Good morning, ,

I've heard my wife say that the secret to having a long and happy marriage is to lower your expecations.

Not sure how I feel about that. But having expectations that are low can set you up for a life of mediocrity.

Here's what I think the difference is: My expectations for what my wife does can be low. Because I'm not the boss of her.

I am, however, the boss of me. So my expectations for me can be whatever I decide. And if I keep them low, I may never achieve what I'm capable of.

If I raise my standards for the things I have control over, then I can dictate the level of life and lifestyle I'm willing to accept. So, here is a short, and not-at-all comprehesive list of things I will no longer tolerate:

• Hitting the Snooze button
• Saying "yes" to things that I don't truly want
• Waiting until I feel ready
• Starting the day without creating a plan
• Mindlessly scrolling after 11pm or before 7am
• Leaving to-do list items undone
• Complaining

Call me out on this if I slip.

What are you no longer willing to tolerate? We're 40 days into the new year. Let's keep building.

You've got this!

Ken

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