The following statements are from two influential people in American history. Try to guess who they are and when the statements were made. Statement #1: “An informed patriotism is what we want. Are we doing a good job of teaching our children what America is and what she represents in the long history of theContinue reading "American (Servant) Leadership"
A Person to be Loved
In my 54 years on Earth, I don’t recall a time like this. Our top two presidential candidates literally hate each other. They won't, they can't debate in a constructive, civil manner. It feels like the trash-talking that occurs before the boxing match or MMA fight. That has a domino effect on the rest of ourContinue reading "A Person to be Loved"
Today is the Only Day We Have
The essence of life is to love, and the essence of love is to serve. Love is an action that fuels our joyful living and healthy relationships with others. If we get relationships wrong, nothing else matters. Here are some relational best practices, no matter your race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexualContinue reading "Today is the Only Day We Have"
Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 42 – Presbytera Kristina Abernathy
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 42 – Presbytera Kristina Abernathy"
Sent In Love.
What if everywhere you went this week, physically as well as virtually, you imagined you were sent in love? Your mission, your purpose for being there was to touch someone’s heart in the moment. To reach them at a human level because of something you noticed, felt, and heard them say. Imagine for every conversation,Continue reading "Sent In Love."
The Neighbor Economy
The Neighbor Economy is a free market and free will system characterized by spontaneous, decentralized decisions through which individuals invest in a joyful heart and return generosity to meet the needs of others. It’s a perpetual cycle of joy, generosity, gratitude and grace. Joy In the context of the Neighbor Economy, joy is not aContinue reading "The Neighbor Economy"
The USA’s DNA
Not all conflict is good. However, when handled properly, conflict is constructive and healthy. In fact, the ability to build a cohesive team requires it. Without the free expression of opinion, one is unable to feel a sense of ownership and consequently be committed to the cause. The founders of the United States of AmericaContinue reading "The USA’s DNA"
The Business of Busyness
It seems like an oft-asked question at the start of business conversations is, “How are you?” A typical response is, “Busy.” I can’t help to wonder why so many people say that and what it really means. Is it a good busy or bad busy? I know many people who profess to be busy butContinue reading "The Business of Busyness"
Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 41 – Joel Friend
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 41 – Joel Friend"
Endeared to Lead
What makes a person go all out for someone else? What is it about a person that endears him or her to others, so much so they are willing to follow him or her wherever they lead? There are two common characteristics these types of leaders possess: The Servant-Minded Brain Empathy – they have compassion forContinue reading "Endeared to Lead"
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