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It’s been said that in many ways, life is what we make it.  All of us face problems and trials at times, and normal life involves a mixture of bad news along with the good. We often allow our happiness and well-being to fluctuate up and down based on the

They are some of the most tragic statements a Mom or Dad can make:     “We thought substance abuse only happened to other people.” “We didn’t think our kid’s problems were that serious or dangerous.” “We couldn’t communicate with them once they became teenagers.” “We didn’t know what to do

Do you remember teaching your kids how to ride a bike? Did you realize you were teaching them about life as well? When our two boys were growing up in Orlando, we had a flat street in front of our house that became the test track for their new adventure.

Listen to the 7-minute podcast version Watch a 1-minute introductory video As parents, we desperately want our kids to be happy and safe from harm. Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do to guarantee those things happen. They will face trials and troubles, and we do not control their life

What if there were three secrets that could change your life for the better? Starting today. What if these simple secrets were so powerful they were guaranteed to work? To help you find more serenity, courage, and wisdom in your life? Would you want to hear what they are?   And

Listen to the 5-minute podcast Watch a 1.5-minute video I don’t get what all the fuss is about with addiction these days. Maybe other families might have a problem, but our kids would never use drugs. We’re good parents, and we give them just about anything they want. My Dad drank,

We all feel frustration at times, and we long for more. We want to live the good life, but most days we experience more busy-ness and worry than meaning and purpose. We yearn to achieve our God-given potential—find significance—but are confused about where to start. The good news is that

Listen to the 7-minute podcast version Watch a 1-minute introductory video 90% of people with substance abuse problems began before age 18 (Center on Addiction). This fact demonstrates that there are things young people don’t understand—but need to learn—about addiction. This is immensely important, because what teenagers don’t know can

It sounded fun when my friend Kerry asked me to join him, so I casually replied, “Sure, why not?” But there were a lot of things I didn’t know at the time. Maybe it was better I didn’t, as I might have thought twice about accepting his invitation.  Kerry had

Listen to the 7-minute podcast version Watch a 1-minute introductory video What causes addiction? Good question. In search of answers, people have wondered whether addiction could be: A by-product of how they were raised, especially if they were abused? Triggered by circumstance such as divorce or moving to a new

The red numerals glared at me and mocked my desire to go back to sleep. Precious peace had mutated to disturbing dreams then wakeful worry. Thoughts—the bad ones—raced unchecked again: fear, insecurity, shame, repeat …  I heard the soft thump of the air conditioner kick in and hugged the blankets

Listen to the 6-minute podcast version Watch a 1-minute introductory video Sometimes, teenagers take drugs. Maybe, even the teenager in your home. Therefore, it is important for parents to realize the danger their children face: 75% of high school students use addictive substances including tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, or cocaine (37%

How to Live Life With Purpose – Part 5 Can something that seems impossible be true? A paradox is a seemingly self-contradictory statement that may actually be true. Below are some examples related to how we live a life with purpose. They may seem contradictory at first, but they each

How to Live a Life with Purpose – Part 4 There is some wonderful news that can make your life better. Starting today.    It is an epiphany that changes how we look at our life, a breakthrough that turns the rat race of the normal into an adventure of

How to Live a Life with Purpose – Part 3 One of the biggest demonstrations of purpose in recent history started with a one-sentence statement in 1961.   The Soviet Union had already won the first round of the space race when they put Sputnik I into orbit around the

How to Live a Life with Purpose – Part 2 I shuffled barefoot into the massive lecture hall along with the 250 or so other lemmings and was content to plop down in an anonymous seat on the back row. Hungover and bleary-eyed, I already regretted my decision to come

I was shocked when I saw who walked onto the plane. No way this was a coincidence. We were at the gate at La Guardia, and I was tired and ready to get home. I was in Business Class thanks to frequent flyer miles from my hectic Sales job. Just

How to Find the Meaning of Life – Part 4 This is your life story. This blog series on “How to Find the Meaning of Life” includes parts of my story, but it is about your life too. And it will help you find the meaning that is your destiny.

How to Find the Meaning of Life – Part 3 Sometimes, we don’t know what we don’t know. Sadly, invisibly, relentlessly, that lack of awareness can keep us chained to the pain of our past and oblivious to the promise of the future. Because we are often too busy and

How To Find the Meaning of Life – Part 2 My 2 year old son was terrified, frozen in place. My heart ached for him, but I stayed where I was.    At first, he seemed unwilling—unable—to move. But he forced himself to take a step, and another, lurching robotically