HIS Perspective

Today I want to see the world the way that HE does... I wish to see people the way that He does; children the way He does; challenges, obstacles and opportunities as He does; problems, threats and adversaries like He does... Please allow me to see things the way that they really are today, not just as they APPEAR to be-- as YOU see them... All the rest is merely an illusion.

It's Coming

I am READY... Something truly wonderful is on it's way: it might show up in the form of an email, or a phone call, a chance meeting, or a headline; perhaps an announcement, or a text message-- but something outstanding is en route. I will be open, available and receptive when it arrives... Now bring it.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

It's a Good Life

Life is good... I have plenty. I am enough. I know love... Yes, life is very good; and I am grateful. (for ALL of you)

Instruments

Instrument: “a means by which something is effected or done; a person used by another to gain an end; an important factor or agency in something.” Today, allow me to be an instrument for YOUR purposes… Where there is hatred, sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy… I am YOUR instrument today; just PLAY.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Resilient

The soul does not break, it BOUNCES... As long as I remain a student of life, then failures are never final. Today I will become stronger and tougher, while remaining open and teachable. Ever more resilient, perseverant and determined, while becoming more receptive, available and purposeful... There. Now, bring on the day.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

You Choose

What if today could go HOWEVER you decided it should go... How would it look; how would it feel; what would you do; who would you be? Perhaps we have much more control than we ever realized... See it, feel it, BE it. It's all up to you-- or not. You choose. (No more victims!)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Unshackled

Another great night at Hays State Prison last night... In the Youth Growth Group (18--30 yrs old) we held a fascinating class on the "Soul vs. Ego" -- the True Self vs. the False self. The discussion was deep and stimulating, and the men were very engaged and attentive... These young men are bright, focused and committed to change. God is up to something, and I am thrilled to be able to witness it. (More good news: the staff is now allowing me to go to the Chow Hall with the men after my weekly class-- they rarely if EVER allow guys from the "Free world" to go there!)

Dreams

What is the number one DREAM of your life? Think of it like this: "Before I die, I will create, build or accomplish (blank)..." Just maybe, a little piece of EVERY day ought to go toward a little thought, action or imagination around this big goal. Just a thought... Here's to great BIG dreams.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Inspired

What a great night last night at Hays State Prison. I was able to deliver my 90 minute Attitude Science message to the 64 residents in the Faith & Character Based dorm. It was such an inspiring environment as the men sat in chairs, on their bunks, on the stairs and along the upper railings (it provided a natural little amphitheater in the crowded open dorm!). They were SO respectful and attentive and I couldn't have been more encouraged-- they laughed and cheered... And this morning those same guys from the F & CB Dorm are in the Hays State Flag Football championship game... Go F&CB!! (These men inspire me)

Keep On

Don't ever quit, don't ever stop, don't ever give in, don't ever relent. Keep growing, keep changing, keep believing, keep following the dream... It matters SO much; YOU matter so much-- you are enough, and you have everything you need (Believe it)... Just keep on keeping on. Period.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Unshackled

I want to thank everyone who came to the "Unshackled" Book Release Party/Signing in Buckhead last night. What a great group of people and an inspiring evening. Thanks for your encouragement and support (and for all the books you bought!). And a special thanks to Author, Producer and Playwright Shelia Moses for hosting the event at the Grey Parrot Gallery (Great Venue!). Shelia was so happy with the evening that she is already planning "Unshackled 2" for those who weren't able to make it! Thanks again-- you guys are awesome.

Trust the Process

The harder we fall, the higher we BOUNCE. Turn yesterday's struggles into today's springboard... How would I know courage, if I didn't experience fear. How would I know love, without feeling some hatred. How would I know victory, without tasting defeat. And how would I ever appreciate success, without understanding failure... ALL of it is part of the plan; the grand design-- just trust the process.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.