It is easy for me to show empathy for people if I’ve gone through similar experiences. I grew up in a home where one of parents struggled with alcoholism so I can relate to how the disease impacts children. [Read more…] about Fall From Grace
stronger mindset
Every day I ask myself, “How can I be a contribution to humanity? How can I make a difference in the world today? How can I give to someone?” The answer always comes back to “be love, have loving thoughts, speak loving words and do loving deeds.” This simple answer guides me throughout my day. [Read more…] about Love Charts My Course
One of the keys to living an extraordinary life is staying present and in the moment. Far too much time is spent trapped in the past or worrying about the future. The happiest people are those who practice making the most of the present moment, loving themselves in a healthy way and being of service to others. It is impossible to do these things if you live in the past. [Read more…] about Let Your Past Make You Better Not Bitter
My mom taught me many valuable lessons as a kid. One of them was to always be grateful and show gratitude. She always acknowledged family and friends who made big and small contributions to our lives. She never took anyone for granted. I learned from her example. [Read more…] about Gratitude Fills Me Up
This morning I learned how I could make a small tweak to my daily routine to produce greater success in key areas of my life. In an interview with Brian Johnson on the Optimize podcast, Karen Salmansohn, self-help author and host of the radio show Be Happy Dammit, suggested creating a ToBe List. This is where you write down the kind of person you want to be. The concept resonated with me immediately. [Read more…] about Begin Your Day With A ToBe List
Ever so often I come across an old journal or notes with great ideas I had at the time. I recall being very excited. My process for making the ideas become reality always start out the same. I write a mission statement, create an outline of steps to take and make a timeline to get it all done. Then I get to work.
The difference between the project remaining an idea or being completed comes down to three things. [Read more…] about 3 Steps To Make Your Dreams Come True