A few years ago, my wonderful mother-in-law got me an excellent Christmas gift. She usually gets me good gifts anyway. I love flashlights and it seems like she gets me a new one every year. I love peanuts, and she typically gets me a large container of Virginia Diner gourmet peanuts. Wow! My mouth is […]
Finances are important when it comes to running a business. I have had money, and I haven’t had money. It is better to have it. If you are not making money, you will not be in business long. So, how does an entrepreneur reach their financial goals? Do something you are passionate about. Money is […]
Today we will look at our general purpose. Not only does everyone have a specific purpose that is unique to each individual, we also have a general purpose as humans. This purpose is not unique to individuals. It is universal for all mankind.
Opportunity may be at your door, but if you are not ready it does not matter because someone else will be. It may be the next person you meet…
Many of us were told lies when we were kids. An adult would go to put medicine on a scratched knee and they would say, “Now this will not hurt a bit.” We trusted them and they put the medicine on and “OUCH!” did it burn! Then they would say, “Well, of course, it’s going […]
If the attitude of the plane is not right as it lands on the runway it may be an extremely rough landing. If the attitude is bad enough it could mean injury or even death.
The same is true for us. Our attitude determines our altitude. Our attitude determines where and how high we go in life.
Time cannot be moved or adjusted, therefore it cannot be managed, but I can manage my priorities. If I try to manage my time I will fail, but if I properly manage my priorities then I can be more productive.
It’s going to be okay. Those times when you felt it would be better if you were not here, it turns out that things are actually better because you are here.
Johnny Cash was having a meal with Bono (the lead singer for U2) and they both bowed their heads to pray. Johnny Cash prayed and thanked God for the food, friendships, forgiveness, and salvation. After the prayer Johnny Cash raised his head and said to Bono, “I sure do miss the drugs, though.”
One of the important aspects of achieving our goals is often overlooked. That aspect is…. the obstacles in our way. What role do obstacles play in our journey to achieve our goals? Obstacles, when looked at correctly, can often help us reach our goals. “We also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering […]