John Harrell's Blog, page 118
July 15, 2022
Extra Effort
Modern communication conveniences such as text and email have distanced us from each other. They aren’t really conversations.
Take the time to call people, check in with them. And when someone does something nice for you, write them a thank you note. It takes time, but the time is well spent…
July 14, 2022
Unlearn
Hate, fear, doubt and worry are learned behaviors. They do not serve us well.
Anything we learned can be unlearned, if we want to change…
July 13, 2022
Leave It!
Do you take your work home with you? I encourage you to leaving your work at work. Be present for your life outside of your career. Work will still be there when you return.
Live in the present moment, wherever you are…
July 12, 2022
Facts Matter
There is so much disinformation out there, it’s a challenge to discern what is true and what is not. The truth matters. Not “my truth” which has become a pop culture saying. The truth.
When you hear or read something that gives you a visceral reaction, ask yourself some questions: is it important? Do I need to check it out to verify it? Will it affect my life if it is true?
Considering that time is precious, we must limit how much attention we give to the unimportant. Sometimes this includes people…
July 11, 2022
Shiny Toys
When your covet the next cool new thing, it only leads to dissatisfaction and disappointment.
There’s nothing wrong with wanting nice stuff, nothing at all. Having a nice home, eating at great restaurants and going to wonderful resorts for vacation is part of why we work.
When getting more and more becomes our god, then we have replaced the real God with idols. Keep your focus on things above. He will provide what we need…
July 10, 2022
Anger
There are two types of anger, irrational anger and righteous anger.
Irrational anger is fear-based. You get mad because someone cuts you off in traffic, or someone acts rudely to you. There is no legitimate reason for either of those situations to make you angry.
We should rage with anger when we see human suffering. People who are trafficked, hungry and broken should stir something within us. Collectively we can unite our anger and do something about compromised people. It begins with me…
July 9, 2022
Greed
The culture of The United States has become greed. Get more, be more and you are worth more, right?
The consequences of a greedy lifestyle are poor emotional and physical health. Relationships are compromised. People sacrifice quality of life for quantity, yet they never find contentment.
Contentment brings peace into your life. It allows you to see the value you have in the world by your mere presence. Contentment doesn’t take the place of ambition. It puts it in perspective…
July 8, 2022
Immigrants
Some of the greatest success stories come from immigrants. The people who work the hardest are the ones who appreciate the opportunity the most.
According to The Pew Research Center, most immigrants apply for citizenship. They have earned it. And we only place value in what we earn…
July 7, 2022
Relationships
Be unselfish in your relationships. Consider the needs of others before your own.
Be a light in the lives of others…
July 6, 2022
Your Best
Trying something new is exciting! When you take the time to grow yourself, commit to being the best. You may not be the second coming of Picasso or Clapton, but why not give it your best? The world deserves it…
