Make Today Count – John C. Maxwell
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Reflection
This chapter centers on a powerful truth: today is the only day we truly have control over. Yesterday is gone, and tomorrow is not guaranteed—but today is full of opportunity.
Maxwell reminds us that many people delay growth, waiting for the “right time” to change, improve, or take action. But the right time is not someday—it is now. The habits we practice, the choices we make, and the mindset we carry today are what shape our future.
There is also a quiet responsibility in this message. If today is so valuable, then how we spend it matters deeply. Wasted time, negative thinking, or lack of intention can slowly pull us away from the life we desire. On the other hand, even small, intentional steps taken today can lead to meaningful progress over time.
Today doesn’t have to be perfect—but it should be purposeful. When we focus on making today count, we begin to build a life that reflects consistency, growth, and intention.
Prompt
What is one intentional action we can take today that aligns with the life we want to build?
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