Nowadays we try to be the loudest voice rather than be an active listener. Listening takes effort; it’s real work rather than merely hearing someone. Listening is a deeper understanding, and it is where bridge building begins. Actively listening to others doesn’t come naturally, and it’s exhausting. But when we put in the effort, the quality of our conversations grows while our worldview expands…
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Keep Going…
Every day seems the same as every other day. Working from home, isolation and lack of social interaction are taking their toll. We are not out of the woods with this global pandemic. Do something to preserve your mental health. Get outside. Call someone. Do a ZOOM Happy Hour. But mainly, just keep going…
What the Hell???
Our world is falling apart at warp speed. Can we, as individuals do something to stop it? Of course we can. Let’s be soft-hearted lions among the sheep, protecting rather than destroying. Leading with compassion rather than demands. It’s time to begin…
Kindness…
Our world needs kindness, now more than ever in my lifetime. People are struggling, fighting to make it through each day. We do not know what’s going on inside other people. Our kindness to them might lessen their burden, if just for a moment…
Listen…
Are you listening to others, or merely hearing them? There is a difference. Listening is active and requires energy. Hearing is passive and is self-serving. Listen…
Coincidences…
Have you ever had a coincidence? Here’s some truth for you: there are no coincidences. Every person you meet and everything that happens to you is for a purpose. Take a moment to look back on your life. You will see this to be true…
Voices…
All of us have two voices inside our heads, talking to us every waking moment. One voice encourages us, prompting us to pursue goodness and greater purpose. The other voice speaks fear and doubt into our minds. We have a choice: which voice do I listen to?
Moving Forward…
There are only a few days left of this unusual year. I encourage you to remain vigilant, stay strong…
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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