Do you take your work home with you? I encourage you to leaving your work at work. Be present for your life outside of your career. Work will still be there when you return.
Live in the present moment, wherever you are…
Author Archives: John Harrell
Facts Matter
There is so much disinformation out there, it’s a challenge to discern what is true and what is not. The truth matters. Not “my truth” which has become a pop culture saying. The truth.
When you hear or read something that gives you a visceral reaction, ask yourself some questions: is it important? Do I need to check it out to verify it? Will it affect my life if it is true?
Considering that time is precious, we must limit how much attention we give to the unimportant. Sometimes this includes people…
Shiny Toys
When your covet the next cool new thing, it only leads to dissatisfaction and disappointment.
There’s nothing wrong with wanting nice stuff, nothing at all. Having a nice home, eating at great restaurants and going to wonderful resorts for vacation is part of why we work.
When getting more and more becomes our god, then we have replaced the real God with idols. Keep your focus on things above. He will provide what we need…
Anger
There are two types of anger, irrational anger and righteous anger.
Irrational anger is fear-based. You get mad because someone cuts you off in traffic, or someone acts rudely to you. There is no legitimate reason for either of those situations to make you angry.
We should rage with anger when we see human suffering. People who are trafficked, hungry and broken should stir something within us. Collectively we can unite our anger and do something about compromised people. It begins with me…
Greed
The culture of The United States has become greed. Get more, be more and you are worth more, right?
The consequences of a greedy lifestyle are poor emotional and physical health. Relationships are compromised. People sacrifice quality of life for quantity, yet they never find contentment.
Contentment brings peace into your life. It allows you to see the value you have in the world by your mere presence. Contentment doesn’t take the place of ambition. It puts it in perspective…
Immigrants
Some of the greatest success stories come from immigrants. The people who work the hardest are the ones who appreciate the opportunity the most.
According to The Pew Research Center, most immigrants apply for citizenship. They have earned it. And we only place value in what we earn…
Relationships
Be unselfish in your relationships. Consider the needs of others before your own.
Be a light in the lives of others…
Your Best
Trying something new is exciting! When you take the time to grow yourself, commit to being the best. You may not be the second coming of Picasso or Clapton, but why not give it your best? The world deserves it…
What Ifs
Do you ever find yourself falling into the “what if” trap? What if this happens, or what if that happens? This is called worry, and worries are neither helpful or necessary. The things people worry about rarely come true. Do not waste your energy on worry.
Turn the what ifs around. What if everything turns out okay? Things always seem to work out the way they are supposed to…
Independence Day 2022
I have readers in over 100 countries. Today I ask you to allow me to celebrate the Birthday of The United States of America.
On April 19, 1775 the revolutionary war started. It lasted eight years. On July 4, 1776, the Founding Father delegates of the 13 Colonies declared our independence from the British Monarchy and the battle intensified. King George III was going to do whatever it took to put these belligerents in their place and make them succumb to his rule. He underestimated the strength of a group of people who are participating in something greater than themselves. We won our independence and have grown into the greatest “experiment” the world has ever seen. It is my hope that we continue to prosper and grow, and that we don’t destroy ourselves from the inside. Happy Birthday, America!!
