Sound Wisdom Blog
The Golden Age by Jim Stovall
We human beings are too often plagued with what I would call “Greener Grass Syndrome.” This syndrome involves looking back in time and declaring a point in history as “the good old days” or projecting into the future and declaring “someday things will get better.” In reality, the only point in recorded history that matters to you and me is the current immediate moment we are living right now.
Predicting the Future by Jim Stovall
We go to school to learn history and become conversant in things that happened in the past. We read newspapers and get online newscasts that inform us about everything going on in the present. Potentially, the most valuable time-sensitive information would be what is going to happen in the future. Each year, as the calendar turns over, pundits make their predications for the coming twelve months. It is fascinating to look back in retrospect to see what these self-proclaimed experts predicted a year ago and how badly they missed the mark. Abraham Lincoln said, “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
Nine Secrets of Happy People by Shawn Doyle
Happy people do certain things that unhappy people don’t. Want to be even happier? Check through this list to see which ones you are already doing and which ones you need to do more.
How to Control Your Head Trash by Noah St. John
If you’re familiar with my work, you’ll know that I use the term “head trash” to refer to the persistent, nagging voice—otherwise known as your inner critic—that tells you that you’re not enough: not good enough, not likeable enough, not believable enough, etc.
The Art of Optimism by Jim Stovall
Recently, I once again got to experience the excitement of having a new book of mine released. My new book is entitled The Art of Optimism and may be the most powerful among all of my more than 40 previous titles.
Five Positive Changes to Make in Your Life Today by Jennifer Janechek
Don’t let New Year’s resolution burnout stop you from continuing to implement positive changes in your life. See how these simple modifications to your daily routine can transform your life today.
The Power of a YES! Attitude by Jennifer Janechek
There is no shortage of articles about the importance of maintaining a positive attitude. That’s because we know how much it benefits our work life and our home life, our emotional health and our physical health.