Weekly Growth

Weekly evidence-based strategies that will help us make meaningful steps forward in our personal and professional growth.

TL;DR: The 10,000-Hour Rule isn’t the key to mastery—deliberate practice is. Simply putting in time isn’t enough; focusing on weaknesses, getting immediate feedback, and pushing past your comfort zone accelerates skill development. Inspired by Peak by Anders Ericsson, I’m applying this mindset in...

by JR Smith — Feb 17, 2025

Adapting to the Digital Age

Hey Fam! Every once in a while, humanity finds itself at the edge of a monumental shift — a shift that transforms how we live, work, and connect with one another. Throughout history, the people who thrive in these moments aren’t necessarily the smartest or the most talented; they’re the ones who ...

Jan 27, 2025

Finding Balance: The Secret of Rocks, Pebbles, and Sand

Hey Fam! I want to share a story that recently gave me a fresh perspective on life’s priorities. Imagine you’re holding an empty jar. Now, fill it with a few big rocks until it seems full. Can you add anything else? Sure—you pour in small pebbles that settle in the spaces between the rocks. Still...

Jan 20, 2025 balance

The Dopamine Dilemma

Hey Fam! Let’s talk about a molecule that’s often misunderstood but plays a huge role in how we stay motivated, focused, and engaged in life: dopamine. Whether you’re grinding through med school, chasing fitness goals, or just trying to get through your to-do list, dopamine is the silent force dr...

Jan 06, 2025

Become the Person You Aspire to Be in 2025

Hey Fam! As we approach a new year, I find myself shifting the way I think about personal growth. In the past, I’ve always started the year with a long list of goals—things I wanted to do. But this time, I’m focusing on who I want to become over the next 365 days. For me, this year is about soli...

Dec 30, 2024

The Eagle and the Storm

Hey Fam! When storms roll in, most animals seek shelter. But not the eagle. Instead of hiding, the eagle spreads its wings, letting the powerful winds lift it higher—above the storm. It doesn’t avoid the challenge; it uses it to soar to new heights. This story of the eagle has always stuck with m...

Dec 23, 2024

The Power of Steady Steps

Hey Fam! Yesterday morning in church, I heard a story that left me in awe—and I couldn't wait to share it with you. It’s about a man named Cliff Young, a 61-year-old Australian farmer who became one of the most unlikely champions in sports history. Back in 1983, Cliff decided to enter the Melbou...

Dec 16, 2024

The Growth You Can't See... Yet

Hey Fam! Imagine planting a seed with no idea of when—or if—it will sprout. You water it daily, tend to the soil, and protect it from the elements. Days turn into weeks, weeks into months, and still…nothing. Most of us would lose hope, but not the farmer who plants the Chinese bamboo tree. This t...

Dec 09, 2024

Learning To Suspend Ego

Hey Fam! Quick reminder about our Black Friday 50% off disount for The Evolving Student Challege! This will only be available to the first 50 students who register and we are almost out of spots! If you're a student and want to really take your academic career to the highest level in 2025, here's...

Dec 02, 2024

"The Pottery Parable: How Repetition Turns Routine into Mastery"

Hey Fam! I hope you’re all doing well and finding rhythm in whatever routines you’re in. This week, I wanted to revisit a story I’ve shared before—The Pottery Parable. It’s one that’s been on my mind a lot lately as I move through my “Emergency Orthopedics” rotation. The Pottery ParableIn the ...

Nov 11, 2024

Embracing the Power of Change — Lessons from Tiger Woods

Hey Fam! When you’re on top of your game, the last thing you want to think about is change. But true growth often requires recognizing potential blind spots—especially when everything seems to be going well. In this issue, I’m reflecting on a powerful story I recently learned about Tiger Woods, w...

Oct 29, 2024

The power of belief in who you become

The Story of the SAT Mix-Up Imagine being a high school student who consistently struggles academically—barely passing your classes, feeling out of place among your peers, and certainly not the type of student anyone would expect to excel. That was the reality for one student until he took the ...

Oct 21, 2024

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Weekly Growth

Weekly evidence-based strategies that will help us make meaningful steps forward in our personal and professional growth.

Weekly Growth

Weekly evidence-based strategies that will help us make meaningful steps forward in our personal and professional growth.

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