The day I stopped caring to compare myself to others is a day I do not distinctly remember. However, I do remember wanting to stop because all comparing did was make me feel unhappy. That unhappiness either triggered depression or workaholism to earn more money to buy more stuff. Neither state was healthy for myContinue reading "The Comparison Weed"

My daughter is playing in a volleyball tournament this weekend. A mom of a teammate signaled to me to approach them. It seemed like they wanted to tell me something. When I got within earshot, she said, "You guys (my wife and I) have done a wonderful job with Jarah. The way she speaks toContinue reading "The Ultimate Compliment"

Honey Peacefully Sleeping on Dallas' Lap While He Works What is the #1 skill you could learn that would completely change your life? It would change how you feel about yourself. It would change how you feel about other people. It would change the narrative about your past, present, and future. It is the skillContinue reading "Mental Stillness"

There is a battle going on inside our minds 24/7. It even continues when we are sleeping in our subconscious minds. Whatever you feed your mind gets your attention and whatever gets your attention gets your heart. It will show up in your attitude and actions. Top-of-mind is a term referring to something that occupiesContinue reading "Top-of-Mind & Heart"

In 1950, Earl Nightingale was inspired by the words “we become what we think about” in Napoleon Hill’s book, Think and Grow Rich, and around the same time he bought an insurance agency. He provided weekly motivational speeches to the agency’s sales staff. In 1956, he recorded a motivational speech to be played while he wasContinue reading "Forgiveness is the Key to Success"

It seems like we've lost the ability to listen without judgment in America. Rather than create safe spaces for conversation, we're creating caged octagons that are rude, cruel, hurtful, disrespectful, and undignified. If you're reading this, I'd like to challenge you to do something. If you're game, then try it and share it with others.Continue reading "Let’s Have Coffee"

Friction is everywhere. If it wasn't, life would be easy. There'd be no resistance to anything you try to do. Choices would be a breeze. One type of friction is good. It's feedback telling you you're on the wrong path and should adjust course. Another type of friction is bad. It's a test trying toContinue reading "Friction. Choices, Choices?"

I am not afraid to die. Are you? Don't get me wrong, I don't want to die. I believe I'm here for a reason, and that purpose has not yet been fulfilled. However, I'm not afraid to die, and I live my life daily as a free person under God's sovereign will. Living well meansContinue reading "Overcome the Fear of Death to Love Your Neighbor as Yourself"