Fulton Sheen, theologian, said “Our personal dispositions are as windowpanes through which we see the world as either rosy or dull. The way we color the glasses we wear is the way the world seems to us.” Personal dispositions To … Continued
Which produces better results, selfless or selfish behaviors? Background This blog post was triggered by a comment after last Sunday’s Super Bowl game. Rams’ wide receiver, Cooper Kupp, upon being named most valuable player, said “I don’t feel like I … Continued
I recently lost a dear friend, Stephen Hager (opens in a new link) whom I remember as much for his kind, generous, encouraging nature as his neuroscience work. Stephen, along with his wife, Deanna Phelps, made neuroscience understandable, practical and … Continued
If you’d like to enjoy greater influence, train your mind to think counterintuitively…to see things that others don’t see. We enjoy the company of those who are likeminded. Why wouldn’t we? They affirm our beliefs. But what if they’re as … Continued
For many, leisure is something that is relegated to retirement years. How sad? For leisure is an essential element of joyful living and good health. Age-old problem This isn’t a new development. Fulton Sheen, theologian, in the 1950’s, said “Never … Continued
Acceptance has two forms: perseverance and resignation. The distinction has a powerful impact on your ability to live life fully. Perseverant acceptance There is a form of acceptance in which we acknowledge what exists while continuing pursuit of what we … Continued
If you seek clarity, you must contrast ideas and opinions. Background It’s an early January morning. We’ve just had a light dusting of snow. Behind my house is a wooded ravine that deer use in their travels and to get … Continued
As we evolve to higher levels of awareness our evolution becomes apparent in the language we use. Background This came to me recently as I realized that I was using the wrong language in responding to questions and comments I … Continued
In The Wisdom of Fulton Sheen (opens in a new link), the May 18th entry says “Heaven is a city on a hill, hence we cannot coast into it; we have to climb.” I couldn’t agree more. I feel fortunate … Continued
Frustration is an inevitable aspect of the human condition; the question is “Are you dealing with it effectively? There are three ways in which we typically deal with frustration. We: Nurture it. Set it aside. Avoid it. Let’s explore each … Continued