Ask someone who grew up in poverty what it’s like to put food on the table, and they’ll tell you peace of mind is precious. Ask someone who escaped oppression what it’s like to live in the USA and they’ll tell you how grateful they are to be free. Ask someone who survived a serious… [Read More]
10 Ways to Strengthen Your Self-Confidence
You Say You’re Kind, But Are You?
Many people like to think of themselves as kind, and to some extent, they are. Claiming this quality makes them feel good, and small acts of generosity may make them look good too. But some only see themselves this way because they’ve set the bar low — either convincing themselves they’ve cleared it or simply… [Read More]
The Most Famous Author You’ve Never Heard Of
You probably don’t know his name — but you should. He’s the author of 13 books — endorsed by Stephen R. Covey (famous author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People), presidential candidate Ross Perot, and NFL Hall of Fame coach Bill Parcells. He’s appeared on the cover of a national magazine, and his… [Read More]
Noise: Loud, Proud, and Often Wrong
Imagine trying to have a civilized conversation while your kids are screaming for your attention. It’s unnerving. That’s exactly what it feels like to get through the day bombarded by clickbait, nonstop solicitations, and social media rants. Is the noise getting to you? And that’s only half the problem. The sheer volume of information in… [Read More]
Finding Enough in a World of More
Have you ever searched for your glasses, only to find them perched on your head? You’re not alone. We often hunt high and low for what matters most, only to find it right in front of us. The same can be said for happiness. For some, it’s a shiny new car, a bigger house, or… [Read More]
Are You Better Today Than You Were Yesterday?
Have you ever marveled at how quickly kids grow — both mentally and physically? The most rapid development occurs between birth and age five, when nearly 85% of the brain is formed. After that, growth slows, shifting from rapid expansion to steady refinement. Learning and growth, however, continue throughout life as skills sharpen, thinking deepens,… [Read More]
Beyond Me, Myself, and I
What happens when texting replaces real conversation, video games replace time with friends, online browsing replaces in-person shopping, and working from home replaces going to the office? As people grow more isolated, they focus more on themselves and less on their relationships. That creates a “me, myself, and I” world — where kindness, cooperation, and… [Read More]
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