Foundational Writings
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The Foundational Writings bring together the articles that shaped my work on identity, self-leadership, purpose, resilience, and personal growth.
While my work has evolved toward identity-based self-leadership and sustainable performance, these articles remain a valuable resource for understanding the psychological and philosophical foundations behind that evolution.
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” — Mahatma Gandhi Behavioural psychologists often deliberate on ways to create a happy society. Personal development articles and books offer the secrets to happiness and I am no exception. Some people conclude that money plays a role in the …
“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humour, and some style.” — Maya Angelou The Obstacle Is the Way You are born to thrive, not just to play it safe in your comfort zone. You might try avoiding failure because …
Searching For Answers “In one drop of water are found all the secrets of all the oceans; in one aspect of You are found all the aspects of existence.” — Kahlil Gibran When a new disciple came to the Master, he was subjected to the following examination: “Do you know the one person who will …
Wired For Kindness “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” — Desmond Tutu. Can you recall a time somebody was kind to you? Now, think of a time you were kind to another person. Call to mind their reaction and how …
With the fast-pace lifestyles we all lead, making as few decisions as possible will help set you up for better health. Making the right food choices or summoning up the willpower to hit the gym can be challenging at times. I will show you in this article how to be more compliant and successful with …
Running Away From Pain Only Intensifies It “Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle against overwhelming odds.” — Orison Swett Marden The American novelist F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote a letter to his daughter Scottie in 1940 saying: …
