Learning what to say ‘yes’ to is critical. Here’s why.

Editor’s Note: A New Year is going to bring lots of ups and downs. During this month, I will be discussing four experiences that you will no doubt experience in 2022 (“4 Experiences That Will Transform You in the New Year”). Here is Part 4.

“Strange, what being forced to slow down could do to a person.” — Nicholas Sparks

COVID has wreaked a lot of havoc. But it has been a positive for me because it has forced me to slow down. Pre-COVID, I was saying yes to too many things that were not aligned with my life’s mission, which is to be significant by serving millions and bringing them into a relationship with Christ, starting with my wife, Kelli, and our daughters, Mackenzi and Mackenna.

Millions of boys dream of becoming a Major League Baseball player. For some, it will become a reality, while others will experience heartache and disappointment because they continue to say yes to the wrong things and people.

Some boys say yes to unhealthy food, drugs, alcohol, the wrong coaches, trainers and baseball teams. Slow down and think about what you lose and who you hurt when you say yes to the wrong things and the wrong people.

Humans are flawed, and we often learn best when we fail. Just remember to do four things throughout the year to manage your ups and downs.

1. Step-up
2. Sit-down
3. Shut-up
4. Slow-down

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C.J. Stewart has built a reputation as one of the leading professional hitting instructors in the country. He is a former professional baseball player in the Chicago Cubs organization and has also served as an associate scout for the Cincinnati Reds. As founder and CEO of Diamond Directors Player Development, C.J. has more than 22 years of player development experience and has built an impressive list of clients, including some of the top young prospects in baseball today. If your desire is to change your game for the better, C.J. Stewart has a proven system of development and a track record of success that can work for you.