When Trying Harder Doesn’t Work
Recently I was asked to verbalize four or five words that describe myself. I struggled with the request. I could think of dozens of adjectives I would like to say accurately depict who I am, but in reality, it was just a wish list. Most of the traits I long to possess pertain to character […]
The Power of Example
For years sports experts claimed it was impossible for a human being to run a mile in under four minutes. In May of 1954, Roger Bannister became the first person to shatter the assumption, running a mile in 3:59.4. By doing so, he accomplished a feat many declared impossible. Interestingly, Bannister held the record for […]
How To Thrive
A few days ago, as I was leaving to get my car repaired, I grabbed my iPad to pass the time I’d spend waiting. Later that morning, when I opened the device, the screen was black. I’d failed to charge the battery, and therefore, the perfectly good iPad was useless until I plugged it into […]
What is the Best Way to Respond To Hate?
I was in the kitchen pouring a cup of coffee when I heard a breaking news alert delivered to my iPhone. I cringed. Frankly, the news has been so gut wrenching lately, some days I fear I’ll come down with a severe case of compassion fatigue. Of course, that’s the last thing I want. For […]