I have been learning about character my whole life. Some people would say probably that is why I am such a character today. I was born in Wisconsin, on the first day of winter. I remember long winter nights. I grew up with month after month of cold, grey, icy existence each year. Over and […]
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There are times when I wish the Universe would go just a little faster. People tell me that the Universe, the Depth, the Sacred provides what we need when we need it. They encourage people to be open and patient, and the path will become clear to them. I believe that myself. I encourage people
While checking to see what was happening on Instragram the other day, I read a post that quoted “Always Remember, Your Focus Determines Your Reality.” While not everything turns out well for the character to whom these words were spoken, they got me thinking. They became part of my focus, shaping my reality. I am
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Leaders who inspire me are shrewd. The leaders who bring out the best in me rely on practical wisdom that builds trust and respect. For one thing, they recognize what they have. The leaders who inspire me assess and activate the resources at their disposal. They do not waste time wishing they had more or
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I am not a particularly deep thinker. For a long time I lived asleep to myself, blanketed in layers of expectations and distractions. When I was finally open to listening, I started learning about contemplation. Contemplation is not about sitting still, thinking deep thoughts. For me, contemplation is a way to let go of all
Some sorrow is shared. Some is so intensely personal that we know we are the only person who feels it, who carries its pain. Some losses are fleeting. Where did I put my keys? We will play again next week. Some loss is devastating; the loss of innocence, the loss of trust, the loss of
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Gravity holds us together. Without gravity, we would float out, away from the center of the earth. We need a center of gravity. Leaders, in particular, rely on their center of gravity. It is easy for us, especially those of us who believe in the power of both contemplation and action, to begin drifting away. Gravity
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I am a curious person. Lack of curiosity just seems to be boring, like being only half awake. The world offers so many amazing things; how could anyone not be curious? For a long time, my curiosity was skin deep. I skimmed along the surface, asked to gain information, then moved on to the next
When we say that someone gave their life for something, we usually mean a particular event. We think of a person sacrificing themselves to support a specific principle, or help specific people. Countries send young people into combat knowing that they may be giving their lives for their country. Law enforcement officers and firefighters may
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I have worked with people who apparently would like to be coated with a nonstick surface. They hope that everything will slide off easily, leaving no stains or residue. They tend to see leadership as obstacles waiting to happen to them. They do not want to be blamed for any imperfections. The leaders who inspire
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