The threat of a consequence is a very effective push structure, since human beings are genetically designed for “fight or flight”, when threatened. So, consequence works well, but it is expensive to our bodies, minds and hearts. Pleasure is a better, more sustainable, less costly approach. This is not peacock-feather hedonism, instead, it’s more like joy. Joy happens when your whole person is engaged (mind, heart, soul, body), integrated and working together seamlessly. What would your day be like if you were motivated by pleasures instead of avoiding or attempting to stay one step ahead of a consequence? We’re pulled by pleasures, but we’re pushed by consequences.

Carpe diem,