"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." - Winston Churchill
Few teens subject themselves to contemplation of philosophy or place in the world. Far more pressing matters like school, friends, and family occupy their universe.
Nevertheless, developing a philosophy helps provide you with a "North Star" to follow, useful when times are easy and critical during struggle.
Philosophy derives from two Greek words meaning "to love" and "wisdom," so means "love of wisdom."
What belongs? The elements should resonate for you as they become your anchors for core attitudes, beliefs, and values. Simplicity and clarity add benefit. The principles could include both statements and questions. For example:
1) What is my WHY? This addresses your motivation.
2) "My core value is modeling excellence in all areas (family/personal, school, sports)."
3) "I treat others as I would want to be treated." - Golden Rule and "I do not treat others as I would not want to be treated." - Silver Rule of Nassim Taleb
4) Teamwork is a top priority. “I am easy to play with and hard to play against."
5) "I devote full attention to the person or the activity with which I am engaged."
All, some, or none of the above may have meaning for you. If "being kind to cats" is among your top priorities, then it belongs.
Over a lifetime, significance emerges from our impact on others. Most of us want to have a positive impact and that takes time, discipline, and effort.
What does this have to do with competing in sports? Everything.
Lagniappe. "Wall material"
— Coach the Coaches (@WinningCoaches) January 30, 2026
Lagniappe 2. "...a skillful leader in a democratic setting can win others to his or her cause using reason, logic, interpersonal skills, rhetoric, and emotion." - Admiral James Stavridis in "The Leader's Bookshelf"
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