Respect

One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say. Bryant H. McGill I’m not always the best listener. My brain often leaves conversations without my permission. I get lost in thought or lost in a memory triggered by something said, or even just lost trying to processContinue reading “Respect”

You Are You!

Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you! Dr. Seuss I had the honor of joining a writing group with all veterans today. It’s always fascinating to hear their stories. What intrigues me in every writing group, including today’s, is how different our storiesContinue reading “You Are You!”

Quenched

Peace is a daily, a weekly, a monthly process, gradually changing opinions, slowly eroding old barriers, quietly building new structures. John F. Kennedy Wow, this is one of the most beautiful quotes I’ve shared all year. “Gradually changing opinions”— something about that line gives me butterflies. My opinions have evolved, but mostly because as aContinue reading “Quenched”

Coming At You All At Once

When it seems like everything is coming at you all at once, it probably is. Here’s a list of things to help you get through. Take a few moments to yourself. Take at least 3 deep breaths with your eyes closed Talk to someone who wants to listen to you Write your to do listContinue reading “Coming At You All At Once”

Enliven Their Hearts

You can’t win the hearts and minds of the masses unless you inspire them – you must lift their spirits and enliven their hearts. Jason Silva I’m not interested in the masses but boy do I enjoy seeing people’s spirits rise. Always remember two things: There’s a million reasons to smile. There’s a million thingsContinue reading “Enliven Their Hearts”

Expansion

Everything’s interconnected. That’s the way life is. Edwin Catmull That’s it. It’s not a secret, but when you really take a moment to connect with those around you, you realize how connected we are. Journaling helps. Taking note of your thoughts and all the things that inspire your curiosity also helps. The world around youContinue reading “Expansion”