Category: Personal Development & Self-Care
Travel Hacks I Learned From the Pros
I travel a lot. Whether it is to call a game for Notre Dame or give a speech in a different part of the country, I spend a lot of time in the air. Just a couple of weeks ago, for example, I traveled on six flights to four cities in five days.
The Two Words That Betray Your Self-Confidence
I was sitting with my teammates in a dark room with a projector. A player had made a mistake in a game and the time to answer for his sin was at hand.
Self-Discipline Is Tough — But the Alternatives Are Tougher
Following my freshman season at Notre Dame, I was feeling damn good about myself.
Ramadan: Answers Before You Ask
When it comes to questions about Ramadan, I have heard them all, but there are a handful that are pretty common. As we celebrate this year, let’s take a look at some of the frequently asked questions about Ramadan.
Can’t Find Time to Exercise? 6 Tips to Get You Back on Track
Notre Dame was playing Navy recently, and I don’t know if it was because I was around all these military guys, but I decided to go out on a run. Out there, I bumped into my fellow play-caller and booth partner, Paul Burmeister. We were both panting, trying to say hi to each other without…
3 Things You Need to Plan for Retirement (Even If You’re Young)
“I’m 33 years old, black and retired.” I love that opener when I’m speaking at corporate events. And yet there is something beyond.
My Favorite 5 Ways to Recharge for Top Performance
Self-care is one of the most important and consistent aspects of every champion, across every sport. No matter what sport you love, your favorite athlete takes care of themselves almost more than they take care of the equipment they use. And they engage in self-care longer than the time they spend preparing for their game.
When Sh!# Happens: How to Stay Strong During Disaster and Bad News
Multiple times in my life, I’ve received bad news. The death of my grandmother. My father needing a kidney transplant. Being released (that means fired) from an NFL team.