I don’t know about you, but I sure do enjoy the annual complaints about Christmas being “under attack.” Somehow the institution of Christianity is jeopardized by allowing other seasonal celebrations to ride its coattails, creating the dreaded all inclusive “holiday” season. I guess I’m surprised to hear Jesus is suddenly so easily threatened. Somehow till [...]

Here’s a complaint I’ve heard frequently: the latest generation has grown up being told they are special and talented. Consequently, they feel entitled; they are not willing to earn anything or work their way up. I guess this shouldn’t come as a surprise – isn’t every generation criticized by their predecessors for having it too [...]

I’ve been observing themes like this for years. My marketing department always suggests I share them with the public. See what you think… One of the themes showing up with several clients this week is the specter of “old stuff” popping up during transition. Right in the middle of the enthusiasm and optimism of entering a [...]

[Obstacles - Part 2 of 4] In part one I suggested that when obstacles are seen as opportunities, their potential value becomes more apparent and it’s easier to be open to them.  Now I would like to offer some other ways of looking at these blocks and struggles that can change your relationship to them, allowing [...]

[Obstacles - Part 1 of 4] For many of us, after we’re finished with school, we never want to see another test again.  Then the “real” world hands us one obstacle after another, and we’re told to look at it as a challenge, or that God is testing us.