Dale Carnegie said: “Most of us have far more courage than we ever dreamed we possessed.” I have thought about this recently. In fact, even before I read the quote, I knew that it was true. I have looked at people I know living under extremely difficult circumstances and they are surviving. I admire them. [...]
Yesterday, as I sat in a church meeting listening to a young woman discuss the value Esther of the Old Testament had to her people, I saw Esther in a new light. I thought of her strength, her faith in her God and in the prayers and fasting of her people, and–most of all–her courage. [...]
So–I have some secrets to share & a confession to make. First–I would like to say that I’ve lived much of my life in fear. I think many of us do, and, if you’ll indulge me long enough for me to be open, I’d like to share what insights I’ve gained lately. :) My husband [...]
A number of years ago, we attended a seminar with Jack Canfield. One aspect of his teaching over the years is the principle of asking. As I have come to learn, asking takes a little bit of courage on our part–but asking can bring about blessings to the asker and the askee that may not have [...]