I am amazed at the impact that a single three-letter word can have on a statement. My thoughts were spurred by a wise friend who sent me a short list of “Mighty Middle Affirmations.” The key to each of these short phrases is a single tiny word “and.” For me, this was a simple yet poignant reminder that we are more than one thing, thought, or idea. We, humans, have the ability to be more.…
Even on the darkest days, there is a rainbow somewhere. You simply must not let the rain stop you from finding it.
No act of kindness ever goes unnoticed. You might not see who benefits or appreciates your gift. But every positive act adds to our world and inspires someone else to pass along kindness to others.
Life is not about what happened. Nor is it about what will happen. It is all about how you live in the moment you are in now. 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 AMY! Amy is a Florida resident and was self-employed in the dog care field from 2006 –…
Leadership is not about blazing a path as much as making sure that everyone reaches the destination or group goal. A great leader is often found encouraging and helping the last group member reach their greatest potential and complete the task.
If someone is judging you by the way you look or how they perceive you, it is their loss. They cannot possibly know the size of your heart or the level of your desire from your outward appearance. Know that what matters is always what is inside you. And trust that anyone who matters also knows what makes you special.
Human contact goes far beyond just being near enough to another person to physically reach out and touch them. You can be thousands of miles apart, but your kind words can easily touch someone’s heart. Or you could be passing on the street and simply hold a door for someone. That simple act shows concern, compassion, and caring for a person who might otherwise be feeling very alone and isolated. Even with today’s health concerns,…
When you look toward the horizon, you are looking into the future. You are seeing where you will be after just a few more hours of riding the rotation of our planet. And what that future holds can be a magical and magnificent as you make it. Look to the future to find the bridge between the world you have right now and the world you want to have.
Anyone will tell you that you can’t walk on water. But is that really true? I believe you can as long as you are willing to put in the work to find the right tools to make it happen. In the case of walking on water you just need a surfboard. The secret is that there is no secret. You just need to have the desire to work until you find a solution to the…
Doing the right thing has nothing to do with seeking approval or accolades from those around you. Doing the right thing allows you to look in the mirror and feel pride rather than shame.