Monday Motivational Message: Maximize Your Time

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Happy Monday everyone! Yesterday, Kobe Bryant and one of his daughters, Gianna, passed away in a helicopter crash with John Altobelli, Keri Altobelli, Alyssa Altobelli, Christina Mauser, Sarah Chester, Payton Chester and Ara Zobayan. News of their death shocked the world. The “Black Mamba” as he nicknamed himself is a basketball champion and legend who many were excited to continue to follow after his retirement from the Los Angeles Lakers.

I’ve seen enough sudden death to know that life is short and should not be taken for granted. And yet, every time I hear of a sudden death it is like I am learning the lesson all over again. So, why am I shocked that Kobe, Gianna, and their friends completed the circle of life before anyone was anticipating? But more importantly, what does their transition remind us?

It reminds me to maximize my time and live with purpose. We have no idea what day will be our last, but we can make sure we live our life to the fullest. Don’t go to bed mad, give people their flowers while they are alive, and do your part to make this world beautiful.

Have a great week!