How many times have you heard that having the right tool for the job can make all the difference. One time I had to tighten a Phillips head screw and only had a flathead screwdriver. It can be done carefully, but man, a Phillips head screwdriver sure makes it easier. I recently purchased a new…

My friend Dave Carey posted a quote on his blog recently. He asked the question, true or false? “We now face the danger, which in the past has been the most destructive to the humans: Success, plenty, comfort and ever-increasing leisure. No dynamic people has ever survived these dangers.” — John Steinbeck It is definitely…

“Boredom is a flight from what is important. Like workaholism and perfectionism, it is a way of distracting yourself from inner experiences. It occurs when you look outward and do not find anything to engage your attention. Instead of feeling your emotions … you become bored. Boredom … is a flight from your higher potential….

In fourth grade I had to do a large project on the State of New York. It had to encompass everything from tourism, agriculture and industry, to all the history and facts and figures. Needless to say, were it not for the patience of my mother, this creative masterpiece would have never been finished. In…