Real growth—whether it’s making money, crushing goals, leveling up your life, healing relationships, or building confidence—doesn’t always come from buying another program, reading another book, or listening to another podcast. Sometimes, it starts by slowing the heck down and actually seeing yourself for once.

I work with leaders, entrepreneurs, go-getters, and action-takers every single day. And you know what I see? Too many of you stuck in the grind, chasing what everyone else is doing. You’re clapping for them, scrolling their wins, watching their highlight reels—but never pausing to clap for yourself. Like somehow, celebrating your own wins is wrong.

Enough of that. Today, we flip the script.
Old-school handshake. Fist pump. We’re making a pact right now—you’re going to start seeing your wins, owning them, and stacking them like fuel.

Because here’s the truth: those little wins you brush off? They’re everything.
They retrain your brain.
They keep you moving when life sucker-punches you.
They build confidence from the inside out.
They’re the reason you don’t quit when it gets hard.

Some people only move when they’re in pain—and yeah, I’ve seen that too. But what if, just maybe, you stopped using pain as your fuel and started using progress?

Over the years, I’ve had the honor of working with some of the boldest leaders out there. When they stopped spiraling in their chaos and started stacking their wins—game over. Small wins became their secret weapon. Every one of those tiny, daily victories added up and changed their entire trajectory.

So today, we’re going there.
This is your unapologetic reminder that you’re doing better than you think. And we’re going to prove it.

Let’s Talk About Small Wins

What are they?
Small wins are the quiet, steady drumbeat of progress. They’re the little things. The things you don’t post about. The ones that don’t get fireworks and applause—but should.

Making your bed.
Answering that email you’ve avoided for days.
Choosing to listen instead of react.
Reading one Bible verse when your head is spinning.
Not diving into a teenage meltdown (that alone deserves a medal).

These things? They matter. Every small win is a deposit into your momentum bank.

Why They Pack a Punch

Small wins aren't just feel-good fluff. They literally rewire your brain.

Every time you acknowledge a win, your brain says: Oh hey, I can do this. And that builds confidence, creates motivation, and sparks creativity. It interrupts that default setting so many people live in—survival mode.

And yes, your brain might be stuck in neutral right now. Especially if you’ve been through heavy stuff—trauma, stress, burnout. Some people need meds to shift that. Some need exercise, chiropractic care, or stillness. But celebrating wins? That’s the easiest way to start. And everyone can do it.

I don’t even tell my clients what I’m doing when I first start this process. I just ask:
“Tell me a WIN for today.”
Most of them freeze. Because they’ve trained themselves to see the chaos, not the progress.

But guess what? We can retrain that. That is where coaching comes in. It works!
And I teach this skill to every coach I train.

Real-World Wins That Count

Let me spell it out. Here are examples of legit, everyday wins:

• You didn’t yell.

• You answered that text.

• You put your phone down during dinner.

• You prayed instead of panicking.

• You got out of bed even though you didn’t feel like it.

• You walked away from a pointless argument.

• You drank water instead of soda.

• You posted the dang reel even though you were nervous.

• You had the hard convo.

• You showed up when it would’ve been easier to hide.

If that’s not progress, I don’t know what is.

How to Start Spotting Your Wins

I know it’s hard.
When I first ask people to tell me what’s working, they can’t. They’re not wired to see it. But we change that.

Here’s how:

🔹 Reflect

Take 5 minutes at the end of your day. What did you do that deserves a win—even if it’s routine? Say it out loud. Write it down. Whisper it if you need to. But acknowledge it.

🔹 Celebrate

Not with balloons and cake (unless you want to).
I’m talking: smile at yourself. Give yourself a fist bump in the mirror. Literally say “Good job” to your reflection.
Sounds silly? Try it. It works.

🔹 Share It

With your coach.
With your spouse.
With your kids (yes, they need to see it).
With your team.

Some people won’t get it. And that’s okay. Not everyone has the lens to celebrate you—but a good coach always will. Friends and family can be the hardest ones to share with. Not because they don’t want to hear it but because most people are stuck in their own junk.

Why Celebrating Wins Works

✅ It Builds Confidence

You stop looking outward and start validating yourself. You grow stronger from the inside out.

✅ It Creates Momentum

One small win leads to another. Then another. Suddenly, you’re rolling. Moving forward. Not stuck anymore.

✅ It Sparks Motivation

You stop waiting to feel like it and start doing it. That energy is contagious—to you and everyone around you.

Win Like a Pro: Your Way, Not Theirs

Let’s be clear—everyone’s wired differently. What works for your best friend, your spouse, or your coach might not work for you. And that’s okay. The key is knowing what actually fuels your fire. Figure out what keeps you motivated—and run with it.

This isn’t about copying someone else’s method.
This is about owning what works for you.

Here are a few ways to recognize and celebrate wins—pick the ones that fit your style:

🔹 Journal It – One sentence a day. That’s it. A quick line that says “I showed up today” is enough.

🔹 Text Yourself – Yes, hype yourself up like your own personal coach. Drop yourself a win in real time.

🔹 Voice Notes – Speak it out loud. Record it. Play it back when doubt creeps in. This one is gold for my verbal processors.

🔹 Reward Yourself – That latte? The walk? The 20-minute episode of your favorite show? Do it. You earned it.

🔹 Create a “Win Chat” – Gather a few trusted people and make it a habit. Drop daily wins. Get celebrated. Give energy.

Repeat.

Accountability + celebration = unstoppable momentum.

Obstacles? Yeah, You’ll Face ‘Em

❌ Setbacks

You’re going to have bad days. We all do. When that happens, go back and look at past wins. Read them. Put them in your face. Let them remind you who you are and what you did.

❌ Inconsistency

You’ll miss a day. Maybe two. It’s fine. Just don’t stop. Set a reminder. Tie it to your bedtime routine. Build it in.

Final Word: Keep Freakin’ Growing

You want to grow? You want to win?
Start small. Celebrate now.

You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be present.
Keep setting goals. Keep breaking them into baby steps. Keep seeing your progress and owning it out loud.

Because you, my friend, are a rockstar in the making.
And rockstars? We don’t wait for applause.
We create it.

Let’s go. 👊🏽
You’re not just growing. You’re winning.

Simple habits. Real momentum. Unstoppable growth starts with what you're already doing—if you finally start noticing it