Many years ago a friend gave me a book called Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.

At first I hesitated reading it, but I was intrigued and I will say that I'm so glad that I gave this book a chance.

It was written in the 70s by a man named Robert Persick. And there's one passage in that book

that relates to what we're talking about

on the podcast today.

Here's what he said.

I like the word gumption because it's so homely and so

forlorn and so out of style. It looks as if it needs a friend and it isn't

likely to reject anyone who comes along. I like it also because it describes exactly

what happens to someone who connects with quality. He gets filled with gumption. A person

with gumption doesn't sit around dissipating and stewing about things.

He's at the front of the train of his own awareness, watching to see what's up the track and meeting

it when it comes. That's Gumption. If you're going to

repair a motorcycle, an adequate supply of Gumption is the first and most important tool.

If you haven't got that, you might as well gather up all the other tools and put them away because they won't do you any good.

Bonjour!

And welcome to the French Kids Live Podcast, where personal development meets style.

I'm Tanya Lee, certified master life coach, and the hostess of this Party, where we explore how to live artfully and well.

Each week I'll be sharing inspiring stories, practical tips, and timeless wisdom on how to elevate the quality of your everyday

and celebrate along the way. Let's dive into today's episode.

Hey friends.

So one of the things that I often do with my clients is what I call a one word check-in.

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