Don’t You Just Hate Rules!?

Don’t You Just Hate Rules!?

For as long as I can remember, I didn’t like rules. I’ve mostly respected authority, but I struggled with enforcers who had a rigid, black-and-white approach. I wasn’t always very popular with people in positions of authority—especially those who couldn’t (or...
There IS NO EASY WAY!

There IS NO EASY WAY!

You might have heard the story of the man (let’s call him Steve) who approached God, complaining that his cross was too heavy to bear. God responded that everyone has a cross to carry but granted Steve the opportunity to choose another from the “cross store” of life....
The Upside of Down

The Upside of Down

Finding Hidden Advantages in Dark Times About six months ago a very challenging 2024 took a negative turn and slowly but surely got worse in our home. Three of our five children were involved in separate life-threatening accidents. One of these accidents happened when...
Life and Leadership Obstacles

Life and Leadership Obstacles

Obstacles will always be with us! To achieve any idea, each goal, every plan, and ALL dreams – you will find challenges lurking or screaming in your face. If we wish or expect to live our lives without them, we will be disappointed. The moment we recognise them and...
Real Leaders Stand Up and Speak Up

Real Leaders Stand Up and Speak Up

“It’s not that I always feel the courage to stand up for what’s right when I believe something is wrong; I am simply more afraid of the consequences of the situation if I keep quiet or do nothing.” This is my own version of what I heard Jordan Peterson saying this...