There will always be circumstances that will test your integrity. Will you be up for the challenge? Having integrity is not always easy. Especially when, far too often, we see …
Attitude – The Good, The Bad, and The Unfortunate
“I can’t hear what you’re saying, you’re actions are speaking too loud.” – Author Unknown Having attitude can be a very good thing. Possessing courage in stressful situations is an …
Understanding Our Past to Make a Better Future
“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” – George Santayana When we forget our past, we’re bound to repeat it. That’s just as true for …
Having Purpose Beyond Your Career
Recently, I heard that many retirees suffer from a lack of “purpose.” It occurs once they retire from their career(s). It’s as if that they’ve only lived to work. I …
Take the Initiative – Be Squared Away
It was close to 5:00 pm EST on one Friday afternoon. At the time, I was stationed at Fort Eustis. It’s located just outside of Newport News, Virginia. Before we …
Do Your Best – Your Absolute Best
You never know who might be watching. Recently, I was approached by a man after martial arts class. He told me that he appreciated my intentionality in class. That I …
Time Management for Procrastinators
Many of the procrastinators I know don’t necessarily want to be late. Or necessarily want to wait until the last minute to finish something. They’re often simply don’t grasp the …
Students for Life – Learning Beyond School
It was an early morning, that first day of school after summer break. “Do I have to go to school?” the twelve-year old version of me asked my mom. “Yes,” …
Helping Shy People Start Conversations
A common misconception that shyness and introversion are one in the same. The misconception is that they’re both afraid of talking with others. It’s not that introverts don’t like to. …
Change Management – For Change Haters
“But we’ve always done it this way,” are said to be the seven most expensive words in business. And it’s a common expression when change is being introduced. For many, …