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Uncommon Courage…
We love stories of bravery and courage. Remember when George McFly punched out Biff? He found uncommon courage in himself to defend the love of his life, overcoming odds in the process. We love these stories because it’s our story. We see a bit of ourselves in the uncommon hero…
False Advertising…
Madison Avenue tells us if we drink a certain beer we won’t get fat, blondes have more fun, and using certain products will make all of our problems disappear. Did not fall for it. Our minds are always working, and susceptible to suggestion. Feed your mind the truth. Only truth…
Change. Really?
Fifty years ago, the band Ten Years After released a song titled “I’d Love to Change The World.” In the lyrics, they talk of noble ideas such as feed the poor, stop war, and eliminate pollution. Yet, in the chorus the lyricist wrote, “I’d love to change the world, but I don’t know what to do.”
These world challenges are huge, almost overwhelming. But I believe we can do something about them. Change begins when we are willing to do something. Change begins with me…
The Voices in our Heads…
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There are two voices competing for our attention. One voice encourages us, while the other voice condemns us. Which voice are you listening to?
Self-Sufficiency…
It’s a challenge to remain humble in a culture that screams, “look at me.” When we consider and understand that everything good comes to us from God, we realize we aren’t self-sufficient. It’s not us. It’s Him…
Daily Affirmation…
I believe I’m Divinely guided. I believe I will choose the right path. I believe God will show me a way when there is no way…
Healing…
We allow ourselves time to heal our bodies if we are injured. Let’s do the same with our minds. If a trauma from the past is still troubling you, please seek help to work through it. Renew your mind…
Change…
Studies show that people don’t like change. Yet, there are studies that show people are dissatisfied with their lives. To lead a more fulfilling life, it’s going to require us to change our thinking which will naturally change our actions…
Communication…
When you are in conversation with others, are you fully engaged with them? Are you connected or just waiting for the right time to make your own point? Speak in a way that makes others want to listen to you. Listen well to them. You don’t have to be in agreement with them, but you must listen with your heart…
