B.S. Biology & Exercise Science, NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Wisdom is the ability to take one's own advice, which is much easier said than done. Most of us can relate to the experience of being great at giving advice to others, just to go on making the same old mistakes in our own lives. For this reason,
Temperance is the art of balance and moderation. It's about doing the right amount of things—not overdoing them, not underdoing them, and for some things, not doing them at all. The most well-known story in our culture related to temperance is Goldilocks and the Three Bears. In
Courage is the capacity to do what must be done in the face of fear, which comes in many forms. Whether it be fear of failure, the unknown, judgment, or bodily harm, courage isn't about never being afraid. It's the willingness to step out of your
There are two definitions of discipline that are especially useful: I) Doing what must be done regardless of whether you feel like it or not. II) Choosing what you want most over what you want right now. Discipline is synonymous with agency and self-control. Together, these definitions capture the essence
When I played college football, one of our traditions was for each player to choose one word that would keep him focused and accountable throughout the season. Our team (Endicott gulls 2020-2024) went on to win three consecutive DIII CCC championships, so there must have been something to our "