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What MLB Pitcher Jon Lester and 4 Other Professional Athletes Teach Us About Overcoming Obstacles

Success

Then, in May 2008, he became the 18th pitcher in the history of the storied Red Sox organization to throw a perfect game. For Rudolph, the goal was everything. Never one to let a perceived disability stand in the way of his goals, he pursued athletics with his heart and soul. As of 2009, Lester is cancer-free. “I

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Canadians Caught in Time Crunch

Ian's Messy Desk

Attendance at arts performances dropped from 15 million to 13 million in 2001-2006; Low income, living in a poor neighbourhood, low parental education, recent immigration, racialized status, and Aboriginal status affect participation in leisure and culture. Time spent on social leisure activities dropped from 15% in 1998 to 12% in 2005.

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6 Ways to Alleviate Ergonomic-Related Strain

Ian's Messy Desk

I got carpal tunnels syndrome/tendinitis in 2000 & 2001 because I didn’t have good ergonomic advice, & didn’t take any initiative back then to seek it out. -) Comment by Mean Dean on May 18, 2007 @ 1:32 am Those are good ergonomic tips for people working at computers.

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How Badly Do You Want the Life You Dream About?

Success

A big, inspiring “why” propelled Justine Flynn and her co-founders to launch their company, Thankyou, in 2008. Fourteen years later, they have raised nearly $18 million to fund their goal of eradicating extreme poverty. They were straight out of college and had no idea what they were doing. Confront your fears. Trust your capabilities.

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VA Industry Leaders: a conversation

Loosely Speaking

Comments: 19 19 Comments Marsha Kopan Comment // October 29th, 2008 // 1:34 pm I am not so sure about this blogging thing. Kathie Thomas, A Claytons Secretary Comment // October 29th, 2008 // 6:36 pm So many questions – and I can answer all or some, or just one. James Comment // October 29th, 2008 // 7:53 pm Good post.

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