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,ContinueContinue reading “Sent In Love.”
Category Archives: Self-improvement
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 aContinueContinue 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 AmericaContinueContinue 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 butContinueContinue reading “The Business of Busyness”
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 forContinueContinue reading “Endeared to Lead”
Mind Over Emotions
What is the foundation upon which you live your life? Does your mind rule your emotions or do your emotions rule your mind? Do your daily decisions flow from how you feel, or do they flow from a posture of your heart that is properly aligned with who God says you are and what HeContinueContinue reading “Mind Over Emotions”
The Three Most Important Values in Your Life
Can you name the three most important values in your life right now? If you can’t, then you certainly can’t live by them. Why is this so important? Because if you don’t decide what’s most important in your life, other people are going to decide for you. They’re going to push you into their mold,ContinueContinue reading “The Three Most Important Values in Your Life”
Working for the Good
Whether you realize it or not, there is a spiritual war over your mind. It’s the classic good versus evil match-up. Who wins is determined by you. Your mind doesn’t care who wins, but it reveals who wins. Good vs. Evil Every day is a new battle in the war. Your incremental preparation, training, andContinueContinue reading “Working for the Good”
Strengthen Your Empathy Muscle
Since I was 12 years old, I’ve lifted weights. It’s still a habit of mine 42 years later. Over the years, my objectives have shifted. Early on, I was focused on core strength for playing football. After college, I was more interested in muscle mass and density and contemplated body-building. As a husband, father, andContinueContinue reading “Strengthen Your Empathy Muscle”
The People We Pass By
Our days are filled with passing by other people. Whether it’s on foot or by car, I can’t help but wonder more and more about the story of those who enter and exit my field of vision. You see, I’m intentionally trying to master my situational awareness, especially as it pertains to other human beings.ContinueContinue reading “The People We Pass By”
