I read somewhere recently that Paul Gaudio, Global Creative Director of Adidas once said; 

“Every athlete wants to be better, but many don’t want to change.” 

I think that applies to so very many people in so very many scenarios. 

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Not sure about YOU, but I constantly struggle with focused productivity, time management and self-imposed stress. 

Some days just a little and other days…well…a lot. 

How about you? 

If that is you…the answer to our dilemma may be in better…

We all have it... 

Sometimes, it appears relentless… 

It chases you, it finds you and sometimes it feels like it conquers you… 

But…in truth, 

“The absence of stress is death!” 

So, let’s not go there… 

Today…get on that horse and…

Most everybody seems to enjoy a good story…I bet you do too? 

I know I do…especially when the story is told well. 

Somewhere recently, I even read that storytelling has earned its place as one of the most important traditions…

My good friend Rich Schlentz wrote this article on his blog in December 2019 and was kind enough to let me share it with you… 

I think he's spot on, and you can connect with Rich and his wife Sarah…

The word harmony is music to my emotions (of course it sounds good to my ears too). 

Harmony is that beautiful feeling of life flowing with focused energy and a controlled level of stress. 

You may have even experienced harmony…

We all struggle with doubt…it’s a normal and natural trait. 

So, what do you do when you’ve found yourself there? 

Recent research says you should - 
1. Take a walk 
2. Find a quiet spot and meditate 
3. Take a…

“When you wish upon a star, 
Makes no difference who you are, 
Anything your heart desires, 
Will come to you…” (Jiminy Cricket-Pinocchio) 

“I wish, 
More than anything, 
More than life, 
More than jewels, 
More than the moon…” (Into the Woods) 

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On this day…as my family and many families of the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, may our Heavenly Father also bless YOU this and every day. 

And...whatever you are doing, and wherever you are, I hope you recognize…

I awoke much earlier than I wanted a couple days ago while in Little Rock at the conclusion of a long week of traveling and speaking. 

My earlier than normal rise was caused by a thought that really struck me…

It’s pretty amazing….that…we’re coming to the end of another decade (how can that be)? 

With that thought in mind, right now is a really good time to begin a process of evaluation. 

Evaluate your year. 

Evaluate this past decade. 

See…

I love this time of year. 

Fall is beautiful and my part of the world is cool and very colorful. 

But more than anything, I so enjoy the wonder of a thankful heart. 

And…we really have so much to be…