I Shall Use My Time
How the latest James Bond film reminds us to harness the best of life. After finishing dinner last Sunday, the boys asked if we could all see a movie. They knew their grandpa wanted to see the new James…
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Let’s Have a Discussion
How loving, open-minded conversations about faith can benefit us all. “Conversation means being able to disagree and still continue the discussion.” ― Dwight MacDonald I’ve had the pleasure of hearing some of the most remarkable speakers in the world…
The Difference Between “I Have To” and “I Want To”
How shifting your mindset can change what you see. “We do not have to love. We choose to love.” ― M. Scott Peck There is a significant gap between living from a place where we feel obligated to perform…
Embrace the Unknown
The problem with forecasts Four years ago, the city of St. Louis braced for a massive winter snowstorm. With a cold front advancing from the north, and a substantial line of powerful storms approaching from the south, a mighty…
Seeking a State of Joy
Why happiness shouldn’t be our goal “If you give me your phone, I’ll be happy.” Looking up at me with his blonde hair swooping across his forehead and his blue eyes radiating light, my youngest son Henry shared the…
What Makes Us Human
Dennis Gillan shines a light on mental health. When fires ignite, cancers attack, or tragedies strike, we lean into our community for support, prayers and love. But often when the invisible challenges of depression, bipolar disorder, or mental illness…
The Real Work
John O’Leary helps us identify what matters most. Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to speak at a sold-out event, in a magnificent room, with contagiously passionate energy exuding from all those gathered. The audience was so enthusiastic…
Irreplaceable
John O’Leary shares about a cherished, irreplaceable colleague and reminds us that leaders impact most by showing others they matter. irreplaceable adj. incapable of being replaced, totally unique; impossible to replace if lost or damaged. To positively impact more…
The Gift of Silence
John O’Leary shares the gift he found in the silence after losing his voice to laryngitis and what it taught him about relationship. Nearing the end of a hectic week of speaking events, it was obvious I was getting…
Many Hands for Haiti Founder Shows: One Person Can Make a Difference
John O’Leary shares the story of Tim Brand, Founder of Many Hands for Haiti, and reminds us that we one person can make a difference. After yet another catastrophe devastating our neighbors in Haiti, I wanted to share with you the…