Face Life’s Chaos

I talk with David about how to rise above mediocrity and turn failure into wings. Becoming who you can be is better than settling for average.

I talk with David about the value and power of gratitude. Focusing on the good in your life can turn every dark situation around.

I talk with David about being thankful, especially at Thanksgiving. It honors our Creator and makes every circumstance more pleasant.

I talk with David about my three pets that died. Our grief over the loss of a loved one invites us to look beyond the grave.

I talk with David about granting other people the Benefit of the Doubt. You will brighten the world around you with your generous spirit.

I talk with David about the uplifting, heart-helping power of hope! Hope drives you toward your future and urges you to carry on through setbacks.

I talk about navigating a culture that is self-focused. Self-centered people abound. Do NOT let yourself become one of them.

I apply the power of critical thinking to some of our heavier decisions. Good outcomes are possible! Take care how you vote, your future pivots with the outcome.

I talk with David about the power and value of critical thinking. Good choices are possible! Investing time in critiquing decisions minimizes future chaos.

I talk with David about facing immovable facts to make decisions that avoid negative outcomes. Truth remains true no matter how much we might wish otherwise.

I talk about the power and pain of truth. Sometimes it hurts, but with your heart as your compass, truth is your North Pole

I talk about faith. Does it have a place in modern life? How does fit with the theme of facing life's chaos? Life is fuller, freer, and more powerful when we trust other people.

I discuss the variety of ideas people have about Jesus. Did He even really exist? Finding clarity in history gives you a basis for informed decisions.

I follow up with David and share seven key steps to living intentionally as well as some rewards. Being in control leads to a gratifying life.

I talk with David about living life intentionally to get the sweet parts. Imagine how full and rewarding life will be when you live on purpose.

I talk with David about influence: how to be a good one and how to avoid being negatively influenced. Influence can be subtle, but it's powerful; take it seriously.

I take a note from Aretha Franklin; respect for other people is the only way to live well. It rises above and smooths the rough edges of society.

I visit my other friend, Greg, a former big-box store manager. He talks about how to thrive at work. When I make my manager's job easier, we both succeed.

Inpart 2 of my interview with Mark, my retired engineering friend, he gets more specific about technical interviews.

I host another interview, this time with a retired engineer responsible for hiring qualified college grads. He shares what he looked for in applicants.

I interview a blue-collar man who has hired many young people. He shares insights on how to win a job.

I talk with David about contorlling his inner pyro. Loss of control can become deadly.

I talk with David about our precious freedoms. Let's honor the price that purchased them.

I talk with David about the real-life person, Jesus of Nazareth. Following Him is surprisingly uplifting.

I talk with David about facing life head-on without fear. A guardian angel is a good thing to have.