As most of you know, I have a passion for helping people discover their purpose in life and gaining insight into how to live it. Back in December I posted a quote that said, “Don’t live the same year 75 times and call it a life.” But my friend Paul Batura, who writes a weekly…
How long would you like to live? Hmm. You may be thinking, “I would like to live to see my grandkids get married and maybe even meet my great-grandkids.” Or “My body hurts so much today, I’m ready to cash in the chips.” Valter Longo, PhD is director of the Longevity Institute at the University…
It was Christmas Eve in 1914 and soldiers from Britain and France were engaged in battle with the Germans. The soldiers were wet and cold and death from artillery fire or sniper attacks were constant threats. It is estimated that 9.7 million soldiers lost their lives in that war. But for a brief period from…
I would imagine that we could all answer “Yes” to that question. Our world is filled with so many stressors, conflicts, divisions, and problems – it would be extremely helpful to experience more contentment. At the same time, that is something that can be easier said than done. So, how can I have more contentment?…
I recently found myself in a discussion with a client rearding the future. He is trying to make some plans regarding his health, travels, and long-term living arrangements. He also raised end of life issues. The conversation ran several different direct But I couldn’t help but notice the intensity with which he looked at all…
“Nothing is more important in a person’s life than what they place their faith, trust, and hope in.” Harold G. Koenig M.D. Dr. Koenig goes on to discuss the various things or people that we can put our faith in, when he writes about human flourishing. Some people put their faith in people – a…
Now you may be thinking, “What’s that?” Great question. It is in essence a way to plan your future by going backwards. An example of this can be found in the sitcom “Friends.” On Rachel’s 30th birthday, she began to wonder how she would achieve her goal of being married and becoming a mother of…
That is a question that I have had to ask myself lately. As I mentioned previously, after 29 years in the same house, my wife and I are moving in order to do two things: be nearer kids and grandkids, and to downsize. Moving closer to family is easy. Downsizing – that has been a…
“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone he can devour.” 1 Peter 5:8. I am in Florida this week on sort of a working (writing) vacation. The setting is beautiful, with clear blue skies, lots of greenery, and a soft blue lake. The…
I’m confident that those reading this may answer in a number of different ways. Some might reply that you hate change and want things to always remain the same. There is some level of comfort in that for you. While others of you thrive on experiencing new and different things. Whichever camp you find yourself…