Maximise Potential

  Given that life itself is a precious gift, it is up to us to make the most of it. I am reminded of the quote, “Our life is God’s gift to us, and how we live it is our gift to God.” This highlights the opportunity we have to use this gift to make a meaningful contribution. Here is my A-Z guide for making the most out of life, especially in challenging times: Accept Reality “Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it.” — Charles R. Swindoll Life is not easy, and even the most optimistic person will face hurdles. No matter how much wealth you have, problems will still arise. For example, during the recent pandemic, many factors were beyond our control, except for self-care and social distancing. The key to making the most out of life is to accept reality as it is. How you respond to a crisis determines what you get out of life. Stoicism, which has gained popularity in recent years, emphasizes focusing only on what is within our control and letting go of what is not. B...

  We all have reservoirs of potential to be unleashed and to recognize our unlimited potential is the first step towards getting the best out of ourselves. Talent is a strange word that we use to describe only the uber-successful like multimillionaires, sports superstars and other public figures but we all have talent that can be unleashed. Most of us are unlikely to achieve public acclaim so that may not be the best yardstick for a successful life. Talent is not something most of us are born with, it is something we develop through thorough soul searching, self-analysis, practice and deep learning. It is a cinch but worth repeating find out what ignites your passion. Passion ignites reservoirs of talent that is hidden within our vast reservoirs. The main obstacles in our path are our self-doubt and lack of patience. Let’s face it once we embark on a journey we get a little overwhelmed with the effort that is required to get to our summit. There are no guarantees in life and the jo...

  The 2024 US Open is underway, and as the final Grand Slam of the tennis calendar, it serves as a fitting backdrop for discussing the champion’s mindset. It’s where the best of the best come together, and history is often made. Watching the thrilling matches reminds me of the legendary Roger Federer, who has electrified the tennis courts numerous times with his genius artistry. Federer has electrified the sport of tennis like few others, and his career exemplifies what it means to possess a champion’s mindset. Federer’s journey began in earnest when he defeated Pete Sampras at Wimbledon, signaling his arrival on the big stage. Since then, his path has been nothing short of extraordinary. In 2003, he claimed his first Wimbledon title, and from that point forward, he was in sublime form, gracing the tennis world with unparalleled skill and elegance. Throughout his career, Federer was synonymous with grace, displaying not just immense talent but also an unrelenting determination to i...