The familiar words from Luke 12:25, “And can any of you by worrying add a single hour to your span of life?” are frequently invoked as a prompt to simply “calm down.” Yet, as many of us know firsthand, worry is rarely a faucet that can be turned off at will. Once it takes root,…
Generosity
Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above…. — James 1:17. When life weighs heavy on your heart, and shadows seem to lengthen, there’s a simple yet profound exercise that can gently lift your spirit: reflect on the beauty of generosity. Take a quiet moment to recall the most selfless gift you’ve…
Memorial Day
Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend; it’s a sacred trust, a day carved out of our year to honor those who laid down everything—their hopes, their dreams, their very lives—so that we might stand tall in the sunlight of freedom. I remember my days in D.C., watching men and women, year after…
How Shall You Live
“How shall you live?” It’s a question that echoes through time, yet as Maria Popova wisely observes, “no one can give you a ready-made answer.” Not parents, teachers, scripture, or therapy. The answer, if there is one, emerges from life itself. As Nietzsche profoundly stated, “no one can build you the bridge on which you,…
Don’t Despair
Gandhi’s words offer a profound anchor in times of despair: “Whenever I despair, I remember that the way of truth and love has always won. There may be tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they may seem invincible, but in the end, they always fail. Think of it: always.” This timeless wisdom resonated with…