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May
22
(You Get to...) Choose Your Pain

(You Get to...) Choose Your Pain

When it comes to pain...we can choose. When it comes to hardship...we can choose. In fact I want to encourage you today, that you can choose your hard. In fact, I would argue you likely already are.
4 min read
May
15
Okay, So Life Is Hard...Now What?

Okay, So Life Is Hard...Now What?

Give a level 3 problem level 3 effort and give a level 10 problem level 10 effort.
3 min read
May
08
"The Sooner You Learn This Lesson, the Better"

"The Sooner You Learn This Lesson, the Better"

The more we believe life "should" be easier, the more difficult it will be. Because we will lead to a constant state of frustration, blame and hopelessness.
2 min read
Apr
10
Let This Be a Lesson to You...And Me (Reflections on the Recent Ice Storm of Central Ontario)

Let This Be a Lesson to You...And Me (Reflections on the Recent Ice Storm of Central Ontario)

It was seemingly out of the blue that life around here went from normal to chaos...and everyone was in the same boat trying to survive.
2 min read
Mar
27
Still Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This...

Still Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This...

The headlines would lead most of us to think the end is near! But of course, that's what they want you to think, so you will keep watching. We have a hard time looking away from an accident (I dare you to try) and the media outlets know it.
3 min read
Mar
20
Does Your Life Feel Out of Control? ...Try This

Does Your Life Feel Out of Control? ...Try This

If you want to combat the chaos and overwhelm you're currently facing, then get back to basics.
2 min read
Jan
23
I'm Sorry, But...January, A High School Reunion or An Upcoming Vacation Are Stupid Reasons to Make a Change

I'm Sorry, But...January, A High School Reunion or An Upcoming Vacation Are Stupid Reasons to Make a Change

If you really want to create lasting changes in your life, then I would suggest you consider the question, "Why do I want to change?" before you choose what to change.
3 min read
Jan
09
Love Your Children (& Grandchildren) Like a Capitalist, NOT a Socialist

Love Your Children (& Grandchildren) Like a Capitalist, NOT a Socialist

When Arthur walked into the hospital room and saw his brother for the first time, he leaned in and kissed him. Secure in the fact I'm sure that he wasn't going to be loved any less, because this guy just showed up.
3 min read
Dec
19
There's Nothing Magical About Christmas

There's Nothing Magical About Christmas

I know you hear this sentiment on a regular basis...movies and commercials are littered with statements, like "Enjoy the magic of the season."
2 min read
Nov
28
What Does "Teach Us to Number Our Days" Mean?

What Does "Teach Us to Number Our Days" Mean?

I recently turned 59 and I'm as healthy as I've ever been in my life...but the reality is, I have no idea how long I have...how many days I have left.
2 min read