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Thinking, Feeling, Being – Becoming Spiritually Intelligent

Charles P. Steinmetz, (1865 – 1923) was German-American mathematician and electrical engineer. He fostered the development of alternating current. His work as a scientist, significantly influenced the...

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Promoting Positive Things

This week I made a new friend. His name is Tommy Garrett. Tommy is the author of several fiction and non-fiction works as well as a syndicated columnist. We were introduced through a mutual friend on...

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The Mystery of Equanimity

The French philosopher Teilhard de Chardin once said, "we are not human beings having a spiritual experience, we are spiritual beings having a human experience." This quote inspires me. It gives me...

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Giving Thanks To God

On October 3rd, 1789, President George Washington issued a proclamation of a nation-wide day of thanksgiving. He made it clear that the day should be one of prayer and giving thanks to God.  I feel...

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Happy Chanukah

Happy Chanukah. We celebrate Christmas in our home. That being said, I want to wish my Jewish friends a Happy Chanukah. Most of them are more than willing to wish me a Merry Christmas. I am not quite...

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I’m Trying To Be Like Jesus

Christmas is here again! It is hard to believe that another holiday season is nearly over. I love this time of year for many different reasons.  This year I find myself playing the role of the...

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I Remember

In my office, there is a beautiful round table that was hand carved by Jerry Hatton. The carving on the table is an exact replica of a painting Stacy created as a tribute to our work. The table is...

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Rested and Ready!

I awoke this morning with a desire to jump up and into my day. This feeling kind of surprised me because on Saturday evening I was dragging. I felt tired and ready for the rest that I knew I would get...

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Because I Have Been Given Much

Last night, on my way home from a very long day, I stopped to get gas at a service station near our home. When I got out of my car I was approached by a man in the parking lot. It was about ten...

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Not My Will

Right now, I am in the middle of a couple of projects that are beginning to weigh very heavily upon me. Frankly, I am not quite sure how I am able to keep them all straight. I am tired, and it seems...

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Aspire – Engage – Become

Yesterday, my friend Arya proposed a very fascinating question revolving around the idea of being. He said, "Andrew, you seem to always be about being your best and super positive with your head...

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The Road To Redemption

Last year, I was invited by my church to participate in an Easter production called The Garden by Michael McLean and Bryce Neubert. The Garden is a musical allegory about life, and about the nature of...

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Do You Pray?

Several years ago, I was on the road working with a couple of different clients and found myself with an open day. I was alone and decided to spend the day reflecting and planning for some upcoming...

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Coming Up For Air

We are in Nephi, Utah, our home away from home. It feels so good to be here. I enjoy the simple and relaxing pace of life, which fosters a natural relief from the cares of my world. I don't feel the...

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Fed By Ravens

I love reading the writings from ancient civilizations, especially the sacred texts that have been passed down to us from the spiritual leaders of those societies. I am often amazed at the parallels...

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Putting The Pieces Together

We are in full "wedding" mode. In many ways we are living our own version of "Father of The Bride". The wedding reception will be in our backyard and even though we have been getting it in shape for...

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A Wonderful Time of The Year

Wow! This is a special season. There are so many Holy Days being celebrated by various groups. It is very interesting to learn about the meaning of each special day. Ramadan September 10 – marks the...

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Christmas and The Magic Carpet Ride

Christmas is my favorite time of the year. I love the kindness that fills the earth as we celebrate the birth of the Christ Child. I love the fact that no excuse is required to slow down and enjoy...

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It’s Your Turn Now!

Several years ago, my son Jacob and I stood on the banks of the Umqua river in Canyonville Oregon skipping stones. This particular bend in the river was often visited by many of our ancestors. As the...

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Reframing Integrity

Years ago I attended the funeral of an elderly friend. The person delivering her eulogy stated that my friend had "died with her integrity in tact". That statement inspired me, and I remember hoping...

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