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The 75 Item Rule

THE RULE  In 1999, a top business executive in corporate America made a decision. It was not a decision that he needed for the advancement of his professional career, or one that promoted, demoted, hired, or fired someone.  It didn’t have to do with the paperwork nestled on his desk or his staff who walked the hallways.  I’m not exactly… Read More The 75 Item Rule

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Six Simple Strategies for Living Better!

Want a few easy fixes for feeling better?  Hint:  we all know what we should be doing, so let me give you a few reminders on exactly why these simple habit changers are so important. Sleep If you are like me, you are sleep deprived!  I’m up too late at night, and up too early… Read More Six Simple Strategies for Living Better!

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4 Ways to Practice Happiness

I’m not sure how to tell you this. There is nothing in this entire world that can make you happy.  There is no person who can make you happy, either, not a spouse, lover, friend, father, mother, child, co-worker, minister, or acquaintance. Happiness doesn’t just happen.  That is like a martial art student believing that… Read More 4 Ways to Practice Happiness

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Find Your Life Path

I walked along a path at the park one day with my family.  We had to walk quite a while, past a sandy playground, down along a wooded area, then through the picnic grounds just to get to the river.  There were a lot of steps to take, but it was worth it.   We took… Read More Find Your Life Path

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The Modern Day Warrior

Some say there are no modern day warriors They say that no one believes in truth or compassion or cares about the other person Some say we are all in it for ourselves We want what we want without any consideration for anyone else I know differently because I know you A warrior through and through I… Read More The Modern Day Warrior