your north star

Happy Day 1, everybody! Today, let’s delve into the concept of your North Star and how it can guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself both on and off the field.

In previous posts, we explored what philosophers across time agree upon as the ultimate purpose of life: to become the best version of yourself and do so in service to something bigger than yourself. In service to your family, friends, team, school, community, and the world. 

This idea can be crystallized into your North Star—a guiding long-term goal that motivates, inspires, and directs your life.

Understanding Your North Star

Your North Star is a metaphorical guide, much like how ancient travelers used the North Star to navigate their journeys. It represents your deepest aspirations and values, providing clarity and direction amid life's challenges.

Why a North Star Matters

Having a North Star means having a clear, overarching goal that drives you. It ensures that your daily actions align with your ultimate purpose, helping you stay focused and motivated. This alignment fosters personal growth and enables you to contribute meaningfully to the lives of others. A North Star will help you show up more powerfully for yourself and for others.

How to Find Your North Star

1. Reflect on Your Values: Consider what truly matters to you and what you want to stand for.

2. Identify Your Passions: Think about what inspires and energizes you.

3. Set Long-Term Goals: Define specific, achievable goals that align with your values and passions.

Applying the North Star Methodology To Baseball or Softball

For coaches, players, and parents in baseball, the North Star methodology can be transformative both on and off the field. Here’s how:

• Coaches: Use your North Star to create a positive and motivating environment. Lead by example, showing your team how to strive for excellence and support one another. As the great John Wooden once said: “Your own example counts most.”

• Players: Let your North Star guide your training and performance. Focus on becoming the best athlete and person you can be, using every day, every practice, and every game as a step towards your ultimate goal.

• Parents: Support your ballplayer in finding and pursuing their North Star. Encourage them to align their actions with their long-term aspirations, fostering both personal and athletic growth.

Summary

• Your North Star is your ultimate long-term goal, guiding and inspiring you through life.

• Aligning your actions with your North Star helps you become the best version of yourself.

• This methodology is applicable both on and off the field for coaches, players, and parents.

Action Steps

1. Reflect: Take time to identify your core values and passions. Write them down. Post them somewhere visible.

2. Set Goals: Define specific long-term goals that align with your North Star.

3. Align Actions: Ensure your daily actions and decisions reflect your ultimate purpose. Hold yourself accountable.

By embracing your North Star, you can navigate life with clarity and purpose, becoming the best version of yourself and positively impacting those around you at home, in your community, in the classroom, and on the playing field

Brandon’s Primary Takeaway

Your North Star represents your ultimate long-term goal, guiding and inspiring you through life. By aligning your actions with this goal, you can strive to become the best version of yourself and positively impact others.