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Monday, September 17, 2018

Upbeat or Downbeat?

| 1:25 min read | In music there’s a difference in an upbeat and a downbeat. Upbeats and downbeats set the rhythm of a song. These musical terms are often used to describe our emotional rhythms also. When we’re happy, positive and cheerful, we’re upbeat. When we’re discouraged, down and gloomy, we’re downbeat. You can […]

Thursday, September 13, 2018

When Everything is Said and Done…

| 1:32 min read | We live in a world of words. Practically everyone has something to say, a message to share, and an agenda to promote. Social media and the online world are saturated with ideas, comments, opinions, and the like. It’s easier than ever to have a voice. All too often the positive […]

Monday, May 21, 2018

What Are You Listening To?

1:54 min read | Have your ears ever gotten you into trouble? Yes, your ears! We often think about the trouble our mouth causes, but seldom think about the messes we get into because we don’t put proper filters on our ears. Since we have two ears and one mouth, our listening may actually double […]

Friday, March 23, 2018

Self-control

Every good car needs at least two things that work well — an engine and the brakes. If you’re missing either of these you’re in trouble. You’ll either never get going, or never know when and how to stop. There are lots of people who have strong engines but no brakes. They are missing a […]