Are You More Independent or Interdependent?
Do you find it hard to ask for help? Hard to accept it even when it’s offered? For those who answer yes, I understand. But how is that working for you? We aren’t meant to do life on our own.
Lessons Learned in the Quiet
Looking out the window in the early morning, the rest of the house still asleep, I focused on the massive pecan tree in my yard. I watched for signs of life as the day began to wake up. Birds generally sing their songs while squirrels play chase and dig for fallen pecans, but this morning…
Cross the Line
At times we feel like there is a great chasm between where we are and where we want to be. What if, in actuality, it is as small as one step?
Purpose vs. Goals
Are you purpose-driven or goal-driven? Purpose-driven people have goals, just as goal-driven people have purpose. The difference is what drives you.
Tightly and Rightly Aligned
Throughout the year, I made sure my thoughts, actions, and relationships were all tightly and rightly aligned to the legacy I want to live and leave. Do you know the legacy you want to live and leave?
The #1 Answer to People Problems
Almost every problem we have with people can be resolved by authentic, respectful communication. It provides the warmth that is lacking. The compassion that is needed. The understanding that is so greatly desired, though not often voiced.
Building Bridges (Together)
Have you ever considered yourself a bridge builder? Many people could use some bridge building in our world. Your help…our help together…could make a significant impact to bridge the gap of differing perspectives in our nation, communities, families and the body of Christ.
The Power of Personal Alignment
Increased self-awareness and alignment of your beliefs, thoughts, and emotions can significantly impact the behaviors needed to drive your success, however you define success. All of life is positively impacted when beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and actions are aligned.
Lead-Your-Ship
Several years back every time I heard the word leadership, I heard lead-your-ship. (Say it fast and they kind of sound alike.) Think of your ship as what you have been given to lead. It could be anything from your small children to a company. How are you leading your ship?
The #1 Key to Positive Change
Whether small annoyances or huge distractions, you don’t have to keep living with those negative habits, problems, and issues that affect you and those around you. Naming the issue may be hard but breaking it off is the challenge that reveals your character, fortitude, and grit.