There are so many things that we take for granted each day as “just a part of life,” when that is not the case for everyone. I’m not talking about luxury vehicles, spacious homes, or an abundance of things. I’m referring to important things, like the ability to see the smile on the face of a loved one. Or that look of joy in that special someone’s eyes when you return home each night. Or…
There are many times in life when you will question yourself or a choice that you have made. But on the hopefully rare occasion when a loved one turns his or her back on you and walks away, never give up on yourself, your ability to love again, or your worthiness to accept someone else’s love. No one is perfect. And we must offer our love knowing that and accepting that fact about anyone whom…
No one lives the perfect life. That is just not a reality. And to believe that another person’s life is perfect is naïve and unrealistic. This is just a simple fact that all adults must come to terms with. Once that challenge is met, the second step is to accept the fact that you need to find comfort, satisfaction, and happiness when your life is good enough. This is not to say that you must…
We are each but a tiny vessel navigating our way across the sea of life. We can choose to visit many ports to gather experiences and knowledge. But we also have the ability to set sail and leave any port behind. Once we make the decision to go, it is our own choice what we choose to carry with us from each port. We must choose wisely and never carry too much weight/baggage from a…
Never saddle yourself with the responsibility and weight of the mistakes that others make. If someone has treated you poorly, it was that person’s choice to do so. We all have the ability and responsibility to choose how we act, even when wronged, hurt, or mistreated. By lashing out, retaliating, or hurting others, we are choosing to allow someone else to influence our actions. Walk away knowing that you have made a choice to retain…
For most of the world, Monday marks the beginning of a new work week, which is not something that we all can embrace. But take just a moment to put the day into perspective. Many people are trying to find a way to regain control of their emotions and life after the loss of a loved one, a marriage, or the income that supported their family. So if your day is the beginning of yet…
You are enough to bring happiness to others. you are enough to contribute your gifts and talent to society. You are enough to be a good spouse, parent, child, sibling, and friend. You are enough to add to the success of your business or employer through your hard work. You are enough to reach your goals both on a personal and professional level. You are enough to build a life filled with happiness, gratitude, and…
I got my first pet when I was 9. A Bassett Hound named Clementine. My family and I bought her from a local breeding family who was selling her after a complicated birth required Clementine to be spayed. All the years we were blessed to have her, there were never any dull moments with Clementine. Once she ate a whole loaf of bread. Another time Clementine ate half of a chocolate cake. But the…
True leaders never position themselves far out in front of their team because that distance creates diminished communication. Great leaders know that only close contact will allow them to understand and relate to their team and their team’s needs. When they are not in the thick of things, they can often be found near the “back,” shepherding/mentoring those who have fallen behind and could become separated from the rest of the team. A great leader…
There are some thoughts that you will never hear a dying person utter… -I wish I had spent more time at work. -I focused too much time on my children when they were young. -I wish I had not been so forgiving. -I should have traveled less. -I wasted so much time reading books. -I should never have followed my dreams. Sadly, this list goes on and on, as does the list of things that…