The Power of Starting Your Day with Purpose
Every morning, you face a choice: stay under the covers, postponing your goals for comfort, or get up and get to work on becoming the best version of yourself. It’s not just about waking up though—it’s about showing up powerfully for yourself and for others. The question is: What will you choose?
Marcus Aurelius, one of history’s greatest leaders and philosophers, faced the same temptation we all do. The warmth of the covers. The allure of snoozing a little longer. But he knew better. “You don’t love yourself enough,” he wrote, “or you’d love your nature, too, and what it demands of you.” Life demands action. Progress demands action. Your greatness demands action.
At Major League Mindset (MLM), this is at the core of what we teach: every day is an opportunity to take a step forward—however small—toward your goals. It’s not about perfection; it’s about showing up, making a plan, and following through. Think: Progress NOT perfection.
The Importance of Getting Out of Bed
When you hit snooze and delay the day, you’re sending a message to yourself: comfort is more important than progress. You lose momentum before the day even starts. But when you decide to rise with purpose, you’re creating a small win that sets the tone for everything else.
At Major League Mindset, we focus on building healthy habits, starting with that first decision: Get up, make your bed and get going.
Wake up and embrace the day as an opportunity.
Start with one task—whether it’s making your bed, journaling, stretching, taking a cold shower, or setting your intentions.
Commit to making small, consistent progress, even when it feels hard.
Getting out of bed isn’t just about physically rising; it’s about mentally rising. It’s the first act of self-discipline in a series of actions that lead you closer to your goals.
The Power of Goal-Setting and Positive Habits
Goals without action are just wishes. You might want to perform better on the field, get stronger in the gym, or master the mental game—but wanting isn’t enough. You need structure, clarity, and consistency. That’s why we emphasize two critical tools in the MLM approach: goal-setting and positive habits.
Set Clear, Actionable Goals
Write them down. Don’t just think about them—put them on paper.
Break them into smaller, achievable steps. Win the day before you win the season.
Align your goals with your values. Living and player with Areté—being the best version of yourself—starts with daily intention.
Build Habits That Serve You
Create an AM routine that primes you for success. Wake up, hydrate, move, and focus. (also know that a great day today started with a great PM routine and great night of sleep the night before)
Develop a consistent mindset practice: visualization, deep breathing, or meditation.
Use reminders and symbols to reinforce your progress. (Hint: Major League Mindset gear such as mantra wristbands and focal point stickerscan serve as tangible tools that keep you grounded and focused.)
These habits compound over time. They take you from where you are now to where you want to be. It’s about winning today—because today is all you truly have control over.
What Does Life Demand of You?
Marcus Aurelius looked at nature—at the birds, plants, and ants—and saw creatures who just did their work. They showed up, day in and day out, without excuses. What if you could do the same? What if, instead of hesitating, delaying, or letting self-doubt creep in, you simply woke up and started moving?
Major League Mindset is built on this philosophy: Control the controllables. Show up, do the work, and trust the process. You might not get the results you want every day, but you’ll be building momentum. You’ll be putting yourself in a position to win over time.
Your goals, dreams, and success aren’t waiting for “someday.” They’re waiting for you to take action today.
A Challenge for You
Start tomorrow with purpose. When the alarm goes off, make the decision to rise. As you swing your legs out of bed, remind yourself:
“This is a new opportunity. A new chance to be the best version of myself.”
Set one clear goal for the day. Whether it’s getting in an extra workout, journaling for 10 minutes, or showing up for practice with energy and focus—make it achievable and actionable. Show yourself what’s possible when you get out of bed and show up for your life.
Because as Marcus Aurelius knew, and as we teach at Major League Mindset: greatness doesn’t happen when you stay comfortable. It happens when you rise.
