Gratitude and Growth: The Birthday Edition with Dr. Derrick Burgess

Gratitude is the foundation of growth and each birthday is a reminder of the blessings that surround us. In today's busy world, it's so easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. We may find ourselves constantly chasing after the next big thing, without taking the time to appreciate the present moment. However, birthdays offer a chance to pause and reflect on the things that truly matter – our health,  relationships, and the experiences that bring us joy.

Birthdays are indeed moments of celebration and reflection. As we grow older, our birthdays can take on new significance. They become an annual reminder of the milestones we've achieved, the lessons we've learned, and the people who have supported us along the way. It's a great time to appreciate the journey we have traversed and to look forward to the adventures that lie ahead. Hence, seeing life through a more courageous and grateful lens helps us to keep moving forward, which also allows us to make significant contributions to the world around us.

In this special episode, I will share with you some of my thoughts as my birthday rolls around once again. Each birthday serves as a reminder of the blessings that surround us, from the support of loved ones to the opportunities for personal and professional development. Join me as I celebrate another year of life while reflecting on blessings, setting new goals, and anticipating the opportunities that the future holds.

"Entrepreneurship is solving problems.  It’s when you see a problem and you come up with a solution.  The more you can do that, the more successful your company is going to be."  – Dr. Derrick Burgess

Topics Covered:

(00:00:30) The Birthday Edition

(00:01:06) Appreciating life

(00:03:10) Grateful to our growing podcast community

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(00:05:02) Partnership with Pearson Ravitz

(00:06:31) Passion and Purpose

(00:07:28) Praying for God’s will  

(00:08:02) How can I contribute to this podcast?

Key Takeaways: 

"It's impossible to be able to do the things that I do without the support of my wife and truly without the support of my children. we support are bought into each other's dreams." – Dr. Derrick Burgess

"I was told that many podcasts fell about number six or seven episodes, which sounded a little harsh in the beginning but I've seen it happen time and time again so I'm very grateful to still be here." – Dr. Derrick Burgess

"I've been able to speak to small groups, but I feel that part of my calling is to be able to show people what's possible." – Dr. Derrick Burgess

"You have to be careful when you tell people to just pray for you because sometimes, they're praying the opposite of what you are wanting." – Dr. Derrick Burgess

Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:

Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg

Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com

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