There is a lot of noise in the world today. So much of it is just that: Noise. But there is also truth beneath the noise. In my own community, I deal with noise that consists of gossip, people turning on each other, and just plain exhaustion over the situation. Through all this, the truth … More Truth Beneath the Noise
The easiest way I have found to change my life was to change my thinking. Sounds simple? But how does that work? Within the general population, there is a strong tendency to focus on the negative. (This is actually scientifically proven. It is called Negativity Bias) I am no exception. Globally, we need to learn … More Change Your Thinking … Change Your Life
I have written several articles over the past years on gratitude. Today, I want to talk about Living in Gratitude, especially during times like these, when the world seems upside down! Last week, while discussing gratitude after a Sunday service, one of the group members asked me how I managed to survive the fire that … More Living in Gratitude
I have days when I need to quiet my mind. Life still goes on around me, but it feels like I need a ‘time out.” Dealing with the games my mind plays on me, I know when I am on a downward swing. A few days ago, I felt like I was on top of … More Quiet My Mind
Focusing on the goal is important in sports, but it is just as important when trying to accomplish an important task in life. Do you have times when you are trying to complete a task, go in a new direction, or start a new project, only to get sidetracked? Life happens, obstacles loom, or nay-sayers … More Focusing on the Goal
Amid the turmoil around us, I look for an awakening. While I look, I listen to other spiritual leaders for inspiration. One of those leaders is Rev. David Alexander, D.D. In his article “What About the Road?,” he explores the biblical story of the Good Samaritan. If you are not familiar with the story, you can find … More An Awakening?
Earlier this week, we commemorated Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. For me, it brought back memories of watching his beautiful speech: “I Have a Dream.” Even as a teenager growing up in an area where there were very few black folks, I could feel the intensity of his words. His passion was unmistakable! Despite the … More I Have a Dream
Despite my very busy week, I found time to contemplate a recent quote I read, which I am calling “Brilliant Blaze”! I would rather that my spark should burn out in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry-rot … The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall … More Brilliant Blaze
In a world of turmoil, it is a daily challenge to live in the world but not be part of the messiness of it. Or maintaining a spiritual life within despite the chaos around us. I am fortunate! Although I live in an area where I can’t always connect with like-minded spiritual people, I have … More Maintaining a Spiritual Life
I grew up learning that we don’t mix politics with religion. As I grew older, I found it was more important that, whatever our personal views, we express love to others. In other words, if the state of the world, the politics of a country, or the thoughts of society are based and shared in … More Express Love to Others