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Good Enough?
Whitney Houston co-starred with Kevin Costner in the 1992 movie "The Bodyguard". The film was a worldwide hit grossing $411 million. It was Whitney's acting debut and the soundtrack was...
Good Enough?
Whitney Houston co-starred with Kevin Costner in the 1992 movie "The Bodyguard". The film was a worldwide hit grossing $411 million. It was Whitney's acting debut and the soundtrack was...
What Is Confidence and How Do We Get It?
There are different definitions of the word "confidence" and different ways of viewing the concept. Keeping a secret - When you have a close friend or co-worker who will...
What Is Confidence and How Do We Get It?
There are different definitions of the word "confidence" and different ways of viewing the concept. Keeping a secret - When you have a close friend or co-worker who will...
The Times They Are a Changing But Some Things S...
When I grew up Boxing Day sales were a big thing. Now the trend is to make purchases on Black Friday. Many retailers are concerned about the fact that online...
The Times They Are a Changing But Some Things S...
When I grew up Boxing Day sales were a big thing. Now the trend is to make purchases on Black Friday. Many retailers are concerned about the fact that online...
Mentors - Having and Being One
Dr. Ben Carson rose from humble beginnings as the son of a single parent to become a trailblazing brain surgeon. Many of us remember the time when he separated congenital...
Mentors - Having and Being One
Dr. Ben Carson rose from humble beginnings as the son of a single parent to become a trailblazing brain surgeon. Many of us remember the time when he separated congenital...
Faith and Politics
Often, I have heard individuals say that the most controversial topics in life involve religion and politics. What they don't probably think about is the fact that most people have...
Faith and Politics
Often, I have heard individuals say that the most controversial topics in life involve religion and politics. What they don't probably think about is the fact that most people have...
Expectations and Disappointments
A few years ago I met Kate Hammett Vaughan, a wonderful soloist who was nominated for a Juno Award. We arranged for me to travel to her home in Vancouver...
Expectations and Disappointments
A few years ago I met Kate Hammett Vaughan, a wonderful soloist who was nominated for a Juno Award. We arranged for me to travel to her home in Vancouver...
Celebrate Life Regularly
This past weekend I was at a wedding reception! What a wonderful event! The bride and groom who live in different countries have each travelled extensively. She speaks seven languages!...
Celebrate Life Regularly
This past weekend I was at a wedding reception! What a wonderful event! The bride and groom who live in different countries have each travelled extensively. She speaks seven languages!...
Making Emotional Choices
Have you ever watched those television shows where individuals give up their lives to move to another country to be with a person they met online? They do all this...
Making Emotional Choices
Have you ever watched those television shows where individuals give up their lives to move to another country to be with a person they met online? They do all this...
Are You Content or Happy?
Often, I have people tell me that they just want to be happy and think that I can give them a formula! My first response is that first you have...
Are You Content or Happy?
Often, I have people tell me that they just want to be happy and think that I can give them a formula! My first response is that first you have...
Superman - The Real Christopher Reeves
Christopher Reeve was born into a wealthy family in 1952. Reeve excelled academically, athletically, and onstage. His good looks and determination combined with an excellent education led to his 1978...
Superman - The Real Christopher Reeves
Christopher Reeve was born into a wealthy family in 1952. Reeve excelled academically, athletically, and onstage. His good looks and determination combined with an excellent education led to his 1978...
A Purpose and a Plan
My friend's husband, who is a Christian believed that his purpose was to use his gift of giving in order to donated one million dollars to charity. His purpose was...
A Purpose and a Plan
My friend's husband, who is a Christian believed that his purpose was to use his gift of giving in order to donated one million dollars to charity. His purpose was...
Movie Ideas That Make Sense
Last week we talked about movie quotes that are not realistic. Following are some that might make more sense: 1. I've got a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore (The...
Movie Ideas That Make Sense
Last week we talked about movie quotes that are not realistic. Following are some that might make more sense: 1. I've got a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore (The...
Movie Ideas Lacking Realism
Movies can have a powerful influence and I frequently hear individuals who quote favourite lines from them. Unfortunately, however, not all of the things that we see or hear in...
Movie Ideas Lacking Realism
Movies can have a powerful influence and I frequently hear individuals who quote favourite lines from them. Unfortunately, however, not all of the things that we see or hear in...
Beliefs Drive Our Actions
Sometimes people tell me how much they dislike Medicine Hat. They criticize the way the streets ae laid out and find them confusing. They describe the river as "muddy" and...
Beliefs Drive Our Actions
Sometimes people tell me how much they dislike Medicine Hat. They criticize the way the streets ae laid out and find them confusing. They describe the river as "muddy" and...
Making Choices - How to Choose
Often, people tell me "I don't have a choice". They continue doing things that are unhealthy or unsatisfying even though they are miserable while doing them. I think it is...
Making Choices - How to Choose
Often, people tell me "I don't have a choice". They continue doing things that are unhealthy or unsatisfying even though they are miserable while doing them. I think it is...
We Are All Babies!
When we don't sleep and don't eat, we become just like babies - we cry! We all know this and yet we are living in a world where both sleeping...
We Are All Babies!
When we don't sleep and don't eat, we become just like babies - we cry! We all know this and yet we are living in a world where both sleeping...
Making Excuses - Not Helpful!
Sometimes people think that their behaviours are justified. Many believe that they shouldn't have to "fess up" unless they are "caught" doing something that they know deep down is not...
Making Excuses - Not Helpful!
Sometimes people think that their behaviours are justified. Many believe that they shouldn't have to "fess up" unless they are "caught" doing something that they know deep down is not...
Your Reputation
Have you ever wondered what another person did to earn the respect of others? Building a good reputation is one thing but keeping it is another. I once heard a...
Your Reputation
Have you ever wondered what another person did to earn the respect of others? Building a good reputation is one thing but keeping it is another. I once heard a...
Change Your Life In Minutes
Often, I hear people talk about how busy they are and that often they feel overwhelmed. Their lives are disorganized, their vehicles need attention and their relationships are strained. Rather...
Change Your Life In Minutes
Often, I hear people talk about how busy they are and that often they feel overwhelmed. Their lives are disorganized, their vehicles need attention and their relationships are strained. Rather...
You Can Choose
Often, I hear individuals complain about a situation in life that they do not like. It might involve their relationships, career, finances or perhaps events occurring in various places throughout...
You Can Choose
Often, I hear individuals complain about a situation in life that they do not like. It might involve their relationships, career, finances or perhaps events occurring in various places throughout...