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Falling off track doesn’t mean you failed. It means you’re human. Every single person who’s ever made lasting change has faced this exact moment. What separates those who succeed from those who don’t? They keep going.

If you put a single crab in a bucket, it will try to climb out. But if you put several crabs in the same bucket, as soon as one begins to escape, the others will pull it back down. None of them make it out, not because they can’t, but because they won’t let each other succeed.

Leadership of Marion County is an incredible program. It’s designed to develop leaders, connect changemakers, and make a lasting impact in our community. I was honored to be accepted — and excited to participate.But a few months into the 8-month program, something didn’t feel right.The opportunity was great…But it wasn’t aligned with my number one core value: fatherhood.

Imagine this: instead of putting it off again… you started today.What would change by the end of the year?

We all want change — to feel stronger 💪, look better, have more energy ⚡, and live a healthier life. We set goals, get motivated, maybe even buy new gym gear or meal prep containers. But then comes the moment we often avoid: the actual work.

My grandma wasn’t active. She didn’t prioritize her health. She’d go through the McDonald’s drive-thru 2–3 times a day. It was normal. It was convenient. It was what she was used to. And for a while, it probably felt like it didn’t matter.But choices compound.