Ever feel like you’ve been taken? Did you ever shop for something and feel so dirty during the buying process that you felt you needed to take a shower afterward? Even though you were pleased with the product, you felt that the buying experience was so sleazy it made your skin crawl. What caused your… [Read More]
40 Powerful Quotes That’ll Make You Think
Take a few moments to review the following quotes. Let these words give you pause, motivate you to reflect on your life, and provide the spark to become the best you can be. You Can Quote Me On It “Do you define success as having more or being more?” “Establish priorities or be overwhelmed by… [Read More]
A Tragedy Brings Out the Best, and the Worst, in People
Some tragedies, such as natural disasters, terror attacks, or even financial crises, are beyond our control. But we do have control over how we respond to them. Some people rise to the occasion and show what they’re made of, while others… We learn what they’re made of too. The truth is, tragedy brings out the… [Read More]
It’s Time for Grown-Ups to Grow Up
Kids do crazy things, but we expect more from grown-ups, don’t we? Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Folks scream obscenities at ballgames, bully people on social media, and treat others with total disrespect. If you think this behavior is rude, insensitive, and tasteless, you’re right. But why is it so prevalent? The truth is,… [Read More]
How Well Do You Really Know Yourself?
As children, we love to play make-believe. We pretend to be a fireman, a doctor, or a ballerina. We fantasize about becoming a movie star, a star football player, and of course, a superhero. We love playing grown-up and imagining what we’ll be when we do grow up. (Are you seeing yourself in this picture?)… [Read More]
Who Cares? (I Hope You Do!)
If I asked you to describe the feeling of emptiness, you might reply, “stark, gloomy, and meaningless.” If I asked you to describe apathy, you might say, “a blank stare, a dwindling flame, or being emotionally absent.” You might even return to the word “emptiness.” Do these terms describe some people you know? Who cares?… [Read More]
Being Generous Doesn’t Cost a Penny
It’s better to give than to receive. But some folks never got that message. Instead, they claim they’re in no position to give. You’ve got to wonder if they’re being truthful or if it’s just a convenient excuse. In any case, generosity doesn’t require giving lavish gifts or money; it can simply mean giving of… [Read More]
Are People Invisible to You?
We talk down to the waitress like she’s our gofer. We shout instructions to the underling as though he’s a fool. We look away from the homeless man as if he doesn’t exist. To some folks, these people are invisible. Did you ever consider that these people have pride like you and me, they have… [Read More]
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