The Bible says, “As a man thinketh so is he.” (Proverbs 23:7)  Many people refer to this as the “Law of Attraction.”  Some have come to know it as “The Secret.”  I’m from New York and I prefer the straightforward, “What you think is what you get.”  It doesn’t matter what you call it.  All […]

In my last Blog I stated that when I shift my focus and allow my Higher Self to take over, I know that there is that in me that can meet any challenge head-on and be blessed by it.  It is this rock solid attitude that opens my spiritual reservoir and fosters my soul to […]

Ticking away the moments that make up a dull day You fritter and waste the hours in an offhand way Kicking around on a piece of ground in your home town Waiting for someone or something to show you the way Tired of lying in the sunshine, staying home to watch the rain You are […]

One day I was walking along a pier in San Diego when I noticed a young woman dancing and singing softly to herself.  Occasionally, she would stop and take a sip of her coffee. As I walked by she waved and smiled, and this wasn’t just a run-of-the-mill, everyday smile.  It was a radiant smile […]

Anyone can tell you that one key to living a happy, successful life is having a positive attitude, especially during adverse times. I know that sometimes it’s impossible to justify the depth of misfortune we encounter. I know that sometimes it seems impossible to stand tall and be positive when it feels like your world […]

Years ago, I was speaking in the Midwest. I needed to stock up on writing accessories, so I drove to a nearby K-Mart. As I proceeded to purchase my goods, I noticed there was only one register open, so I took my place at the end of a long line.  While waiting, I heard the […]

One of the biggest challenges people face in business today is finding a balance between their professional and personal lives.  The following story is an example on how easy it is to get caught up in our business affairs and how it can affect other important aspects of our lives. Not too long ago, I […]

Choice! The key is choice. You have options. You need not spend your life wallowing in failure, ignorance, grief, poverty, shame, and self-pity. But hold on! If this is true, then why have so many among us apparently elected to live in that manner? The answer is obvious. Those who live in unhappy failure have […]

Last week I sent you an article entitled “Speak Words That Empower You”  Now I invite you to sit back and enjoy my message in action. Remember, whether coming from a positive or negative place, your words inevitably affect your attitude, and thus your situation. The moment you open your mouth to say something, you […]

As an Attitude Adjuster by profession, I am often asked, “What is the most valuable lesson you learned about success and happiness?”  Without hesitation, my response is always, “Never use your words to describe a challenging situation. Rather, use your words to change your perspective on a challenging situation.” We need to be especially careful […]