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Be constructively critical.

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Take reasonable risks.

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Change takes time and effort.

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First control physical then psychological.

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Accept responsibility for our actions both positive and negative.

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Competition is a logical extension of practice.

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Judge by absolute standards (self) not relative standards (others).

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Compete for yourself.

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Focus on process not outcome, effort and performance rather than win or loss. However, train to win.

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Only concern yourself with what you can control.

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Learn from failures but do not dwell on them. Always look forward. "Cope, learn, and move on."

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Know what your responsibilities are and prioritize them. maintain organization of these responsibilities and constantly reevaluate their function in your life (Are they beneficial, stressful, or neutral?) "What's more important now?" - Lou Holtz

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Be patiently persistent.

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Know what is most important in your life and focus your energy there. If you are not passionate about it, it's probably not the most important.

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You don't have to agree with everyone, but work towards understanding and tolerance of different perspectives.

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No regrets. If something is uncomfortable, either change it or yourself.