The topic of mindfulness has become quite a popular one in the fields of wellness and personal development. I believe that it is an important subject because it calls us to be “in the moment” and to shift away from our preoccupations and into the appreciation of the “now.” This allows us a fuller perspective…
It was the great American writer and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson who said that, “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” I firmly believe in the inherent wisdom of this important message, and it governs how I live my personal and professional lives. I seek to live each day with a zest and vigor that…
The Importance of Goal Setting I have always been a strong proponent of the vital importance of goal setting, when it comes to achieving the highest level of success in one’s life. Today, however, I keep reading more articles, and seeing more stories in the media that seem to be chipping away at…
In today’s day and age, it often easy to see that our civic discourse has become much more harsh and adversarial in nature. This decline in respect and civility has troubled me greatly. Especially as it pertains to political discussions, which are at the core of a strong and robust society. I have always believed…