An aspiration is not just a big goal in life that you hope to achieve. It is actually about becoming the person you are meant to be. It is about changing your identity. It is a way of life that gives you meaning and purpose.

Kaizen is the foundation of continuous improvement, built brick by brick through small steps and small moments that affect or inspire positive, persistent change. In The Kaizen Way, Robert Maurer explores the power of going small to accomplish big things. Read on for my top 5 takeaways.

Within the brain is the sleeping dragon of fear. It is a defense mechanism that guards against big, risky change. Break big things down into small steps, and the dragon continues sleeping. Take too big of a step, and you must face the dragon's wrath.