Life can make us all appear a little worn down. It’s like finding a seashell that is covered in sand and seas weed. It doesn’t look like anything special. But when you take a minute or two to wash away all that is obscuring it, you discover something spectacular. It was just hidden under the trappings of its world. Humans can also become encrusted by the daily grind, and it takes a little while to…
The most amazing gift we humans have been given is our ability to grow. We are living, breathing creatures who are meant to learn and change throughout our lifetime. Embrace your ability to become a better person and appreciate that those around you are working towards the same goal.
Records are never set by the timid. Go out and push yourself. Be bold. Be brave. And have faith in yourself and your abilities. Set the bar so high that others are inspired to work harder and find new dedication to become the best that they can be.
Every obstacle in your life has a purpose or lesson to teach. The goal might be to teach you to think outside the box, learn to see from a new perspective, or make peace with a change in plans. You might be meant to learn patience, understanding, or even empathy. Or this might simply be another opportunity to look in the mirror and see all of the potential that lies within your heart.You will overcome…
Think back to your childhood and being punished for something that you did wrong. How many times were you told to go to your room and just think about what you did and why it was wrong? Over the past year, we have all spent some time in what might have felt like an adult time-out. And many of us have given a lot of thought to our actions, lives, and plans for the future.…
Almost everyone is familiar with the mob or herd mentality. It describes how people’s behavior can be influenced when they are a part of a large group or want to gain acceptance into a group. Most often, the choices are emotionally based rather than rational. So why not harness this desire to fit in and use it for the benefit of the entire world? Imagine if everyone focused just a tiny amount of energy each…
Nobody deserves to be continuously put down. Yet there are people out there who thrive on making others feel bad. Get rid of them! They are not worth your time! Walk away and move on to the life you were meant to live. Please join me in thanking Amy for her contribution this week and every Sunday! Her words, thoughts, and gifts enrich each reader and add immense value to this website. Thank you…
Many times in life we ask the question “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” The answer to this question is found in the parable of the Good Samaritan, when Jesus answers the expert in the law “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.” Through this parable Jesus teaches three important things.…
Life is a lot like this library wall. It is your choice to see it as a pile of old papers covered with dried ink stains or view it as a resource offering unlimited potential.
When you feel like there is no hope or solution in sight, trust your heart and your intuition to guide you in the right direction. All of the challenges that we face are placed in our paths to teach us the lessons we need to learn to reach our greatest potential. On your darkest and most challenging day, remember that great challenges prepare you to do great things in this world.