The will to succeed
Why do some human beings withstand unbelievable pain and suffering — trauma that is epic in its cruelty and viciousness, while others fold at the first blush of evil? What inner resource allows certain people to endure where others fail? Throughout history, something remarkable has persisted in human nature: the will to succeed.
Continue reading The will to succeedPodcast Episode 151: Look for the little things, the small things, in life. They form the basis for a happy, harmonious, and well-rounded existence.
Podcast Episode 150: We must all learn to reflect and be thankful for our piece of life. This is a gift to be treasured and appreciated.
Reflection
If I were given a day of pure reflection, what would I think of? What would come to mind? Most of us, I suspect, would be compelled to situate ourselves somewhere along a timeline. I am 30 years old, for example. From there, I would begin to contemplate my life, analyze the past, and — inevitably — plan for the future.
Continue reading ReflectionPodcast Episode 149: The one constant in life is change. We must learn how to manage its many machinations if we are to lead successful lives.
Podcast Episode 148: “Act and thou shall receive” may be only partially true, but do nothing and you are guaranteed to fail. So, take a chance on yourself and your dreams. Success may be just around the corner.
Faith
Why do I need faith? Recently, I was listening to two fascinating theologians: Dr. John Lennox, a renowned scientist and mathematician, and Dr. John Hick, an eminent philosopher of religion. Both were erudite, sincere, and attractive to listen to. Yet they differed profoundly in their views on religion and how we should understand belief in our lives.
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