At the height of laughter, the universe is flung into a kaleidoscope of new possibilities.” ~Jean Houston This afternoon is my friend Amy’s funeral. A little over three weeks ago I had my final visit with Amy. Although she was in noticeable pain we sat and told stories and had some great laughs as we…
Category: Leadership
What are you believing?
“Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it – even if I have said it – unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense.” ~Buddha Nice work from Buddha but I would tweak the quote to say; “Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who…
Who’s Living Up To Who?*
“I am not in this world to live up to other people’s expectations, nor do I feel that the world must live up to mine.” ~Fritz Perls Fritz, I believe you’ve just shared a couple of keys in experiencing true serenity. P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com Matthew 6:33-34, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all…
Reasonable or Unreasonable*
“The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.” ~G.B. Shaw What I would give to have but 10% of the depth of George Bernard Shaw’s thought process. It almost seems like people are more willing…
The Right Road*
“Don’t think you’re on the right road just because it’s a well-beaten path.” ~Author Unknown It is important to take time, step back, take a look at the road you are on and ask yourself, “is this where I really want my life to go?” There is nothing wrong with blazing a new path after…
Choose Love
“We must learn to live together as brothers or we will perish together as fools.” ~Martin Luther King Jr. On the evening of July 13, 2013 a not guilty verdict was handed down from the jury of the George Zimmerman trial. Zimmerman is the man who was charged with the murder of a 17 year…
Two Dimensions to Attitude*
“There are really only two dimensions to the concept of attitude–you either behave as though you are a victim of circumstance, or you take full responsibility for your situation.” ~Richard Rudd Can you imagine what the United States of America would be like if we had a mandatory class in school called “Be a Victor…
It’s a Mind-Body-Soul-Set*
“Let me not pray to be sheltered from dangers, but to be fearless in facing them. Let me not beg for the stilling of my pain, but for the heart to conquer it.” ~Tagore I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase–“what happens in your life is not what matters; it’s how you look at what happens…
Start*
“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.” Nido Qubein It is never too late to start…just don’t be in a hurry. P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God…
Pride and Wisdom*
“The teacher who is indeed wise does not bid you to enter the house of his wisdom but rather leads you to the threshold of your mind. ~Khalil Gibran The quote above is a deep explanation of what I do as a coach.  We all have the answers to our problems but sometimes it takes…
Jay Meyer
I started this blog in 2008 because of my passion for helping others take their lives to the next level. My hope is that, through sharing my life experiences as a business leader, husband, father, and recovering drug addict, I will positively impact your life.