Introducing the concept of "Time"
May 11th, 2012
Click image above to play the video. For the next couple of weeks, we will be discussing the concept of "Time." I have been thinking a lot about this concept recently- its our most precious resource, and one we will never be able to get more of. So to kick things off, I am very excited to share the stories of Bernie and Byron Tekippe. These are two of the nicest men you could ever possibly[...]
My own personal 'perspective'
May 2nd, 2012
Click image above to see the video. Hey everyone, I wanted to film a short video where I got to speak with you directly. I love writing these blog posts, but every now and again, I'd love to connect with you on an even more personal level. I recently had an experience that taught me another lesson about perspective, and I'd like to share it with you today. I think this will wrap up ou[...]
Perspective: The Process
April 25th, 2012
"When something happens, the only thing in your power is your attitude toward it; you can either accept it or resent it." Epictetus (55-135 A.D.) Things are what they are. Even with something as hard as a debilitating illness, loss of a loved one, a bigoted attitude from others-- we bring meaning into all of these things. It is always going to be our choice. So if we can decide what mea[...]
Using the Gap
April 16th, 2012
Picture this. You just turned 22 years old. Your wife is pregnant and going into labor. A million thoughts, questions, fears, concerns are swirling in your brain. How will you financially support this new family? How will you change a diaper? Is it a boy or a girl? How will you teach your child whats right and whats wrong? How will you ever be a good father? You are there in the [...]
The Power to Define Our Perspective
April 5th, 2012
So what was up with the video? What is “perspective”? Why should I care? These are all really good questions. Lets start with the easy one. The video is all about illustrating a really simple but really powerful idea: our response to any situation is our choice. Let me say that again. Our response is always our choice. Things happen. And they are just that -- they are things. We can[...]
