Explore the Sunday Poem archives here. Contribute your thoughts to the community by commenting below. The Present Crisis James Russell Lowell WHEN a deed is done for Freedom, through the broad earth's aching breast Runs a thrill of joy prophetic, trembling on from east to west, And the slave, where'er he cowers, feels the soul within him … [Read more...]
Why the Law of Attraction Doesn’t Work
September 13, 2010 by 1 Comment
The Law of Attraction doesn't work. At least, not the way it's been taught and how most people try to apply it. Millions of people have seen or read The Secret and believe in the Law of Attraction, but have been very disappointed with their poor results in using it. The premise of “The Law” is tantalizing: Whatever you think, if you … [Read more...]
Victim or Victor?
September 7, 2010 by 3 Comments
There is an occupation that is experiencing significant growth. It has low entry requirements and can be had by literally anyone. Hordes are stampeding in that direction with noses acutely tuned to the smell of the gravy train. The position? That of a victim. Playing the part of the victim is becoming America's national sport. How … [Read more...]
A Quest for Excellence
August 24, 2010 by 2 Comments
In today’s highly competitive market there are fewer and fewer ways to separate your company and your products from the competition. All products offer the latest features and all companies offer guarantees. What makes some companies and some individuals always near the top of the pack? The biggest differentiator in the new economy is a … [Read more...]
Socialization: What Does It Lead To?
August 12, 2010 by 2 Comments
The desire to “fit in” is fundamental to human nature and society. We enjoy being with people that we have much in common with; it brings comfort, security, familiarity, and gives us the sense that we are right about things. However, this desire can lead down a path that will take us away from where we want to go. In Leo Tolstoy’s novel … [Read more...]
Sunday Poem: Thoughts Are Things By Henry Van Dyke
August 8, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Contribute your thoughts on the poem to the community by commenting below. Explore the Sunday Poem archives here. Thoughts Are Things Henry Van Dyke I hold it true that thoughts are things; They’re endowed with bodies and breath and wings; And that we send them forth to fill The world with good results, or ill. That which we call our secret … [Read more...]
Defining Ourselves By Our Enemies
August 5, 2010 by Leave a Comment
When a federal judge earlier this week struck down portions of Arizona's attempt to crack down on illegal immigration it certainly riled up those who've chosen this issue as their figurative last stand. Sheriff Joe Arpaio, a darling of the forces of so-called "law and order" (so long as it's being enforced against someone else), was quick to … [Read more...]
Sunday Poem: Hamlet’s Soliloquy by Shakespeare
June 20, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Explore the Sunday Poem archives here. Hamlet's Soliloquy William Shakespeare To be, or not to be--that is the question: Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer The slings and arrows of outrageous fortune Or to take arms against a sea of troubles And by opposing end them. To die, to sleep-- No more--and by a sleep to say we end The … [Read more...]
Sunday Poem: Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi
June 13, 2010 by 1 Comment
Explore the Sunday Poem archives here. The Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred, let me 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; O Divine Master, grant that I … [Read more...]
Lessons from Heiligenstadt: Beethoven’s Suffering & Triumph
June 8, 2010 by Leave a Comment
In 1802, one of the greatest musicians in history left Vienna and traveled about an hour’s carriage ride to the small town of Heiligenstadt. His purpose in traveling was not to meet with fellow musicians, or pursue musical opportunities. He had no family in this small town, and no friends to welcome him. Rather, he was greeted by loneliness, … [Read more...]
