And Tochi Says… Whose thoughts are YOU thinking? » Entries tagged with "comfort"
Think You’re Safe?
“It’s none of my business.” “I don’t want to draw attention to myself.” “What if I become the target?” “My people will abandon me.” “What if people find out?” “Somebody is watching.” And other excuses. Looking the other way when you are in the position and have the power to help, save, protect, comfort or defend. Standing down evil involves the littlest things: Listening with attention. Pointing the way to freedom. Giving of resources. Introducing … Read entire article »
Filed under: Being Real, Courage Series
The 49th Messenger
Don’t give up being the encourager, the motivator, the teacher, the comforter because you don’t see immediate results! Yes, you already know that the same message may have been delivered over and over again, by different people, in different times and in varying circumstances. It often appears like you are invisible or silent or just unheard. It may look like you are being taken for granted or that you are not appreciated. You may even wonder … Read entire article »
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Scuttle That Ship… NOW.
have read variations on how Hernando Cortes with his ragged troop of 500 men and Tlaxcalan allies who marched 2000 miles inland to conquer the Aztec Empire from 1519 to 1521. The bottom line is that he got the full, irreversible commitment of his troops after he scuttled the ships that brought them to Mexico from their homes and families in Cuba. As long as the men could see their ships in harbor, they … Read entire article »
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Who Do The Strong Go To For Help?
ven as conflicting stories emerge of Major Hasan’s motivation’s for shooting his colleagues in uniform this week just past, the remark made by a former Fort Hood chaplain rings true: (paraphrased) “Nobody is interested in hearing the strong whine or complain. Who do the strong go to for help?” The strong do need help, advice, comfort, nurture and support. Many make the mistake of giving to others all the time, basking in the limelight of being … Read entire article »
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Welcome Home: Whose Thoughts Are YOU Thinking?
here is nothing wrong or mysterious about choosing to think and decide for oneself. Although it is usually contrary to popular culture, it is one true way that you can liberate yourself. Indeed, it takes courage - for once you start thinking for yourself, there is a pretty good chance that you’ll be exchanging comfortable “security” (however you define it for yourself) for freedom. Do you see how you have been indoctrinated to have the … Read entire article »
Filed under: Being Real