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Our biggest setback might be at the same level of someone’s daily and normal occurrence.

Of course we would like things to go in our favor however the reality is that all things are possible, both good and bad.

When we feel we are at the bottom with no hope of making a comeback we have to realize that regardless if we complete the comeback or not isn’t important but the attempt is worth it.

Knowing and understanding the levels of difficulty that exist for various others is an awareness that should be attempted to achieve by all.

If we have all of our limbs and functioning organs we are fortunate and should make the most of them daily.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

Organization is set with clear space for movement in and out and the play begins.

As we collectively move forward up the field we need to be aware of the elements that impact our decision-making.

The path will be wide, narrow or sometimes blocked completely.

With the best intentions of the team in mind we will/should decide what is the best action to take to remain in control of the game by having the ball.

If we cannot go through, let’s go around or over with the cleanest delivery but always understanding we might have to start again by going backwards based on the picture in front.

There is a lot of work to do before we can finish the things we are after.

The greatest achievements take our best ability, our time and our effort and finishing when necessary is the key to recognizing and appreciating the course.

With the target always in mind and when the chance is clear we must be aggressive and take it.

With respect to the journey taken to this point of completion we have an obligation to finish the play.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

An easy game may provide a winning outcome however it will not fulfill the desire to compete.

The challenge must be just right for true growth to take place.

Aim too high and the failure might be too hard to handle. Aiming low will allow the gauging to begin according to where our current level is.

If we chase the status or notoriety of today without being prepared for the inevitable contests that come along with it we will move further backwards.

Since life will always come with challenges we should search for our best-fit matches and contenders that will enhance our overall being.

With humility and fearlessness we contend with opponents that are worth our while.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

We may be confident it is plain to see for all however the perspective is what matters.

Our thoughts, observations and declarations are opinionated based on our knowledge of the subject as well as our over attitude. (Negative or positive)

Surely, we will find all negative actions or what is portrayed to be negative in our personal view if that is our concentration.

Before things become absolute in our mind, we should be open to the opposite lens that may tell a different story.

If we want to be right, we’ll always find a way. If we want the truth we need to leave our emotions and agendas aside.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

Being the best version of ourselves in everything we do each day is vital to make the world a better place.

Our story may inspire one person that then impacts another and so on. The greatest appreciation for others comes from truly acknowledging and trusting their ways.

With a connection stronger than most, it is inevitable that specific people who are clearly giving their utmost will infect others around them.

This movement is only ignited through personal determination to greatness.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

Our limitations give purpose to our daily practice.

The best understand that there is no end point. Reaching a point of completion is the beginning of a regression.

We do not move forward because the day has come and gone but because of our commitment to make, review and change.

Our limits and struggles propel necessary action to fulfill personal desires.

Without realizing and welcoming our limitations we will live in a fantasy world of perfection to only ourselves.

It might sound safe to ignore our restrictions and keep them hidden, but unfortunately they will be the roots of most future problems.

Befriend your weak foot don’t just accept the deficiency.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

Do we always know what we are going to do next?

Often times we do, however the outside factors may prevent following through.

Based on a broad view and a narrow purpose we can decide the next step that best suits us.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

We will have a preference of how to attack and where, however we cannot be stubborn.

If the space is closed we must switch the field to find the space.

Our path determines our outcomes and if we continue doing the same things we shouldn’t be surprised when we arrive in repetitively poor situations.

Both vision and awareness are important to crafting a route forward that is sturdy and flexible at the same time.

Finally, our bravery is the key to progress; otherwise we will only keep playing the ball side to side continuously changing our path out of fear instead of conviction.

Changing our ways is strength with a purpose.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

We need to move the ball quick and carefully.

We cannot sit on our ideas and talent otherwise the future opportunities will be taken by someone else.

Drive, dribble through, pass around, shoot but don’t stand.

Sometimes a pause is necessary to freeze the motion around us but the play button must be pushed again.

The combinations are what alleviate our pressure so we should find the best teammates to pass the ball to.

The ones who only want the ball for themselves create more problems so let them go off on their own while the search continues for those who appreciate a give and go.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo

Our competitiveness is being smothered by correctness.

The natural desire to compete is in all of us, of course at various levels. What we are competing for and amongst who, may influence our desire and fearlessness.

Some of us are playing the game to do the right thing rather than competing and making decisions based on what is actually happening around us.

This is a problem because we are consistently playing for approval or some outside grade rather than solving the problem that is created in front of us because the end goal is that we want to win.

If we ask any kid, they will say yes they want to win or they should say it unless they have been polluted with the famous saying that winning doesn’t matter, it is just about having fun. I am all for fun and chasing a win is very fun!

But how do we win? By possessing the competence to execute and giving the effort that is required while using our senses to identify the things happening around us. These signals may guide us to do what we believe is going to be in our favor or give us an advantage or help one of our teammates gain an advantage. This is competition. Awareness of our personal and collective strengths and weaknesses will benefit us with confident action in ways that will increase the likelihood of a winning outcome.

We are all fully capable of giving our best effort, always.

When we believe there is a goal we would be proud of achieving or a consequence we prefer not to deal with, the consistency improves. Some people keep giving their best because they do not want to deal with consequential suffering which can be a driver. The other more positive driver is to chase joy and satisfaction of achievement. Either way, the most important component is to have that driver that will push us forward without thinking about “is this right?”

Whether it was right or wrong can be discussed based on the information that was used to make the decision. Now the process begins of teaching and learning.

Without reasons behind our actions we will only assume an action was right or wrong based on the outcome or if it is aligned with our personal opinion.

Yours in soccer,

James Palumbo