The Determined People Podcast

We make grocery lists and to-do lists. Why don't we make lists of the interesting people we want to meet?

We only have so much time on this planet. Let's make it count!

The marginalized feel like they don't have a voice...like they aren't important. Everyone is important. Every life matters. Speak up for those who feel afraid to. They need us.

It's important to be truthful with others. It's even more important to be truthful with ourselves...

Parenting is hard work! If your child has autism, ADHD, or if they are a lazy student, parenting becomes even more challenging. Parents and children get frustrated with each other, and the student isn't thriving as he or she should.  Dr. Norrine Russell is a Consultant and Coach who takes a holistic approach to help struggling families, turning chaos into calm, providing hope where hope may b...

Do you want deeper, more meaningful conversations? If so, don't be afraid to let your guard down.

The Creator of the universe created you and me uniquely, for purpose. There has never been another you, and there never will be. Embrace and celebrate your unique qualities that make you who you are. 

Here's a few ideas to help get conversations started with strangers.

Do you ever wonder what to pray? Here is a simple, yet comprehensive prayer I say daily. But get ready. God answers this one every time! 

Let's lift each other's spirits and cheer our friends and family on. Their successes are not a threat to us. In fact, they should inspire us...

Our attitude determines everything...

On April 1st, 2019, Officer Jerome Turner was on the phone with his wife talking about their date night scheduled for that evening. Officer Turner didn't make his date with his wife. While on the phone he was summoned to answer what he thought was a routine call to break up a fight. Very quickly, he found himself in a gunfight for his life. When the fight was over, the assailant was dead and...

We love happy endings. Why? Because we want that to be our story.

Who do you trust? Why have they earned your trust?

Forgiving the people who have harmed you is hard. And sometimes, the person we most need to forgive is ourselves. But freedom comes from forgiveness...

Meek people aren't the quiet, submissive people. Meek people are the strong ones.

We have a choice about who we spend time with.

Behind every beautiful face lies a great story. 

On this episode of The Determined People Podcast, I give a preview of upcoming guests. 

You can't please everyone. You will only frustrate yourself. Even God cannot please everyone all the time. Consider this short message...

Laughter is good for us. The ability to laugh at ourselves and not take ourselves too seriously is very good for us.

Do you want more control over your life? More time? Even more peace? Here's how to get it.

We can learn from those we disagree with.

Pursue what turns you on. If it is right, noble and true, you will not fail. It won't be easy, but it will be fulfilling. 

My message in remembrance of the brave men and women who died serving the United States of America with honor.