How Forever is Composed of Nows
One of my favorite Emily Dickinson poems, and I have so many, is one often referred to as “Forever” or Poem #690. I’ve always been particularly fond with her poems that deal with two of her favorite themes, time and mortality. But when it comes to the line “Forever – is composed of Nows,” that’s […]
Creativity Comes From Within
Creativity is a journey that takes us into the depths of our being. It doesn’t begin in the outer world, but rather within the inner world of our own imagination.
You Gain the Most By Not Being Stupid
There will always be somebody smarter than you, but that doesn’t give you an excuse to be stupid.
What Good is Potential Without Courage?
“One isn’t necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. Without courage, we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency. We can’t be kind, true, merciful, generous, or honest.” – Maya Angelou
It’s Never Too Late to Learn Wisdom
“It is better to learn wisdom late than never to learn it at all.” – Sherlock Holmes
Finding Common Ground
Finding common ground should be at the heart of maintaining any relationship, whether platonic, professional, romantic, or otherwise.
Failure is Always an Option
The key is to not let failure define who you are or your success. Instead, use it as an opportunity to learn and grow, and strive to be better each day.
Luck is the Residue of Design
Luck is just a residue of design, so design your plan for success today. You never know just how luck might find you.
Ask For Advice, Get Money Twice
“Ask for money, you get advice, ask for advice, get money twice.” – Pitbull
How The Seeds of Flourishing YouTube Video Series Inspires Me to Expand My Intellectual Horizons
One long time Magic the Gathering content creator by the name of RJ, also known as flourishingmusic79 on YouTube, recently began a new series called “Seeds of Flourishing.” Naturally, since I was already subscribed to his channel, I found this a curious new direction for his channel to take. While he still does set musings […]