Feeling ordinary is a common experience, but it's important to remember that everyone has the potential to lead an extraordinary life. This concept is echoed throughout the Bible, which recounts the stories of many seemingly ordinary individuals who achieved remarkable things by placing their faith in God's plan for them. They embraced the belief thatContinue reading "The Problem of Ordinary"
Perfectly Imperfect
Jarah's 11th Birthday Cake Featuring Toothless from How to Train Your Dragon There is something profoundly beautiful about sincerely acknowledging our imperfections. Recognizing that we are all imperfect should not diminish the standard of perfection we aspire to. Instead, it should motivate us to cultivate the “fruit of the Spirit” qualities: love, joy, peace, patience,Continue reading "Perfectly Imperfect"
Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 49 – Spencer Ryan
Ordinary People. Extraordinary Conversations. If "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee" and "The Parable of the Good Samaritan" collided at an intersection, then the Neighborly Love podcast would be the result. It features casual conversations over coffee in a "virtual coffee shop" that lean into the power of empathy. It's about feeling heard, valued, and understood.Continue reading "Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 49 – Spencer Ryan"
Versus v. Verses
One of my favorite episodes of “Seinfeld” is The Opposite (S5:E22 – May 19, 1994). In the episode, George Costanza turns his life around by doing the opposite of what he would usually do. George: Every decision I’ve ever made in my entire life has been wrong. My life is the complete opposite of everthing I wantContinue reading "Versus v. Verses"
Adversity. Friend or Foe?
Adversity is an inevitable part of life. While we can’t avoid or control it, we can choose how we respond. Our reactions to challenges can either build our character or diminish our spirit. Adversity can be a powerful team builder when responded to constructively. Everyone has a role and a job to do. If oneContinue reading "Adversity. Friend or Foe?"
Conflict Reconciliation
Conflict is a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one. Reconciliation is the restoration of friendly relations. Conflict reconciliation is when we can walk hand in hand without seeing eye to eye. It is when we can agree to disagree in a peaceful, friendly manner. It's when conflict can be labeled as healthy becauseContinue reading "Conflict Reconciliation"
My Eulogy
We are here today to celebrate the life of Marc David Casciani (October 8, 1969 - September 1, 2065) and to say goodbye to a wonderful man. Death is always sad, but if there were ever a case to celebrate, this would be it. Marc David Casciani (October 8, 1969 - September 1, 2065) ForContinue reading "My Eulogy"
Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 48 – Robert J. Smith, MBA
Ordinary People. Extraordinary Conversations. If "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee" and "The Parable of the Good Samaritan" collided at an intersection, then the Neighborly Love podcast would be the result. It features casual conversations over coffee in a "virtual coffee shop" that lean into the power of empathy. It's about feeling heard, valued, and understood.Continue reading "Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 48 – Robert J. Smith, MBA"
Be a Mudder
This post was originally published on November 5, 2017, and is republished today with significant enhancements. Marc the Mudder, Circa November 1986 A mudder is an athlete who performs well in muddy conditions. When I played football as a running back, I was a mudder. Back then, most football fields were natural grass. When conditionsContinue reading "Be a Mudder"
The Art of Letting Go
Do you struggle with letting go of the past? If you do, then you're in good company. Many of us do. I'd like to share one thing that helped me with your permission. Accept that there's nothing beneficial about holding on to it. It's in the past for a reason. It's gone and you can'tContinue reading "The Art of Letting Go"
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