Startday Mindset: How a Handful of Rice and a Big Dream Can Change Everything

DREAM BIG by BOB GOFF.

🌾 Key Takeaways from Chapter 28 – Ground Effect:

1. The India Experience & the Rice Jars:

• Bob visits a humble church in India serving former bonded laborers.

• Two clay jars were used: one for giving rice and the other for taking—symbolizing generosity and trust.

• Nobody policed the jars, yet they were never empty.

2. Putting This Into Practice:

• Bob replicated the rice jar idea at a conference in the U.S. using two bowls: one for giving, one for taking.

• This symbolized a community economy based on generosity and faith.

3. Find Your Tribe:

• "Find a community of people who want to help one another..." – This message encourages surrounding yourself with like-minded dreamers and givers.

4. “Startday” Concept:

• Don’t wait for the perfect day—just start. Make up a new day if needed and call it “Startday.”

• Your ambition is worth it—all of it.

5. Land the Plane (Don't Just Circle the Dream):

• Many hover over their dreams in planning mode.

• The chapter pushes you to “get your wheels on the ground.” Start. Land. Act.

6. Pilot Wisdom Analogy (Pitch, Pick, Point):

• Pitch: Push forward instead of pulling back in fear.

• Pick: Choose where you want to land (your ambition).

• Point: Keep aiming and focusing at it.

• Don’t lose sight of your dream. Fix your eyes like Paul talks about fixing eyes on Jesus.