@Ravi Gregory Etherton in the rad self. Reset meeting, said if it’s not a yes, then it’s a no, and it reminded me of one of my mantras which is it’s easy to say no because yes requires an action. People in general do not like change. They like their habits, even if they don’t like their habits if it’s not unbearable, they’ll stay with that habit. Path of least resistance comes to mind also change requires setting new habits, not going with the flow and being less convenient.

I admire how Alex expresses his doubts publicly to Tony. And how Tony coaches him publicly with care, respect, and truth at the same time. This 1 hour conversation worth if you want to hear: - Core thesis: not duty vs enjoyment — but contribution + growth - Push vs Pull motivation - Push: duty, obligation, willpower (“I have to”). - Pull: purpose beyond self (“I get to”). Language shapes emotion (“Transformation Vocabulary”) - Identity and “parts”: choose who drives How Tony selects opportunities (business lens) Criteria: - passion / genuine interest - mission and impact - quality of people (heart + competence) - track record and synergy (1+1 can equal 5) Adds strong partner discipline: - deep due diligence to avoid years of pain.

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It’s the new moon and it’s the first new moon of 2026. It’s the perfect time to set some new and bigger intentions and we could even somehow work on them together.!!!! Make a list and think about jumping into the next RAD SELF RESET!

Grateful for… today I gave thanks for half a dozen things before my morning coffee. And you? @John Pogue