(Principles are basic truths that, when applied, cause success to come to you easier and quicker.)


For several reasons lately the topic of history is getting my attention. Some musing on History:

“History is the creation of the present, not merely a record of the past.” I had to contemplate this a bit before I saw it. Yes, all of history is creating the flowing Now.

“Regrets are past-tense decision making!” Took me a bit to get this one, too. Ouch.

“A hundred years ago, a twenty-dollar bill and a twenty-dollar gold piece were interchangeable. Either one would buy a new suit, new shoes, and a night on the town. The twenty-dollar gold piece will still do that.” Spoken by someone explaining inflation.

“I speak of the past that I cannot forget but cannot relive.” A line in a book which caused me to screech to a halt and reread.


Coaching Point: What is History to you?


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