You Can Plan for Joy

Recently, I was reminded of the value of carving out a few minutes of quiet time for myself. At one point in my life, I had a great ritual where…

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When Seeds Fall on Good Soil

I have a few houseplants in my home, and over the years, I’ve learned which ones grow better in certain lights and which don’t. Two years ago, Sanjiv Jalota gave…

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Seeds Will Land in Thorns

A farmer went out to sow his seed. 4 As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. 5 Some…

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Seeds Will Hit Shallow Soil

“A farmer went out to sow his seed. 4 As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. 5 Some…

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Build on What You Do Well

Early in my career, I figured out what I could do well and learned that I was alone. There are many people in this world, and if you aren’t good…

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Start with What You Love

When I was finishing high school, I wrote a list of everything I did not want to do, but I didn’t know what I did want to do. I was…

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Say Yes to the Dream

Throughout her life, country music legend and cultural icon Dolly Parton has spoken openly about many situations, including her faith and humble beginnings. She has made many hilarious comments and…

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We All Need a Vocation and Occupation

I have a few guilty pleasures. For example, I read People magazine, and I especially like the issue after some glamorous event. They always have pictures of unique dresses. I…

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Language Is a Vehicle

We need to go somewhere. We are stuck in a system where the people who need help far outnumber those willing and able to do the work of helping. There…

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