Stan R. Mitchell's Blog, page 83

Want to learn a new habit. One that replaces some negative habit you currently have? (Say, more exercise instead of TV?) Then, don’t become a three-day monk, as this article beautifully lays out. You want to develop a twenty-year habit. … Continue reading →

Quick NFL update before I head out for a jog and then back for some sweaty Shaolin Kung Fu. Topic 1:  San Francisco 49ers Running Back Frank Gore said he has no problem with the Saints bounty program, and the … Continue reading →

This article on “The Most Important Skill to Master” is a great one. It’s just a tad longer than most articles, but well worth the read. Here’s the link to it, and it goes along nicely with the book I … Continue reading →

Well, if you weren’t challenged enough by the idea of confronting China, then congratulations! We’ll give you something a little more difficult. How about, let’s see, we’re America and we think we’re invincible… Oh, this is good… How about China … Continue reading →

Now these guys are completely nuts. It makes me sick to my stomach to even watch it… (Oh, and I should add, it’s not a trick. It’s not a stunt with hidden wires or nets. It’s complete, utter stupidity. Though … Continue reading →

The only weapon more powerful than America’s military is its culture. Believe me if you don’t live here. Our culture can destroy your country twice as fast as our military can. (In fact, our military gets better year after year … Continue reading →

Here’s some more news about our build up and shifting focus in regards to the threat (or perceived threat) from China. Best two quotes from the story (or worst two, depending on your perspective): The Dept of Defense needs to … Continue reading →

I’ve received some great gifts in my life, but looking back on them, few surpass the gift of knowledge. And most of the knowledge I’ve been given has come from books. Some of these books inspired me to dream; to … Continue reading →

Couple of quick things regarding Afghanistan. First, a small piece of good news. British troops rescued four hostages early this morning. Two of them were female aid workers, and they had two Afghan guards that were taken hostage with them. And … Continue reading →

Here’s a great, concise biography written about Tim Tebow by someone who follows the New York Jets, and who’s definitely not a Tim Tebow fan. This short biography is the best summary I’ve seen of Tim Tebow in one spot … Continue reading →