You Have The Power To Make An Impact

So often one of our biggest barriers is that we grossly underestimate our personal power.  We shy away from embracing the sometimes daunting realization that we have the potential to change lives, to alter the course, to impact our organization and our community for...

How To Learn From Conflict

When it comes right down to it, many of our conflicts are about a lack of respect as much or more as the facts or issues at hand.  Think about it this way – when we are in a conflict with someone, what would it look like if our inner thoughts magically printed out on...

The Real Questions We Should Be Asking

When our heads hit the pillow at night, what are the questions which run through our minds?  How can we make an assessment of how our day went?  Henri Nouwen has a few suggestions: “Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone’s face? Did I say...

The Tipping Point

Do you ever feel discouraged about your progress in some aspect of your life?  Well, your achievement of excellence may not be as far off as you think.  Think about water.  At 211°, water is hot. At 212°, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And steam can...