We relish news of our heroes, forgetting that we are extraordinary to somebody too. – Helen Hayes Feats of heroism are often equated to extraordinary actions. Firefighters dashing into a burning build to save a life or police officers that run into danger to keep everyone safe. Sometimes they dedicate their lives for a worthy…… Continue reading A Hero of the Day
Some good memories of my mom were from our watching Bob Ross episodes. At the time, probably mid-1990’s, our local PBS channel would air some of his episodes Saturday mornings. Seeing a blank canvas transformed into a painting was soothing and pleasing. There was always an “ah-ha” moment, when everything came together and I saw…… Continue reading Don’t Be So Hard on Yourself
I’m a firm believer in adopting a mindset that looks at what can be done. I see opportunities to learn and grow everywhere, if we choose to see them that way. In work and life, I’ve known many that would see challenges as opportunities to overcome, and I’ve known many that see what can’t be…… Continue reading Focus on What You Can Do
There’s more to power than how much influence someone has, their rank, or how much money they have. Too often, power is often linked to those in absolute authority. The power to enact laws, to lead military organizations, or to run companies are just one type of power. We all have the power within us…… Continue reading The Power of Positivity
At best, I consider myself a casual hockey fan. I don’t follow all the games, only occasionally glance at the standings as the season goes on. As a sport, it is full of action and excitement, although sometimes I have trouble following the speeding puck. I was watching a game on a slow, lazy Sunday,…… Continue reading Small Acts of Kindness
For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction, as stated in Isaac Newton’s Third Law of Motion. Although Newton was arguing in terms of physics, I like to adopt the mindset of applying this to my personal life. For every one of my actions, thoughts, and words, there is a reaction onto others. …… Continue reading Mindful Actions for Positivity
Reputations can be fickle. Years of time and effort spent building one, can be easily undone through poor decisions and actions. An outburst or negative emotions at the wrong time, can undermine. Do not sabotage yourself. Time spent cultivating relationships, building connections, or improving through education and skill-sets are worthwhile endeavors, critical even. Investing in…… Continue reading Embrace Your Inner Mr. Spock
Deep Thinking 