The school year is winding down, so kids and Teacher's are jumping for joy. Even though the school year is almost over and summer upon us, there are still some valuable lessons left to be taught -- one lesson we still need to teach, is on basic human dignity. … [Read more...]
So, have you had enough yet? Are you finally, like hundreds-of-millions of people around the world, at the end of your rope? I am of course, talking about the relentless onslaught of news -- the real and fake news. Is our 24x7 news cycle too much of a good thing? … [Read more...]
Ethics. What are 'ethics' anyway? A dictionary definition tells us that ethics are: "the discipline dealing with what is good and bad and with moral duty and obligation; a set of moral principles or values." Sounds great, but how do we know if we as individuals are ethical? … [Read more...]
Nature rarely fails to amaze and inspire. Whenever I hear someone say "I need motivation!" I tell them "head out into the wild, because that is the surest place to find your inspiration." The majesty and beauty of nature is a most awe-inspiring force, and it's right outside our door. … [Read more...]
Speaking to an elderly friend recently got me to thinking about the way we're living our lives these days. My friend, who is close to 90, said she doesn't understand the way things are today -- that life used to be a lot simpler and much better when she was younger. … [Read more...]
Worry, worry, worry. A lot of worrying going on, especially in this day-and-age. Is it human nature to worry? Do animals worry? I worry that I don't know the answer to those questions. All kidding aside, I think all of us worry to some degree. Can we ever stop worrying? … [Read more...]