Status Quo

Complacency is one danger of our current stay at home orders. It is never all right to believe that “as is” is good enough. It is a mistake to think we can just ride things out. Connect with others and maintain relationships. Share ideas and insights regarding innovative thinking in preparation for personal and professional…

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Regarding Change

It is often said that people don’t like change. It isn’t so much the change they don’t like it is the transition that is troubling. Bob Dylan said it in song; “The Times They Are A – Changing.” We are currently experiencing major disruption. Change is inevitable. Maybe it is time for a little experimentation.…

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Evolve

It’s often said that Darwin’s Theory stated that only the fittest survive, however, I believe that what was actually meant was that the most adaptable survive. (My personal take) In this time of total reconfiguration of our world, I suggest that only those who can adapt will survive the economic crisis. Take time to reflect…

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Goals

Here we are rapidly approaching the end of the first quarter of the new year and spring is here officially, as well. How the time flies! In January, you probably set your goals for this year. How are you progressing toward attainment of those goals? Are you on schedule for their fulfillment? My guess is,…

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Powerful emotions

CNN’s Ali Velshi caught my attention, recently with this comment; “During all of my call-in shows, the overriding emotion was anger at what had been allowed to transpire, coupled with fear of the future.” This comment was from early March, before the current reports of the disaster in Japan and the uncertainty of our government’s…

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Agent vs Internet

The Internet has made possible the commoditization of nearly everything. Virtually any product can be researched and purchased through this medium. Life insurance is no exception. For someone wanting to purchase life insurance, especially term insurance, and knowing how much they want, it is merely a mouse-click away. That is, if the person is extremely…

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The Master Game

We are playing the master game . . . the game of life.  Our opponent is the Resistance. Resistance is that ever-present force that is in direct opposition to accomplishment. It appears in many forms; procrastination, avoidance, worry, failure to take action, fears of all types, etc. This resistance is our nemesis. This is a…

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Habitforce

It amazes me to see this is post # 52 and the realization that I have been writing these for one full year, not missing a week. Furthermore, it means that you have read (you have, haven’t you?) 52 posts.  Thank you for your loyalty. I have truly enjoyed your occasional comments. Please stay tuned…

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Torched!

Those of you, who know me personally, may be aware of my life-long addiction to playing acoustic guitar. I love composing my own music, performing occasionally, and recording when I have the time. (Some of you may have one or two of my CD’s.) Michael Hedges was my all-time guitar idol. Michael was such an…

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The times they are a changing

Television news is providing a constant report and analysis of what’s happening in Egypt and other places where protests and demonstrations are taking place. Change is in the air or as Bob Dylan wrote, “The Times They Are A’Changin.” Most of these changes are due to political, economic, and social unrest and will result in…

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