Have you been angry in the last 24 hours? Are you an angry person? There is a big difference in those statements. In the homeless shelter where I volunteer, a few men are in a constant state of discontent and anger. I consider them to be angry people-a lifestyle. We all will Read more…
“Where do you stand with the homeless?” That question was posed to me 13 years ago? I didn’t stand anywhere because I had ignored the whole problem. The homeless weren’t a problem to me; I didn’t live near their world; and maybe I didn’t really care. The problem of homelessness is now front Read more…
Clemson beats Alabama for the national title in the exciting last few seconds. Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney responding to an ESPN reporter about the win: “I told these young men to ‘let the light that is in you shine brighter than the light that shines on you.’” That comment immediately resonated with me, Read more…
Have you ever made a statement on January 1 like? a) I’m losing weight this year; b) I am going to change my hair style; 3) I am starting the job search now and I am going to “take this job and (you know the song)”. Every year I work Read more…
As a life coach, one of my challenges is to help people move through a process beginning with a dream, expanding to a vision and then to the reality of a vision fulfilled. You may ask, “What’s the difference between a dream and a vision?” A dream is an idea Read more…
What is the most amazing gift you have ever received? Were you 6, 26 or 76? At age 6, I received an American Flyer train set with real smoke, an engine & whistle sound and some real cool cars and bridges. I think my dad had more fun with it than Read more…
I am a big Seattle Seahawks fan, and of course, of QB Russell Wilson. Russell has orchestrated several successful 4th Quarter drives that ended in a victory for the Hawks. Win or lose they are fun to watch. He also brings a positive outlook on life whether winning or losing, Read more…
In my ministry to homeless men and seekers of a faith walk, I like to ask three questions: What do you believe? Is it true? What difference does it make? Perhaps this is a good exercise for all of us who hold traditional beliefs related to the Trinity. If you Read more…
Is Group Think dangerous and divisive? “Group Think” was a much discussed subject while obtaining my M.A. in Psychology and Counseling. The power of suggestion and control by a few can lead to a blind following by many. Are we in America losing the concept of individual decisions and taking Read more…
What is “thankfulness” and what is its value to you and me? It is not just a state of mind. Thankfulness requires practice as well. Let me share my story and the role of being “thankful.” At age 50, I moved from a highly paid position to a self-employed life Read more…