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Focus And Opportunity
Posted on July 9, 2022July 9, 2022

Focus And Opportunity

Simply because we have committed a lot of time and energy to something does not mean that we should continue to do so.  When we find that our efforts are no longer producing the results we want, the best choice is not necessarily more effort.  Instead, we may need to pause, regroup, and redirect our … Continue reading Focus And Opportunity

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What Others Think
Posted on August 7, 2021August 7, 2021

What Others Think

When we presume to know what others think about us, not only are we putting thoughts in their heads that may not actually be there, but we are also wasting an untold amount of time and energy on something we can do nothing about.  The truth is that most people spend most of their time … Continue reading What Others Think

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A Moment Of Change
Posted on July 31, 2021

A Moment Of Change

It is possible for our entire lives to be changed in a single moment.  In fact, every single moment is changing our entire lives whether we are conscious of it or not.  But, once we are conscious of these profound moments of transformation, we begin to appreciate them and to look for them.  We begin … Continue reading A Moment Of Change

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Fleeting Moments
Posted on July 6, 2021July 6, 2021

Fleeting Moments

We only get so many moments in a day before it has passed us by, never to return.  Within each of these moments is an opportunity.  We can either cherish and enjoy these moments for the precious gift that they are or we can squander them with endless distractions and desires.  Whatever we choose to … Continue reading Fleeting Moments

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The Results Of Willingness
Posted on April 21, 2021

The Results Of Willingness

There is no use being envious of people for reaping the benefits of doing things we were never going to do anyway.  If someone has something we do not, whether it is money, power, prestige, or a relationship, being upset about this fact will not change it.  Not only that, quite often people have things … Continue reading The Results Of Willingness

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