In 1778, King George III sent an offer to the Continental Congress, hoping it would satisfy those pesky Americans. Here was his offer:

-Peace
_Trade
-American consent to British forces in America
-British aid for American public debt
-American self-rule, but under the Crown
-American representation in Parliament

We said NO! And the rest, as they say, is history…

God bless the United States of America. And Happy Independence Day! Be safe.

We live in a stressed out culture. If we are the busiest person around, we are revered by the world. As a direct result, anxiety, depression and overindulgence are off the charts. Our minds and bodies aren’t built for this type of lifestyle. Take some time for yourself regularly. Rest and recharge. Don’t feel guilty for taking care of yourself. Rest in peace…#heart #rest #peace #stress #anxiety #depression

We have news available around the clock. I’m not sure that’s a good thing. The news isn’t really news. It’s a story or narrative designed to make you afraid, and to lure you back to see what you might have missed. This keeps your brain in a constant state of “fight or flight,” which is unnatural. Want to watch something? Watch comedy…#heart #peace #limbicsystem #comedy #laughter #faith #believe

The world remains in chaos. Every time we think we see clear skies ahead, another wrench gets throws into the mix. Here’s some good news: the darkness will not remain. Hold on to hope, seek guidance and peace from your Higher Power, and look to the future with optimism and faith…#heart #future #peace #faith #believe

Where another person places their trust in you, they have allowed themselves to be completely vulnerable to you. This is the highest honor, whether it comes from a close friend, spouse or a teammate. Work hard to maintain that level of honor…#trust #heart #vulnerability #openness #compassion

We get one opportunity to live this day. Live to the fullest. Reach out and make a positive impact on someone else. Read things that make you think. And laugh. Always remember to laugh…#heart #today #mondayvibes #mondaymotivation #inspiration #laughter #love

The media wants to divide us. In 30 seconds, I share my take on this subject…

There is a difference between listening to someone and hearing them. Listening takes effort and energy. But a wise person listens more than he speaks…#heart #listen #silent #wisdom #vibes #culture

Have you ever gotten an idea so good it gnaws at you to proceed with it? I often wonder how many people this has happened to, but fear held them back. Be bold in the pursuit of your dreams…#heart #dreams #ideas #purpose #inspiration #motivation

Today’s media wants to divide us, to keep us focused on our differences. Don’t fall for it. We have far more in common than we are different. Let me ask you, have you ever experienced love, compassion, hatred, pain, happiness or sadness? So has everyone else. Let’s focus on what unites us, not our differences…#heart #purpose #love #pain #happiness #sadness #kindnessmatters