While common sense is considered conventional wisdom, uncommon sense is a re-examination of that conventional wisdom. In our business life and personal life, following common sense is usually the safe way to go. As I ponder the back and forth and up and down in my surroundings and the whole world, a book from my…
Image designed by: Freepik We are in conflict with ourselves many times during life. Our future gives cause for concern; the past is captured, therefore we miss the future. The grief and sorrow asked the hope, “How are you?” The hope answered, ” I am a little bit low and sad today!” The sorrow replied…
Prayer is a mighty weapon to be used. We are to use it constantly. Use it to petition God for ourselves and others. Use it to talk to God directly, using it biblically with the Scriptures. God always listens and often provides the specific answers and guidance we seek. Even when He chooses not to…
Our planet’s incredible biodiversity is under threat. Deforestation, habitat destruction, and pollution are leading to the extinction of countless plant and animal species. Ecosystem Imbalance: The extinction of even a single species can disrupt an entire ecosystem. Welcome to the future! An increasingly globalised humanity is faced with climate change, dwindling resources, overpopulation and technological…
A Leader with a noble heart gives us a noble sense of moral support. Noble leadership is not about the self, but about caring for others, supporting others, guiding others, knowing that the needs of others are met and bringing out their best. A Leader with a noble heart gives us a noble sense of…
A LIFE WITHOUT CELL PHONE? I remember the time, when one of my first Japanese friends kept on complaining, why I didn’t operate a cellphone. Believe me, during that time, sometime in 2000 or 2001, I was even typing my articles on an old typewriter from Germany. My Japanese friend then bought me a computer…
I have been writing columns for several papers from all over the world since the early 1980’s. Since 1999, while residing in the Philippines for good, I experienced many ups and downs. Sometimes, while writing, I am indeed not in a good mood. I rewrote and rewrote… . Anyway, I will try my best. It’s…
The relationship between music and memory is powerful. Music evokes powerful emotions that then bring back memories. When we listen to a piece of music from years ago, we seem to travel back to that moment. We can feel everything as if we were there. Our long-term memory can be divided into two distinct types,…
By: Klaus Döring “Be still and know that I am God,” the first half of Psalms 46:10, is a popular verse used to encourage believers to be still and silent before the Lord. This interpretation promotes a healthy rest in the presence of the Lord. Like many Bible verses, this one is often ripped from…
Feeling that the conditions of your life are good. Enjoying positive, healthy relationships with other people. Feeling that you have accomplished (or will accomplish) what you want in life. Feeling satisfied with your life. Feeling positive more than negative. Happiness is a state of mind. Specifically, it is a state of “well-being and contentment.” But…
