John Harrell's Blog, page 155
June 28, 2021
Vision…
Create a vision for your life and see it happening in your mind. Hold on to it tightly. Do not concern yourself with setbacks along the way. Your circumstances will change, but your vision doesn’t have to…
June 27, 2021
Interview With George Siegal
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-people-podcast/id1545647376
George Siegal is a documentary filmmaker based in Tampa, Florida. His latest film, “The Last House Standing,” is a riveting look at how unprepared most of us are for disaster. In our interview, George shares some real life stories from the film, we discussed FEMA and the misconceptions people have about their capabilities, and he laid out actions we can take to know where we stand should the unthinkable happen to us. There is even a checklist on his website under the resources tab.
Click on the podcast link to listen…
June 26, 2021
Struggling Kids…
Yesterday I was privileged to speak to a group of foster children. It felt great to be speaking again, especially with kids. I was an insecure, angry, struggling kid myself, and because of my upbringing I connect with kids.
If a child reached out to you, please take the time to engage with them. Kids today need hope, they need validation, and they need us…
June 25, 2021
Predictions…
People go to palm readers and soothsayers to find out what their future holds. The predictions are wrong, of course, because only God knows how our lives will turn out. Focus on what His word says about how we should live, and everything will turn out fine…
June 24, 2021
Greed…
In the movie, “Wall Street,” the main character told us that “greed is good.” By definition, greed means a selfish desire for wealth and power. There is nothing wrong with wealth and power until you throw selfishness into the mix. Keep your motives true and noble, and should you start feeling selfish, give away what you have accumulated.
June 23, 2021
Lists…
We make grocery lists, to-do lists, and lists to remind us of the errands we have to accomplish. I keeps another list: it’s a list of people I want to interview for my podcast. It’s a list of people I want to have dinner with. A list of people whose story I want to know better. And I reach out to the people on the list, trying to engage. And I refuse to give up, putting God in the driver’s seat to connect us. Make your own list. And keep going…
June 22, 2021
Time Flies…
It is said that “time flies when you’re having fun.” It’s true. Vacations never seem long enough. Time passes quickly when you are focused on what you love to do. We only have so much time on this earth. Make it count…
June 21, 2021
Blind Spots…
Everyone has blind spots. The good people in our lives point them out, using gentleness and self-control…
June 20, 2021
Interview With Dr. Norrine Russell
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-people-podcast/id1545647376
Parenting is hard work. If your child has ADHD, autism, or is lazy in their approach to school, parenting is even harder.
Dr. Norrine Russell is a Consultant and a Coach who works to help struggling families, turning chaos into calm, providing hope where hope may be on life support. Dr. Russell wants parents to know they have other options than tutors, medications and therapists. Her practice is international, reaching students beyond the borders of the United States.
The Determined People Podcast
Episode #189
Click on the link to listen…
June 19, 2021
Honesty…
Most people are honorable and tell the truth. But are we always honest with ourselves? Everyone has blind spots. This is why it’s important to have good friends who will gently point them out to us. When you are in that position, remember to deliver the message with gentleness and self-control…
