Most people choose what is easy. Few choose what stretches them. In this episode, John shares a lesson he learned while talking with a young athlete about whether to play JV or varsity. The conversation sparked a bigger idea inspired by Jordan Peterson's advice to "look up."

You will learn why aiming higher builds your future, why short term comfort limits long term growth, and how raising your aim changes your direction.

🟩 Quote of the Day: "Your future grows when you aim higher."

In this episode:

Why a young athlete chose the easy path and how John challenged him to think bigger

What "aim higher" looks like in sports, leadership, and everyday life

How your aim influences your identity, your growth, and your future

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