Sitting directly across from the dining hall dessert table, it was tempting to find a good reason to break from the no-sugar commitment. Two tables offered up a dozen enticing dessert selections (plus there’s a self-service hand-scooped ice cream station nearby). Freshman 15 (or 20) is a real thing, that’s how it became a phrase. […]
Tag Archives: Self
Nobody is going to tow you to success
Nobody is going to tow you to success. In this case (at this blog), we’re talking about personal peace and contentment. You must do the heavy lifting to shed what doesn’t let peace into your life. You must do the heavy lifting to eliminate distractions, medications, and entertainment that feels addictive. […]
Habits define you
Ever catch yourself examining other people’s behaviors and instantly liking or disliking certain attributes? Do you believe that what we like and dislike is a reflection of our own daily behaviors? Observing others is a great window into how we are perceived by others. This is scary for the simple reason that the […]
Nothing in excess and know thyself
Nothing in excess and know thyself. Our Son’s Latin teacher has a remarkable reputation at High School, and she was overwhelmingly chosen by the students to deliver the 2018 graduating class the commencement speech. A significant part of her speech revolved around the Enid – with the two main point being: Nothing in excess […]
How much are you worth?
How much are you worth? In business, the easiest way to get a true reading is to quit working for someone else and go out on your own. If you’re not willing to do this, it’s quite possible your sense of worth is grossly inflated. In life, in the spiritual realm – depending on […]