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Determination…

The determined mindset is an intangible. What causes one person to make it through unthinkable circumstances, while another gives up? I believe it can be summarized in one word: hope. Hope keeps us going when there’s no reason to keep going…

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Peace…

The holidays bring a veil of peace to most people. For some, it is a time when depression accelerates. I wish everyone who reads this a peaceful season. But if you are depressed, please seek help. It will get better. Call this number if depression is overwhelming you: 800-273-8255.

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Mistakes…

Everyone makes mistakes. We can be so quick to point out the things others have done wrong. Today’s culture almost revels in this. The same culture has created the “victim” mentality, saying “the mistake I made was because…”: take your pick. Own it, ask forgiveness if you have offended someone, and move on…

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Thoughtful…

As the madness of the holidays is almost over, think of the gifts you remember. Most are not memorable, but the ones that stand out in our minds have one common thread: they were thoughtful…

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Stand Up And Stand Out!

Conformity will slowly kill you from the inside. Stand up and stand out. You were born with a unique purpose. Never allow the judgment of others to kill your dreams…

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Leading Through A Crisis…

The global pandemic has brought a crisis on this generation never seen by any of us. People are panicked, frozen with fear. It takes a special kind of person to lead through this, a person who can remain calm while everything is going to hell around them. Be that person! Lead well…

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Restoration…

The world is hard. It will beat you down. Let’s be the ones who respect and restore others, not knock them back down or judge them harshly. Extend kindness to others, even when they don’t deserve it…

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Gifts…

It’s the wonderful season of Christmas! People are planning and preparing for their holiday celebrations. In many homes gifts will be exchanged. But the greatest gift of all is available for us to give year round. That gift is our time…

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