Be Great TODAY

Be Great TODAY


Latest Episodes

Episode 59: Carry on - The Power of a Tradition
October 14, 2018

In 1932, Zedo Ishikawa's accidental death inspiried the tradition of "Carry on". This is a powerful tradition and legacy that has brought together generations of students at Mesa High.

Episode 58: Don’t Forget to Drink Water
October 07, 2018

With how busy we can get, it is important to take care of ourselves. In this episode, I talk about hydration and how it can be something that can be overlooked in my life, and the consequences of that.

Episode 57: Refinement ON the Journey
September 30, 2018

Everything requires constant refinement. We could wait to start until we have it all figured out, but then we may never begin. It’s about improving ON the journey.

Episode 56: Repeat Performance
September 23, 2018

While getting ready for the recent dance showcase, I realized how important it is to keep practicing. The more you practice, the more the activity becomes ingrained in your mind.

Episode 55: Missing the Goal
September 16, 2018

I missed my step goal last Sunday. I look at my reaction to that, as well as what achieving my goal for 945 days in a row did for me.

Episode 54: Good Intentions - Sometimes Not So Good For You
September 09, 2018

Fiber One Bars can be good for you, and they can be healthy. Just....not in all circumstances.

Episode 53: Ordinary - The Importance of the Small Things
September 02, 2018

One of my mentors, Jonathan Brush, told me the phrase "Be Extraordinary in the Ordinary" back in March. This has stuck with me. The importance of the small things, sometimes the things we overlook.

Episode 52: Reflections From the Podcast Studio
August 26, 2018

Today is the day of the annual dance studio showcase. That means it has been almost 1 year of Be Great TODAY. I reflect on what that year has taught me regarding consistency, writer’s block, risks and the big picture.

Episode 51: Having A Creative Outlet
August 19, 2018

Having a creative outlet is a great way to feed your passion in something. I talk about why I believe having a creative outlet has been beneficial for me.

Episode 50: Experience - The Way to Get Better
August 12, 2018

What is the best way to get better at something? I found that I believe it is experience. Information and skill can only go so far, but it comes down to the practice of experience.