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…
Read MoreBuild 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…
Read MoreBe Mindful So That You Are Paid or Rewarded
In life, most of us will need to work. What you do for work needs to follow what you love and what you can build on. I was happy to…
Read MoreStart 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…
Read MoreSometimes You Have to Think “start over.”
At my last job, a board member asked me a profound question: “What would you create if you had a blank slate?” You don’t have any existing systems. You don’t…
Read MoreSay 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…
Read MoreWe 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…
Read MoreLanguage 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…
Read MoreSometimes You Have to Think “Start Over”
At my last job, a board member asked me a profound question, “What would you create if you had a blank slate?” If you don’t have any existing systems, didn’t…
Read MoreLet’s Get Clear on What We Mean
I have really enjoyed the Spring this year. Even though my allergies did kick up, the flowers and flowering trees were amazing. I grew up where planting something in a…
Read MoreI Have a Dream That Your Mental Health Will Be Valued as Much as Your Physical Health
Years ago, I attended a series of meetings held by the Scattergood Foundation, where the learning was dynamic, energizing, and refreshing. I presented in one of those meetings and enjoyed…
Read MoreToday is Way More Than Furniture
As a child, my parents rented a home next door to my grandmother. It was what people today would call a tiny house. As our family grew, the dining room…
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