Welcome to Da Coach's Corner for February 2025!

The purpose is to inform, inspire and have a little fun along the way.

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L.A. in Flames In the past month the whole Los Angeles area has been a tragic fire pit. Gale force winds combined with a lack of rain made ideal conditions for what has been the worst fire in U.S. history for an urban area, dwarfing the 1871 Chicago fire. If you care to donate to rebuilding, which WILL happen, you can do so here. (And let our thoughts and prayers go out to families of those in the deadly DC plane crash.) 🙏

Did You Make It Past National Quitters Day? Friday, January 10th was the day most people quit on their annual fitness resolutions, especially when the weather stays cold. I didn't quit -- I do daily workouts: biking outside down to 20 degrees, water walking/swimming & use the fitness machines at my local Y. How 'bout you? 🚴

Like a Rolling Stone? I resisted going to see A Complete Unknown for weeks, finally broke down and went based on others' endorsements. My review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Good, not great. Save your money, play Highway 61 Revisited and Blonde on Blonde instead. 🎸

The Detroit Lions Loss Is Our Gain Da Bearz hired away Detroit's hotshot offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their new head coach. He's considered an offensive innovator so things are looking up. Here's the current 2025 NFC North standings ... 😎

War, Continued Israel 🇮🇱 and Ukraine 🇺🇦 continue their battles to establish peace in their countries. Global democracy is at stake here -- it matters to all of us. For humanitarian aid you can donate to the neutral International Red Cross here. ❤️

Book Recommendations I read 50+ non-fiction books a year -- it's where I find ideas to help my clients grow their business. Below are the ones I read this past month.

Awakening the Spirit of America: FDR's War of Words With Charles Lindbergh and The Battle to Save Democracy Many Americans were swayed by Charles Lindbergh's isolationist speeches to keep us out of a second European war. It took the iron will of Franklin Roosevelt to align with Winston Churchill, saving us all from Hitler's fascism. My opinion: If we ever add another face to Mt. Rushmore I would vote for FDR's. 🇺🇸

The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War Author Erik Larson describes in excruciating detail the events that blew our nation apart. It was like reading about a slow-motion train wreck I couldn't put down.

To the Gorge: Running, Grief, and Resilience & 460 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail If tough endurance challenges get your juices flowing, this one's for you.

Treating Violence: An Emergency Room Doctor Takes On a Deadly American Epidemic Violence has been called an epidemic by many but Dr. Rob Gore is committed to nipping it in the bud, starting with his local KAVI not-for-profit. ☮️

The Comedy of Error: Why Evolution Made Us Laugh Jonathan Silvertown humorously lets us know how laughter has been an important part of our survival. 😎

Financial Advisors I coach Financial Advisors around the country to help them grow their clientele. I always want to meet FA's, branch managers and/or fund wholesalers anywhere in the US. Your introductions are greatly appreciated. 

Audio Recommendation Want great ideas from Earl Nightingale, Brian Tracy, Tony Robbins and other personal development superstars? You can always go to Nightingale.com for hundreds of hours of motivational/inspirational/educational audios to help you stay on track with success.

Contribution  There are lots of ways you can "Pay It Forward" for good karma. If you want to contribute to a military veteran's transition to a civilian job like I do, sign on as a mentor with ACP American Corporate Partners Mentoring Program. Also, the American Red Cross will always welcome you to donate blood. 👍

Healing Thoughts If you would be so kind, please take a moment to send healing energy as I do daily to individuals you know who have serious health challenges or are dealing with difficult circumstances. Every positive thought helps, thanks. 🙏