Monthly Archives: August 2017

4 Compelling Characteristics of an Influencing Individual

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Rick Ezell

Certain individuals have an irresistible and flaming influence. Like a fire on a cold, lifeless piece of iron. While many attempts have been made to break the iron, all have failed.  But the small, soft flame curls around the iron, … Continue reading →

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3 Surprising Truths for Dealing with Rejection

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Rick Ezell

The fact is we all have faced rejection. Whenever we step out of our house each morning there is a good chance we will encounter some form of rejection. Rejection hurts.  It attacks at our self-esteem.  It digs away at … Continue reading →

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8 Facts about Contentment

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Rick Ezell

Historian Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., observes that our society is marked by “inextinguishable discontent.” Our quest is for better and what is next. We are never satisfied, never content, and envious of those who have what we have not attained … Continue reading →

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4 Affirming Truths About Your Value

Posted on August 23, 2017 by Rick Ezell

We live in a world of competition. We are constantly comparing ourselves to each other. The danger of this dance is that we decide our personal value and worth largely on how we measure up to those people around us. … Continue reading →

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7 Steps to Achieving Your Goals

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Rick Ezell

Have you found yourself floundering in reaching your goals? At every point, we all face obstacles and the momentum leaks. Here are seven actions needed to achieve your goals. Assess your present. Before an architect begins a blueprint, he inspects … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness: A Lovely Idea Until . . .

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Rick Ezell

Forgiveness is the distinctive Christian virtue, but the most difficult command to practice. Forgiveness is easier to say than to do. Forgiveness: A Lovely Idea Until . . . provides clarity to what forgiveness looks like; compelling reasons why we … Continue reading →

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