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Do Right Even When It Is Difficult
Have you ever worked with people who seem to have an agenda that’s different from what they were hired to do? “Having an agenda” is usually perceived negatively, implying a hidden or self-serving motive. This individual does not appear interested in supporting efforts to build a successful team. Their focus seems to be primarily on themselves and their image rather than on the collective goals of the company’s success. Before I continue, I’ll acknowledge that all of us, inclu
Mar 4


New Years Resolutions
People make New Year’s resolutions for many reasons, but mine are always grounded in self-improvement through reflection on past shortcomings. This year, I want to approach the New Year biblically—focusing on reflection, repentance, renewal, and rededication by remembering God’s faithfulness, confessing sin, recommitting to His Word and prayer, and setting eternal goals. Rather than pursuing merely worldly resolutions, I choose to trust in His guidance (Proverbs 3:5–6) and re
Feb 27


Gratitude
It is easy to get lost in time and mindlessly run through the motions of a daily routine just trying to make it to the next day. In doing this we often lose focus on everything we are grateful for. Gratitude is a very powerful tool that is often overlooked but contributes to living a happier life. Taking a moment out of each day to reflect on what you are grateful for can lighten your day. My grandma has a sign in her house that says, “What if I woke up today with everything
Feb 20


Embrace the Suck
Dwelling on the suck is not going to make it any better. Shift your mindset and remember whatever hardship you are going through is not going to last forever.
Aug 21, 2025


Minimize and Organize
Minimalism isn't just about decluttering; it’s about making space … physically, mentally, and emotionally … for what truly matters (even if what matters most is simply more space itself).
May 23, 2025


Spring is Coming, or Is It??
While we can’t control the weather, we can and should be aware of the importance of those differentiators in all our interactions with others.
May 22, 2025


The Importance of Education
Ultimately, understanding that education can give them options and choices to open doors for their chosen career opportunities.
Apr 17, 2025


Victory from Defeat… or Defeat from Victory?
Think about how this applies to you – are you the kind of person who sees defeat in everything?
Feb 10, 2025


Is It Really the End of 2024? …
I have started adopting a renewed mindset for 2025…and thus the season of change has begun.
Feb 3, 2025


Friendship
Losing contact with people as you grow up is just usually how it goes. It’s important to hang on to those special relationships
Nov 5, 2024


Ticket Stubs – the Paper Advantage...
With such a simple item as a ticket stub, that small piece of paper can act as a gateway to enjoying those memories again.
Nov 1, 2024


Perception
It gets very easy to take our lives for granted and not realize how fortunate we are to have the things we have.
Oct 25, 2024


Can We Turn Back Time?...
While we can’t turn back time, we can stay on the path of our future goals leading to our success.
Oct 24, 2024


Determination
You have to be determined to get out of bed and do the best you can with the time that is given to you.
Oct 21, 2024


Time, Our Greatest Asset...
I consider time to be my most valuable asset and so I ask myself, “am I still on track with my time-related goals?”
Oct 18, 2024


Teaching to Learn
Whether it is due to just hearing yourself verbalize, being challenged, or catching yourself saying things that are just wrong and backtrack
Jul 11, 2024


The Right Time, or is it?
Overcame 3-year decorating hurdle (hemming drapes) by tackling it head-on. Right mindset & motivation key to finally achieving long-desired
Jul 9, 2024

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