Yeah, I’m sure Michelangelo would NOT like to be called Mikey. However, his approach to discovering the beauty that is within is profound… You cannot pop out of the box, or marble for that matter, as a finished product. I used to hear Judge Judy say she’s “fully cooked” meaning that she had lived a …
Damn it Chris, I continue to struggle with setting boundaries and following through if a boundary is violated. I’m tired of having to redraw another line instead. What can I do to end this cycle? Signed, A line in the sand ~~~~~~~~~~ Hey a line in the sand, Thank you for this conversation… I’m sure …
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe a 19th century German poet, playwright, novelist, scientist, statesman, theatre director, and critic has been called one of Germany’s most celebrated artists. This quote highlights what many people struggle with…how to live the life of their dreams. You hear it in marketing, ads and slogans all the time. Yet, no one …
When you find yourself challenged to provide an explanation that will satisfy someone, remember this quote from Paulo. You can’t turn a “hater” into a fan with mere words alone. In fact, you may never turn a “hater.” But then, that’s their proverbial cross to carry. You…carry on. You know who you are. They never …
Gee Chris, What do you do when you feel stress and anxiety creeping in? It starts as a simple nudge, then it turns into a tidal wave if I don’t catch it. Any tips to get control of it? What has helped you stay calm in the midst of inner turmoil? Signed, Surfing the stress …
We see this all over social media, on the daily, right? People would rather put forth the “perfect” face, hair, makeup, clothing, stories so that they are “admired, envied, loved.” Little do they know that they are playing it up for nothing more than a “point in time.” Your fifteen minutes of fame… Tomorrow, there …
Thucydides, as a 5th century historian and general, would have understood this battle and what it would take to engage in the war between Sparta and Athens. The message, however old, is timeless… Whether it’s in your heart, mind or soul, whenever a battle is waging for control, your path to achieving peace begins here. …
So Chris, I have a simple, yet serious question for you. Is service to others integral to spiritual growth? Signed, A seeker ~~~~~~~~~~ Well, seeker…great question. I’m not entirely sure I’m the best qualified to answer. However, what I’m willing to do is provide my own personal perspective. I’m also going to suggest that you …
Cannot tell you how many times I have looked back on things I wanted and didn’t get…only to find out… Dodge that bullet! At this point in my life if I DON’T get something I want, I thank God! I know that I’ve likely been spared working for someone I wouldn’t have liked; gotten a …
What do we typically say when someone makes a mistake? “Well that wasn’t too smart…” Yet we know that some mistakes turn out in our favor, right? They become good mistakes… The lessons we can learn and experiences we can now draw from would NEVER have been available to us without the “beauty” of making …
