“You cannot open a book without learning something.” – Confucius In high school I rarely read books outside of the classroom. Back then, I felt that everything I needed to know could be found by watching television. Later, I realized in order to accomplish my goals, I needed to work on my personal development. That…

“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” – Mark Twain There are small ways we can show kindness every day. Whether to our neighbor, our friend, our family, or a stranger, the little gestures can make a big impact on someone’s life. Here are a few ways you…

“Only when we are no longer afraid do we begin to live.” – Dorothy Thompson Fear is a universal human experience; we all have moments of fear and trepidation. In moderation, fear is a good thing – it can be a powerful motivator for positive change, and it’s what keeps us safe from imminent danger.…

“If we’re going to bring out the best in people, we, too, need to sow seeds of encouragement.”― Joel Osteen The right word said at the right time can inspire or encourage someone. The perfect words can provide hope or just give someone a boost when their energy is flagging. For all walks of life,…

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