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3 practical tips to help you develop an attitude of gratefulness
In my last article I talked about the importance of being grateful for the gifts that you’ve been given. I know, easier said than done, right?
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Why the stories you tell might be ruining your life
The fall semester of my senior year in college, I had the chance to study abroad in Spain. It was a great opportunity, and of course I took it. I went, lived with a wonderful host family, learned lots of Spanish, traveled all over the country, ate delicious food, and generally had a fabulous… Read More Why the stories you tell might be ruining your life
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Why you should pursue fear and embrace failure
This past weekend, I had the honor of being the keynote speaker at a high school commencement ceremony. Below is the transcript of the speech. Enjoy and be inspired!
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The lesson of the clogged toilet
My toilet overflowed this morning. I’m not talking about a little bit of moisture around the edges of the bowl. It was absolutely flooding the room. By the time the water had been stopped, my bathroom and hallway were sitting in a quarter inch of water. A good part of the water had even been… Read More The lesson of the clogged toilet
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Why you should rock the boat
The year after I finished my master’s degree was one of the hardest years of my life.
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What I learned from a pizza store employee
I recently found myself watching an episode of “Undercover Boss,” a TV show in which executives of huge companies go undercover as entry-level workers within their own organization to get an idea of their employees’ views of and experiences with the company.
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The only 2 types of real failure
I love writing. It’s always been rather therapeutic for me. My writing usually parallels pretty closely with my stress levels – the more I write, the less stressed I am. I have been writing for years. I’ve written in journals, submitted to online academic magazines and newsletters, posted notes on Facebook, created a year-long… Read More The only 2 types of real failure
A lesson in humility on the slopes of Colorado
Skiing is a popular pastime in mountainous areas. In the western United States, for example, or plenty of other areas worldwide as well, it’s not uncommon to meet people who own their own ski equipment and hit the slopes every other weekend. In Georgia, however, it’s not such a popular pastime. There are many Georgians… Read More A lesson in humility on the slopes of Colorado
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The life-changing tool that no one wants to use
I recently read an article by Jeff Goins encouraging writers to listen to critics of their work. Criticism, said Goins, is what helps us to grow and improve our craft as a writer. It is what molds and shapes us into even better versions of ourselves, if we are willing to listen to it with… Read More The life-changing tool that no one wants to use
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Why my night in jail became the best night of my life
Three years ago, I found myself bruised and battered and lying handcuffed to a hospital bed.