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Brian Reaves
Jan 212 min read
Set Yourself Free
It doesn't take long for even the most confident person to become beaten down if they constantly replay their mistakes.
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Brian Reaves
Jan 102 min read
What Does It Take?
Each day is a journey, and each step is a step forward--no matter how small.
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Brian Reaves
Dec 17, 20242 min read
Dream Again
My wife found this in one of my old notebooks from 2016. I don't remember writing it, but I do remember this time of my life. I was about...
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Brian Reaves
Dec 3, 20242 min read
Stop Living for "Someday"!
Live this moment today, for all it's worth. Be present and learn to be as content as possible with "now."
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Brian Reaves
Nov 26, 20242 min read
Are You Thankful?
As we enter this season of thankfulness, take just a moment to appreciate all the good things in your life.
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Brian Reaves
Aug 27, 20243 min read
It's Time For A Change
There are few things that terrify people more than the unknown. We often thrive on the familiar, but it seldom leads to real growth or...
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Brian Reaves
Aug 19, 20243 min read
When You Can't Lead...
What do you do when you can't do anything? When you are told to lead but never given the authority to do so? Brad successfully led his...
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Brian Reaves
Jul 30, 20243 min read
Persistence Pays Off!
Have you ever quit too soon? Let me tell you about someone who fixed that in their life. At the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm, Shirzo...
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Brian Reaves
Jun 10, 20244 min read
Don't Let Fear Hold You Back
Have you ever been afraid of anything? I'll bet you probably have. The question is: Has that fear ever caused you to miss out on an...
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Brian Reaves
May 21, 20242 min read
What's the Point?
Have you ever gotten frustrated? I recently had to take a detour on a long drive home from a presentation. The drive to the event had...
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Brian Reaves
Apr 16, 20243 min read
What Did You Learn?
I'm going to let you in on a little "behind the scenes" secret. Inside my magic case lies a very nondescript zipper bag. You wouldn't pay...
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Brian Reaves
Mar 18, 20243 min read
Falling...with style!
Have you ever failed at something? I think it's safe to say we all have at one time or another...but it's when we can fail without...
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Brian Reaves
Jan 2, 20242 min read
What Not To Do
"The amateur does not know what to do. The master knows what not to do." - James Clear I love to learn new things. I don't develop a deep...
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Brian Reaves
Dec 20, 20231 min read
Thank you for an amazing year!
Thank you! This year was our biggest ever. I've spoken in three new states and met over a thousand new friends at our various events....
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Brian Reaves
Nov 9, 20231 min read
My New Book, "Possibilities", is Out!
How do you feel about tomorrow? Are you excited? Or are you just expecting more of the same from yesterday and today? It's time to get...
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Brian Reaves
Oct 23, 20234 min read
Progress Vs Perfection
Have you ever had a vacation trip go a little off the rails? Maybe you got stuck in traffic for hours when it was supposed to be a clear...
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Brian Reaves
Sep 4, 20232 min read
Recognize the Value of a Moment
On Friday, January 12, 2007, violin virtuoso Joshua Bell conducted a little experiment inside L’Enfant Plaza Metro entrance in the busy...
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Brian Reaves
Jul 24, 20233 min read
Be Real
I recently performed at a show where I really wanted to get flashy with the finale. I had a good trick to close out the show, but I...
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Brian Reaves
Jul 10, 20233 min read
Celebrate Even Your Little Victories!
This week, I wanted to talk about winning. Everyone likes to win big--and it's an awesome feeling--but have you ever considered the value...
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Brian Reaves
Jun 26, 20232 min read
When No One Else Will, Just Believe In Yourself
Tom worked in his company for 20 years. He was a faithful worker, a smart worker, and perhaps most importantly, an observant worker. He...
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