What’s My Secret Formula?

Liam asked me, “Paulie, what’s your secret formula? Where do you find all that energy and discipline?” 

Ha! “Discipline??” If he only knew… how lazy I truly am. But that’s a story for another day. 

So, is there a secret formula? If there is, I suppose it’s this simple one… 

Show up. 

Do work. 

Be patient. 

Repeat. 

Yeah, that’s it. Wish I could offer you more of a starburst of never-before-thought-of inspiration. But that’s pretty much it.

Coolest thing about this formula, though… 

You can apply it to every aspect of your life. 

A few thoughts on each element: 

Show up - for yourself. Fulfill the commitment you’ve made to yourself—every day. 

Do work - hopefully, work you love, but there’s no way around it; this requires labor. 

Be patient - most things take the time they’re gonna take and can’t be hurried. Good things happen for those willing to give them that time.  

Repeat - do this again and again, ad infinitum. 

Liam found my “secret” formula dull and disappointing. I hope you find the truth in it and put it to work making your life exceptional. 

You were meant for more, and you are stronger than your excuses. My role is to help you live up to that. 

Paul Reilly