Did You Finish Strong?
How the grit of Derek Redmond and the support of his father inspired the world. “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” -Confucius Did you finish strong? Whether we view this…
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What’s Your Date?
How do you respond when your life is painfully changed forever? “Even the helpless victim of a hopeless situation, facing a fate he cannot change, may rise above himself, may grow beyond himself, and by so doing change himself.…
Be My Eyes
Learn how embracing help from others can change your life (and theirs!) I can’t figure out why my teenagers would rather watch some stranger play a video game on YouTube than hang out with me. I get beyond annoyed…
You’re Not Too Old
Make a change in the new year. “Stop thinking in terms of limitations and start thinking in terms of possibilities..” -Terry Josephson Late Saturday night, many of us watched as the clock ticked toward midnight. We waved goodbye to…
In Awe of Some 2022 Numbers
But there’s ONE number that matters most. As we head toward the end of December and put a bow not only on Christmas presents, but on 2022, it’s wise to be a bit reflective about the year we’re concluding…
Are You Ready for Christmas?
John recommends a gift that all are sure to love. At a packed Great Clips last week, I was reminded that sometimes it’s the seemingly insignificant conversations and simple questions that remind us to recognize what matters most. With…
What Legacy Are You Leaving?
The lesson we can all learn from the life of Alfred Nobel. “Le marchand de la mort est mort” And with these printed words, the life of not only one man who read them profoundly changed, but so did…
Say Yes. Show Up. Come Back. Bring Friends.
This may be the most important thing you ever do for someone else. “What was the most important thing anybody ever did for you?” I was asked this question by a 15-year-old student at Desert Christian School in Tucson,…
Preventing the Holiday Hangover
Sage advice to ensure we get the most out of this holiday season. “It’s not only the scenery you miss by going fast. You also miss the sense of where you are going and why.” -E. Cantor Have you…
What Dying Teaches Us About Living
Four statements that could serve us well this Thanksgiving. Spending several decades as a hospice doctor, Dr. Ira Byock learned much about the process of death. Perhaps surprisingly, though, spending years among the dying taught him even more about…