notes" of An Elder ― 6.20.25

Choose the opportunities that scare you a little. Growth rarely lives inside comfort zones.

June 20, 2025

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"Notes" of An Elder is a depository of pertinent information, knowledge and wisdom. Available weekly will be an elder's "thinking menu" for your use. Enjoy this bounty.

  • Build inner discipline. Master your thoughts, habits, and reactions. That’s where true leadership begins.

  • You don’t need a wake-up call to live with urgency, presence, and gratitude. Today is already a second chance.

  • Clarity beats chaos. If you can complete the 3-4 right things today, that’s a win. No need to overcomplicate it.

  • Choose the opportunities that scare you a little. Growth rarely lives inside comfort zones.

  • Always bring your best—your questions, your ideas, your attention. Be the most prepared person in the room.

  • One word, one idea, one conversation can open new worlds. Let your questions guide your transformation.

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Leadership Rooted in Truth, Not Fear

We are living through unprecedented times.

  • Unrest presents a powerful opportunity to step forward as courageous, empathetic, and servant-hearted leaders.

  • Self-leadership and self-discipline are more critical than ever.

We should aspire to lead from a place of courage and truth—not fear and falsehood.

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  • You are responsible for your role on the team.

  • Wisdom, opportunity, and discovery often sit quietly on a page—waiting for you to turn it.

  • Earn it. Honor it. Never exploit it. Trust is the silent foundation of every lasting relationship.

  • Curiosity, not credentials, deepens conversations. Ask questions that open people up. Listen to understand, not reply.

  • You can learn from anyone, at any moment. Stay open. Stay curious. Stay humble.

  • Opportunities come from people who believe in you—often before you believe in yourself. Invest in those relationships daily.

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Magic Question

Before your feet hit the ground, choose your mindset. Will you approach this day with joy… or even more joy?

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