We can all be slapdash with things now and then. Maybe, because we’re in a hurry and just need to get things done. Or, because we’re tired and really can’t be bothered. It’s human nature to want an easy life; to cut a few corners here and there. And even bend the rules occasionally. But, … Read more
What sets successful people apart from the rest of humanity? Take a moment to think about the successful people you know. Was it their talent or skill that catapulted them to success? Were they born with the road of success already paved for them by family influence or affluence? Most likely, the answer is no. … Read more
Have you been feeling a little down or out of luck lately? Or maybe you are looking for words that can inspire you and give you some motivation? There will always be those times when you feel like the whole world is against you. People seem to not care about your feelings and endeavors, and … Read more
The saying goes, “When life hands you lemons, make lemonade.” In other words, we need to maintain a positive, can-do attitude if we hope to succeed amid hardship. Optimism is what it takes to make the bitter, sweet… and the awful, enjoyable. There is no better way to remain optimistic as a Christian than to … Read more
I’ll never forget the first day that I walked into the art class at university only to be cross-examined by the very artistic lecturer. She quizzed me about where I was from and my life experience, and then she shook her head and told me bluntly that I wouldn’t be able to make art. Close … Read more
What does it mean to be resilient? Literally speaking, resilience is the ability of an object to spring or come back into shape once broken. In its figurative sense, the meaning is basically the same—the ability to recover quickly from adversity. Some may consider this to be a good kind of stubbornness. People who have … Read more