I was talking with the “Sports Savant” today at lunch about College Basketball. He informed me that Georgetown and Mississippi State would win today in the “Wooden Classic”. When I tuned in at halftime of the first game, there was a story on John Wooden and his thoughts on life and why he was such a successful coach. His seven point creed reminded me of the messages my Grandparents shared with me when growing up. I thought I would share John Wooden’s seven point creed here as it can help to have some “gutter guards” on the lane of life:
- Be true to yourself
- Make each day your Masterpiece
- Help others
- Drink deeply from good books, particularly the Bible
- Make friendship a fine art
- Build a shelter against a rainy day
- Pray for guidance, and give thanks for your blessings everyday
I might add “you can’t go too wrong by doing the right thing”, and “The secret to success: Hard Work ! ”
Additionally, when reading his web-site , I found his “Pyramid Of Success” a compelling framework. I also connected with his Maxim “Failing to prepare is preparing to fail”.
By the way – both Georgetown and Mississippi State won ( the “Sports Savant” strikes again ).