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he put me in a state of mind that blew out the cobwebs of fear
and allowed me to perform to my full potential.
I earned a passing grade on that check ride thanks to the
words “new day, new jet” and the wingman who delivered
them. A few months later, I earned my wings and graduated
from UPT. And now I’m challenging you to be the “Major
Free” in someone else’s life. Be the wingman who enlightens
and inspires, who “Frees” people from their limitations and
helps them find the courage to take action and to see their
limitless possibilities.
The power of this journey we are on is in recognizing the
freedom we gain when we wake up each day with a “new day,
new jet” mentality. Every new day there’s a new jet. Now, go
fly it.

WALDO’S WINGTIP

Write down the names of the top five wingmen who are your
encouragers in your life. Keep them on a checklist (maybe
even put them right up on your refrigerator) to call when
you’re overwhelmed, experiencing a stall, or losing altitude.
They can help shake you loose from the inertia of yester-
day’s lackluster performance so you can strap into a new jet
on a new day. Do something special to thank them for being
so supportive. Make it personal. The best way to thank
these wingmen, however, is to then reach out to a wingman
(or even someone you don’t even know that well) who may
be experiencing some turbulence and needs his or her spirit
lifted. Give unconditionally without expecting something in
return. Go out of your way to be a comrade of courage.